Week of August 25, 2008
TVJerry just took delivery of the HP XW8600 workstation with quad Zeon processors to supercharge the upgrade to the latest Media Composer. With Borix FX and a whole bunch of added programs, I’ll be zoomin! Thanks to DVG for their help.
Patrick Henry is in town doing research for his brother’s new spin-off of “Family Guy,” entitled “The Cleveland Show.” Yours truly was one of the people he interviewed…heavens knows where it’ll end up!
Club 600, a new production studio will be opening in the Fall. Their space will be for rent. They’re currently seeking talent of all ages/types for pilot scripts. Send headshot/resume to TV Studio Department, CLUB 600 Studios, 9947 Hull Street Rd. #191, 23236. Contact Augusto Domingo
Cory Tapia has left McArthur Communications after 2 years as editor to pursue freelance opportunities in motion graphics, shooting and editing. His company is called Bluexero Production Studios.
Come put in your 2 cents at the next monthly Virginia Production Alliance meeting tonite 8/25 at Artworks, 320 Hull St. Networking begins at 6, meeting at 6:30.
Richmond’s Art Held Hostage won Best Zombie Movie for “Zombthology” at the 4th Annual Kentucky Fright Night Film Festival in Louisville. The anthology film was directed by Elias Dancey (Richmond), Chris Kiros (Alexandria) and Robert Elkins (Petersburg). Victor M A Nash (Richmond) worked as DP, composer and sound designer.
Nick Kleczewski, editor at Park Group saw his editing work on “Song Sung Blue” win the Grand Jury and Audience award at SlamDance 2008.
Brent Hardy is casting energetic teenagers for a promo for WRLH’s ‘Lights, Camera, Take Action: Stop Teen Drinking and Driving’ contest. Send resumes and demos to him at FOX Richmond, 1925 Westmoreland St, 23230.
MTV is casting a documentary in the area about young, expectant moms. Contact Sandra Philippeaux and include your state, contact details, photo and why you would want to take part in the series.
DC Cine is looking for people to judge their entries (during October, here). Call 202-785-1136 or email.
New reviews of “Vicky Christina Barcelona,” “Tropic Thunder,” “Pineapple Express,” “Brideshead Revisited,” “Mama Mia.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of August 18, 2008
Nick Modisett has moved to Richmond as ENG cameraman for the Go To Team. He’s got cameras and other gear ready to go.
Eric Futterman is getting politically involved with a piece he produced and uploaded on YouTube.
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in September with a screening of “Nosotros y el Jazz,” a 2004 documentary by Cuban director Gloria Rolando. It will be introduced by Gilberto Martinez Gomez, (coproducer) and there will be a reception featuring Richmond’s Kevin Davis and Ban Caribe will follow the screening. 9/6, 6:30 pm, $5.
New reviews of “Tropic Thunder,” “Pineapple Express,” “Brideshead Revisited,” “Mama Mia,” “Dark Knight,” “Hellboy 2.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of August 11, 2008
Rae Maupin and Ray Blunt, long time Creative Design Directors for NBC12 and other Jefferson Pilot stations, are forming Post 12 Design. More to come.
Free and paid listings are now being accepted for the 2009 Virginia Production Services Directory. You have til 8/15 to save 10% on paid listings.
Audio technician Kevin Beale has finished a new CD with Greg Ewan. “Split” is ready for you to hear and buy.
“Documenting the Face of America,” which was produced Butler Films in corporation with Park Group, airs on PBS, 8/18. Bill Gaff edited and Dave Swain did design.
New reviews of “Pineapple Express,” “Brideshead Revisited,” “Wackness,” “Mama Mia,” “Dark Knight,” “Hellboy 2.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of August 04, 2008
I went to the VPA picnic Saturday. A healthy group of folks enjoyed barbecue in the middle of the “John Adams” backlot (which is very cool). I was a slug and didn’t take any pix...you shoulda been there.
The winners of this year’s local 48 Hour Film Project are listed on the website. There are too many awards to list them, but “God-Given Talent” by the Plaid Connection won Best Film.
Circuit City has been keeping their commercial production locally-based. Their currently-airing Back to School campaign features R&B superstar Rihanna and was produced with Fiat Lux. Meanwhile, under the radar is a viral spot that was shot at UR and VCU with local cast & talent. Co-produced and directed by Todd Hervey at Fuel and Scott Lage from Circuit City.
Richard Scott (now at Genworth) is looking for freelance editors, gfx artists and production personnel. Email or call 922-8041.
Talent Link is looking for actors, age 10 - 15 (all ethnicities, both genders) for a shoot. Auditions are 8/26 and roles are paid. Send headshot/resume to Talent Link, 8907 Watlington Road, 23229 by 8/20. Since her office is now in Richmond, Marsha is always seeking skilled, experienced actors from the area. You can contact her for details.
Local talent Scott Wichman and Mark Persinger will be hosting the 3-6:45 drive-time slot on Sports Radio (910AM) today from 3pm-6:45. They won from a group of people who each “auditioned” on air for the show.
WWBT12 News is now broadcasting from the studio in HD. The first in the area that we’re aware of.
New reviews of “Brideshead Revisited,” “Wackness,” “Mama Mia,” “Dark Knight,” “Hellboy 2.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of July 28, 2008
Two locals were included among the 23 Emmy nominations that “John Adams” received: David Crank (with Gemma Jackson, Christina Moore, Kathy Lucas & Sarah Whittle) for Outstanding Art Direction For A Miniseries Or A Movie and Jay Meagher (with Mike Minkler & Bob Beemer) for Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Miniseries Or A Movie.
DP Stephen Lyons has been working for the past 2 months in NYC on the “Food Detectives” for the Food Network. Ted Allen (“Queer Eye” and “Iron Chef”) hosts the show, which starts airing 9pm, 7/29.
MovieMaker Magazine is featuring Virginia in an upcoming edition. In 50 words or less, write what inspires you about Virginia and email it with “Virginia” in the subject line by 7/30.
HGTV’s real estate reality series “Property Virgins” is coming to Richmond and they’re looking for a local lighting technician & local sound mixer for the August shoot. Resumes to Sara.
Entries are being received for the 3rd annual Redemptive Film Festival, which revolves around themes that depict the redemptive purposes of God. Deadline is 8/18. The Festival is held 10/16-18.
New reviews of “Mama Mia,” “Dark Knight,” “Hellboy 2,” “Hancock,” Wanted,” “Wall-E,” “Get Smart.” Click here for these reviews and more.
