PANELS AND WORKSHOPS FOR 2009 FEST ARE IN PROCESS OF BEING PLANNED !!!
Our 2008 Panels and Workshops Were
We are excited to offer an array of panels featuring distinguished guests with vast knowledge of all aspects of film. All panels (except the Collaborative Filmmaking panel) are at Warehouse 21 in the heart of the newly revamped Railyard District, a screening venue and home of our Tamalewood Lounge. Thanks to these amazing panelists from New Mexico and our distinguished visiting guests.
Warehouse 21 is located at 1614 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM, 87501. Ph.505.989.4423 map
Panels
THURSDAY
Global and Social Filmmaking, 11 am - 1 pm
A discussion of how filmmakers look through the lens at other cultures to create a global vision of world filmmaking and the importance of filmmaking and its impact on society. Featuring Daniel Junge, IRON LADIES OF LIBERIA, AFI: Project 20/20, Keif Davidson, KASSIM THE DREAM, AFI: Project 20/20, Jody Lambert, OF ALL THE THINGS, AFI: Project 20/20, Cass Warner of Warner Sisters Productions, THE BROTHERS WARNER, Josh Tickell, Director and Rebecca Harrell, Producer, FUEL, winner of the Sundance Audience Award.
Music Score, Sound Design, Audio for Film, Television & Media, 2pm - 4pm
A discussion of the art and business of composing for film, television and all media as well as sound editing and design. Learn from industry professionals how music makes or breaks a film. Moderated by Gordon Schaefer of Soulfood who has scored for IMAX and Disney. Featuring Howard Shore, Oscar winning composer of RETURN OF THE KING and collaborations with Martin Scorsese, Tim Burton, and David Cronenberg, John Kurzweg, pop/rock producer (Creed and Puddle of Mudd) and composer of independent film soundtracks, Michael Stearns (BARAKA, CHRONOS, and IMAX films), and attorney Giovanni Martin to discuss licensing and contracts.
Funding and New Funding Alternatives Federal and State, 5pm – 6pm
Presented by Corky Kessler, attorney and expert on Sections 181 and 199 and The American Jobs Creation Act.
FRIDAY
Franchising and Marketing a Film, 11am-1pm
A discussion of marketing a film and the options for franchising including theatrical and literary adaptations, video games, graphic novels and products and merchandising. Moderator Michael Hare, Independent Film and Television Producer. With Deborah M Pratt, Co-executive Producer, Co-creator and head writer of Quantum Leap, she is directing a new film with Terrence Howard and creating an interactive world based on her trilogy of novels "The Vision Quest", Richard Turner, SVP of Business Affairs and Programming for Starz Entertainment, Stu Pollard, Producer and Director (NICE GUYS SLEEP ALONE, TRUE ADOLESCENTS, DIRTY COUNTRY), Mark Barson, Deputy General Counsel of Business Affairs for Starz, who structures the terms for acquisition, distribution, etc. of all projects developed by Starz Media and their sister companies (Film Roman, Overture, Anchor Bay, etc), and Corky Kessler and Harris Tulchin, attorneys.
Acting, the Art and Passion, 2pm-4pm
A discussion of the art, techniques, and business of acting with some of the most respected talents in the film world. With Alan Arkin, Oscar winning actor (LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE), former SFFF Luminaria Tributee and legendary actor of numerous beloved films, JamesCromwell, Oscar nominated actor and current SFFF Luminaria Tributee, Giancarlo Esposito, Actor/Director/Producer/Co-Writer of GOSPEL HILL and award winning stage and film actor including legendary roles in Spike Lee Films, THE USUAL SUSPECTS and TWILIGHT with Paul Newman.
SATURDAY
Collaborative Filmmaking, 10:30am-12:30pm @ La Fonda on the Plaza, New Mexico Room map
New Mexico Lighting & Grip Company and Filmmaker Production Services Company are sponsoring a breakfast and informal discussion about the extensive production services available to the independent filmmaking community. There will be a brief panel discussion with experienced industry veterans on the collaborative process that gaffers, cinematographers, decorators, and costume designers engage in during pre-production and production. This networking event will engage the audience in a lively conversation on how these companies work closely with productions to solve real-world shooting challenges. All attendees will be eligible for a chance to win services and apparel. Limited seating available.
The Art and Beauty of Animation, 11am-1pm
A discussion of the magical artform of cinematic animation, including cartoons, feature films, stop motion and other techniques.
With Linda Jones, daughter of Chuck Jones, established Linda Jones Enterprises, Inc. (LJE) which has become a leader in the publication and distribution of animation art throughout the world, Mike Wartella, (AZTEX), a New York City cartoonist who is one of the hardest working animators in television and film including work for Cartoon Network and Comedy Central, Signe Baumane (TEAT BEAT OF SEX), award-winning animator whose unique and humorous work shows at Festivals around the world, and Jennifer Clary and Kevin Haberer (DIRTY GIRL, CHRISTMAS CONSPIRACY) of Jenkev productions, Inc., a media company that specializes in video production and stop-motion animation, and Eileen Anastasia Reynolds, an American Artist and Animator based in Singapore. She is an Asst. Professor in the School of Art, Design, and Media at Nanyang Technological University.
Marketing and Distributing, 2pm - 4pm
Discussion of the business of packaging a film, marketing it, and finding distribution from mainstream, to cable to the internet.
Moderator Michael Hare, Independent Film and Television Producer. With Richard Turner, SVP of Business Affairs and Programming for Starz Entertainment, Jonathan Sanger, Director/Producer with almost 50 credits (VANILLA SKY), Mark Harris, Oscar winning producer (CRASH), Seth Kittay, President and owner of All Channel Films, the leading distributor of independent films to Starz and Showtime, Craig Serling, Writer/Director/Editor (JAM, winner of the SFFF 2006 Independent Spirit Award, being distributed by Starz media), Jon Moritsugu IndieFlix/IndieFest, Mike Katchman of Rivercoast Film Distribution, Kneko Burney of eyseoda.com, and Harris Tulchin, attorney and producer (TO SLEEP WITH ANGER).
SUNDAY
The Art and Business of Screenwriting, 11am - 1pm
A discussion of the art and technique of writing motion picture and television scripts and the business side of things, including protection from copyright and other infringements. Moderator Craig Serling, Writer/Director/Editor (JAM, winner of the SFFF 2006 Independent Spirit Award, being distributed by Starz media) Kirk Ellis, Emmy-winning writer (JOHN ADAMS, ANNE FRANK – THE WHOLE STORY, INTO THE WEST), Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby, Oscar-nominated dynamic duo (CHILDREN ON MEN, IRON MAN, FIRST SNOW), Bruce McKenna, screenwriter of THE BAND OF BROTHERS, Charles Henderson, award winning novelist and screenwriter and Si Dunn of Sagecreek Productions, award-winning screenwriter, author, journalist and script doctor.
The State of New Mexico Film, 2pm - 4pm
A discussion of the exciting activity in New Mexico filmmaking, focusing on production, financing and the State’s incentives program.
Moderator Karen Dallett Redhawk, Film Producer and Founder of The Talking Stick Film Festival. With Jon Hendry, IATSE 480, Barbara Wall, EVP of TV at Lionsgate, working on the Crash series in Albuquerque Rich Henrich, Founder of Film for Change, Independent Producer, and adjunct faculty at IAIA, Thadd Turner of Talmarc Productions who has filmed many features in New Mexico and is working on more and Alton Walpole, New Mexico’s legendary and hard working producer, and Justin Evans of Prodigi Pictures, producer/writer/director of A LONELY PLACE FOR DYING.
Workshops
THURSDAY
Manana Filmmaking Workshop, 7pm – 10pm
Hands on workshop leading young filmmakers with a focus on social and documentary films. With Domenica Cameron Scorsese, actress and filmmaker (SPANISH BOOTS) and writer, producer and director, Justin Hunt (AMERICAN METH).
SATURDAY
Manana DIY Filmmaking Workshop, 12pm –3pm
Hands on workshop with young filmmakers with a focus on narrative films. With the filmmakers from the Manana Film Series at Warehouse 21: Curtis Anderson (STUPID TEENAGERS MUST DIE!), Cerris Morgan (BEATRICE, APPALOOSA), Rhoda Jordan and Eric Shapiro (THE RULE OF THREE), Ed Ratke (SPEED OF LIFE), and Javier Hernandez (BEATRICE) of the CSF’s New Mexico Filmmakers Intensive.
On Saturday and Sunday, Rima Miller’s Clown Patrol will be presenting their wonderful act. The Clown Patrol will be seen working at venues around the SFFF.
Thanks to our New Mexico film professionals for participating in these panels and to our out of town guests for coming to share their knowledge and passion for film!
