Sight, Sound and The Dollar Sign-Day One
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These not-to-miss presentations from industry leaders expose filmmakers and film fans to the people and technologies that aid the creation and delivery of Maverick, independent and international cinema. As Chris Gore, author of The Ultimate Film Festival Survival Guide has stated: ?This festival is one that sets the trends and is actually ahead of the trends. Other festivals are copying Cinequest; I see it all the time?You find the future of film at Cinequest.? Empower yourself via exposure to cutting-edge technologies as well as insight and how-to knowledge from leading film professionals.
Note: $15 Ticket price for each ?Day of? forum includes entrance into all of that day?s presentations / parts. Single presentation / part tickets may be purchased for $10 at the box office.
Sight, Sound & The Dollar Sign ? Day 1 ? Saturday, March 1st - $15
PART I: Sound Makes Half The Movie
Presented by Outpost Studios
10:30 am ? 11:45 am ? San Jose Repertory Theatre
First-time filmmakers typically obsess with all things visual. Seasoned pros know that sound (dialog, design, effects, music, mix) make half the emotive and experiential impact. Outpost Studios, experienced in all capacities of sound and music production and post-production, will showcase creative opportunities and technical tools that enhance the audio component of filmmaking.
This engrossing presentation will break-down and build-out the sound elements that not only augment a picture but also create unique and powerful audience experiences. Utilizing visual and aural examples, this forum will explore how sound affects a motion picture and will discuss the history and future of technologies that empower sound recording, design, post-production and music. Outpost?s diverse experience, from indie dramatic features to animation to television commercials, brings an exceptional opportunity for emerging and experienced pros alike to grasp how to make better films by fostering what amounts to half the game: sound.
Presenter: Dave Nelson, Supervising Sound Editor Outpost Studios
Part IIA: The Art of Solid State Filmmaking ? Making better films with ease
Presented by Panasonic
12:30pm - 1:30pm ? San Jose Repertory Theatre
Panasonic continues to raise the bar with technological advances and cutting-edge equipment that provide filmmakers with the opportunity to realize their visions. With Panasonic?s solid-state P2 HD products, filmmakers can benefit from the ultra-fast speed, reliability and flexibility of the IT-based, tapeless workflow. Join us at this information-filled event to learn how solid-state, nonlinear acquisition can make your dream movie a reality. You?ll also get a close-up look at the newest P2 HD camcorders and workflow tools, including the new 1080p native AJ-HPX3000. The core products within the P2 HD product line offer production-quality solid-state high definition recording without the mechanical wear and environmental limitations of tape, hard disk, and optical disc based systems. Utilized all over the globe, P2 HD insures the highest reliability, especially in challenging conditions of extreme temperature range, shock, and vibration. It offers immediate connectivity to existing IT infrastructures; the speed, ease of use and portability of P2 cards; and interoperability with leading NLE systems. P2 HD also provides a significant reduction in maintenance costs, longer useful product life, and immediate access to recorded video (no need to digitize, ingest or create proxy video files) and metadata.
Presenter: Steve Cooperman, Product Line Business Manager ? P2 Systems of Panasonic Broadcast and Television Systems
Part IIB: Editing Solid State And More
Presented by Avid
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm ? San Jose Repertory Theatre
Cinema is in the middle of transitioning from film/tape to a complete file based workflow. Look at options for producing independent projects from Panasonic cameras through Avid/Digidesign editing, sound, music, and final mix in completely file based workflow.
Presenter: Scott Wood, Avid/DigiDesign
PART III: How to Wrangle a Star...and the Money ? A Conversation with Jim Meenaghan of Walden Media and Jeff Colvin of Comerica Entertainment Group
Presented by Comerica Entertainment Group
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ? San Jose Repertory Theatre
Is a name actor in your film key to distribution? Many say ?yes? because it?s a needed element to get overseas presales. What kind of film is most likely to get financed? Here?s an opportunity to delve into the minds of two individuals who will unlock some of the mysteries behind putting a successful package together. How do name actors or directors justify a budget? Are you killing your chances because of something in the script? What?s the best way to work the agencies? This in-depth conversation and audience question / answer session is not to be missed.
Jeff Colvin is the Senior Vice President and Manager of Comerica Entertainment Group. Jeff is an expert on film funding with one of the largest financing companies for films worldwide. Last year his expertise was highly regarded when he sat on our producing panel and Cinequest is excited to have him return. Don?t miss this opportunity to understand the elements required to obtain the green in green light.
Jim Meenaghan, is the Head of Business Affairs for Walden Media. Walden Media has produced such features as The Chronicles of Narnia, The Water Horse, and Mr. Magorium?s Wonder Emporium. His untitled treatment set against the backdrop of Maverick, home to one of the largest and most dangerous surf breaks on the planet, was picked up by Walden Media in 2007.
Moderator: Jens Hussey: Jens is a PR specialist who has completed nine tours of duty as the Director of Public Relations for Cinequest. He also has experience in the publishing world where he worked in PR for Renaissance Media and St. Martin?s Press. He is a published writer and produced playwright.
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