Submissions for the 26th Annual Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital (DCEFF) are now open! The 26th Annual DCEFF will take place March 15-25, 2018 at venues throughout the Washington, D.C. area. They welcome films on all topics related to the natural and built environment Submit HERE Regular Deadline: Nov 1 Late Deadline: Jan… Read more »

2017 AICP Show AICP is a showcase of award-winning commercials from around the nation!  The AICP Show celebrates this year’s award-winning commercials nationwide. Judges select the year’s best commercials in 23 categories. The AICP show presents the best ads and tours throughout the country including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, & Miami. For the… Read more »

Final Act Drama presents: Acting for Film and Television Course Final Act Drama presents this 5-week acting course, designed to prepare an actor for commercials, feature films, and TV performance. Learn the fundamental acting skills like character development, improvisation, movement and speech dynamics. As an added bonus, students from this class also get represented by Final… Read more »

Pocahontas Reframed: Native American Storytellers Film Festival In its inaugural year, the Pocahontas Reframed: Native American Storytellers Film Festival will feature over a dozen critically-acclaimed films celebrating Native American culture. This exciting and interactive, three day event is FREE and will feature several special guests, including directors, comedians, musicians, dancers and live performances celebrating Native American… Read more »

The Virginia Film Festival’s ADRENALINE FILM PROJECT Twelve Filmmaking Teams Write – Cast – Shoot – Edit – Premiere …and compete for CASH PRIZES!! All in 72 hours DEADLINE EXTENDED!! Filmmakers have until MIDNIGHT this Thursday, October 5 to apply! Application here: virginiafilmfestival.org/adrenaline Now in its 14th year, the Adrenaline Film Project (AFP) is the… Read more »

Casting Call for VR Short Film Drug Awareness Virtual Reality Project   Production Company: Mesmeric Films Director: Jacob Messina Casting Director: Alex Miller Shoot Date: Two (2) days during the weekend of November 16-18. Shoot Location: Lynchburg, VA Compensation: $200-300/day for two (2) days Lodging will be provided, if needed, in Lynchburg, VA during filming.… Read more »

DEADLINE REMINDER 2018 RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (RIFF) – FINAL ENTRY DEADLINE:  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th ·         Features:  $75 / Shorts:  $65 ·         Festival accepts: Films, screenplays, web series, music videos ·         Categories: All category types and genres welcome ·         Enter Today via: Film Freeway HERE (get a $5.00 discount using the Film Freeway promo code FinalRIFF18) or Withoutabox HERE – ABOUT RIFF – Festival… Read more »

JAMES RIVER FILM SOCIETY | Short Films Juried Competition This popular yearly VMFA tradition spotlights the best, most current short videos/films (20 minutes or less). Finalists are selected from international entrants. The special guest judge, filmmaker Michele Poulos, chooses the top entries at the screening and awards about $2000 in cash prizes. Many filmmakers will… Read more »

DC’s Nordic Film Week: The five Nordic Embassies along with the Avalon Theatre have joined together to present Nordic Film Week, a selection of internationally acclaimed films from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, presented at locations around Washington, DC from September 27 – October 1. THE HAPPIEST DAY IN THE LIFE OF OLLI MÄKI (Hymyilevä mies)… Read more »

VCUarts Cinema will be presenting their four 2017 Summer Intensive films:    El Oso, Care, It’s Quiet in Space, and Nate Loves Sarah   Please join them in watching the films, and the post-screening award ceremony, on October 1st, at The Byrd Theatre (2908 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221). Doors will open at 2pm and the films will start at 2:30.   This event… Read more »

Tuesday, October 3rd 2017 For everyone that works behind the camera! David M. O’Ferrall from IATSE Local 487 will be speaking at the next VPA Hampton Roads District meeting. Get all the answers to the questions you never even knew to ask. This is big. SAG Actor, Bob Shepherd (“Lincoln”, “Evan Almighty”, “Book of Ruth”)… Read more »

Top LA-based voice over coach and actor David Sobolov will be giving 4 workshops at Blue Room Studios in Herndon, VA   Sat., 10/28 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (youth) & 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (youth)  Sun., 10/29 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (youth) & 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (adult)  … Read more »

The  LOST WEEKEND allows folks to watch, for one price, originally 8 films over three days to now, LOST WEEKEND VIII which is 25 films over 4 days for a weekend pass price of $35.  They have 16 advance screenings in this mix as well.  They sold out in about a day (normal for this… Read more »

The Virginia Film Festival’s ADRENALINE FILM PROJECT   Twelve Filmmaking Teams Write – Cast – Shoot – Edit – Premiere All in 72 hours Now in its 14th year, the Adrenaline Film Project (AFP) is the Virginia Film Festival’s 72-hour, highly-caffeinated and highly-popular guerrillafilmmaking competition in which 10-12 teams of filmmakers compete for cash prizes by writing, shooting, editing, and screening their own… Read more »

***Deadline EXTENDED to 10/14/17 (Due to natural disasters) Applications are now being accepted for the fall Roy W. Dean Film Grant.   Winner receives $3,000 cash, $30,000 in film services to shoot and finish their project, including a film score!  Grant seeks films that are unique and contribute to society.  Projects can be documentaries, short films, features,… Read more »

The Autumn 2017 James River Filmmakers Forum   When: October 7th, 2017 8:00 PM Where: Visual Arts Center Dominion Room 1812 W Main St, Richmond, VA 23220 Tickets: $4 admission at the door, free popcorn & cash bar   Featuring the work of: Brian Boenau- Playthings, horror – 17 minutes Cameron Robinson- Safe On The Mountaintop, music… Read more »

Support our local filmmakers! The RVA Filmmakers Showcase, sponsored by the Richmond District of the Virginia Production Alliance, premieres this Sunday, September 24 at 7 pm and will feature short films by area filmmakers. Richmond has a vibrant and exciting film community, and this showcase is an opportunity to see their work, followed by Q… Read more »

PRODUCTION INDUSTRY MIXER / MEET AND GREET THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2017 Virginia Production Alliance – ASK AN ENTERTAINMENT LAWYER EVENT   Content creation can be a legal minefield. Get candid answers to YOUR QUESTIONS about the entertainment business and the law at 7 PM on September 28th at ThunderShot Studios (Directions Link) in Fairfax, Virginia… Read more »

5 Week Voice Acting Course. Technical hands on training Each student will record their final project in one of the top recording studios in Virginia! Learn the right voice technique for the right project! Learn what equipment you need to get started! Record your project with a professional sound engineer! Learn genres like:  Radio, Audio Books, Documentaries,… Read more »

AFRIKANA FILM FESTIVAL Afrikana is a film festival dedicated to showcasing the cinematic works of people of color from around the world. We place a special focus on the global Black narrative. Our mission is to present high-quality, well-crafted stories that celebrate the diaspora and encourage people to connect. FESTIVAL LINE UP  Thursday: The Valentine   … Read more »

Women in Film & Video and Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse Present the Locavore Film Series Locavore Film Series will showcase diverse films made in the DMV area. September 13, 7:30pm- Screening of WISH YOU WELL starring Academy Award winner, Ellen Burstyn. The film was shot completely on location in Virginia, produced by Virginia-based Life Out Loud Films, and by… Read more »

ScriptDC Conference ScriptDC supports the work of directors, producers, actors, and writers with seminars that provide access to talented media professionals willing to share their expertise.  This year five master classes, critiques, and workshops will allow you to focus on what you want to accomplish creatively this year!   November 17-19 American University School of… Read more »

SCREENWRITING: From Idea to Execution We all have a story to tell. Whether you want to learn the skill of screenwriting or you a filmmaker wanting to understand your industry, come meet like-minded people for a day of training and networking. Sign up here: http://theforgestudios.wixsite.com/dmvfilmtrainingevent   Early Bird Admission Price: $59 (Ends Sept 13) Regular Admission: $79… Read more »

The Manhattan Short Film Festival is taking place in over 250 cities globally. The Final 10 short films represent the best short films among a record 1615 submissions from 75 countries received by MANHATTAN SHORT for 2017, testimony to the enduring vibrancy and creativity of short films. This year’s Final 10 represent an extraordinary range of film… Read more »