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 »

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 »

7th Annual D.C. Palestinian Film + Arts Festival October 5-8- the DC Palestinian Film + Arts Festival lineup includes: 11 films kicking off with the critically acclaimed Ghost Hunting, Palestinians, Live! in partnership with Palestinians Podcast, Dabke is Life, and a special event with Hollywood actress, director, and television producer Cherien Dabis.   For the full line up and… Read more »

Rosebud Film Festival Announces Call for Entries The Rosebud Film Festival and Arlington Independent Media encourage filmmakers to submit entries to the 2018 festival, which will take place January 26-28, 2018. For 27 years, the competition has recognized and honored the innovative, unusual, experimental, and deeply personal in film and video making. All film types… Read more »

Washington Jewish Film Festival September Screenings The Washington Jewish Film Festival honors the cinematic contributions of major Jewish artists who have passed away in 5777 (the Hebrew calendar year). Additionally, they present the Narrative and Documentary audience award winners from the 2017 WJFF.   September 13, 6:30pm, 1945, Best Narrative, WIJFF 2017  8:30pm, Zuzana: Music is Life, Best Documentary, WIJFF… Read more »

“Shine: The Legacy of Roanoke’s Advertising Men and Women” to Premier at Grandin Theatre   Premier of the feature length documentary, which captures Roanoke’s unique place in advertising history. A labor of love, advertising copy writer Todd Marcum and filmmaker Dave Perry spent four years capturing interviews with Roanoke’s iconic advertising professionals. The film features a host of archival commercials, as well… Read more »

Cinematheque Fall 2017 Screenings Independent 35mm art films shown at the Grace Street Theater, free and open to the public. Presented by the VCUarts Cinema Program.   Location: Grace Street Theater,  934 W Grace St, Richmond, VA 23220  Time: 7 pm Screening Dates: Sept 12- The Silence, directed by Baran bo Odar Sept 19- Mozart’s Sister, directed… Read more »

VCU Southern Film Festival at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: My Cousin Vinny (1992; 120 min; Rated R; 25th Anniversary) With very special guest: movie actor Raynor Scheine, in-person! Plus attorney David Baugh to comment on legal issues Friday, September 8 | 6:30–9:15pm | VMFA’s Leslie Cheek Theater   $8 (VMFA members $5) Free… Read more »

Join Hampton Roads District VPA for another fun and informative gathering of film professionals. This month’s line up features a representative from SAG-AFTRA to tell us what’s new and answer any questions. Also joining us will be Gus Evangelista from CBN, Sarah Bonner (Winner of the Virginia is for Lovers film competition), and Jake Brinn will be talking… Read more »