DEADLINE REMINDER 2016-2017 RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (RIFF) –  FINAL ENTRY DEADLINE:  OCTOBER 1st  *Get $5 off the below entry fee prices with the discount code provided below ·         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 or Withoutabox HERE   ·         Discount Code: RVAFILM17 (discount only… Read more »

CASTING CALL:  In search of Non-Union on camera principal, bit and extra talent  for a series of public sector training films to be shot in and around the Washington DC Metropolitan area (Please no out of towers there is no travel/lodging budget for talent)  Several filming dates from now through October 2016.  Age range 18… Read more »

Attention filmmakers, actors, and composers! The Virginia Film Festival is now accepting applications for the 13th Adrenaline Film Project. AFP is a 72-hour, highly-caffeinated filmmaking competition where three-person teams of filmmakers work together to write, cast, shoot, and edit a film in only three days! AFP provides a unique experience for aspiring filmmakers, where teams… Read more »

Independent Film at Vinegar Hill Theatre in Charlottesville is back! Light House Studio and Indie Film Minute’s new series will bring curated monthly screenings of indie, foreign, and documentary films to the beautifully updated theatre. “Indies@Vinegar Hill” opens on Thursday, September 29 at 7 PM, with the audience choice film, “FATHER UNKNOWN”,  written and produced by… Read more »

On-Camera Acting Intensive  with Eva DeVirgilis Saturday, October 22, 1pm-5pm  $100 10% Discount for Current VPA Members For the adult actor who is ready to break into the Film Industry With Film and TV acting opportunities exploding into the Mid-Atlantic Region, are you ready to book a Principal or Guest- Star role? To be competitive… Read more »

Please join us for a night with Gibson Worsham, the architect of the Byrd Theatre’s preservation project, and Andy Edmunds, Director of the Virginia Film Office!   Worsham, architect for Glave & Holmes and Board President of the Byrd Theatre Foundation, will speak at the Virginia Production Alliance – Richmond District meeting on Sept. 27th.… Read more »

Please join us for a night with Gibson Worsham, the architect of the Byrd Theatre’s preservation project, and Andy Edmunds, Director of the Virginia Film Office! Worsham, architect for Glave & Holmes and Board President of the Byrd Theatre Foundation, will speak at the Virginia Production Alliance – Richmond District meeting on Sept. 27th. at… Read more »

Attention filmmakers, screenwriters, producers and directors: The 2017 GI Film Festival is now open for submissions! We are currently accepting films of all categories, including feature, documentary, short, and student, as well as screenplays. To submit your film or screenplay for consideration to be part of the GI Film Festival 2017 programming, please click here. The festival will… Read more »

Virginia Production Alliance Hampton Roads District will hold a general meeting Monday September 19th at Old Dominion University’s Goode Theatre at 4601 Monarch Way, Norfolk VA 23508. The meeting will coincide with ODU’s kick off of the Campus MovieFest.  It is similar to the 48 Hour Film Project but production teams are restricted to ODU… Read more »

The SmartPhilm Fest brings to the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region the first film festival with films shot exclusively with smartphones. With the rise of smartphones and the proliferation of apps, the ways creatives represent the world around us in digital media is rapidly changing. SmartPhilm Fest will level the playing field for all aspiring and professional… Read more »

Please join Women in Film & Video at the GMU Visiting Filmmakers Series to honor: Christine Vachon with a 2016 WIFV Women of Vision Award. Wednesday September 28, 2016, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Johnson Center Cinema, George Mason University 4400 University Dr. Fairfax, VA 22030 WIFV Members and GMU Alumni $25 / Public $35 RSVP here by Monday, September… Read more »

The Bijou Film Center is presenting the documentary “Danny Says” in its screening room at 304 E. Broad St. on Saturday, Sept. 24. The film follows the life of Danny Fields, a major pop culture figure associated with the Ramones, Iggy Pop, Lou Reed and many others. The screening takes place on the first national… Read more »

One-day forum with panel discussion to better understand UAV/Drone filming including regulations, restrictions, fees, camera options, FAA paperwork and much more. Workshop will also include hands-on demonstrations with small, medium and full-sized “heavy lifter” aircraft. DJI, the market leader in easy-to-fly drones and aerial photography systems, has generously provided a brand new Phantom 3 Standard… Read more »

Open to films of any genre (documentary, feature, shorts, web series, art and animation) and in any language (with subtitles). The festival is known for cutting edge style and content, first-time features, web series, experimental and animated films from across the world.  DCIFF 2017 welcomes interactive films and our Poli-Docs in-competition screenings comes with carefully planned panel discussions.  The… Read more »

At the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts:   This Friday: VCU Southern Film Festival: The Life & Times of Elizabeth Keckly (2014; 40 min) Sep 16, 6:30–9 pm | Cheek Theater Featuring Daphne Maxwell Reid, Producer Ken Roy, and researcher/writer Elvatrice Belsches in discussion with Kimberly Brown This documentary by Tim Reid explores the extraordinary… Read more »

At the annual AICP show, presented by the Association of Independent Commercial Producers, judges select the year’s best commercials in 23 categories ranging from animation, visual effects and humor to music, cinematography and sound design. The AICP then packages the best ads into a show that is toured throughout the country to Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Dallas,… Read more »

Offering a solution to the disparity of women in film, The Women’s Film Challenge features short films created by female directors, writers & producers. The Challenge launches online at https://theaudienceawards.com on October 1st, 2016. Female directors, producers & writers submit their short films 10 minutes & under in one of 4-5 categories to compete in WFC. The films are… Read more »

Jeff Shrewsbury, HCS Acting Academy Director, is teaming up with Liquid talent. We are looking for actors! With more TV and Movies coming to Virginia the need for talented strong actors is rising!  Actors who train together work together!  www.HollywoodCreativeStudios.com   The HCS acting academy presents “Act Now” Location: 9200 Stony Point PKWY unit #193… Read more »

Producing Master Class: Film Financing Join WIFV for a master class on film financing that discusses the options beyond crowdfunding, grants, and credit cards. Ari Pinchot of Crystal City Entertainment and Marina Martins of Pigmental Studios will share their experiences in securing equity investors and organizing a film fund for their projects. This is a class to provide you… Read more »

UPCOMING LIQUID EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES!   Liquid is heating up the Fall with skill building workshops and other events to make sure everyone is ready for upcoming projects!  Our new ACTING ACADEMY will be offering classes this month, as well!  Here is what we have lined up (click on the links or contact me for… Read more »

One-Day Acting Intensive Workshop with Acting Coach Sheri Lahris  Saturday Sept 17th, Newport News, VA Learn what it takes to break into the business!!! Sheri’s class consists of fun ways to hone your skills and gain confidence. It’s a welcoming environment where you can make long lasting friends and connections of all ages. Sheri has… Read more »

Drone Cinematography 101 Elevate Your Film Production Sept. 17th, 2016 This one-day forum with panel discussion is designed to provide practical information to photographers and videographers interested UAV/Drone Filming. This program is offered by Virginia’s CCWA: Community College Workforce Alliance in partnership with the Virginia Film Office and the Virginia Production Alliance. There will be a panel of… Read more »

Full Frame’s 2017 Call for Entries is now open! Submit your film today to the 20th annual Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, April 6-9, 2017, in Durham, NC. Regular deadline: October 31 / $40 Late deadline: December 15 / $60 Short and feature-length documentaries completed after January 1, 2016, are eligible for consideration. The Full Frame… Read more »

1233 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 Thursday, September 8, 2016 at 6:30 PM   Washington, DC is home to a community of highly skilled screenwriters. To draw attention to their talent and help get their work in front of major producers, writer and producer Monica Lee Bellais created the Spotlight on Screenwriters initiative, which culminated in a catalogue… Read more »