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   Audition Workshop Announced by IFASA The Head of Television Casting and Feature Film Consultant for MGM Studios, Paul Weber, will be coming to Tucson, AZ to give a top-quality Workshop on Auditioning Techniques. Mr. Weber is currently working in Hollywood as a Casting Director and has credits which include The Hot Tub Time Machine, Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantas, Legally Blonde, Poltergeist, and many many others. If you are looking to audition for major projects, you will need to know what to expect, and how to be the most prepared. Learn what casting professionals expect from actors and what key elements are they looking for and why some actors succeed. You'll also learn about branding and marketing tips, protocol for contacting agents, managers and casting directors, and the most up-to-date information on what is expected from your Headshot and Resume. This workshop takes place on Saturday, May 12th, from 10:30am to 4:30pm at the Tucson Marriott University Park, 880 East 2nd Street. The cost for Active Participants: $175.00, for IFASA members $125.00, while Audit Scholars will pay $90.00 (Audit for IFASA members: $65.00.) (Audit Scholars will receive the same information, without the 1-on-1 coaching.) For more information, head over to the IFASA website. Dates for Pitch Fest Tucson Announced If you've ever dreamed of selling a film or TV idea to Hollywood, here is your chance. The UA Hanson Film Institute and the Tucson Film Office are presenting two opportunities that can make your dream a reality. The Art of the Pitch Workshop on Friday, April 20 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., will teach you the dos and don'ts of pitching to professionals and will prep you for the first-ever Pitch Fest Tucson the next day. Pitch Fest Tucson on Saturday, April 21 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., will place you one-on-one with entertainment industry professionals who will listen to your pitch and give you valuable feedback that will help you sell your pitch. The top three pitches, to be judged in private by the professionals, will win prizes. Both events are open to the public and take place at the University of Arizona Marshall Building, 845 N. Park Avenue, 2nd floor. Email PitchFestTucson@gmail.com or call 520-626-1405 for details and to register. Admission for The Art of the Pitch workshop is $40 general/FREE for students with ID. Admission for Pitch Fest Tucson is $15 general/FREE for students with ID. Admission includes three pitches - one each to three of the industry professionals. Spaces are limited, so sign up soon. Short Movie Workshop Announced Award-winning screenwriter and indie filmmaker Jana Segal, will teach a Short Movie Workshop for students ages 9-18. Use your own camcorders or cell phones to create short silent pictures with the fantasy world of Valley of the Moon as your set location. Learn acting for the camera, script writing, storyboarding, and simple rules of video production. Jana Segal earned a BA in Speech and Theatre from Avila College and MFA in Dramatic Writing from Brandeis University. Saturday, May 5th from 10am to 4pm at Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Rd. Price: $55 (includes pizza lunch). For more information and registration materials, contact Jana at 520.325.9175 or send an e-mail to: reelinspiration@hotmail.com Former Tucsonan Wins Award at Sundance The Audience Award for Best Documentary at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival went to Tucson's own Kirby Dick (This Film Is Not Yet Rated, Outrage) for his latest hard-hitting documentary The Invisible War, an investigation into sexual abuse in the US military. Our hearty congrats to Kirby and his crew on yet another success in a formidable oeuvre. 
Tucson Helmed Feature Screens at SundanceThe 2012 Sundance Film Festival recently screened Goats (which was mostly filmed in Tucson) and delighted audiences every time it played. This coming-of-age drama/comedy, directed by Christopher Neil, with a nicely subtle screenplay by ex-Tucsonan Mark Jude Poirier, stars David Duchovny, Vera Farmiga, Graham Phillips, Justin Kirk, and Ty Burrell. The Tucson Film Office congratulates everyone involved, and we're proud to have been a part of it. Be sure to check out some images taken on set which have been posted at IMDB, as well as this Wall Street Journal article on the film. Hit PBS Series Uses Tucson Locations, Sounds The Tucson Film Office assisted Live from the Artists Den when they filmed an Amos Lee concert at the historic Fox Theatre on August 23rd. The show was a huge success, thanks in part to local legends Calexico, who served as backing band on a handful of songs. It was a lovely evening, which you'll see on these still photos captured beautifully by local photographers fotovitamina and C. Elliott. The concert itself will be televised on PBS on Friday, March 2nd. More info on the broadcast of this excellent show is here. 
TFO Helps Chevy Sonic in National CommercialThe Tucson Film Office recently assisted Slim Pictures, along with Greg Gasson of the Tucson-based Sky Diving Stunts, to create this stunning ad for the new Chevy Sonic. The production required weeks of preparation, involving dozens of technicians skilled in handling such an unusual filming assignment, matched in size by the economic impact it brought to southern AZ. Be sure to catch it on TV during the Super Bowl this weekend. Tucson Filmmaker's New Flick Getting Raves The new documentary, Heist: Who Stole The American Dream, from Producer/Director --and TFO friend -- Frances Causey is playing at festivals across the country and receiving rave reviews in the process. Most of the post-production of this ground-breaking doc took place in Southern Arizona by talented professionals like Director of Photography Rogelio Garcia, Editor Sarah Sher, Sound Mixer Fred Porter and Colorist Bob Demers. We’re as proud as we can be to see this timely film gets its due. Read more about it here. Find Us On Facebook and Twitter Are you on Facebook and Twitter? So are we! Click here to become a "fan" on Facebook, and click here to follow our "tweets" on Twitter and receive updates about filming and the film community in southern Arizona.  Short Comedy Seeks Actors A film student at The University of Arizona is filming a short comedy about tribute bands and is currently casting for the following roles: John Lennon (of The Beatles), Slash (of Guns 'n' Roses) and a member of Devo. Actors should be between the ages of 20-40. No musical experience necessary. Send an e-mail to alexitalics@gmail.com, along with a headshot, resume and/or list of acting experience, and best times you are available to get together for a reading. Indie Science Fiction Feature Film Seeks Actors A local Science Fiction (Post-Apocalyptic) film already in production throughout Southern Arizona is currently casting the following roles: Female, 18-26, petite and/or quite trim. Possible Dates: Soon-to-Extremely Soon. Filming Locations: Approximately 50 miles from Tucson. Male, 35-45. Greying/Salt & pepper hair and stubble. Involves minor stunts such as running, dodging, crawling, fake firing of rifle. Time Commitment: 8-12 shooting days. 42 lines of dialogue. Dates: As early as mid-April, possibly through the Summer depending on your schedule. Filming Locations: In-and-around Southern Arizona, based out of Tucson. Payment: Deferred. Contact:(520) 308-5215. Call any time of day or early evening. Production Photos (viewable to Facebook members only): http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Wastelander/141521422637513 Short Film Seeking Actors and Extras A local production company is casting for a lead role in a short. Medrosa productions is looking for: Male 28-45, nationality unimportant. Must have the ability to deliver lines efficiently and with presence. A man that is a little weathered from a rough life, a competition fighter type, medium to large build. This is a character that has been fighting for many years in a futuristic yet renaissance-type era that is tired of "the game" but must compete at least this one more time. There will be only one actual physical fighting move, the rest will be dialogue and presence. Filming will take place March 16 and possibly 17 if needed. Extras of all ages are also needed to fill the "stadium" seating for the game for one night for a few hours. This will be a fun part of the shoot and you will be working with a fun crew. There is a deadline to complete this production so enthusiastic people are needed. Send an e-mail to: jfqrc-2878327169@job.craigslist.org. Please type either MAIN or EXTRA in your email for more information and location of the casting call. Although there will be no compensation, you will receive a credit, food, and fun. Student Filmmaker Seeking Lead Actors Malcolm Critcher, a University of Arizona student and filmmaker, is directing an art film about illegal immigrants traversing the desert with an emotionally volatile coyote, juxtaposing the beauty of the Sonoran desert with the tragedies of illegal immigration. Female lead: Actress should only apply if Latina, between ages of 18-28, ability to speak Spanish is a must. Pay is negotiable since this role has multiple days of shooting. However, depending on experience level, the role is largely for experience/exposure. Male lead: Middle aged, ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Looking for enthusiastic, driven actor with a great range. Pay is negotiable depending on actors experience level. If you are interested in either role please send your headshot and resume to: malcolmgreen93@gmail.com. Post Apocalyptic Film Seeks Actors A post apocalyptic type film seeks actors for filming on April 14th from 8am to 5pm. The film is currently casting the following roles: 3 men ages 21-25 and 1 girl ages 12-16. The men will be slave traders while the girl will be a captured teenager. Parental permission and involvement will be required for the role of the young girl. Contact geetarsadsong@aol.com for more information. Student Film Seeks Leading Actors One male and one female are needed to act in a short zombie film for a class project. Please contact Mike Wilson at (757) 339-1838. Latino Extras Needed A local film project is seeking 3-5 middle aged Latino extras. Great exposure for local filmmaking crowd and festivals. Shooting 27th and 29th of April. Please contact rosiezwaduk@gmail.com for more information. Females Needed for Music Video Shoot Authentic Productions is needing attractive and fit female extras for Young Tre's COPS AND ROBBERS music video shoot on April 14, 2012 from 3-5 p.m. Compensation: $20. Submit a head shot and whole-body shots (bikini if available) of different angles to Sukhdan Baron at: SukhdanActs@gmail.com Sukhdan Baron, or call 520.409.7128. Casting Call for UA Student Film A full-length independent film will be taking place in Tucson and Red Rock about a young man who struggles with problems after his wife leaves him. The film is a "dramedy", based on a true story. The characters include: George Harvik, the main character struggling with hiding his feelings, yet breaks down at points; Marien, wife of George, she abandons him, but has several scenes. There are various other characters who also make appearances. Send an e-mail with headshot and resume, if possible, to: zncjh-2885719254@job.craigslist.org. Filming location will be Red Rock, AZ. Compensation will be a certain percentage of whatever is made. For more information, e-mail: zncjh-2885719254@job.craigslist.org. Get Listed with the Tucson Film Office If you are a local crew member or live in Tucson part-time and are willing to work as a local, you are eligible to be listed in the Tucson Film Office online production manual. If you are not currently listed and would like to be, please e-mail your basic information (name, address, phone number, etc) pcatalanotte@visittucson.org. We now offer free basic listings, as well as upgraded and enhanced listings. To view our online manual, visit the Crew and Resources area of our website. You'll find listings for just about any crew or services you'll need for your next shoot in Tucson.  Loft Cinema Presenting Films Through Sundance Institute Playing this Saturday, April 14th at 7pm as part of Cinema La Placita will be Charlie and the Chocolate Factory starring Johnny Depp, Freddy Highmore and Helena Bonham Carter. Directed by Tim Burton. A young boy wins a tour through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world, led by the world's most unusual candy maker. 2nd Saturdays screenings are free and open to the public. For more information, visit the website for Cinema La Placita. Bluegrass Legend to Speak at Loft Cinema See the Coen Brothers' classic musical/comedy O Brother, Where Art Thou? with a special live introduction by legendary bluegrass musician Ralph Stanley, discussing his work on the film's Grammy Award-winning soundtrack. Ralph Stanley will perform live in concert at the Rialto Theatre at 9:00 p.m., following the screening at The Loft. Special film/concert combo tickets ($27.00 for the film and concert, or $25.00 for the concert alone) are available through the Rialto Theatre website. The Oscar-winning producing/directing/writing team of Joel and Ethan Cohen produced/directed this picaresque comedy (inspired in part by Homer's The Odyssey) set in the Deep South during the Depression, involving three escaped convicts, a huge stash of hidden money and a dubious musical act dubbed The Soggy Bottom Boys. With an all-star cast including George Clooney, John Turturro, Tim Blake Nelson, Holly Hunter and John Goodman, and a killer bluegrass soundtrack packed with vintage chestnuts, this film is guaranteed to make you forget all about that "constant sorrow" the Soggy Bottom Boys were singing about. For more information, call The Loft Cinema at 520.795.7777. Arizona International Film Festival Begins This Week The 2012 Arizona International Film Festival will take place April 13-29 at Reel Arts 6, The Screening Room, Crossroads Festival, Desert View Theater, and other venues throughout Tucson and southern Arizona. Over 100 films representing 18 countries will be featured in Arizona’s longest running and largest Festival. So circle April 13-29 on your calendars and bookmark their website for the latest in festival information. 
The Best in Mexican Cinema Comes to TucsonThe annual Tucson Cine Mexico returns on February 29-March 4, 2012 to celebrate contemporary Mexican cinema with award-winning films and more special guests than ever. The University of Arizona’s Hanson Film Institute and The Consulate of Mexico in Tucson are proud to present an array of award-winning narrative feature, short films, and feature documentaries. All screenings are Arizona premieres, including Miss Bala which was produced by Gael Garcia Bernal, Diego Luna, and Pablo Cruz and is Mexico’s submission to the Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film. For the total scoop on the entire festival, visit the Tucson Cine Mexico website. |