Final titles revealed for the Generation Kplus and Generation 14plus strands.
The Berlin International Film Festival (Feb 20-Mar 1) has revealed the final raft of titles that will comprise its Generation strand and confirmed that 58% of the features and shorts in the youth section are directed by women.
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It follows a recent announcement that more than 50% of the films in the official project selection of the Berlinale Co-Production Market are from female directors.
The 43rd edition of Berlin’s Generation sidebar will comprise 59 competition entries from 34 countries, including 29 world premieres.
After revealing 20 films in the strand last month,...
The Berlin International Film Festival (Feb 20-Mar 1) has revealed the final raft of titles that will comprise its Generation strand and confirmed that 58% of the features and shorts in the youth section are directed by women.
Scroll down for full list of titles
It follows a recent announcement that more than 50% of the films in the official project selection of the Berlinale Co-Production Market are from female directors.
The 43rd edition of Berlin’s Generation sidebar will comprise 59 competition entries from 34 countries, including 29 world premieres.
After revealing 20 films in the strand last month,...
- 1/22/2020
- by 1100453¦Michael Rosser¦9¦
- ScreenDaily
The Eurimages Lab Award at Haugesund has gone to Norwegian director Guro Bruusgaard for Him.
Norwegian director Guro Bruusgaard has won the Eurimages Lab iAward at Haugesund for Him.
The award—which is only eligible for a select group of work-in-progress projects that are more experimental in form or content – comes with a grant worth $55,500.
Him looks at the roles of contemporary men in society through stories of a boy, a 30-year-old man and a 60-year old man during one day in Oslo. The jury said Him offered a “relevant discussion made in a witty, intelligent and compassionate style”. No sales company is attached yet.
Norwegian director Guro Bruusgaard has won the Eurimages Lab iAward at Haugesund for Him.
The award—which is only eligible for a select group of work-in-progress projects that are more experimental in form or content – comes with a grant worth $55,500.
Him looks at the roles of contemporary men in society through stories of a boy, a 30-year-old man and a 60-year old man during one day in Oslo. The jury said Him offered a “relevant discussion made in a witty, intelligent and compassionate style”. No sales company is attached yet.
- 8/23/2019
- by Wendy Mitchell
- ScreenDaily
The 25th New Nordic Films, unspooling Aug. 20-23 parallel to the Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund, will kick off with the critically-lauded “A White, White Day” by Hlynur Pálmason. The Icelandic drama which world premiered at Cannes’ Critics’ Week, is among 19 films set to screen, of which 13 are world market premieres such as Jesper W. Nielsen’s thriller “The Exception,” Venice Critics Week’s pick “Psychosia,”, Venice Days’ entry “Beware of Children”, Jens Jonsson’s “The Spy” and Jesper Ganslandt’s “438 Days”.
The hot Works in Progress session has 20 titles to be pitched to more than 300 attendees. Gauging this year’s crop, New Nordic Films’ managing director Gyda Velvin Myklebust underlines the large number of local films, genre-driven and reality-based stories, as well as the healthy gender balance -half the films are female directed. “There are many new female talents to watch out for,” says Myklebust, citing the...
The hot Works in Progress session has 20 titles to be pitched to more than 300 attendees. Gauging this year’s crop, New Nordic Films’ managing director Gyda Velvin Myklebust underlines the large number of local films, genre-driven and reality-based stories, as well as the healthy gender balance -half the films are female directed. “There are many new female talents to watch out for,” says Myklebust, citing the...
- 8/13/2019
- by Annika Pham
- Variety Film + TV
I’m not keen on moving these days. When I switch my homestead to a new location, I have to find all the spots I was taking for granted – food stores, gas stations, mechanics, restaurants and so on. It usually also means I have to find a new newspaper. Yes, I’ve just proclaimed myself to be a dinosaur and I still read the newspaper every morning over breakfast. Yes, I know they offer electronic editions but I like one I can hold in my hands.
Assuming there is more than one local newspaper (or local-ish), I have to make a choice as to which one I’ll read. I have two primary criterions – where they fall on the political spectrum and what comic strips they have. The latter may be more important to me than the former. I was raised in a Republican household in Chicago so we got...
Assuming there is more than one local newspaper (or local-ish), I have to make a choice as to which one I’ll read. I have two primary criterions – where they fall on the political spectrum and what comic strips they have. The latter may be more important to me than the former. I was raised in a Republican household in Chicago so we got...
- 5/22/2016
- by John Ostrander
- Comicmix.com
Here’s a great opportunity for all up and coming genre film directors out there. A chance to work alongside some of the directors listed below. It’s one damned fine looking list too and is getting me all fanboy flustered! I’d give my left nut to work with these guys and gals! Anyway, I’m not a filmmaker, but I am sure there are plenty of you out there interested in this, so what are you waiting for?
Check out the official site – The ABC’s of Death
We are searching for the next great genre director and we are prepared to give away five grand in cash and a dose of fame to find a lucky winner. The ABCs of Death has already signed up 25 of the most talented genre directors on this planet and have saved the 26th spot for someone to grab with both hands...
Check out the official site – The ABC’s of Death
We are searching for the next great genre director and we are prepared to give away five grand in cash and a dose of fame to find a lucky winner. The ABCs of Death has already signed up 25 of the most talented genre directors on this planet and have saved the 26th spot for someone to grab with both hands...
- 8/13/2011
- by Jude
- The Liberal Dead
Bert and Ernie (recent homosexual rumors aside) have never done the alphabet this way. Makers of the upcoming film The ABC's of Death have rounded up 25 of the brightest young directors in the horror genre in anticipation of their anthology-style film. They need one more, and you could be it!
And if having your work melded with the incredible group of directors listed below isn’t enough, they've sweetened the pot by offering a cool 5 G's to the winner.
Here's what's required of you: Obviously the ability to spell is going to help you out here as your film will have to be entitled T is for ... (this is where you insert whatever clever bit of nastiness you come up with). And obviously you've got to create a completely new piece. Judges will only consider films made specifically for this competition. Complete instructions are on the ABC's of Death Website.
And if having your work melded with the incredible group of directors listed below isn’t enough, they've sweetened the pot by offering a cool 5 G's to the winner.
Here's what's required of you: Obviously the ability to spell is going to help you out here as your film will have to be entitled T is for ... (this is where you insert whatever clever bit of nastiness you come up with). And obviously you've got to create a completely new piece. Judges will only consider films made specifically for this competition. Complete instructions are on the ABC's of Death Website.
- 8/12/2011
- by Doctor Gash
- DreadCentral.com
by Seth Metoyer
In what seems to be a pretty decent take on all the recent reality contestant shows (such as Hell's Kitchen, Master Chef etc.), there is one coming that is strictly for all you horror movie directors out there. The contest is presented by Magnet and Drafthouse Films.
The ABCs of Death is a global search for "The Next Great Horror Director" which features 25 director spots that have already been filled.
The 26th spot has been set aside for one lucky winner that will have his or her feature horror film added to a slot next to the other 25 notable horror movie directors.
Those 25 directors already on board include:
Kaare Andrews (Altitude)
Angela Bettis (Roman)
Ernesto Diaz Espinoza (Mirageman; Mandrill)
Jason Eisener (Hobo With A Shotgun)
Bruno Forzani and Héléne Cattet (Amer)
Adrian Garcia Bogliano (Cold Sweat)
Xavier Gens (Frontiers; Hitman)
Noburo Iguchi (Machine Girl; Robo Geisha)
Thomas...
In what seems to be a pretty decent take on all the recent reality contestant shows (such as Hell's Kitchen, Master Chef etc.), there is one coming that is strictly for all you horror movie directors out there. The contest is presented by Magnet and Drafthouse Films.
The ABCs of Death is a global search for "The Next Great Horror Director" which features 25 director spots that have already been filled.
The 26th spot has been set aside for one lucky winner that will have his or her feature horror film added to a slot next to the other 25 notable horror movie directors.
Those 25 directors already on board include:
Kaare Andrews (Altitude)
Angela Bettis (Roman)
Ernesto Diaz Espinoza (Mirageman; Mandrill)
Jason Eisener (Hobo With A Shotgun)
Bruno Forzani and Héléne Cattet (Amer)
Adrian Garcia Bogliano (Cold Sweat)
Xavier Gens (Frontiers; Hitman)
Noburo Iguchi (Machine Girl; Robo Geisha)
Thomas...
- 8/12/2011
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Well, this should put to rest any remaining shreds of doubt as to the validity of reports that Osama Bin Laden has been killed. Respected news source WulffMorgenthaler have confirmed ...Okay, I can't keep a straight face.Here's the thing. WulffMorgenthaler is both a pair of very funny men in Denmark - Mikael Wulff and Anders Morgenthaler - and the popular comic strip they created. They're also the creators of popular animated series Pandaerne and, working solo, Morgenthaler was the director of notorious Cannes selected animated revenge picture Princess. Popular, yes. Funny, yes. Reverent, no. These two are a pair of trash talking satirists par excellence and shortly after the news of Bin Laden's death last week they released the following video. It strikes me...
- 5/7/2011
- Screen Anarchy
The porn industry isn't always fun. Other than dodging spooge there can be lots of dangers ... such as accidental death and the probability of gore-soaked revenge!
From the press release:
Predominantly anime, but part live-action, Palisades Tartan is proud to present Princess, a sexually graphic and brazenly violent film that takes aim at the porn industry using its own equally astonishing and taboo arsenal. This film will street September 29th in video stores across the country.
August returns home from years of missionary work after hearing about the death of his sister Christina, who – after going from greatness to the gutter as the famous porn star ”The Princess” - has finally died of drug abuse. She has left behind her five-year-old daughter, Mia, with a prostitute, which August, a devout clergy man, finds unacceptable. He visits the brothel to bring Mia home with him and becomes her guardian. Burdened by sorrow,...
From the press release:
Predominantly anime, but part live-action, Palisades Tartan is proud to present Princess, a sexually graphic and brazenly violent film that takes aim at the porn industry using its own equally astonishing and taboo arsenal. This film will street September 29th in video stores across the country.
August returns home from years of missionary work after hearing about the death of his sister Christina, who – after going from greatness to the gutter as the famous porn star ”The Princess” - has finally died of drug abuse. She has left behind her five-year-old daughter, Mia, with a prostitute, which August, a devout clergy man, finds unacceptable. He visits the brothel to bring Mia home with him and becomes her guardian. Burdened by sorrow,...
- 7/14/2009
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
International Film Circuit
NEW YORK -- Danish filmmaker Christoffer Boe's follow-up to his acclaimed debut feature "Reconstruction" is another clever, tricky and stylized effort that produces as much confusion as satisfaction. The tale of an emotionally withdrawn concert pianist who attempts to reconnect with his feelings by entering a forbidden zone where his memories are literally sealed off, "Allegro" has art house written all over it. The film recently received its U.S. theatrical premiere at New York's Two Boots Pioneer Theater.
The central character is Zetterstrom (Ulrich Thomsen), a famous Danish pianist who has abandoned earthly pleasures, including the love of the beautiful Andrea (model Helena Christensen, making her feature starring debut), in favor of pursuing creative perfection.
When he returns to Copenhagen for a long overdue concert performance, he begins to experience troubling memories of his past love that interfere with his ability to play. Thus begins his determination to enter the "Zone", a hidden part of the city where his feelings and memories have been stored.
To say that the allegorical elements in the screenplay co-written by Boe and Mikael Wulff are heavy-handed is an understatement. That the film succeeds to the extent that it does is a testament to the filmmaker's gifts for visual stylization that are well on display here. While not all of the devices succeed -- the frequent animated interludes are overly precious, and the narration is often over-the-top -- there is an elegant solemnity to the proceedings that is ultimately compelling.
NEW YORK -- Danish filmmaker Christoffer Boe's follow-up to his acclaimed debut feature "Reconstruction" is another clever, tricky and stylized effort that produces as much confusion as satisfaction. The tale of an emotionally withdrawn concert pianist who attempts to reconnect with his feelings by entering a forbidden zone where his memories are literally sealed off, "Allegro" has art house written all over it. The film recently received its U.S. theatrical premiere at New York's Two Boots Pioneer Theater.
The central character is Zetterstrom (Ulrich Thomsen), a famous Danish pianist who has abandoned earthly pleasures, including the love of the beautiful Andrea (model Helena Christensen, making her feature starring debut), in favor of pursuing creative perfection.
When he returns to Copenhagen for a long overdue concert performance, he begins to experience troubling memories of his past love that interfere with his ability to play. Thus begins his determination to enter the "Zone", a hidden part of the city where his feelings and memories have been stored.
To say that the allegorical elements in the screenplay co-written by Boe and Mikael Wulff are heavy-handed is an understatement. That the film succeeds to the extent that it does is a testament to the filmmaker's gifts for visual stylization that are well on display here. While not all of the devices succeed -- the frequent animated interludes are overly precious, and the narration is often over-the-top -- there is an elegant solemnity to the proceedings that is ultimately compelling.
- This year Ioncinema.com is covering the 2006 edition of the Sundance Film Festival Live from Park City, Utah. Weâ.ll be on hand to cover the festival, and while we wonâ.t be able to cover everything from A to Z: here is a comprehensive beforehand look at the selections in each of the festivalâ.s sections. (Note: To access individual preview pages, simply click on the links below) January 19th to the 28th, 2006Counting Down: updateCountdownClock('January 19, 2006'); World Cinema - Dramatic Competition "13 (Tzameti)" (France), writer-director Gela Babluani's intense drama about the dire consequences suffered by a man who follows instructions left for someone else. "Allegro,"(Denmark), directed by Christoffer Boe and written by Boe and Mikael Wulff, a look at an amnesiac pianist who reconnects with his forgotten past upon returning to Copenhagen. "The Aura," (Argentina), writer-director Fabian Bielinsky's twisty drama about a taxidermist's dream of pulling off the perfect robbery.
- 1/16/2006
- IONCINEMA.com
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