April 2010
1 post
HASHTAG FILMS
HASHTAG FILMS was created in 2010 to help spread the word about film in North Carolina. It’s seen as the next step in the evolution of our current venture, Second Cinema. We are a small collective that’s passionate about filmmaking, photography, creating art, and spreading the word about independent films here in the state…especially your independent film!
Hashtag Films will...
March 2010
11 posts
Triangle Film Society: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
Triangle Film Society - CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
Entry deadline: Friday, April 2, 2010
Entry fee: Free
We are looking for short films (15 minutes and under) for our very first screening! All genres of films will be considered - from animation to documentary to comedy. Due to time constraints, we will only be able to select five films to screen.
If your film is not selected for screening during...
February 2010
10 posts
Second Cinema: NEVERMORE / Jim Carl Interview
NEVERMORE FILM FESTIVAL
February 19-21, 2010
The NEVERMORE Film Festival was created in 1999. NEVERMORE is dedicated to screening brand new horror features from around the world, as well as some fan favorites. Many of these films will never receive a theatrical release in the United States. Classic suspense movies, hyper-violent Hong Kong cinema and everything in between are included. NEVERMORE...
January 2010
15 posts
BEN PICKLE
In case you haven’t seen it, want to see it again, or can’t make the Strange Beauty Film Festival tomorrow afternoon, below is our friend Nic Beery’s BEN PICKLE. The film is about Ben, “a mischievous 12 year old who lives more inside his brain than outside in the real world.” Below is a detailed description of this fun and whimsical ride that I highly recommend....
A WALKTHRU WITH KATHLEEN CONNALLY
A film that I have been admiring from afar and find my self continuing to revisit is a short documentary by friend and Durham based Filmmaker Ajit Anthony Prem. The film, entitled A WALKTHRU WITH KATHLEEN CONNALLY, premired last year at the Carrboro Film Festival.
The look and feel of this film was the immediate draw for me, the colors and textures and warmth, of not only Connally’s work,...
Star Wars Breathe Lite
You never know who you might meet. At work, at parties, at social events, the possibilities are endless. Well, I met Joseph Covas the other day and he also works for News 14. We hit it off, I’m telling him about Second Cinema, and he’s telling me about his production company…what, that’s freakin’ awesome!
We hope to share many more films/projects from Joe and his...
Second Cinema: Rebecca Kirsh
Host Katelyn Fischetti had a chance to catch up with friend, filmmaker, and UNCG student Rebecca Kirsh. We talked with Rebecca last year about her film ALONE and she comes on the show today to talk about her latest project INVISIBLE. We’d like to thank Rebecca for her time and a special thanks to Melizza Lozoff from Movie Makers for the use of their studio for our interview.
INVISIBLE...
SOUTHLAND OF THE HEART
Sometimes we don’t talk enough about all the films that are being produced here in North Carolina until they come out; and even then we don’t even scratch the surface. So something I think we’re going to try and do here at Second Cinema is talk about upcoming films, either in production or in post production. Films that are on our radar if you will.
One such film is Todd...
Second Cinema on your Smartphone thanks to Vimeo
The kind folks over at Vimeo just made watching Second Cinema a whole lot easier.
The Vimeo developers have been hard at work, making it possible for anyone who owns a smartphone to easily watch, like, and comment on your videos!
Plus users who own an iPhone, iPod Touch, Android, or Palm Pre can now go to our mobile site,vimeo.com/m and make mobile versions of their videos.
Prior to this...
Special Event !!! Looking for Ms. Locklear a film...
ChathamArts: Big Culture in a Tiny Town and the Sustainable Cinema Series presents a special event, “Looking for Ms. Locklear” documentary with Rhett & Link.
When: Friday, January 29, 2010 - from 7pm-11pm
Where: the Fearrington Barn, Fearrington Village
Tickets: $10 each
2008- “Looking for Ms. Locklear” (Feature Doumentary) Rhett and Link will be in attendance for...
AsiaPacificFilms.com
Our good friend and past guest, Negar Mottahedeh told us about AsiaPacificFilms.com and I’m so glad she did!
AsiaPacificFilms.com streams culturally and historically significant films from Asia and the Pacific that entertain, educate and inspire viewers to think beyond boundaries. With the latest streaming technology, subscribers have unlimited access to our films in DVD quality.
WWW...
TriFilm
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 from 7PM - 9PM - Raleigh, NC
An informal gathering for Triangle area people interested in and passionate about film. No hidden agendas, no sponsors or speakers. Just a chance to meet and geek out over the making of films. Registration Required.
Use the hashtag #trifilm on Twitter.
Location: I’ve heard that 101 Lounge (@101Lounge) is good. Let’s give...
Cinema Overdrive: SWITCHBLADE SISTERS
Cinema Overdrive’s first film of 2010 is the 1975 Jack Hill exploitation classic SWITCHBLADE SISTERS. Way to start the year off with a bang guys! Below is the trailer followed by all the information in order for you to get off the couch and go experience an action packed film!
CINEMA OVERDRIVE presents SWITCHBLADE SISTERS
Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Strange Beauty Film Festival
Strange Beauty Film Festival
January 22-23, 2010 | Manbites Dog Theater | Durham, NC
Let’s face it, the world is a strange and beautiful place. And we aim to reflect a little of its terrible glory back to you in bite-size chunks. We’ve got over 50 short films from around the world to unspool for you over two days.
Documentary, fiction, experimental, animation, musical, and...
FOUND FOOTAGE FESTIVAL @ the Rialto on 1/28
The Rialto Theater
Thursday Jan 28, 2010 - 7:30pm
The Rialto Theater 1620 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, NC 27608 [Map]
Cost $10.00
BUY TICKETS
Our first time in Raleigh, NC. We will not let you down, Raleigh!
Hosts Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher bring their acclaimed touring showcase of odd and hilarious found videos featuring a never-before-seen lineup of found video clips and live comedy to...
25% Film Incentive
25% Film Incentive
North Carolina will offer a 25% film incentive effective January 1, 2010.
On August 27, 2009 Gov. Bev Perdue signed into law legislation to expand North Carolina’s film tax credit. Effective January 1, 2010 qualifying productions spending over $250,000 in NC will receive a 25% tax credit on in-state purchases for good and services and not to exceed a per project credit...
TriOut comes to the Triangle
Even though this is not “film” related, but if you’re in social media and live in the Triangle, this app is going to be a must!
Coming to the Triangle Soon!
Read Our Blog Follow us @TriOut Become a Fan Facebook
TriOut helps you meet people, find new places and discover things to do in the Triangle.
We’re bringing a new twist to the location based services game....
December 2009
2 posts
Second Cinema: Katelyn Fischetti
Last month we added friend and colleague Matt Pennachi to the collective, and almost a month to the day, we are proud to announce the addition of Katelyn Fischetti to the Second Cinema team.
Graduating from Elon’s School of Communications, Katelyn brings with her an impressive background in online and social media, a love for cinema and acting, and a strong desire to help spread the word on all...
David Gordon Green, Jody Hill, and Danny McBride...
David Gordon Green, Jody Hill, and Danny McBride Launch Rough House Pictures
Dec 11, 2009
Mandate Pictures have signed a two-year first-look deal with David Gordon Green, Jody Hill and Danny McBride to produce high concept comedies with their brand of humor under a new label - Rough House Pictures.
Los Angeles (December 10, 2009) – Mandate Pictures announced today it has signed a two-year...
November 2009
3 posts
ChathamArts 100-Mile Sustainable Cinema Film...
ChathamArts 100-Mile Sustainable Cinema Film Series
Presents
NEXT TUESDAY Nov. 24th- Love Lived on Death Row, 7:00-9:00 pm
The Fearrington Village Barn, Pittsboro (Hwy 15-501, midway btw. Chapel Hill & Pittsboro) Admission at door $5 for adults/$3 for students. Cash beverage/bar available during films. Admissions proceeds benefit ChathamArts and its arts & education programs and its...
A New Member to Second Cinema
Second Cinema would like to announce that our good friend Matt Pennachi has officially joined the Second Cinema team. Matt brings his vast knowledge and true passion for film to the show and we are so excited about what’s in store. Matt will provide a specialized depth to our hosting stable and we couldn’t be happier about his addition to the team!
October 2009
5 posts
Second Cinema continues on...
Second Cinema fans…changes are coming…
As many of you know, our lovely and talented host Hilary Russo will be heading north to take New York City by storm. Hilary is one of the most talented people we’ve ever met and we love her to death. She has been an amazing host, a motivational and inspiring colleague, and most of all, a dear friend. She will be sorely missed here in North Carolina, but we...
WatchESCPAISM FILM FESTIVAL:
Awesome Festival this weekend with TONS of classic films that you grew up with… Check out a quick spot highlighting some of the films that will be there.
This weekend, Oct. 16-18th in Durham, NC
See twelve hand-selected classic films on the big screen in glorious 35 mm at Durham’s historic movie palace! Don’t miss your chance to see THE LAST SURVIVING 35 MM PRINTS OF...
Second Cinema: October 2009 - Cinema Overdrive,...
This month we had the pleasure of travelling outside the studio, out of Durham in fact, and headed over to sister cities, Raleigh and Creedmoor, North Carolina. Our first stop brought us to The Colony Theater in Raleigh were we talked Cinema Overdrive, a brand new film series, and had a chance to sit down with actor Andre Gower. We then head north to Creedmoor NC, to speak with Mark Tangherlini...
September 2009
3 posts
filmSPARK 2009 stops by Second Cinema
Nene Kalu, co-organizer of this year’s filmSPARK event, stops by the studio to discuss filmSPARK 2009! FilmSPARK is part of SPARKcon, which is being held this Thursday, September 17th through Sunday, September 20th at ARTspace in downtown Raleigh. For more information visit them online at http://sparkcon.com/filmspark
filmSPARK announces line-up and sponsor for...
filmSPARK announces line-up and sponsor for SPARKcon 2009.
RALEIGH (August 27, 2009) This year filmSPARK brings together a series of events designed to celebrate the bright and budding talent of Triangle filmmakers and provide talking points to encourage sustained film growth in North Carolina.
filmSPARK ’09 will kick off with a presentation at 7 p.m. on September 18th at Artspace in downtown...
Second Cinema: September 2009 - John Jackman...
In this month’s episode we sit down with Producer / Director John Jackman to discuss Foundery Pictures’ film, “Wesley” ( http://wesleythemovie.com ) . Jackman is an award winning independent producer and director, and head of Foundery Pictures.
The Story behind “Wesley”
The Story
The year is 1732, a time of spiritual decline in England. The gulf between rich and poor is...