• WIF.D Sponsors the Screening of “The Favor” at AFI.D
• TXMPA Special Screening of “Walking Tall II” With KEVIN SORBO, Director
• WIF.Dallas Holiday Party & Toy Drive and Board of Directors Election
• Women in Film.Dallas at the Dallas Video Festival
• WIF.D 24 Hour Video Race Wins 3rd Place for "Caching In"
• Women in Film.Dallas Presents...Short Films by Texas Filmmakers
• Meet-N-Greet In Review
• Women in Film.Dallas 2006 Meet-N-Greet

Posted March 29, 2007

The Favor Screenings at AFI.Dallas Sponsored by WIF.D

Director/Screenwriter, Eva Aridjis gave audiences a special opportunity to participate in a Q&A following both screenings of her film, The Favor, at AFI.Dallas. Those that braved the torrential downpours heard candid feedback as Eva spoke about this film and the script, which she authored. She discussed her approach on how she directed her first narrative feature, the shoot schedule, achieving the overall look, and how the musical compositions were chosen. Supporting actor Ryan Dono who participated in the Friday night screening and Q&A, also shared how he prepared for the role.

The Favor, starring Ryan Dono, a 16 year old Johnny, Frank Wood as Lawrence, Paige Turco as Caroline, and Isidra Vegas as Mariana, webs an intricate yet comedic tale of love, sacrifice, and heroism. In this loving story of a non-traditional family brought together by tragedy, Eva meshes the unlikely hearts of Johnny, whose mother has just passed away, and Lawrence, the high school sweetheart of Johnny’s mother, who then becomes Johnny’s guardian. While Johnny’s teenage antics causes havoc in Lawrence’s otherwise solace home, the undeniable bond that develops refuses to break.

Eva also directed and produced the documentary Children of the Street, which won Best Long Documentary at the Morelia International Film Festival, and was nominated at the Ariel Awards in Mexico for Best Feature Length Documentary and Best First Work. Additionally, Eva’s short Taxidermy: The Art of Imitating Life received a nod for Jury Award at the Newport Film Festival.

The Favor has been selected as part of the Narrative Competition for the AFI.Dallas Film Festival.

WIF.Dallas thanks all those that attended this special screenings and if you get the chance, see this moving film.

TXMPA Special Screening of “Walking Tall II” With KEVIN SORBO, Director

Posted March 22, 2007

Many Thanks to TXMPA and Supporters!

For those of you who could not attend or view the webcast of the TXMPA event on Sunday, you missed out!  It was fabulous!  Many thanks to David Friedman of Dallas Audio Post, who coordinated the event.  Another feather in the cap, and a great follow up to Lobby Day. Special thanks to all of those who volunteered their time, talents, and services, without whom the event would not have been possible.

And thank you to all of the sponsors of this special event, and to those who dug deep into their pockets and made donations to TXMPA.  The effort to bring production incentives to Texas continues, and money is needed to allow TXMPA to move forward. Your generosity will make a difference. Donations can be made at any time through www.txmpa.org.

WIF.D was well-represented Sunday.  Five Board members and countless WIF.D members attended the event!  Pictures coming soon!

Thank you to all who participated; let's keep up the good fight!

Meredith


WIF.Dallas Holiday Party & Toy Drive and Board of Directors Election

WIF.Dallas Holiday Party & Toy Drive Board of Directors Election - Mercury Grill
December 12, 2006

Women in Film. Dallas Holiday Party
2006 Board of Directors Elections
& Holiday Toy Drive!

Times Ten Cellars
6324 Prospect Avenue
Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 824-9463
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Join Women in Film.Dallas as we mix a little business and pleasure at Times Ten Cellars, a winery in the heart of Lakewood. Come and vote in our Elections for the 2006 Board of Directors, then taste wonderful wines by Dallas winemaker Chris Lawler as you tour the winery. Then celebrate the holidays with members of the US Marine Corps who will come collect the toys from our annual holiday toy drive.

6 to 7 pm, Meet and Greet, 7 to 7:30 pm Opening Circle, 7:30 - 9 pm schmoozing, frivolity and major film dealmaking. Wine tasting (cash bar) and complementary light appetizers.

Admission to this event for members and non-members is one unwrapped toy!

Happy holidays and hope to see you at the party!

Check out the winery at http://timestencellars.com .

Join Women in Film.Dallas as we celebrate a successful 2005, and look ahead to the new year, at Times Ten Cellar, a winery in the heart of Lakewood.

Women in Film.Dallas at the Dallas Video Festival

August 8-13th, 2006

Angelika Film Center - Mockingbird Station

The Dallas Theater Center

Women in Film.Dallas has had a strong presence at this year's Dallas Video Festival, check it out:

View photos in our Gallery

 

 

 

 

Saturday, August 11, 2006:

"Soft Deductions" is a short experimental film based on an artist book by Trayc McKissick, and screens Saturday, August 12 at Noon the Dallas Theater Center in the Video Lounge. The process of making judgments and the biases that result from it are explored in an exposition of lucid actors, steady sound, and telling words of this experimental piece.

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Thursday, August 10, 2006:

From Shirley Thompson and Trayc McKissick:

"KillerSexy": a 17 minute sexy thriller that will showcase as part of Texas Stories. It features Lucy Bannister and Michael Monk, and was written by Jana Perez. A mystery unfolds from found objects in a second hand coat. Two lovers meet, but only one will survive the morning after. Thursday at the Angelika at 9:45pm. Sound and music by Mark and Carmen Menza.

From Cynthia Salzman Mondell:

"Louie, Louie: A Portrait in Parkinson's":

Louis Salzman had at least one thing in common with Pope John Paul II,  Muhammad Ali and Michael J. Fox - Parkinson's Disease. Behind these  famous faces, Louis Salzman is but one of the estimated 4 million people  worldwide affected by this neurological disorder. In a very warm and  human way, the film explores how this disease affected not only Louis Salzman but also the lives and relationships of those responsible for his emotional and physical caregiving over the course of his illness. 

Thursday, August 10th at 7pm Angelika Dallas.

Also from Cynthia and Allen Mondell:

"The Monster Among Us" (Scenes from a Work-in-Progress):
A documentary film about the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe today and how it affects the lives of the Jews who live there. We're now editing the almost 200 hours of footage shot in Germany, Hungary, France, England, Holland and Belgium. Thursday, August 10th at 7pm (immediately following screening of Louie, Louie: A Portrait in Parkinson's at Angelika Dallas).

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Wednesday, August 9, 2006:

 

Women In Film.Dallas sponsored a screening of "Jumping Off Bridges":

Painted in backdrop of fall colors, two highschool friends spend their days listening to indie music, jumping off bridges for fun, and escaping their everyday lives. To a soundtrack reminiscent of early 90s alternative rock, their carefree teenage lives are catapulted to adulthood by one fateful event. Another poetic look at adolescence by Kat Candler. Screens with "Natalie at Five O'Clock".

Women in Film.Dallas is proudly screening the film "Caching In," which was a finalist in this year's 24 hour Video Race. The film screens as part of the 24 hour video race compilation at 9:45 pm at the Angelika Film Center, and was a collaboration among many Women in Film members and friends.

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Tuesday, August 8, 2006:

 

"Trail of Tears": "During the early 19th century, thousands of Cherokee tribes were forced to flee from their ancestral homeland to modern-day Oklahoma. This brutal journey, notorious as “America’s darkest hour,” is revealed in this potent documentary by Chip Richie." Deb Cornish did sound design and James Neel provided an awesome score, both WIF.D members.

Click here to see photos from the shoot

Click here to see photos from the awards ceremony

Women in Film.Dallas competed in the Dallas 24 Hour Video race for a second year in a row and also for a second year in a row took home 3rd place in the Hollywood Division. Better luck next year!

Our video, "Caching In" was produced and DP'd by Trayc McKissick, directed by Jana Perez and written by Gordon Smith.

The rest of the cast and crew:

Joan Murphy as Sherry O'Claire
Marc Rosenzweig as Billy O'Claire
Duncan McKissick as Husband, Ozwald
LeeAnne Locken as Hillard wife, Harriet Hillard
Lynette Gladen as Geocacher girl
Nathaniel Campbell as Geocacher guy
Jay H. Frankling as Homeland Security Officer

Assistant Director: Michael David Weis
Editor: Sam Crutsinger
Sound Editor: Deb Cornish
Makeup: Donatelle Mascari
Production Assistants:
Nathaniel Campbell
Darla Doshier
Kevin Hahn
Duncan McKissick

The required elements were:

Theme: Cover Story

Prop: A measuring device

Location: A public art work or statue

Line of dialogue: "That's what I'm talking about"

More information on The Video Association of Dallas.

Studio Movie Grill
5405 Beltline Rd.
Addison, TX 75248
972-991-6684

Wednesday, March 29, 2006 

6:30pm - Cocktails
7:30pm - Short Films by Texas Filmmakers
9:00pm - Q & A with the filmmakers

The following films will be screened:

1. Khakis & Cadillacs by Jessica Schoenbaecher
2. Laila by Kim Fishman
3. Scream, Sequin, Scream by Bradley Steele Harding and starring Molly Taylor
4. Superstring - "If You Want It" produced by Brenda Taylor
5. Still Life by Directed by Tania Khalaf & Meta Newhouse
6. Small Beautiful Hands by Elizabeth Ladd Lee
7. Listening Africa by Kaleta Doolin
8. Persistence of Vision by Kaleta Doolin
9. Mirror, Mirror by Kaleta Doolin 

Admission: $7 Members, $12 Non-Member, $30 Dinner Ticket (Includes: 1 Movie Admission; 2 Drink Tickets;
1 Dinner Entrée (Choice of): Spinach/Mushroom Quesadilla, Chicken Quesadilla, Guiltless Pizza
Cheddar BBQ Burger, Caesar Wrap Southwestern Wrap, Southwestern Crispy Chicken Salad

Showcase Screenings -- March 8, 2006 -- Speaker: Elizabeth Glass

View pics from this screening below:

Screening: "Boys Don't Cry" -- March 15, 2006 -- Speaker: Janis Burkland

Screening: "The Sisters" -- March 22, 2006 -- Speakers: Rebecca Rice & Michael Cain

Screening:  Short Films by Texas Filmmakers -- March 29, 2006 -- Speaker: Q&A with filmmakers

Beginning March 8th,  2006 WIF.Dallas has screened films every Wednesday night at the Studio Movie Grill in Addison, Texas. The March 8th screenings were part of the first annual Women In Film and Television International Short Film Showcase Celebrating International Women’s Day. The WIFTI Showcase was brought to you by Women In Film.Dallas along with The Studio Movie Grill in Addison to celebrate the filmmaking talents of women worldwide, highlighting the strength of our extraordinary global network while honoring each Chapter’s distinct identity. This major event was a wonderful way to unify our links, publicize our collective achievements and ultimately increase membership and visibility for our Chapter. Please take a moment to read the Spring 2006 WIFTI Newsletter for additional information about our worldwide showcase.

March 8, 2006 Showcase Films were:
 

KYLIE GOLDSTEIN, ALL AMERICAN/  3 minutes -- Director: Eva Saks – USA

MOUSTACHE / 13 minutes -- Director: Vicki Sugars – AUSTRALIA

ON THE CLIFFS / 15 minutes  -- Director: Lisa M. Perry – USA

MENAGE A TROIS/ 15 minutes -- Director: Kimberly M. Wetherell - USA

THE SCIENCE OF LOVE / 14 minutes --Director/Writer: Joyce Draganosky - USA

WASP / 23 minutes -- Director: Andrea Arnold – United Kingdom

HAND SUM / 8min, 3 seconds -- Director: Eva Colmers  - Canada

WIF.Dallas 2006 Board of Directors Meet-n-Greet

Bread Winners Cafe
3301 McKinney Ave., Dallas, TX
Thursday, February 2, 2005

View Photos in the Gallery

What a Night!

All I can say is WOW. Last night over 120 women and men packed Bread Winners Cafe for our Meet and Greet the New 2006 Board fête. The room was filled with energy, creativity and film talk. We expanded our membership by ten. Our new members range from people those that have never ever been to a WIF.D event to people who are returning after having taken a hiatus. Expanding our membership rolls is great, but what is even better is that our new members asked about volunteer opportunities. We are attracting people who want to be involved.

I must stop and congratulate Trayc and Jana. This was their brainchild and it was hugely successful.  Marissa and Trayc worked the sign-in table and Meridith and Dee signed up new members on the other side of the room.  Most of our fabulous Board was there mingling and talking about Women In Film.Dallas. And of course we appreciate all the people who took photos.

I must say I was a bit worried about having everyone introduce themselves. But people loved it. They felt comfortable and relaxed. And it added so much to this special evening. There are so many people working on exciting film projects in Dallas. And as at all WIF events, deals ere discussed, projects were promoted, work was found and new friendships were made.

We have a great Board and a great expanding membership.  WIF.Dallas has once again shown that it plays a major role in the North Texs Film Community.

With Pride,
Cynthia Salzman Mondell
WIF.D President

Bread Winners
3301 McKinney Ave., Dallas, TX
Thursday, February 2,
6:30pm - 9pm
Phone: 214-754-4940

Ladies, it's time for a Women in Film 2006 Meet-N-Greet!!! Come join the women of WIF.Dallas from 6:30 - 9pm at Bread Winner's Cafe & Bar, as we get to know the new 2006 WIF.Dallas Board of Directors.There will also be lots of networking, girl-talk, and general conviviality.

We will introduce the new Board members at 7pm. Afterwards, enjoy lots of time for schmoozing, business card swapping, and major film deals over fantastic drinks and a great atmosphere.

Free to WIF.D members, $10 for guests. There will be a cash bar and drink specials. Bread Winner's is on the corner of McKinney Ave & Hall in Uptown.

Valet parking is available or you can park on or across the street. The dress code is casual.

Also, please keep Bread Winner's in mind for your upcoming event:  www.breadwinnerscafe.com