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Monday, November 09, 2009 

Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities
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Saturday, November 07, 2009 

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Yes, every festival is different.  There are thousands of different festivals each serving unique communities.  This article will address the smaller to mid-sized festivals where a majority of filmmakers will have their best shot at a theatrical run.

I think I heard Scott Sampila (Producer of Remarkable Power with Kevin Nealon, Tom Arnold, Kip Pardue) say the purpose of festivals best when he was on the festival circuit with Power.  Sampila noted that movies outside the Hollywood studio system get their theatrical run with festivals. 

Do they make money at festivals?  No, not in most cases, but it is a chance for audiences, critics and buyers to view the projects.

So, a movie like Power has Kevin Nealon, it must be guaranteed to get into a festival, right?  Wrong.  Even though it has the recognizable face and the strong cast, most festivals don't rely on star power as much as distributors, especially not the smaller festivals.  Most festivals try to find their unique niche. 

Sure, if you enter your movie in Palm Springs or Santa Barbara, then celebrity is expected.  These are festivals whose communities have come to expect at least a percentage of famous faces to be up on screen and to be in attendance.  Does this mean they will show pure junk just because an A-lister is in it?  Of course not.  A festival's reputation is constantly on the line for the quality of movies they show. 

READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE AT THE SOCAL FILM MARKET
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009 

Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities
We want to give a special thank you to everyone who made 2009, our 5-year celebration, a great success.

Photos, videos and awards can be seen at http://www.socalfilmfest.com

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Thursday, September 10, 2009 

Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities
2009 Movie Trailers Start here ... Take a look at some of our 134 movies:
http://www.socalfilmfest.com/media/11_media_09trailers.aspx

Interviews and other cool things here:
http://www.socalfilmfest.com/

Past Short Films Here:
http://www.socalfilmfest.com/media/11_media_shorts.aspx

Past Media, panels, interviews and more here:
http://www.socalfilmfest.com/media/11_media_socal.aspx



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Thursday, September 10, 2009 


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Wednesday, August 12, 2009 

Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities
The Complete List of Movie and Screening Schedule for the 2009 SoCal Announced!

 The 5th Annual SoCal Film Festival in Huntington Beach continues to celebrate the art and culture of film with more than 200 official selections.  The festival runs for 10 days from Sept. 14-23 and features premiere screenings of ALL'S FAIRE IN LOVE (Matthew Lillard, Christina Ricci), BEAUTIFUL LOSER (Keith David, Adam Lamberg, William Katt), THE GRIND (C. Thomas Howell, Tom Sizemore, Michael Welch), THE MIND OF THE DEMON: THE LARRY LINKOGLE STORY (narrated by Motorhead's Lemmy), Quiksilver's OUT OF MY HEAD: GABRIEL VILLARAN, THE WAR BOYS (Peter Gallagher), and many more!  There will be parties, special guests and 10 days of movies.  Visit www.socalfilmfest.com for all the details.  TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!

VOLUNTEERS:  We are always in need of volunteers, so whether you are a filmmaker, writer, film watcher or a member of the community, it's a great way to help out and be a part of something fun.  Click Here for Info.

It's Here:  SoCal Film Market Version 2.0 ... Buy. Sell. Deal. Market the World.

 Sell your finished movie.  Sell your screenplay.  Get your movie made.  Membership gets you SFM Lifetime Access to SFM's lists of buyers, sellers, and agents.  Join today to access our database of more than 1,000 buyers/sellers/agents, get in the Buyer's Guide, Promote Your Work, Network and Host Screenings. 

SoCal Film Market Version 2.0 Features a variety of resources for buyers and sellers.  Filmmaker/Sellers can access an extensive database of Buyers/Distributors/Agents, Read Exclusive Interviews, Host Screenings, Advertise Projects and more. For a Limited Time Seller Membership is Good for an SFM Lifetime Membership.  Click Here for Details.

Planning on Visiting the SoCal?  Consider staying at the Official Hotel of the SoCal Film Festival:  The Shorebreak Hotel

Or, visit the Hotel Huntington Beach, a long-time friend of the festival.

Free Family Movies by the Pier Every Thursday in August
 Next Up: KUNG-FU PANDAon August 13.  Then THE WIZARD OF OZ on August 20 and, FINDING NEMO on August 27.  The WALL-E screening last week was a good time had by all.  Come on down to the amphitheater near the pier, gather with family and friends and enjoy another movie hosted by the SoCal Film Festival, presented in conjunction with the HB Downtown Business Improvement District.   Sponsors this week:  Spark Woodfire Grill - Get dinner then come see the movie!  And, Bella Vita Spa and Boutique -- spoil yourself while you're downtown!

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Monday, August 10, 2009 

Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities
Sell your finished movie.  Sell your screenplay.  Get your movie made. 

Membership gets you SFM Lifetime Access to SFM's lists of buyers, sellers, and agents.  Join today to access our database of more than 1,000 buyers/sellers/agents, get in the Buyer's Guide, Promote Your Work, Network and Host Screenings. http://www.SoCalFilmMarket.com to Join today!



Let the SFM help you get there.  Toronto, Sundance, Cannes and AFM are great places to be, but the reality is, they are very expensive for the non-studio, non-star driven production.  The SFM offers you an additional and very affordable alternative to getting your movie in front of the industry professionals you need. http://www.SoCalFilmMarket.com to Join today!

Get listed in the market guide, host a screening, talk to other members, read exclusive interviews from industry pros, and promote your movie ... Go to http://www.SoCalFilmMarket.com to Join today!


The New SoCal Film Market Buyer's Guide is available now to list your project in. http://www.SoCalFilmMarket.com to Join today!

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Monday, August 03, 2009 

Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities
The Movies By the Pier Screening Series begins Thursday, August 6 with WALL-E. Starts at sunset in the Pier Plaza Amphitheater.

Calendar: Aug. 6 (WALL-E), Aug. 13 (KUNG-FU PANDA), Aug. 20 (THE WIZARD OF OZ), Aug. 27 (FINDING NEMO).

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 

Bring the family, have some fun.

The SoCal Film Fest is Sept. 14-23 with more than 200 Official Selections. Info: www.socalfilmfest.com.
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Monday, July 06, 2009 


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Thursday, December 04, 2008 

Current mood:  adventurous
Category: Movies, TV, Celebrities


CALL FOR ENTRIES NOW OPEN

for Feature Movies,
Shorts, Documentaries, Screenplays, Teleplays

Enter for as low as $15 Dollars

http://www.socalfilmfest.com


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