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    > From: ptmartin@roadnet.com.br [SMTP:ptmartin@roadnet.com.br]
    > Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 1998 4:53 PM
    > To: proarte@roadnet.com.br
    > Subject: Clips #8,9,10 parte 9
    >
    > P R O @ R T E C L I P S
    > Boletim Eletronico do Projeto ProArte Brasil Numero 8, 9 e 10
    > Abril
    > 1 1998
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    > PARTE 9: FESTIVAIS DE CINEMA E VIDEO
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    > 1998 BIEFF Student Video Competition
    >
    > Use video production to stimulate creativity and develop
    > communication skills ?
    > Want to share your students' work?
    > BIEFF invites you enter your video project(s) in this 29th annual
    > competition for other audiences to appreciate.
    > Sign your students up for an adventure in visual communication. Your
    > entry will be judged within respectvie grade-level categories;
    > (K-3, 4-6, 7-9,10-12, and college)
    > Deadline for entries is April 7th, 1998
    > Fianlists willbe notified promptly.
    >
    > Contacts; BIEFF
    > P.O.Box 55882
    > Birmingham, Alabama 35255
    > www.bham.net/bieff
    > ......................................................................
    > Dances with Films Festival of the Unknowns (DWF)-May 6th thru =
    > 9th,1998
    >
    > DWF will be a compoetitive events that will feature a line up of
    > sxteen full-length narrative films and sixteen narratve shorts. DWF's
    > mission is to open a venue for new and up-coming filmmakers to
    > present their work without the fear of big player politics over
    > shadowing their screen time.
    > All pieces additted for screening at the festival shall be selected
    > using only one major creteria- the films must be completed with no
    > known individuals within any element of the given project. This is
    > defined by: no known directors, actors, producers, monies from known
    > production companies. One other rule? A completion date of no earlier
    > than January of 1996. Other than that all submissions are fair game.
    > Held in Los Angeles, arguably the world capital of the film industry,
    > Dances with Films will be a four day evet geared solely tenacity to
    > live their dreams in a "who did you say you were?" industry.
    >
    > Contacts; DWF
    > Box 1766,
    > Beverly Hills, CA 90213
    > Tel) 213-656-1974
    > Fax) 213-656-6471
    > E-mail: DWFILMFEST@AOL.COM
    >
    > .....................................................................
    > HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL FILM & VIDEO FESTIVAL April 17-26,
    > 1998. Associated market for features, shorts, docs, video,
    > ind./experimental &TV. Student Awards Program offers $2,500 cash for
    > grand prize & $500 cash & $1,000 of Kodak film for best student film
    > in each category of high school, college & graduate. Scripts &
    > screenplays also have competition. Cats: theatrical features; TV &
    > Video Production; Film & Video Production; short subjects film &
    > video; TV commercials; experimental film & video,
    > filmstrips/slide/multimedia programs; student film & video; super 8mm
    > film & video; screenplays; music videos; new media; print
    > advertising;
    > radio advertising. Formats: 35mm, 16mm, 3/4S, 1/2S, super 8 (on
    > videotape). Entry fee: $50-$200; market fee: $300. Contact: J. Hunter
    > Todd, Houston Int'l Film & Video Festival/Worldfest-Houston, Box
    > 56566, Houston TX 77256 OR 713-965-9955 OR 800-524-1438 OR
    > 713-965-9960(FAX) OR worldfest@aol.com OR http://www.worldfest.org
    >
    > .....................................................................
    > NEW YORK WOMEN'S FILM FESTIVAL April 22-26,1998. 2nd
    > annual film fest celebrates the growing presence of women filmmakers
    > in today's cinema by providing an annual forum for emerging &
    > experienced fillmmakers from around the world. Fest will showcase
    > narrative, doc, experimental, feature & short film & music videos.
    > Contact: New York Women's Film Fest, 341 Lafayette St #302, New York
    > NY 10012 OR 212-465-3455 OR 212-431-9694(FAX) OR info@nywfilmfest.com
    > OR http://www.nywfilmfest.com
    > .....................................................................
    > 1998 THIRD TEXT: EXPERIMENTAL FILM/VIDEO [CALLING FOR
    > SUBMISSIONS] Third Text: experimental film/video is the annual film
    > and video show produced by Massachusetts College of Art's Eventworks
    > at the Coolidge Corner Theatre in Bosotn. It showcases the most
    > current and uncompromsing experimental works from all over the globe.
    > The last year show (Solid State: experiemtnal film/video) featured
    > works by Stan Brakhage, Phil Solomon, Lurther Price, Tammy O'Jala,
    > Jennifier Reeder and more. Like the previous years, it was an
    > immensely successful sold-out show with review in paper such as the
    > BayWindow. This year the show will be scheduled around April and is
    > currently seeking new challenging film and video works from all over
    > the world. Works from all genre under 40 minutes are welcome. Please
    > send a VHS copy of work (film or video) for preview with name, title
    > as well as a brief description of the work (the preview tape will not
    > be retunred unless with a SASE). Submissions should be send to:
    > EventWorks (Third Text: experimental film/video), 621 Huntington Av,
    > Massachusetts College of Art, Boston MA 02115 OR 617-232-1555 x561
    >
    > ...................................................................
    > 1998 *NEW* INDEPENDENT VIDEO AND NEW MEDIA Southern California
    > festival seeking narrative, documentary, animated, and experimental
    > works by artists, activists, and mediamakers. Videotapes (NTSC 3/4"
    > or VHS), Mac compatible CD-ROM's, web pages (email your address),
    > interactive digital art, proposals for video installations and
    > performances (1-2 pages with support materials) accepted. Fee: $10.
    > Send a bio or resume, publicity material and fee to: LA Freewaves,
    > 2151 Lake Shore Av, Los Angeles CA 90039 OR 213-664-1510 OR
    > 213-664-1577(FAX) OR info@freewaves.org
    >
    > .....................................................................
    > 1998 NATIONAL MEDIA OWL AWARDS Call for entries for
    > films, videotapes, and television programs on aging. $5000 first
    > prize. The purpose of the competition is to identify and promote the
    > visibility of outstanding films, videotapes, and television programs
    > for and about aging or aged people, and to encourage excellence in
    > media productions on issues related to aging. Films and videos
    > produced, released or copyrighted during 1997 are eligible to be
    > entered. No entry fee. An entry form and complete guidelines are
    > available from: Ray Bradford, National Media Owl Awards, Retirement
    > Research Foundation, 8765 W Higgins Rd Suite 401, Chicago IL
    > 60631-4170 OR 773-714-8080 OR 773-714-8089(FAX) OR
    > http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/rrf/medowl.html OR
    > http://www.owlawards.org OR tnf@terranova.org
    >
    > ......................................................................
    > 1998 *NEW* HAMBURG INTERNATIONAL SHORT/ NO BUDGET FILM
    > FESTIVAL Forum for presenting diversity of internationally produced
    > short films. Fest also includes No Budget Competition, for films =
    > which have been produced w/out public subsidies or private
    > sponsorship;
    > their foremost feature should be "realization of an idea," &
    > technical
    > quality is of secondary importance; all competition entries should be
    > under 20 min. Another fest feature is Three Minute Quickie
    > competition, under different theme each year; this year's theme is
    > "Bar". Formats: 35mm, 16mm, 8mm, 3/4", 1/2" Beta SP; preview on =
    > video.
    > No entry fee. Contact: Internationales Hamburger Kurzfilmfestival,
    > KurzFilmAgentur Hamburg e.V, Buro, Filmhaus, Friedensallee 7, D-22765
    > Hamburg, Germany OR 011-49-40-398-26-122 OR 011-49-40-398-26-123(FAX)
    > OR kfa@shortfilm.com OR http://www.shortfilm.com
    > .....................................................................
    > 25th Athens International Film& Video Festival
    > May 1-9, 1998
    > Festival Prodcedures
    > Because of the number of entries received, not all entries can
    > be
    > publicly screened during the Festival. A prescreening committee,
    > comprised of filmmakers, videomakers and other artistrs associated
    > with the Athens Center for Film and Video, will pre-screen each entry
    > to determine which works are selected for screening during the
    > Festival.
    > Works will be eligible for cash prizes, to be awarded by
    > visiting
    > Guest Artists/Jurors at the Festival. Each entrant will be informed
    > via U.S. Mail of the results of the Festival at theFestival's
    > conclusion. If we require an exhibition copy of your work, we will
    > contact you prior to the screening date.
    >
    > Eligibility
    > Entries must have been completed during or since 1996. Works that
    > have been submitted in preious Athens International Fil and video
    > Festivals are not eligible. All works that evidence a high regard for
    > artistic innovation, sensitivity to content, and personal involvement
    > with the medium will be welcomed.
    > The Festival is now comprised of four separate competitions:
    > Film,
    > Video, Multimedia, and Web Art. In acknowledging current trends,
    > debates, an technical possibilities in production of these forms, we
    > define "film" as a work whose primary intended viewing context is as
    > a projected celluloid image; "video"as a work whose primary intended
    > viewing context is as a video image on a monitor/TV, or as rpesented
    > via video projection. "Multimedia" is defined as a digital
    > interactive environment or presentation on CD-ROM, and "web art" is
    > defined as any piece of publicly-accessible digital art whose
    > primary intended viewing is through the Internet on a World Wide Web
    > browser. Web art may not be promotional or commercial in nature.
    >
    > Entry Procedure.
    > Please fill out in full the entry form on the reverse, including a
    > brief descripton of the work. If you wish, send along photos and
    > publicity materials.
    > Please include a $25.00 entry fee (for film, video or CD-ROM entries)
    > or $ 5.00 entry fee (for web art), payable by check, money order, or
    > cash. Make check payable to Athens International Film Festival.
    > Provide with your entry pre-paid shipping, insurance for your film,
    > video, or CD-ROM, including self-addressed shipping package/envelope,
    > and pre-paid postage, stamps, waybill, etc., to cover shipping costs
    > for returen of entry.
    >
    > Send Entry to:
    > Athens International Film and Video Festival
    > P.O.Box 388
    > Room 407, 75 W. Union St.
    > Athens, Ohio 45701
    > Phone:(614)593-1330
    > E-Mail: filmfest@www.cats. ohiou.edu
    > Http:// www.cats.ohiou.edu/~filmfest
    >
    > ......................................................................
    > 'Anything But Hollywood' is the theme for issue #47 of CineAction,
    > the intention being to provide a forum for investigation and analysis
    > of
    > films which are products of systems of production and codes of
    > convention
    > beyond the Hollywood model. While the present state of American
    > Independent
    > film is of major interest, we are also interested in including
    > current
    > work on non-American films. Please send proposals for papers by
    > April 1.
    > The deadline for submission of papers (and accompanying computer disk
    > in
    > either Mac or IBM format) is June 30.
    > Inquiries and proposals may be emailed to the editor of this issue,
    > Susan Morrison, at the following address:smorr@the-wire.com
    >
    > Papers should be mailed to CineAction
    > 314 Spadina Road
    > Toronto ON
    > M5R 2V6
    > Canada
    >
    > ......................................................................
    > NEXTFRAME: UFVA's Student Film & Video Festival
    > <ddoyon@ocis.temple.edu>
    >
    > CALL FOR ENTRIES: NextFrame (formerly the UFVA Student Film & Video
    > Festival)
    > announces its 6th annual (1998) competition and touring festival.
    > Founded
    > to survey and exhibit the best in student work worldwide, NextFrame
    > accepts
    > all work completed while the artist was in college/university/film
    > school.
    > Nearly $10,000 in prizes, donated by Kodak, Sennheiser, Mole
    > Richardson,
    > Focal Press, Michael Wiese Productions, Equipment Emporium, and
    > others.
    > Entries will be accepted in the categories: Narrative, Animation,
    > Documentary, Experimental. Selected entries participate in
    > international
    > touring exhibition series. Some winners will appear on the
    > Independent Film
    > Channel. For more information, or entry forms, call (800)499-8382
    > (215)923-3532. Fax: 215-204-5280. Email: ufva@vm.temple.edu. Web:
    > http://www.temple.edu/ufva. Address: Dept. FMA, Temple University,
    > Philadelphia, PA 19122 USA
    > ......................................................................
    > The 5th Annual Chicago Underground Film Festival
    > DEADLINE: May 15th 1998
    >
    > "Defiantly independent and deliberatly scandalous"
    > - Michael Willmington, Chicago Tribune
    >
    > "A cultural mainstay"
    > - Ray Pride, Filmmaker Magazine
    > <http://www.filmmag.com/winter98/festroundup.html#chicago>
    >
    > "If you care at all about the state of culture on the margins, this
    > is
    > probably the most important project in the country reflecting its
    > evolution"
    > - The Lumpen Times
    >
    > "The biggest and best of the subterranean screen-events"
    > - New York Independent Film Monitor
    >
    > "I'd like to think the work Chris and I did at Film Threat helped
    > inspire the lunatics behind CUFF but now they're the ones inspiring
    > me... Not just a great "underground" fest but a great film fest
    > period"
    > - Dave Williams, former editor Film Threat Video Guide
    >
    > The Chicago Underground Film Festival is now accepting entries for
    > its
    > fifth annual festival to be held August 12-16, 1998 at the Theatre
    > Building in Chicago. We seek the best cutting-edge, subversive,
    > controversial, and defiantly independent films and videos of all
    > kinds: features, shorts, animation, documentary, experimental,35mm,
    > 16mm, Super 8 and video. Cash prizes awarded to the best entry in
    > each
    > category. Each year we also present the Jack Smith Lifetime
    > Achievement
    > Award to an influential guest filmmaker. Past guests have included
    > Richard Kern, Kenneth Anger, George Kuchar and John Waters. 1998
    > recipient to be announced.
    >
    > For more information, including highlights from our 1998 festival,
    > check
    > out our website:site at
    > http://www.cuff.org
    > or email us at:
    > info@cuff.org
    > or write:
    > Chicago Underground Film Festival
    > 2501 North Lincoln Ave. Ste. 278
    > Chicago, Il 60614
    >
    > The 5th Annual Chicago Underground Film Festival is sponsored by:
    > Krankk2o caffinated water http://www.rocketcola.com
    > Simple Shoes http://www.simpleshoes.com
    > The Independent Film Channel http://www.ifctv.com
    > Studio Film & Tape http://www.sftweb.com
    > Videos.com http://www.videos.com
    > Quimby's Queerstore http://www.quimbys.com
    > Imaginary Landscape http://www.imagescape.com
    > WXRT 93.5 FM http://www.wxrt.com
    > Filmmaker Magazine http://www.filmmag.com
    > Juxtapoz Art Magazine http://www.juxtapoz.com
    > Lumpen http://www.lumpen.com
    > Film Threat http://www.filmthreat.com
    >
    > To find out about sponsorship opportunities email director@cuff.org
    >
    > ......................................................................
    > The Carolina Film and Video Festival
    > Screening Process
    > A panel of local film and video makers will view each entry during
    > the festival's prescreening. The works selected will then be screened
    > at the Festival for final judging. Winnning entries will be reshown
    > on
    > the final night of the festival. Last year 48 works were shown at the
    > festival out of 350 entries.
    >
    > Requirements for submissions and Screening.
    > Works should be submitted in VHS format for pre-screening. All video
    > submited must be in NTSC format. If the work is selected for
    > competitive screening, the entrant will be contacted and asked to
    > provied the work in its original format. We will take every
    > precaution in handling film and videos. Howevere, the festival cannot
    > accept nor assume responsibility for damage or loss of materials
    > submitted. CFVF is also not responsible for any claim involving
    > copyright, trademark, credits, or royalty infringements related to
    > the work. Submissions of an entry to this festival signifies that the
    > entries and fees in extenuating circumstances. CFVF reserves the
    > right to decline entries and fees in extenuating circumstances.
    > All entries should be shipped in appropriate containers and insured
    > for replacement cost. No fiber-lined enveopes, please. An official
    > CFVF entry form or a reproduction thereof must accompany each entry.
    > Submission of an entry gives the festival permission to have accepted
    > works photographed, telecast and/or reproduced, either in part or
    > whole, for the purpose of publicizing the festival. Submissions will
    > be accepted in the following formats: 16 mm, BetaSP, SVHS, and VHS
    >
    > Entry Fees.
    > $ 20 for students, and $30 for independents.Students, please enclose
    > a photocopy of your i.d.
    > Entry fee includes return postage.
    > Checks only please; payable to: Carolina Film and Video Festival.
    >
    > Prizes:
    > This year's awards are expected to match or exceed last year's $2500
    > in cash in a supply of Kodak filmstock.
    >
    > Contacts;
    > www.uncg.edu/cbt/cfvf.html
    > e-mail: CFVFest@uncg.edu
    > Address: Broadcasting/Cinema Program
    > 100 Carmichael Bldg.
    > P.O.Box 26170
    > UNC-greensboro, NC v27402
    > phone-336.334.5360
    > fax -336.334.5039
    > ......................................................................
    > Northampton Film Festival - November 4-8, 1998
    > Open to independent film and video makers throughout the US
    > Call for Entries- Features, Shorts, Documentaries, Animation &
    > Experimental
    >
    > * Prizes & Awards
    > * Film & Video Expo
    > * Seminars & Workshops
    > * Celebrity Guest Speakers
    > * Post-Screening Artists' Q&As
    >
    > Deadline for Submissions : June 30, 1998
    >
    > For Infromation and Question, Contacts;
    > Tel) 413-586-3471
    > Fax) 413-584-4432
    > E-mail: filmfest@nohofilm.org
    > Visit www.nohofilm.org
    >
    > .....................................................................
    > The 1998 Auburn Film Society Student Video Competition
    > Deadline May 1st, 1998
    > Check out our web page at:
    > http://www.auburn.edu/student_info/film/contest.htm
    >
    > Competition Categories
    > 1. College Student Videomaker
    > 2. High School & Younger Videomaker
    >
    > Genres
    > 1) Animation
    > 2) Documentary
    > 3) Abstract/Experimental
    > 4) Short Narrative
    > 5) High School & Younger Videomaker
    >
    > Entry Fee: $10.00 per entry.
    >
    > Entry Regulations: Competition is open to U.S. and International
    > entries
    > completed by students enrolled in an accredited college or university
    > for
    > the College Videomaker category and enrolled in an accredited primary
    > or
    > secondary school or equivalent for High School & Younger Videomaker
    > category. The videos should not be more than 2 years old. Send
    > entries in
    > bubble wrap envelopes (or other protective containers). There is no
    > limit
    > to the number of entries ($10.00 per entry).
    >
    > Entries: Entries must be submitted on 1/2" (standard) video
    > cassette--DO
    > NOT SEND ORIGINALS--only copies will be accepted. Mark videocassette
    > prominently with videomaker's name, title of work and genre. Winners
    > may
    > be chosen for screening during the annual Jay Sanders Film Festival.
    > Please note that entries cannot be returned to you unless you enclose
    > self- addressed, stamped return packaging for each entry.
    > Entry Enclosures:
    > Each entry must be accompanied by the following:
    > Entry fee (check or Money order for $10.00 in U.S. funds made payable
    > to Auburn University)
    > A short synopsis of entry and bio of Videomaker.
    > A self-addressed, stamped postcard (OR email address) for
    > notification
    > of receipt of entry.
    > Official entry form (below), completed and signed.
    >
    > Liability: Although every possible care will be taken with tapes =
    > while in our possession, we cannot accept responsibility for loss or
    > damage.
    > Do not send original tapes.
    >
    > Agreement: Submission of an entry gives the Auburn Film Society
    > permission
    > to show the work at the annual Jay Sanders Film Festival--unless
    > otherwise requested in writing by the videomaker.
    >
    > The 1998 Auburn Film Society Student Video Competition
    > Deadline May 1st, 1998
    > Entry Form:
    > *A copy of this form is also available at our web site:
    > http://www.auburn.edu/student_info/film/entry.htm
    >
    > Entry Title:
    >
    > Circle Category: 1) College Videomaker 2) High School &
    > Younger Videomaker
    >
    > Circle Genre: 1. Animation 2. Documentary 3.
    > Abstract/Experimental
    > 4. Short Narrative 5. High School & Younger Videomaker
    >
    > Non-refundable entry fee enclosed $10.00 (Check or money order in
    > U.S.
    > funds, payable to Auburn University)
    >
    > Name:
    >
    > Address:
    >
    > Day Phone:
    >
    > Email (optional):
    >
    > Address:
    >
    > School/College:
    >
    > Signature:
    > (Signature signifies agreement to all published regulations and
    > requirements of competition)
    >
    > All Entries must be post-marked by May 1st, 1998
    >
    > Send entries by mail to: ATTN: Emmett Winn, Auburn Film Society, c/o
    > Department of Communication, Tichenor 217, Auburn University, AL
    > 36849-5211
    >
    > Please circulate this information widely. Direct questions to Emmett
    > Winn (winnjoh@mail.auburn.edu)
    >
    > ......................................................................
    > CINE Golden Eagle Film & Video Competition
    > Spring Deadlines: Early Bird: March 1 Final: March 15
    > Fall Deadlines: Early Bird: Audust 1 Final: August 1520
    > CINE is a nonprofit organization that recognizes excellence in
    > documentary, instructional, informational, and short feature films,
    > videos, and interactive productions and facilitates their entry in
    > international film and video festivals.
    >
    > Who should enter?
    > * Professional and non-professional film and video makers.
    > * American producers, sponsors or distributors
    > * Dedicated craftspeople, such as directors, screenwriters, etc.
    >
    > What are the Criteria?
    > CINE entries are judged on creative and technical merit. Criteria
    > include: prsendtation, writing, sound, edting, creativity, visuals &
    > insights, effectvie communication to the intended audience, and
    > fulfillment of stated purpose.
    > CINE juries base recommedations for an award on how well a
    > production measures up to the standards it sets for itself, thereby
    > allowing
    > the "little guy" a chance to stand alongside the "giants" of the
    > industry.
    >
    > How do I enter?
    > * Read the enclosed rules and regulations carefully
    > * Complete the entry form.
    > * Submit entry form to CINE by mail with check
    > * Or fac the entry form with credit card information.
    > * DO NOT SUBMIT a film or video with your entry form. Soon after the
    > deadline, a letter with instructions for shipping your
    > non-returnable
    > 1/2" VHS entry will be sent to you.
    > * Results will be available early June for the March deadline and
    > late November ofr the August deadline
    >
    > Competition Results
    > All entries will be judged in the first stage of a potential
    > 3-stage process. All entrants will be notified by either the end of
    > May or the end of November of the competition results.
    > Awards
    > Each entry considered worthy of representing the U.S. in
    > international festivals receives two free Golden Eagle or CINE
    > Eagle (Pre-Professional and Amateur) certificates in recognition
    > of
    > the honor. Winners are also eligible to purchase Golden and CINE
    > Eagle trophies and other award items.
    >
    > International Festival Participation
    > Golden Eagle and Amateur Eagle winners will be considered by CINE
    > for competition in international festivals. The decision to enter
    > is yours. Should you agree, CINE may ask you to provide extra
    > prints or tapes. Films, tapes and videodiscs are insured by CINE
    > (replacement cost) while in transit and while in the custody of
    > CINE. CINE assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss, or
    > for
    > any infringement of rights, while films/tapes are in the custoday
    > of overseas festivals or authorities. Although a CINE award does
    > not guarantee that your entry is eligible for international
    > competition, if it fits the requirements of one or more festivals
    > you will be notified by the CINE office.
    >
    > For Further Information, contact
    > CINE, 1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite # 638
    > Washington, D. C. 20036
    > Phone: 202-785-1136
    > Fax 202-785-4114
    > Web-Site: www. cine.org
    > E-Mail: cine1@erols.com
    > ......................................................................
    >
    > Telluride IndieFest is *pleased* to announce its CALL FOR ENTRIES
    > for the 1998 event!
    >
    > Formerly known as the Telluride Independent Film & Screenwriters
    > Festival, Telluride IndieFest '98! *remains* dedicated to the spirit
    > and
    > advancement of independent film/videomaking and screenwriting!
    >
    > Please see Entry Form (below).
    >
    > Scheduled during the winter ski-season (December 4 -6, 1998) here in
    > *beautiful* Telluride (Colorado), come interact with your peers and
    > exchange ideas and information about independent film/videomaking and
    > screenwriting!
    >
    > Workshops will include:
    >
    > 1) How to Make a 'Small-Budget' Independent Film/Video
    > 2) Financing of Independent Films/Videos
    > 3) Distribution of Independent Films/Videos
    > 4) How to Get Your Screenplay Through the 'Hollywood Maze'
    > 5) How to Get an Agent
    > 6) The Future of Independent Film/Videomaking (DVD, the Internet/Web,
    > Self-Distribution, etc.)
    >
    > This festival promises to generate a 'brainstorm' of interesting
    > information and HIGH entertainment value! Perched at 8750 feet it
    > should!
    >
    > And, while you are here SKI or surf our magnificent mountain!
    > Find out why Telluride is called " the most beautiful place you'll
    > ever ski!"
    >
    > -----------------------------------------------
    >
    > Entry Fee: $35.00 for Short Films/Videos (under 60 minutes), $40.00
    > for Screenplays, and $45.00 for Feature Films/Videos
    >
    > DEADLINE for ALL Entries: August 1, 1998
    >
    > All film/video entries (Features *and* Shorts) must be on *standard*
    > VHSvideo (1/2").
    >
    > Film/video screenings (during the festival) may be on 3/4", 16mm or
    > 35mm.
    >
    > SHORT films/videos (and documentaries) are *certainly* encouraged!
    >
    > Screenplays should be no-more than 120 pages.
    > There will be 'active readings' of selected screenplays during the
    > festival.
    >
    > Accepted festival entries (screenplay, film & video) will receive
    > 4-day *complimentary* luxury accommodations and their choice of an
    > exciting
    > outdoor winter activity (downhill or cross-country skiing/surfing,
    > snowmobile tour, or horseback riding), and free equipment rentals!
    >
    > *Telluride IndieFest is non-competitive*
    >
    > ------------------------------cut here------------------------------
    >
    > ENTRY FORM
    > Telluride IndieFest '98!
    > (December 4 - 6, 1998)
    >
    >
    > Name: ______________________________________________________
    >
    > Address: ____________________________________________________
    >
    > City: ___________________________ State: _____ Zip: ______________
    >
    > Tel: __________________________ Fax: _________________________
    >
    > E-Mail Address: _______________________________________________
    >
    > How did you hear about our festival? _________________________
    >
    > Type of entry: Film ___ Video ___ Screenplay ___
    > (Please remember to send a 1/2" VHS for all film/video entries)
    >
    > Title of entry: _________________________________________________
    >
    > How Long (minutes or pages): ______________________________________
    >
    > Category (please circle): Documentary Drama Comedy Adventure
    >
    > Action Suspense Horror
    > Other:___________________________________
    >
    > Enclosed: $_____________ (check one) Check ____ Money Order ____
    >
    > ------------------------------cut here------------------------------
    >
    > Please make check or money order (US funds) payable to: QUESO
    > PRODUCTIONS
    >
    > Send to:
    > Telluride IndieFest '98!
    > c/o Queso Productions
    > P.O. Box 860
    > Telluride, CO 81435
    >
    > *IMPORTANT NOTE*
    >
    > Please include a self-addressed stamped postcard (or envelope) to
    > confirm that your entry has been received!
    >
    > As well, if you want your screenplay, film and/or video *returned*,
    > please include a SASE ('priority mail' recommended) with proper
    > postage.
    >
    > Film & Write On!
    >
    > Michael Carr
    > Director: Telluride IndieFest '98!
    >
    > Please visit: http://telluridemm.com/indifest.html
    > for complete information about the 1997 event and more!
    >
    > ......................................................................
    > The 3rd Tacoma Tortured Artists Film Festival
    > September 11,12,13 1998
    >
    > The Tacoma Tortured Artists Film Festival is produced by Club Seven
    > Studios with support form the Broadway Center for the Performing
    > Arts.
    > This truly original festival was created to promote awareness of and
    > to support independent directors. Film,video, student projects, and
    > professonal works share the spotlight in a rere atmosphere of artist
    > appreciation. The result has been tremendous. This unique approach of
    > glorifying and bringing togetyher indie filmmakers has not only made
    > T.T.A.F.F. one of the conundtry's fastest growing film festivals, but
    > has created an unofficial Tortured Artists network of filmmakers who
    > meet at the festival, become friends, and go on to support each
    > other's projects.
    >
    > For more information, please contact:
    > Toll free at 1-888-20-CLUB-7.
    > Fax ; 253-627-1525
    > E-mail: tacomafilm@aol.com
    > Web-Site: www.clubseven.com
    >



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