Award-Winning Mississippi Damned on DVD Only One Week Left on Great Pre-Sale Deal November 26, 2010 Own a Copy of the Award-Winning Mississippi Damned Pre-Sale Ends One Week from Today WATCH THE TRAILER HERE. Just in time for the 2010 holiday season, you can now purchase the Mississippi Damned DVD for your home collection! Own (or gift) the film that made a definite mark on the film festival circuit, winning 15 awards at festivals all over the country. Honors include: Jury Award for Best Feature Film at the 2009 Chicago Film Festival, Grand Jury Award for Best Feature Film at the 2009 American Black Film Festival, and Grand Jury Award for Outstanding U.S. Dramatic Feature at the 2009 Outfest Film Festival. The DVD is full of GREAT features including Deleted Scenes, the Trailer, Behind The Scenes Material, Interviews from the Film Festival Circuit, and Tina Mabry’s first short, Brooklyn’s Bridge to Jordan, which stars Jossie Harris Thacker who plays Charlie in Mississippi Damned. Starring Malcolm Goodwin (Leatherheads, American Gangster), Michael Hyatt (The Wire), Malcolm David Kelley (Antwone Fisher, Lost), Tessa Thompson (For Colored Girls), Simbi Kali Williams (3rd Rock from the Sun), and DB Woodside (24,The Temptations), the film has been cited as one of “the best ensemble casts of the year.” DVDs will be available for shipping on December 3rd, 2010 in plenty of time for the holiday season. Buy now to get the pre-sale price of $14.95 + shipping and handling! Take advantage of this great price as it will go up on December 3rd. Just visit www.mississippidamned.com/store to get your copy today! Praise for Mississippi Damned “The film presents a brutally honest, extraordinary haunting and deeply emotional portrait of a dysfunctional family trying to come to terms with its own tortured legacy.” – Ebony Jet Online “Expertly directed and beautifully shot and scored, featuring unforgettable performances by a tremendous ensemble cast this a film of rare accomplishment. ” – indieWIRE “Raw and powerful…plaudits to filmmaker Tina Mabry for her tightly wound and powerfully explosive story.” – The Hollywood Reporter “Dark, uncompromising, and unflinching, Mississippi Damned is pure power all around” – Edge Magazine “This riveting ensemble film is one of the most original American debuts I’ve seen in some time” – Phawker Blog “Mabry has put together a stable of actors that make up easily the best ensemble I’ve seen this year.” – Atlanta’s Reel Fanatic Blog “Mississippi Damned is a rare, exceptional film, one that covers enormous amounts of emotional territory and manages to impart sadness and hope in equal measures.” – After Ellen “It is the year’s best film. Last year, I sat through all the nominees for Best Film for the Academy Awards and this independent film stands shoulder to shoulder with them. We can only hope that more people are able to view this film on a larger scale across country as it is a story which needs to be told.” – The Rainbow Collective Help Get the Word Out! We need your help getting the word out about Mississippi Damned! Share the trailer (which you can find on YouTube) on your facebook page. Recommend the DVD to friends and family who are looking for the perfect holiday gift for a film lover! If you really love the film, send out a mass email telling people why! You can help us get the word out so we can continue telling stories about people in the margins and bringing them to the mainstream!
Archive for November, 2010
Blueprint 4 Hollywood is running a great holiday special for slate reels and headshots. Check out the flyer for samples:
REMINDER: Shannon Eubanks’ on camera technique workshop is less than two weeks away…the weekend of December 4th and 5th. There will be a morning session from 9 AM to 1 PM Saturday and Sunday, and an afternoon session from 2 PM to 6 PM Saturday and Sunday. For more details and to register for the workshop, visit the training page of the Chez Group’s website at http://www.chezgroup.com/training.html . There is still some space available for both sessions.
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Urban Mediamakers Film Festival – www.umff.com – 10th Edition – October 14-16, 2011Sponsored by Camrose Creative Services, Inc. – www.camrosecreative.com.
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BLUEPON Year End Special
“The Judgment” A powerful stage play to be ministered Tuesday, November 23rd at 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm) FREE to the Public Word of Faith Family Worship Cathedral, 212 Riverside Parkway, Austell, GA. Bring your entire family, you don’t want to miss i
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Marcus Jackson:
Acting Fundamentals & Principals
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Advanced Acting
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Handel’s Messiah Rocks at the Fox Theatre. One Show Only. Sun. Nov 21 at 7PM
Shannon Eubanks–
Back for her On Camera Technique Workshop
December 4th and 5th!
Chez Studios is excited to announce that Shannon Eubanks will be teaching her popular On Camera Technique acting workshop for adults (ages 16 and older the weekend of December 4th and 5th.
In this ever changing world of technology that we live in, the casting industry is quickly feeling the effects, as evidenced by the way in which actors are now auditioning. It is becoming more and more common for actors to be asked to put themselves on tape for an audition. Thus, it is more important than ever for actors to learn to master their on camera effectiveness in order to enhance their auditioning opportunities. Without the leadership of a casting director in the room, the actor is on his/her own. As a leading casting director, Shay stresses the importance of learning the effective tools to successfully audition on camera through this intensive workshop weekend with Shannon Eubanks.
A note from Ms. Eubanks: my “intro” class is challenging and effective even for actors with long-term experience, as it is unlike anything they’ve had before. It is NEW TOOLS.
There will be a morning session from 9 AM until 1 PM Saturday and Sunday, and an afternoon session from 2 PM until 6 PM Saturday and Sunday. The cost of the two day workshop weekend is $185.The workshop will be held at the Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta/Buckhead at 2960 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, 30305. The hotel phone number is 404-239-0677.
We offer PayPal for your convenience. If you choose to register through PayPal, please contact Mary Ann at chezmaryann@aol.com to give her the name and age of the person attending, in addition to session preference, which will be filled on a first come, first served basis. You will receive a confirmation email in return.
Chez Studios is proud to team Shay Griffin and Ric Reitz together for a not to be missed educational seminar targeted for the serious beginning actor.
This two-part day of lectures is scheduled for Saturday, November 13th. The subject matter and structure of the day allows for ages 16 and older to attend.
Shay will host the morning session, entitled, “Get the Job! The Business of Show Business,” which will begin at 9 AM and end at 1 PM.
There will be a one hour break for lunch, which will be followed by Ric’s afternoon session, entitled, “You Got the Job…Now Don’t Get Fired!” and will include discussions about on the set etiquette and sound stage techniques.
This unique opportunity to spend the day with two top professionals in the industry affords the serious actor and the serious aspiring actor a head start on his/her acting career by learning things about the industry that may otherwise take many years to learn and develop through trial and error, not to mention through the school of hard knocks! After spending the day with Shay and Ric, you will be prepared to jumpstart your professional acting career.
The cost to attend $125 per actor for the full day. We offer PayPal for your convenience. If you choose to register through PayPal, please contact Mary Ann at chezmaryann@aol.com to give her the name of the person attending. You will receive a confirmation email in return.
Space is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. We encourage you to register now!
The location of this workshop is the Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta/Buckhead at 2960 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, 30305.
For any questions or for additional information, please feel free to contact Mary Ann at chezmaryann@aol.com.
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DIY Network is casting families in the Atlanta area for its new series: Mega Dens! This is a show where awkward or under-used family rooms get a much needed makeover……but this ain’t your mother’s makeover show! We’re not talking about new TV trays and a coat of paint. We’re talking movie theater, high-end game room, wine snob’s paradise, techno-geek Shangri-la, sports or music shrine, the possibilities are endless! If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please email me at marygrace@picturewindow.tv and I’ll send you more information. Thanks!
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Casting for play: El Haji Malik: The Life and Times of Malcolm X
It’s a non-union project that pays. Seeking African-American actors – male and female. We prefer that they can move, there is a small amount of movement in the play.
Tentative dates:
February 26 – March 13
14th Street Playhouse
Stage 2
Rehearsals start February 4, 6 pm – 10 pm
Show opens February.
2010 – 2011 Season
November 2010
New York
Jackie, NYU grad student film project
Donate: https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/contribute/donate/3079
March 11, 2011
Body & Sold DC
in partnership with Ayuda and the Latino Federation of Greater Washington
March 17 – April 1, 2011
El Haji Malik: The Life and Times of Malcolm X
directed by Hilda Willis
Atlanta, GA
Special Performance…..August 2011
Atlanta, GA
Fires In the Mirror
by Anna Deavere Smith
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Blackbird
Barbara Benvil is in Atlanta from LA. Contact for Headshots as well as any private or class coaching.
1940′S FILM SEEKING DANCE EXTRAS – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2010
Student filmmaker making first feature film seeks eager and energetic dancers and actors to be extras during a hilarious Jazz club scene that will be climatic ending to the film. Herbet and Cleofis and the Unfortunate Chronicles of the Kidnapping of Miss Ella Fynn – is about a pair of dimwitted, small-time criminals who kidnaps a Jazz disillusioned singer.
View trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1lTfmwGh2A
Please wear your best wardrobe that could fit the 30′s/40′s style:
FELLAS: suits, ties, vests and or suspenders, etc
LADIES: Dresses and gowns, gloves, pearls, small hats and furs, etc.
*Make up artist will be on set please provide your own foundation and lipwear. Shoot call time is 3:00-11:00 p.m. Lunch and dinner will be served. Please able able to stay during entire duration of shooting schedule. Contact: Bobby Huntley – herbertandcleofis_themovie@yahoo.com
WIFTA Gala A Great Success
Women in Film & Television Atlanta’s 2010 Gala Awards
An Evening of Inspiration
ATLANTA, November 5, 2010 – It was a night of inspiration as well as glamour at the Women in Film and Television Atlanta’s 36th Anniversary Gala Awards held November 1st at the Woodruff Arts Center. At the aptly titled event, “A Night of Inspiration,” WIFTA honored: Actor/Director/Producer Kim Fields with the prestigious “Industry Trailblazer Award” for excellence in film and television; Headline News Anchor Robin Meade with the “Creative Excellence Award” in the field of journalism; and the Georgia Production Partnership with the “Outstanding Contribution to the Georgia Film Industry Award”.
The evening was filled with inspiring success stories within Georgia’s growing film and television industry. Guests and honorees walked the red carpet, bid on silent auction fundraising items and feasted on a formal dinner before the awards ceremony, conducted by Mistress of Ceremony Ms. Elle Richardson.
“I am extremely overwhelmed by your thinking of me as a trailblazer and I thank you for that,” Kim Fields said upon accepting her award presented to her by Tyler Perry Studios Vice President Roger Bobb. Fields currently works as a director on Tyler Perry’s television shows “Meet the Browns” and “House of Payne.”
Robin Meade acknowledged her team and the huge role they play in producing her morning show. “They’re the reason why our show comes across as so creative,” Meade said. “Because of the team themselves and this table is just a small representative portion of all the people that help put the news together.”
Georgia Production Partnership Co-Presidents and founders Steve Mensch and William Vanderkloot accepted the award on behalf of GPP and said that the organization is extremely honored to be recognized by WIFTA for its effort over the past 15 years to become the “Voice of Filmmaking in Georgia.”
GPP is a not-for-profit coalition of companies and individuals who are active in the state’s film, video, music, and interactive game industries. They have been instrumental in the grass roots organization of the production community and the development of key legislative incentives including the now all important Georgia Tax incentive bill, known as the Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act of May 2008.
The evening also included an announcement of WIFTA’s 2010 Student Scholarship winner, Ms Jessica Guerra and premiered WIFTA’s United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta Public Service Announcement, “One Person at a Time”.
Special Thanks: WIFTA Special Events Director Beatrice Allen; WIFTA Board and Volunteers.
Gala Sponsors: The Woodruff Arts Center, Xfinity, Raleigh Studios Atlanta, Film Finish, Liquisound, and Feral Kitty Music.
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STUDENT FILMMAKER MAKING FIRST FEATURE FILM seeks eager and energetic dancers and actors to be extras during a hilarious Jazz club scene that will be climatic ending to the film.
HERBERT AND CLEOFIS and the Unfortunate Chronicles of the Kidnapping of Miss Ella Fynn – is about a pair of dimwitted, small-time criminals who kidnaps a Jazz disillusioned singer.
View trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1lTfmwGh2A
PLEASE WEAR YOUR BEST WARDROBE that could fit the 30′s/40′s style
FELLAS: suits, ties, vests and or suspenders, etc
LADIES: Dresses and gowns, gloves, pearls, small hats and furs, etc.
*Make up artist will be on set please provide your own foundation and lipwear.
SHOOT CALL TIME IS 3PM TO 11PM full lunch and dinner WILL BE SERVED!!! PLEASE BE ABLE TO STAY DURING ENTIRE DURATION OF SHOOTING SCHEDULE!
email me if you are interested!
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING YOUNG FILMMAKERS OF ATLANTA!
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Actor’s Express | King Plow Arts Center | 887 West Marietta Street | Suite J-107 | Atlanta | GA | 30318
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Pinch n’ Ouch Theatre presents the regional premiere of LOBBY HERO by Academy Award nominee Kenneth Lonergan at the 14th Street Playhouse, November 5th-28th. Time Out New York calls it, “A masterpiece. The best drama, the best comedy and the best romance of the year, all rolled into one.” Join us on opening night Friday, November 5th and share a complimentary toast with the cast, crew, and theatre patrons alike at the Loews Hotel Midtown.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre | at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center | P.O. Box 607 | Roswell | GA | 30077-0607
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Still a few spaces left for Disney’s Jen Rudin’s Adult TV/Film Workshop. This Sunday! Follow this link for details:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e32j5006c09da1c9&llr=6p8xa9bab
The Chez Group Workshop
Shay Griffin and Ric Reitz will conduct their two-part seminar this Saturday, November 13th from 9 AM to 6 PM! With an influx of talent coming from all over the country to our Hollywood of the South, it is more important than ever that you be at the top of your game.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Shay Griffin herself, as she speaks from a casting director’s perspective on how to best market yourself in this highly competitive industry. Any slight edge you can gain over your competition could mean the difference between getting a callback and not. Shay will help you to navigate the important steps necessary to master the “business of the business”. Topics of discussion will range from headshots and resumes to how you walk into the audition room and conduct yourself like a professional actor. The morning session with Shay will run from 9 AM to 1 PM.
Now that Shay has helped you to get the role, the last thing you want to do is lose the job because you are unprepared or uninformed. Ric Reitz, a professional actor, writer, composer, producer, and director, will take over for the afternoon session from 2 PM to 6 PM and will be focusing on helping you keep the job! Topics of discussion will include set etiquette and sound stage techniques. We have all heard the saying that time is money…you do not want to cost the production company money because of your ignorance or inexperience on the set…and you could ultimately lose the job!
After spending this two-part day with Shay and Ric, you will be prepared to jumpstart your professional acting career.
The workshop location is the Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta/Buckhead at 2960 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, 30305.
There is still space available, so register now by going to the training page of our website, http://www.chezgroup.com/training.html
The cost for the full day is $125, a great investment to make in advancing your acting career There is a PayPal button for your convenience on the webpage. Please take advantage of this eight hour seminar to know that you are always putting your best professional foot forward!
We hope to see you soon. In the meantime, please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Sincerely,
Mary Ann
The Chez Group
2221 Peachtree Rd NE
Suite D, Box 335
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-771-1361 (C)
Crystal Carson – Los Angeles acting coach – www.crystalcarson.com – is coming to Atlanta November 18th!
“How do I book the roles that keep being ‘saved’ for the Los Angeles actors?!”
Film/Television Audition Technique Workshop – $75
Thursday, November 18 – 5pm-8pm
This popular workshop helps beginning and advanced actors book more and larger roles. Even though we may think we nailed our auditions and our agents and friends and teachers tell us we’re great…..we don’t always get called back. Often it is simply that we are not doing the things that look “right” in the eyes of producers/directors from LA. This short class will help all actors come across as professionally as the LA actors with whom they are being compared.
Watch a short (informal!) clip from Crystal’s last workshop in Atlanta: http://gallery.me.com/ashleycampbell#100616
To register: contact Ashley Campbell: campbal@charter.net for mailing address or PayPal option.
