The D-Word: Public Classifieds and Announcements

Sun 20 Feb 2005 •

Hi, my name is João Camacho. I'm a Musician and Composer from
Portugal, and I'm trying (hard) to enter this competitive world of
making music for Films, games, multimedia, and of course,
Documentaries.

Has all the documentaries I see have music, I think that this post
might have some interest to you.
The fact is, I'm here advertising my work and I hope I'm doing it in
the right place.

I have a website in the internet, where besides being able to listen
to all my demos, you can license, in a non exclusive basis, the ones
that you would like to see included in your production, in a simple,
fast and unexpensive way.

To see all tracks available, just visit the News page in my website,
or go directly to the Demos Page.

http://www.sonicdaze.com

Keep visiting Sonic Daze website in the next few weeks because new
tracks will be regularly posted, and remember that I am always
available to make custom exclusive tracks for your projects, (for a
small fee, of course

See you soon. Thank you.

Host

Doug Block

Sun 20 Feb 2005 •

Yes, this is the right place to advertise your work, João. Hope it
helps get the word out. Lots of luck.

Enthusiast

Jay Heyman

Mon 21 Feb 2005 •

Cinemar Films is currently developing a feature-length documentary entitled *The
Keymaster*. Award-winning director Mario Diaz (*Bazooka*) is leading a team of seasoned
professionals that includes Chris Seward, the editor of Michael Moore*s *Fahrenheit 9/11*.

The film tells the story of William Rodriguez, a janitor in the World Trade Center on
September 11th who had the only available master key to the north tower. He is credited
with helping save hundreds of people*s lives and directly rescuing 15 people. He was the
last person to escape the building alive.

William*s heroic efforts extended far past that fateful day. He became and continues to be
the leading voice for the Latino community affected by the events of 9/11. But as he
fought for the rights of others, his life suffered severely. He remained unemployed after
the attacks and spent his savings to survive, eventually getting evicted from his home. He
continued his advocacy work during the day while sleeping in his car at night. *The
Keymaster* chronicles the journey of a man who, like us, is only beginning to comprehend
the effects that devastating event has had on his life.

The film is intended for theatrical release and is being shot on High Definition video.
Cinemar Films has brought in Director of Photography Alan Jacobsen, who photographed
2004 Sundance winner *Wet Dreams and False images*. Principal photography is slated to
start in March 2005.

Please visit http://www.cinemar.com to view the trailer, film synopsis, picture gallery and
more. We are currently in the process of fundraising and would welcome any support
and/or comments.

Host

Doug Block

Mon 21 Feb 2005 •

sounds like a great project, jay. good luck.

Professional

Agnes Varnum

Tue 22 Feb 2005 •

Center for Social Media seeks administrative assistant The Senior
Administrative Assistant of the Center for Social Media
(www.centerforsocialmedia.org) at American University in Washington
DC will assist the director, assistant director and independent
project managers in execution of all administrative duties
pertaining to research projects, lectures, workshops and public
events. The Sr. Administrative Assistant will also assist with
maintaining and distribution of the department*s website, newsletter
and press release production. Other responsibilities will also
include purchasing duties, payment processing, travel arrangements
and budget tracking. Please send resume and cover letter to
careers@american.edu indicating your application for position #5427.

Enthusiast

Samantha Grant

Thu 24 Feb 2005 •

Documentary Interns Wanted!

AK Films is a small, New York City based production company currently
in production on a documentary about the 2004 presidential race. We
are looking for part-time and full-time interns to help out with this
exciting, high-profile, documentary film. This as of yet untitled
project is being put together by a small team of people including the
folks who did Control Room and Startup.com. The footage will
ultimately determine the narrative of the film, but we expect that the
film will be a personal look at the impact a presidential race has on
all the members of a candidate’s family.

We are at the point where we could use additional help with
transcribing, general administrative tasks, and perhaps logging and
digitizing. As we get to know our interns, the possibilities for
other kinds of work may arise. Although we cannot offer any pay at
this time, this self-starting intern will have the opportunity to
learn about all aspects of documentary post-production and will get a
great overall picture of the process of finishing a piece for
theatrical release. This is a great opportunity for someone starting
out in the world of documentary to meet some of the top folks working
in the field, as well as to be a part of a project about a historic
presidential race.

Requirements:
An ideal candidate would be a detail-oriented person who lives in NYC
and has at least 1 year of experience working in an office and/or as
part of a film production team. The minimum required commitment is 3
days a week, but we would prefer to find interns who can be available
full time. The positions would begin immediately and run through June,
possibly longer.

To apply, please send a cover letter and a recent copy of your resume
to ak_film@yahoo.com

Enthusiast

Andy Trimlett

Sun 6 Mar 2005 •

We will broadcast your documentary.

Alternate Focus announces a call for Middle East-related documentaries.

Alternate Focus (www.alternatefocus.org) is a non-profit organization
that broadcasts documentaries in the United States in San Diego, New
York, Boston, Fairfax, and Washington, D.C. If your documentary covers
the occupation of Iraq, the occupation of Palestine, peace movements,
the USA PATRIOT Act, or any other issues that relate to the Middle
East, we want to broadcast them on our weekly television programs. We
will also broadcast interviews with Middle East experts, peace
activists, politicians, and anyone else who can talk passionately
about Middle East issues.
Alternate Focus has previously broadcast Hidden Wars of Desert
Storm, Checkpoint, Children of Fire, In the Name of Security,
Jerusalem: An Occupation Set in Stone?, and many other compelling
documentaries that too few Americans get the opportunity to see. Noam
Chomsky, Scott Ritter, Chalmers Johnson, Jeff Halper, James Zogby, and
Hanan Ashrawi have all appeared on Alternate Focus. Amy Goodman, James
Goldsborough, and Bob Filner will appear in the coming weeks.

If you are interested in broadcasting your documentary, please email
me at altfocus@yahoo.com, or call us directly at 001 858-551-0191.

Host

Erica Ginsberg

Thu 10 Mar 2005 •

Docs in Progress returns this coming Monday, March 14 in Washington
DC. The program begins at 7:30 pm and will feature:

WASHINGTON DC: A BLUEGRASS CAPITOL, by G.T. Keplinger
A look at the Washington area's thriving bluegrass music scene.
Features interviews with local legends The Seldom Scene, among others.

CODE NAME: BUTTERFLIES by Cecilia Domeyko
A docu-drama about the Mirabal sisters who helped end the Rafael
Trujillo regime in the Dominican Republic.

Docs in Progress is a unique opportunity for mid-Atlantic
documentary filmmakers in that it gives them a chance to showcase
their works in progress to a diverse audience and get feedback to help
them get to the next stage of production. Does it help? See what
some in the DC film community (including many past participants) have
said: http://www.docsinprogress.org/testimonials.htm

Here's the lowdown on Monday:

Date: Monday, March 14, 2005
Time: 7:30-10:30 pm
Address: George Washington University Media and Public Affairs
Building, Jack Morton Auditorium (805 21st Street, NW Washington
DC). Closest Metro is Foggy Bottom. Parking on the street or in
nearby university public garages on I or H Streets.
Suggested Cost: $5 at the door. Cash only. No reservations required.

This program is sponsored by The Documentary Center of the George
Washington University (http://www.gwu.edu/doccenter) and coordinated
by the Docs in Progress organization.

More information: http://www.docsinprogress.org

Host

Erica Ginsberg

Mon 14 Mar 2005 •

Documentary producers and producer wannabees in the Washington DC
area may want to check out this Saturday's professional development
seminar sponsored by Women in Film and Video (both men and women are
welcome). More details at
<http://www.wifv.org/newsletter1058/newsletter_show.htm?doc_id=263695>

Host

Erica Ginsberg

Fri 18 Mar 2005 •

A documentary I produced entitled CRUCIBLE OF WAR will be screened
this coming Thursday, March 24 at 7:30 pm as one of two films of a
Human Rights Showcase being sponsored by Amnesty International. Both
I and the film's director, Leon Gerskovic, will be present to discuss
the film following the screening.

The film follows Gerskovic back to Croatia, Bosnia, and Serbia where
he meets with ordinary people who are trying to rebuild their lives
after the war has ended and media attention has shifted elsewhere.
It is being screened on the sixth anniversary of the start of the
NATO campaign in response to the humanitarian crisis in Kosovo.

This free screening will take place in the Wechsler Theater (Mary
Graydon Center -- Third Floor) on the main campus of American
University.

More details on the screening:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AIgroup211/.
More details on the film: http://www.crucibleofwar.com/

Professional

Anthony Gilmore

Wed 23 Mar 2005 •

Hello All!

It's great to finally be in a community of documentary filmmakers.
I am currently in post on a documentary about the Korean comfort
women of WWII. We have a broadcasting deal here in Seoul and hopes
that the film may travel the circuits. Check us out...I will be posting
several questions here since this is my first documentary. The "trailer"
on the webpage is in fact a rather old "demo reel" we used for funding
at the start. It will be changed out.

www.behindforgotteneyes.com

Please tell me what you think. And if you are great at structure and telling
a story please email me. anthony@namelessfilms.com I would even be
interested in working with a creative consultant on this one. It's too
importantto me.

Bests,
Anthony

Host

Ben Kempas

Thu 24 Mar 2005 •

Anthony, you are in our public D-Word Forum here. To join our private
community of documentary filmmakers, please follow the instructions at
www.d-word.com/community/join/ if you haven't already done so - see
you there!

The D-Word Community is located at {LINK NOT IMPORTED}.

Professional

Sanjna Singh

Tue 29 Mar 2005 •

I have a certificate for $2500 worth
of Kodak film stock (any). If there is anyone out there buying film
stock for their project, consider buying part of it from
me!! I will discount the certificate by $500! Selling for $2000! You
can buy a Canon Camcorder
with the money you save! thanks,
and good luck all with your projects. Contact
sanjnananaki@yahoo.com

Host

Ben Kempas

Fri 1 Apr 2005 •

Please mention your location when posting classifieds. Thanks!

Professional

Sanjna Singh

Fri 1 Apr 2005 •

Sorry! It is in NYC but the film can be shipped anywhere.

I have a certificate for $2500 worth
of Kodak film stock (any). Based in New York but film can be
shipped to any location.
If there is anyone out there buying film
stock for their project, consider buying part of it from
me!! I will discount the certificate by $500! Selling for $2000! You
can buy a Canon Camcorder
with the money you save! thanks,
and good luck all with your projects. Contact
sanjnananaki@yahoo.com

Professional

Mary Cuevas

Sat 2 Apr 2005 •

Hola Senores y Senoras,

If you know of any producers or philanthropists interested in
a project on human rights abuses in Colombia through the medium of
film, please send them my website and contact info.:) I have fiscal
sponsors who have 501 (c) non-profit status, therefore all donations
are tax deductible. And remember, April 15th is just around the
corner.:)

I have a new website with a future project link outlining our plans
to expand the short film, The Silent Scream, into a feature length
documentary. This is my new way of trying to find financing other
than the grant funding route.:)

I am attempting to network here folks.:) So please send any info my
way if you have time and feel inclined to help get this story told
through the medium of film. Mil gracias in advance for your time
and interest!!! Website: www.venturafilms.com
Mary

Host

Erica Ginsberg

Sun 3 Apr 2005 •

One comment, Mary. You might want to consider changing the title of
the film. There was a fairly well-known 1980s pro-life film by that
title which was very controversial because it showed an aborted fetus
and was aimed at being shown in American schools. You run the risk
of having the two films confused. Not that controversy can't be good
for publicity, but not for funding. Good luck!

Host

Marj Safinia

Thu 7 Apr 2005 •

SEEDS: Philadelphia International Film Festival Documentary Competition

Saturday April 16th, 5pm, Black Box at The Prince Sunday April 17th, 2.30pm, International House

For tickets and more information, go to http://www.phillyfests.com/pff/templates/film_details.cfm?id=4007

The filmmaker, Marjan Safinia will be in attendance.

Runner up, Audience Award - Palm Springs International Film Festival
Runner up, Audience Award - Cleveland International Film Festival
Opening Night Film - SilverDocs AFI/Discovery Documentary Festival
Official Selection of over 25 top US Film Festivals

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"..a spectacular film...truly impressive" Judy Woodruff, CNN

"SEEDS beautifully captures the difficult and inspiring journey of teenagers toward dialog and understanding with their traditional enemies. Adults can only aspire to such bravery." Michelle Pearl, Vice President, The Daniel Pearl Foundation

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SEEDS, an exceptional documentary, introduces us to ten courageous teenagers trying to accomplish what most adults can never bring themselves to do: sit down in peace to face their enemy. Every summer, kids from war-torn countries gather together for three life-changing weeks at the Seeds of Peace International Camp in Maine. Back home, it*s impossible to believe that a Palestinian can share a bunk, let alone a laugh or a hug, with an Israeli; unimaginable for an Indian to speak freely with a Pakistani; inconceivable for an American to gain insight into an Afghan. But in the woods of Maine, they share their dreams and fears and try to see beyond the prejudices that divide them.

Like a grown-up, harder-edged heir to the Academy Award nominated documentary Promises, SEEDS shows that coexistence, even temporary, is tough work, and often elusive. SEEDS intimately documents this difficult journey, where there are no superficial resolutions. At times, the teenagers seem more enlightened than their leaders, but after a year back at home*where the word peace has very little meaning*can they hold onto what they have learned? SEEDS sends a strong message of hope in a media landscape that is bursting with images of violence and intolerance.

In the words of one of the kids, "in order to make peace with your enemy, you have to go to war with yourself."

An excellent film to see with kids, and for families to see together. Uplifting, poignant and inspiring, this film is the perfect antidote to all the madness in our world.

Find out more about the film at www.seedsthemovie.com

Professional

Gwendolyn Dixon

Mon 18 Apr 2005 •

Hello,
I am a freelance Associate Producer/Researcher in NYC - with other
solid production skills as well, and have been working in the
documentary film industry for more than nine years. I hoped someone
in the D-community could offer me some advice about getting the word
out about me and my varied experience in the industry. I have worked
on a number of historical and current news documentary projects -
many that have gone on to win Peabody, Emmy, du-Pont Columbia and
Sundance awards. I am having a hard time currently locating work,
and know it's out there..just need to get some good advice about how
to best go about learning of opportunities and passing my resume
along.

Hope this was the correct place to post this. I need some career
advice!
Thanks very much! Immensely appreciated!

Host

Doug Block

Mon 18 Apr 2005 •

welcome, gwendolyn. i'm about to register your application to the
community (this is the public forum). the "classifieds" topic in
there is the better place to post this, so do it again once you sign
in there. (don't forget to say hi in the "introduce yourself" topic,
too).

Professional

Gwendolyn Dixon

Mon 18 Apr 2005 •

thanks, doug. i really appreciate the quick response. i hope you'll
have a nice week.

Professional

Sarah Brownrigg

Wed 20 Apr 2005 •

ayudante de dirección/production assistant needed - basque country, europe

Long shot coming up: anyone know of a production assistant / whizz-kid intern living in or around Gernika or Bilbao? (that's in the Basque Country...) We had one lined up but the arrangement has fallen through. Anyone! I'll take your abuela if she lives in Gernika and has a spare hour or two.

In the event of you actually knowing of someone please email me at: hola@uyarrafilms.co.uk and I shall try not to faint with pleasure

Professional

Hulda Gudnadottir

Thu 21 Apr 2005 •

Screening at Galapagos Art Space, Williamsburg, NY city.

A screening of the Icelandic feature length documentary
film The discreet charm of the bourgeoisie will be held
at Galapagos Art Space on Saturday the 23rd of April
at 7 PM. You are more than welcome to come.
The entrance is free.

The discreet charm is a documentary about shopping,
drinking and loving. The basic elements of
Reykjavik middle class life.
Production>Spiderspoon
Director>Hulda Ros Gudnadottir
Cinematography>Michal Polacek
Music>Funerals, Thorhallur Skulason, Unnur Andrea etc.

The screening is a collaboration of Galapagos Art Space and
Gallery Boreas, Williamsburg. Address> 70 N 6 street btw wythe
and kent. Subway> Bedford Avenue (L train).
www.galapagosartspace.com

Professional

Rhonda Moskowitz

Mon 9 May 2005 •

For Boston Filmmakers:

Administrative/Publicity Assistant for Small Educational Video
Distributor specializing in healthcare, mental health, and disability
issues. This full-time, long-term position offers a unique chance to
be involved in the business side of the documentary and educational
film world, in a collaborative, casual, yet professional office
environment. Candidate will need excellent communication and follow
up skills. Knowledge of MS Office software. Duties will include
customer service, research, database management, office and inventory
management. Previous administrative experience preferred; background
or interest in educational media,marketing, healthcare or related
issues a strong plus. 25K plus benefits including health and paid
vacations. No calls please. Mail, fax, or e-mail cover letter,
resume, and references to Fanlight Productions, ATTN: Human
Resources, 4196 Washington Street, Suite 2, Boston, MA 02131, Fax
(617) 469-3379, jobs@fanlight.com

Professional

Allison Berg

Mon 30 May 2005 •

*WITCHES IN EXILE premieres in New York City*
Saturday, June 4th at 5pm
Pioneer Theater - 155 East 3rd Street between Avenue A and B
Tel. 212-591-0434

Advance tickets for Saturday, June 4 at 5pm can be purchased at:
http://pioneertheater.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=29660

PLEASE buy tickets well in advance -- seating is extremely limited!

In person:
Allison Berg - Director/Producer
Frank Keraudren - Co-Producer/Editor
Andy Markham - Music

Kindly forward to your friends in the NYC area - thank you!

***

WITCHES IN EXILE

*Winner of the Special Jury Award at the 2004 SXSW Film Festival*

In Ghana, women accused of witchcraft are torn from their families and
banished to isolated "witch villages." This film follows accused
witches through their daily struggle to survive in the Kukuo Witches
Camp in Northern Ghana. As government agencies attempt to abolish
this age-old tradition, these women find themselves caught between
their society's deeply rooted beliefs and its drive toward
modernization. WITCHES IN EXILE captures a country at a dramatic and
emotional crossroads.

"stunning" - Chicago Reader

"A brilliant documentary... winner of SXSW's Special Jury Award for a
Documentary Feature, the film and its award are a testament to Berg's
skill as a filmmaker..."
- Laura Nathan, The Independent

"eye-opening" - Wendy Mitchell, Indiewire

"shocking and tragic... Witches in Exile is a remarkable example of
what can
happen when ignorance, poverty and superstition are allowed to fester"
- Merle Bertrand, Film Threat

"lucid and fascinating...Berg packs her vivid and compelling film with
solid detail"
- Robert Keser, Bright Lights Film Journal

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