NM Media Industry News

Documentary "Patagonia Rising" to Premiere Thursday in Silver City

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:10:00 +0000

SILVER CITY - The documentary "Patagonia Rising," which talks about a controversial proposal to construct a major hydroelectric dam in the Patagonia region of Chile, will be shown Thursday night at the Silco Theater.

The New Mexico premiere of the one-hour film documentary will feature Jonathan Leidich, field producer of the film and leading opponent of the dams, as a guest speaker. Leidich, owner and outfitter of Patagonia Adventure Expeditions in Chile, was responsible for the field logistics associated with both the "Patagonia Rising" documentary and "Power in the Pristine," a shorter companion film to be featured Sept. 17 at the Gila River Festival...

For more information, call Cheryl Leidich at (575) 534-0030.

•What: New Mexico premiere of "Patagonia Rising"
•When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday
•Where: Silco Theater, 311 Bullard St., downtown Silver City
•Cost: Free, but a $5 donation suggested for Patagonia Rising outreach efforts.
•Information: www.
adventurepatagonia.com or www.patagoniarising.com

More info at: http://www.scsun-news.com/ci_18794246

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Fwd: NM FILM OFFICE: (2) Internships Available

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 22:45:00 +0000

A Great opportunity from the NM Film Office!

Hello everyone!

The New Mexico Film Office is offering two (2) unpaid internships this semester. If you know anyone who may be interested in applying, please forward the below and have them contact us as soon as possible.

Cheers!
Trish

NM Film Office – 2011 Fall Semester Internship Opportunity

Guidelines:

Must be attending classes (part-time or full-time) at an accredited NM higher educational institution;
Must be 18 years of age or older;
Must obtain approval from higher educational intuition for hours of work and liability insurance – to be provided to the NM Film Office for the 2011 fall semester;
Must be capable of working 10-15 hours per week.

Primary Duties:

Front desk coverage / greeting visitors
Answering main phone line and general e-mails
Assisting with various administrative tasks (faxing, filing, copying, data entry, etc.)
Assisting with website, staff requests, and general inquires

Applications are being accepted now and we are looking to fill spots in August. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to trish@nmfilm.com for consideration. Interviews will begin immediately and the application process will close on Friday, August 26^th. More specific details pertaining to each internship will be discussed during the interview process.

The New Mexico Film Office is a state governmental agency under the NM Economics Development Department. You can learn more about our work, our staff and the state's film industry by visiting our website www.nmfilm.com. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. We take pride in offering a friendly, fun, and educational environment for all interns and employees. You are welcome to contact us with any questions at the e-mail address above.

Trish Lopez

NM Filmmakers Program Director | New Mexico Film Office

Facebook/Twitter: FilmNewMexico

Hear us on the radio: Sat @ 11am on 1260AM in Santa Fe | Sun @ 12 noon on 1350AM in ABQ & online at www.santafe.com

Film says hi-yo to Silver City

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:08:00 +0000

From the Silver City News Sun-News:

http://www.scsun-news.com/ci_18666659

Film says hi-yo to Silver City

SILVER CITY - Silver City residents are about to get a shot at their 15 minutes of fame.

Elizabeth Gabel, an extras casting director, has put out the call for extras for a major, big-budget Hollywood film being shot in the Silver City area in October. On her website, egcasting.com, the production is called "Silver Bullet," but Daniel Taras, owner of Crew New Mexico, an Albuquerque-based company that works with casting directors and helps connect New Mexico businesses with the film industry, said when films send out a casting call they usually use coded words.

"It provides some cover of privacy for the film," he said, "but it's usually not so abstract that you can't figure it out."

Other sources have reported that the film "Silver Bullet," is actually "The Lone Ranger," starring Johnny Depp and other high-profile actors, but Gabel wasn't saying.

"I cannot confirm that," she said Thursday. "I signed a nondisclosure agreement that states I can't reveal the name of the project, the studio, or the main actors."

But what Gabel could say was that the film is a western and is going to be a lot of fun to be involved with. She will be looking for 300 to 500 extras for the Silver City portion of the shoot, which is slated to begin in October and will run for about six weeks.

"This is a show that people are going to want to come to audition for," she said...

More at:
http://www.scsun-news.com/ci_18666659

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Game & Mobile Developers, ACE and more

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Fri, 13 May 2011 17:41:00 +0000

Hi again...

I hope the spring is treating everyone well.

A couple of topics/opportunities that might be of interest:

First, our Rio Grande IGDA chapter is putting together a booth for the upcoming Albuquerque Comic Expo - want to buy in?

Do you like comics? Do you make games? Would you like to be part of a booth to show off your games? Well the Rio Grande IGDA has you covered! This year we would like to have a booth to show off Albuquerque's Greatest Game Developers at the Albuquerque Comic Expo! If you'd like to get a spot contact Ryan Leonski either here on facebook or at ryan.leonski@gmail.com Please contact before Friday May 20th!

Second, the NM Tech Council is working with Santa Fe MIX, AIGA NM, the Santa Fe Complex and others to launch the region's first Mobile Apps Challenge and Jam to create mobile applications that will serve the Santa Fe and larger community. There are Thousands of $$$ and other prizes available for talented developers. Read more at http://www.mixsantafe.com/#/mix-challenge/2011/05/12/app-challenge/ and sign up for the jam at: http://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=1642921021

Have thoughts and suggestions about what you'd like to see? Share them at: http://bit.ly/l8vQtd

I'll send more over at the events list, so just a reminder here. First, the Tech Council's annual awards, conference and expo is coming on Friday June 3rd (more info at the link below).

Also coming soon are an NM Digital Media Forum in Santa Fe on June 17th (save the date), closely followed by the SIGGRAPH Summer in Santa Fe Meetup on Saturday the 18th.

Hope you have a great summer -- and to see you around soon!

Eric

NMTC Presents Tech-Ex 2011, our sixth annual Technology Excellence Awards, on June 3rd. Recognizing Innovation, Impact and Achievement in our tech community and working together for continued growth. Info a http://www.nmtcevents.org

Eric Renz-Whitmore
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Executive Director, NM Technology Council

"Growing Tech Business in New Mexico"
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NBC Filming Television Pilot "Reconstruction" in New Mexico

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 05:33:00 +0000

From the New Mexico Economic Development Department:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Angela Heisel
March 30, 2011 (505) 629-5148<tel:%28505%29%20629-5148>

Cabinet Secretary-designate Jon Barela Announces NBC Entertainment Filming Television Pilot Entitled "Reconstruction" in New Mexico

SANTA FE - Economic Development Department Cabinet Secretary-designate Jon Barela announced today that "Reconstruction," a television pilot produced by Universal Media Studios for NBC Entertainment, began filming in New Mexico Monday, March 21. Locations in and around the state are being used to represent post Civil War Missouri including Sena, Buena Vista, La Cienega, Galisteo, Chama and an area near Espanola.

The production will employ at least 125 New Mexico crew members and over 150 principal and background talent during the three weeks of filming. Open casting calls for background talent were held in Santa Fe and in Chama.

"Reconstruction" takes place during the aftermath of the Civil War and revolves around a soldier that crosses the country and settles into a complicated Missouri border town where he is welcomed as its savior – whether he likes it or not. The show stars Martin Henderson ("Off The Map"), Rachelle Lefevre ("Twilight," "Off The Map"), Claire Wellin ("Detroit 1-8-7"), Bill Sage ("Precious," "Nurse Jackie"), Emma Bell ("The Walking Dead"), Coburn Goss ("The Chicago Code"), Robert Knepper ("Prison Break") and Billy Brown ("Lights Out").

The production is executive produced and directed by Peter Horton ("Grey's Anatomy") along with writer and executive producer Joshua Brand ("Northern Exposure") and executive producer Aaron Kaplan. Anne Johns will serve as unit production manager, and Steve Saeta will line produce.

"Speaking on behalf of the staff and management of the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, we are thrilled to be part of NBC's pilot, 'Reconstruction.' This is a very exciting launch to the all new Cumbres and Toltec 2011 Season," said Nick Quintana, C&TSRR Spokesman. "We consider the upcoming year our comeback, better than ever, especially after last year's fire damaged Lobato Trestle, a major setback. This is certainly a boost for the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and also for the communities."

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Angela Heisel
Public Information Officer
New Mexico Economic Development Department
Office: (505) 827-0309<tel:%28505%29%20827-0309>
Cell: (505) 629-5148<tel:%28505%29%20629-5148>
www.goNM.biz<http://www.gonm.biz/>

NM FILM OFFICE: New Announcements

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 22:11:00 +0000

From Trish Lopez and the NM Filmmakers Program:

Greetings NM Filmmakers and Film Supporters,

After a long legislative session with enormous support for our local film community pouring in from around the state, we are gearing up for a new chapter and look forward to continuing our hard work on behalf of all New Mexicans. I would like to extend my deepest thanks to our steadfast leaders in the New Mexico film industry and to the local filmmakers who literally showed up every day of the session to seek the best possible outcome for our community. The hard work and energy you put forth is beyond measure.

Coming up, see below announcements from our NM Filmmakers Program, including the latest on our "NM Film Works" Radio show, now available online – and if you haven't already, check out the details and deadlines for the upcoming Screenwriters Lab from NALIP and the 7^th annual NM Filmmakers Showcase.

Here's to Spring!

Trish Lopez

"NM Film Works" Radio show is now online at santafe.com!

Click here to listen to our most recent program: http://www.santafe.com/articles/1260-ktrc-broadcast-from-3-19-2011 and visit santafe.com anytime to hear the current or past show as of 3/12/11. "NM Film Works" is on air Saturdays @ 11:00am on TALK 1260AM in Santa Fe; and Sundays @ 12:00 noon on 1350AM in ABQ. THIS WEEK: Keif Henley of the Guild Cinema talks about the upcoming NM FILMMAKERS SHOWCASE call for entries (deadline: April 15^th); NALIP talks about the upcoming SCREENWRITERS LAB taking place in New Mexico this spring (deadline: March 25^th) and Corona film liaison Denise Williams of Film Lincoln County is interviewed in our weekly segment with one film liaison from around the state.

MARCH 25th: Deadline for Entries: 2011 Writers Lab!

Do you have a great script you want to develop? Are you ready to take the next step on your career as a screenwriter? ANYONE CAN APPLY to participate in NALIP's inspiring, creative 10-day Latino Writers Lab program. This is for ALL WRITERS – not just Latino writers! Presented by HBO, this is a professional development intensive that will alter your writing process, inspire your current project, and nurture your unique voice as you develop a new feature screenplay.

Now in its ninth year, the Writers Lab offers top-level skills development as well as specific, one-on-one mentoring for your work-in-progress. It includes intimate professional lunches that provide you with invaluable information and important relationships for your career. This is not a program for beginning writers: you must have at least one complete screenplay under your belt, and hopefully additional skills study. But it is a great program to develop a treatment into a first draft, or a rough draft into something you can promote or sell. The program is taught in two parts: the first session takes place in Santa Fe, New Mexico, May 18 - 22. With the techniques and specific notes you will receive, we know that you will have great tools and ideas to rewrite your screenplay over the summer. The second session meets in Santa Monica, CA September 21-25, where the program will discuss scene structure and rewriting strategies using your own work, plus give you a new set of notes on your draft. The Latino Writers Lab application is available online here. The deadline is this Wednesday, March 25. Email your completed application to: LWL2011@nalip.org. Call Carlos or Octavio with questions: 310-395-8880. Visit the Latino Writers Lab page for more details!

For more information about our 2011 NM Filmmakers Showcase and other recent announcements, visit us at www.nmfilm.com.

Trish Lopez

NM Filmmakers Program Director | NM Film Office

Santa Fe University of Art and Design

1600 Saint Michael's Drive | Santa Fe, NM 87505

(505) 476-5611 | www.nmfilm.com

Follow us on Facebook under "FilmNewMexico" | Hear us on the radio at "NM Film Works" : Saturdays at 11:00a on 1260AM in Santa Fe | Sundays at 12 noon on 1350AM in ABQ

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Fwd: Governor Bill Richardson and Marvel Studios Announce Largest Movie Production in New Mexico History

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 23:57:00 +0000

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Subject: Governor Bill Richardson and Marvel Studios Announce Largest Movie Production in New Mexico History

For immediate release                           Contacts: New Mexico Film Office (505) 476-5600

December 22, 2010                                             Marvel Studios: Melissa Zukerman Melissa@pcommgroup.com

Governor Bill Richardson and Marvel Studios Announce Largest Movie Production in New Mexico History

Marvel Studios will shoot ensemble comic book Super Hero film

THE AVENGERS in New Mexico

SANTA FE, NM—Governor Bill Richardson and Marvel Studios' Co-President Louis D'Esposito announced that Marvel Studios will film the comic book Super Hero adventure film THE AVENGERS primarily in New Mexico. The production will be the largest feature film ever made in the state as well as the largest Marvel production to date. The film is estimated to employ hundreds of New Mexican based cast and crew, and use hundreds of local service and supply vendors.   Pre-production is already underway, with principal photography scheduled to start in April 2011 and running through September, 2011.

"In addition to being our biggest production to date, THE AVENGERS will be the most technologically advanced and will provide cutting-edge training opportunities for our crew," said Richardson. "I'm announcing this as a Christmas present of sorts to the people of New Mexico. This is a perfect example of the incredible job creation, economic impact and global visibility this industry has brought our state over the past eight years, and of the need to keep it moving forward."

"We are incredibly excited to be returning to New Mexico with THE AVENGERS. We had a terrific experience shooting portions of THOR in the Land of Enchantment and we are looking forward to making New Mexico even more of a home on our next production. THE AVENGERS is our biggest film to date and New Mexico is the right place for us to shoot the film," said Louis D'Esposito, Co-President, Marvel Studios.

"We welcome THE AVENGERS to Albuquerque and look forward to hosting Marvel Studios over the coming year," said Albuquerque Mayor Richard Berry. "Clearly, Albuquerque remains a premiere city in the U.S. for production."

The production will occupy the available stages at Albuquerque Studios for the better part of a year in addition to considerable location work in regions still to be announced. Parts of the film will also be shot in New York and Michigan.

In May 2012, Earth's Mightiest Heroes unite for the Super Hero team up of a lifetime. Iron Man, The Hulk, Captain America and Thor assemble in the spectacular summer film event "Marvel Studios' THE AVENGERS," starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, Scarlett Johansson, Clark Gregg and Samuel L. Jackson. Marvel Studios' THE AVENGERS is based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series The Avengers, first published in 1963 and a comics institution ever since.

Joss Whedon is set to write and direct THE AVENGERS. Kevin Feige is the Producer alongside Executive Producers Jon Favreau, Louis D'Esposito, Alan Fine, Stan Lee and Patty Whitcher and Co-Producers Jeremy Latcham and Victoria Alonso.

A New Mexico connection to Marvel Super Heroes was first glimpsed in the plot of IRON MAN 2, when Thor's hammer was believed to have been discovered in the state. Marvel also filmed a large portion of the feature film THOR in New Mexico earlier this year. THOR is scheduled to be released in May, 2011.

Since Governor Richardson took office in 2003, more than 150 major film and television productions have been made in New Mexico, with an estimated economic impact of almost $4 billion. There are 10,000 direct and indirect film-related jobs in the state, and more than 250 businesses and services directly related to the industry, with thousands more providing support goods and services.

Visit the New Mexico Film Office online at www.nmfilm.com, as well as on Facebook & Twitter

About Marvel Entertainment

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing. For more information visit www.marvel.com.

© 2010 MVL Film Finance LLC. TM & © 2010 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. Super Hero(es) is a co-owned registered trademark.

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Alarie Ray-Garcia

Communications Director

Office of New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson

State Capitol, Suite 400

Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501

Office:505-476-2248

Cell:505-231-7350

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(Ideum) "Open Exhibits" is Funded by NSF!

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:54:00 +0000

FANTASTIC NEWS from our friends at Ideum!

We're already aware that they're among many here in New Mexico doing truly world class work, and this new project opens the door to other interactive developers who aspire to do the same -- and hopefully share some of the culture and innovation New Mexico has to offer.

Open Exhibits is Underway!

It is official! Ideum has received a major, $1.78M grant from the National Science Foundation to fund a three-year exhibit software initiative, Open Exhibits. The project will release a suite of open source multitouch-enabled exhibit modules and templates with the goal of transforming the way in which museum professionals develop interactive computer-based exhibits for use in museums.

Learn more on the Open Exhibits website.

Connect with Open Exhibits

Stay in touch with us as we begin this major three-year initiative! Please follow us on Twitter and encourage your followers to do the same! You can also join us on Facebook, Flickr , and YouTube.

Ideum is an Official HP Partner

Ideum has joined forces with HP to offer more integrated solutions. Our TouchStand kiosks now come with HP 9100 TouchSmarts and a three-year service warranty. Later this year we will be integrating HP computers into our multitouch table.

Learn more about TouchStands

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NMSU-Grants Campus Awarded Film $

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:29:00 +0000

From the Grants Cibola Beacon:

Grants campus awarded film money
GOVERNOR RICHARDSON VISITS NMSU-GRANTS

By Sophia Tripodi
Beacon Correspondent
Published Monday, September 13, 2010 4:22 PM MDT

GRANTS - Governor Bill Richardson visited NMSU-Grants on Sept 9 to announce that the school's creative media program would be receiving $100,000. The funds will be put towards the general expansion of the program, including the purchase of additional film and digital media equipment, as well as to provide outreach to rural communities and high schools.

"Digital media is the future," Governor Richardson said, "I want to make sure young people, and people continuing their education, see the opportunities in the film and media industry."

The New Mexico Film Office provides a hub of resources and training for individuals throughout the state who are interested in pursuing careers in the film and television industry. Governor Richardson's initiative and support of film and media is focused on creating jobs and opportunities for New Mexico residents and businesses and, hopefully, bringing extra revenue into the state. By providing funds to colleges and universities, the students have the resources necessary to acquire and develop the skills to compete in this universal market.

"I want to make sure Grants and rural areas are not forgotten," Richardson said, "Grants is a small town and small town values are important. This is truly hands on learning that benefits the students, community and entire state."

Doug Bocaz-Larson, the professor in charge of the program at NMSU-Grants said, "It's really the students who have the passion. I couldn't have done this without the students."

Bocaz-Larson talked about the growth of the program over the years, having started out as a small theatre group and grown right along with the worldwide film and media industry into what it is now.

With the dedication of Bocaz-Larson and his students, many opportunities have already been created at NMSU-Grants. The campus currently offers certification in Digital Film Technology, as well as various other chances for students to gain experience in film and media within their community through direct hands-on learning. It is hope the funds will help provide the resources to develop the program even further, Bocaz-Larson said.

In closing, Governor Richardson said, "NMSU-Grants is one of the first programs being funded and probably one of the best. What you have done here with the creative media program is impressive. .."

PRESS RELEASE: Governor Praises Emmy-Winning NM Productions and Actors

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:44:00 +0000

From the NM Film Office:

For immediate release Contact: Pahl Shipley, NM Film Office

August 30, 2010 (505) 476-5613

Governor Bill Richardson Praises Emmy-Winning

New Mexico Productions and Actors

Bryan Cranston earns third straight Emmy for "Breaking Bad",

New Mexico's Neil Patrick Harris wins two

SANTA FE-Governor Bill Richardson today praised actors Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Neil Patrick Harris for receiving Primetime Emmy Awards last night. Cranston, the star of "Breaking Bad", the AMC series shot in Albuquerque, won his third-straight Emmy for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series. Paul co-stars with Cranston on the show and received the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

"'Breaking Bad' is a phenomenal show that has become a symbol of the high quality productions that are made in New Mexico," said Governor Richardson. "I congratulate Bryan, Aaron, and the entire cast and crew, especially the many New Mexicans involved with the production. I also want to recognize the writers, producers, and directors of the show, as well as AMC for creating and supporting 'Breaking Bad.'"

Neil Patrick Harris, a New Mexico native, received two Emmy Awards- for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his appearance on the hit Fox series "Glee," and for his role as host of the 2009 Tony Awards broadcast which was named Outstanding Special Class Program.

"I am pleased that Neil is being recognized for his amazing talent and versatility," added the Governor. "But first and foremost he's a proud New Mexican and a tremendous advocate of the state's film industry."

Made-in-New Mexico productions and New Mexico Actors received a total of 17 Primetime Emmy nominations for 2010:

"Breaking Bad"

Outstanding Drama Series

Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series: Bryan Cranston WON

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Aaron Paul WON

Outstanding Cinematography for a One-hour Series

Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series

Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing

"Georgia O'Keeffe"

Outstanding Made for Television Movie

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Mini-Series or Movie: Joan Allen

Outstanding Art Direction for a Mini-Series, Movie, or Special

Outstanding Casting for a Mini-Series, Movie, or Special

Outstanding Costumes for a Mini-Series, Movie, or Special

Outstanding Directing for a Mini-Series, Movie, or Special

Outstanding Hairstyling for a Mini-series, Movie, or Special

Neil Patrick Harris (New Mexico native)

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series: "How I Met Your Mother"

Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series: "Glee" WON

Outstanding Special Class Program (host): The 2009 Tony Awards WON

Jesse Tyler Ferguson (New Mexico native)

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series: "Modern Family"

Since Governor Richardson took office in 2003 more than 141 major film and television productions have been made in New Mexico, with an estimated economic impact of more than $3.3 billion. There are 10,000 direct and indirect film-related jobs in the state, and more than 250 businesses and services directly related to the industry.

www.nmfilm.com

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Dragonslayer Signs with Screen Media!

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:16:00 +0000

From Jesse Herron at the INDIE Q list:

Adventures of a Teenage Dragonslayer Newsletter	August 18, 2010

Dear Ann,
This week our little movie has taken a big leap forward in the process of getting out to the world.

This is a public email. We see no reason why you shouldn't forward it to everybody you have ever met.

1. Dragonslayer Signs With Screen Media!

"Adventures of a Teenage Dragonslayer" has been picked up for domestic distribution by Screen Media, a robust and successful distribution organization. Their full company information can be accessed by visiting their website but we're not shy in saying that we are extremely excited about this distribution deal. Screen Media's home video label is well known throughout the industry, with Universal Studios Home Entertainment being their primary distributor. In addition, Screen Media licenses programming to basic and pay cable outlets including HBO, Showtime, Starz, Turner, Lifetime, A&E, Encore, Sci-Fi Channel, Court TV, Hallmark, and U.S.A. Networks.

Soon, "Adventures of a Teenage Dragonslayer" will be available on DVD, Blu-Ray, and television all over the country!

2. The Country? Try the World!

Screen Media has purchased the rights to distribution in the North American territories of the U.S. and Canada. Previously, Strategic Film Partners purchased the rights to all other territories.

The way it works is that for film distribution purposes, the foreign territories are divided into 35 pieces, and those rights get sold one at a time. SFP is the agent that sells those rights to foreign distributors.

It takes some time, but the headline above is true. This is a movie that will play the world over.

3. What's Next?

Well, we don't know all the answers to that yet. Screen Media has guaranteed a DVD street date of February 28, 2011 or before. So, we know you'll be able to buy the DVD by then.

Now that the deal is finalized and information is open to the public, we'll be free to send more updates on a regular basis. We'll let you know where it's going to play and be for sale, and how you can go about buying copies for all of your friends. And all of your enemies.

At this point, it's all about sales for us. We believe in our movie, and what we know is that the audience it was made for--children ages 6 to 12--love it. It's the best movie they've ever seen. All we have to do is make sure they know it's there.

Please let your friends now that the best way to receive updates is to sign up on our site. It's free and the whole thing takes 30 seconds to do.

4. A Personal Note From Ryil

I just want to take a moment to congratulate everybody who worked on, invested in, or supported this movie. No movie is perfect, and though this one turned out to be very good, it's not perfect either. Frankly, the distribution it's going to get is what it deserves: worldwide DVD and television, but not a large theatrical release like the one for "Harry Potter" or something.

I want to be clear though: this type of success doesn't happen to most movies like ours. There are a lot of movies being made like this, funded in living rooms and out of retirement accounts, shot on borrowed equipment and with a pound of flesh from free labor, edited in spare bedrooms on home computers. There are not a lot of those movies that succeed; most of them never really get seen. You're already more successful than 99% of the movies like this in the history of world, and that's not made up math.

We always felt like we had two promises to keep. First, we'd do what we could to make sure that all the free labor meant something, that this wouldn't be just one more movie that died before it got shown. Second, we'd do what we could to turn a profit for the people who helped us out with, well, cash. We're not finished on either account, but things sure are looking up.

As always, thanks for your support.

Sincerely,

Ryil Adamson
Adventures of a Teenage Dragonslayer

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KNME General Manager Polly Anderson to Chair National Educational Telecommunications Association Board and Named to the Board of Native American Public Telecommunicaitons, Inc.

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 23:10:00 +0000

August 16, 2010
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For Immediate Release:

August 16, 2010
Contact: Jessica Kinser
(402) 472-8607, jkinser2@unl.edu [mailto:jkinser2@unl.edu]

KNME General Manager Polly Anderson to Chair National Educational Telecommunications
Association Board and Named to the Board of Native American Public Telecommunications,
Inc.

(Albuquerque, New Mexico)--KNME, public television for Albuquerque/Santa Fe, northern
and central New Mexico has announced that General Manager and CEO Polly Anderson
has been elected Chair of the National Educational Television Association (NETA).
The new six-person board was introduced at the organization's summer meeting held
in Albuquerque in July. Anderson will serve as chair for Fiscal Year 2011.
Based in Columbia, South Carolina, NETA is a professional association that serves
public television licensees and educational entities in all 50 states, the District
of Columbia, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, by providing quality program content,
educational resources, professional development, management support and national
representation.
"Our members all face 'interesting times,' and the most important role of a membership
organization is to support the work of each member in their communities," said NETA
president Skip Hinton. "Our ability to do this is always dependent on the strength
of our leadership. Once again, the NETA membership has selected a very strong team
to lead this association."
Anderson commented on the energy and momentum generated at the meeting, saying,
"It's an exciting time to work with public media communities and colleagues across
the country. There are many new challenges and opportunities facing us now. Social
media and new technology, as well as shifting media habits, are changing the landscape
of our industry." She added, "I'm looking forward to assisting NETA in its mission
to continue to help connect and support people in public media."
Anderson was also recently named to serve an unexpired term on the board of Native
American Public Telecommunications, Inc. [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103618410969&s=10793&e=001wlf6BHAzN9vGf7g0-c0qUwNV2r5VNN_1HWpNSkHgWX2syPL54ZEqpgi3WFyyDIr8coBRiMhGroM0k0vZj7ppVB_LGactGFDiabD34qxGWrxZ0ussYFnCDWsVSLjPdiGp]
(NAPT) and will be up for reelection this fall.
Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the mission of NAPT is to "serve Native producers and
Indian country in partnership with public television and radio. NAPT works with
Native producers to develop, produce and distribute educational telecommunications
programs for all media including public television and public radio. NAPT supports
training to increase the number of American Indians and Alaska Natives producing
quality public media programs, which includes advocacy efforts promoting increased
control and use of information technologies and the policies to support this control
by American Indians and Alaska Natives."
Says NAPT Executive Director Shirley K. Sneve, "Because of the rich Native American
cultures represented by KNME's coverage area, we are happy that Polly can help us
deepen our relationships in the Southwest region."

Native American Public Telecommunications, Inc. [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103618410969&s=10793&e=001wlf6BHAzN9vGf7g0-c0qUwNV2r5VNN_1HWpNSkHgWX2syPL54ZEqpgi3WFyyDIr8coBRiMhGroM0k0vZj7ppVB_LGactGFDiabD34qxGWrxZ0ussYFnCDWsVSLjPdiGp]
(NAPT) shares Native stories with the world through support of the creation, promotion
and distribution of Native media. Founded in 1977, through various media-public
television, public radio and the Internet-NAPT brings awareness of Indian and Alaska
Native issues. NAPT operates the AIROS Native Network [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103618410969&s=10793&e=001wlf6BHAzN9v2v_ww7ddPU0oPsw6gM3w49-OXekwSMxaTE9uPKCbLzluJlhsVJMGu8cK-_Wks3jONiGxwB2r3xgAqJL8tEhefKPmdod-NQQwlJdh6WUGXwRZfYgZ1ak-j],
a 24/7 Internet radio station that features music, news, interviews, documentaries
and audio theater. AIROS also features downloadable podcasts with Native filmmakers,
musicians and Tribal leaders. VisionMaker Video [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103618410969&s=10793&e=001wlf6BHAzN9toat0zocFHeX0L8iiSnxenlHu3b0J2-RuR-kB3yG2BZ8NeKu1YRBx4jJuAwJVvlmDdqbO-WnFXlILUgY4vQgaSry2dTuzkdaFh8cUh6IE0XZcMFvZVE6TTc9-KwEAN3qcaFpZoxJJ78ID1VDibog4s]
is the premier source for quality Native American educational and home videos. All
aspects of our programs encourage the involvement of young people to learn more
about careers in the media-to be the next generation of storytellers. NAPT is located
at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. NAPT offers student employment, internships
and fellowships. Reaching the general public and the global market is the ultimate
goal for the dissemination of Native-produced media.

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Governor Bill Richardson and Mayors Swisstack and Berry Welcome DreamWorks Studios Production of Fright Night to New Mexico

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:57:00 +0000

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Pahl Shipley

July 28, 2010 New Mexico Film Office (505) 476-5600

Governor Bill Richardson and Mayors Swisstack and Berry Welcome DreamWorks Studios Production of Fright Night to New Mexico

Remake of 1985 horror/comedy classic features all-star cast

SANTA FE -- Governor Bill Richardson, Albuquerque Mayor Richard Berry, and Rio Rancho Mayor Tom Swisstack today welcomed the production team of the horror/comedy film Fright Night to New Mexico. The movie is a production of DreamWorks Studios, in association with Gaeta Rosenzweig Films and Michael De Luca Productions. Filming is underway in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque and will continue until October. The production is expected to employ approximately 175 New Mexico cast and crew.

"New Mexico's talented and experienced crew base, versatile and beautiful locations, and state-of-the-art facilities mean that the state can host virtually any genre or kind of production, including vampire films," said Governor Richardson. "I am pleased that DreamWorks is back in New Mexico and we value our relationship."

"Rio Rancho welcomes the cast and crew of this film production, which will be one of the largest and most extensive to ever take place in our community," said Mayor Tom Swisstack. "Rio Rancho hotels and restaurants will benefit from increased business due to this project, and this is a result of Governor Richardson's efforts to promote the film industry in our state and the positive impacts it can bring to local communities."

"Fright Night will shoot in Albuquerque for 10 weeks," said Mayor Richard J. Berry. "That's 10 weeks of spending. That's 10 weeks of New Mexicans at work. And that's 10 weeks our folks get to make Hollywood stars feel right at home here in Albuquerque."

Fright Night is a remake of the 1985 cult classic of the same name that starred Chris Sarandon and Roddy McDowell. It tells the story of a teen-aged boy who is convinced his neighbor is a vampire.

The film stars Colin Farrell, Toni Collette, Anton Yelchin, and Christopher Mintz-Plasse. It's directed by Craig Gillespie, and produced by Michael De Luca and Alison R. Rosenzweig with executive producers Ray Angelic, Lloyd Ivan Miller, Michael Gaeta and Josh Bratman. Marti Noxon wrote the screenplay.

Since Governor Richardson took office in 2003, more than 141 major film and television productions have been made in New Mexico, with an estimated economic impact of more than $3 billion. There are 10,000 direct and indirect film-related jobs in the state, and more than 250 businesses and services directly related to the industry.

Visit the New Mexico Film Office online at www.nmfilm.com, as well as on Facebook & Twitter.

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NYT on "Spoken Word"

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:05:00 +0000

Nice write-up in the New York Times today on the NM-shot "Spoken Word".

We do seem to have a good track record with small-ish films -- congrats to all the locals who worked on the piece!

The Difficulties of Escaping the Past
By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS

Published: July 22, 2010
Characters with painful pasts and fertile minds lead the all-too-few films of Victor Nuñez, a director whose skill with actors is second only to his ability to ground them in their respective milieus. As the runaway housewife searching for a better life in "Ruby in Paradise," Ashley Judd was never more luminous, while Peter Fonda's affecting performance in "Ulee's Gold" relied on a pulsing intelligence largely ignored by his previous directors.

For the rest of the review, visit http://movies.nytimes.com/2010/07/23/movies/23spoken.html?nl=movies&emc=mua3

NM Filmmakers Showcase; Expanded Program in Carslbad

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:49:00 +0000

From the Carlsbad Current-Argus:

NMSU-C showing NM Filmmakers Showcase films

By Valerie Cranston

Current-Argus Staff Writer
Posted: 07/01/2010 09:06:07 PM MDT

CARLSBAD — Filmmaking is making its mark in Carlsbad and in New Mexico.
The New Mexico Filmmakers Showcase is an annual event that takes place in May in Albuquerque. The showcase, initiated by Gov. Bill Richardson, was designed as a way to give New Mexico writers and directors an opportunity to submit their original films and have them screened for the public.
According to a press release from the New Mexico Film Office, each showcase is open to all New Mexicans at no cost. The showcase tour of the films is to present the winning films around the state. This year's six winning films will be shown in local theatres in Carlsbad, Ruidoso, Socorro, Grants, Las Cruces and Valencia County.
In Carlsbad, the six-film showcase will be from 3-7 p.m., Tuesday, July 13, in room 153 of the Instructional Building at New Mexico State University-Carlsbad.
Cynthia Niedland, instructor for the digital media production program at NMSU-C, said what's important is that these are films made by New Mexico filmmakers.
"You can see what they are producing and what is making it into the showcase," she said. "It shows perspective students that we have a program and the state supports filmmaking."
Niedland is as excited about the film showcase and panel discussion as she was about Gov. Richardson making a trip to Carlsbad in mid June to announce the film training program funding three New Mexico schools. NMSU-C was one of the schools, along with Luna Community College and Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell.
"Gov. Richardson gave us $100,000 and that is big news for Carlsbad and the university," Niedland said. "He came down personally to give a speech and announce the funding. It was because of our film program."
The major goals of Richardson's focus on the film industry has been to create jobs for New Mexicans, create significant revenue for New Mexico and to provide training and support for citizens to help build a sustainable, qualified workforce for the future.
"The $100,000 will go to purchase equipment for the film program, and I'm happy to have it. I go to meetings and get involved in Santa Fe with the New Mexico Film Office. I got his attention and somehow came up on the radar. They know what I'm doing down here with the program because I talk to them about it," she added.
The funding will allow the fledgling program at NMSU-C to reach more students and to teach them the practical skills necessary to get hired on a film or television production, she explained.
The panel discussion and question and answer portion of the showcase is important because those interested can find out how to become a filmmaker, learn about the New Mexico filmmaker's program and understand how the state supports filmmakers. It will be held before the film showcase.
The panel will include Niedland along with James Airhart, a fellow filmmaker and instructor. Others on the panel are Melissa Gish, film historian and screenplay instructor; Shannon Lark, filmmaker, writer, director and actress; Jeff Campbell, Eddy County film liaison; Alan Trever, Roswell producer; and Trish Lopez, director of New Mexico Filmmakers program.
"It's important to come to the panel discussion and ask questions if you're interested in filmmaking," she said.
Niedland wanted to remind the community that the filmmaking project she will co-direct with Shannon Lark will take place in mid to late October. The film, "A Beautiful Persuasion," was written by Lark. The project has Emmy-nominated cinematographer Cira Felina Bolla on board. Bolla worked on the television show "House" starring Hugh Laurie.
"We're going to be on the map as filmmakers here, and we're really starting to make filmmaking happen here in Carlsbad," Niedland said.

More at: http://www.currentargus.com/ci_15425094?source=most_emailed

Governor Richardson Congratulates NM Productions & Actors for Primetime Emmy Nominations

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:46:00 +0000

From the NM Film Office:

For immediate release Contact: Pahl Shipley, NM Film Office

July 8, 2010 (505) 476-5613

Governor Bill Richardson Congratulates

New Mexico Productions and Actors for

Primetime Emmy Nominations

"Breaking Bad" star Bryan Cranston receives third straight best actor nomination

SANTA FE-Governor Bill Richardson today offered his congratulations to those responsible for two made-in-New Mexico television productions that received a combined 13 Primetime Emmy Award nominations, which were announced this morning. "Breaking Bad", the AMC series shot in Albuquerque, received 6 nominations while the made-for-television movie "Georgia O'Keeffe" garnered 7 nominations. The Governor also praised actors Neil Patrick Harris and Jesse Tyler Ferguson, both from Albuquerque, for receiving nominations.

"I am proud that productions created with New Mexico's outstanding talent, experienced crew, and unparalleled locations continue to be recognized as among the industry's best," said Governor Bill Richardson. "And as important as the quality of work is the fact that the industry means jobs for New Mexicans and revenue for the state."

Bryan Cranston, the star of "Breaking Bad," received his third consecutive nomination for best Actor in a Drama Series. Cranston has won the Emmy the past two years. The series has been renewed for a fourth season.

Here are the nominations for New Mexico productions and actors:

"Breaking Bad"

Best Drama Series

Best Actor-Drama: Bryan Cranston

Best Supporting Actor-Drama: Aaron Paul

Best Cinematography for a one-hour series

Best Directing for a drama series

Best Single-Camera Picture Editing

"Georgia O'Keeffe"

Best TV Movie

Best Lead Actress in a miniseries or movie: Joan Allen

Best Art Direction

Best Casting

Best Costumes for a miniseries, movie, or special

Best Directing for a miniseries, movie, or special

Best Hairstyling for a miniseries or movie

Neil Patrick Harris

Best Supporting Actor in a comedy: "How I Met Your Mother"

Best Guest Actor in a comedy series: "Glee"

Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy: "Modern Family"

Since Governor Richardson took office in 2003 more than 140 major film and television productions have been made in New Mexico, with an estimated economic impact of more than $3-billion. There are 10,000 direct and indirect film-related jobs in the state, and more than 250 businesses and services directly related to the industry.

www.nmfilm.com

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Pahl Shipley

Head of Publicity and Media Relations

New Mexico Film Office

418 Montezuma Avenue

Santa Fe, NM 87501

505.476.5613 direct

www.nmfilm.com

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Governor Responds to Candidates' Comments on Film Incentives

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 20:08:00 +0000

From NMPolitics.net (Heath Haussamen on N.M. Politics):

Guv responds to candidates’ views on film incentives
By Heath Haussamen • 7/02/10, 11:47 am

A day after both candidates seeking to replace him commented publicly on the state’s film incentive program, Gov. Bill Richardson wants to clarify a few points.

Here’s the statement I received today from Eric Witt, the governor’s advisor on film and media industries:

“We are pleased that both gubernatorial candidates recognize the success of the film industry in New Mexico and its growing importance to a broad spectrum of our economy. Two points of clarification should be made regarding the post. First, the current administration has been entirely consistent regarding data on the economic impact and job growth attributable to the state’s film industry. Rather, it is a group of critics of the film industry who do not and cannot seem to offer consistent or even supportable empirical evidence of the industry’s effect to back their critiques; they’re all over the place in terms of “data,” which is not surprising given that their opposition is largely political in nature, and not reflective of the actual underlying economics.
“Second, other commonly cited so-called “studies” of the state’s film industry are fundamentally incomparable to the Ernst & Young study in terms of scope, methodology, and applicability to New Mexico’s specific (and unique) incentive structure. I laid this out in a recent piece published in the Albuquerque Journal, which can be found here: http://www.abqjournal.com/biz/1441727biz06-14-10.htm.
“Thank you for the opportunity to clarify these important distinctions as the campaign season moves forward.”
Read the gubernatorial candidates’ thoughts here. For more on the debate about the film incentives, click here, here and here.

Follow the story at: http://www.nmpolitics.net/index/2010/07/guv-responds-to-candidates%E2%80%99-views-on-film-incentives/

Governor and Mayor Berry Announce CBS & Hallmark Hall of Fame Will Shoot Let Them Shine in Albuquerque

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:41:00 +0000

From the New Mexico Film Office:

For immediate release Media Contacts: Pahl Shipley, NM Film Office 505.476.5613

June 29, 2010 Ellen Nesselrode Jasa, Hallmark 816.274.8099

Governor Bill Richardson & Mayor Richard Berry Announce CBS & Hallmark Hall of Fame Will Shoot

Let Them Shine in Albuquerque

SANTA FE-Governor Bill Richardson and Albuquerque Mayor Richard Berry today announced that Let Them Shine, a CBS and Hallmark Hall of Fame production, will shoot in the Albuquerque area through the end of July. The production is expected to hire up to 150 New Mexico crew, as well as approximately 25 local cast members and as many as 600 local background talent.

"We are proud that CBS and Hallmark chose New Mexico for this major production," said Governor Richardson. "The film and television industry continues to create jobs and bring significant revenue into the state even while other sectors of the economy are not."

"This is an exciting opportunity for Albuquerque," said Mayor Richard J. Berry. "Our city really has become the world's friendliest place to make movies. We welcome Hallmark with open arms."

Let Them Shine, based on the memoir "Nobody Don't Love Nobody" by Stacey Bess, is a story about a young teacher who gets her first teaching job and finds it's not what she expected. Rather than a comfortable class, she is assigned to the School with No Name, a classroom in a community homeless shelter. As she fights her own fears and prejudices, she begins to examine the lives of the underprivileged children she teaches. What she finds are a group of children and their parents that are all in need of hope and love.

The movie stars Emily Vancamp as Stacey Bess. Other roles are still being cast.

Let Them Shine is directed by Jeff Bleckner, with executive producers Brent Shields and Gerald R. Molen. It is being produced by Andrew Gottlieb with co-producer Cameron Johann and coordinating producer Shawn McClaren. The screenplay was written by Camille Thomasson.

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Alarie Ray-Garcia

Communications Director

Office of New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson

State Capitol, Suite 400

Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501

Office:505-476-2248

Cell:505-231-7350

NMBW: Gubernatorial Candidates & the Film Industry

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 17:00:00 +0000

From the New Mexico Business Weekly:

Denish, Martinez differ a little on future of New Mexico film industry - New Mexico Business Weekly
New Mexico Business Weekly - by Megan Kamerick NMBW Staff

Read more: Denish, Martinez differ a little on future of New Mexico film industry - New Mexico Business Weekly

At a recent conference on film financing and distribution, there was a distinct sense that an era was coming to an end in the New Mexico film industry with the departure of Gov. Bill Richardson at year's end.
Most of the state's film incentives were set up under former Governor Gary Johnson, but many in the industry in New Mexico credit Richardson with pushing the incentives aggressively and wooing more production here.
So those with businesses serving that industry are eager to know the position of the gubernatorial candidates.
...
Lt. Gov. Diane Denish, the Democratic candidate, said the film industry has been a powerful job creator. State officials put that number at more than 10,000.
"I want to work with the industry and the Legislature to continue to provide sustainable, accountable incentives," she said.
Denish said it's also important to build up post-production here. Much of that still goes back to Los Angeles or other production centers.
She acknowledged that there have been at least two studies on the return on investment on the incentives that came to different conclusions.
"But I think we have basically done things right in New Mexico," Denish said.
...
Susana Martinez, the Republican candidate for governor, submitted a prepared statement on the film industry incentives.
"Last year, the state faced a budget deficit close to $600 million, while at the same time spending over $76 million on film incentives," said Martinez. "I support efforts to bring the film industry to New Mexico, but I believe we must do a better job ensuring these incentives are truly helping the economy."
Martinez expressed concern about what she said is conflicting data on the industry. A study by the Arrowhead Center at New Mexico State University found a far lower return on investment from the incentives than a study by Ernst & Young, although the parameters of each study were different.
"If elected, I will order an independent economic review of these incentives to ensure New Mexicans are getting an adequate return on investment," Martinez said. "A study of the entire tax system must be undertaken to ensure that we create an environment that allows for long-term growth and lower taxes to help all small businesses, which are the backbone of the economy."

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Past threats of eliminating or capping the incentives in the Legislature reverberated far beyond New Mexico, said Rick Clemente, owner of Production Central Albuquerque and manager for the I-25 Studios in the former Philips plant, where cable TV series "In Plain Sight" films. Two years ago, when a bill was introduced to eliminate the incentives, $70 million in scheduled production left the state for Canada, Clemente said, even though the bill died fairly quickly.
"No one is going to spend the next $20 million or $50 million if every year this agonizing legislative process is going on," he said.
Clemente said he supports the maximum transparency possible, but he also supports keeping the incentives in place for a set period of time to provide predictability.

Santa Fe Simtable in the News

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 23:30:00 +0000

One of the cooler things we've been seeing from a few New Mexico companies and organizations is their development of interactive experiences, whether it be for museums and installations like Ideum (http://www.ideum.com/) or this from Simtable, a spin-off of the Santa Fe Complex (http://sfcomplex.org/).

The unfortunate thing is that explaining these things in text or even in video (see the clip or follow the link below) leaves out much of the experience. The great thing is... there's more and more of this work going on in New Mexico, and more and more opportunities to get involved.

From KOB 4:

New tool developed in Santa Fe to help fight wildfires

In the corner of a Santa Fe studio sits a sandbox filled with what looks like holographic mountain ranges.
Before we go any further... this is the type of story you have to see to believe, so vivid it’s hard to describe, so be sure to check out the video.
If not, picture Google Earth in a box, Avatar style, with almost any data firefighters would need to strategize on how to tackle a wildfire.

First a camera installed next to a projector performs a 3-D scan of the box and color codes where to pile up sand to make mountains and where to dig it out to make valleys. Think color by numbers.
Then realtime data is pumped in via computer from Google Earth, US geological surveys, weather programs and even traffic patterns.
The simulator allows firefighters to spark up a simulated blaze with a regular lighter. A camera recognizes the flame and triggers a computer program that track what the fire will do according to wildfire variables like wind, weather and vegetation.
The Simtable also allows incident commanders to draw air tanker and bulldozer lines and even takes into consideration types of vegetations, roads and rock out-croppings.
Traffic patterns can be pulled up and projected onto the sand as well, showing emergency planners where bottlenecks could arise if evacuations were ordered...

More at: New tool developed in Santa Fe to help fight wildfires

(Full disclosure: I do a little work for the Santa Fe Complex where the Simtable is based. And I really like the work the folks at Ideum are doing.)

New funding for state film programs announced

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:11:00 +0000

More news about additional funding for film programs at schools throughout New Mexico - helping launch new programs and expanding some existing programs in fields ranging from set-building to post-production. Also announced was continued funding for the popular NM Filmmakers Program:

From the New Mexico Business Weekly:

Richardson announces funds and warns about film industry's future
New Mexico Business Weekly - by Megan Kamerick NMBW Staff
Gov. Bill Richardson said there are more funds to promote the New Mexico film industry's growth while warning about the future once he leaves office.
Richardson announced June 14 that colleges around the state will share $385,000 in state funds for film programs. On June 11, he said there is more funding for the New Mexico Filmmakers program, and urged attendees at a film conference to continue fighting for the film industry.

...

Richardson also announced an allocation of $200,000 for the New Mexico Filmmakers Program during a stop on June 11 at the New Mexico Filmmakers conference on film financing and distribution in Albuquerque.
The funds will be used for filmmaker training and outreach programs, such as the New Mexico Filmmakers Showcase, the annual New Mexico Filmmakers Conference, the New Mexico Filmmakers Resource Center and outreach events on the upcoming Native/Hispanic Film Tour.

and from the Silver City Sun News:

Richardson to visit WNMU today
Sun News Report
Posted: 06/16/2010 11:04:31 PM MDT
SILVER CITY -- New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson will stop in Silver City today and make an announcement related to Western New Mexico University's film and media arts program.
Richardson, New Mexico Film Office Director Lisa Strout and Eric Witt, the governor's film and media adviser, are scheduled to make the announcement at 10:15 a.m. at the Global Resource Center Auditorium on the WNMU campus.
Richardson made announcements at ENMU-Roswell, NMSU-Carlsbad and Luna Community College on Monday regarding $385,000 in funding for film programs.
According to the university, WNMU currently offers both a certificate and an associate degree program in digital media communications through the School of Applied Technology. Courses in Adobe Creative Suite programs like Photoshop, Dreamweaver, After Affects and Illustrator as well as digital film editing (Final Cut Pro) and audio production are offered. Most of these courses deal with post-production skills...

More at: http://www.scsun-news.com/ci_15314617

AMC Renews Breaking Bad

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:16:00 +0000

Don't think I'd seen this online here in NM, but... Great News from the Good folks at AMC TV on June 14th:

AMC Renews Breaking Bad for Fourth Season
AMC announced today the renewal of its Emmy Award-winning and critically acclaimed drama series Breaking Bad for a fourth season, continuing the network's momentum in delivering the best original storytelling on television. From acclaimed writer/producer/director Vince Gilligan (The X-Files), the series follows the story of a desperate man who turns to a life of crime to secure his family's financial security. Breaking Bad's first two seasons awarded Bryan Cranston the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, which marked the only time an actor from basic cable has ever been recognized with back-to-back Emmy Awards.
Last night, AMC premiered the final episode from Season 3. Household ratings are 20% stronger than Season 2 and Season 3 is delivering 18% more total viewers and over 30% more adults 18-34 than last season. Breaking Bad is filmed on location in Albuquerque, NM.
"AMC's Breaking Bad is one of the most layered and intense dramas on television today," said Joel Stillerman, Senior Vice President of original programming, production and digital content. "The critical acclaim and strong audience growth we've seen in Season 3 reinforce that this is the kind of exceptional original storytelling AMC has become known for providing to audiences. Vince Gilligan and his team deliver bold storylines that truly push the psychic envelope and create a mesmerizing, exhilarating television experience. We look forward to an incredible fourth season."

More -- and much more about Breaking Bad -- at: http://blogs.amctv.com/breaking-bad/2010/06/season-4-renewal.php

E3 Sees 3D (in addition to games)

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:50:00 +0000

The big E3 (http://www.e3expo.com/) entertainment tech industry conference is still going on -- but there's a lot of content that's come out already.

In addition to the game content that's really at its core (I'd probably hit http://games.venturebeat.com/ for a roundup -- and http://games.venturebeat.com/2010/06/15/playing-games-on-microsofts-kinect-is-a-blast-hands-on-videos/ as a starting point for more on Microsoft's Kinect (formerly Natal)), there's a lot on the new displays that will probably drive the need for some more 3D content.

From the LA Times:

E3: Nintendo strikes deals with three studios for 3-D movies on upcoming 3DS hand-held console
Nintendo gave Sony Corp. a poke in the eye Tuesday morning by announcing an agreement with Warner Bros., Walt Disney Co. and DreamWorks to deliver stereoscopic 3-D movies to Nintendo's upcoming 3DS hand-held console.
The Japanese game company did not list movie titles, but a demo of the console showed a trailer of Disney's "Tangled," which was an adaptation of Rapunzel. "Tangled" is set for theatrical release Nov. 24.
Nintendo said it expected to ship the 3DS sometime during its current fiscal year, ending March 31, 2011, but Nintendo President Satoru Iwata declined to say whether the console would be on store shelves in time for the Christmas holidays...

More at: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/entertainmentnewsbuzz/2010/06/nintendo-strikes-deals-with-three-studios-for-3d-movies-on-upcoming-3ds-handheld-console.html

And...

E3: Sony pushes 3-D future for video games
Sony Corp. is taking Hollywood's 3-D mania to the video game world.
At a news conference Tuesday, the first day of the video game industry's annual E3 conference, Sony executives hyped the ability of their PlayStation 3 console to display video games in stereoscopic 3-D, the same technology that has become the hottest thing in the movie industry this year.
"A decade from now, when we look back at 2010, it will most likely be remembered as the year that Sony brought authentic 3-D to the video game industry," boasted Kaz Hirai, chief executive of Sony Computer Entertainment...

More at http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/entertainmentnewsbuzz/2010/06/sony-pushes-3d-future-for-video-games.html

It seems clear though that the worlds of games and movies are continuing to merge, with the display systems most people will have capable of playing traditional TV, movies, web, social media and game content -- if not right now in the very near future. Thinking about whether what you're producing can play in these different dimensions has never been more important.

Upcoming NM Film Training classes

noreply@blogger.com (e) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:54:00 +0000

Hi folks...

IATSE Local 480 is offering a few new classes through the PreEmployment Training Program.

Please pass along this information to anyone interested:

American Heart Association First Aid / CPR class (6/12)

On Saturday, June 12 we'll offer an American Heart Association First Aid / CPR class, which will lead to a 2-year AHA certification card.

The class will be held in Santa Fe, noon to 6pm, in the Meeting Hall auditorium at 1420 Cerrillos Road (next door to the Local 480 office).

The class is offered to any New Mexico resident over 18 (drivers license required), at a fee of $25 each, payable to the instructor, cash or check only.

To sign up for this class, contact the Local 480 office @ 505.986.9512, or contact Phyllis Detrich at the email below.

General Safety Class 6/13

On Sunday, June 13, we will offer a General Safety Class, which leads to a permanent certification (completion of this course is required for every member of IATSE Local 480) by OSHA.

The class will be held in the Meeting Hall auditorium at 1420 Cerrillos Road (next door to the Local 480 office), from 10am - 4pm, and fee is $50, payable to the instructor, cash or check.

Again, participants must be New Mexico residents over 18.

To sign up for this class, contact the Local 480 office @ 505.986.9512, or call or email me at numbers below.

Respiratory Protection (6/19)

On Saturday, June 19 we will offer a class in Respiratory Protection, 10am - 6pm, also in the Meeting Hall auditorium at 1420 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe.

This class fee is $35, and class is restricted to NM residents over 18; Participants are advised to provide their own respiratory gear.

To sign up for this class, contact the Local 480 office @ 505.986.9512, or call or email me at numbers below.

Thanks for dispensing the class details to appropriate parties. We have not yet reached the minimum number of

participants needed for these classes, so we will welcome folks from your communities to join us !

PHYLLIS DETRICH
IATSE Local 480 Training Coordinator
505.986.9512, x 208 o
pdetrich@gmail.com

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