ChurchWatch 03/06/09
Regent University & BIOLA Take Christianity to the Media
ReelDreams Film Competition -- Second Season is Underway
Amateur filmmakers around the world can now submit original films to Regent University's second annualReelDreams Film Competition. The contest began in January and is running until April 3rd. Participants may submit a 3-5 minute redemptive film online at www.tangle.com/reeldreams.
The grand-prize winner will receive a full tuition-paid scholarship to Regent University's School of Communication & the Arts. Last year's contest winner, Timothy Kay of Cleveland, Ohio, is now an undergraduate Cinema-Television major at Regent.
Through this film competition, the School of Communication & the Arts looks for original work that portrays a carefully crafted protagonist facing a moral dilemma that leads to good or bad consequences. The protagonist could make a decision that is ultimately a good choice, or the story may be a cautionary tale.
The competition process invites audience participation. During the first round of judging, one of the 25 semifinalists will be selected by votes from an online audience. When the films are narrowed down to 10 finalists, one of those will again be selected based on audience votes.
Onsite industry professional judges will determine the grand-prize winner. Additionally, an Audience Favorite winner will be selected by live audience and by online-voting audience via live webcast of the ReelDreams Final Event on May 16.
Audiences may view the films online at www.tangle.com/reeldreams.
All contest winners will be announced during the Final Event at Regent's Communication & Performing Arts Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Regent University's ReelDreams Film Competition is designed to empower aspiring film artists to use their talents and abilities to bring creative films to the entertainment industry. It aims to reveal and focus attention on works of quality from independent filmmakers to contribute to the growth and recognition of young artists and to feature positive messages that transform the minds of audiences worldwide.
More on the Regent ReelDreams Film Competition.
BIOLA Media Conference
14th Annual Biola Media Conference to Explore “CLOSING THE DEAL” in Hollywood and the Global Media Markets
Biola Media has announced the return of the Biola Media Conference to the CBS Studio Center in Studio City, California for its 2009 annual gathering.
The conference is to be held on April 25, 2009 and set against the backdrop of the world-famous CBS Studio Center Lot. This year’s conference, “CLOSING THE DEAL” will bring top professionals in film, television, and digital media together to focus on how to get your project made in today’s global media markets.
Workshops will feature the art of pitching, knowing what projects Hollywood is looking for, discovering niche projects, no-budget filmmaking, legal aspects of deal-making, how power is used in Hollywood, living out your faith, and much more.
"The Biola Media Conference gives you a 30,000 foot view of Hollywood - how it works, how to navigate the system, and how to create powerful relationships,” states Ralph Winter, Producer of X-Men:Wolverine and Fantastic Four, among others, and Co-Chair of Biola Media’s Studio Task Force. “This year's theme CLOSING THE DEAL is especially timely, because wishing doesn't make projects happen.”
"Everyone comes to Hollywood with a dream,” adds Phil Cooke, CEO/Creative Director of Cooke Pictures and co-host of the Biola Media Conference, “but few know how to make that dream happen. This year's focus will address the keys to taking your project from the dream stage to the sound stage, and in the process, transform your future."
Conference attendees will have the opportunity to hear numerous front-line speakers, attend workshops, interact with panel discussions, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities along the CBS back lot sets.
The Biola Media Conference is recognized as the largest and most influential national gathering for industry professionals of faith working in the entertainment field today, uniquely providing spiritual inspiration alongside informative, creative and professional opportunities.
Past Conference Speakers have included:
Michael Zoradi – President, Disney Motion Picture Group
Steve McEveety – Producer, The Passion of the Christ, Braveheart
Todd Komarnicki - Producer of Elf & Meet Dave
Anita Renfroe – Comedian featured on ABC's Good Morning America
Steve Tompkins – TV Writer and Producer: Bernie Mac, The Simpsons
Kay Sumner – Reality Show Producer: The Dog Whisperer
Ralph Winter – Executive Producer: X-Men: Wolverine, Fantastic Four
2009 speakers and panelists will be announced soon.
"This not-to-be-missed event compacts into one day an opportunity like no other," notes Jack Hafer, Producer, To End All Wars and Chair of Biola's Cinema and Media Arts program, "It’s a chance to discover concrete directions for your career and put you in touch with the people and resources anyone serious about a career in entertainment or media needs to know."
More on the Biola Media Conference.
Amateur filmmakers around the world can now submit original films to Regent University's second annualReelDreams Film Competition. The contest began in January and is running until April 3rd. Participants may submit a 3-5 minute redemptive film online at www.tangle.com/reeldreams.
The grand-prize winner will receive a full tuition-paid scholarship to Regent University's School of Communication & the Arts. Last year's contest winner, Timothy Kay of Cleveland, Ohio, is now an undergraduate Cinema-Television major at Regent.
Through this film competition, the School of Communication & the Arts looks for original work that portrays a carefully crafted protagonist facing a moral dilemma that leads to good or bad consequences. The protagonist could make a decision that is ultimately a good choice, or the story may be a cautionary tale.
The competition process invites audience participation. During the first round of judging, one of the 25 semifinalists will be selected by votes from an online audience. When the films are narrowed down to 10 finalists, one of those will again be selected based on audience votes.
Onsite industry professional judges will determine the grand-prize winner. Additionally, an Audience Favorite winner will be selected by live audience and by online-voting audience via live webcast of the ReelDreams Final Event on May 16.
Audiences may view the films online at www.tangle.com/reeldreams.
All contest winners will be announced during the Final Event at Regent's Communication & Performing Arts Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Regent University's ReelDreams Film Competition is designed to empower aspiring film artists to use their talents and abilities to bring creative films to the entertainment industry. It aims to reveal and focus attention on works of quality from independent filmmakers to contribute to the growth and recognition of young artists and to feature positive messages that transform the minds of audiences worldwide.
More on the Regent ReelDreams Film Competition.
BIOLA Media Conference
14th Annual Biola Media Conference to Explore “CLOSING THE DEAL” in Hollywood and the Global Media Markets
Biola Media has announced the return of the Biola Media Conference to the CBS Studio Center in Studio City, California for its 2009 annual gathering.
The conference is to be held on April 25, 2009 and set against the backdrop of the world-famous CBS Studio Center Lot. This year’s conference, “CLOSING THE DEAL” will bring top professionals in film, television, and digital media together to focus on how to get your project made in today’s global media markets.
Workshops will feature the art of pitching, knowing what projects Hollywood is looking for, discovering niche projects, no-budget filmmaking, legal aspects of deal-making, how power is used in Hollywood, living out your faith, and much more.
"The Biola Media Conference gives you a 30,000 foot view of Hollywood - how it works, how to navigate the system, and how to create powerful relationships,” states Ralph Winter, Producer of X-Men:Wolverine and Fantastic Four, among others, and Co-Chair of Biola Media’s Studio Task Force. “This year's theme CLOSING THE DEAL is especially timely, because wishing doesn't make projects happen.”
"Everyone comes to Hollywood with a dream,” adds Phil Cooke, CEO/Creative Director of Cooke Pictures and co-host of the Biola Media Conference, “but few know how to make that dream happen. This year's focus will address the keys to taking your project from the dream stage to the sound stage, and in the process, transform your future."
Conference attendees will have the opportunity to hear numerous front-line speakers, attend workshops, interact with panel discussions, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities along the CBS back lot sets.
The Biola Media Conference is recognized as the largest and most influential national gathering for industry professionals of faith working in the entertainment field today, uniquely providing spiritual inspiration alongside informative, creative and professional opportunities.
Past Conference Speakers have included:
Michael Zoradi – President, Disney Motion Picture Group
Steve McEveety – Producer, The Passion of the Christ, Braveheart
Todd Komarnicki - Producer of Elf & Meet Dave
Anita Renfroe – Comedian featured on ABC's Good Morning America
Steve Tompkins – TV Writer and Producer: Bernie Mac, The Simpsons
Kay Sumner – Reality Show Producer: The Dog Whisperer
Ralph Winter – Executive Producer: X-Men: Wolverine, Fantastic Four
2009 speakers and panelists will be announced soon.
"This not-to-be-missed event compacts into one day an opportunity like no other," notes Jack Hafer, Producer, To End All Wars and Chair of Biola's Cinema and Media Arts program, "It’s a chance to discover concrete directions for your career and put you in touch with the people and resources anyone serious about a career in entertainment or media needs to know."
More on the Biola Media Conference.