THE SMALLS MOVIE, TV & DVD NEWS
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:47
Liam Neeson does it again! Are you old enough to remember the days when he was a serious actor of serious films? Now he’s a mega action star who has, this time around, taken ‘The Grey’ to the #1 spot with $19.7 Million.
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THE OSCARS 2012: ANIMATION SHORT NOMINEES
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:12
Curious of this year's Academy Award Animation Short Nominees? Check out some trailers here, read the synopses and then tell us who you think will win. Will it be Pixar's "La Luna" or can the much talked about "A Morning Stroll" steal the show? This is probably the hardest of all short categories to call. So take a look, and a guess.
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ARE YOU WITH US ON TWITTER?
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:36
If not, do come follow us and send us messages of all things film that you do, see and experience! We'd love to hear of your projects, where you are shooting and what festivals you attend - it is always great to get updates from our members to know how you are getting on with your plans for creative world dominance (just kidding). Lately some of our followers have shared great tips for short films to check out, competitions and good articles to read for career tips. So stay tuned and in touch with us via our Twitter too. See you there.
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ERASERHEAD & EARLY DAVID LYNCH SHORTS @ BFI SOUTHBANK, LONDON
Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:10
Hey all you David Lynch fans currently in the beautiful city of London, pay attention: Eraserhead plus some early David Lynch shorts are screening at BFI Southbank tonight. Ps. You'll also get a second chance to catch this on Feb 7.
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EDINBURGH SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:27
Last year was the first year for the Edinburgh Short Film Festival. Apparently it went so well they're doing it again. You have until May 26th to submit your films.
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THE OSCARS 2012: DOCUMENTARY SHORT NOMINEES
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:24
Having a hard time keeping track of what short films are nominated for an Academy Award this year? Here is a list with some information and a few trailers for the documentary shorts, so that you can get up to speed a little. After you've read and watched - take our poll on who you think will/should win.
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THE SMALLS MOVIE, TV AND DVD NEWS
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:23
It was kind of up in the air about who would take the box office over last weekend. Our dark horse candidate was ‘Haywire’ (#6 @ USD $8.4 Million), but clearly that wasn’t meant to be.
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10 QUICK INSPIRATIONAL TIPS
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:11
Don't blame January. And maybe being broke, tired and trapped under the bad-mood-rock is not the greatest place to be when you want to start the year off right, but who says it has to stay that way?
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SALON DES REFUSéS - SHORT FILMS WANTED
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:17
Put your hands together for this experiment in short film curation. These guys only screen films that have been rejected by other festivals.
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YOUR FILM FESTIVAL: WIN $500,000 TOWARD YOUR NEXT FILM
Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:27
YouTube has launched a worldwide search for the best storytellers alive. Make a short film that is 15 minutes or less and submit it between February 2 and March 31, for the chance to take home $500,000 toward making your next movie.
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1 OF 7 BILLION
Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:54
Organized by the 7 Billion Actions Initiative and the Foundation 10.12.48, this global film competition was created to inspire people everywhere and bring attention to important issues. Last day to enter is 15 Feb, 2012 and prizes range from $1,000 to $4,000.
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WHERE DO YOU SOURCE MUSIC AND SOUND FOR YOUR PROJECTS?
Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:16
It would be cool for us here at The Smalls to learn a little more about how you fit your films with audio effects and add that perfect soundtrack. If you'd care to share with us your favorite sources of music, and how you compose or record your own - that would be awesome.
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SHOWTIME’S TONY COX SCREENPLAY COMPETITION
Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:23
Are you a filmmaker with a feature script ready to go? Adaptations and original materials are welcome to enter this competition. Regular submission deadline is March 12 but please do note that scripts for shorts or documentaries are unfortunately not accepted – this is for feature screenplays only.
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SUNDANCE LONDON SHORT FILM COMPETITION
Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:20
Sundance is coming to London in 2012! Filmmakers are encouraged to submit original short films that evolve around the theme "Story of Our Time". The deadline to enter is February 28.
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CALL FOR ENTRIES: NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:29
If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere... The New York International Short Film Festival will be held in May 2012. They are now accepting entries, and you have until February 24, 2012 (extended deadline) to submit your film.
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RURAL ROUTE FILMS
Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:44
We love this - a film festival that highlights works that deal with rural people and places. From a tiny farm in Wales to life in a small Hudson Valley town, if you have a story that touches on life in the countryside this event wants to hear about it. The deadline to enter is March 16, 2012.
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MANHATTAN FILM FESTIVAL
Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:32
The sixth annual Manhattan Film Festival will take place June 21 - July 1, 2012. Apart from 10 days with great films you can also take part in panel discussions, awards shows and even (new to this year) live music events. Early deadline is today - but you can submit all the way through to April 17, 2012.
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FILM ANNEX: GET SPONSORED!
Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:24
Whenever we come across a site that supports independent filmmakers we are excited. But when we catch word of one that not only promotes, but also helps artists earn money from their quality content, we jump up and down. Film Annex is one of the latter, and you don't want to miss it.
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