Actor Eric Roberts and “The Boondock Saints” Sean Patrick Flanery, Norman Reedus and David Dela Rocco are headlining the event along with an impressive lineup of icons including: Tony Todd (“Candyman”), Bill Johnson (Leatherface in “Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2″), Kane Hodder, (Jason from “Friday the 13th parts 7-10″), Brad Loree (Michael Myers “Halloween Resurrection”), Dan Shor (Ram in 1982′s “Tron”), “Day of the Dead” Reunion, Michael Bailey Smith, (Super Freddy from “A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child”), Roger Corman’s original “Fantastic Four” reunion and screening, Sandahl Bergman and Pittsburgh Steeler Ben Davidson (“Conan the Barbarian”), Playboy Playmate Max Wasa and musician G Tom Mac, who wrote the iconic Cry Little Sister from “The Lost Boys,” will also perform live in concert with his band.

Fans will get a total “Celebrity” experience: a chance to meet the celebrities, get autographs and pictures and even have dinner with them; have access to a 24 hour movie room and a “Drive In” movie experience; rock out at a concert; compete for prizes at the costume contest; browse the dealer room; attend seminars; and party to their hearts content at a cocktail party, a masquerade ball and a pool party!

Tickets for the weekend convention, the Celebrity Dinner and concert are available online now along with an application for those interested in volunteering for the event. Vendors can reserve a spot, sponsorship packages are still available and discount rooms at the Sheraton Westport are being offered while they last. Much more information can be found on the DSP website. Check the site and their Facebook page for updates and a complete list of celebs, artists, filmmakers, musicians and vendors.

When:July 14-17, 21-24, and 28-31
Where: Winifred Moore Auditorium, Webster University’s Webster Hall, 470 E. Lockwood Ave.
How much: $10; $8 for students with valid and current photo ID, Cinema St. Louis members with valid membership cards, and Alliance Française members; free for Webster U. students with valid and current photo ID

Full details and a schedule of films can be found here.

What: a $29 Film Financing Seminar!!
When: Saturday March 26, 2011
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Where: Regional Arts Commission
6128 Delmar Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63112

Event Registration Page

Tom Malloy most recently wrote and produced Love N’ Dancing, directed by Rob Iscove (She’s All That). The film stars Amy Smart, Billy Zane, Rachel Dratch, and Betty White. Tom Malloy also recently wrote and produced The Alphabet Killer, a psychological thriller directed by Rob Schmidt (Wrong Turn). The film stars Eliza Dushku, Cary Elwes, Timothy Hutton, Michael Ironside, and Bill Moseley.

Tom also wrote and produced The Attic, a thriller directed by Mary Lambert (director of Pet Sematary I & II), and starring John Savage, Jason Lewis, and Elisabeth Moss. Tom also produced In a Single Bound the much hyped Superman documentary which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Tom has raised over $15 million private equity for film investments. His book BANKROLL: A NEW APPROACH TO FINANCING FEATURE FILMS is the best reviewed book in the history of film finance, with a second edition coming out in 2011.

You Will Learn:
How to Attract Investors for Your Film!
Where to Find Investors for Your Film!
How to Attract Investors for Your Documentary!
Where to Find Investors for Your Documentary!
How to Prep Your Project!
How to Make Sure You Have a Killer Script!
How to Set up an Operating Agreement!
How to Make a Business Plan!
How to Find Distributors!
How to Find Sales Agents!
How to Get Attachments!
The State of The Film Industry!
Sales Techniques!
…and So Much More!

UPDATE 2011: Tom just completed the documentary The Inner Weigh with Dr. Dave Smiley, a student from one of Tom’s Speeches! YOU COULD BE NEXT!

SLIFF showcases the best in cutting-edge features and shorts from around the globe. The majority of the more than 300 films screened – many of them critically lauded award-winners – will receive their only St. Louis exposure at the festival. More than 70 filmmaking guests will accompany screenings, and SLIFF will present major awards to Stacy Keach, Harry Shearer, Rob Nilsson, Stanley Nelson, and Jenna Fischer.

The fest’s official Host Hotel, the Moonrise, offers a special SLIFF rate of $109 per night throughout the festival. Visit the Moonrise Web site for information on making reservations.

For specifics on SLIFF, including ticket information, venue locations, films, and special events, check out the official website.

Tickets may also be purchased in advance at http://www.landmarktheaters.com/tickets. There is a $1 per-ticket service charge. For more information, including a list of the official selections, visit our website.

Since the information presented will also be interest to the artists, such as magicians and sculptors, and arts groups, such as theater organizations and dance troupes, who occupy ArtSpace, MCA attendees will get a chance to meet and to network with the artists, dancers, magicians, actors, actresses, etc. whose organizations are in this unique location.

The panel will feature:

* Anne Borman, MA, is the Editor of The Directory of Missouri Foundations, which is a reference guide tracking key leaders and $10 billion of assets held in charitable foundations in the state. She has a unique approach to raising funds for non-profits.
* Lisa Roth, who is the Annual Campaign Director at YMCA of Greater St. Louis, has 15 years of non-profit experience and 10 years of grant writing, special event and fundraising experience. She previously worked as a Grant Writer at Grants, Ink and was the Associate Executive Director at YMCA of Greater St. Louis – South City & Mid-County branches.
* Robert Wilcox is a member of the board of The Commission for Access and Local Original Programming (CALOP), which awards grants to independent filmmakers to create programs spotlighting our region’s art, culture, and history to air on cable television channels in University City and the surrounding area.
* And more . . .

With input from corporate media specialists, independent producers, and the Artists of ArtSpace, the evening’s discussion will present you with the latest trends in fundraising for the arts, including film. We’ll also tour ArtSpace’s studios and rehearsal spaces before the “After Glow,” which will follow at Fletcher’s Kitchen & Tap, also in Crestwood Court.

DATE: Wednesday, June 10
TIME: Networking at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7:00pm
COST:
MCA members = free
non-members = $10
students = $5
LOCATION:
ArtSpace at Crestwood Court! Look for the signs!
Crestwood Court is located at 109 Crestwood Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63126.

DIRECTIONS:
Just east of I-270 and I-44 on Watson Road.
##Take I-270 to I-44 East, then to Watson Road exit. Follow Watson 2 miles to the center.
##Take I-44 to Lindbergh exit, then to Watson exit, turn left. Follow Watson 2 miles to the center.
##Take I-70, I-55 or I-64/40 to I-270, to I-44, then to Watson Road exit. Follow Watson Road 2 miles to the center.

*Joshua Routh is a nationally recognized circus performer and the star of “Jadoo – A One Man Comedic Circus. Abra-Kid-Abra teaches and performs magic and related entertainment, such as juggling, balloon art, and clowning, and was one of the first arts groups to move into Artspace.

**In partnership with the Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis, the ownership and management of Crestwood Court have developed the ArtSpace program to foster growth and development in the St. Louis arts scene. ArtSpace at Crestwood Courts offers the mall’s resources, namely space, to local artists and arts groups and is transforming this once powerful retail destination into the epicenter of arts and culture in St. Louis. Not only does ArtSpace offer unique and affordable location options for artists, but with so many varied and talented people under one roof, the creative sparks are sure to fly. ArtSpace offers the arts community a chance to collaborate with each other, share resources, and engage the community in a breadth of cultural activities.

Joining him on the stage will be his wife (and Principia alum), Helen Ostenberg Elswit, who produced the Oscar-nominated special effects for “The Perfect Storm” and “Master and Commander.”

In 1990, Helen Elswit left a Wall Street career for her first gig in the movies–as a chauffeur for Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward during the production of “Mrs. and Mrs. Bridge.”

Robert Elswit came to the movie biz through the prestigious film program at the University of Southern California. He worked on the effects crew for such iconic productions as “E.T.’ and “Star Wars,” and he was the director of photography on such films as “Boogie Nights,” Punch-Drunk Love,” “Syriana” and “Good Night, and Good Luck.”

Tickets for the event, in Moore Auditorium at Principia College (whose hilltop campus is between Alton and Grafton) are free, but reservations are required. Contact Sue Fuller at the college (sue.fuller@principia.edu).

Hat tip to Joe’s Movie Lounge

Joni Tackette – St. Louis Casting Director for Up In The Air seeks actress submissions for the following roles:

Tammy – 32 -38 years old, Attractive Caucasian Actress. Tammy is excited that her friend is soon to be married, and is a bridesmaid in the wedding party. 2 lines, SAG speaking role, works 4 days in late March.

Plucky Ticket Agent – 23-28 year old Caucasian Actress. The plucky ticket agent is described as perky, upbeat, innocent and very sweet. 3 lines, SAG speaking role, works one day in April.

Send resume and photo before Feb. 4th to JTcastingSTL@aol.com . Please list the role you are submitting for in the subject line of your email.

Sunday-Thursday, July 19-24, 2008
July 19: Filmmaking Seminar/Film Program, RAC
July 20-23: Film Programs, Tivoli Theatre
July 24: Closing-Night Awards Party, Blueberry Hill

The Filmmaking Seminar covers a nice range of topics:
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Panel #1 – Film on the Wide World Web
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Panel #2 – Distribution
1:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Panel #3 – Legal Issues in Filmmaking
4 – 6 p.m. Panel #4 – Producing Independent Features in St. Louis

The full schedule of films can be found on the website.

The film program at Southwestern Illinois College is growing all the time, and as a result, we are looking to hire a part time instructor beginning fall semester, 2008.

We’re looking for someone who can teach courses in production (moviemaking, video editing, documentary moviemaking, screenwriting) and film studies (film history, film appreciation, and special topics in film) and possibly other courses down the road. A master’s degree in film is preferred.

Here is a link to the position announcement on the college website.

Southwestern is a great place to teach. Our facilities and equipment are fairly humble, but we have very motivated students. There are least five different teams of SWIC students in the 48 Hour Film
Challenge this year. Three of our students will have films in the upcoming St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase. The school has been very supportive of the film program.

Feel free to write me directly if you have any questions (I run the film program) and pass this announcement along to anyone you know who might be interested. Thanks!

Dan