#Santa Monica film festival 2023

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Even Marlowe’s Abruptio Update

All the way back in October of 2020, I wrote a post about the horror/thriller puppetry film, Abruptio, directed by Even Marlowe. Back then, the film was said to be released sometime in 2021. But 2021 came and went with Abruptio not getting so much as a trailer.

Recently, I decided to look into the film again to see if I could find any updates. As I feared the film might still be in development hell or had been cancelled.

However, to my surprise, not only did Abruptio finally have its worldwide premiere at the Santa Monica Film Festival on January 17 2023, according to Wikipedia, but the first trailer for the film also dropped just two weeks ago on the Chicago Horror Film Festival YouTube channel.

I gotta say. It looks pretty interesting. The tone seems to be a bit more serious and slow then I expected. Given the whole bomb implant the main character Les has that forces him to carry out dirty work for a mysterious puppet-master, I envisioned something more action-y and high adrenaline. The tone form what I can see in the trailer seems to be going for something more surreal and dreamlike, almost introspective. Les’s line at the end “I have a bomb in my neck… just like everyone else” plus the movies tagline “everyone’s a puppet” makes me wonder if the movie will use the neck bomb, and the puppetry medium as a whole, as some kind of deeper metaphor of some kind. Like how no individual person is truly in control of their own life and were all ultimately at the whim to larger, enigmatic forces beyond our understanding or control… or something along those lines? Or maybe I’m just reading too deeply into it.

The puppets themselves look… alright. As mentioned before, practical effects artist Jeff Farley worked as lead puppet fabricator on the puppets, and his expertise shows here, visually speaking. The realistic/semi realistic textures, scale and materials look pretty good for a mostly independent, non-Jim Henson puppetry film production. The puppet movements themselves I’m on the fence about. A lot of the movements look rather stiff and stilted, and some bits like the one where that guys head blows up in a warehouse looks very floppy crash test dummy-esque to me. This coupled with the very detailed and realistic yet slightly off look of the puppets, and I can totally understand why some people might be turned off by this trailer and the film itself. I will say though, given the surreal, unsettling feeling this film seems to be going for, making the puppets themselves off beat and uncanny looking/moving feels rather fitting. Though that’s just my opinion. Plus, most of what we’ve seen of the puppets in action is just this trailer so far, so maybe we’ll see some more impressive feats of puppetry performance in the film itself/future clips and trailers. We’ll have to wait and see…

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Il ritornello di Jingle Bell è già nell’aria e Cinecittà World si veste di incanto, suggestioni e colori per una lunga stagione natalizia da sabato 11 novembre 2023 e che prosegue fino a domenica 7 gennaio 2024. Il Parco divertimenti del Cinema e della TV di Roma si trasforma per due mesi in un magico Villaggio di Natale tra i percorsi di Luminarie Polvere di Stelle, luci sfavillanti, decorazioni festive, mercatini di Natale pieni di idee regalo, originali oggetti d’artigianato, leccornie per deliziare i palati e tanto divertimento per amici e famiglie con dodici attrazioni a tema. Ogni mattina quando si spalanca il sipario dalle tende rosse del Parco, la Christmas Street si popola di elfi e magiche creature che danno il benvenuto agli ospiti con il Christmas Show, mentre nella Casa di Babbo Natale il simpatico barbuto e i suoi aiutanti si preparano per scattare foto memorabili insieme ai bambini che vogliono spedire il loro desiderio nella lettera per il Polo Nord. L’atmosfera di Natale permea ogni angolo del Parco: con le proiezioni di Gocce di Cinema si rivivono i classici di Natale più belli di sempre e nel Regno del Ghiaccio - l’unico snow park al coperto d’Italia con neve e ghiaccio veri tutto l’anno - sembra di essere in un film sull’iconica pista di pattinaggio. Qui si possono sfidare i compagni di avventure a bordo di gommoni tuffandosi da Scivolone, precipitando senza freni tra le curve di Kamikice o sfidandosi a Palle di neve sul morbido playground invernale. Per chi vuole partire per un viaggio magico c’è I-Fly La Montagna Russa di Babbo Natale: sulla slitta di Santa Klaus si consegnano i doni e si vola lontano…ma rimanendo a soli trenta centimetri da terra. Per chi ama gli spettacoli a tema c’è Natale a Cinecittà World, il musical in scena tutti i giorni che fa sognare e divertire gli ospiti di tutte le età. Nei weekend del 2-3 e 8-9-10 Dicembre il Natale si arricchisce ulteriormente con lo show Digital Circus in Wonderland, un’esperienza immersiva fatta di luci, colori e proiezioni che in un susseguirsi di emozioni lascerà a bocca aperta grandi e piccini. Ma a Cinecittà World anche la tradizione trova spazio con il Presepe del Cinema allestito nel padiglione Cinetour e la Santa Messa celebrata nel Parco la mattina del 25 dicembre, a cui seguirà il Pranzo di Natale.  Sempre il giorno di Natale debutta il grande show Christmas On Ice, storico spettacolo di pattinaggio sul ghiaccio che vedrà in scena oltre cinquanta artisti e performers che si esibiranno sulle coreografie della pattinatrice olimpionica Nicole Della Monica: sessanta minuti di pura magia, spettacolari scene tratte dai film e cartoni più famosi, con la partecipazione di guest pluripremiati e le più amate musiche di Natale. A firmare la regia è Piero Di Blasio, i costumi sono di Francesca Grossi. Il culmine dei festeggiamenti sarà il 31 dicembre, con il Capodanno a tema più grande d’Italia: quaranta attrazioni, otto cene e cenoni, nove stage musicali con discoteche, concerti e spettacoli dal vivo e la mezzanotte con i fuochi d’artificio e divertimenti fino alle 6 del mattino. La stagione 2023 terminerà con il weekend della Befana ricco di sorprese per grandi e piccini.

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On Air Fest Adds Headliners to LA Annex Podcast Festival

Comic-Con began in 1970 when a small group of comics, movie, and science fiction fans from San Diego put on an event attended by just 300 people. In 2023, about 150,000 people attended the event. It’s a dopamine overload for those who attend as fans and a marketing bonanza for TV, film, comic book, and merchandise producers.

Podcasting needs a Comic Con. The medium already has several terrific live events that draw podcasters and fans from around the world. Podcast Movement, PodFest Expo, and On Air Fest, to name just a few

I envision Pod Con as a four-day event, with fans cosplaying as Ira Glass, Kara Swisher, Audie Cornish, or Wendy Zukerman. Joe Rogan fans could scream at attendees about getting any vaccine, and then hand out pamphlets with a curated list of conspiracy theories.

Until that day, we have the On Air LA Annex that will bring together the vanguard of storytellers, audio creatives, and inspired listeners who are shaping the culture of sound. The event runs from November 1 through November 4.

As the annual West Coast edition of New York City’s influential On Air Fest, this year’s event will take place at multiple locations including KCRW’s Santa Monica studio and dublab in University Park, pushing podcasting further into the future and revealing new answers to the question of “what’s next?” (WIRED).

From live recordings and performances to exclusive premieres and innovative installations, the lineup will showcase both emerging and established voices across an eclectic schedule and an additional wave of headliners that are still to be announced. Find tickets here and more details below.

On Wednesday, November 1st at KCRW’s state-of-the-art Annenberg Performance Studio, the festival kicks off with the On Air Business Summit, a by-invitation gathering of industry leadership for urgent dialogues on the growth and evolution of podcasts. Then, the doors open to everyone for an evening that features:

KCRW’s Lost Notes: A sneak preview of the revelatory series’ highly-anticipated return, unspooling the real stories behind LA’s soul music scene with co-hosts Novena Carmel (Morning Becomes Eclectic) and Michael Barnes.

Let’s Make a Horror: Part improv comedy, part horror film, and all plot twist, this interactive rendition of the acclaimed show from CBC Podcasts and Kelly&Kelly will take the stage for a brand new, spooky story right on the heels of Halloween. Comedians Ryan Bell, Maddy Kelly, and Mark Chavez will be joined by a special guest to be announced.

On Thursday, November 2nd at KCRW, the second evening of On Air Fest will shock, entice, and enlighten attendees, with sessions from: Spooked: From the creators of Snap Judgment, presented by PRX and KQED, comes Spooked. Host and Snap Studios founder Glynn Washington opens the second night of On Air Fest LA Annex with a live performance. This installment of the popular paranormal podcast will reveal a true-life tale of the supernatural.

Spooked explores the Shadowlands — daring listeners to confront the unknown. Be afraid… Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso: The revered host returns to On Air Fest for a live taping of the intimate, in-depth interview podcast that has welcomed such greats as Carol Burnett, David Byrne, Fran Lebowitz, Lorde, Oscar Isaac, Padma Lakshi, Questlove, Quinta Brunson, Tom Hanks, and many others.

On Air LA Annex will reveal more details, headliners and exclusive first-listens throughout the coming weeks, as well as the full lineup for the On Air Open House on Saturday, November 4th. Hosted at dublab, the day-long event is free, open to the public and dedicated to celebrating the talents of LA’s creator community. In addition to live radio streams and performances, a happy hour presented by ESPN 30 for 30, DJ sets and more, it will include the debut of an unprecedented exhibition. Following the introduction of On Air Fest’s first-ever, multi-room installation at the beginning of 2023, this new collection of original listening experiences will see guests moving between different stations to interact with the inaugural collection of On Air Official Selects.

Launching as part of this year’s On Air LA Annex, On Air Official Selects is an open, global call for short-form audio stories. Between now and October 4th, any creative can submit an original piece under 10 minutes in length, with an emphasis on experimentation and boundary-pushing approaches. This feedback loop makes On Air Fest unique.

A panel of leaders, tastemakers and judges — including Alejandro Cohen (Executive Director, dublab), Gina Delvac (Head of Podcast Audience Lab, KCRW), Marshall Lewy (Chief Content Officer, Wondery), Ben Adair (Founder and Executive Producer, Western Sound), Christy Gressman (Vice President, Podcasts, Topic Studios) and more — will award 10 works with an honorarium, as well as the opportunity to showcase their piece for all the attendees of On Air Open House. Learn more about On Air Official Selects and apply here: https://www.onairfest.com/article/announcing-on-air-fest-official-selects-2023

Organized by work x work, — 2023’s LA Annex will continue to elevate the art form and reaffirm its place as “the Coachella of podcast festivals,” as Fast Company magazine described it.

EVENT DETAILS WHO: On Air Fest with KCRW & dublab WHEN: November 1–4, 2023

WHERE: KCRW (1660 Stewart Street, Santa Monica, California) dublab (1035 West 24th Street, Los Angeles, California)

WHY: A gathering place where audio makers, artists, storytellers, podcasters and listeners are inspired by the art of sound.

TICKETS: Free-$225. General Admission & VIP tickets available for single and multiple days.

MORE INFO & TICKETS: HERE at the On Air LA Annex landing page and onairfest.com Presenting Sponsors & Program Partners: Audible, ESPN, Dolby, Simplecast, Adswizz, Subtext, KCRW, LAist, CBC, Pushkin Industries and dublab.

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Stay tune! 2023 MOMO FF Official Selection announcements coming soon. April 11-13 2023 ▸ MOMO Film Festival THE HUDSON THEATRES 6539 SANTA MONICA BLVD LOS ANGELES, CA - 90038

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Redefining Hollywood's Leading Lady: The Unconventional Charm of Mia Goth

Mia Gypsy Mello da Silva Goth is an English actress born on 25 October 1993. She is the granddaughter of Brazilian actress Maria Gladys and American artist Lee Jaffe. Goth's journey into the film industry began after being discovered by fashion photographer Gemma Booth at the Underage Festival in London. Since then, she has gone on to become a recognized face in the film industry, thanks to her impressive acting skills and versatility. Goth made her feature film debut in the 2013 drama Nymphomaniac, where she played the character of Sophie Campbell. Her performance in the film earned her praise, and she was subsequently cast in a number of films, including The Survivalist (2015), Everest (2015), and A Cure for Wellness (2016). However, it was her portrayal of Maxine Minx and Pearl in the Ti West's slasher film series X and Pearl (both 2022) that garnered critical acclaim and widespread recognition. Goth's performance in both films was applauded, with many describing it as nuanced and captivating. In Pearl, she donned extensive prosthetic makeup to portray the elderly Pearl, a role that required a 10-hour daily makeup session. Goth's performance in the prequel film Pearl, which she co-wrote with West, also received positive reviews. Critics praised her portrayal of the titular character, with some even predicting that her performance might be recognized by the Academy Awards. Goth's talent has continued to be recognized, and she has since starred in the thriller Infinity Pool (2023) alongside Alexander Skarsgård, which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Her performance in the film received praise, with some describing her as the single most interesting actor working in genre movies at the moment. Goth's success in the film industry is a testament to her talent and hard work. Her performances have been described as captivating and nuanced, and she has been recognized by both critics and fans alike. With several upcoming projects, including the X sequel MaXXXine, Goth's star is set to continue rising. Her journey in the film in Mia Goth attends the 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards on February 23, 2019 in Santa Monica, California. Read the full article

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American Film Market 2021

Over 7,000 industry professionals from more than 70 countries converge in Santa Monica every November. They include acquisition and development executives, agents, attorneys, directors, distributors, festival directors, financiers, film commissioners, producers, writers, the world’s press and all those who provide services to the motion picture industry.

At AFM, participants can discover the entire global catalogue of available films and projects, attend 50+ world class conferences, roundtables and presentations, and connect with the independent film community’s decision makers, all in one convenient location without the distraction of a film festival. 

The American Film Market is comprised of:   The Market — The core of the AFM is the market. Over 400 production/distribution/sales companies have offices at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel where they meet with territorial (national) buyers from 70+ countries to acquire films, both completed and those in every stage of development and production. Many companies are also there to meet with producers who are seeking representation or production partners.   Screenings — AFM screens more than 300 feature films — the majority world or U.S. premieres. Screenings run simultaneously in 29 theatres over the first five or six days.   LocationEXPO — Film Commissions, facilities and government agencies from around the world participate at LocationEXPO, a four-day event held inside the AFM.   Conferences — Six, half-day Conferences give attendees knowledge and insight, and an opportunity to hear from industry thought leaders, decision makers and experts.   Roundtables — AFM Roundtables are open-ended discussions that explore specialized topics and timely issues in an intimate setting.   Writers Workshop — During the Writers Workshop, participants learn how to shape their screenplay into a compelling narrative that will resonate with studios, investors and a global audience.   Spotlight Events — Organization and companies from around the world create unique opportunities to connect and learn as part of AFM’s Spotlight Events.   Networking Receptions — For those involved in production and services, AFM hosts four evening Carrousel Cocktails at the historic Merry-Go-Round on the Santa Monica Pier.    The Film Catalogue — TheFilmCatalogue.com contains over 10,000 films and projects that are available from AFM sales companies.   Buyers Lounge — Located on the 5th Floor of the Loews Hotel, the Buyers Lounge is exclusively for Buyers and IFTA Members. The Lounge offers morning coffee & tea, evening refreshments and workstations.   Filmmakers Lounge — Located on the lobby level of Loews Hotel, the Filmmakers Lounge provides a convenient meeting location for all participants.   MyAFM — With AFM’s online community, MyAFM.org, participants can search the AFM attendee directory, set up meetings and share their profile with other attendees.  When

November 2 – November 7, 2021 November 1 – November 6, 2022 October 31 – November 5, 2023 November 5 – November 10, 2024  

The American Film Market is produced by the Independent Film & Television Alliance

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