RETURN OF THE FILMWORKS INNOVATION LAB!
Washington Filmworks (WF) is pleased to announce the return of the Filmworks Innovation Lab. The first funding assistance program of its kind in the nation, the Lab is designed to support Washington based filmmakers and those using emerging technologies. WF believes that investing in the development of our local filmmakers is one of the most important things that we can do to create a long-term, sustainable film industry.
We’ve been working with filmmakers from the first cycles of the Lab and the WF Board of Directors to build an even stronger program and new guidelines will roll out in just a few days. If you have questions or want to be notified when new guidelines are publicly available, please contact staff at (206) 264-0667 or email Lab@WashingtonFilmworks.org. |
INCENTIVE FILM 4 MINUTE MILE GETS RELEASE DATE Gravitas Ventures has acquired the North American distribution rights to Washington incentive film 4 Minute Mile (formerly One Square Mile) and a 2014 summer release has been scheduled. The feature co-stars Kim Basinger (L.A. Confidential), Kelly Blatz (Glory Daze), Cam Gigandet (Burlesque), Rhys Coiro (Entourage), Analeigh Tipton (Crazy, Stupid, Love) and Richard Jenkins (Jack Reacher). Production took place in the Seattle area in 2012.
An August 1 theatrical release is anticipated. Can’t wait till later this summer to see 4 Minute Mile? The Seattle International Film Festival hosts the World Premiere on June 5. Learn more on the WF Blog.
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WASHINGTON INCENTIVE FILMS AT SIFF 2014
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COMMERCIALIZE SEATTLE MAKES AN IMPACT
Since its launch last fall, the Commercialize Seattle campaign continues to drive more production and advertising business to the region. More than 50 local production companies and ad agencies have registered with the initiative, with another 39 inquiries from out-of-state agencies interested in bringing their production to Washington. WF has allocated funding assistance to 5 projects as part of Commercialize Seattle, representing an average hourly rage of $50 for workers! These projects have had an estimated economic impact of $5 million in Washington State.
Local production companies and agencies can register here and learn more about how to submit work. Watch for monthly Commercialize Seattle news on the WF Blog. |
RECOMMENDED READING
The WF Blog discussed a bevy of film activity across the state this month, from Seattle, to Walla Walla, to Spokane and beyond. Subscribe to get our posts via email. See recent highlights below.
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THE ART OF THE PITCH – FMI HAPPY HOUR MAY 28
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