Dear Dave,
Now that the film submission process is closed, it's time for Lights. Camera. and Action! I hope you plan to attend the 2009 SONscreen Film Festival VII, April 16-18 in Simi Valley, CA...because this is one festival you do not want to miss. Check out the awesome 2009 workshop presenters line up!
 In addition to public support and exposure for these Christian student/independent films, attendees will gain exclusive access to an eclectic mix of top industry professionals and like- minded inspiring creatives. A wonderful 3 day experience filled with faith affirming films, outstanding workshops, network and fellowship time, and the finale awards gala event.
Click HERE to see what past attendees had to say about their experience.
You'll notice that a few of the workshops have changed from what was originally posted, we apologize for that but...somehow I don't think you'll be too disappointed with the new workshop options.
TICKETS are available right now--BUT SPACE IS LIMITED for workshops. (Note: if you are registered and pre-selected a workshop that it is no longer available--please let us know your NEW preference--you have priority seating)
Sincerely,
Stacia D. Wright, Festival Producer/Co-Founder
SONscreen Film Festival
866-766-3146
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Announcing the SSFF 2009 workshops!
 SONscreen is pleased to welcome, for the very first time:
DICK WOLF (Exec. Director, Law & Order) and we're pleased to be bring back CHRISTOPHER ERSKIN (Director, Johnson Family Vacation) and BRYAN BELKNAP of ActONE, Inc. as our 2009 SONscreen Film Festival presenters. Here is a description of their workshops & times:
DICK WOLF - "TV & Film Production"
Two time Emmy-winner DICK WOLF, one of television's most respected drama series creator/producers, is the architect of one of the most successful brands in the history of television - Law & Order. Wolf serves as creator and executive producer of the three Law & Order drama series from Wolf Films and Universal Media Studios -- Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Law & Order: Criminal Intent.
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 CHRISTOPHER ERSKIN - "Casting from a Directors Point of View"
Erskin's proficiency as a director not only took him to the top of the music video industry with directing hits like Guinwine's PONY remix and others, but also afforded him an entry into the commercial industry and the world of feature films. His first feature, JOHNSON FAMILY VACATION (2004) starred Cedric the Entertainer, Steve Harvey, Vanessa L. Williams and Bow Wow.
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 BRYAN BELKNAP - "The Art of Scriptwriting"
Belknap is a screenwriter, Act One Writing Program graduate, and the winner of the inaugural Art Within Screenwriting Fellowship in 2005. He is currently co-writing a comedy feature for the Blue Collar Comedy guys at Lionsgate. His untitled comedy feature starring Judge Reinhold is in development at A Barking Catfish Productions, and his teen comedy feature, Mr. Popularity, is under option with Accelerated Entertainment. In addition to writing for the screen, Bryan has authored seven books.
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Friday, April 17, 2009
SESSION 1-- 9:30am - 12 noon (2 workshops available)
- CASTING from a director's point of view with CHRISTOPHER ERSKIN
- The art of SCRIPTWRITING with BRYAN BELKNAP
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SESSION 2-- 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm (3 workshops available)
- Discussion on TV & Film PRODUCTION with DICK WOLF
- CASTING from a diretors's point of view with CHRISTOPHER ERSKIN
- The art of SCRIPTWRITING with BRYAN BELKNAP
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More Info
Thank you! Look out for the OFFICIAL FESTIVAL SELECTIONS and the 2009 Screening schedule to be announced later this month and we look forward to seeing everyone at the seventh annual SONscreen Film Festival!
2009 SONscreen Film Festival VII
Location: AMP Studios (inside Adventist Media Center)
101. West Cochran St.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Toll Free: 866-766-3146
Tickets: www.sonscreen.com
Email: info@sonscreen.com
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FESTIVAL VII @ A Glance
Schedule of Events
April 16-18, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
3:00-6:00 pm Registration & Mixer
6:00-8:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:30-10:30 pm Opening Screenings
Friday, April 17, 2009
8:00 am-9:30 am Registration & AMP Studios Tour
9:30am-12 noon Wkshop Session #1
12:15-2:15 pm Lunch on your own
(12:15-2:15 pm Educators Meet & Greet Lunch. Teachers Only)
2:30-5:00 pm Workshop Session #2
5:15-7:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:00-10:30 pm Film Screenings
Saturday, April 18, 2009
9:30-11:00 am Sabbath School and Praise & Worship Music Session
11:00 am-12:00 noon Main Worship service (Keynote: Chris Christmas)
12:00-2:00 pm Lunch On-site
2:30-4:00 pm Industry Panel Session
4:30-6:30 pm Closing Screenings
7:30-9:30 pm Gala Awards Ceremony. (Keynote: Karen Covell)
Attire: Casual (For Most Activities)
Business Casual for Sat. Worship Service & Classy Attire for Awards Gala (no gowns or black tie needed)
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Ticket/Pass Information
Tickets/Passes are also available onsite at the festival for $5 extra.
General Attendance
Thurs - Sat. Night (April 16-18, 2009)
All Festival Pass -- $60
(Includes passes to all screenings, all workshops, panel discussions, and awards event & meal for the entire weekend)
*All Festival Pass Group Discount (6 or more) -- $50
All Screening/Workshop Pass -- $40
(Includes passes to all screenings and workshops)
All Screening Pass -- $25
(Includes passes to all screenings including the opening night premiere)
All Workshop Pass -- $20
(Includes passes to all workshops for the entire weekend)
Individual Daily Screening Pass -- $10 each screening session
Individual Workshop Pass -- $15 each workshop
Saturday Night
Award Event & Meal Pass -- $30
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TIX!
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Get Exposure: Become a 2009 Festival Sponsor
If you are looking for exposure to a more targeted demographic, consider sponsoring one of our special events: Opening Night Meet & Greet, Closing Night Awards Event Gala, Worship Luncheon, Category Awards , International Award.
Advertise in the Festival Catalog: Click here for our sponsorship brochure and contact us for a customized proposal. Please contact George Johnson, Executive Director, by calling (301) 680-6057 or Stacia Wright, Producer.
Email: George.johnson@nad.adventist.org or info@sonscreen.com
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