Month: August 2016

Happy Birthday: Tim Burton

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timburton.jpgTim Burton

Born: August 25, 1958 in Burbank, California, USA

[genres] “I had never really done something that was more of a horror film, and it’s funny, because those are the kind of movies that I like probably more than any other genre. The script had images in it that I liked .”

Beetle Juice
1988
dir. Tim Burton
starring
Alec Baldwin
Geena Davis
Michael Keaton		 BatmanBatman
1989
dir. Burton
starring
Jack Nicholson
Michael Keaton
EDWARD SCISSORHANDSEdward Scissorhands
1990
dir. Burton
Starring
Johnny Depp
Winona Ryder		 BATMAN RETURNSBatman Returns
1992
dir. Burton
starring
Michelle Pfeiffer
Danny DeVito
THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMASThe Nightmare Before Christmas
1993
dir. Henry Selick
Starring
Danny Elfman
Chris Sarandon
written by Burton		 Ed WoodEd Wood
1994
dir. Burton
starring
Johnny Depp
Martin Landau		 SLEEPY HOLLOWSleepy Hollow
1999
dir. Burton
Starring
Johnny Depp
Christina Ricci		 BIG FISHBig Fish
2003
dir. Tim Burton
Starring
Ewan McGregor
Albert Finney
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
2005
dir. Tim Burton
Starring
Johnny Depp
Freddie Highmore		 SydneyWhiteSweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
2007
dir. Burton
Starring
Johnny Depp
Helen Bonham Carter		 Alice in Wonderland Movie PosterAlice in Wonderland
dir. Tim Burton
Stars
Mia Wasikowska
Johnny Depp		 movie posterPLANET OF THE APES
2001
dir. Tim Burton
Starring:
Mark Wahlberg
Tim Roth
MOVIE POSTERDARK SHADOWS
dir. Tim Burton
Stars:
Johnny Depp
Michelle Pfeiffer		 MOVIE POSTERFRANKENWEENIE
dir. Tim Burton
Stars:
Winona Ryder
Catherine O’Hara

Happy Birthday: Sean Connery

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seanconnery.jpgSean Connery

Born: August 25, 1930 in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Married to:
Micheline Roquebrune (6 May 1975 – present)

I never disliked Bond, as some have thought. Creating a character like that does take a certain craft. It’s simply natural to seek other roles.

Dr. No
1962
dir. Terence Young
Starring:
Connery
Ursula Andress		 FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVEFrom Russia with Love
1963
dir. Terence Young
Starring:
Connery
Lotte Lenya
GOLDFINGERGoldfinger
1964
dir. Terence Young
Starring:
Connery
Claudine Auge		 THUNDERBALLThunderball
1965
dir. Guy Hamilton
Starring
Connery
Gert Frobe
You Only Live Twice
1967
dir. Lewis Gilbert
Starring
Connery
Akiko Wakabayashi		 MARNIEMarnie
1964
dir. Alfred Hitchcock
starring
Tippi Hedren
Connery
DIAMONDS ARE FOREVERDiamonds are Forever
1971
dir. Guy Hamilton
Starring
Connery
Jill St. John		 TIME BANDITSTime Bandits
1981
dir. Terry Gilliam
Starring
Craig Warnok
David Rappaport
THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KINGThe Man Who Would Be King
1975
dir. John Huston
Cast
Sean Connery
Michael Caine		 THE NAME OF THE ROSEThe Name of the Rose
1986
dir. Jean-Jacques Annaud
Starring
Sean Connery
Christian Slater		 The UntouchablesThe Untouchables
1987
dir. by Brian De Palma
starring
Kevin Costner
Connery
MOVIE POSTERTHE LONGEST DAY
1962
dir. Ken Annakin
Andrew Marton
Bernhard Wicki		 Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeIndiana Jones and the Last Crusade
1989
dir. Steven Spielberg
starring
Harrison Ford
Connery		 MOVIE POSTERTHE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER
1990
dir. John McTiernan
Stars:
Sean Connery
Alec Baldwin		 League of Extraordinary GentlemenThe League of Extraordinary Gentlemen
2003
dir. Stephen Norrington
starring
Connery
MOVIE POSTERFIRST KNIGHT
1995
dir. Jerry Zucker
Starring:
Sean Connery
Richard Gere

 

Today’s Quote: Cinematographer Michael Simmonds (Vice Principals)

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On his ideal director:

I want a good collaborator in a director, someone who is not afraid of communication. Good ideas come from lots of ideas. Although a director needs a “vision” they also need to explore all possibilities in a scene. They must be a leader and exciting, but egoless. Their decision process should not be based on fear, which is rare. Most people make decisions based on fear, which makes for a weak film. Bold choices make good films.

Read the full interview at www.matthewtoffolo.com here

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Happy Birthday: Alexander Skarsgård

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alexanderskarsgard.jpgAlexander Skarsgård

Born: August 25, 1976 in Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden

I don’t want people to know too much about me. It’s easier for people to suspend belief that way. There’s a risk when people see you in a part and they’re watching Alexander Skarsgard. Also, I learned from my father to keep your integrity and protect your family…there are certain things that you can talk about and certain things you shouldn’t talk about.

STRAW DOGS
dir. Rod Lurie
Stars:
James Marsden
Kate Bosworth		 MOVIE POSTERMELANCHOLIA
dir. Lars von Trier
Stars:
Kirsten Dunst
Charlotte Gainsbourg
MOVIE POSTERTHE GIVER
2014
dir. Phillip Noyce
Stars:
Brenton Thwaites
Jeff Bridges		 ZOOLANDERZoolander
2001
dir. Ben Stiller
Starring
Christine Taylor
Owen Wilson
BATTLESHIP
dir. Peter Berg
Stars:
Alexander Skarsg�rd
Brooklyn Decker		 24Best of TRUE BLOOD TV series
MOVIE POSTERTHE EAST
2013
dir. Zal Batmanglij
Stars:
Brit Marling
Alexander Skarsgard

 

Happy Birthday: Blake Lively

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blakelively.jpgBlake Lively

Born: August 25, 1987 in Tarzana, Los Angeles, California, USA

Married to:
Ryan Reynolds (9 September 2012 – present) (1 child)

(On filming racy scenes on Gossip Girl (2007)) It’s the most awkward thing! There’s a room of 40 people watching you, they’re telling you exactly how to move your head, and it’s completely silent. It’s awful!

THE TOWNTHE TOWN
dir. Ben Affleck
Stars:
Jon Hamm
Rebecca Hall		 SIMON SAYSSimon Says
2006
dir. William Dear
Starring
Crispin Glover
Margo Harshman
NEW YORK I LOVE YOU Movie PosterNew York, I Love You
dir. Fatih Akin etc.
Starring
Shia LaBeouf		 green lanternGREEN LANTERN
dir. Martin Campbell
Stars:
Ryan Reynolds
Blake Lively

MOVIE POSTERSAVAGES
2012
dir. Oliver Stone
Stars:
Aaron Johnson
Blake Lively		 Best of GOSSIP GIRL
Sexy Teen TV SHOW

5. THE TOWN SEX SCENE – Watch sex scene with Ben Affleck. The scene that transformed Blake from TV star girl to feature film woman!

5. ACCEPTED SCENE – Watch AN INVITATION FROM MONICA scene, Thinking that Monica (Blake Lively) is inviting him to her prom party, Bartleby (Justin Long) is disappointed when she asks him.

6. AS CHER – Watch Blake Lively on Saturday Night Live, SNL Blake Lively impression being Cher, Funny SNL skits

7. INTERVIEW – Watch Blake Lively on David Letterman show, Interview promoting movie The Town

8. COMIC CON INTERVIEW – Watch Blake Lively at Comic Con in 2010 promoting her film Green Lantern coming in summer of 2011

9. with BEN AFFLECK – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

10. YOUNG – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

11. YELLOW DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

12. WINTER STYLE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

13. FLORENCE WELCH – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

14. FEET – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

15. FEATHER DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

16. FASHION – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

17. FACE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

18. EYES – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

19. EYEBROWS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

20. ESQUIRE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

21. EMMYS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

22. DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

23. DOG – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

24. DIOR – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

25. DIMPLE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

26. DAS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

27. COMIC CON – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

28. COLLAGE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

29. CLOTHES – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

30. CLEAVAGE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

31. CHASE CRAWFORD – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

32. CHANEL – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

33. BRUNETTE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

34. BROTHER – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

35. BREASTS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

36. BOOTS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

37. BODY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

38. BLUE DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

39. BLONDE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

40. BLACK DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

41. BIKINI – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

42. ZUHAIR MURAD – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

43. BLAKE AND AFTER – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

66. BEACH – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

44. ASS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

45. ALLURE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

46. ABS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

47. WHITE DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

48. WHITE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

49. WALLPAPER – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

50. VOGUE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

51. VERSACE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

52. VANITY FAIR – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

53. UPDO – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

54. UGGS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

55. TIGHTS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

56. TEETH – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

57. TEEN VOGUE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

58. SWIMSUIT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

59. SUPERHERO – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

60. STYLE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

61. STOCKINGS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

62. SMOKING – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

63. SKINNY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

64. SHORT SKIRT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

65. SHOES – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

66. SEXY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

67. with RYAN REYNOLDS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

68. with RYAN GOSLING – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

69. RED CARPET – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

70. PURSE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

71. PURPLE DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

72. PONYTAIL – CLICK and see his dress picture!

73. PINK DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

74. PHOTOSHOOT – CLICK and see his dress picture!

75. PENNY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

76. PENN BADGLEY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

77. OUTFITS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

78. ON THE STREET – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

79. NYLON – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

80. NO MAKEUP – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

81. MODEL – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

82. SKIRT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

83. MAXIM – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

84. MARIE CLAIRE – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

85. MARCHESE DRESS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

86. MAKEUP – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

87. LUCKY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

88. LONG HAIR – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

89. and LEONARDO DICAPRIO – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

90. with LEIGHTON MEESTER – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

91. LEGY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

92. LEGS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

93. with KRISTEN STEWART – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

94. KNEE SOCKS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

95. JUMPSUIT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

96. JEWELRY – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

97. with JESSICA ALBA – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

98. with JENNIFER GARNER – CLICK and see his dress picture!

99. JEANS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

100. JACKET – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

BONUS SCENE – Watch THE TOWN, I want to go with you scene, Krista (Blake Lively) begs Doug (Ben Affleck) to take her with him, but he insists she stays.

BONUS PICS:2011 – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

ICE CREAM – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

HIGH SCHOOL – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

HAIR – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

GOWNS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

BUTT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

HOT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

LEGS – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

MINI SKIRT – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

VAGINA – CLICK and see the ACTRESS photo!

 

Submit to the Thriller/Suspense Festival via FilmFreeway

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I always thought that once a film is finished (or abandoned, as someone said once…), it no longer belongs to the filmmakers – it belongs to the audience. This festival is the perfect illustration of that. I very much appreciate the fact that your audience took the time to watch MEDIATION in the first place, and then chose to stay after the screening to discuss it. As a writer-director, I couldn’t ask for more – if there is an audience that cares enough to talk about a film I wrote and directed, then I’ve done my job.
– Francisco Lorite (Mediation Short Film)

The monthly festival that showcases the best of Thriller/Suspense Genre Stories and Films from around the world.

Next Festival Dates:
July 28 2016
October 27 2016

Submit your Film & Screenplay via FilmFreeway:

Watch the February 2016 Festival Highlights:
February 2016 Short Film Festival Highlights

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Submit to the FEEDBACK Film & Screenplay Festival via FilmFreeway

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I had my table read party for Crime Extraordinaire with a group of friends and writers and everyone was truly amazed at the energy and authenticity that your cast brought to the characters. Thank you for choosing the right cast — they all did an impeccable job!
– Howard Fridkin (Crime Extraordinaire)

Watch Audience FEEDBACK Video, plus read transcript for the short film “The Mega Plush that played at the festival (see what you get when you submit and get accepted):
Read Audience Transcript of the Short Film THE MEGA PLUSH

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Short Film Festival

Your film will get screened in front of a large, broad audience.

– We are a feedback festival and you will actually hear what people and film lovers think of your film. Our festival has been sold out 59 out of our last 61 events.

– Your film…

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Today’s FilmFreeway Deadline: Animation FEEDBACK Festival

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I loved it. It was a totally new experience for me. I’ve obviously shown the film to a lot of friends and people I meet, and it is great to see their reaction as they watch the film. But having people who know about film talk about and comment on your work is something very different. The fact that the audience picked up on some of the small details about the characters & story line gives me a renewed devotion to finish up the series.
– Matt Burniston, Filmmaker “The Mega Plush”

Submit your Animation Short Film and get it showcased at the FEEDBACK Film Festival at two upcoming festivals in 2016:

Submit via FilmFreeway:

Festival #1: In Toronto on August 25 2016. Festival takes place at the Carlton Cinemas in downtown Toronto.

Festival #2: In Los Angeles on November 4 2016. Festival takes place at L.A. LIVE’s Regal Cinemas…

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