SHOW ME THE MANNER IN WHICH A NATION CARES FOR ITS ANIMALS, AND I WILL MEASURE WITH MATHEMATICAL EXACTNESS THE TENDER MERCIES OF ITS PEOPLE.
~ William Gladstone, British Statesman.
The Philharmonic Center for the Arts, November 5, 2009 --- it was the opening night for the Naples International Film Festival. A fashionably-dressed crowd had turned out to support and cheer the three Film Festival co-founders for their amazing accomplishment. A year ago the festival was just a dream, but this night was proof that passion can push and propel a dream forward into becoming a full-blown reality --- red carpet and all.
In many ways, The Cove, the film that kicked off the festival, tells a similar story of passion. Two filmmakers set out to document the world’s most crucial resource, water. And, in doing so, are drawn into a gripping adventure when they discover a secret lagoon off the coast of Japan. The lagoon holds a sinister secret that a few desperate men will stop at nothing to keep hidden from the world.
The film makers, directed by Louise Psihoyos, heed the heart-pounding call for help from the secretly captured dolphins. They become tireless in their passionate fight to save the dolphins from inhumane captivity and brutal deaths. Their efforts, along with other like-minded activists', help reshape and change laws in many countries.
This award-winning documentary is both brilliant and thought provoking.
Let us all remember: Come to Naples not to retire --- come to Naples to inspire.
Written by Administrator | Sunday, 11 October 2009 - 15:36:46
Reel Insights (http://www.reelinsights.com) is sponsoring a video contest open to the public. Deadline is October 23, 2009.
Description:October 2009 Contest: A Family Struggles with Going Green
"Curious minds wanted to document families struggling to go green. We’re particularly interested in families in which there is some disagreement among family members as to how much money, time and effort to put into the endeavor. Do you know of such a family? We’re looking forward to seeing your entry."
Visit the Official contest webpage (http://www.reelinsights.com/?page_id=212) or read below.
Written by Tamara Chandler | Wednesday, 29 July 2009 - 09:06:08
A newcomer to the film festival arena this year is Sabrina Lee, who has produced a provocative, yet, touching documentary called, “Where You From”, which focuses on 3 mc’s from the unlikeliest of places –following their passion and pursing their dreams. Along the way we discover how hip hop is central to their conflicts, and watch as they express themselves through words, raps & rhymes creatively as the endure their victories, defeats, addictions and hardships of small town life.
Written by Rocio Castineira | Sunday, 28 June 2009 - 23:30:51
It is upon us again: The 3rd Annual San Francisco Frozen Film Festival. The festival shows annually during the second weekend in July (this year July 8-11th) and brings independent filmmakers and musicians to the San Francisco Bay Area from around the globe! Included in the festival are four nights of short films, animation, global features, long and short documentaries, skate films, music documentaries, and music videos. All films screened and accepted into the festival inspire the artistic community with work that is leading film, music, and cinematography's evolution, and that will ensure the Bay Area's reputation for innovation in the arts.
Written by Rocio Castineira | Sunday, 28 June 2009 - 21:15:38
Just in time for the summer, Uncovered Productions has released a coming of age film to keep moviegoers glued to their chairs and then leave them with a new appreciation of life, friendships, and what things may come.
Still Green, written by Georgia Menides, tells the story of a group of high school graduates who rent a beach house before going off to college. Together, the friends learn to cope with death, inner demons, and (of course) love. Each character has his or her own story that, in the end, brings him or her closer to the other characters in unique ways.
A newcomer to the film festival arena this year is Sabrina Lee, who has produced a provocative, yet, touching documentary called, “Where You From”, which focuses on 3 mc’s from the unlikeliest of places –following their passion and pursing their dreams. Along the way we discover how hip hop is central to their conflicts, and watch as they express themselves through words, raps & rhymes creatively as the endure their victories, defeats, addictions and hardships of small town life.
It is upon us again: The 3rd Annual 
Just in time for the summer,