07.21.08
Posted in Business, Arts & Entertainment, Michigan, Jobs, Film at 5:14 pm by Tim
Whaddya know?! Found out today that I’m slated be on set as an extra in Drew Barrymore’s directorial debut, Whip It!, starring Ellen Page, and which begins shooting next week here in Michigan. I should know soon how many days the filmmakers will use me, and I’m honored to have been chosen, along with hundreds more area residents, by the talented folks at Real Style. It’s amazing to see how quickly the state is attracting movie business since Governor Granholm signed incentive legislation in April. This region is known for keeping wheels turning, now let’s see if we can keep reels turning.
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06.03.08
Posted in Arts & Entertainment, Michigan, Film, Saugatuck/Douglas at 11:46 am by Tim
Presenting “outstanding independent films from all over the United States,” Saugatuck, Michigan hosts its 10th Annual Waterfront Film Festival. This year’s event runs June 12-15 in the town also renowned (as is sister city Douglas) for its B&Bs, and the schedule is packed with highlights, ranging from dramas to comedies to documentaries, and a “Michigan Showcase.” The festival has attained impressive status, with the Screen Actor’s Guild magazine citing it as one of its top five favorites, placing WFF alongside Cannes, Sundance, CineVegas, and SXSW. New to Saugatuck? It’s easy to get there.
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04.04.08
Posted in Arts & Entertainment, Music, Michigan, Film, Detroit at 10:28 pm by Tim
DJ Afrika Bambaataa, Larval, Niagra, and The Polka Floyd. Oh, and Flint’s own Sandra Bernhard as host. That’s only part of the exceptionally diverse, compelling lineup that will take the stage at the 2008 Detroit Fringe Festival, which celebrates “Experimental Music, Art & Fashion” and takes place tomorrow (Saturday), April 5 at the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts. Check out the full schedule, and try to get yourself downtown.
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03.20.08
Posted in Arts & Entertainment, Michigan, Film, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti at 12:17 am by Tim
The Ann Arbor Film Festival remains one of the world’s premier cinematic happenings. I’ve had the pleasure of attending numerous times, and the 46th annual event carries on its long tradition of cutting-edge invention. Learn more about the festival, which runs from Tuesday, March 25 through Sunday, March 30, and please attend, if possible. Here is this year’s schedule, a program sure to provide you a memorable experience. Great slogan: It’s Time to Watch.
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