GENDER GAP CLOSING FOR DIRECTORS IN B.C. FILM: REPORT
Ten years ago an overwhelming 89 per cent of male directors took charge of episodic work, compared to just 11 per cent being women. Compared those
numbers to 2021 — male directors made up 52 per cent of the work in B.C. while females directed 47 per cent.
https://globalnews.ca/news/9275139/gender-gap-bc-directors-film-report/
‘CALL SOMEONE AND SAY YOU LOVE THEM’: ACTOR TOM JACKSON ON HOW TO CHANGE THE
WORLD
Canadian actor, musician and activist Tom Jackson has a solution to better the world. And it has a lot to do with telling someone that you love them. "If I help someone, and they pay it forward, and the person they help pays it forward, and so on — and if that last person in the chain helps somebody you love, they don't know what the value of that gift is."
https://www.newwestrecord.ca/local-news/call-someone-and-say-you-love-them-actor-tom-jackson-on-how-to-change-the-world-6115207
YOUTH USING FAKE GUNS IN MUSIC VIDEO PROMPTS WARNING FROM COQUITLAM RCMP ABOUT IMITATION FIREARMS
After further inspection, Mounties discovered that they were BB guns and the group was filming a music video. The imitation firearms were then surrendered to RCMP. "Imitation firearms can pose a significant risk to the public, police and the person who is carrying it, as the differences between real and fake are in the details. All firearms will be treated as real, until proven otherwise."
https://bc.ctvnews.ca/youth-using-fake-guns-in-music-video-prompts-warning-from-coquitlam-rcmp-about-imitation-firearms-1.6157642
ACTORS SAY THEY'RE STILL OWED THOUSANDS AFTER TORONTO TALENT AGENCY ABRUPTLY SHUTS DOWN
When Madeleine Claude first signed with Toronto talent agency Compass Artist Management in Feb. 2021, she was excited about the opportunity. But less than two years later, the company has ceased to exist and the actor says she is still owed thousands of dollars in wages. https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/used-and-betrayed-actors-say-they-re-still-owed-thousands-after-toronto-talent-agency-abruptly-shuts-down-1.6152593 NATIONAL FILM BOARD NEEDS TO DO BETTER BY BLACK AND RACIALIZED
FILMMAKERS, ADVOCATES SAY
The RESO report reflects an ongoing call for race-based data collection in Canada's film industry. Without those numbers, it's exceedingly difficult for organizations to identify how systemic racism impacts opportunities for filmmakers from underrepresented communities, advocates say. https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/national-film-board-racial-equity-1.6657534
STRATFORD, ONT. WIGMAKER NOMINATED FOR EMMY
If you’ve been to the Stratford Festival during the last 20 seasons or so, you’ve likely seen Erica Croft’s work on
stage.The Stratford wigmaker and hairstylist is a master of her craft. Now her first gig in television has earned her a nomination in the Children’s and Family Emmy Awards.
https://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/stratford-wigmaker-nominated-for-emmy-1.6156258
AS PAY TV SUBSCRIBERS
DECLINE FASTER, PRESSURE BUILDS FOR STREAMING PROFITS
Warner Bros. Discovery and Disney have not yet been able to rely on their nascent streaming services to make up for the loss.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/pay-tv-quarterly-decline-1235261585/
TIPS TO HELP ANY ACTOR IMPROVE THEIR ON-CAMERA PERFORMANCE
Any actor will tell you that nailing an on-camera performance is no easy feat. However, with a little bit of preparation and practice, it’s definitely achievable. But first, you must understand the difference between
acting on stage vs. screen.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/tips-to-help-any-actor-improve-their-on-camera-performance/
THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELF-SUBMITTING
Just because you’re signed with an agency
doesn’t mean your personal hustle stops. But self-submitting and booking outside of your agent comes with its unique challenges and considerations.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/5-things-to-consider-when-self-submitting
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Martin Freeman plus Vince Vaughn, Joel Edgerton, Bob Odenkirk, Nathan Fillion, Stellan Skarsgard...FARGO, SHOGUN, LOST OLLIE, FEAR THE WALKING DEAD, MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE, MANY MORE!
* Teaching since 1989, Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach recommended by agents and casting directors. Learn with confidence and book that role!
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Biz Studio has a twenty-year track record of training young actors who work regularly in film and television.
Our classes offer double the focused 1:1 time of any other school. Each class takes a maximum of six students, and each student also gets 30min of private coaching each week to help prep for class. This is the place for young actors ready to take their work to the next level!
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Jan/Feb and March 2023 classes are open for registration! All classes are in person with safety protocols in place.
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* Acting on Film classes with John Cassini
* Scene Study classes with Edward Foy, Frank Cassini, Jennifer Copping and Brian Markinson
* Actors Instrument work with
Edward Foy
Details for all Classes: www.railtownactors.com/classes
Coaching and Tapings: www.railtownactors.com/coaching
We look forward to hearing from you! COLD READING SERIES
November 21
Join us for a Live-Stream Zoom Event from our homes. This month’s script: “The Family Living Next Door” by G. D. Faris. Meet like
minded artists, writers, directors, actors.
http://www.coldreadingseries.com THE CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL
On now until November 24
The Chutzpah! Festival returns with an exciting
and dynamic lineup of performances, presenting music, theatre, comedy, dance and multimedia arts, connecting communities and celebrating the vibrancy of our stories.
https://chutzpahfestival.com
FESTIVAL OF RECORDED MOVEMENT
On now until November 26
The 7th annual F-O-R-M festival includes 29 short films from 7 countries, 16 world premieres from 11 youth and emerging commissioned artists, along with public screens, FORMations, technology and interaction, workshops and more.
https://www.f-o-r-m.ca
MENA FILM FESTIVAL
November 26 - December 1 The fourth edition features a selection of over 40 shorts and features representing 19 countries from the region and beyond, in addition to panels, workshops, Q&A’s and other special events
https://www.menafilmfestival.com
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL
November 30 - December 4
This year's festival will be presented as a hybrid online and in-person event. Events include film premieres, industry sessions, talent programs, parties and special guest appearances by actors and directors.
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