Hi ,

Happy Family Day!

We'll keep this week's intro short and sweet.

I'll start off with saying that we're doing a contest for you to win two tickets to the upcoming Crazy8s Gala film screening. All the details of the draw and how to enter is on our Facebook page so head on over there.

Last week, I stumbled across an amusing new Vancouver-based web series, How To Be An Actor . Each episode is split into various chapters, like Acting Class and Getting An Agent. Four of the five episodes have already been released so go over to their website and have a look (www.howtobeanactorseries.com). Does it hit the mark on the type of actors there are in this industry?

I hope you're enjoying the newest long weekend that our province has added into our calendar. Have a great week. Go see some shows. Meet new people. Cross things off your career check list.

Kenji Maeda
CEO, Production Heads Network Inc.

(credit for the #savebcfilm campaign image below goes to www.shimonphoto.com)

FILM-INDUSTRY SPONSORED POLL FINDS STRONG SUPPORT FOR BC FILM
A Mustel Group poll financed by B.C.'s film industry has found strong support for government incentives to encourage film industry growth in B.C. "It was an honest attempt to get the public's temperature given that we've been in the media spotlight with a lot of discussion about a business development tool such as a tax credit," said Motion Picture Production Industry Association of B.C. spokesperson Leslie Wootton.
http://www.timescolonist.com/news/b-c/film-industry-sponsored-poll-finds-strong-support-for-b-c-film-1.69985

COBIE SMULDERS ON HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER'S CANADIAN OBSESSION
A native of Vancouver, Smulders has become How I Met Your Mother's de-facto Canadian ambassador. As Robin Scherbatsky, the former Canadian pop star turned serious news woman, and recent fiancé of former womanizer Barney Stinson (Neil Patrick Harris), Smulders often finds herself the butt of the show's frequent Canadian-based humour.
http://o.canada.com/2013/02/04/colbie-smulders-on-how-i-met-your-mothers-canadian-obsession-her-childhood-much-vj-dream-and-who-is-not-the-mother/

'THE KILLING' ADDS TROUBLED TEEN FOR SEASON 3
Max Fowler will be a series regular as the rebooted AMC drama injects youth. Production begins Feb. 25 in Vancouver.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/killing-max-fowler-joins-season-419757

OSCAR-WINNING 'CHICAGO' PRODUCER URGES CANADA'S ACADEMY TO RETHINK AWARDS VOTING
Don Carmody said Canadian kudofest voters need to recognize popular movies, not just passion projects never released at the local multiplex. "It's about trying to save an institution that I think is valuable," Carmody added.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/oscar-winning-chicago-producer-urges-419601

FLASHPOINT, JEANNE BEKER, IMAX TO GET SPECIAL CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS
Fashion maven Jeanne Beker, the TV series Flashpoint and the big-screen theatre company IMAX are being honoured with special prizes at this year's Canadian Screen Awards. They are among eight recipients of Academy Special Awards, given to "remarkable people and productions that have made their mark in the film, television and digital media industries."
http://www.canada.com/entertainment/Flashpoint+Jeanne+Beker+IMAX+special+Canadian+Screen+Awards/7920227/story.html

THE NEED-TO-KNOW FOR ACTORS MOVING TO L.A.
Moving here is a huge decision that will change your life in ways you can't begin to imagine. That's why you have to be completely ready. So here are three things to consider before you start packing your bags.
http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/secret-agent-man/need-know-actors-moving-l/

AND THE OSCAR COMES FROM ...ONTARIO?
Every year at the Academy Awards, the big question is: Who does the Oscar go to? This year, there's a new one to trip up trivia buffs: Where does the Oscar come from? For the first time in its venerable history, Hollywood's most prestigious accolade is being manufactured under the watch of a Canadian company.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/awards-and-festivals/and-the-oscar-comes-from-ontario/article7964077/

MANY MAJOR THEATERS BELIEVE IN COLOR BLIND CASTING
Asian actors are historically underrepresented on the stage. Many say a regular refrain from theaters is that they believe in colorblind casting. But, as a rash of recent controversies demonstrates, in practice that often means casting white actors in Asian roles.
http://jezebel.com/5980419/many-major-theaters-believe-in-color-blind-casting-except-when-it-comes-to-people-of-color

MULTI-CAM SITCOMS ARE HERE... ARE YOU READY?
If you're gearing up for pilot season in Vancouver, LA, or Toronto, then THE SITCOM SWEATSHOP with MILO SHANDEL is essential!
Join Milo (Star of DISNEY XD/YTV's hit show MR. YOUNG) for a 2-day intensive designed to hone your comedy chops and teach you the technical in's and out's of the multi-cam format. Milo, who has coached privately and on-set, will guide participants through the process of breaking down a sitcom script, finding the funny, and bringing the laughs to multiple cameras. Book now, class size is limited.
When? Feb 16 & 17, 2013
Where? The Cultch, Vancouver BC
How much? $245
Early-bird discount before Feb 1-$215
More info and to register: sitcomsweatshop@gmail.com or www.miloshandel.com

AN EVENING OF OPPORTUNITY
An opportunity to get up close and personal with directors, agents, actors and producers actively working in Vancouver today:
In a time when everyone is focusing on the lack of work and the fear of uncertainty in the BC film community, enjoy an evening focused on the positive opportunities and choices you yourself can make to empower yourself and manage your own career. Hear first-hand from people finding success in the Vancouver market and get the opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed and casual environment.
More info and tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/324794

TARLINGTON TRAINING - REGISTER NOW
ADULTS! Train with Vancouver's best acting coach. Register now for Linda Darlow's popular course, Audition Technique Level 1, beginning April 2013. Book now.
Need to brush up on your skills? Great four week on camera course for young actors 11 and up. Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Registering now for our Feb 22nd session. Perfect for beginner and intermediate actors. Registering now for our Spring Break Week Boot Camps.
March 18th to 22nd (All week all levels). Space is limited.
Details CALL TODAY 604-664-0315 www.tarlingtontraining.com

JEB BEACH | IN THE ROOM WITH TIFFANY MAK
Get IN THE ROOM with Vancouver Casting Director Tiffany Mak and Jeb Beach.
Saturday/Sunday Feb 16/17 at the NEW Actor's Foundry studio: 35 West 5th Ave.
http://bit.ly/TiffanyMak

SOUNDSWRITE
*2-DAY INTRO TO VOICEOVER INTENSIVE Feb. 23 - 24
Commercials, narration, animation, audiobooks and WALLA for films. Get a produced spot for your demo.
*HOME STUDIO SETUP: Feb. 27th
Bring your computer and microphone. Get free software & learn to edit for global auditions.
*NEW! DROP IN EDIT SUITE ongoing
Bring your audio clips and edit alongside us. $25 per hour. *must have taken Home Studio Setup.
*DEMO SPECIAL - Fully produced demo only $499 if booked by Feb 15th.
Book at: www.soundswrite.ca or call 604-985-5532.
Soundswrite students work!

DIALECT COACHING | TONY ALCANTAR
Hollywood producers trust Tony Alcantar with their stars: Oscar-winner Halle Berry, Stellan Skarsgard, Zhang Ziyi. You can trust him too! Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach, recommended by agents, casting directors and other industry professionals. Learn with confidence the most requested dialects and accents required for the Vancouver market. Book that role!
Contact: 604-418-1192, tonyalcantar1960@gmail.com

VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL
Feb 8-17
Local cinematic festival celebrates films that explore life in the outdoors and mountain sports. Guest speakers include rock climber Nina Caprez, mountaineer Greg Hill, wall climber Will Stanhope, mountain biker and filmmaker Harald Philipp, and sea kayaker Justine Curgenven. http://www.vimff.org

THE 19TH ANNUAL RENDEZ-VOUS FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL
Feb 7-23
Vision: To provide the French-speaking and the Francophile communities of British Columbia with artistic, cultural and educative programs and services recognized for their quality and their innovative aspect and to contribute to the blooming of the Francophone community.
http://www.rendez-vousvancouver.com

CELLULOID SOCIAL CLUB
Feb 13 | Anza Club
Annual Lonely Hearts Valentine's Screening. The Celluloid Social Club, monthly screenings featuring the best in independent provocative short and feature films & videos followed by a Q&A. No Minors. Prizes galore.
http://www.celluloidsocialclub.com

THE WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL
February 15 to 17 | Langara College
B.C.'s largest social justice film festival, the festival features documentary films that target social justice, environmental, indigenous, agriculture, sustainability, and activism issues around the world.
http://www.codev.org/film-festival/

24 HOUR MOVIE MARATHON
Feb 16 - 17 | 10am - 10am | The Cinematheque
Let's take our relationship to the next level. Spend the night with The Cinematheque.
http://www.thecinematheque.ca/24hr-movie-marathon

WINDY CITY WOMEN PRESENTS LIQUID
Feb 20 - Mar 2
Back due to popular demand! With sold out shows and amazing reviews, "LIQUID" is back for its second run. You supply the the topic, we take the plunge. A new two act play, improvised each night. "'Windy City Women' is one of the most talented improv groups I've seen in Vancouver. The quick wit on dislplay and the places their imagination take the stories are uncanny" -Paul Armstrong
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/296597

CRAZY 8s 2013 GALA SCREENING
February 23 | Centre For The Performing Arts
Without further ado, please meet the six lucky (crazy?) teams who will be making their short films in just 8 days this year through Crazy8s, starting on Feb. 8!
http://www.crazy8s.cc