In Conversation with...International Filmmakers
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
6:30 -8:30pm
FREE!
As a member-only sneak preview of the Short Film Showcase, this evening features international filmmaker Denie Pentecost (Sexy Thing/Australia), and Kate Jessop (Desires/United Kingdom), moderated by WIFT-T Executive Director, Sadia Zaman.
This is an opportunity to learn about the craft and vision of these talented filmmakers in an intimate setting and is exclusive only to our membership. Light refreshments will be served.
Space is limited!
RSVP to wift@wift.com with your member number.
Location: Goodmans, 250 Yonge Street, 24th floor
Desires / 1 :42 minutes
Kate Jessop / United Kingdom
Synopsis:
Desires is a composite of stop frame and drawn animation and live action footage based on a poem by Gaia Holmes.
Director Bio:
Kate Jessop is currently artist in residence at Manchester Metropolitan University. Her practice includes experimental film and the visualization of sound encompassing animation and live action.
St John's International Women's Film Festival (Canada) 2007
Bird’s Eye View Film Festival (UK) 2007
Film de Femme (Créteil, France) 2007
Britspotting (Berlin, Germany) 2007
Sexy Thing / 14 minutes
Denie Pentecost / Australia
Synopsis:
On a dry, suburban day, one child’s secrets can be seen forever…
Director Bio:
Denie has worked on films and completed a number of director’s assignments and courses, namely at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School. Sexy Thing is her debut as a writer/director.
W.O.W (World of Women) Film Festival, Australia 2007
Official Selection – Shorts Competition: Festival de Cannes, France 2006
Seattle International Film Festival, USA 2007
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