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Opportunities: Rough Cuts
Nov 1, 2011
Rough Cuts is a series of work-in-progress documentary screenings that are produced at a variety of locations throughout San Francisco. The next event (November 14, 2011; 7:30 p.m.) features one rough cut of a feature-length documentary and then a conversation about the film. The post-screening discussion is designed to give the filmmaker a better, more objective sense of what is working and not working with the film, with particular attention paid to improving the film's structure and narrative clarity. ELIGIBILITY: Rough Cuts is currently accepting submissions for the next event. If you are editing a documentary that is over 40 minutes long and are seeking feedback, they encourage you to submit. Principal photography should have been completed, and filmmakers tare encouraged to submit films that are in the later stages of post-production. AWARDS: Invaluable feedback and constructive criticism. DEADLINE: November 1, 2011. Submissions must arrive by 5:00 p.m. WEBSITE: sfroughcuts.com/index.html.
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Joshua Moore, on Location
Michael Fox
Oct 28, 2011
Filmmaker and programmer Moore talks process, offers perspective on his debut feature and Cinema by the Bay opener, ‘I Think It’s Raining.’
October 28, 2011

Joshua Moore, on Location
Michael Fox
Oct 28, 2011
Filmmaker and programmer Moore talks process, offers perspective on his debut feature and Cinema by the Bay opener, ‘I Think It’s Raining.’
Q & A

Joshua Moore, on Location
Michael Fox
Oct 28, 2011
Filmmaker and programmer Moore talks process, offers perspective on his debut feature and Cinema by the Bay opener, ‘I Think It’s Raining.’
Events

Mill Valley Film Festival
Oct 6, 2011
The 34th Mill Valley Film Festival continues at a number of locations, with a number of notable guests, including directors Gaston Kaboré and Luc Besson. See Dennis Harvey's extended preview on SF360 for the full story. More info and film schedule at mvff.com.
October 11, 2011

Mill Valley Film Festival
Oct 6, 2011
The 34th Mill Valley Film Festival continues at a number of locations, with a number of notable guests, including directors Gaston Kaboré and Luc Besson. See Dennis Harvey's extended preview on SF360 for the full story. More info and film schedule at mvff.com.
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Sjogren Finds ‘Redemption’ in Petaluma
Michael Fox
Aug 31, 2011
Britta Sjogren gets a second chance to make a film about how people rebound from trauma.
In Production

Sjogren Finds ‘Redemption’ in Petaluma
Michael Fox
Aug 31, 2011
Britta Sjogren gets a second chance to make a film about how people rebound from trauma.
September 1, 2011

Sjogren Finds ‘Redemption’ in Petaluma
Michael Fox
Aug 31, 2011
Britta Sjogren gets a second chance to make a film about how people rebound from trauma.
August 25, 2011

San Francisco, Open Your Golden Gates
SF360 Staff
Aug 20, 2011
The Golden Gate Bridge remains in heavy rotation in sci-fi, action genres.
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San Francisco, Open Your Golden Gates
SF360 Staff
Aug 20, 2011
The Golden Gate Bridge remains in heavy rotation in sci-fi, action genres.
News & Blogs

San Francisco, Open Your Golden Gates
SF360 Staff
Aug 20, 2011
The Golden Gate Bridge remains in heavy rotation in sci-fi, action genres.
August 18, 2011

Teens Tackle Production at SFFS Young Filmmakers Camp
Kim Nunley
Aug 12, 2011
The second year of the Film Society's movie-making summer camp puts youth on location.
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Teens Tackle Production at SFFS Young Filmmakers Camp
Kim Nunley
Aug 12, 2011
The second year of the Film Society's movie-making summer camp puts youth on location.
News & Blogs

Teens Tackle Production at SFFS Young Filmmakers Camp
Kim Nunley
Aug 12, 2011
The second year of the Film Society's movie-making summer camp puts youth on location.
August 9,2011

'Days of Heaven'
Aug 10, 2011
Film fans willing to make the trek to El Cerrito's Rialto Cinemas will be rewarded with a screening of Terrence Malick classic (and 'Badlands' companion-piece) 'Days of Heaven.' Concerning the desperate lives of a farm laborer and his lady love, Malick's bleak gem screens only once on Thursday, on the original celluloid. More info rialtocinemas.com.
July 19, 2011

Last Showing: 'Harold and Maude'
Jul 22, 2011
SF institution The Red Vic Movie House celebrates both its anniversary and its closure with screenings of house favorite 'Harold and Maude'—perhaps the quintessential quirky romantic comedy. Those who haven't seen 'Harold and Maude' since its release will delight to revisit its many Bay Area locations and Cat Stevens soundtrack. Red Vic promises a "special birthday treat" for Monday's attendees. More info redvicmoviehouse.com
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Essential SF: ‘North Beach,’ ‘Medicine For Melancholy’
Michael Fox
Jul 20, 2011
Two Bay Area location-based features that speak to the moment are poised to stand the test of time.
In Depth

Essential SF: ‘North Beach,’ ‘Medicine For Melancholy’
Michael Fox
Jul 20, 2011
Two Bay Area location-based features that speak to the moment are poised to stand the test of time.
July 21, 2011

Essential SF: ‘North Beach,’ ‘Medicine For Melancholy’
Michael Fox
Jul 20, 2011
Two Bay Area location-based features that speak to the moment are poised to stand the test of time.
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Essential SF: ‘North Beach,’ ‘Medicine For Melancholy’
Michael Fox
Jul 20, 2011
Two Bay Area location-based features that speak to the moment are poised to stand the test of time.
In Depth

Essential SF: ‘North Beach,’ ‘Medicine For Melancholy’
Michael Fox
Jul 20, 2011
Two Bay Area location-based features that speak to the moment are poised to stand the test of time.
July 21, 2011

Essential SF: ‘North Beach,’ ‘Medicine For Melancholy’
Michael Fox
Jul 20, 2011
Two Bay Area location-based features that speak to the moment are poised to stand the test of time.
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On Kickstarting a Campaign to Bring Back the Parkway
Kim Nunley
May 20, 2011
A local fan of a local cinema has big dreams for his favorite, now-defunct East Bay movie-theater.
May 26, 2011

On Kickstarting a Campaign to Bring Back the Parkway
Kim Nunley
May 20, 2011
A local fan of a local cinema has big dreams for his favorite, now-defunct East Bay movie-theater.
Q & A

On Kickstarting a Campaign to Bring Back the Parkway
Kim Nunley
May 20, 2011
A local fan of a local cinema has big dreams for his favorite, now-defunct East Bay movie-theater.
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SFIFF Brings in Burlesque as Closer
Stephanie Rosenbaum
May 4, 2011
Cabaret New Burlesque gets the French art-house treatment with ‘On Tour.’
May 5, 2011

SFIFF Brings in Burlesque as Closer
Stephanie Rosenbaum
May 4, 2011
Cabaret New Burlesque gets the French art-house treatment with ‘On Tour.’
Reviews

SFIFF Brings in Burlesque as Closer
Stephanie Rosenbaum
May 4, 2011
Cabaret New Burlesque gets the French art-house treatment with ‘On Tour.’
april 22 2011

SFIFF54 Finds Life Among the Ruins
Matt Sussman
Apr 21, 2011
As the San Francisco International Film Festival opens, key films consider the value of place.
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SFIFF54 Finds Life Among the Ruins
Matt Sussman
Apr 21, 2011
As the San Francisco International Film Festival opens, key films consider the value of place.
Reviews

SFIFF54 Finds Life Among the Ruins
Matt Sussman
Apr 21, 2011
As the San Francisco International Film Festival opens, key films consider the value of place.
April 14, 2011

The Art of the Steal
George Rush
Apr 12, 2011
Whether in the foreground or background of your narrative feature, pieces of art require copyright consideration.
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The Art of the Steal
George Rush
Apr 12, 2011
Whether in the foreground or background of your narrative feature, pieces of art require copyright consideration.
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The Art of the Steal
George Rush
Apr 12, 2011
Whether in the foreground or background of your narrative feature, pieces of art require copyright consideration.
03.31.11

Good’s ‘Vigilante’ Tags Graffiti Showdown
Michael Fox
Mar 30, 2011
A nonfiction tagging doc takes a novel approach, looking at those who erase graffiti as opposed to those who make it.
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Good’s ‘Vigilante’ Tags Graffiti Showdown
Michael Fox
Mar 30, 2011
A nonfiction tagging doc takes a novel approach, looking at those who erase graffiti as opposed to those who make it.
In Production

Good’s ‘Vigilante’ Tags Graffiti Showdown
Michael Fox
Mar 30, 2011
A nonfiction tagging doc takes a novel approach, looking at those who erase graffiti as opposed to those who make it.
February 17, 2011

Stone Tour Cultivates the City
Susan Gerhard
Feb 14, 2011
Film professor and farmer Melinda Stone tours San Francisco community centers with film and food for thought.
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Stone Tour Cultivates the City
Susan Gerhard
Feb 14, 2011
Film professor and farmer Melinda Stone tours San Francisco community centers with film and food for thought.
Q & A

Stone Tour Cultivates the City
Susan Gerhard
Feb 14, 2011
Film professor and farmer Melinda Stone tours San Francisco community centers with film and food for thought.
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Ed Burns Looks to Future by Getting Back to Basics
Andrew Provost
Oct 31, 2010
Ed Burns offers ideas about art and marketing as he releases his new film, 'Nice Guy Johnny,' into the world.
November 4, 2010

Ed Burns Looks to Future by Getting Back to Basics
Andrew Provost
Oct 31, 2010
Ed Burns offers ideas about art and marketing as he releases his new film, 'Nice Guy Johnny,' into the world.
Q & A

Ed Burns Looks to Future by Getting Back to Basics
Andrew Provost
Oct 31, 2010
Ed Burns offers ideas about art and marketing as he releases his new film, 'Nice Guy Johnny,' into the world.
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Essential SF: 'Chan Is Missing,' 'Thousand Pieces of Gold,' 'Heat and Sunlight'
Michael Fox
Sep 28, 2010
San Francisco narrative filmmakers offer nuanced visions of their city.
In Depth

Essential SF: 'Chan Is Missing,' 'Thousand Pieces of Gold,' 'Heat and Sunlight'
Michael Fox
Sep 28, 2010
San Francisco narrative filmmakers offer nuanced visions of their city.
September 30, 2010

Essential SF: 'Chan Is Missing,' 'Thousand Pieces of Gold,' 'Heat and Sunlight'
Michael Fox
Sep 28, 2010
San Francisco narrative filmmakers offer nuanced visions of their city.
Festivals

Toronto's New Lightbox Offers Transcendence
B. Ruby Rich
Sep 16, 2010
A festival transforms itself and transports audiences with a visionary new theater.
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Toronto's New Lightbox Offers Transcendence
B. Ruby Rich
Sep 16, 2010
A festival transforms itself and transports audiences with a visionary new theater.
September 16, 2010

Toronto's New Lightbox Offers Transcendence
B. Ruby Rich
Sep 16, 2010
A festival transforms itself and transports audiences with a visionary new theater.
07-21-2010

Reeling in the Years with the Red Vic
Michael Fox
Jul 19, 2010
Look back in (anything but) anger: Members of the Red Vic Collective wax nostalgic on wild times, amazing meals and surprise visits from the theater's biggest fan, Danny Glover.
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Reeling in the Years with the Red Vic
Michael Fox
Jul 19, 2010
Look back in (anything but) anger: Members of the Red Vic Collective wax nostalgic on wild times, amazing meals and surprise visits from the theater's biggest fan, Danny Glover.
Q & A

Reeling in the Years with the Red Vic
Michael Fox
Jul 19, 2010
Look back in (anything but) anger: Members of the Red Vic Collective wax nostalgic on wild times, amazing meals and surprise visits from the theater's biggest fan, Danny Glover.
First Person

Fast-Track Filmmaking with the 48 Hour Film Project
Ryan Riddle
Jun 14, 2010
Making a film called Stagecoach in the Sky as part of the 48 Hour Film Project requires planning, as well as a flying boat.
In Production

Breaux Leads Search Party Through Southwestern Country
Michael Fox
Jun 1, 2010
Maria Breaux, deep in the heart of production on Mother Country talks about politics, process and her existential road movie.
Q & A

Reed's Promise of Prodigal Sons
Michael Fox
Mar 3, 2010
If Kimberly Reed took a not particularly unique path into filmmaking, she certainly took an interesting road out of it.
Festivals

Words from Sundance Staffers: Jon Ho
Hilary Hart
Jan 28, 2010
Hilary Hart, who annually holds down the late-night shift at the Egyptian at Sundance, offers interviews with fellow workers at the festival.
In Production

J.P. Allen and the Landscape of Love
Michael Fox
Jul 14, 2009
J.P. Allen and Janis DeLucia Allen's latest imagining, Sex and Imagining, is a two-character piece thick with dialogue and psychological undercurrents.
In Production

Cyrus Omoomian's 'Democracy': From Iran to Chile
Michael Fox
May 26, 2009
Iranian filmmaker Cyrus Omoomian documents post-Pinochet Chile in work-in-progress Pushing Towards Democracy.
Reviews

'Night and Day:' Location, Location, Locution
Max Goldberg
May 21, 2009
Hong Sang-soo's Night and Day is a comedic unraveling of a South Korean art student's gaffes throughout Paris.
Legal

'Medicine for Melancholy' and the Art of DIY Legal Agreements
George Rush
Mar 3, 2009
For many narrative filmmakers, hiring a lawyer is either an afterthought or not a financial reality, but moving forward with a film without considering legal is a huge mistake.
In Production

A Documentary on Death and Survival in Paradise
Michael Fox
Oct 28, 2008
A husband and wife filmmaking pair are in the midst of a documentary on mysterious disappearances in the Galapagos.
Reviews

Vertigo's 50th Anniversary
Miguel Pendás
Aug 8, 2008
Not many movies call for a celebration of their anniversaries, but one exception is what many have called 'the ultimate San Francisco film.'
Reviews

'The Gits,' the Movie
Dennis Harvey
Jul 2, 2008
The Gits offers both an appreciation of a unique quartet's too-brief career and consideration of Mia Zapata's death.
Reviews

Herzog's 'Encounters at the End of the World'
Dennis Harvey
Jun 26, 2008
Eternally fascinated with extremes of location, Werner Herzog's latest documentary, Encounters at the End of the World, finds the filmmaker exploring life on the edge in Antarctica.
Q & A

Cristian Mungiu's 24 Hours of "4 Months, 3 Weeks"
Howard Feinstein/indieWIRE
Feb 4, 2008
The Romanian film takes place over 24 hours in a provincial town in 1987 before Ceaucescu was deposed.
Festivals

Location Scouting at Sundance
Susan Gerhard
Jan 30, 2008
Susan Gerhard reflects on Sundance's program with particular attention to sense of place.
Q & A

Ariella Ben-Dov, Madcat Mastermind
Susan Gerhard
Sep 24, 2007
As the Madcat Women's International Film Festival heads into its final stretch this coming week in San Francisco, SF360.org felt it was important to catch up with its chief curator, Ariella Ben-Dov.
Reviews

Jewish Humor, After Woody
Michael Fox
Aug 15, 2007
Although it's too early to write Allen off, it's also clear that he hasn't connected with younger audiences in a long time, so who's the next Woody Allen?
Reviews

Dead Channels : The San Francisco Festival of Fantastic Film
Dennis Harvey
Apr 19, 2007
Taste a bit of the vintage grindhouse experience at the last of Dead Channels' Month of Sleazy Sundays triple bill of under-the-radar movies.
Festivals

S.F. International Announces Lineup for 50th
Susan Gerhard
Apr 4, 2007
The festival kicks off with Emanuele Crialese's Golden Door and closes with Olivier Dahan's Edith Piaf biopic, La vie en rose.
Reviews

'Seraphim Falls': Myth in the Western Canon
Dennis Harvey
Feb 6, 2007
The new western isn't really about violence, it's about Myth, in a symbolic, sort of Old Testament-meets-Sergio Leone way.
News & Blogs

Roxie, The Vote
Susan Gerhard
Oct 6, 2006
The List: 25 Bay Area landmarks, including the Roxie and the Fox Oakland, are vying for $1 million in preservation grants from American Express.
Festivals

Ariella Ben-Dov on View-Mastery and "Women's Work"
Susan Gerhard
Sep 11, 2006
The founder of the Madcat International Film Festival talks about the 2006 lineup.
Festivals

Netflix Rolling Roadshow: Return to Alcatraz
Jennifer Young
Aug 30, 2006
Austin's Alamo Drafthouse Cinema touring program brings classics to the locations they made famous, with a mobile outdoor projection unit and inflatable screen.
Festivals

San Francisco International Film Festival's Award Winners
Susan Gerhard
May 5, 2006
A complete list of the winners of the Golden Gate Awards show, which was all about celebrating the city, with filmmakers of all genres saying a kind word or two about it.
News & Blogs

Sundance Cinemas Buys Kabuki 8
Susan Gerhard
Mar 24, 2006
Sundance Cinemas buys the Kabuki 8 and announces plans to reopen as the Sundance Kabuki in early fall 2006.

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