Please plan to join us for the first-ever
New Mexico Professional Filmmakers SHOWCASE
6-9 pm, Friday, February 29
UNM Tuition Remission eligible
Attend the screening of seven original films, professionally produced in New Mexico, chosen by the Friends of Film, Video and the Arts (FoFVA), an international group of independent filmmakers. Enjoy an evening of theater seating, refreshments, and a chance to meet some of the most creative and talented filmmakers in New Mexico.
Seven Filmmakers discuss their work and answer your questions in this timely and provocative kaleidoscope of films! Introduced by Anne Stirling, independent filmmaker and director of FoFVA.
Cost: Only $19, with part of the proceeds going directly to FOFVA
Enroll online here // Learn more here
UNM Tuition Remission eligible
(Fee for FOFVA members: $10)
See the just-released list of films:
The Art of Storytelling, Director’s Cut New Mexico
(US., 2007, 26:44 m, video)
What makes a story a good story? Successful documentary filmmakers Beverly Singer, Arcie Chapa, KNME’s Executive Producer Michael Kamins, Chris Schueler, and Dale Kruzic discuss their passion for storytelling. Produced by Rebecca Dakota and FoFVA. Dakota’s work includes “Pie Crust 101”, a Pies for Peace Project.
Waves (US., 2007 6:21m, video)
In this stylish and beautiful bio on international artist Susan Klebanoff, talented Anton Kozikowski shows his award-winning expertise in cinematography.
Black Eagle, Flying Free (US., 4:00m, video)
Music video of the Grammy Award winning drum group Black Eagle from Jemez Pueblo, beautifully shot and edited by award-winning writer, director, editor, and Continuing Education instructor Brad Stoddard.
Cycling (US., 2008 8m, video)
Focusing on a young man who used cycling to lose 300 pounds, this video is an exciting look at the growing sport of international cycling in New Mexico. Kenneth Segura Knoll is a native New Mexican who has over 30 years experience in film, television, and the internet streaming business.
The Truth By Walden Matussey (US., 2006 7:39m video)
A man battles for his voice to be heard and to expose the government for the obvious liars that they are. Tim Boughn’s second feature length script, The Truth By Walden Matussey, has been optioned by Adams House Productions.
Climate Change, What It Means for New Mexico (US., 2007 24:44m video)
Also by producer, director, and composer Anton Kozikowski, this cutting edge environmental documentary was made for the state of New Mexico. A must-see for anyone without a spaceship!
Teardrop (US., 2007 7m, video)
In this charming love story, a young girl, delightfully played by Elise Eberle, thinks she’s found the answer for two lonely people. Produced for the 48 Hour Film Festival, the film also stars Betsy Burke and Wayne Wilkinson. This is Fritz Eberle’s first narrative work, which he also filmed and co-directed. Betsy Burke cowrote (with Ric Eberle) and co-directed Teardrop.
Special Premiere of “Time Assassins” (U.S., 2008, 5m, HD)
Lee Harvey Oswald and John Wilkes Booth are sent back in time to stop a maniacal priest who plans to sign a Pro Gay Marriage Proclamation allowing homosexuals to corrupt the wholesome fabric of the USA. Can they stop this insidious plan? Director Reuben Finkelstein is a graduate of the CNM film program. His short, “Time Cougars,” just won the National 48Hour Film Competition. Executive producer and DP David Garcia trained at the Academy of Art College in San Francisco and at Boston University School for the Arts. He is co-owner of the local production company halflife* digital.
