VF13 BREAKING NEWS: 2ND SOLD OUT "COMMIE CAMP" BLOCK SETS NEW VF RECORD

That's right... we now know what well over two hundred people will be doing on the evenings of June 28th & 29th, when VF13 "Centerpiece" world premiere, COMMIE CAMP, ignites the screen at New York's Tribeca Cinema.

Calls flooded the VF offices and tickets SOLD OUT completely for the added show in just two days, making this the fastest selling program in the 13 years that VF has been running.  The encore program block, which includes the shorts THE COLLECTOR'S GIFT, I FEEL STUPID, and THE GASKETTES, plays on Saturday evening, June 29th, at 5:30pm.

For tickets to other VF13 programs, please visit us:
http://visionfest.com/film_festival/films/2013/

VISIONFEST 13 PROGRAM 06 IS SOLD OUT WITH 23 DAYS TO GO...

What are people doing in New York this summer?  Well, we know what a whole slew of them are doing on the evening of June 28th.  Literally selling like 'hot cakes,' as the old saying states, tickets to Program 06 of this year's VF13 line-up are SOLD OUT.

One of two "Centerpiece" blocks of this edition of VF, Program 06 boasts the World Premiere of Katie Halper's COMMIE CAMP, a documentary film about Camp Kinderland, a summer camp which, since 1923, has been preaching the gospel of peace and social justice for all, just as Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck rage against the supposed indoctrination of today's children by 'extremist' liberal institutions.  This film shows what really goes on at one of these 'training' camps.  Preceding the feature presentation will be the animated short, THE COLLECTOR'S GIFT, by Ryan Kravetz; the coming of age short, I FEEL STUPID, by Milena Pastreich; and the fun on wheels short doc, THE GASKETTES, by Jason House.

Tickets for this engagement 'sold out' in a mere 8 days and with 23 days to go before show time, making this one of the fastest selling VF programs since director Steve Balderson's narrative features, FIRECRACKER (VF05) and THE CASSEROLE CLUB (VF11) pulled similar speed sales in their respective runs.  Tickets to other VF13 shows are still available and may be obtained online by visiting:
 http://visionfest.com/film_festival/films/2013/

VISIONFEST 13 TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

Tribeca Cinemas Marquee - VISIONFEST 13

IT'S ALL HAPPENING!

This is it!  Tickets are now on sale and Visionfest 13: The Other Festival is ready to rock New York City for its 13th consecutive run.  33 films will come to life on the Tribeca Cinemas screens from Wednesday thru Sunday - June 26-30, 2013.

Securing advance tickets to the event is quick and easy... A couple of clicks, a confirmation e-mail from PayPal (which you need to bring with you to the theater, either as a hard copy or accessible on a mobile device - and yes, bring a photo ID for the cardholder), and you're ready to rock!

For tickets & showtimes - along with synopses, trailers, and Web links to participating films
CLICK THIS!

Tickets are just $12.00 + a $1 convenience fee, which makes each ticket: VF$13!

You may also purchase tickets at the door... but we wouldn't advise that if you REALLY want to see the films you want to see.

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Visionfest announces 2013 Feature Screenwriting Competition Spring Semi-Finalists!

Congratulations to the 2013 Spring Semi-Finalists:

GET ME THIS WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE by Pearse Lehane
HANCOCK PARK by Steven Wolfson
JOINING UP by John McGuire
THE LOOPHOLE by Sonja Greenlee & Martha Pinson
RANDOM ACTS OF VIOLENCE by Chris Spies

VISIONFEST 13 OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCES LINE-UP!

Photo taken hours before the opening program of VF10

New York, May 17, 2013 - Coming in a couple of days earlier than originally slated, VISIONFEST 13: THE OTHER FESTIVAL, is proudly posting its full Program Lineup for this year's fest.  The announcement is being anticipated from its original target date of May 20th in an effort to give participating filmmakers, particularly those who are from out of state, a little more time to possibly consider their prospective plans to be on hand when their projects unveil in the independent film mecca of New York City: TriBeCa.  The early announcement is also intended to provide more strategic planning time for everyone involved, as VF13 preps its official "Press Release" announcement, which will go out as planned, on the morning of May 20th to the festival's media database.

For the complete schedule with synopses, info links, and trailers, please visit our website at:

www.visionfest.com

We would like to publicly congratulate all the filmmakers whose works are being showcased this year and we look forward to seeing you all at Tribeca Cinemas for...

VISIONFEST 13: THE OTHER FESTIVAL

June 26-30, 2013 – Tribeca Cinemas, NYC

WEDNESDAY -- JUNE 26

PROGRAM 01 -- 8:00pm -- Tribeca Cinemas 2

UPGRADE   D: Andrey Alistratov & Hazuki Aikawa - 1.5 min. Experimental Short

ILLUSION   D: Jessica Hester - 10min. Narrative

THE FIRST HOPE   D: Jeremy David White - 12min. Narrative

TWENTY MILLION PEOPLE   D: Michael Ferrell - 75min. Narrative

Scene from TWENTY MILLION PEOPLE

OPENING NIGHT AFTER-PARTY & IVA NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCEMENT

Your Program 01 tickets will entitle you to admission to this after-party, which immediately follows the screening, as the audience spills out into the Tribeca Main Lounge. There will be a full cash bar available and some delicious drink specials, including the famous BLURRY VISION Martini. Independent Vision Award (IVA) nominations will be announced. 

THURSDAY -- JUNE 27

PROGRAM 02 -- 7:00pm -- TC 1

SEED STORY D: William D. Caballero Lin - 12min. Experimental

37   D: Puk Grasten - 8min. Narrative

DORI D: Annette Beatrice - 7min. Narrative  (SCREENING OUT OF COMPETITION)

THE COLOR OF MOONLIGHT D: Naga Kataru - 11min. Documentary

DRIVING BLIND    D: Brian James Griffo - 76min. Documentary

PROGRAM 03 -- 8:00pm -- TC 2

LIFT   D: Kieran Valla - 15min. Narrative

HOW TO MAKE MOVIES AT HOME D: Morgan Nichols - 93min. Narrative

PROGRAM 04 -- 9:30pm -- TC 1

MUGS   D: Ronnie Cramer - 4min. Experimental

IRIS D: Justin S. Lee - 6min. Narrative

BUILDING THE COALITION D: William Djuric - 18min. Documentary

SYSTEM PREFERENCES D: Anya Belkina - 34min. Documentary

DO NOT DUPLICATE   D: Jonathan Mann & Sean McGing - 31min. Documentary

FRIDAY -- JUNE 28

PROGRAM 05 -- 7:00pm -- TC 1

MY PAIN IS WORSE THAN YOUR PAIN D: Adam Hall - 17min. Narrative

PALACE LIVING   D: Zack Ordynans - 83min. Narrative

PROGRAM 06 -- 8:00pm -- TC 2

THE COLLECTOR'S GIFT D: Ryan Kravetz - 9min. Animated

I FEEL STUPID D: Milena Pastreich - 15min. Narrative

THE GASKETTES   D: Jason House - 14min. Documentary

COMMIE CAMP   D: Katie Halper - 70min. Documentary

PROGRAM 07 -- 9:30pm -- TC 1

BIRTHDAY BOY D: Erika Tasini - 2.5min. Narrative

BROKEN SIDE OF TIME D: Gorman Bechard - 126min. Narrative

SATURDAY -- JUNE 29

PROGRAM 08 -- 8:00 pm -- TC 2

VI    D: Gerrad Wilson - 19min. Narrative

SIDE EFFECTS   D: Traven Rice - 20min. Narrative

GOLDEN   D: Kjell Kvanbeck - 9min. Narrative

PRETTY   D: Alex Lubliner - 17min. Narrative

PALIMPSEST   D: Michael Tyburski - 17min. Narrative

FAREWELL JIMMY   D: Sanghyun Kim - 24min. Narrative

SUNDAY -- JUNE 30

PROGRAM 9 -- 6:30pm -- TC 2

Encore Presentation of

UPGRADE   D: Andrey Alistratov & Hazuki Aikawa - 1.5 min. Experimental Short

HAPPINESS D: Chris King  - 18min. Narrative

THE COEXIST COMEDY TOUR D: Larry Brand - 88min. Documentary

from THE COEXIST COMEDY TOUR

THE IVA CEREMONY -- 8:30pm -- TC 2

NOTE: Although this is a FREE PROGRAM that is open to the public, FILMMAKER, PRESS, & INDUSTRY badge holders will receive priority and guaranteed seating. Reservations for a "free admission ticket" must be established with reps at our HOSPITALITY DESK, which will be located in the Main Lobby of Tribeca Cinemas and will be open daily at 6pm, throughout the duration of the film festival.

The IVA

INDEPENDENT VISION AWARDS 2013 20min

VISIONFEST 13 honors its participating filmmakers with an awards ceremony that will also reveal the top three scripts from the VF13 Feature Screenwriting Competition.

CLOSING NIGHT WRAP PARTY & PHOTO OP GET-TOGETHER

Mingle with everyone in the Tribeca Lounge, take some pics, and relax with a full cash bar, some complimentary hors d’oeuvres, drink specials, and cool DJ music.

VISIONFEST - Domani Vision Film Society has a new friend!

Visionfest - Domani Vision Film Society is proud to announce its alliance and support of FILMHAUS CAMP... 

As of this morning, we have a new friend on the block, and here's what they say about what they do:

(The following excerpt is copied and pasted from the official Filmhaus Camp website)

WHAT IS FILMHAUS CAMP ?

The appeal and all the glitz and glamour of the film industry have long been a dream for many in Asia. Filmhaus Camp offers the unique opportunity to attend Master Classes by acclaimed Hollywood directors, producers and writers. Working closely with educational institutions, our Master Class series is open to students, professionals and amateur filmmakers who have a passion for improving their craft and telling stories through the magic of cinema.

By learning directly from the masters of film, students will benefit from their vast experience in production, as well as learning the higher techniques that separate quality filmmakers from the rest.

OUR VISION

Storytelling is at the heart of what we do. And that's why we want to help shape the future generation of filmmakers to become good storytellers.

With this vision, we strive to provide our students with the knowledge, ideas, and inspiration that can carry them forward to rewarding careers in the film industry.

INDUSTRY CONNECTIVITY

The strength of our connections with the Hollywood film industry is what sets Filmhaus Camp apart. Our stable of celebrated speakers include Oscars®, Emmys®, and nearly every other meaningful artistic accolade from a broad range of specialties. From screenplay writing to directing, producing, cinematography, set design and even animation, bringing an award-winning experience to our Master Classes.

(End of excerpt)

We're very excited about this brand new alliance and invite you to...

Visit and Like our new friends...  http://www.filmhauscamp.com/?p=festivals

Some years ago, I had the great fortune of meeting Roger Ebert during a Press Screening at Sundance... I actually sat across the aisle from him, which was a goose bump inducing experience. That same year, I saw him do a "live" commentary of the first 30 minutes of CITIZEN KANE at a special Hamptons Film Fest screening... another great moment... minutes later, I shook his hand... the hand of the Pulitzer Prize winning film critic, who today, rejoined his best friend Gene in that great movie theatre in the sky... agree or disagree with their reviews, none of it matters. What's left is the legacy... These gentlemen changed the way people perceive film criticism forever. From SNEAK PREVIEWS to SISKEL & EBERT... AT THE MOVIES, mainstream America now views films in a whole other way... and to that, I say, now and forever, thumbs up Roger and Gene... R.I.P. and thank you for the magic!