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ENEWS is sent regularly to customers and other associates of Women Make Movies to announce the latest news about WMM films, filmmakers, programs, events and broadcasts.
View online at wmm.com/news/enews.shtml
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SAY MY NAME, WMM'S NEWEST ACQUISITION TO HAVE WORLD PREMIERE AT SXSW!
The newest acquisition by Women Make Movies, SAY MY NAME by Nirit Peled, will make its world premiere in the Documentary Feature Competition at the upcoming South by Southwest Film Festival. Featuring interviews and musical performances from a diverse cast of women including MC Lyte, Remy Ma, Rah Digga, Jean Grae, Monie Love, Estelle and newcomers Chocolate Thai, Invincible and Miz Korona, this powerful documentary delves into the amazing personal stories of women balancing professional dreams with the stark realities of poor urban communities, race, sexism, and motherhood. In a hip hop and R'n'B industry world dominated by men and noted for misogyny, the unstoppable female lyricists of SAY MY NAME are women turning adversity into art. Also making an appearance at SXSW is the animated short CHRONICLES OF A PROFESSIONAL EULOGIST, a film by Sarah Jane Lapp and produced through the WMM Production Assistance Program. Congratulations to our filmmakers! View a trailer of SAY MY NAME here.
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ROUGH AUNTIES FOLLOWS SUNDANCE WIN WITH TRUE VISION AWARD FOR DIRECTOR KIM LONGINOTTO
Women Make Movies is thrilled to announce that Kim Longinotto, acclaimed director of such films as SISTERS IN LAW, DIVORCE IRANIAN STYLE, and the recent Sundance premiere ROUGH AUNTIES, has been awarded the prestigious True Vision Award given annually to a filmmaker whose work shows a dedication to the creative advancement of the art of nonfiction filmmaking. This award is the sole award of the True/False Film Festival, the next stop for ROUGH AUNTIES following it's Sundance appearance, where it recently garnered the World Cinema Documentary Jury Prize. ROUGH AUNTIES was recently acquired for broadcast by HBO Documentary Films, and was produced by Rise Films, the team behind the award-winning WE ARE TOGETHER.
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WATCH LEILA KHALED ON SUNDANCE CHANNEL FEBRUARY 26
Don't miss your chance to see LEILA KHALED: HIJACKER, by Palestinian filmmaker Lina Makboul, during its broadcast run on Sundance Channel. This powerful film documents the story of the young Palestinian who made headlines in 1969 as the first woman to hijack a plane. As a Palestinian child growing up in Sweden, the filmmaker admired Leila Khaled's story for her bold actions; however as an adult, Makboul began asking complex questions about Khaled's legacy. In light of a recent wave of violence in Gaza, Makboul's film raises timely and relevant questions that are more important than ever. WMM is pleased to announce the the next screening of this sensitive, award winning documentary on Sundance Channel, Thursday, February 26, at 1 pm. Check Listings.
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IMPORTANT NYSCA AND PRODUCTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM DEADLINES
Women Make Movies is inviting women directors who live or have residency in New York State, to apply through WMM for New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) funds, annually awarded in grants of up to $25,000. You DO NOT need to be a filmmaker or member of WMM. This year WMM will register your "intent to apply" for you! Simply email WMM your project information no later than February 20 and WMM will register your project for "intent to apply." For directions and more information about this important opportunity, please visit our site here.
APPLY FOR FISCAL SPONSORSHIP THROUGH THE WMM PA PROGRAM!
The next deadline for applications to the WMM FS Program is fast approaching. Since 1986, WMM has been helping emerging and established filmmakers at all stages of production get their visions to the screen. Recent PA fiscally sponsored projects include the Academy Award® nominated NERAKHOON (THE BETRAYAL) by Ellen Kuras and Sundance U.S. Documentary Directing Award winner EL GENERAL, by WMM filmmaker Natalia Almada. Along with fiscal sponsorship, the PA Program offers vital support in the form of resources, professional enrichment, and networking opportunities including: fundraising resources, rough cut screenings, workshops, meet the funder events, professional networking, and one-on-one consultations. Next Deadline: February 17. For details or to apply visit us here.
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OPPORTUNITIES AT WMM: OFFICE SPACE RENTAL, INTERNSHIPS AND MORE
1,500 SQ FT SOHO OFFICE SPACE FOR SUBLEASE | SHORT OR LONG TERM
Centrally located in a beautiful landmark building in SoHo, this 1,500 sq. ft. loft space is available for sublease on a monthly basis (perfect for production companies, casting offices, and galleries/showrooms) or annually (ideal for photographers, designers, and nonprofit groups). Mixed tenant building features architects, media/print/graphics agencies, real estate firms, and nonprofit organizations. On the corner of Broadway and Grand St, and near 6, N, R, Q & W trains. Please contact Maya Jakubowicz at mjakubowicz@wmm.com or call 212.925.0606 to inquire.
AFFORDABLE CONFERENCE/SCREENING ROOM RENTAL
WMM offers affordable multi-use conference/screening room rental opportunities for screenings, workshops, meetings, or events at Women Make Movies. Facilities are centrally located in SoHo, NYC, and include use of TV, DVD players, a projector, and more. Please contact Gayathri Iyer at giyer@wmm.com or call 212.925.0606 to inquire.
WMM WINTER/SPRING INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Women Make Movies is seeking interns to join our team! WMM offers hands-on practice with real responsibilities, while also providing valuable access to WMM filmmaking workshops, our extensive film/video archives, invitations to screenings and receptions, and course credit. More at our website. Please feel free to forward this opportunity widely.
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About Women Make Movies
Women Make Movies is the world's leading distributor of independent films by and about women, with a focus on cutting-edge documentaries that give depth to today's headlines, as well as artistically and intellectually challenging works in all genres. Our films are showcased in prestigious exhibition venues and festivals both nationally and internationally. Our Production Assistance Program serves both emerging and established women directors with Fiscal Sponsorship, a bi-annual filmmaker Workshop Series, and Information Services. For more information, visit www.wmm.com.
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