May 6: WIFT-AT Annual General Meeting in Halifax on June 24

May 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment

WIFT-AT is pleased to announce that our AGM has been set for Monday June 24, from 6 – 8 pm. The meeting will be in Halifax, NS, with the location to be confirmed. We’re hoping that members from Halifax and from away will be able to join us for a get together/networking event to have some quality and fun time to socialize before a short AGM where will we have a the elections, chair report and year end financials. It would be fabulous to see as many new/remaining and old bd members as well as regular members come out for a chance to bring on the summer!

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May 6: What’s Happening at WIFT-AT

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Title of Event: The Visual Mind of the Screenplay with Bill Boyle
Location: The Haviland Club, 2 Haviland Street, Charlottetown, PEI
Date/Time: Friday and Saturday, May 24th and May 25th

Description: Women in Film and Television–Atlantic (WIFT-AT) and the Island Media Arts Coop (IMAC) are jointly sponsoring two days of lectures and conversation with Hollywood producer, director, author, Bill Boyle, on the craft of writing the picture perfect screenplay. Bill Boyle, an award winning screenwriter, UCLA Extensions Instructor, and author of The Visual Mindscape of the Screenplay, has been rated by Creative Screenwriting Magazine among the top 10% of Script Analysts and Consultants. Bill has been involved in the film industry in both Canada and the U.S. for over 25 years as a writer, director, agent, producer, story editor and mentor.

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Apr 8: What’s Happening at WIFT-AT

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HIFF2013 Logo Apr 8: Whats Happening at WIFT ATHalifax Independent Filmmakers Festival (HIFF)

Location: Bus Stop Theatre/NSCAD University/Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
Date/Time: April 6-12th
Description: The Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival (HIFF) is dedicated to the exhibition of film and video as art in a noncompetitive setting free from commercial agendas. Focusing on the short film as a form of expression and on Canadian artists, the 7th Annual HIFF takes place April 6-12, 2013. Be sure to check out the WIFT-AT Women in Film Showcase on Wednesday, April 10th at 9pm.

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April 10: WIFT-AT Screens 12 Films at HIFF in Halifax

April 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Screen shot 2013 04 03 at 12.33.56 AM April 10: WIFT AT Screens 12 Films at HIFF in HalifaxJoin WIFT-AT at the Bus Stop Theatre on Wednesday, April 10, as we present 12 short films by Canadian women. The screening is part of the Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival (HIFF) and will showcase the work of some of the region’s top emerging & established directors. A reception and Q&A with the directors will follow the screening.

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Mar 11: What’s Happening at WIFT

March 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Women Making Waves Conference
Location: University of King’s College, Halifax, NS
Date/Time: March 15-17, 2013
Description: WIFT-AT is proud to host WMW 2013. The conference is a must attend event for all emerging and experienced filmmakers and offers opportunities for learning and skill-building from excellent keynote speakers, informative and fun workshops and panels, and plenty of networking time. To register and to view conference schedule, click here:
Master Class: Producer Reinvented with Phyllis Laing
Location: NSCAD University, Academy Building. 1649 Brunswick Street, 2nd Floor, Halifax, NS
Date/Time: March 15, 2013 (1-6pm)
Description: How do producers maintain their livelihoods, create a strategy for survival and growth and continue to be part of the rich fabric of regional storytelling in the face of a constantly changing industry? Find out! To register and for more info, click here:
Master Class: Depth of Field: Inside Cinematography with Stephanie Weber-Biron
Location: NSCAD University, Academy Building. 1649 Brunswick Street, 2nd Floor, Halifax, NS
Date/Time: March 15, 2013 (1-6pm)
Description: This intensive afternoon will rip the lens off cinematography as instructor Stéphanie Weber Biron shares her experiences working with the creative team from the director to the camera assistant illustrated with screenings of her work and demonstrations. Stephanie will offer her insights into visual style: how to talk about it, the technical needs of a project, determining size of the lighting, grip and camera crews, choice of camera and the overall aesthetic approach. To register and for more info, click here:

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March 15: Opening Night at WMW13

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In celebration of documentary & female filmmakers, Women Making Waves has secured the perfect film to open this year’s conference. The World Before Her, written & directed by Nisha Pahuja, is the story of two groups of young women struggling for freedom in India. The first, a group of beauty pageant contestants; the second, fundamentalists training in a militant women’s camp.

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March 17: Wave Awards Brunch

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March 15-17: Women Making Waves Conference in Halifax

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Feb 12: WIFT-AT Potluck in St. John’s

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You’re invited to a WIFT-AT Potluck Feb. 12

Board member Anita McGee has graciously offered to host a potluck this Tuesday, and we accepted! Come chat about what you’d like to see here from WIFT-AT, your challenges in the field, or better still, tell us about your upcoming amazing project!

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Feb 23: Last Day for Early Bird Pricing for WMW

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