I love making films. Short long, made for tv web, whatever! It just strikes a chord in me. From the organization, the pre-pro, the funding (well, maybe not that part), the shoot, the edit, to the screenings heck the whole 9 yards!
One of life's greatest joys for me is participating with groups of folks who share the same passions. So it was a no-brainer when the position of City Producer for the 48 Hour Film Project here in Portland came up. For those of you who don't know what it's all about you can check it out here: http://www.48hourfilm.com/portland_maine
This is my second year as City Producer and it is just a really great time. It's fun to get everyone their assignments, field the calls from harried and troubled film crews at all hours, and hear their war stories when they hand in their films.
But it's the screenings that really get me. On the Tuesday following the event, we screen all the films from the weekend. There could be up to 31 films this year, of 14 different genres. Each film is a fantastic microcosm of the amazing creativity here in Portland. And to see the throngs of people that come out to appreciate the films and their creators, and the pride of the film makers as the theater erupts in applause after their film is just a fantastic feeling.
It's a great way to celebrate Maine's independent Film Making community. It kicks off tonight at the Empire Dine and Dance in Portland where the teams pick their genres and I assign their elements. Then they are out the door at 7 for a wild weekend of film making!
My one regret is that as City Producer, I can't participate!
Good luck to all the teams this weekend....
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