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Anne Seibel earned an Oscar Nomination for “Midnight in Paris”. Based in Paris, she has worked with some of the top directors in the world today, including Steven Spielberg, David Frankel, M. Night Shyamalan, Sofia Coppola, Clint Eastwood, and 3 Production Designer assignments with Woody Allen. Go to…
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Art Department Interviews
Originally posted on Matthew Toffolo's Summary:
Read interviews from top people working in the Art Department in the movie industry today. Production Designers. Art Directors. Storyboard Artists. Costume Designers. Interview with Oscar Nominated Production Designer Anne Seibel (Midnight in Paris, Bonjour Anne):http://matthewtoffolo.com/2016/02/19/interview-oscar-nominated-production-designer-anne-seibel-midnight-in-paris-bonjour-anne/ Interview with Oscar Nominated Production Designer Michael Corenblith (Apollo 13, The Blind Side): http://matthewtoffolo.com/2016/02/04/interview-with-oscar-nominated-production-designer-michael-corenblith-apollo-13-the-blind-side/…
International Screenplay Contest – Deadline August 15th
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I have to really thank the actors for my reading, nothing short of terrific as they were, nothing short of incredibly smart, attractive, and perceptive as they were. They brought the script to life better. – Fredric Maffai, Feature Screenplay “Moths to Flame” FULL FEEDBACK on your screenplay from our…
TV SPEC and TV PILOT FESTIVAL – Deadline August 15th
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For anyone writing, I cannot recommend a better competition to enter than WILDsound. Since rewriting my script based on their constructive criticism I have placed in a handful of semifinals and finals that I don’t believe I would have reached without their feedback and continued support. – Kim Godfrey, Eraser,…
1st CHAPTER and FULL NOVEL FESTIVAL- Deadline August 15th (SAVE $50)
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Your critique of my novel? I am ever grateful for it. The invaluable examination is the most in-depth and inspiring that I have ever received. Thank you, endlessly. It is TRULY an inspiration for me to recreate. – Amanda Grieme, Full Novel (Dear Prudence) FULL FEEDBACK on either the 1st…
Today’s Interviews from Hollywood Artists and Indy Filmmakers
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Featuring the best of movie interviews on a daily basis: READ Today’s Interviews: Interview with Cinematographer Michael Simmonds (Nerve, Vice Principals) – Michael Simmonds is a wealth of knowledge when he chats about his love of cinematography. He is a man who is constantly looking into the future and only…
Interview with Foley Artist Marko Costanzo (Silence of the Lambs, The Departed, Life of Pi)
Originally posted on Matthew Toffolo's Summary:
Foley is the reproduction of everyday sound effects that are added to film. These reproduced sounds can be anything from the swishing of clothing and footsteps to squeaky doors and breaking glass. I was very fortunate to sit down with the brilliant and under appreciated Foley Artist Mark…
Interview with Editor Greg D’Auria (Star Trek Beyond, Fast & Furious 6)
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Greg D’Auria is very modest as you’ll see when you read this interview. He’s a wealth of knowledge and an amazing storyteller – as he seems to be the last to know this! He has worked in the editorial department on over 30 productions in the last 20…
Interview with director Lisa Svelmoe (DREAMS OR DEMONS)
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DREAMS OR DEMONS, directed by Lisa Svelmoe played to rave reviews at the Under 5 minute Film Festival in July 2016. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Lisa Svelmoe: I was asked to make a film about a relevant media subject and I chose body image.…
Interview with director Nicola Balhuizen Hepp (WALK)
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WALK, directed by Nicola Balhuizen Hepp played to rave reviews at the Under 5 Minute FEEDBACK Film Festival in July 2016. It was an honor to interview her: Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Nicola Balhuizen Hepp: In dealing with my father’s ageing process, my films…
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