DPA Member News: Announcing the rebranding of Magic Video, Inc into Magic Production Group

The newly rebranded Magic Production Group (formally Magic Video, Inc) has been supporting the local Dallas video community for over twenty years.

Magic Production Group’s president Massoum Mirzaei decided a change was needed in order to emphasize that the company’s capabilities went far beyond simply video. Whether through its leading-edge productions, soundstage rental, or dynamic corporate events, Magic Production group has worked with both agencies and Fortune 500 companies to build an outstanding reputation within the community.

When not guiding his team in making their clients’ vision a reality, Massoum also serves as a board member on the Dallas Producers Association.

Creative content. Superior productions. Dynamic events. When it all comes together – it’s pure magic.

Filmmaker Alex Cox in person at the Texas Theatre this week!

Renegade filmmaker Alex Cox (REPO MAN, SID & NANCY) will be at the Texas Theatre this Thursday and Friday to present three of his "less seen" films.

Thursday night - WALKER (1988) - 35mm archival print

Friday night - HIGHWAY PATROLMAN (1991) 35mm restored print and STRAIGHT TO HELL RETURNS (1987) digital restoration.

http://www.facebook.com/events/168572329895436/

Alex will be doing Q/A's and signing autographs both nights. Alex is a hugely influential filmmaker who started his career doing off the cuff Hollywood funded films, but then moved into DIY independent films. He's had a long, interesting career!

http://alexcox.com/

Barak Epstein
http://thetexastheatre.com

TXMPA Auction Nov 25-Nov 28

TXMPA Winter Blitz Auction - Coming Soon!

After the success of our fall auction, TXMPA invites you to participate in our Winter Blitz online auction from Black Friday, November 25 thru Cyber Monday, November 28. 

Bidding for Good will host the event and all proceeds will go to TXMPA and the advocacy of the media production industry in Texas. This fundraiser comes just in time for the holidays, and promises items from across the state for everyone on your shopping list. Check Bidding For Good often as we are adding items daily.

DPA member article on Creative Cow

Shooting a feature in digital raw by Jonny Revolt

Hey indie film makers I wanted to post an article I just did about shooting with the Sony F3 in S-LOG for Creative Cow, this is a much more affordable solution than say ARRI or Panavision.  Red and Canon have now just joined this market.

I hope you enjoy it.  Go Texas FILM!

http://magazine.creativecow.net/article/sony-f3-with-slog-shoots-ghost-of-goodnight-lane

Be well,

Jonny Revolt

DPA Member News: AMS Pictures Announces Television Premiere

AMS Pictures is excited to announce the production of How Sweet The Sound: The Road To The Finale - a two hour documentary special for GMC and Verizon Wireless. Premiering November 26th, this program follows gospel choirs who have entered the annual "How Sweet the Sound" competition as they vie for prize money and the honor of being named the Best Church Choir in America.

Hosted by Michelle Williams, a former member of Destiny's Child, How Sweet The Sound: The Road To The Finale spans over nine major cities including Dallas, Los Angeles, Oakland, St. Louis, Chicago, Detroit, Charlotte, Washington DC, and Atlanta. This program tells the collective backstory of these church choirs and their journey to the upcoming finale airing in early December. From the extensive composition writing and long rehearsals to the backstage anxiety and unforgettable gospel performances, this documentary experience encapsulates the hard work, passion, and drama of each group as they compete on the national stage.

Click Here for the Full Story

DPA Member News: AMP casting notice for cooking show

AMP Productions is casting hot, single foodies from around the Metroplex for a new cooking show that combines the lust for food with the lust for love. If you think you’re the perfect ingredient for that mix, then e-mail us a photo, a bio, and a brief description of what you’re looking for in the ideal meal, and the ideal mate, all to casting@amediapro.com. We will be making selections in mid to late November.

Russ Johnson - Producer- Abernethy Media Professionals
russ@amediapro.com | O: 214.660.4444 | C: 469.544.0934

THE WIF.D 2011 TOPAZ AWARDS

DPA community partner Women in Film.Dallas holds Topaz Awards Tuesday November 15th

Please join WIF.D for a festive night of delicious cocktails and hors d'oeuvres for the 2011 Topaz Awards at the Ghostbar as they honor three distinguished women who have made significant contributions to the film industry in Dallas!  Our honorees include Rogers Hartmann (Humanitarian Award), Meredith Stephens (Spirit Award), and Melina McKinnon (Achievement Award).  The evening will be hosted by Amy Vanderoef of Good Morning Texas, and catered by Pam Rader of Personal Chef. 

2011 TOPAZ AWARDS 

Cocktail Reception

Tuesday, November 15, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Ghostbar at the W Hotel, 2440 Victory Park Lane, Dallas

Business or Cocktail Attire

Cost:  RSVP HERE  

Members: $20 pre-registration, $25 at the door

Non-Members: $30 pre-registration, $35 at the door

Space is limited, please purchase your tickets today!  Pre-registration ends November 14.

Women in Film.Dallas established the Topaz Award in 1984 to honor distinguished Texas women and men who, through their own vision, have made outstanding contributions to the film and television industry.  Past recipients are a veritable "Who's Who" of achievement.  Click here to learn more about the Topaz Awards and past recipients.

OUTSTANDING DPA SHOWCASE!

Thanks to all DPA members who participated in last week's showcase meeting.

1) Dallas Audio Post Group: Rene Coronado & Brad Dale - clips featuring their music & sound design
2) DDTV2: Bob Dodd - direct response spots
3) Media Projects, Inc.: Allen Mondell & Phil Allen - documentary "Waging Peace"
4) Studios 121: Paul Leone - corporate video & spots
5) Film & Video Direction: Scott Hadden - time lapse corporate video
6) Awakened Heart Productions: Melody Brooke - teaser for feature
7) Big B Creative: Christopher Bigbie - corporate videos featuring motion control
8) CREW Media: Scott Peterson - documentary "Weekend Railroaders"
9) Andrew Disney - writer/director of feature "Searching for Sonny"
10) Element X Creative: Chad Briggs & Brad Herbert - AICP Southwest Sponsor Reel

'SEARCHING FOR SONNY' @ LSIFF – SAT NOV 12

DPA members Andrew Disney and Red Productions new feature film Searching for Sonny gets its hometown premiere at Lone Star International Film Festival Saturday November 12. Dallas Producers Association is co-hosting this screening. Join us at 7:30pm at AMC Palace 9 in Ft. Worth. Get tickets here.

   

DPA is also co-hosting the screening of Slacker 2011 at 4:15pm on Saturday November 12th. More info about both films and links to purchase tickets can be found on the DPA website: http://dallasproducers.org/lsiff2011.htm