Each participating film group is assigned a genre and a portion of the script synopsis. From there, each team has 60 days to write their portion of the script, then cast, shoot, and edit their submission. Each team submits their un-scored film to be judged by a panel of unbiased parties who reside in the southeastern United States. Five winners will be selected and their scenes will be inserted into the movie to complete a 90-minute feature film.
All the filmmakers will have their work featured on the DVD even if their submission is not chosen for the final movie. It is Movie Tao Pro’s and the Southeast Film Association’s intent to create opportunity and exposure for these hardworking southeastern filmmakers.
Movie Synopsis:
Nah, just kidding. We don’t want to give anything away.
… but here are some log lines to keep you sane.
“Peter’s in love with Sally. Sally’s infatuated with Greg. Greg’s involved with Jennifer. Jennifer’s into herself. At prom, they all get what they so desperately deserve.”
“Peter has 37 hours to blackmail a minister, thwart a cheerleader, and convince a celebrity to attend his prom. What won’t a desperate geek do for love?”
For more information on this project and to find out how you can become involved, please contact the executive producers. Chuck Fallaw can be reached at info@sefilmclub.com or email Bren Pettengill at bren@sefilmclub.com.
Please be sure to visit the Southeast Film Association’s website to find out more about filmmaking in the southeast. www.sefilmclub.com.
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“6 DEGREES of GENRE” is an innovative filmmaking project created by Bren Pettengill and Chuck Fallaw of Movie Tao Productions. Its purpose is to connect filmmakers all over the southeast and to show the movie industry that there is a thriving film community outside of Hollywood. Movie Tao Productions is producing this project to benefit the Southeast Film Association (www.sefilmclub.com), whose mission is to create opportunity and exposure to southeastern filmmakers. Chuck and Bren are currently producing the first film out of Atlanta, GA, in what they hope to be a long running series, eventually bringing the spotlight and regular big-budget film productions to the southeastern United States.
The basic premise of the script alters the “6 Degrees of Separation” theory into a film that transforms between different genres all the while staying within the same storyline.
The project’s first film, written by experienced screenwriter/director/actress Bren Pettengill (“Chosen,” “Andersonville,” and ABC’s “October Road”) and screenwriter/actor Steve Denham (“Chosen”), with contributions by Chuck Fallaw and Hawk Pettengill, is entitled “6 DEGREES OF DESPERATION” and will feature these genres: Horror, Teen Angst, Suspense, Martial Arts, SCI-FI and Comedy. Movie Tao Pro will film the opening and closing scenes in Atlanta, GA.
The project has brought together filmmakers and musicians throughout the southeast, including Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Washington DC and more. Indie musician Shane Hines of Shane Hines and the Trance is the first singer/songwriter to officially sign on as a contributor to the soundtrack (www.shanehines.com). Also featured in the film and on the soundtrack are rock-n-roll Atlanta-locals, The Issues. This project has gained international interest, as well, attracting film crew participants in Puerto Rico.
Who I'd like to meet: Press
Movie Tao Productions founders Bren and Chuck have been featured on the following: Fox TV in Colombia, SC, “The Commuter Talk Show” out of Los Angeles, Jeff Roney Internet Radio “The RoneyZone”, and three published front-page articles in the Rome Tribune. The producers have already been approached by three distributors courting them for distributions rights to “6 Degrees of Desperation.”
You can read the newspaper articles, watch the news segment, and listen to the podcasts about this movie here: http://6degreesofdesperation.blogspot.com/2007/07/press.html
You can also visit 6 Degrees on IMDB (the Internet Movie Database) here: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1068631/
A short shot by Bren - just a random video to entertain the masses.
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“Contained” is a horror/drama short to be shot in the Tampa, FL area in late July/early August over a couple of weekends. Two Tampa residents marry in the midst of a viral outbreak that supposedly has been contained by the government. On their wedding day, the couple finds out that the newly wed wife is infected. This will be shot on the HVX200 camera.
Audition Date & Location
Date: Friday July 11th, 11 a.m., no appt. necessary. Auditions will close at 5:00 p.m. Bring a headshot (or recent picture) and acting resume to the audition.
International Academy of Design 5104 Eisenhower Blvd. Tampa, Fl 33634 (4th Floor, ROOM 462) Contact email: benrosa@thestairwaystudio.com (director)
Please prepare a dramatic monologue. You may also be asked to do a cold reading from the script. This is for credit/copy/meals only. Will cover travel/lodging for leads if cast out-of-town. The film will be submitted to festivals. Written by Bren Pettengill (6 Degrees of Desperation and 1.8 Days), directed by Ben Rosa (6 Degrees of Desperation).
Character Breakdown
John/lead – (M, Caucasian, late 20s, medium build, tall)
Lori/romantic lead – (F, Caucasian, late 20s, attractive, blonde, slim build)
John’s Mother/supporting – (F, Caucasian, late 40s, slim build)
Best Man/supporting – (M, any ethnicity, late 20s, heavy set)
2 extras (M/F, adults, any ethnicity, any build)
Doctor/under five role – (M, age 50s, short, stocky, preferably balding)
Male Stranger/under five role – (M, late 30s, Biker, beard, tall, any ethnicity)
Female Stranger/under five role – (F, late 20s heavy set, any ethnicity)
Stranger’s daughter/under five role – (F, around 8 years old, any ethnicity)
Crew call for “Contained”
“Contained” is a horror/drama short to be shot in the Tampa, FL area in late July/early August over a couple of weekends. Two Tampa residents marry in the midst of a viral outbreak that supposedly has been
Hey Ya’LL ! Here's something fun comin up: Casting for New FOX TV Game Show "Hole in the Wall" is Fri.& Sat. June 13 & 14 in the ATL. Then FOX will fly chosen contestants to Los Angeles for 3 day/2nite expenses paid trip for filming in July or Aug. Yes... there will be Prizes too ! It's for ages 18 - 88ish. We need teams of 3. Who do you want on your team ? Spread the Word...Everybody come ! This is gonna be fun ! If you would like more info, go to: http://www. fox. com/hitw. htm
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Extras needed (all types of adults) for local feature film KERBEROS for an outdoor "underground fight" scene between former WCW wrestling star "Glacier" and Rob Adonis.
Come network with other members of the Atlanta independent film industry. World champion martial artist, Kely McClung (http://www. kelymcclung. com/) is one of Atlanta's only filmmakers committed to creating award-winning movies in Atlanta.
Kely's last film, with a cast of 150+, won Action Film of the Year among many other awards. See www. bloodtiesmovie. com. His most recent short film, filmed entirely in Atlanta, is currently playing on HBO. See http://www. amsessionwebsite. com/
The scene will run for approx 3 hours Friday night from 9pm to 12. Dress casual and there will be free beer for those with ID to prove they are over 21.
The scene is filming in downtown Atlanta near Armour Circle where Mayson Street dead ends near the RR tracks. Take Plasters to Mayson St, go left and follow signs for KERBEROS.
Come meet and get to know some of the most serious actors and producers in Atlanta's independent film community -- and be part of what will be Atlanta's film of the year!
- Free beer
- This big action scene will only take a few hours this Friday night.
- Some people will be needed for future parts, possibly including small speaking parts. Please bring your headshots, etc. if you have them.
If you have an interest in independent filmmaking, don't miss this chance to be in a great movie and meet the filmmakers! Executive producers and casting directors will be on staff. Come network with some Atlanta's most serious filmmakers.
THIS FRIDAY NIGHT, May 23rd, from 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight.
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