As the entertainment industry transforms itself in accordance with technological advances that fundamentally alter the way we do business and connect with one another, Nehst studios is revolutionizing the way the entertainment industry finds and awards talent OUTSIDE of the system.
We create, produce and distribute feature films, Television and new media in all outlets by linking them through a network of service-based web communities and products. We finance, develop, produce and distribute by combining new talent with industry expertise.
NEHST embodies the innovative premise that the business of content development and distribution is fundamentally about niche marketing, community and branding. By harnessing technology, the experience of its team and a deep understanding of the digital revolution, we are building the next generation entertainment network.
Because of this clear focus, NEHST is discovering and producing the types of content people want. This enables us to work with established talent, develop new talent, and create compelling, high quality content for film, TV and the web.
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RUNNING THE SAHARA PRIVATE SCREENINGS
Nehst cordially invites you to the screening of the feature film documentary "Running the Sahara" narrated by Academy Award winner Matt Damon and directed by Academy Award winner James Moll. For any questions please call Nehst Studios at 201-941-4677.
Narrated by: Matt Damon
Directed by: James Moll
Theater Name: Landmark Midtown Art Cinema
Theater Address: 931 Monroe Dr., Atlanta, Georgia 30308
Show Date: Thursday, March 26, 2009
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Ticket Price: $35.00 (Ticket includes a Copy of the DVD)
Theater Name: AFI Theater
Theater Address: 8633 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Show Date: Thursday, March, 26 2009
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Ticket Price: $35.00 (Tickets include a copy of the DVD)
To purchase tickets, visit the Box Office at http://www.nehst.com.
Please note, screenings for Running the Sahara start promptly. If you've purchased a ticket to a screening, please arrive 45 minutes early to check in. You will not need a ticket; your name and the number of tickets you purchased will be verified at the door.
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NEHST is actively building a slate of theatrical films and other media. We are funding pictures in the 2 to 50 million dollar range. We are also pursuing co-production opportunities, distributing completed projects, gap financing, and finishing projects in need of completion.
March 25, 2009 Special 1 Day Atlata Pitch Camp
A full day workshop on pitching where Larry and his team teach the finer points of pitching, and everybody gets to pitch. There will be constructive critiques and you will learn from watching other pitches. Plus there's the chance we will make a deal on your pitch, as we have over 25 times already. These exciting events are always sold out - and this is the first one in NY in over a year. The fee is $79, and there are organization and student discounts. Sign up at www.filmboot.com
One-on-One Pitches are here! Tuesday is pitch night!
Once a Month Larry will meet with writers, producers, and filmmakers - one-on-one. Dates are listed in the checkout of pitch now, and after you register we will give you an approximate time slot. Locations will be rotated, and additional ones will be announced.
2009--------------------------------------- PITCH SCHEDULE
April 7th - One on One Pitches - Northern NJ
May 5th - One on One Pitches - Four Seasons Hotel - NYC
June 2nd - One on One Pitches - Northern NJ
The Aspiring Filmmakers Boot Camp
The acclaimed Aspiring Filmmakers Boot Camp was designed by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Boot Camp instructors have produced feature films, television, commercials, and interactive media. Among them they have an Oscar, Golden Globe, Clio, and all major festival awards.
Experience how to write, produce, cast, direct and sell your own feature step by step. Get practical, hardnosed strategies for navigating the movie business. Explore marketing and web distribution, and exciting alternative routes to breaking into the business.
A highlight of The Aspiring Filmmakers Boot Camp is the exclusive pitch session. Producer Larry Meistrich (SLING BLADE, YOU CAN COUNT ON ME, NEW JERSEY DRIVE) and others will teach you the ultimate secrets of pitching your ideas, and you'll have the rare opportunity to pitch to him and fellow executives. A number have been so strong that Larry has made deals with them. Are you next?
Space is limited, reserve now. at www.filmboot.com
Here are the locations and dates:
April 3-5, 2009 Edmonton
LARRY MEISTRICH
In 1990, at the age of 24, Larry Meistrich, with just $7, 000, founded The Shooting Gallery (TSG). In his triple role as Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Executive Officer of TSG, Meistrich was hands-on producer and an integral part of the production of roughly 100 films, commercials and music videos including the Academy Award-winning "Sling Blade" and the Academy Award nominated "You Can Count on Me". Meistrich made industry history when Thornton's "Sling Blade" was purchased by Miramax for a price that broke all previous sale records in independent film.
Meistrich's other well-known films include Cannes winner “Henry Fool, ” Clive Owen’s breakout film “Croupier, ” and “Belly.” His pictures have won the gamut of international awards including the Academy's Oscar and include Golden Globes, SAG Award, DGA Award, Top Five category awards at Cannes, Sundance, Berlin. Actors and directors Meistrich has produced inclue Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, Spike Lee and Billy Bob Thornton.
Meistrich was also the founder and CEO of Film Movement, a groundbreaking DVD-of-the-month club that releases films in theaters and on DVD at the same time. By creating a new distribution model, Meistrich provided audiences everywhere access to award-winning films that usually only play in select markets like Los Angeles and New York. He received the 1998 Crain's Small Business Award and the 1999 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
in New York. He received "The Maverick Award" at the 10th Annual Choltrudis Society Awards in Boston. He currently serves on the board of the New York Production Council. He graduated Johns Hopkins University with a B.A.
ARI D. FRIEDMAN - PRESIDENT
Ari Friedman is a technologically-oriented entrepreneur with a varied and successful background that includes web ventures, real estate and Wall Street.
Among his accomplishments was the creation of Homedelivery.com, a web-based home delivery business that experienced exponential growth prior to being sold to a competitor. Friedman acquired and ran the Broadway Elmhurst Company, LLC, a real estate firm which bought, managed and sold commercial real estate in the New York area. Friedman also thrived as a business analyst and trader while at Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities, one of the most respected market making and trading firms on Wall Street.
An accomplished drummer, Friedman also founded Chemical Music, a music label through which he booked bands, negotiated contracts, and assumed promotional responsibility for nationwide tours. He has also composed music for commercial and industrial films. A native New Yorker, Friedman received a BA in Music from New York University and lives in New York with his wife and children.
DANA OFFENBACH - PRESIDENT, NEHST CREATIONS - PRODUCTION GROUP
Over the past 18 years, Dana Offenbach's journey as a filmmaker has been long and varied. Her credits include feature films, shorts, television commercials, awards show segments, public service announcements, interstitial programming, documentaries and music videos. She has held both Director of Broadcast Business Affairs and Director of Broadcast Production positions at major advertising agencies.
In 1997 Dana co-produced the indie hit "Hav Plenty" which was sold at the Toronto Film Festival to Miramax, and premiered at Sundance. In 1999, she produced her second independent feature titled "Box Marley" for writer/director Christopher Scott Cherot. Offenbach wrote, produced, and directed "Love & Orgasms" which won World premiere Honors at the 2003 Ft. Lauderdale International Film Festival, and screened in several festivals both domestically and internationally. In 2005 Dana produced "The Memsahib," an 1850’s period feature shot in India.
Dana served on the Board of Directors of New York Women In Film & Television, has lectured to the Graduate Program at City College, the Aspiring Filmmakers Bootcamp, and appeared on panels at the National Producer's Conference and The Coalition of Asian Pacific Entertainers.
JEFF SILVERSTEIN - PRESIDENT, NEHST ACCESS - LEARNING GROUPS
Jeff Silverstein co-founded and was CEO of the seminal interactive design firm Fusion Media, one of the pioneers in using videodiscs and CD-ROMs for marketing, learning and transactional public exhibits. Over more than a decade he produced and wrote award-winning programs for clients such as Sony, AT&T, IBM and Citibank. He has been designing, writing and managing multimedia, film and video since 1980, when he was recruited for IBM’s original videodisc venture with Universal Pictures, Discovision.
Silverstein was co-Publisher and Managing Editor for Sub Aqua, the acclaimed underwater explorers magazine, interacting with experts ranging from Titanic discoverer Bob Ballard to Jaws author Peter Benchley. As a creative partner in Roundtable Design he co-developed environments for museums and public spaces and consulted on marketing, strategic planning and product design. He also managed Con Edison’s Television Center and produced and directed video and training throughout one of the largest power utilities in the world.
Jeff participated in Harvard Law School's Negotiation Program, the Stanford Publishing Program, and the Lee Strasberg Theater Institute. He earned a Masters in Mass Communication from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School.
Wassup NEHST? Mixtape Mondays is celebrating a birthday! We're officialy turning 1 this Monday! So on Monday Oct. 19th the first 25 performers are in FREE! Free Darkroom CD's and Oregano Studio Time Giveaways Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago's Paid Open Mic Over $1000 given away every month - The crowd decides who get the doe, so bring your people. Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus
A look back to when it all started on 47th St...
*Silent Auditions all month long for October's Mixtape E-event at The Darkroom and the MtM Midwest's 'In and Out' Tour this Fall
Hottest Song Tournament follows the Birthday Bash on Oct. 26th
Wassup NEHST? This Monday Sept 28.. Mixtape Monday's Signature Hottest Song Contest Bracket Style Competition - The More Rounds You Win, The More You Perform! $350, tour slots, beats, studio time all up for grabs! Exodus II, 3477 N Clark St. (2 blocks S. of Wrigley Field) Sign up: 9 pm sharp - Bring your original music on CD $15 to compete/ $5 to watch 21 plus Powered by: MtM Grp, oreganostudio.com, L'Evated Marketing, illiesoulife.com and SP1 Further questions email mixtapemondayz@gmail.com
Thank you Chicago! They said it couldn't be done this long..
Video documentation of a performance piece by my friend Nate Kassel who rode around on his bike slapping high-fives to people who were trying to hail taxi cabs in NYC. Enjoy!
Whats Crackin NEHST? This Monday Aug 31st is the last Mon. of the month.. which can mean only one thing..
Mixtape Monday's Signature Hottest Song Contest Bracket Style Competition - The More Rounds You Win, The More You Perform! Big Cash Prize as Usual, Free Beats, Studio Time, and a few Surprises Exodus II, 3477 N Clark St. (2 blocks S. of Wrigley Field) Sign up: 9 pm sharp - Bring your original music on CD $15 to compete/ $5 to support *Free to watch before 10 Hosted by: Notrydo Sincere and Lady Flipsyde Sponsered by: oreganostudio.com, L'Evated Marketing, the illiesoul movement and the legendary SP1 Further questions email mixtapemondayz@gmail.com
Thank you Chicago! They said it couldn't be done this long..
The 'Springboard' Event is: Mixtape Mondays.. Chicago's Most Talked About Hip Hop, Soul Open Mic Event EVERY Monday at Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago We pay artists weekly - Over $1000 every month. The crowd decides who wins, so bring your people Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus $5 to perform or watch all night/ $10 to compete for the cash Metromix pick for "Best Urban Music Networking Party in the Midwest"
**Silent Auditions all month long for September's Mixtape E-event and the African Fest Labor Day Wknd.
Wassup NEHST? I'm proud to say that Mixtape Monday's has graduated to the Darkroom.. The 3rd Wed. of every month we invite the best of the best to rock the stage with a live band! Party with the MM family Aug. 19th and find out how you and your people can be a part of Chicago's freshest Hip Hop/ Soul movement.
And still going strong for almost a year... The 'Springboard' Event: Mixtape Mondays... Hip Hop, Soul Open Mic Event EVERY Monday at Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago We pay artists every Mon. - Over $1000 every month. The crowd decides so bring your people Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus $5 to perform or watch all night/ $10 to compete for the cash Metromix pick for "Best Urban Music Networking Party in the Midwest"
**Silent Auditions all month long for September's Mixtape E-event and the African Fest Labor Day Wknd.
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