(Edinburgh, Scotland--June 8, 2009) Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) MD Ginnie Atkinson today announced details of a new initiative for industry professionals at the Festival. Reinforcing its ethos as a 'festival for filmmakers', the EIFF will be hosting a series of presentations, debates, screenings and masterclasses that look at cinematography and 3D stereo production.
Led by professionals working at the cutting edge of motion picture technology, the aim is to assist filmmakers with the vast range of film and digital choices that are available today, and the Festival’s intention is to engender contact and discussion between talent and technology; culture and commerce, and innovation and industry. This year’s programme represents the first stage of a longterm initiative to broaden EIFF’s remit further into digital practices for production, post-production, exhibition and distribution.
Included in the programme of events which takes place within the Festival on 25 - 27 June are:- Haris Zambarloukos BSC Masterclass
Cinematographer Haris Zambarloukos (MAMMA MIA!, VENUS, THE OTHER MAN) screens excerpts from his films explaining the artistic, technical and practical choices of cameras and formats. Sponsored by Kodak.
- Red Digital Cinema
Ted Schilowitz, RED Digital Cinema, will give a visual overview of RED's 4k RED ONE Digital Cinema Camera, its upcoming Scarlet and Epic DSMC cameras, and screen footage from features, TV shows, commercials and music videos shot using RED cameras.
- Lowry Digital presentation on restoration
Acclaimed LA specialists Lowry Digital, responsible for restoring films including THE ROBE and FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE, will outline its offerings for the early adopters of digital capture technology and the imaging issues that burden post-production today, with an impressive array of before-and-after images including 3D and large format.
- BSC/Image Forum Debate
A special discussion of the British Society of Cinematographers’ Film and Digital Image Evaluations 2009, which tested 19 different film and digital cameras, followed by a debate about image quality and the choice of cameras and production formats in today’s world.
- Digital Cinema Exhibition
The Cinema Exhibitors’ Association and UK Film Council, supported by Screen Digest, will set out a shared analysis of the current digital cinema market, plus the opportunities and challenges that digital technology presents.
- Painting With Light
A special screening of the documentary about the late great Jack Cardiff BSC, who shot such acclaimed films as: THE RED SHOES, A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH and THE AFRICAN QUEEN.
- Cinematography Surgery with DP Trevor Forrest
This rising star in cinematography will show examples from his recent films SOMEONE ELSE, TORMENTED and UNA NOCHE to reveal how the collaboration between the director, writer, producer and DP give rise to the cinematic techniques that bring the story to life on screen. Contact: info@trevorforrest.com to book an appointment.
- TheCameraZone
A special two-day event for filmmakers to check out cameras and associated post-production systems
Also new to the EIFF in 2009 is Tales From The Digital Frontier, presented by Power To The Pixel over two afternoons on Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 June. The event will investigate innovative cross-media filmmaking models, include candid discussions about new platforms and digital revenues, and examine how brands are becoming involved in the film business.
With the Digital Britain Report as a backdrop, Lord Puttnam delivers his keynote speech on Sunday 21 June.
Commenting on these industry focuses, Ginnie Atkinson said: “We have a powerful and unique line-up of events that will greatly assist filmmakers in getting to grips with the film and digital choices from production through to distribution. This year’s Festival will provide industry delegates with a wider view on filmmaking in the modern world, and these events augment an industry events programme that is already brimming over with significant sessions.”
Further details for all industry events can be found at: http://www.edfilmfest.org.uk/industry
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