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 July 1, 2008 INDUSTRY MOVES | Williams Named Co-President at GreeneStreet; Hogan as COO
With Fisher Stevens stepping back from active day-to-day duties at GreeneStreet Films (GSF), the company has named Tim Williams its new co-president, alongside GSF founding partner and co-president John Penotti. Stevens will continue to produce selected projects. Longtime company consultant Michael Hogan has been named COO at the company. Williams will continue to oversee production and development in GSF's L.A. office, while Hogan is based in New York. Other recent staff changes include Amy Beecroft as head of GreeneStreet Films International, while Eric Spiegelman is on board as a consultant developing new media, digital and internet strategy, according to today's announcement. [Eugene Hernandez]  [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] INDUSTRY MOVES | Wyatt Joins Intrepid; Kurian Upped
Trina Wyatt has joined Intrepid Pictures as COO/CFO of the company, co-founded by Trevor Macy and Marc D. Evans, while Anil Kurian has been promoted to VP of development. Wyatt is joining Intrepid from Withoutabox, where she served as COO. She previously worked for Film Independent and Tribeca Entertainment. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] INDUSTRY MOVES | Schwartz Upped at IFC
Lisa Schwartz has been promoted to EVP of distribution, operations and business development at IFC Entertainment. In the new role, she will oversee IFC's multi-platform activities, IFC in Theaters and Festival Direct, and new business development and expansion. She previously served as SVP of sales and business development for IFC Entertainment. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] June 18, 2008iW NEWS | Filmmaker Pan Launches Slew Pictures
Filmmaker Bertha Bay-Sa Pan has launched Slew Pictures Inc., a New York-based production company with a focus on developing and producing "universal stories that will both entertain and inspire." "We are dedicated to telling stories with heart and intelligence that cross international borders, and making the collaborative process as fun as the results," said Pan in a statement. The company announced it will co-produce "Almost Perfect" with Cineric, which Pan will write and direct. The film will star Will Yun Lee. Slew Pictures is also in pre-production on Annette Apitz's family drama "Fighting Fish." [Peter Knegt] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] June 17, 2008iW NEWS | Gaines Leaving AFI for Festival Directorship at Withoutabox
Christian Gaines is leaving his post as director of festivals at the American Film Institute (AFI) and will join The Internet Movie Database's (IMDb) Withoutabox team as film festival director. In the position, Gaines will oversee Withoutabox's film festival business, including relations and business development on the festival circuit worldwide. As director of festivals at AFI, Gaines spearheaded the annual AFI Fest in Los Angeles. He was also involved with the establishment of Silverdocs, taking place June 16 - 23 in Silver Springs, MD, in addition to the establishment of the AFI Dallas International Film Festival in March. Founded eight years ago, Withoutabox launched the submission system with one of the largest communities of indie films and festivals on the Internet. IMDb acquired the company last January. "One of the reasons I feel confident in leaving AFI is that it is in capable hands," Gaines told indieWIRE by phone Tuesday afternoon. "I'm impressed and proud how capable the team is and its ability to carry on..." [Brian Brooks] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] June 16, 2008iW NEWS | Evans Named Executive VP at Focus
Jane Evans has been elevated to the new position of executive vice president, physical production. Evans will report directly to Andrew Karpen, president of Focus and co-president of Rogue Pictures, who made the announcement today. In her position, Evans will "oversee physical production and post-production on all in-house film productions and outside acquisitions for the sibling Focus and Rogue labels." She will continue to be based at Focus' Manhattan offices, having joined the company as senior vice president of physical production in December 2004. [Brian Brooks] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] May 29, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | Kielbasa Leaving Sarasota Fest
After 10 years, Jody Kielbasa is leaving his post as executive director of the Sarasota Film Festival to pursue other interests. In the wake of the announcement, Mark Famiglio, executive board member and one of the founding members of the Sarasota Film Festival, was elected president of the board for the fest. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] May 20, 2008iW NEWS | IFC Expands Distribution With Amazon
IFC Films announced that it is joining forces with Amazon Unbox, Amazon.com's digital video service. The deal intends to make IFC's extensive library available for either purchase or rent. Amazon Unbox makes television and film available through either downloads to computers, TiVo boxes or portable media players. "This partnership with Amazon reinforces our commitment to creating the widest possible audience for independent films using multiple media platforms," said Lisa Schwartz, vice president of sales and business development for IFC, in a statement. Select IFC titles will make their digital debut through the deal, including Cristian Mungiu's "4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days" and Alfonso Cuaron's "Y tu mama tambien." [Peter Knegt] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] May 6, 2008iW NEWS | Regent Ups Aubry to VP, Theatrical Marketing
Regent Releasing's Jonathon Aubry has been promoted to Vice President, Theatrical Marketing, the Los Angeles-based company announced Tuesday. In his new position, Aubry will report to Mark Reinhart, Gernal Manager, West Coast Operations and Executive Vice President, Distribution and Acquisitions. Aubry will oversee all theatrical and DVD marketing and publicity for both here! Films and Regent Releasing’s other independent theatrical releases. This includes all gay and lesbian titles released under the here! Films banner as well as Regent’s roster of independent and specialized releases. Formerly, Aubry served as Director, Marketing and Corporate Communications. [Brian Brooks] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] May 1, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | Phathanavirangoon Joins Toronto Fest
Raymond Phathanavirangoon has been named the Southest Asian progammer for this year's Toronto International Film Festival. He joins TIFF from Fortissimo Films where he served as director of marketing and special projects. Phathanavirangoon has served as an international programmer for the Toronto Reel Asian Film Festival, worked for the Hong Kong International Film Festival and served on the Teddy Jury at last year's Berlin International Film Festival. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves, Toronto ] INDUSTRY MOVES | Yeung Joins Fortissimo's HK Office; Lim Promoted
Esther Yeung has been named director of marketing and special projects, replacing Raymond Phathanavirangoon in the Hong Kong office of Fortissimo Films. She joins the company from the Asia Film Financing Forum. Additionally, Ingrid Y. Lim has been promoted to director of distribution and Asian sales. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] IMDUSTRY MOVES | Dubinet at Unified
Ann Dubinet has been named Head of Strategic Planning, Acquisitions & Distribution at Unified Pictures. She will oversee the company's international sales and distribution operations, as well as handling domestic distribution and marketing duties. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] April 25, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | Rob Williams Tapped for Liberation
Rob Williams has been named VP of acquisitions at Liberation Entertainment, leaving his acquisitions post at Netflix's Red Envelope Entertainment. In the words of an announcement, in this new position Williams will, "develop and oversee the company's U.S. acquisition strategy for film & television across multiple platforms." [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] April 24, 2008iW NEWS | Urman Named ThinkFilm President
Mark Urman has been promoted to President of ThinkFilm, replacing Jeff Sackman who recently left the company. A co-founder of the company, Urman was head of theatrical distribution when it launched in September of 2001. Urman will remain based in New York City, which will now serve as the company's headquarters. Making the announcement, ThinkFilm chairman David Bergstein said, in a statement, "Mark has played a crucial role in establishing THINK as a brand that is known and respected around the world. His strengthened role in the company guarantees that THINKFilm will retain its unique identity even as we take the company in new directions." Since being acquired by Bergstein's CapCo in the fall of 206, the company has expanded stateside, while selling off its Canadian assets last month. Urman previously served as Co-President of Lions Gate Film Releasing and has also worked for Dennis Davidson Associates, Columbia Pictures, Triumph Films, and United Artists. The company's next release, "Then She Found Me" opens in theaters tomorrow, April 25th. [Eugene Hernandez] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] April 17, 2008HR | Jeff Sackman leaving ThinkFilm
Jeff Sackman is leaving ThinkFilm, the company he co-founded, according to The Hollywood Reporter. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] March 24, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | McClellan and Bunnell Upped at Landmark
Mike McClellan has been promoted to senior VP and head film buyer at Landmark Theaters, while Lisa Bunnell has been upped to VP of film, according to Variety. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] February 4, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | Bonn Leaving Film Society of Lincoln Center
After five years as executive director of the Film Society of Lincoln Center, Claudia Bonn is leaving the post next month. In April, she will join Wave Hill as the new head of the public garden and cultural center in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. Bonn has spent more than 15 years at the Film Society, previously serving as Director of Administration and as Director of Development. The organization's board is actively searching for a replacement. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves, New York ] January 18, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | Stambler Upped at ThinkFilm
Ben Stambler has been named VP of acquisitions and development at ThinkFilm, the company announced this week. Based in the company's New York office, Stambler joined ThinkFilm in March, after serving as Manager of Acquisitions at Magnolia Pictures. He was also recently nominated for an Independent Spirit Award as a producer of Aaron Katz' "Quiet City." [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] January 17, 2008iW NEWS | Kasell Launches New Festival Division at Home.Work.People
Denise Kasell, former executive director of the Hamptons International Film Festival, has launched a film festival consulting, staffing and training operation with Home.Work.People, a real estate and human resources company serving the entertainment industry with a database of some 2,500 freelance professionals. Aimed at smaller and midsize events, the company's new festival division will work to find and train a range of festival organizers and staff, as well as advising fests on developing key initiatives and programs. "There is a big gap in the way festivals are run," noted Kasell, "and we hope to bring uniformity and a professional approach to each event. At present there really is no one doing this. There are other consultants but they are stand alone individuals, not a company with resources to hundreds of festival personnel." [Eugene Hernandez] [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] January 14, 2008INDUSTRY MOVES | Amman Promoted at MPRM
Alan Amman has been promoted to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at PR and marketing firm, mPRm, the company announced today. He will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations at the company, reporting to co-presidents Rachel McCallister and Mark Pogachefsky. [permalink] [ filed under Industry Moves ] Older Buzz/Rumors about Industry MovesDecember 19, 2007 December 6, 2007 November 20, 2007 November 20, 2007 November 19, 2007 November 15, 2007 November 14, 2007 November 12, 2007 November 7, 2007 November 2, 2007 October 31, 2007 October 30, 2007 October 30, 2007 October 18, 2007 October 4, 2007 October 3, 2007 October 3, 2007 October 3, 2007 September 6, 2007 September 5, 2007 September 4, 2007 August 28, 2007 August 21, 2007 August 8, 2007 August 6, 2007 July 30, 2007 July 25, 2007 July 24, 2007 July 17, 2007 July 16, 2007 July 10, 2007 July 10, 2007 July 9, 2007 June 26, 2007 June 25, 2007 June 20, 2007 June 13, 2007 June 12, 2007 June 12, 2007 June 7, 2007 June 7, 2007 June 6, 2007 June 1, 2007 June 1, 2007 May 30, 2007 May 22, 2007 May 18, 2007 May 17, 2007 May 7, 2007 May 1, 2007 April 26, 2007 April 24, 2007 April 12, 2007 April 12, 2007 April 11, 2007 April 10, 2007 April 10, 2007 April 4, 2007 April 2, 2007 March 29, 2007 March 22, 2007 March 21, 2007 March 19, 2007 March 15, 2007 March 14, 2007 March 8, 2007 March 7, 2007 March 5, 2007 March 5, 2007 March 2, 2007 February 28, 2007 February 22, 2007 February 22, 2007 February 20, 2007 February 14, 2007 February 8, 2007 February 5, 2007 January 31, 2007 January 18, 2007 January 17, 2007 January 17, 2007 January 15, 2007 January 15, 2007 January 11, 2007 January 8, 2007 December 19, 2006 December 6, 2006 December 5, 2006 December 5, 2006 December 1, 2006 December 1, 2006 October 23, 2006 October 12, 2006 October 6, 2006 October 2, 2006 September 22, 2006 September 15, 2006 September 12, 2006 September 5, 2006 August 16, 2006 August 15, 2006 August 11, 2006 August 11, 2006 August 8, 2006 August 4, 2006 August 3, 2006 July 30, 2006 July 24, 2006 July 18, 2006 July 18, 2006 July 17, 2006 July 10, 2006 July 9, 2006 July 9, 2006 June 29, 2006 June 29, 2006 June 12, 2006 May 9, 2006 May 8, 2006 April 26, 2006 April 24, 2006 April 20, 2006 April 20, 2006 April 20, 2006 April 17, 2006 April 14, 2006 April 13, 2006 April 5, 2006 March 29, 2006 March 9, 2006 February 23, 2006 February 23, 2006 February 10, 2006 February 9, 2006 February 2, 2006 January 12, 2006 January 8, 2006 January 5, 2006 November 30, 2005 November 29, 2005 November 22, 2005 November 17, 2005 November 14, 2005 November 8, 2005 October 31, 2005 October 21, 2005 October 21, 2005 October 20, 2005 October 19, 2005 October 14, 2005 October 11, 2005 October 11, 2005 October 10, 2005 October 6, 2005 October 5, 2005 October 3, 2005 October 3, 2005 September 29, 2005 September 27, 2005 September 21, 2005 September 20, 2005 September 18, 2005 September 15, 2005 September 13, 2005 September 11, 2005 September 8, 2005 September 7, 2005 August 31, 2005 August 28, 2005 | |
