Archive for February, 2010

This is an event held to highlight the media production classes at the University of Alabama. I teach an intro course and there are advanced courses which offer opportunities for aspiring filmmakers to produce their own films. Full Article

There is a great interest in starting a university-wide annual film festival. It would have the benefit of showcasing student work, drawing attention to the film scene on campus, and fostering a truly inter-disciplinary art form. Full Article

This year the George Lindsey UNA Film Festival plans to go "Back to the Future" by honoring the 25th anniversary of the film "Back to the Future." Some of the people who created the film will be there for special events. Full Article

The University of Alabama Department of Telecommunication and Film is hosting a special series of lectures this year featuring people who work in Hollywood sharing their experiences with students. Full Article

I just joined the Handmade Music Clubhouse. It’s a Ning.com community founded by Ted Crocker. Ted is the luthier who built the guitar used in the John Sayles film, “Honeydripper” and he’s been making amazing musical instruments for years. He also served as a content consultant for my documentary, “Songs Inside The Full Article

My colleagues Dwight Cammeron and Ginger Jolly shared their new documentary, "Not My Son" with its first audience on Saturday, January 23rd at Woodland Park Church of Christ in Birmingham, Alabama. Over 800 people attended the standing room only event. Documentary participants from the Parents Against Violence Foundation were present to answer questions from the Full Article

I saw the sad announcement on Facebook: After four years of events, the Deep Blues Festival calls it quits. RIP. Long live Deep Blues. – Chris” The announcement was made by Chris Johnson, founder of the Deep Blues Festival, a man with a big heart and a big vision. Chris likes primal roots music. So Full Article