The second announcement is a new plugin for Final Cut that will make importing digital video from the EOS cameras much easier. At this point I am not yet 100% if the 500 and 550D cameras are supported but I am assuming if the 7D is supported the entry range cameras will also work.

The plugin entitled “EOS Movie Plugin-E1″  is being developed to provide an even smoother workflow for EOS MOVIE users who edit using Apple’s Final Cut Pro software suite.

The plug-in will enable the ‘log and transfer’ of video footage from Canon’s EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 7D and EOS-1D Mark IV Digital SLR cameras – all of which offer full 1080p HD video recording. We are not sure at this point if the plugin will support the 500D or new 550D cameras.

The plug-in will convert EOS  footage to Apple’s high quality ProRes 422 codec at approximately twice the speed of Apple’s standard conversion. Additionally, users will also be able to add timecode, reel names and metadata to footage quickly and easily – further enhancing the experience of EOS MOVIE users when editing their footage.

We will keep you posted on the release of the beta next month.

The key benefit of using a DSLR in Moving Image Arts isn’t just the ability to easy capture HD footage but they also offer all the power of still photography. This includes manual focus, interchangeable lens to over wide angle, macro and controlled DoF.

Although this example doesn’t feature any dialogue it does show the sheer power of DSLR cameras in low light situations.

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The awards ceremony opened with the announcement of the winning Cinemagic ‘in competition’ films, which was made by the young Cinemagic Jury members, aged 18 and under, who watched and reviewed all the films over the festival period.

Arts and Culture Minister Nelson McCausland attended the Cinemagic Festival where he presented the Film Club Awards. Commenting at the awards ceremony the Minister said: “Congratulations to the Cinemagic Festival which is in its 19th year and has grown from humble beginnings to be the largest young people’s film event in the United Kingdom. The success of this festival clearly lies in the fact that it is designed for and by young people. It aims to capture the imagination of young people in the moving image and so encourages them to explore and develop their creative talents. Today’s young cinemagic participants could be the Spielbergs of tomorrow and I applaud the Festival for their work in inspiring the next generation of film makers.”

Zoë Cunningham, Communications Manager for title sponsor Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland added: “Coca-Cola has been working in partnership with Cinemagic since 2004 and is proud to be title sponsor of the Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival for Young People once again this year. During the two week festival, Cinemagic activated a truly action packed schedule of events which provided participants with the fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in many arts based disciplines. The festival gave a unique insight into the exciting world of film and television and showcased the many and varied talents of the young people of Northern Ireland, who we hope to see as the stars of stage and screen in the years to come.”

The winning films in the following categories were Best Short Film as voted for by a Children’s Jury, ‘Lost and Found’, Dir: Phillip Hunt, UK, 2009; Best Feature Film as voted for by a Children’s Jury, ‘A Shine of Rainbows’, Dir: Vic Sarin, Ireland, 2009; Best Short Film as voted for by a Teenage Jury, ‘TV Dinner’, Dir: Simon Tofield, UK, 2008; Best Feature Film as voted for by a Teenage Jury, ‘It’s Not Me, I Swear’, Dir: Philippe Falardeau, Canada, 2008.

Young filmmakers from across Ireland and the UK were also awarded at the ceremony as the winners of the 2009 Cinemagic Young Filmmaker Competition were announced. From hundreds of entries the winning films and filmmakers were:

• Best Film in the under 15 year old category, ‘MUMMY’, made by Sophie and Dylan Hagan from Newtownabbey.
• Best Film in the 15-17 year old category, ‘END’, Made by Dan Allen and Lily Staff from Essex.
• Best Film in the 18-25 year old category, ‘JUST’, made by Connor Flanagan from Dublin.
• Best Script and Concept, ‘CONSCIOUSNESS’, made by Callum Henderson from Newcastle, Co. Down.
• Best Documentary Film ‘ASPERGERS AND ME’ made by JJ McQuade from Belfast.

The winning school in the BT Vision short film project supported by Arts and Business was St Dominic’s Secondary School, Belfast, who received prize money of £500.00 for their film ‘Sister Lucia’
Highly commended schools in the ‘After School Film Club awards’ were Harberton School, Belfast and St Joseph’s Primary School, Derry; and the winning school was Millisle Primary School, Co Down.

The ceremony culminated with a celebration of new and upcoming talent that shone through at the ‘Talent Lab’ masterclasses sponsored by Invest Northern Ireland, that were hosted by top names in the film industry. The winners in the following categories will get the chance to further develop their skills during a work placement in the film industry in 2010:

• Most promising student in Fights for Stage and Screen: Michael Smith from Ballynahinch.
• Most promising student in Make up for Film: Maria Liddy from Armagh.
• Most promising student in Costume Design for Film: Ros McGahan from Armagh.
• Most promising student in Scriptwriting: Rob Johnston from East Belfast.
• Most promising student in Film Production: Enya Rose Hamilton from Ballynahinch.
• Most promising student in Acting with Ros Hubbard: Aisling Groves-McKeown from Bangor.
• Most promising student in Location Management: Joseph Doyle from North Belfast.
• Most promising student in Acting with Ciaran Hinds: Ryan McKenna from Dungannon.
• Most promising students in Programme Making: Nick McCarthy from South Belfast and Michelle Steadman from Co. Wicklow.

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If so, this year’s Coca-Cola Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival for Young People is currently selecting a jury panel of 10 to 18 year olds to watch and judge short and feature films. The panel will be required to watch all of the films that are being screened in competition during the Festival (18th Nov-4th Dec) and to choose a number of winning entries.

Chris Shaw, Cinemagic Programmer, explains what is involved in the role: “As a jury member you will spend a number of evenings and weekends at the Festival, helping to decide the winners of ‘Best Feature Film for a Children’s Audience’ and ‘Best Short Film for a Children’s Audience’. These categories will be judged by a jury of 10 to 14 year olds, whilst a panel of 15 to 18 year olds will vote for ‘Best Feature for a Teenage Audience’ and ‘Best Short Film for a Teenage Audience. Jury members will have a great opportunity to meet industry professionals and to present the awards at Odeon Cinemas on 4th December. It also offers young people the chance to meet others with a similar passion for film and to make new friends, whilst expanding your understanding of the different genres of film.”

To be in with a chance to sit on the jury simply write an imaginative letter or e-mail, no longer than 300 words, explaining why you would like to be on the jury and send it by Friday 6th Nov to: Jury Competition, Cinemagic, 49 Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1JL or email: claire@cinemagic.org.uk

Please include your name, address, age, contact telephone number and email address. You must have permission from your parent/guardian to be a jury member, be able to attend all of the jury films and be able to arrange your own transport to and from the Festival.

The films in competition are compiled of special UK and Irish premiere screenings of international movies that explore new worlds and cultures. Highlights include the UK Preview of rugged New Zealand drama ‘The Strength of Water’ (23rd Nov); the fantastic French film ‘It’s Not Me, I Swear’ (24th Nov) that explores the bizarre and wonderful world of 10 year old Leon; have you ever wondered what Santa Claus was like as a child?

Find out in the Irish Preview of ‘A Christmas Story’ (29th Nov). ‘The Eagle Hunter’s Son’ (1st Dec) is a breath-taking epic that explores the conflicts that arise when family tradition takes precedent over individual desires; the German comedy ‘The Crocodiles’ (1st Dec) follows horrid gangsters and a group of determined teenagers! Can a boy of nine be a big brother, a father, a mother and a luminary all at once? All will be revealed in the Turkish drama ‘The Bogeyman’ (2nd Dec).

For further information on the opportunities that exist visit www.cinemagic.org.uk to find out more! Tickets for festival films can be purchased online from the Cinemagic website or from the Belfast Welcome Centre, 47 Donegall Place Belfast, Tel: 02890 24 66 09.

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Promising to be a fantastic mix of creativity, fun and learning, the ‘Talent Lab’ will offer young people the chance to participate in a unique series of industry masterclasses on 3rd and 4th December, culminating in a special awards ceremony in Odeon Cinemas.

Masterclasses include Fights for Stage and Screen with Youngblood’s fight director Tim Klotz (Shakespeare’s Globe, Lyric Hammersmith, Royal Festival Hall), Make-up for Film with Academy Award winning hair and make-up artist Christine Blundell (Topsy Turvy, Casino Royale, Sherlock Holmes), …..

……..Costume Design with Academy Award winning designer Jenny Beavan (A Room with a View, Gosford Park, Alexander), Script Writing with Ryan Rowe (Tapeheads, Run’s House, I’m on Fire), Film Production with Terry Bamber (Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Phantom of the Opera) and David Cain (Thunderbirds, Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Hannibal Rising),……

……Casting with highly acclaimed casting director Ros Hubbard (The Commitments, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Bourne Ultimatum), and Location Management with Andrew Wilson (City of Ember, Middletown, Breakfast on Pluto).

Joan Burney Keatings, Cinemagic Chief Executive, encourages young people aged 16 -25 to get involved: “With valued support from Invest NI, Cinemagic is once again able to offer a fantastic series of ‘Talent Lab’ masterclasses for young people interested in learning about the film industry. All of the masterclass participants will be given first-hand advice and gain new skills from the film professionals over the two days. It’s a chance to network with other like-minded people and pick up top tips on how to succeed in the industry.”

Sharon Polson, Invest NI’s Head of Entrepreneurship Development, said: “The creative industries including film and television offer a wealth of business and career opportunities, and it is important that our young people are made aware of these possibilities as they consider their future professions. By supporting the development of skills in these sectors we can further strengthen the reputation of Northern Ireland as a global hub for screen production.”

Ingrid Arthurs, Moving Image Arts Subject Officer, CCEA said: “CCEA is delighted to be hosting three exciting Cinemagic ‘Talent Lab’ masterclasses. Each of the film craft-based workshops will be of particular value to CCEA’s Moving Image Arts, Art & Design and Drama students, who will benefit greatly from this dynamic and hands-on learning opportunity.”

For further information on cost/venues and to apply for any of the ‘Talent Lab’ Masterclasses, sponsored by Invest Northern Ireland, please email HYPERLINK “mailto:shauna@cinemagic.org.uk” shauna@cinemagic.org.uk requesting a Registration Form, Tel 028 90 311 900 or write to Shauna Shivers, Cinemagic, 49 Botanic Avenue, Belfast, BT7 1JL.

The Coca-Cola Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival runs in Belfast from 18th November- 4th December 2009 and it includes more than 100 film screenings and over 50 different workshops, competitions, masterclasses and film-related events.

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Cinemagic is one of the leading young people’s film festivals internationally and the nineteenth festival takes place in Belfast from 18th November- 4th December 2009.

With the growing success of the partnership, the 2009 Coca-Cola Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival is set to be the biggest and best yet, with fantastic film screenings including special previews, international features, documentaries, shorts, and foreign language films, as well as workshops for schools and industry masterclasses. This year’s festival programme launches in Movie House Cinemas, Yorkgate/City Side on 24th September and it will be marked with a special preview screening of the new Disney•Pixar animated comedy ‘UP’.

Joan Burney, Cinemagic Chief Executive said: “Cinemagic is delighted to be able to continue working with Coca-Cola over the next three years. We have delivered three successful annual festivals and a number of community outreach events in partnership with Coca-Cola, and we’re looking forwarding to developing the relationship further in 2009 and in Cinemagic’s twentieth anniversary year in 2010. The Title Sponsorship allows Cinemagic to build on the success of last year’s festival and increase the amount of educational films and events for schools, and masterclasses for those wishing to follow a career in the creative industries.”

Zoe Cunningham, Communications Manager for Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland added: “Coca-Cola is proud to maintain its successful partnership with Cinemagic by continuing to sponsor the Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival for Young People for the next three years. This year’s festival will once again provide participants with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in many arts based disciplines, giving a unique insight into the world of film and television and showcasing the many and varied talents of the young people of Northern Ireland.

We are delighted to support activities for the 12 – 25 age group such as the exciting range of movie screenings and the masterclass programme for 16-25 year olds, which provides a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn and gain experience from industry experts in a variety of cinematic and media disciplines.”

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The judges are looking for imaginative and original short films made by young people to be screened as part of the award winning film festival which takes place from 18th November- 4th December. The Cinemagic Festival, now in its 19th year, is dedicated to supporting and celebrating young filmmaking talent by bringing together young people with an interest in the film industry.

Chris Shaw, Cinemagic Festival Programmer, encourages young filmmakers to get involved: “The annual Cinemagic Young Filmmaker Competition offers young people the opportunity to submit their short film to the festival and have it viewed by a panel of industry professionals. Those shortlisted will get the opportunity to participate in the festival masterclasses and have their skills recognised at a special awards ceremony. Whether you are a first-time filmmaker or developing your skills in filmmaking, the competition offers a great platform to showcase your work and enjoy the work of other young people.”

Cinemagic Young Filmmaker application process
The competition is free to enter and the deadline for entries is 30th October. Please send a VHS or DVD copy of your film with a completed entry form to Cinemagic Young Filmmaker 2008, Chris Shaw, Cinemagic, 49 Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1JL. Films should be no longer than 15 minutes. Entry forms and regulations can be downloaded from Cinemagic Website.

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The selection process will see entrants battle it out for selection into one of the following four categories:

* Best Irish Short
* Best International Short
* Best Animation
* Best Documentary

Recipients of the LIM Award in any of the shorts categories (Irish/International/Animation) will qualify for consideration in the Short Films category of the Annual Academy Awards® without the standard theatrical run, provided the film otherwise complies with the Academy rules.

In order to increase access to this very popular aspect of the festival programme, all films entered into competition this year will be eligible to screen on DVD if selected for inclusion in the programme. However, filmmakers should be aware that if their short film wins at Foyle Film Festival, the winning film will have to be available on 35mm film print only if the filmmaker wishes to enter it for Oscar® consideration. The Academy will make no exception to this rule.

Previous winners and competitors have proceeded to win what is known as the ‘ultimate’ in film recognition, the Oscar®. Winners include: Martin McDonagh, Director of ‘Six Shooter’, Andrea Arnold, Director of ‘Wasp’, Adam Elliot Director of ‘Harvie Krumpet ‘and Eric Armstrong Director of ‘Chubbchubbs’.

For more information please log onto www.foylefilmfestival.org You will find our competition rules and regulations when you enter through Withoutabox (WAB).

Competition Entry Enquiries to:
Adele Smyth
Competition & Jury Coordinator (CC)
Foyle Film Festival (FFF)
E: adele@foylefilmfestival.org
T: +44 (0)28 7126 0562 (Ask for the Foyle Film Festival Office-Adele)

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The award winning festival will be action packed with fascinating events for film fans that include over one hundred film screenings, masterclasses with film and television industry guests, workshops for schools, a festival jury panel and Q&A’s.

Over the course of a three day workshop in Queen’s Film Theatre, Belfast (6th – 8th July inclusive), the young consultants will work with the Cinemagic team to help steer the choice of films for the festival, as they watch and critique films from around the globe. Over the years Cinemagic has welcomed hundreds of young people to the young consultants panel and they have contributed greatly to the organisation of the festival, as well as introducing their schools and teachers to the variety of workshops and films on offer in November.

If you are a budding young film critic, then this is a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded young people, and have fun deciding the content of the largest film festival for young people in Ireland and the UK. The lucky young people who become film consultants will also contribute ideas for the festival programme, and help with the marketing and promotion of festival events.

Chris Shaw, Cinemagic Film Programmer explains what the young consultants can look forward to: “Cinemagic, now in its 19th year, is dedicated to providing new and exciting opportunities for young people with all interests in film. The young film consultants will have the opportunity to watch and review international films that they would not normally have access to, so as well as being fun, the three day event will expand the young people’s understanding of the different genres of film and world cultures. The workshops will provide lots of opportunities for debate and a lively platform for young people to interact with each other and exchange their views on film”.

How to apply to be a Young Consultant:
Applicants aged 10-18 with a keen interest in film and the enthusiasm to work within a group should apply for a place by writing/emailing a letter telling Cinemagic why they would like to be a Cinemagic Young Film Consultant, and include a review of their favourite film.

This information, along with name, address, age, telephone number, email address and name of school/college should be sent to Claire Baxter, Cinemagic, 49 Botanic Avenue, Belfast, BT7 1JL or claire@cinemagic.org.uk. All applications should be received no later than Monday 22nd June 2009. Successful applicants will be contacted after this date with further details.

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Last year, over 1500 filmmakers showed off their work through Virgin Media Shorts. The competition was judged by a celebrity panel including: Kevin Spacey, Gurinder Chadha (director of Bend it Like Beckham), Daniel Barber (Oscar-nominated short film maker), Stephen Mangan (star of Green Wing), James King (Radio 1’s film critic), Lenny Crooks (UK Film Council) and Sir Richard Branson (founder of the Virgin Group). 

12 films were selected and had their work blown up onto 35mm and screened across 214 cinemas in the UK. One film was picked as an overall winner and received £15,000 production funding from Virgin media with a chance to apply for up to £15,000 from the UK Film Council’s New Cinema Fund.

Virgin Media are looking for films up to 2 minutes 20 seconds including credits. Your film must be uploaded online at www.virginmediashorts.co.uk

This year Virgin Media also have a Mobile Shorts Award for films shot on mobile phones. Films for this category can be up to 60 seconds including credits.

The judges will select the 12 best films from the main competition which will be screened on 214 cinema screens across the UK. Out of those 12 one film will be selected with a £15,000 prize from Virgin Media and the chance to apply to the UK Film Council for up to £15,000 funding. This is to shoot their next film which will be shown on Virgin Media platforms.

Virgin Media Shorts will also be awarding a prize for the best film submitted that has been shot on mobile phone format. This film will be distributed across Virgin Media platforms.

The final 12 films selected from the main competition are also eligible to take part in the People’s Choice award, voted for by members of the public online.

The winners from all three categories will be announced at a ceremony in central London on 22nd September 2009.

For further information on how to upload your film, terms and conditions and guidelines, go to: www.virginmediashorts.co.uk

Deadline: Midnight, 22nd June 2009

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The week long programme of media and moving image events for schools is part of a series of activities to celebrate the 400th Anniversary of Lisburn this year.

One of the highlights of the programme is a special presentation of Northern Ireland Screen’s Digital Film Archive which will show clips of Lisburn ranging from the train station in 1897, Shopping Week in 1930, to life in the 1950s and the Queen’s visit in 1953. This free event takes place in Island Arts Centre at 12.00pm on Wednesday 1st April and it is open to schools and the general public.

School Film Programme:
Local Primary and Secondary School pupils are attending special screenings of ‘March of The Penguins’ (30th March) which follows the annual journey of Emperor penguins as they march single file to their traditional breeding ground; the thrill-a-minute adventure ‘The Goonies’ (30th March); ‘Touching The Void’ (31st March), a true story of two climbers and their perilous journey up the west face of Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes; the classic musical

 ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ (1st April), Shane Meadow’s ‘Somers Town’ (1st April), a black-and-white study of a social environment in London, and ‘Grizzly Man’ (2 April) which documents the devastating and heartrending story about grizzly bear activists in Alaska.

Nursery schools will be participating in the exciting ‘Cinebabies’ event which will introduce young people  to the wonder and magic of moving image, with the screening of a selection of pre-school television programmes from HIT Entertainment.

School Workshops: 
Primary School pupils, aged 7-11, will be getting creative in a unique Puppet Workshop and demonstration with ‘Face Inclusion Matters’ (30th March) and a fun-filled Claymation Workshop, which will teach young people how to make clay models and animate them using Stop-Motion animation (1st April).

Budding media moguls will pick up top tips from workshops that include Radio Production with Neal McClelland (31st March), Journalism and a Question & Answer session with the Editor of the Newsletter, Darwin Templeton (31st March).

Cinemagic Stars Acting Masterclass.
Young people, aged 13-18, interested in a career in musical theatre or contemporary theatre can develop their acting skills by participating in an intensive 3 day masterclass called ‘Cinemagic Stars’ (3rd-5th April) which is being hosted by actress Mikyla Dodd (Hollyoaks) and Claire Harrison from Diva Arts. Participants will devise, rehearse and perform numerous pieces of drama over 72 hours, and the masterclass will culminate in an end showcase for family and friends.

To apply for a place on the masterclass applicants should explain in 300 words why they would like to participate. Please state which area you are most interested in- contemporary or musical theatre. Include your name, age, address, phone number, and email address. Entries should be sent to Laura Carlisle, Cinemagic, 49 Botanic Avenue, Belfast, BT7 1JL or email Laura@cinemagic.org.uk

The full programme of events can be downloaded from the Cinemagic Website on www.cinemagic.org.uk.

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