It is the Bahamas most respected accolade, but it dosen't come easy. It is given for outstanding accomplisments in the advancement of Box-Office entrepreneuring and philanthropy.
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Monday, October 24, 2016
Bahamas film industry first round of award nominees
It is the Bahamas most respected accolade, but it dosen't come easy. It is given for outstanding accomplisments in the advancement of Box-Office entrepreneuring and philanthropy.
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Saturday, October 22, 2016
Jefford curre' welcomes movie making women at the top of the Bahamas film industry.
Anafu Pictures is a label that encompasses one of the world’s most scariest collection of horror movies, as well as the most refreshing collection of movies with holiday themes, such as: Christmas, Hanukkah, Ramadan, Easter, Kwanzaa, etc.
What's your place in the Bahamas new number one industry?
In
1994, Stars In Paradise magazine made its local debut among the
extensive press corp. that covered the courageous launch of Megavision
Pictures series of opening events, under the creative direction of
Jefford Curre'. This historical moment was the highlight of the Bahamas
Chamber of Commerce week and provided a portal to the next step in the Bahamas' economic development.
Since
that small beginning, Stars In Paradise has grown steadily with the
Bahamas Film Industry and has become the most trusted source for Bahamas cinema trade information. Stars In Paradise is the Bahamas’official
film industry magazine. Count on us to be there, highlighting the
people on the cutting edge of the Bahamas Film Industry.
This is the international premiere of "Stars In Paradise" We look forward to learning about your premieres, festival
updates, reviews and deep probing interviews. Let us be the first to
know about your movie making plans, progress and success. We at Stars In
Paradise magazine understand your need to focus on the positive. We are
committed to the Bahamas'
movie makers with a global perspective, and our commitment extends
equally to manufacturers and educators, who are looking for
opportunities to expand their market. That’s why Stars In Paradise
magazine is the first choice of Hollywood’s film executives.
With
strong industry circulation and a reputation for building superstars,
no magazine is better positioned to make a stronger impression on your
target market. It is little wonder why Stars In Paradise magazine is
the Bahamas’ leading film industry publication.
101 directing tips for filmmakers - Bahamas film industry.
It’s ironic that Jefford Curre’ has emerged as one of, if not the most influential figures in the Bahamas film industry. Considering the facts that before he began his first series of movie production training trips into the USA as an adult, he had never even stepped foot inside a movie theater. Of cause there are movie theaters in the Bahamas but that had nothing to do with Jefford's development toward his destiny. He was a shy boy who grew up under monk style conditions in a strict Christian home, and was not even allowed to venture outside the boundaries of his back yard. His friends, however, were allowed to come in to play and sometimes needed to borrow money. Jefford never spent his allowance, except for occasionally buying gifts for his mother. He kept a loaded piggy bank from which he made small loans to his friends, but there was one problem, he seldom got paid back. To solve the escalating problem, the thrifty 10 year old negotiated what could be considered his first pay-per-view distribution deal that was a sure win-win. For on quarter, his friends, who were allowed to attend the movies, would gladly re-enact the entire movie that they had seen. For an extra ten cents, they would even add music and sound effects with their mouth, leaving the rest to Jefford’s imagination.
The cinema that took place in the sand pile went great until one day, while the boys were climbing the wall to demonstrate an ambush scene. Suddenly the newly built, fresh cemented walls started to shake, too many boys were on the wall. He tried to warn them, but things got out of control. After a leap, the entire top section of the wall came tumbling down. Everyone ran out of the yard as fast as they could. With the help of two friends, Jefford put the wall together piece by piece, using mud to cover the cracks. It was a great prop work, but did not survive the slamming of the gate that evening when his father came home. That evening, after a few dozen lashes on his bare bottom, he realized how difficult directing could be. He learned some very important directing lessons. Directing lesson no. 1. You are responsible for any and all out come, Directing lesson no. 2. Don’t work with people who don’t take directions or you can’t control. Directing lesson no. 3. If something goes wrong be prepared, you'll take a good licking but don't stop tickin. Directing lesson no. 4. Always have at least two friends you can trust, who won't run when the going gets rough. Directing lesson no. 5. Remember there is an opportunity in every problem, find it and keep moving toward the goal.
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Sunday, October 16, 2016
KINDNESS AND COMPASSION #1 AT THE BOX- OFFICE. Bahamas Film Industry report on PEMA DORJEE, LINC SCAVELLA and JEFFORD CURRE'
KINDNESS & COMPASSION
NUMBER ONE
AT THE BOX-OFFICE THIS WEEK.
PEMA DORJEE has so many people depending on him in ARUNACHAL PRADESH, a remote region of HIMALAYAN, INDIA. He must rely heavily on the support of those who know how important it is to make impossible dreams come true. In addition to growing responsibilities to keep the nation's youths on track, the purchase and installation of thousands of modern stoves remains a top priority. There is an urgent drive to continue replacing toxic, out dated cooking arrangements that is causing large scale blindness among children under five. Toxic fumes in houses with poor ventilation are the cause of dozens of chronic illnesses and even death. Standing in the gap with compassion and a measurable plan to deminish the human suffering is Pema Dorjee a Buddhist monk with a life committed to the cause of helping the impoverished and doing so at a tremendous sacrifice. PEMA DORJEE is a nominee for the prestigious ''JEFFORD CURRE' DISTINGUISHED MEDAL OF HONOR'' More on this important story coming up on starsinparadise.com
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Plus:LINC SCAVELLA celebrates his 50th ANNIVERSARY in showbiz with ground breaking plans for a network of playgrounds that could revolutionize childhood education in the BAHAMAS.
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In other tour news:
JEFFORD CURRE' Bahamas leading man of action lends his superstar charisma to steer the crowd toward ''COMPASSION FOR HAITI.''
JEFFORD CURRE' at his best along with an amazing team of professionals as crowds flock toward ''COMPASSION FOR HAITI''. A Compassion International virtual reality hit presentation at Soulfest. Dozens of orphans that face a life of poverty and misdirection were adopted on the spot by a highly enthusiastic audience of sponsors.
Filmmaking tips from the Bahamas Film Industry
Making your film a reality
If money is no object and you are well established you can make any kind of movie on any subject matter and you can do it on any continent.
if you are just starting out, the best way to make your film a reality without spending a lot of money is to:
1. Base it around the things that you already have.
2.The environment you are in
3.The people around you.
For example, don’t try writing a screenplay that has to take place aboard a speeding yacht, unless you own one or can afford to rent or buy one. If you don’t even know a friend who owns one, the film will never happen.
First, visualize your movie inside your head, shot by shot, cut by cut. Draw out those shots on a storyboard. Next, you’ll need equipment, you don’t have to spend a lot of money on a camera. Just ask a friend or someone you know that has a camera, to borrow their own. Some film schools and civic organizations offer year round training that includes equipment. Finally, there’s post-production. When you have finished shooting your movie, you need to find a good processor to develop your film. Sometimes they give discount rates to students or low – budget productions. Lastly, you will need to edit. After it’s changed to video format you can use a video editing system like: Final cut pro or Avid to do your editing.- starsinparadise.com
101 directing tips for filmmakers - Bahamas film industry.
It’s ironic that Jefford Curre’ has emerged as one of, if not the most influential figures in the Bahamas film industry. Considering the facts that before he began his first series of movie production training trips into the USA as an adult, he had never even stepped foot inside a movie theater. Of cause there are movie theaters in the Bahamas but that had nothing to do with Jefford's development toward his destiny. He was a shy boy who grew up under monk style conditions in a strict Christian home, and was not even allowed to venture outside the boundaries of his back yard. His friends, however, were allowed to come in to play and sometimes needed to borrow money. Jefford never spent his allowance, except for occasionally buying gifts for his mother. He kept a loaded piggy bank from which he made small loans to his friends, but there was one problem, he seldom got paid back. To solve the escalating problem, the thrifty 10 year old negotiated what could be considered his first pay-per-view distribution deal that was a sure win-win. For on quarter, his friends, who were allowed to attend the movies, would gladly re-enact the entire movie that they had seen. For an extra ten cents, they would even add music and sound effects with their mouth, leaving the rest to Jefford’s imagination.
The cinema that took place in the sand pile went great until one day, while the boys were climbing the wall to demonstrate an ambush scene. Suddenly the newly built, fresh cemented walls started to shake, too many boys were on the wall. He tried to warn them, but things got out of control. After a leap, the entire top section of the wall came tumbling down. Everyone ran out of the yard as fast as they could. With the help of two friends, Jefford put the wall together piece by piece, using mud to cover the cracks. It was a great prop work, but did not survive the slamming of the gate that evening when his father came home. That evening, after a few dozen lashes on his bare bottom, he realized how difficult directing could be. He learned some very important directing lessons. Directing lesson no. 1. You are responsible for any and all out come, Directing lesson no. 2. Don’t work with people who don’t take directions or you can’t control. Directing lesson no. 3. If something goes wrong be prepared, you'll take a good licking but don't stop tickin. Directing lesson no. 4. Always have at least two friends you can trust, who won't run when the going gets rough. Directing lesson no. 5. Remember there is an opportunity in every problem, find it and keep moving toward the goal.
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