The ProducersCONNECT Virtual Cinematheque to release a new film every Wednesday at 12 noon

Fostering creativity through these strange times can be an undoubted challenge. Yet The Producers have initiated an outlet that can help the creative community continue to share and inspire through an online virtual cinematheque called TheProducersCONNECT.

TheProducersCONNECT is a VIRTUAL CINEMATHEQUE which is an opportunity for its talented directors to showcase their skills with a specially created film in our new world.

The catch is that the creation and making of each film must follow the rules of the TheProducersCONNECT manifesto crafted by the directors themselves which is outlined below. New films are released weekly on Wednesday at 12 noon.

The first piece comes from Thuy Vy who was in self-isolation away from his family after returning from Los Angeles after Australia’s borders were closed. It’s well worth a minute of your time – a film beguilingly simple yet stunningly beautiful with a deep message.

The second film is by Gemma Lee which again explores the evolving themes of our new world with some gorgeous pictures and a haunting soundtrack and today’s film is by Olivier Staub from Montreal. It’s a stunning film called ‘Waiting for the Sun’ that explores the passing of time.

The Virtual Cinematheque is open to any creative out there wanting to make a submission so please get in touch at esme@theproducers.co if you would like to contribute. As mentioned all that’s required is to follow the manifesto rules as below.

The Producers’ Virtual Cinematheque Manifesto
1.  Shooting must be done on a phone.
2.  The director must shoot, write and edit their film.
3.  The duration should not exceed 60 seconds.
4.  Special lighting is not acceptable (if there is too little light for exposure the scene must be cut or a single lamp be attached to the camera).
5.  Optical work (adapters) and filters are forbidden, (special effects filters/ post filters).
6.  The film must not contain superficial action. (Murders, weapons, etc. must not occur).
7.  The director should work to their own theme inspired by current events (unless otherwise directed by their peers),
8.  The director will deliver a final video within 7 days from their selected start date.
9.  The film is to be made in line with current government health and safety regulations.
10.  The director will retain all rights but agrees to premier their content with The Producers.

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