The annual Aspen Film Shortsfest—which returns on April 1-7—invites viewers to revel in the glory of 70 expertly crafted short films from across the globe.
Features & Interviews
Our Zoom interview series introduces viewers to independent producers, directors, location scouts, studio executives and North American film commissions. Learn the backstories, trends and opportunities leaders envision in the destination film business.
Features
Charting the Future Course for Film Commissioners
New Zealand native Jaclyn Philpott made a bold move, traveling halfway around the globe to lead the L.A.-based Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) early in 2023. Read about her strategy for infusing new opportunities for members and growing this nearly 50-year-old institution.
Sundance Shorts Tour Returns to Rockford Dec. 2
Filmmakers Invited to Submit Short Films for 2nd Annual 815HORTS ROCKFORD, Ill., August 31, 2023: Call for 5HORTS! Local, national and international filmmakers are invited to submit short films to be considered for screening at the second annual 815HORTS. Scheduled...
Eyes of a Location Scout
Location Scout and Manager Leann Emmert
Leann Emmert discusses the difficulties of working internationally, factoring wildlife while filming and challenges the lack of accolades that location managers receive at the Academy Awards.
Location Manager Ilt Jones
“Shutting down streets and blowing things up, that’s my specialty,” says Ilt Jones. Now retired, Jones was a pivotal key in the making of movies such as Inception, Iron Man 3, Kong: Skull Island, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Transformers, and so many more household names.
Through the Eyes of a Location Scout
“Being a location manager means throwing a 300-person wedding in a different location every day for 90 days…and everyone is a Bridezilla.”
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