From out of the darkness…

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Mar 052010
 

Written by Daryl Bell
The smell of popcorn crunching underfoot elicits only one place where the lights are perpetually dim and the working mill about in black. But this past week something different was in the mix here in Salem: The cerebral stimulation of social commentary, injustices around the world, information in, above and below the mainstream, some with comedic undertones, all with a message that only a documentary film can provide. Package this for seven days…you have the third annual Salem (all documentary) Film Festival.

Billed as the largest documentary film festival in New England with over 34 films ranging in styles and genres, this year’s success can be attributed to the support of an entire community. Of sponsors, volunteers, and of course the film makers themselves over 1/3 were available for after screening commentary and Q&A. Continue reading »

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Enjoying the Film Festival?

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Feb 272010
 

Here are some more don’t miss highlights of the festival…

Severe Clear Q&A with First Lieutenant Mike Scotti
Saturday Feb 27th – after Severe Clear screening – aprox 8:00: at CinemaSalem.

Director/Editor Kristian Fraga will be joined by First Lieutenant Mike Scotti, the Marine who shot the footage in SEVERE CLEAR which depicts his experience during the 2003 Invasion of Iraq and the March to Baghdad. A rare chance to converse with both the subject of a film and the filmmaker and to see how they worked together. Throughout the festival Operation Troop Support will be collecting items for care packages to send our troops.

Filmmaker Breakfast
Sunday February 28 from 9:00-11:30: at Caffe Graziani, 133 Washington Street, Salem.

What could be better than a delicious and relaxing breakfast at Caffe Graziani? Enjoying it with filmmakers from all over the world, that’s what! Relax and eat, while discussing what elements comprise a great documentary, should coffee be drunk black, what’s the future of internet distribution, and how to recognize the perfect scrambled egg.

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The Salem Film Fest is finally here!

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Feb 262010
 

Come to Salem, See the World!
Finally after much anticipation tonight is the start of the Salem Film Festival. This is a rare opportunity to see incredible documentary films that you might only see in major cities like NYC or San Francisco. Movies run the gamit of topics and themes from “Long Distance Love” to “Rock Prophecies” from stories of high school seniors to a Marine’s perspective of the 2003 Invasion of Iraq. Come be a voyeur into other people’s lives or come to experience the diversity of experiences presented in the wide range of movies. To plan your movie viewing or learn more go to www.salemfilmfest.com.

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Salem Film Fest on the horizon

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Feb 222010
 

Don’t miss the kick off VIP Reception
Friday, February 26 from 5:00-7:00 pm: at the CinemaSalem Café.

Join this fun and casual kickoff event for the festival. Enjoy hors d’oeurves and wine in the company of fellow filmlovers and visiting artists. Sponsored by the Creative Economy Association of the North Shore and the Salem Chamber of Commerce.

Salem Film Fest 2010 Events
Besides presenting 34 great documentary films, the Salem Film Fest offers a rich schedule of discussions, parties, galas, meet-and-greets, family-friendly screenings, high school student film showcases, and opportunities to meet visiting filmmakers in intimate settings. Many of these special events are free, but space may be limited, so make sure to come early. Visit www.salemfilmfest.com for more information.

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So Sweet Gift Basket Winner

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Feb 182010
 


Congratulations to Susan Hull of Salem who was this year’s Salem’s So Sweet Golden Ticket Gift Basket winner. She won a gift basket valued at over $300 with: Salem Main Streets’ In Salem Green is the New Black tote Bag, Maria’s Sweet Somethings chocolate and gift certificate, Rouge Cosmetics- make up lesson, Rockafellas – gift card, The Pickle Pot – jewelry cleaning, Laura Lanes Skin Care – lip gloss and OPI nail polish, Witch’s Hide – handbag, Treasures Over Time – pearl bracelet, Signatures – Witch Ball and gift certificate, Thai Place – gift certificate, Bewitched in Salem – Psychic Reading, Glass and etc. – gift certificate, and the Witch Museum – fortune telling tea set.

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