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|  REFINERY'S
COLOURIST COLLECTIVE ADDS MAXIMUM LUSTRE TO FILM INDUSTRY
The Refinery Group Johannesburg
is now the hub for the industry’s top colourists and gear
and will prove the first port of call for the grading of commercials
and features.
Says Tracey Williams, Director of Post-Production at the Refinery:
“We are proud to be the only facility in SA currently
running Lustre, which perfectly complements our existing offerings
of Spirit, and Final Cut Pro Colour. We now offer a complete
range of grading options and our multi-faceted and highly regarded
team of expert colourists collectively represent years of solid,
creative experience at the disposal of our clients.”
Top talent on tap…
Michele Wilson is an industry gem who started her career at
Film Lab as a colour timer before joining Video Lab as a colourist.
Having trained in the USA and garnering international experience
at Condor Amsterdam, her showreel includes work with prime directors
on top commercial brands, including KFC, Coca-Cola, Old Mutual,
MTN, Nokia, Vodacom, the IDC and Ford.
Alex May has worked on telecines at the Worx, the Refinery,
Pudding and Video Lab and having mastered Lustre, he recently
graded three feature films: ‘Mr. Bones II’, ‘White
Lion’ and ‘White Wedding’, as well as the
much lauded documentary ‘Behind the Rainbow’. His
impressive showreel also includes commercials and music vid
work.
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CHEVROLET "STREET
PARTY"
Director Miles Goodall
created yet another outstanding spot recently with Chevrolet
“Street Party”.
The intention is to create a connection between people and
lifestyles. One of the beauties of this spot is that it artfully
targets South Africans of all races, ages and genders - quite
a fresh approach. Miles used a blending of camera and subject
movement to create a
seamless connection between shots thus connecting the characters
to their cars and forming a natural yet detailed impression.
Throughout the commercial we get the feeling of a music video
enviroment. The background track “Fast Lane” created
by Stoan Seate of Bongo Maffin carries throughout each scene.
Each piece of music is played through the device at the time-
whether it is a boom box, car speakers, ipod earphones or
a live performance.
At the beginning of the spot you can see a camera close-
up of a hip young woman turning up the volume on a boom box-
“let's get this party started!”
As the scene progresses we see the pool party liven up, two
girls jamming in the back seat of a Chevrolet, and a man pull
his car up, opens his boot and displays his speakers to groove
to the music. Featured in this scene is also one of only 3
Camaro prototype Chevrolet’s in the world. Although
it doesn’t have an engine it still looks good!
We also see a couple on a road trip, the woman feeling the
rhythm and moving her hand to the beat.
Finally we see the street party, Stoan Seate of Bongo Maffin
gets the crowd energized and people can be seen singing and
dancing - their eyes wide open - excited to be celebrating
Chevrolet.
Darkie, Rozanne & Pushkin and Ama Kip Kip, all proudly
South African brands were happy to sponsor the DJ’s
and kitted them out to create the Hip Hop style of the scene.
McCann Erickson SA represented by Vanessa Pearson (Executive
Creative Director), Jacques Shalom (Copywriter), Michael Fleshel
(Art Director), Jason Yankelowitz (Account Director), and
Susan Tyler (Producer) were the catalysts behind this great
production.
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QUARTERS ON AVONDALE
In the tradition of the original Quarters (on Florida) .Quarters
on Avondale offers quiet luxury in an 'Edwardian' setting. The
main building, a double storey, comprises a reception area,
a guest lounge and 10 en-suite bedrooms on the two floors.
The newly built annex is a single storey set a few metres from
the main building and joined by covered walkways. The annex
has 7 en-suite bedrooms. All bedrooms are beautifully furnished
with period furniture imported from France and colourfully decorated
with quality soft finishing’s.
All rooms have satellite television, hairdryers, air-conditioning,
tea and coffee making facilities, direct dial telephones and
safes. As with Quarters on Florida, Quarters on Avondale has
an all female management team who are committed to making your
stay as comfortable and enjoyable as you would expect from a
Quarters hotel
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FOOD LAB
Food Lab offers location catering for local and
international film crews from pre-production, through shoot
and to post-production.
Our years of experience in this deadline
driven business, means that we understand and appreciate the
nature and demands of the industry. Our team of experienced
chefs and catering crew are committed to delivering outstanding
service levels and quality food - every time.
We have a fully equipped kitchen based in Ottery as well as
a Mobile Kitchen which is ideal for shoots out of Cape Town
and from which we can cater for up to 2000 people.
We have three price categories to suit varying budgets and are
committed to tailor-make catering packages to suit your specific
requirements. The price categories include Breakfast, Lunch
and Craft Service. We are a versatile and flexible team, amending
the menus to suit your requirements.
We provide all equipment such as tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery,
glassware, gas cooking equipment, ice machines, freezer trailer,
urns, coffee machines, flasks, hot boxes, cooler boxes etc.
Most importantly, we provide peace of mind as our Management
team are on call 24 hours, for the duration of your shoot.
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 TOM
STERN, CINEMATOGRAPHER OF CLINT EASTWOOD –
AN OPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED
Tom Stern will be present on the program "Cinematography"
on the Training Ground 22-27 June , Espinho, Portugal.
Tom Stern's cinematography credits during the past years include
Blood Work, Mystic River, Million Dollar Baby, The Exorcism
of Emily Rose, Romance and Cigarettes, Flags of Our Fathers,
Changeling (with which he was nominated for an Oscar) , Gran
Torino to name a few, he has recently shot the upcoming Clint
Eastwood movie “The Human Factor”.
He has been Eastwood's primary cinematographer since Mystic
River in 2003 and has worked as a lighting technician since
1987 becoming chief lightening Technician in films such as“Road
to Perdition”, “American Beauty, Space Cowobys,
Dangerous Minds, Unforgiven and others.
Tom is today without a doubt one of the world’s top experts
in cinema, and the possibility of a program with him is a great
opportunity to anyone.
He will be present in the program “Cinematography”
on FEST – TRAINING GROUND IN PORTUGAL be sure to book
you place fast as there are only a few left.
Continue reading for more info on how to register or visit
www.trainingground.fest.pt
There are still places left for FEST – Training Ground
on Campus One, for the price of 99 Euros for the 6 days training
activity, and accommodation. But there are less than a dozen,
so book yours fast, as the opportunity of 99 euros for the whole
pack will soon be
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| ROMNEY
PARK ALL SUITE HOTEL & SPA
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| All
new Following a R26 million revamp and expansion plan
over a two year period the brand new Romney Park All Suite Hotel
and Spa has finally been unveiled to great local and international
acclaim. Whilst the original hotel has undergone an elegant
makeover, the new wing of a further 11 suites, new bar and lounge,
generous terrace and sophisticated restaurant are the jewel
in this iconic Cape Town hotel’s crown.
Award winning Privately owned
and managed, the Romney Park All Suite Hotel and Spa boasts
understated five star service that has been the recipient of
countless industry awards and accolades, including the admission
into the AA’s All-Suite Hotel Hall of Fame. The emphasis
has always, and continues to be, on offering a comfortable and
unforgettable stay that offers the reassurances of home with
the sophistication guests come to expect from a luxury hotel.
Perfectly positioned Centrally
located on the Cape’s Atlantic Seaboard the hotel features
imposing views of the ocean, Robben Island and the Green Point
Stadium (the Mother Cities host stadium for the 2010 FIFA World
Cup). Conveniently sited the hotel is moments away from Cape
Town’s tranquil beaches, the vibrant offerings of the
V&A Waterfront and the exciting city centre.
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PROFESSIONAL ON-SITE MEDICAL COVERAGE!
Your life is our standard!!
Moya Medics provides on-site medical coverage
to film and media companies as well as corporate, public and
sports events. Our medical staff are nationally qualified
and registered.
Moya Medics has been in operation for six
years out of Johannesburg, supplying medical staff nationwide.
We have recently expanded our bases to include Cape Town and
are looking toward Durban next.
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The 2010 World Cup's regional tourism
hopes
Fancy world-class football in South Africa alongside a trip
to the Victoria Falls or a Namib desert safari? This is possible,
according to FIFA 2010 organisers and regional countries that
want Africa's first ever World Cup to spill over into South
Africa's neighbours.
"The idea is that this soccer World Cup taking place in
South Africa will be an African cup because it's the first one
in Africa," said FIFA spokesman Nicolas Maingot.
Local organisers have already contracted rooms in neighbouring
countries in the hope of enticing some of the 450,000 fans expected
to descend on South Africa for the tournament.
With several match stadiums within easy reach of southern Africa's
multitude of pristine game reserves and untouched beaches, it
is hoped that fans will add the area's tourism jewels to football
itineraries.
Sapa
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