Exciting weekend of films and events wraps in Dawson.
The 9th version of the Dawson City International Short Film Festival
wrapped up on Sunday night with its final presentation of films and
awards. Over 1400 people took in screenings, workshops, master classes
and panel discussions throughout the weekend. A large, hardy group also
braved a windswept, -20°C outdoor screening. more...
See the Youtube clip of festival guest Lee
Demarbre ringing
the bell at Bombay Peggy's!
Announcing Special Guests for the 2008 Festival!
DCISFF is pleased to announce some of its special guests
for this years festival. Ottawa filmmaker Lee Demarbre
and Calgary director/actress Karen Hines will be attending
the festival and will also be part of special presentations during the
festival. more...
New Youth Category for the 2008 Fest!
Due to the growing number of young filmmakers DCISFF has created a specific category for filmmakers under the age of 16! Check out the rules and submit your film today!
Lodestar winner to attend 2008 Festival
Austrailian filmmaker Dan Monceaux, whose film Shift
in Perception won the 2007 Lodestar Award (Best in Fest) will be
attending the 2008 Festival. Dan and his art partner Emma Sterling will
be the KIAC
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE during the festival. Dan and Emma will host
a special screening of their works during festival weekend.
Dawson City International Film Festival Residencey
General
Call
The Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) is now
accepting applications from visual artists, media artists, and interdisciplinary
artists for its 2009 Artist in Residence Program.
The residence accommodates up to 2 artists concurrently
–- for research, development and production of ongoing or new
bodies of work.
Artists may also have the opportunity to facilitate outreach programs
such as talks, workshops and exhibitions, intended to promote interaction
and professional development, and provide exposure and access to a diverse
range of contemporary arts practices and theories within the community.
Residencies are from 4-12 weeks duration starting from January 1, 2009
through to December 31, 2009. Participants are responsible for all travel
and personal expenses including food and materials related to their
work.
The Artist in Residence Program is located in the Macaulay
Residence. Built in 1901, the home is now owned by Parks Canada as part
of the Dawson Historical Complex National Historic Site of Canada.
Specific Calls
2009 Film Festival Residency
The Dawson City International Short Film Festival takes
place each spring on Easter Weekend. The 2007 Film Festival presented
screenings of over 100 short films and videos from around the world
to over 1,700 enthusiastic cinema buffs. The festival weekend includes
workshops, panel discussions and special presentations by participating
filmmakers and special guests.
Filmmakers working in all media may apply for residency
dates to coincide with the Film Festival and have the opportunity to
participate in Festival Programming. In past years, KIAC Artists in
Residence have presented their films in special screenings and talks,
facilitated workshops, and participated in panel discussions.
Please mark your application “Film Festival Residency”.
Please note that filmmakers may also apply under the General Call for
residency dates other than those connected with the Film Festival.
Deadline is April 1, 2008.
For more info check out the KIAC
website.
