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Documentary To Celebrate Berkeley Institute
2013 marked the 50th anniversary of the Berkeley Class of 1963. In order to mark this important occasion, class members agreed to make a significant contribution to the school – they decided to produce a film about the history of The Berkeley Institute, their alma mater. The film will premiere in January 2015. A spokesperson said, “The Class... Read more of this article
“Our Man In Tehran” To Attend Bermuda Docs
Former Canadian ambassador to Iran Ken Taylor, who played a key role in the escape of six American diplomats from Tehran during the Iran Hostage Crisis, is among three special guests travelling to the Bermuda Documentary Film Festival, set to be held from April 17-20 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. Mr. Taylor features prominently... Read more of this article
Middleton Refusal Gains International Coverage
Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy’s decision to deny an overseas film crew temporary work permits is now being carried by some overseas media outlets including those in Canada, Jamaica and even as far away as New Zealand. The news was distributed by the Associated Press, who began their report by saying, “Bermuda has denied temporary work... Read more of this article
Roban: Banning Crew Is ‘Affront To Freedom’
“Minister Fahy’s decision to ban the overseas film crew is an affront to freedom of expression,” and the PLP encourages him to reverse his decision, Shadow Minister for Home Affairs Walter Roban said this evening [Apr 6]. Citing “potential reputational risks to Bermuda,” Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy denied work permits to... Read more of this article
Middleton Film Crew Denied Work Permits
[Updated] Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy has denied work permits to an overseas film crew — who planned to film a documentary on the Rebecca Middleton murder — citing “potential reputational risks to Bermuda.” When the matter first arose late last month the Minister had said, “”The Middleton film crew were not... Read more of this article
9 Videos: Bermuda Docs Film Festival Trailers
Bermuda Docs has announced the line up of films to be presented at the upcoming Bermuda Documentary Film Festival, set to be held from April 17 through April 20 in the Tradewinds Auditorium at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. A host of films will be shown, and you can watch the previews below. Official “Plot for Peace”... Read more of this article
Fahy: Middleton Crew Didn’t Apply For Permits
Following confusion surrounding the immigration matters with an overseas film crew, Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy has clarified that they weren’t refused work permits, they actually didn’t apply for them. Speaking in the Senate today, Minister Fahy said, “The Middleton film crew were not denied work permits. “Rather, they... Read more of this article
Video Preview: LookBermuda’s Sea Venture Film
After five years in production, LookBermuda’s Sea Venture film will be screened as the opening night local film at the 2014 Bermuda International Film Festival [BIFF] on March 21st, which will be followed by the official Premiere in April / May. The Sea Venture is an integral part of the Bermuda story, her wrecking led to the permanent settlement... Read more of this article
Bermuda War Film To Screen At NYC Festival
TenTen Publications and Bermudian production company Afflare Films announced their award winning film In the Hour of Victory has managed to penetrate the all-important New York City independent film festival market with a screening this coming week. Featured in the “Mark of Distinction” category, the film will screen at the New York City... Read more of this article
Victory Film Claims Another Film Festival Award
TenTen Publications and Afflare Films have revealed that their award winning film has chalked up another film festival win. The World War II-based Bermuda documentary, ‘In The Hour of Victory’ was the winner of the best ‘Directing in a Documentary’ category at the just-completed Southampton (UK) International Film Festival. More than 400 films,... Read more of this article
Victory Film Nominated For Two Further Awards
Afflare Films and TenTen Publications announced that Lucinda Spurling’s film, ‘In the Hour of Victory’ has been nominated for two further awards at the upcoming Southampton International Film Festival to be held in Southampton, UK between October 3rd and 6th 2013. The film will make its UK premiere screening at the festival and has been nominated... Read more of this article
Victory Deal With California Film Company
An agreement has been signed which will potentially take the Bermuda documentary, ‘In The Hour of Victory’ to the more lucrative North American and International markets. Executive Producer of the film, Jonathan Smith, was in Beverly Hills, California last Friday to sign an agreement with Ostrow and Company. Ostrow and Company specializes in finding... Read more of this article
Documentary Preview: ‘In The Hour Of Victory’
The Bermuda Documentary Film Festival later this month features the world premiere of award winning Bermudian director Lucinda Spurling’s film, “In the Hour of Victory,” which is based on the book by Senator Jonathan Smith. Senator Smith published “In The Hour Of Victory” — based on letters his grandfather Major Toby Smith sent to... Read more of this article
“Ryan’s Heart” To Premiere on NJ TV
A documentary covering the life saving gift given after the tragic death of 15-year-old Dakarai Tucker will be broadcast on NJ Today. Baristanet reports that, “NJTV’s news program NJ Today will broadcast a three-part series this week about a Montclair State University student and heart transplant recipient Ryan Miller and his journey to meet... Read more of this article
Air Canada Buys Rights To Whale Film
Bermuda’s waters and the humpback whales that pass through them will be showcased during Air Canada flights, with the airline having purchased the rights to show “Where the Whales Sing” on its flights for a two-month period. In addition, a television station in Iran has bought the rights to broadcast the film in the Middle East, and... Read more of this article
‘Atlantic’ Spotlights ‘Mr. Happy Man’
The film “Mr. Happy Man” — the story of 88-year-old Johnny Barnes, who spends each morning wishing Bermuda’s commuters well — is spotlighted at “The Atlantic” magazine’s on-line site along with its director Matt Morris. The magazine’s film critic Jason Sondhi selected “Mr. Happy Man”... Read more of this article
