MiMFF on hiatus until 2013

Mar28
2012

Written by MiMFF

March 28, 2012

Michigan Film Enthusiast,

At an emergency Board meeting last week and after much thoughtful deliberation and soul-searching the Made-in-Michigan Film Festival announces that, effective immediately, the organization will be on a one year event hiatus. This includes the cancellation of the monthly Made-in-Michigan Film Society Meetings at Gallery 194, Michigan Moonlight Movies on the Courthouse Lawn, our appearance at the Lapeer Celebrates the Arts and History Festival and the 2012 Made-in-Michigan Film Festival in Downtown Lapeer.

Some of the reasons for the event hiatus include the recent resignations of almost half of our Board members, citing personal reasons and/or the lukewarm reception we have received from the local area for these unique and promising events. We also received word from the Lapeer DBA that the Made-in-Michigan Film Festival, as a sponsored event, has been dropped from their event insurance policy through no fault of our own. Not the least of our concerns is an inconceivable 80% rent increase from the PIX Theater for 2012. We simply do not have the resources or manpower to fund, coordinate and staff events at this time as we try to recover from these serious blows to our organization.

Our remaining board members will use this time to gain much needed support from local government and non-government agencies, to apply for grants to cover our increased operating costs and rental fees in Downtown Lapeer, secure the rights to our intellectual property, conduct a coordinated membership & volunteer drive and solicit business sponsorships all in an effort to solidify our foundation. We will continue to be active in the filmmaking community, operating the Lapeer County Film Office and ensuring Michigan filmmakers that the festival will be back better than ever in 2013.

We hope you understand our predicament as we hope we have made the right decision for our organization. We appreciate the support we have received from Michigan filmmakers and those in the community who attend and enjoy our events. We hope that support will continue through 2012 as we strengthen our organization and into 2013 as we plan for a wonderful comeback event.

Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments. If you would like to speak to me directly, you may reach me at the number below.

Kindest Regards,

Juliane Bagley
President
810.882.1022
Made-In-Michigan Film Festival & Society
juliane@madeinmichiganfilmfestival.org
www.madeinmichiganfilmfestival.org

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Made-in-Michigan Film Society Presents: Documentary about Climbing Mt. Olympus

Mar14
2012

Written by MiMFF

“Climbing Mount Olympus Documentary” w/ Jacob Hunsanger

Gallery 194 @ 7pm

March 20th, 2012

Synopsis: The documentary follows a group of college students embarking on a unique mountain climbing expedition on the other side of the world, facing more challenges than just the climb. The film shows the physical and metal struggles of the students trying to accomplish an enormous feat, despite continuous challenges and obstacles. On top of the challenges of climbing one of the largest mountains in the region, the students also attempt to overcome stereotypes of physical abilities. The film deals with adventure, friendship and overcoming physical limitations.

Biography: Jacob Hunsanger is the Community Editor of the Lapeer Area View and The County Press newspapers, and a native of Lapeer, Mich. He earned bachelors degrees in English Literature and History at Cornerstone University before studying for at the masters degree program in Medieval Studies at Western Michigan University. An avid traveler and mountain climber, Jacob Hunsanger jumped at the opportunity to participate in the unique mountain climbing experience captured on film by an independent film crew in 2005.

Posted in Film Society

Made-in-Michigan Film Society Presents: “Waiter From Hell” – February 21st, 2012

Jan07
2012

Written by MiMFF

“Waiter From Hell”

Gallery 194 @ 7pm

February 21st, 2012

Made-in-Michigan Film Society Presents: “Waiter From Hell” – Directed by Michigan Filmmaker, Micheal McCallum. [53 minutes]

Director Michael McCallum will be in attendance, along with his father William C. McCallum, who was a producer and also played an acting role in the film.

Synopsis: 3 Installments following the world’s worst waiter interacting with innocent customers and co-workers.

The event is free & open to the public! Made-In-Michigan door prizes, Film Festival merchandise, and a light dinner will be available and free-will donations will be accepted.

http://www.rebelpictures.net/films.html

Posted in Film Society, Filmmaker - Tagged Micheale McCallum

Attention: Michigan Filmmakers!

Jan01
2012

Written by MiMFF

Planning for the 2012 Made-in-Michigan Film Festival is under way, and we’re excited to be bringing lots of great new ideas such as a film challenge, and more workshops! We appreciate all the feedback from last year’s festival, and we plan on making necessary upgrades and improvements. Our Call for Entries will be announced next month.

In addition to our annual film festival, we have the Made-in-Michigan Film Society (MiMFS). It’s an opportunity to bring independent films to the city of Lapeer, and give exposure to Michigan Films through monthly events. If you’re a Michigan Filmmaker and have a film that you want featured at an upcoming event, please contact us at info@madeinmichiganfilmfestival.org.

Posted in Film Festival, Film Society