*FALL 2020 ANNOUNCEMENT*
The ICS family hopes artists around the world are safe and healthy as we approach the Fall Season. With the current, unpredictable pandemic conditions, we understand how difficult these times may be as an artist. While rapid changes are occurring around the world, we as a cinema family aim to keep our hearts and resources available to support and showcase independent artists as much as possible this 2020.
The ICS family is currently planning for a 2021 Showcase Season, with hopes of being back safe and sound at our home venue Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE.
Submit now here on FilmFreeway to join our cinema family! In addition to short films, we are now accepting short screenplays under 25 pages. Three talented writers will be selected to showcase their visions with us.
Your participation and support this 2020 will greatly help us keep our dedicated mission alive: to discover and showcase independent filmmakers from around the world! In the meantime, the ICS founder will be hosting virtual conversations and special filmmaker spotlight events on CYA LIVE.
THE INDEPENDENT CINEMA SHOWCASE (ICS)
*To Support and Promote Independent Filmmakers*
SHOWCASE SEASON 2021 (Exact Dates TBD):
Spring Edition: April or May
Summer Edition: July or August
Fall Edition: November October or November
The Independent Cinema Showcase is a fundraising event to support and promote independent filmmakers from all around the world who have the perseverance and courage to create, collaborate and invest in their own dreams. The screening features an array of short independent content including TV pilots, parodies, dark comedies, suspense thrillers, animation and more.
The ICS Mission Statement: to discover and share independent filmmakers’ visions with a supportive community. Let's continue to gather visionaries and enthusiasts, and enjoy many beautiful pieces of cinema together!
The ICS family honors and highlights professional artists and entrepreneurs who truly appreciate Cinematic Art. We are dedicated to creating a professional networking and promotional opportunity to showcase independent content with a new audience. Join us on our dedicated journey to support, develop and showcase beautiful stories from all around the world on the big screen.
The ICS Host: Mary Rachel Gardner
The founder, creative producer and director of Kalliste Zoe Productions, an independent film production company aiming to explore, create and share original content through visual art and storytelling. Mary Rachel is a firm believer in creating and maintaining a strong filmmaking family who genuinely support one another. Thus sparked her motivation to create ICS. She as an independent filmmaker herself, knows what it is like when you first start out; it can be intimidating, and you may not know anyone or have the ample resources to truly execute your vision.
Looking for a creative collaboration? Please visit the Kalliste Zoe Productions website to connect and view their current portfolio of projects:
www.KallisteZoe.com
wwww.MaryRachelGardner.com
IG: @KallisteZoe3 / @MaryRachel13
Each filmmaker will receive a distribution opportunity with an award-winning online streaming platform called OPPRIME.tv, where the filmmakers can host and monetize their content. There will be three winners at each showcase with an "Honorable Mention" that includes a personalized trophy.
The showcase also includes special raffle prizes for all guests who attend and make a donation/contribution to ICS at the door. Previous prizes have included signed movie posters, comedy show tickets, coffee gift cards, sweet treats and discount packages (LiteGear, SimpleDCP, SirReel Studios, Peet's Coffee).
