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> Dear SCREEN-L Members,
>
> This is a *First* CALL FOR ENTRIES for Telluride IndieFest '98! (formerly
> known as the Telluride Independent Film & Screenwriters Festival)!
>
> Please see Entry Form (below).
>
> This unique festival/seminar is (once again) dedicated to the spirit and
> advancement of independent film/videomaking and screenwriting!
>
> Scheduled during the winter ski-season (December 4 -6, 1998) here in
> *beautiful* Telluride (Colorado), come interact with your peers and
> exchange ideas and information about independent film/videomaking and
> screenwriting!
>
> Workshops will include:
>
> 1)  How to Make a 'Small-Budget' Independent Film/Video
> 2)  Financing of Independent Films/Videos
> 3)  Distribution of Independent Films/Videos
> 4)  How to Get Your Screenplay Through the 'Hollywood Maze'
> 5)  How to Get an Agent
> 6) The Future of Independent Film/Videomaking (DVD, the Internet/Web,
> Self-Distribution, etc.)
>
> This festival promises to generate a 'brainstorm' of interesting
> information and HIGH entertainment value! Perched at 8750 feet it should!
>
> And, while you are here SKI or surf  our magnificent mountain!
> Find out why Telluride is called " the most beautiful place you'll ever ski!"
>
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>
> *First Call* Entry Fee (if received *by* December 1, 1997): $30.00 for
> Short Films/Videos (under 30 minutes), $35.00 for Screenplays, and $40.00
> for Feature Films/Videos
>
> Entry Fee (*after* December 1, 1997): $35.00 for Shorts, $40.00 for
> Screenplays, and $45.00 for Features
>
> DEADLINE for ALL Entries:  August 1, 1998
>
> All film/video entries (Features *and* Shorts) must be on *standard* VHS
> video (1/2").
>
> Film/video screenings (during the festival) may be on 3/4", 16mm or 35mm.
>
> SHORT films/videos (and documentaries) are *certainly* encouraged!
>
> Screenplays should be no-more than 120 pages.
> There will be 'active readings' of selected screenplays during the festival.
>
> Accepted festival entries (screenplay, film & video) will receive 4-day
> *complimentary* luxury accommodations and their choice of an exciting
> outdoor winter activity (downhill or cross-country skiing/surfing,
> snowmobile tour, or horseback riding), and free equipment rentals!
>
> *Telluride IndieFest is non-competitive*
>
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> ENTRY FORM
> Telluride IndieFest '98!
> (December 4 - 6, 1998)
>
> Name: ______________________________________________________
>
> Address: ____________________________________________________
>
> City: ___________________________  State: _____  Zip: ______________
>
> Tel: __________________________   Fax: _________________________
>
> E-Mail Address: _______________________________________________
>
> How did you hear about our festival? _________________________________
>
> Type of entry:   Film ___   Video ___   Screenplay ___
> (Please remember to send a 1/2" VHS for all film/video entries)
>
> Title of entry: _________________________________________________
>
> How Long (minutes or pages): ______________________________________
>
> Category (please circle):  Documentary   Drama   Comedy   Adventure
>
> Action   Suspense   Horror    Other:___________________________________
>
> Enclosed: $_____________ (check one) Check ____   Money Order ____
>
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> Please make check or money order (US funds) payable to:  QUESO PRODUCTIONS
>
> Send to:
> Telluride IndieFest '98!
> c/o   Queso Productions
> P.O. Box  860
> Telluride, CO   81435
>
> *IMPORTANT NOTE*
>
> Please include a self-addressed stamped postcard (or envelope) to confirm
> that your entry has been received!
>
> As well, if you want your screenplay, film and/or video *returned*, please
> include a SASE ('priority mail' recommended) with proper postage.
>
> Film & Write On!
>
> Michael Carr
> Director: Telluride IndieFest '98!
>
> P.S.
> Please visit:   http://telluridemm.com/indifest.html
> for complete information about the 1997 event!
 
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