IndependentFilm.com - Film Festivals

Director Rebecca Miller and her film The Private Lives of Pippa Lee

Corey Boutilier — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:33:20 UT

The Connecticut Film Festival recently asked Corey Boutilier of IndependentFilm.com to interview Rebecca Miller for a special screening of her new film. The advance screening was held in Danbury, CT at the Palace Theater on Main St. where part of her film was shot. Connecticut adopted film tax credits to attract filmmaking in the state which this film was able to enjoy. This special introduction video screened to a sold out audience with over 450 attendees. An impressive feat by CT Film Festival Director Tom Carruthers who organized the event in just two weeks which also featured appetizers, beer and wine. This film is distributed by Screen Media Films.

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Richard Linklater at the 2009 Woodstock Film Festival

Corey Boutilier — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:43:41 UT

Richard screened his new film "Me and Orson Welles", Participated in panel discussions, and accepted the highly respected Woodstock "Maverick" Award presented to him by Ethan Hawke.

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Giancarlo Esposito at the closing ceremonies of the 2009 Woodstock Film Festival

Corey Boutilier — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:06:08 UT

Giancarlo, the M.C. of the awards ceremony, gives an amazing speech about what it means to be "independent" and the importance of independent film.

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Larry Hankin - at the 2009 Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal

Corey Boutilier — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 04:31:39 UT

Larry talks about his new project The Outlaw Emmett Deemus, working with Adam Sandler, his favorite acting roles, and his advice for aspiring Actors and Directors.

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Todd Phillps - Director of "The Hangover" Movie

Corey Boutilier — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 03:30:00 UT

At the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. Todd recently directed the largest grossing rated R film of all time, The Hangover Movie. At the Just For Laughs festival conference, Todd was the recipient of their Director of the Year award.

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Aziz Ansari and Aubrey Plaza star in NBC's "Parks and Recreation" and the film "Funny People"

Corey Boutilier — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:46:56 UT

Aziz and Aubrey were in Montreal at the premiere of "Funny People" as part of the 2009 Just for Laughs Festival.

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Just For Laughs 2009 Film Festival and Conference overview with Manager of Programming Paul Ronca

Corey Boutilier — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:00:38 UT

Paul recaps the festival including the many industry panel discussions and how the festival serves the comedy and film industry. This year saw the participation of comedy legends including Bill Cosby, David Alan Grier, Louie Anderson, Caroline Rhea, Jim Breuer. Best Director award was given to Todd Phillips (Director of "Hangover" movie) and Best Writing to Etan Cohen (Madagascar, Tropic Thunder). The panel discussions included many directors of comedy programming from CBS, FOX, ADULT SWIM, COMEDY CENTRAL, and several comedy writers from shows including David Letterman, The Daily Show, Steven Colbert.

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Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, Montreal, with Bobcat Goldthwait

Corey Boutilier — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:21:46 UT

Bobcat meets with Corey of IndependentFilm.com and discusses his new film "Worlds Greatest Dad" (Sundance Premiere) starring Robin Williams. We talk about Stand up Comedy, Directing, "Shakes the Clown", the Sam Kinison controversy, and the rumor of "Police Academy 8".

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Nantucket Film Festival with Pamela Yates

Corey Boutilier — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:52:45 UT

Pamela talks about documentary filmmaking and her latest doc "The Reckoning" about the International Criminal Court system.

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Nantucket Film Festival with Dan Ferrigan of The Way We Get By

Corey Boutilier — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:05:53 UT

Dan is the Co-Director of Photography of the award winning Documentary "The Way We Get By" - "...In a small Maine airport, strength and inspiration are given and received in equal measure.as group of senior citizens use hugs and handshakes to play a critical role in the Iraq war. Since 2003, nearly one million soldiers and marines from across the country have been greeted by seniors like Bill Knight, Joan Gaudet, and Jerry Mundy, who share their candid, wrenching stories."

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Connecticut Film Festival with James V. Hart Screenwriter and Author

Corey Boutilier — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 21:26:34 UT

James V. Hart accepts the WGA / Connecticut Film Festival Screenwriting Inspiration Award. Watch his inspirational acceptance speech at the Tarrywile Mansion in Danbury, CT. James may be best known for his many screenplays such as Hook, Contact, Dracula, and Muppet Treasure Island.

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Connecticut Film Festival with Mike Reiss of "The Simpsons" on Fox

Corey Boutilier — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 01:13:52 UT

Writer and Executive Producer of “The Simpsons” TV series and Movie, and the writer of “Queer Duck” and the film "My Life In Ruins." Mike spoke with Corey Boutilier of IndependentFilm.com to discuss many aspects of his career. Mike shares his thoughts about the evolution of animation comedy over his 20 years with the Simpsons.

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Connecticut Film Festival "No Kidding Me Too" with Joey "Pants" Pantoliano

Corey Boutilier — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:13:21 UT

Connecticut local, from Wilton, Joey "Pants" presents a special screening of his film at the Palace on Main Street in Danbury, CT. Joey speaks with Corey from IndependentFilm.com on the red carpet.

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Connecticut Film Festival Opening Night Film "TiMER"

Corey Boutilier — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:19:28 UT

on the Red Carpet with Writer/Director Jac Schaeffer.

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David Kaplan at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival

Corey Boutilier — Tue, 19 May 2009 02:27:44 UT

David talks about marketing and distributing independent films. David's new compilation DVD starring Christina Ricci includes his Sundance short Little Red Riding Hood.

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