November 2011 Newsletter

November 21, 2011

As we near the end of "Movember" and look towards the festive season of spiced chai lattes and good cheer I wanted to share with you a bit of what Insider Films has been up to this month.

I read the other day that on average a child laughs 400 times a day, whilst an adult laughs on average only 4 times a day. In light of those statistics I have decided to add a jokes section to the start of our newsletter. For those of you who have experienced the world of video/film production I am sure you will enjoy a little chuckle with Novembers joke.

Your November joke
A producer, a director, and a DP (Camera Operator) are scouting locations. As they're wandering around, one of them spots a lamp. Naturally, they decide to rub it, and, just as naturally, a genie pops out.

The genie says, "Since there are three of you, I will grant you each one wish." The DP says, "I want to live on a beach in the south Pacific, where I can film the most gorgeous sunsets in the most beautiful settings for the rest of my life." The genie says, "Done," and POOF! The DP disappears.

The director says, "I want to make the biggest, most epic movie ever, with a limitless budget, a cast of thousands, and all the time I need to shoot it." The genie says, "Done," and POOF! The director disappears.

Then the producer glances at his watch and says, "I want them both back here in five minutes, we have a lot to get done today!"

MUSIC Saves III

Insider Films had the opportunity to be involved again this year with Music Saves for the 3rd year running. Music Saves III in conjunction with Shore 104.3 and VAMS – The Vancouver Adapted Music Society showcases an array of talented musicians and cast performing the Canadian Classic "Oh, What a Feeling" by Crowbar. I'm sure you will enjoy this wonderful piece set against the beautiful backdrop of Vancouver.

MUCHFACT APPLICATIONS

We are making an early start on gathering applications for the next MUCHFACT deadline on 5th January 2012. Insider Films has many years experience applying for grants and we'd love to help you make the best possible application. If you or an artist you know is interested in applying for a Music Video grant please contact me at

To all the men, I hope you have had a successful "Movember" and to all the women, don't worry it's nearly over!

We always appreciate your feedback on how we can serve you better. Please feel free to send us your thoughts or even just drop by for a coffee! Thank you for your time and support.

All the best

Heidi Cestari, Producer
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