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Film Ad.indd 1 4/3/09 2:41:43 PM FESTIVAL PERSONNEL Executive Director Tony Armer Programming Director Derek Miner Communications Director Paul Wilson Creative Director J. Declan Flynn Special Events Director Lisa Mansell Volunteer Coordinator Joanie Sigal 2009 SUNSCREEN FILM FESTIVAL Guest Coordinator Gina Kugler Hospitality Coordinator Corey Janney Film School Coordinator Harry Chittenden Transportation Gina Kugler Counsel Glenn E. Goldberg BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Tony Armer Since 2005, the Sunscreen Film Festival has encouraged the creation Vice President: Derek Miner and production of independent film in Florida with the specific objec- Secretary: J. Declan Flynn Patti Brown tive to promote the exhibition of works by filmmakers by conducting Treasurer: educational programs that teach the art and science of filmmaking Directors at Large: Lisa Mansell and increasing the public’s awareness and support of local filmmaking Sherri Simonetti Paul Wilson as a cultural and economic asset. Joanie Sigal Brad Kugler Now in our fourth year, the Sunscreen Film Festival hopes to continue Corey Janney to consistently entertain, challenge and create memorable moments for Harry Chittenden Cameron Cox its filmmakers, special guests, judges and film-loving public. Glenn E. Goldberg Our success is measured by the year-round commitment of its loyal ADVISORY BOARD and generous personnel, board of directors, volunteers and close Dave DeBorde Southeastern University advisors, and of course, those who love film in Florida. Their tireless Tom Garrett The University of Tampa support has allowed the Sunscreen Film Festival to become the first tangible film festival in St. Petersburg and Clearwater's history. Shortly after the last frame has flickered upon the silver screen, we will begin preparations for the 5th annual Sunscreen Film Festival, qualifying us to be the first film festival in St. Petersburg-Clearwater to qualify for an Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) grant allowing our short-film category winners to become eligible for Oscar consideration. Enjoy and thank you for supporting the Sunscreen Film Festival. 04 CELEBRITY GUESTS Patrick Wilson Michael Rooker A star of both stage and screen, A most recognizable film character 2009 SUNSCREEN FILM FESTIVAL Patrick’s rise to fame started with often playing the role of brut or such Broadway hits as, The Full psychopath, Michael’s occasional Monty, Oklahoma and Barefoot in turn to the role of the always well- the Park. Patrick was nominated acted “good guy” helped turn this twice for a Tony Award and has often typecast actor into one mem- Emmy and Golden Globe nomin- orable character. His filmography ations for his critically acclaimed performance in the includes such notable roles in, Days of Thunder, JFK, 2003 drama HBO mini-series Angels in America. Cliffhanger and the chilling title character in Henry: Patrick has appeared in such popular films as, The Portrait of a Serial Killer. Michael is an award winning Alamo, The Phantom of the Opera, Hard Candy, Little actor and continues to delight audiences with hard- Children and recently the smash graphic novel hit, The edged, passionate characters with a point to prove. Watchmen as the Nite Owl II. Bill Cobbs Jeffrey Donovan A prolific American actor, Bill has A classically trained and seasoned starred in over 120 television pro- actor, Jeff’s latest work on televi- grams and films. At the age of 36, sion and the big screen is the hit Bill left for New York to seek work TV series Burn Notice as a black- as an actor, turning down a job at listed spy, and in Clint Eastwood’s NBC in order to audition full time. Changeling opposite Angelina Jolie His first professional acting role as Capt. Jones. His off-Broadway was in Ride a Black Horse at the Negro Ensemble Com- stage performance in Things You Shouldn’t Say Past pany, appearing in small street and regional theatre Midnight as Gene and in Hamlet as the title role has performances. His first television role was six years proven Jeff Donovan as a versatile and highly sought after relocating to New York and he hasn’t looked after talent. When not on stage or in front of the cam- back since. His notable roles include, The Hudsucker era, he enjoys his family, a few rounds of golf and Proxy, The Bodyguard and the cool jazz musician in saving the planet as a truly green-living celebrity. the film, That Thing You Do. AUTOGRAPHS 05 SPECIAL GUESTS Dave Anderson Phil Cooke A producer and key visionary of Filmmaker and media activist, Phil more than three hundred feature Cooke offers his vast experience length films and documentaries and knowledge in film production 2009 SUNSCREEN FILM FESTIVAL including Dreamwork’s The Prince and media giving a unique perspec- of Egypt, Dave Anderson offers his tive on both religious and secular experience with the major studios, media issues facing the film indus- producing, and marketing films. try today. Karen Baker Landers & John N. Flynn Per Hallberg A former marketing executive at Academy Award winning sound MGM / United Artists with vast ex- editors (Black Hawk Down & The perience in the marketing and dis- Bourne Ultimatum), Karen and her tribution of film in domestic and partner of 22 years at Soundelux, international markets, John Flynn Per Hallberg speak about the sheds light on the strategies of film impact sound has on the audience. distribution for indie filmmakers. Jamie Fleming Marc Durso With over twenty years experience The energetic and infectious Marc in the entertainment industry with Durso speaks directly to the actor in studios such as Disney and Univer- all of us offering his insightful ex- sal Studios, Jamie Fleming offers his perience as both a writer and act- perspective into the world of film ing coach. Marc is world-renowned acquisition and distribution from for his ability to help actors with the financial point of view. their craft. LaTanya Potts John Jackson An industry insider with a wealth A casting director with such credits of knowledge inside the world of as, Sideways and About Schmidt, casting, LaTanya Potts has cast most John Jackson offers his insightful of Hollywood’s elite like Terrance guidance to actors who struggle Howard, Louis Gossett, Jr and Sam during the audition process, giving Jackson. LaTanya generously offers them tips into what casting direc- guidance as a casting agent. tors really look for. Dave DeBorde Scott M. Goldberg An award-winning filmmaker and An attorney with Hetz, Jones & extraordinary teacher, Dave’s in- Goldberg located on the back lot the-trench approach helps his of Universal Studios, Scott practic- students cultivate their craft by fo- es Entertainment and Multimedia cusing on the details required to Law, among others. He counseled guide the artistic process to screen films as The Blair Witch Project and and their projects to fruition. 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