2. ‘No Footing’ by Michael Licisyn
CONTENTS
Welcome from the Director…….………………………………………………………...3
Sponsors…………..…….…….…………………………………………………………..4
Saturday, Oct. 16……...….….…………………………………………………………...5
Sunday, Oct. 17……………….…………………………………………………………..8
Special Thanks…………………………………………………………………………...11
‘Cinemetropolis’ by Andrew Sherwood
3. Dear Festival Attendee:
On behalf of myself, the Manalapan Arts Council, and Manalapan Township, welcome, welcome, welcome to
the 2010 Manalapan Independent Film Festival.
As an independent filmmaker, I am well aware of the ups and downs, trials and tribulations, financial
frustrations, and everything in between that it takes to make an independent film. The sheer passion,
collaborative effort, the drive to make something truly remarkable, engaging, and entertaining just for the sake
of telling a story - this is what independent filmmakers are all about.
We are all winners here; for taking a thought in our head, penning it down, gathering as much (or as little)
financing and resources as are at our disposal, and telling the story we want to tell. As intense and challenging a
task as it is to complete a short film, it can be just as arduous to get it out there, shown at festivals, and having
people watch it. There is no greater feeling than that particular feeling of accomplishment. Believe me, I’ve
been there. Heck, I’m still there.
This festival is for anyone that has ever had a goal in mind, overcome countless obstacles to achieve it, and
created something that they could truly be proud of.
MIFF is pleased and honored to be showcasing these short and feature films made by artists with vision and
drive. The festival is also excited to host workshops on aspects of filmmaking that are sometimes overlooked.
I would also like to thank the community, without which none of this would be possible. Having members of
the township and surrounding communities be a part of this festival is just as important as the artists behind
the films; without you this festival would not have an audience. I truly hope you appreciate the process and
dedication that is required for independent filmmaking, and that you enjoy what is in store.
It should also be noted that MIFF is composed of volunteers from the Manalapan Arts Council, an official
committee of Manalapan Township. MAC is committed to promoting to the community works of art that
explore the potential of various mediums to illuminate, enrich, and engage viewers.
It is my sincerest hope that you find the 2010 Manalapan Independent Film Festival as entertaining and as
engaging as myself and the other members of MAC have worked so hard for it to be. This is but a taste of what
the independent film arts are all about, and I truly wish that you enjoy every moment of it. Welcome!
Sincerely yours,
Michael E. Fromm, Director
Manalapan Independent Film Festival
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5. Presenting Sponsors
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Service Sponsors
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The Radisson Hotel
Scarpone & Vargo, LLC Freehold, NJ
Attorneys at Law
Community Sponsors
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Freehold Regional
Performing Arts Center
Media Sponsors
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6. Saturday, October 16
1pm - BOX OFFICE OPENS
TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING 120 ROUTE 522 MANALAPAN, NJ
$12 - Day Pass $20 - Weekend Pass
- Purchase Tickets - Pickup Pre-orders - Ask Questions - Eat some Snacks
- Meet the Staff - Meet the Filmmakers
2pm - WORKSHOP - COPYRIGHTING YOUR WORK
LEADER - Bruce Vargo, Scarpone & Vargo, Attorneys at Law
Protecting your work as a screenwriter or filmmaker is crucial to the filmmaking
industry. Join Mr. Vargo as he introduces you to the various aspects of
copyrighting your work, including trademarking, patenting, trade secrets and
types of film-related intellectual property. Learn what is able to be protected and
the benefits of securing those protections.
3pm - SHORT FILM BLOCK
FEATURING:
MONSTER GOO: (Michael E. Fromm)
Jackie’s latest experiment is oozing to bring out a much darker side of its
creator...
DIRTY HANDS: (Andrew Sherwood)
Convicted killer Nancy King has escaped from prison and is hunting down the
prosecutor of her case.
A LATE CHRISTMAS: (Michael Aronson)
After the loss of her husband, Marian tries to reunite her family, only to learn
that the thing getting in the way may in fact be herself.
MINOR DETAILS: (Jenna Bush)
Returning home from a 15 month tour in Afghanistan, young US soldier James
Henderson reflects on the life-altering rigors and experiences of war; his difficult
readjustment to civilian life; a new career path and his renewed hopes for a
lasting peace in the country where he was deployed - a place with history,
landscape, and a way of life that few Americans can ever begin to understand.
7. Saturday, October 16
3pm - SHORT FILM BLOCK (cont.)
WAY TO GO, CHRISTINE!: (Mark Thimijan)
Christine is a 20-something who suffers through the day in her cubicle office job.
Her one relief comes from her two 15-minute breaks where she sprints to the
liquor store and busy 40 ounces of malt liquor. She chugs as she runs, hoping not
to be late.
SUBWAY: (Anthony Marine#i)
A story about a connection that is made during a subway commute between a
man and a woman.
BE SOMEBODY: (Miche#e Zelazny)
The story of a Mexican immigrant trying to give his kids more than his father
was able to give him.
RAINBOW RABBIT RELIANT: (Kitt Lavoie)
Flanked by secret service, the favored daughter of the President-elect arrives to
invite her estranged sister to the upcoming inauguration. A decade of differences
unravel as the two sisters attempt to resolve an “inconvenient” truth.
8. Saturday, October 16
5pm - WORKSHOP - SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKING
LEADER - Doug Seidel, Justice Productions
Believe it or not, making a movie is the easy part. However, spreading the word
about your work or services is not always an easy task. Doug Seidel will lead this
workshop on the various means - including networking, social media and viral
video - to get your name and your work known to a vast amount of people.
6pm - FEATURE FILM - BARE KNUCKLES
Written by Robert Redlin; Directed by Eric Etebari
Women will go to extreme lengths for those they love and single mother
Samantha Rogers (Jeanette Roxborough) is no exception. Along with her young
daughter, Milla, Sam struggles to make ends meet, taking her licks as a stunt
double by day and cocktail waitressing at a rowdy bar at night. When Sam uses
her skills to end a bar fight between two drunk women, down and out fight
promoter Sonny Cool (Karate Kid’s Martin Kove) sees an opportunity to get
back into the game. He tells Sam all about the "show," a high class, underground
illegal all female bare knuckle fight tournament, where brutality and elegance mix
with high stakes and deception. Is the price too much for her.
Bare Knuckles..... a knockout punch of strength and determination, inspired by a
true story.
7:30pm - Q&A - Jeff Quinlan & Chris Mulkey of ‘Bare Knuckles’
Join us directly after the screening of ‘Bare Knuckles for a special question and
answer session with Jeff Quinlan, Producer, and Chris Mulkey, our celebrity
special guest and star of ‘Bare Knuckles’.
Chris Mulkey is one of Hollywood’s most prominent character actors, having
appeared in over 70 feature films and 80 television shows, spanning a nearly four
decade career. Other notable mentions in Mulkey’s tremendous career is being
directed by and starring alongside Robert Duval in the HBO miniseries ‘Broken
Trail’. As well, Mulkey has appeared in films such as ‘First Blood’, ‘The Fan’ and
‘Cloverfield’. His television appearances include a recurring role on ‘Twin Peaks’
and ‘Friday Night Lights’, as well as featured roles on ‘Lost’, ‘24’, ‘Law and Order’
and in the new HBO show ‘Boardwalk Empire’.
9. Full service film &
Video Production:
Video Editing
Script Doctoring
Social Media Video
Event Videography
Video Transfer
Marketing & Publicity
Find us on:
Facebook
Twitter @Justiceprod
Youtube @Jprodllc
justice-productions.com
10. Sunday, October 17
1pm - BOX OFFICE OPENS
TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING 120 ROUTE 522 MANALAPAN, NJ
$12 - Day Pass $20 - Weekend Pass
- Purchase Tickets - Pickup Pre-orders - Ask Questions - Eat some Snacks
- Meet the Staff - Meet the Filmmakers
2pm - WORKSHOP - PITCHING A SCREENPLAY
LEADER - Marla Cukor, LR Films; NJ Screenwriter’s Network
Learning how to effectively pitch your screenplay could lead to great
opportunities to get your work produced. Join Marla Cukor as she goes in to
detail on the correct format your script should be in, as well as the proper
etiquette on how to effectively garner the attention of the right people.
3pm - SHORT FILM BLOCK
FEATURING:
SHELTER: (Robert Kolodny)
Based on actual events, Shelter is the story of Ruven, a Jewish prisoner who
escapes from a Nazi concentration camp during work detail and must then
survive in the bitter forests of Poland. Ruven uses love as a means to keep warm
and memories to feed his soul.
LOOSE TEETH: (Celia Quinnette)
Approached with her mother’s recent passing, a troubled girl must come to terms
with her past in order to face going home for the funeral.
THE PARTY: (John Fazen)
Lance is a man who knows what he wants out of life, but fails to obtain it. He
struggles to understand what is happening to him as he desperately tries to
connect with the woman he loves. What is the true cost of the pursuit of
happiness and what would you be willing to pay in order to obtain it?
THE PROPOSAL: (Chris D’Alessio)
Not all is what it seems when a young bachelor plots out the most important
night of his life.
11. Sunday, October 17
3pm - SHORT FILM BLOCK (cont.)
YEARS OF OUR YOUTH: (Chris Mi#er)
On the day before he leaves, a young man gets into a fight with his girlfriend.
AMERICA...THE BEAUTIFUL?: (Rosemary Mantineo)
An intimate look at the waste that is being thrown in to a local community, and
what passionate volunteers are doing to fix it.
THE ORDINARY: (Michael Aronson)
After years of estrangement, an elderly father visits his son at a late night diner.
But, this time, things don’t go as expected.
THE TEST: (Matthew Basile)
In a future world, you have to pass a test to prove your worth. Three friends take
the test together, knowing it will decide their fates.
CINEMETROPOLIS: (Andrew Sherwood)
In a city where every movie you’ve ever seen is all happening at the same time, a
boy from a silent film falls in love with a girl from a musical.
12. Sunday, October 17
5pm - WORKSHOP - AUDITIONING FOR A ROLE
LEADER - Nancy Daniels, NJ/Phi#y based actress
For filmmakers and actors alike, this workshop will teach you the fundamentals
and proper etiquette on how to audition for a role, as well as how to prepare for a
cold-reading scene. Lead by Nancy Daniels, this is a great opportunity for anyone
interested in learning this crucial part of the film production process - finding
your cast. There will also be some opportunities for the audience members to get
up there and perform in front of their peers.
6pm - FEATURE FILM - NO FOOTING
Written & Directed by Michael Licisyn
All 23-year-old Madison wanted to be was an artist. Now out of college a year and
a half, she finds herself no closer to a successful career than when she began.
Stuck in a dead end job at a local copy shop, her relationships crumbling around
her, and a complete lack of inspiration to aspire for more, Madison attempts to
jump start her career and get her life started.
After the film, join writer/director Michael Licisyn for a Q&A where he will
answer any and all questions regarding his already prominent career, as well as the
film he is showcasing.
8pm - CLOSING/AWARDS CEREMONY
The 2010 Manalapan Independent Film Festival will conclude with the awards
ceremony. Hosted by MIFF Judges and Volunteers.
Categories Include:
Best Film, Best Director, Best Writing, Best Acting, Best Editing, Best Cinematography,
Best Soundtrack, Best Art Direction, and Audience Favorite Awards for both screenings.
Runner-ups wi# also be announced.
Trophies and certificates will be handed out to films screened on both nights, so
make sure to show up and support your film, as well as your filmmaking peers.
14. Holiday Concert
& Brunch
Featuring
The Brothers In Harmony
Hamilton Square, NJ
Knob Hill Country Club ! Shinnecock Drive ! Manalapan, NJ 07726
December 19th, 2010
Doors open at 11:30 am
Tickets are $35.00 per person
Ticket price includes a gourmet buffet brunch, and a
selection of holiday favorites performed by the
Brothers in Harmony
the best mens barbershop chorus in the tri-state area.
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Please contact Susan Lapkin at
(732)446-8303
or e-mail info@mtnj.org, for more information.
15. Special Thanks
Festival Director: Michael E. Fromm
Arts Council Chairs: Marty Gelfond, Andrea McPherson
Administration: Susan Lapkin
Publicity: Judith Drucker
Graphic Design: Adam Kaufman
Screening Sub-Committee: Judith, Drucker, Michael Fromm, Heather Markson, Barbara Miller, Ayasha Roberson,
Beatrice Truscelli
Judges: Chad Anderson, Rachel Burkhardt, Marla Cukor, Donna Dolphin, Doug Seidel, Jan Zachary
Workshop Leaders: Marla Cukor, Nancy Daniels, Doug Seidel, Bruce Vargo
Service Sponsors: Manalapan Arts Council; Manalapan Township; Justice Productions, LLC; Scarpone & Vargo, LLC; NJ
Screenwriter’s Network; Numa Network; Brookdale Community College; Monmouth University; Freehold Regional
Performing Arts Center; Manalapan Township Television Network; Four Boys Ice Cream; Radisson of Freehold;
Asbury Park Press; The Greater Media Newspapers
Most importantly, the films and the great minds behind them. As well, to the community of talented artists and avid
movie-goers who spoke out for an event of this nature, breathing life in to it. It is thanks to you and your support that
this festival happened, and will continue in the following years. You are what MIFF is all about. Thank you.
MAC 2010 Events
Manalapan Symphony Concert
December 4th
Manalapan Holiday Brunch at Knob Hill Country Club
Featuring ―The Brothers in Harmony
December 19th from 11:30am-3pm
For questions about programming or information about joining
the MAC organization, call (732) 446– 8303.
Manalapan Township Committee:
Mayor: Andrew Lucas
Deputy Mayor: Susan Cohen
Township Committee: Ryan D. Green, Don Holland, Michelle Roth
Township Administrator: Tara Lorvich
Manalapan Arts Council: Clyde Braunstein, Enid Bush, Judith Drucker, Michael Fromm, Marty Gelfond (Chair),
Hank Grassi, Adam Kaufman, Ryan D. Green (Liaison), Heather Markson, Andrea McPherson (Co-Chair), Barbara
Miller, Ayasha Roberson, Judith Tolchin, Beatrice Truscelli
