Fun Fact Friday
Did you know that in the Okanagan-Similkameen Boundary region last year, we filmed 31 productions (not including animation) ?
Well now you do.
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Fun Film Fact Friday!
Don Corleone wasn’t always supposed to be stroking a cat during his tete a tete with Bonasera. Rather, director Francis Ford Coppola spotted the animal on the set and decided to include it in the scene.“The cat in Marlon [Brando]’s hands was not planned for,” Coppola said according to Time. “I saw the cat running…
New Creative BC Funding Opportunity!
Guess what, local filmmakers! The 4th round of our Equity + Emerging Development Program through Creative BC is now open! The Equity + Emerging Development Program aims to provide direct and targeted support to emerging and/or equity seeking B.C. filmmakers. Creators can receive a grant of up to $10,000 to cover the cost of bringing…
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STORYHIVE Announces Scripted Winners
Telus STORYHIVE fund has been helping filmmakers launch their careers for years now – but mainly for those in the documentary world. But this year, they’ve branched out and awarded 40 individuals in BC and Alberta $20,000 each and invited them to be part of the TELUS STORYHIVE Scripted Edition! Those chosen will also receive…
Happy Holidays!
From all of us at the Okanagan Film Commission, Happy Holidays! We’re wishing each and every one of you an amazing season and an even better new year. Sincerely, Jon Summerland Okanagan Film Commissioner
Get Your Tickets Before They’re Gone
Guess what, everyone? Tickets are finally on sale for one of the Okanagan’s best events, hosted by the Okanagan Society of Independent Filmmakers. Judging by past years, they will sell out quickly, so head over to OSIF and order yours today! See you there!
