Central Productions: Boston Cinema Census
Deadline to apply is March 15
Central Productions, a local organization that supports area filmmakers operating outside the mainstream, is now accepting submissions for the 12th annual Boston Cinema Census. Deadline to apply is March 15.
The yearly screening, organized by Central Productions, provides an intimate and entertaining way for New England filmmakers to present their work to a film-loving audience. The indie showcase takes place at 7 p.m. April 10 at the historic Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle Street, Cambridge.
The goal of the Boston Cinema Census is to encourage and bolster local filmmakers by creating an atmosphere of community support, said Chris Gaines, Executive Director of Central Productions.
“We’re not about competition – we see so much talent in this region,” Gaines said. “Really, our objective is to provide a supportive platform and an open dialogue within the community – and also to have fun! We pack the house with filmmakers and aficionados; it’s a celebration of talent.”
Last year, more than 100 entries were submitted to the Boston Cinema Census, with pieces representing a wide scope of creative work. John Gianvito, a director and producer known for movies such as Profit Motive and the Whispering Wind and Far from Afghanistan, called the 2013 screening “a very strong and diverse group of films that left me feeling reinvigorated about the Boston film community.”
This year, Central Productions has worked diligently to expand its outreach and continue to represent the diversity and ingenuity of the New England filmmaking community. “We want to continue to be the hub of non-commercial film in the greater Boston area,” Gaines said.
“Workshops, events and social media efforts are helping us bring visibility to the talent here,” he said. “At the same time, we want to continue to support emerging artistic talent and raise the bar for Boston’s dynamic indie film scene.”
Tickets to the Boston Cinema Census can be purchased via the Brattle Theatre box office in person or online at brattlefilm.org.
For information on Central Productions, visit centralproductions.org.
To learn more about the Boston Cinema Census, go to bostoncinemacensus.com.
