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NEWS
VOTE FOR HEARTLAND IN NUVO'S BEST OF 2006
8/24/2006
In 2000 and 2003, Heartland Film Festival was recognized as Indianapolis's favorite film festival, as voted on by the readers of Nuvo. Now, the Best of 2006 voting is in full swing. Visit their site to enter in your favorites in all sorts of categories. And most importantly, put Heartland Film Festival in as your favorite Indianapolis Film Festival. Add a comment about why you think we're the best, and you could win a mystery Grand Prize worth over $500! Vote today!
PRESIDENT SIGNS THE PENSION PROTECTION ACT INTO LAW, AFFECTING CHARITABLE GIVING
8/21/2006
President Bush signed the Pension Protection Act into law last week. One aspect of the detailed legislation spells out a way to give back to your favorite charities and non-profit organizations from an IRA without being penalized for the withdrawl.
The Planned Giving Design Center has summarized what the new law means for those over age 70. Click here to read the article in its entirety.
If you'd like to remember Heartland Film Festival in your charitable giving, you can become part of our Circle of Friends today. Or, call our offices at 317-464-9405 to speak with our Advancement Department in greater detail.
SPECIAL SCREENING OF CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTOR THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2006
3/20/2006
There will be a viewing of the 2004 Crystal Heart Award-winning documentary film "CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTOR” followed by a discussion with the film's Director Terry Benedict on Saturday, March 25, 2006. Admission is free. For further information about this event, please contact mklinkose@yahoo.com.
Saturday, March 25, 2006
6:30 p.m.
Christian Theological Seminary
Shelton Auditorium
1000W. 42nd Street
Conscientious Objector
A true story of an American patriot and soldier who, though he refused to carry a weapon, was awarded the Medal of Honor for his acts of bravery during World War II. The Conscientious Objector explores the nature of Desmond T. Doss’ heroism and searches out survivors of the 77th Infantry Division who were witness to Doss' actions and rescues. For the first time in 56 years, these men reunite with their humble Army medic on the very soil of his amazing story – the Maeda Escarpment in Okinawa, Japan.
Director Terry Benedict
A Midwesterner, Terry Benedict graduated from Pepperdine University. In Hollywood he worked with cinematographers Haskell Wexler and Conrad Hall. He was an assistant director of the stunt unit for the first "Terminator" movie and modeled for clothiers Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. His first film, “Painted Hero,” won several film festival awards for “Best Indy Dramatic Feature.” After Benedict’s second screenplay had gone into development, he decided to produce and direct a documentary of his boyhood hero, Desmond Doss. Benedict was personally honored for his work with the coveted Crystal Heart Award, and the Humanitarian Award.
SUMMER FILM INTERNSHIP
3/2/2006Overview: The Heartland Film Festival is seeking three interns to view and critique film entries for the 2006 Heartland Film Festival. Interns will evaluate films based upon technical and artistic merit and reflection of the Heartland mission: To recognize and honor filmmakers whose work explores the human journey by artistically expressing hope and respect for the positive values of life.
Interns will provide written reviews, discuss films with Heartland selection staff and compile synopses for the selected films. The internship will run from May 15 to July 15. Interns will view approximately 100 short and feature length films on VHS and DVD. Interns may view films in the Heartland office or pick up films to view at home. The internship includes a small stipend and Festival tickets.
Requirements: Interns are expected to have a background in film or film studies and communications as well as a proven ability to think critically about film. Interns are expected to be available to pick up films and attend meetings in downtown Indianapolis during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, approximately once a week.
Please send resume and cover letter by April 1 via post, email or fax to: Heartland Film Festival Attn: Maryann Koopman 200 South Meridian Street Suite 220 Indianapolis, Indiana 46225-1076 Phone: 317.464.9405 ext. 22 Fax: 317.464.9409 mkoopman@heartlandfilmfestival.org
