Celluloid Ceiling

14/01/2025

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12/01/2025

12/01/2025

Are you a Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent professional with at least 3 years’ experience in virtual production (VP), post production, VFX or in a role with related transferable skills? Are you looking to gain the tools and network to progress to a more senior level in your career?

Film Forward 2025 is now open for applications, recruiting people to fill five paid work placements! The programme is designed to tackle the lack of representation of Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent professionals at mid to senior levels in VP, post and VFX by matching participants with vital training, work experience and networking opportunities.

Successful candidates will receive a four-week paid placement at leading companies: Bild Studios MARS Volume Final Pixel / Final Pixel Academy Framestore or Molinare

The 2025 programme will be delivered by ScreenSkills in partnership with the Adobe Foundation.

Learn more about the programme and apply now: ScreenSkills.com/film-forward-25

Applications close at 17:00 on 6 February 2025

12/01/2025

And for more pioneering women see ‘50 Women in Technology’ published by Supernova Aurora Metro Books

On her birthday, we remember Virginia Norwood, a key designer of Landsat satellite technology. Norwood, a trained physicist, designed Landsat's groundbreaking Multispectral Scanner System (MSS), which captured the spectral signatures of plants from space. https://go.nasa.gov/4gZAvK9

12/01/2025

A bit of a slow start but worth watching. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1GhDWeZHDS/?mibextid=wwXIfr

10/01/2025

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We are delighted to bring back the incredibly popular Lee for a special Awards Season screening, which will be followed by a Q&A with Antony Penrose, son of Roland Penrose and Lee Miller, and Director of Farleys House and Gallery, hosted by Joe Hill, Director of Towner.

A former model turned fearless war photographer who continually found herself at the turning points of history, friend to Picasso and lover of Man Ray, Lee Miller defied the odds stacked against female correspondents during World War II. Determined to document the truth of the N**i regime, she made her way into the very heart of the conflict, capturing some of its most essential images, but at tremendous personal cost.

Saturday 15 February, 2.00pm
Book tickets via our website: https://townereastbourne.org.uk/whats-on/cinema/lee-q-a

03/01/2025

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22/12/2024

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21/12/2024

Pioneering women in film continued...

Jessie Maple (February 14, 1937 – May 30, 2023) was an American cinematographer and film director whose groundbreaking work paved the way for greater diversity and inclusion in the film industry. As a trailblazer for the civil rights of African Americans and women in a male-dominated field, Maple's contributions to cinema extend far beyond her artistry; she actively reshaped the cultural and professional landscape of filmmaking.

Maple began her career as a film editor and later transitioned to cinematography, breaking barriers as one of the first African American women to join the International Photographers Guild, Local 600. Her membership was not easily earned; she faced systemic racism and gender discrimination, often having to prove her capabilities against doubters in an exclusionary industry. Maple’s determination to overcome these obstacles became a hallmark of her career.

In the 1970s, Maple co-founded the independent film company LJ Film Productions with her husband, Leroy Patton. Together, they created works that spotlighted African American communities and addressed critical social issues. One of her most notable films, "Will" (1981), is a deeply personal narrative about a he**in addict’s journey to recovery, reflecting Maple’s commitment to telling authentic stories often overlooked by mainstream cinema.

Beyond her own filmmaking, Maple was a passionate advocate for creating opportunities for underrepresented voices in the industry. She established a film training workshop to mentor aspiring Black filmmakers, providing them with access to equipment and resources that were otherwise unavailable. Through her mentorship, she helped cultivate a new generation of talent, amplifying the impact of her legacy.

Maple’s contributions have been recognized in retrospective screenings and by institutions dedicated to preserving her work. Her films are celebrated for their raw, unfiltered portrayal of Black life and for challenging the status quo of the time. As a filmmaker, Maple not only brought visibility to marginalized communities but also inspired others to do the same.

11/12/2024

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11/12/2024

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When women are leads, the world watches. 🙌 Take it from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo – When we tell women’s stories, theaters overflow with audiences eager to see their adventures. However, according to our 2024 Film Study, only 30% of leads in films with a $100M+ budget are female characters. We want to see more female leads in big budget films! Check out the full study at https://bit.ly/3Bv98s8.

01/11/2024

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the birth of the pioneering African American writer, "Encounters with James Baldwin" is an expansive collection of brief essays, reflections, interviews, and poetry. This poignant anthology highlights the profound impact of the author and activist who courageously spoke truth to power during the struggle for Black civil rights in the United States and beyond.

Within this literary compilation, more than 30 contributors share how Baldwin's ideas, oratory, and writings have shaped their personal journeys and heightened their consciousness of the necessity for social justice.

Secure your copy through the link below.
https://buff.ly/4e37GL5

28/10/2024

Join us on November 6th at 7 PM to explore Edward De Bono's life, a renowned thinker and versatile genius.

Author Sarah Tucker examines De Bono's pioneering techniques that transformed education, business, and leadership. This biography features insights from his ex-wife, Josephine de Bono, Sir Tony Blair, and others, with exclusive family photos.

Find the ticket link below!
https://bit.ly/SarahTuckerdiscussesEdwardDeBono

25/10/2024

Join us on Remembrance Day, November 11th at 7PM for a rehearsed reading of the historic anti war play Blighty (1914-1918), another installation of our Drama on the Rise series.
The play is perfect for cross-curricula teaching of history through drama.
The reading will be followed by a conversation and Q&A with the playwright and director.
Get your tickets in the below:
https://bit.ly/ARehearsedReadingofBlighty