Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-08 Thread Francisco Torres
well, i use the web from work (after my shift, of course ;) ) - that is the reason i do not ''skype''... 2015-11-08 12:42 GMT-04:00 Amanda Christie : > > Do you telephone? Or shall I get some tin cans and a piece of string? > > > > On 2015-11-04, at 1:56 PM, Francisco Torres wrote: > > > cool,

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-08 Thread Amanda Christie
Do you telephone? Or shall I get some tin cans and a piece of string? On 2015-11-04, at 1:56 PM, Francisco Torres wrote: > cool, but i do not skype :( > ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.c

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-04 Thread Francisco Torres
cool, but i do not skype :( 2015-11-03 22:29 GMT-04:00 Amanda Christie : > > Thanks so much to everyone who has replied to me off list already! > I look forward to meeting you all. > > I haven't sent individual replies to schedule meetings as I'm currently > focusing on the logistics for my scre

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-03 Thread Amanda Christie
Thanks so much to everyone who has replied to me off list already! I look forward to meeting you all. I haven't sent individual replies to schedule meetings as I'm currently focusing on the logistics for my screening at Spectacle tomorrow night (7:30 pm, Spectacle Theatre in Brooklyn... if yo

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-03 Thread Francisco Torres
just saw the vimeo footage of SofSW... Do you intend to output back to 35mm? 2015-11-03 0:12 GMT-04:00 Francisco Torres : > I hope you have a good time in NYC 🗽 > If you have a Chance drop by the strand bookstore and check the used > cinema section... > ___

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-02 Thread Francisco Torres
I hope you have a good time in NYC 🗽 If you have a Chance drop by the strand bookstore and check the used cinema section... ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-02 Thread Francisco Torres
spectres of shortwave- now that is a film I wish I could watch... A lot of my work deals with sw... ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop - past, present, and future

2015-11-02 Thread Amanda Christie
Hello fellow Frameworkers! so, as many of you probably saw, there were a few heated threads about the state of MFW flying around. I sat back and read those threads quietly without commenting, and I will admit, they kind of scared the shit out of me and made me quite nervous, knowing that I was

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-03 Thread Francisco Torres
Rare flowers that germinated in the dark in that moldy old place will not come again. 2015-10-03 10:03 GMT-04:00 Bernard Roddy : > Hi Amanda! Good luck in Rochester tonight! > > (I remember when you posted asking for films that included car crashes.) > > Bernie > > > > On Fri, Oct 2, 2015 at 7:

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-03 Thread Bernard Roddy
Hi Amanda! Good luck in Rochester tonight! (I remember when you posted asking for films that included car crashes.) Bernie On Fri, Oct 2, 2015 at 7:22 PM, Amanda Christie < ama...@amandadawnchristie.ca> wrote: > I for one appreciated the poetic touch... > > > I believe in the flowers that ge

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-02 Thread David Baker
Thanks Amanda You ARE a poet. (just watch out for Elizabeth) DB On Oct 2, 2015, at 8:22 PM, Amanda Christie wrote: I for one appreciated the poetic touch... I believe in the flowers that germinate and bloom from dark places. There is never just one. Dark soil is fertile ground. The crocus n

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-02 Thread Amanda Christie
I for one appreciated the poetic touch... I believe in the flowers that germinate and bloom from dark places. There is never just one. Dark soil is fertile ground. The crocus never blooms unless it has been frozen in the winter and kept in the dark underground and hidden from light... cr

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-02 Thread David Baker
Your the boss Elizabeth. No poetry intended just the flawed way I write. Thanks for you help, lesson learned. One thing though, please be certain I need no good will from you nor was I trying to garner any from anyone else. I just was trying to find a form that fit. You win some you lose some. D

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-02 Thread Elizabeth McMahon
You had already said more than plenty. Your cryptic "poem" is such a distraction for a general listserv. Send stuff like this to the intended party and leave the public out of it. It is just embarrassing, and garners you no good will. Elizabeth McMahon On Fri, Oct 2, 2015 at 7:26 PM, David Baker

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-02 Thread David Baker
Jay, Rare flowers that germinated in the dark in that moldy old place will not come again. We will never be as free to play with all the potentialities of projected light as we were there then. Still it must go on. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that." -Martin Luther K

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-02 Thread Jay Hudson
To Sasha, Your words are inappropriate, offensive, and abusive. I will not tolerate it, and I demand that it stop. If this type of conduct is against framework's terms of use, I ask Pip to remove Sasha from the list if this continues. I have moved on and hold animosity towards no one. There wa

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-01 Thread David Baker
Jay, Because I, along with Margot Niederland and Howard helped Lili White to organize and move the vast archives to a safe warehouse I know firsthand how perilous that moment was. There was a porousness and scariness at Millennium then which I hope never to encounter again. It was like NIGHT

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-01 Thread Elizabeth McMahon
ned from quarrelling with the mentally ill-- but if they raise any > specific questions or concerns among others on the list I can respond. > -- > From: Jay Hudson > Sent: ‎10/‎1/‎2015 4:27 PM > To: Experimental Film Discussion List > Subject: Re: [Fra

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-01 Thread Sasha Janerus
t;Experimental Film Discussion List" Subject: Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop According to New York State law, in a membership nonprofit, the board has the right to add or remove board members at will, unless there is anything in the bylaws or the corporate charter that state

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-10-01 Thread Jay Hudson
According to New York State law, in a membership nonprofit, the board has the right to add or remove board members at will, unless there is anything in the bylaws or the corporate charter that states otherwise. Even in that case, if there is a justifiable reason, like proven embezzlement, or somet

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-09-30 Thread Francisco Torres
I would like to bring something up may seem harsh to most people on this discussion- Why not close the place for good already? After all these years it seems like the only sensible thing to do. As of ''As if it was our last day'' it seems that day is long past for the MFW. Maybe it was the day they

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-09-30 Thread David Baker
Dear Sasha, For all those who enter the orbit of this strange institution there are endless irreconcilable ironies to untangle. There is considerable mystery in how Howard Guttenplan was able to preside despotically for forty years without adherence to any of the precepts set forth in the byl

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-09-29 Thread Sasha Janerus
Thank you Dr. Walley. Thank you David. It is worth noting that MFW has kept this document off their website. Strictly speaking you're right about the "President" thing, which I'd forgotten about--but it's really a technicality, as the title doesn't bring any special powers. George was not elected

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop

2015-09-27 Thread George Spencer
Hi, fellow experimental film enthusiasts- The great institution of Millennium Film Workshop, which over 49 years has done much to support the development of artists cinema, has been under financial threat since 2011. Our governing board, executive director, and volunteer staff have struggled in e

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop invites members to present their work i

2015-09-03 Thread Lili White
Millennium Film Workshop invites members to present their work in a MFW Members Show, to be screened through New Filmmakers at Anthology Film Archives in November 2015. The show will be curated by Lili White, on the basis of online review movies. You may enter up to three movies for consideratio

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P.

2015-07-13 Thread Chuck Kleinhans
On Jul 13, 2015, at 7:26 AM, Michael Betancourt wrote: > especially since (I remember this in the 1980s and 1990s) there was a real > antipathy to anyone working with video, DV or just simply not working on film. I experienced this film purism many times as a maker and as a media writer/crit

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P.

2015-07-13 Thread Robert Haller
: Experimental Film Discussion List Subject: Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P. '' But I have to admit that I feel ambivalent about them since too often institutions (and I'm speaking generally, not about Millennium or any particular one here) become narrow support s

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P.

2015-07-13 Thread Francisco Torres
'' But I have to admit that I feel ambivalent about them since too often institutions (and I'm speaking generally, not about Millennium or any particular one here) become narrow support systems only for their immediate friends and collaborators, closed to anyone not already on the inside. '' After

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P.

2015-07-13 Thread Michael Betancourt
The role and importance of institutions is one of those things that I think gets ignored too often. Organizations fill-in in ways that online things don't, providing support and help in ways both obvious and subtle. But I have to admit that I feel ambivalent about them since too often institutions

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P.

2015-07-11 Thread Francisco Torres
It is worth mentioning that this is just the latest example of something that has been going on since the late 90s, the dismantling of film maker's organizations and institutions in the wake of the digital video era. This trend has affected all kind of film making organizations, not just the experi

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop R.I.P.

2015-07-10 Thread Sasha Janerus
Dear Frameworkers, The subject line is a slight exaggeration, meant to get your attention. I've cut all direct ties with the place, but from what hear it isn't far from the truth. Only two of the five elected board members remain. The place has been spectacularly mismanaged by Peter Kingsbury. Whi

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop seeks a part time Screenings Coordinator

2015-04-19 Thread Peter Kingsbury
Millennium Film Workshop (MFW) seeks a part time Screenings Coordinator Millennium Film Workshop (MFW) seeks a part time Screenings Coordinator to manage scheduling, volunteer staffing, and technical execution of its Personal Cinema Screenings. A Publicity Assistant will coordinate publicity.

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop music and film performance with The Last Days, Katherine Bauer, Lary7, Victoria Keddie, and NATAS

2012-06-19 Thread katherine Bauer
MILLENNIUM FILM WORKSHOP PRESENTS The Last Days::The Strip Teen Dream Journey Film projections by Katherine Bauer http://katherineannebauer.blogspot.com/ (apologies for the out of date blog - to be updated next month) Country songs by The Last Days (Keegan Goodman) http://thelastdaysnyc.tumblr.com/

Re: [Frameworks] MILLENNIUM Film Workshop Open Screening 2/17

2012-02-17 Thread Stephanie Wuertz
> > --- On Sun, 2/12/12, Stephanie Vevers wrote: > > > From: Stephanie Vevers > > Subject: [Frameworks] MILLENNIUM Film Workshop / Open Screening for all, > FRIDAY 2/17, 8:00pm / THURSDAY 2/16: Meeting; Optical Printer Workshop. > > To: frameworks@jonasmekasfilms.com > &g

Re: [Frameworks] MILLENNIUM Film Workshop Open Screening 2/17

2012-02-16 Thread john porter
! Can you really show standard 8? That's not mentioned on Millennium's website. Good luck tonight! John Porter, Toronto --- On Sun, 2/12/12, Stephanie Vevers wrote: > From: Stephanie Vevers > Subject: [Frameworks] MILLENNIUM Film Workshop / Open Screening for all, > FRID

[Frameworks] MILLENNIUM Film Workshop / Open Screening for all, FRIDAY 2/17, 8:00pm / THURSDAY 2/16: Meeting; Optical Printer Workshop.

2012-02-12 Thread Stephanie Vevers
All are invited to bring a film or work-in-progress to a Millennium Open Screening for all, Friday Feb 17, starting 8:00pm; bring your own refreshments, we provide the projectors! (Super 8, standard 8, 16mm, DVD, miniDV, vhs) Also, THURSDAY, Feb 16, starting at 7:30, will be another Meeting open t

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Served with Papers from the Landlord

2012-01-25 Thread Jay Hudson
It is totally on right now. This is the moment of truth for the Millennium. I am calling my friend who is an attorney to talk about the situation, both internally and in connection with the current service of papers. Perhaps we could settle them down, but I do believe that they have crossed the

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Served with Papers from the Landlord

2012-01-25 Thread sef208
Good luck! Keep up the fight On Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 5:10 PM, Jay Hudson wrote: > Hi All: > > Just a late breaking development. The Millennium has just gotten > served with papers for their landlord fifteen minutes ago. They are > taking us to court to get us evicted. Stay tuned for devel

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Served with Papers from the Landlord

2012-01-25 Thread Jay Hudson
Hi All: Just a late breaking development. The Millennium has just gotten served with papers for their landlord fifteen minutes ago. They are taking us to court to get us evicted. Stay tuned for developments. There will be a full public meeting scheduled shortly. Jay ___

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Public Meeting_Tuesday December 20th, 7:30pm

2011-12-22 Thread Stephanie Wuertz
Sorry that was only meant for Lars! yikes. On Thu, Dec 22, 2011 at 10:56 AM, Stephanie Wuertz < wuertzstepha...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi Lars, > > I've attached notes from the meeting that happened Tuesday. We are still > working on it, but it will be posted to Frameworks and emailed to the > membe

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Public Meeting_Tuesday December 20th, 7:30pm

2011-12-22 Thread Lars Fuchs
Any report from the meeting? Did anyone go? Very curious! On Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 7:40 AM, Stephanie Wuertz wrote: > Dear All, > > This Tuesday, December 20th at 7:30pm there will be a public meeting at > the Millennium Film Workshop to discuss the future of the organization's > current residenc

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Public Meeting_Tuesday December 20th, 7:30pm

2011-12-19 Thread Stephanie Wuertz
Dear All, This Tuesday, December 20th at 7:30pm there will be a public meeting at the Millennium Film Workshop to discuss the future of the organization's current residence at 66 E 4th St, which Millennium currently rents from La MaMa and owes back rent to. The meeting will focus on the talks that

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Members Meeting Sunday October 16, 7:00pm

2011-10-13 Thread ev petrol
1 12:34 AM Subject: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Members Meeting Sunday October 16, 7:00pm Dear All: This is a reminder that there is a members meeting Sunday, October 16th at 7:00pm at the Millennium Film Workshop, 66 E 4th between Bowery and 2nd Avenue.  Doors open at 5:00 for those w

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Members Meeting Sunday October 16, 7:00pm

2011-10-12 Thread Chuck Kleinhans
Although I'm on the West Coast, I too wonder what is going on. Is there some reason for being so restricted in getting info out? Jay did send out an announcement on Sept 14, and a report that there was a meeting on Sept 21, but there's hardly any substance to it. I realize that in dealing wit

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Members Meeting Sunday October 16, 7:00pm

2011-10-12 Thread Jay Hudson
Dear Robert, The notice is just functional to get the members meeting going. If you have questions please call me at millennium 212 673 0090 or stop by this evening. I have tried to be as informative as possible, but I am sorry if I have not been as clear about the situation. Best, Jay On Wed,

Re: [Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Members Meeting Sunday October 16, 7:00pm

2011-10-12 Thread Robert Haller
Dear Jay, I am a long time friend of Millennium, am puzzled by what is going on. If there is a problem, why has it not been described in your e-mails? Where does Howard fit into all of this? You speak of "the survival of Millennium" but I wonder in what sense. What happened at the last meeting th

[Frameworks] Millennium Film Workshop Members Meeting Sunday October 16, 7:00pm

2011-10-12 Thread Jay Hudson
Dear All: This is a reminder that there is a members meeting Sunday, October 16th at 7:00pm at the Millennium Film Workshop, 66 E 4th between Bowery and 2nd Avenue. Doors open at 5:00 for those who wish to register as members. This meeting is crucial to the survival of the Millennium Film Worksh