Details for Current Films approved for Production

My dearest Actors hello!
After a few days of well deserved time off, I am back and here for you! Today I have details for you to follow up for films in Production in Australia, the latest approved by Screen Australia! If you are freelance you will have to be proactive and follow them up yourself, otherwise contact your Agent and talk about the best way to be submitted for any roles you may be suitable for.
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FEATURES - LATEST - 23 JULY 2011

JUNGLE
Pictures in Paradise Pty Ltd, See-Saw Films and Locomotion Pictures 
Producers Chris Brown, Emile Sherman, Iain Canning, Dana Lustig
Writers Justin Monjo, Peter Spierig, Michael Spierig
Directors Peter Spierig, Michael Spierig
Australian Distributor Transmission Films
Synopsis What begins as a dream adventure for three backpackers and their enigmatic guide, quickly becomes a struggle for survival as they unravel under the duress of the wilderness. Jungle is the incredible true story of Yossi Ghinsberg’s triumph over the most adverse and frightening of circumstances. It is a tale of survival, human fortitude and social manipulation, against the wildest backdrop on the planet.

LAST DANCE
Ulah Pty Ltd
Producer Antony I Ginnane
Writers Terence Hammond, David Pulbrook
Director David Pulbrook
International Sales Highpoint Media Group
Australian Distributor Becker Film Group
Synopsis Last Dance is a taut human story, torn from today’s headlines but touching on themes as old as the human condition itself – faith, freedom, love, loss and hope.
THE ROCKET
Red Lamp Films
Producer Sylvia Wilczynski
Executive Producer Bridget Ikin
Writer/Director Kim Mordaunt
International Sales Memento Films International
Australian Distributor Curious Films 
Synopsis A boy who is believed to bring bad luck to everyone around him leads his family and a couple of ragged misfits through Laos to find a new home. After a calamity-filled journey, to prove he’s not cursed he builds a giant rocket to enter the most lucrative but dangerous competition of the year: the Rocket Festival.
SAVE YOUR LEGS
Save Your Legs
Producers Robyn Kershaw, Nick Batzias
Writers Brendan Cowell
Director Boyd Hicklin
International Sales Protagonist Pictures
Australian Distributor Madman Entertainment
Synopsis When cricket obsessed Teddy Brown realises his best mates are growing up and moving on, he grasps at a boyhood dream and leads his mates and their D-Grade team on an audacious tour of India where stumps fly, friendships fray and Ted learns that it’s time to start playing shots for himself.
STORM SURFERS 3D 
6ixty Foot Productions in association with Firelight Productions
Producers Ellenor Cox, Marcus Gillezeau
Writer Chris Nelius
Directors Chris Nelius, Justin McMillan
International Sales RedBull Media House & 6ixty Foot Productions
Australian Distributor Madman
Synopsis Storm Surfers 3D follows the story of big wave Australian surfers Ross Clarke-Jones and two-time surfing world champion Tom Carroll, as they work with surf forecaster Ben Matson to track massive Australian weather systems, hunt down big waves and surf the most dangerous breaks of their careers.
WOLF CREEK 2
Emu Creek Pictures / 403 Productions
Producers Greg McLean, Matt Hearn
Writers Greg McLean, Aaron Sterns
Director Greg McLean
International Sales Arclight
Australian Distributor Roadshow 
Synopsis The Outback once more becomes a place of mind-bending horror, action and suspense as another unwitting tourist becomes the prey for crazed, serial-killing pig-shooter, Mick Taylor.

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American Accent and Shakespeare Workshop soon!

Dear Actors,
Happy Friday! I have had the honor of working with Rowena Balos a brilliant Acting Coach from LA, who has blessed our shores here in Australia with her presence and I cannot recommend her enough, so I thought I would post the details for you! Here they are:
Dear Melbourne Actor/Friends:

My trip to Melbourne is approaching!

My American Accent Workshop is filling up, so if you are interested, let me know immediately.

1. Voice/Standard American Accent Connection One-Day Intensive

Date: Friday, August 5th from 10:00-4:00

Fee: $200, including Workbook and practice CD.

Venue: To be decided

To secure a spot, let me know and make a $100 deposit into my Commonwealth bank account.

Rowena Balos

BSB #06 2123 Acct. # 00626352

Please put both of our names where it says description, so we can keep track. 

There is limited enrolment, so it will be best to make a quick decision.

If you've taken the Standard American Accent before--this will be a great review and an opportunity to 

deepen your ability and gain confidence.

If you are new to the accent, this will be a great opportunity to get a complete overview, at the same time 

you are exploring your voice, breath and connection.

My Voice/Acting Connection Shakespeare Monologue Workshop.  

It is primarily aimed at VCA actor/teachers, past and present.  

    ****If are or have been connected to the VCA, please contact them immediately to be included!!!  

I've just learned that there will be limited places for others.  They are starting a waiting list for those  who are not affiliated with the VCA.  I encourage you to make a call and take your chances.  

I'm attaching a flyer for this workshop.

I'm also attaching the list of Speeches so you have a heads up.

   ****If that doesn't work out, I will return in Oct. and plan a weekend workshop: Oct. 22nd and  23rd!!  This will cover similar material.

Let me know if that suits.

I really look forward to working with you!

Yours, Rowena

www.rowenabalos.com

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Its all about Perception!

Happy Friday Y'All!
Ever notice how perception can influence how you see everything and the results? Sound a bit airy fairy, ok, let me explain where I am coming from.

Over the years I have constantly heard Actors complain that they are not working, or they are not working enough. I have heard them blame their Agents, the Industry, the Country etc. Going to Actors Networking Events I have heard Speakers talk about their hate of Auditions and instill more fear into the hearts of our young Actors. These are just some examples of how Perception can alter our experiences.

Now I may have angered a few Actors, so let me put this in perspective. When an A list Actor who has done more feature films in starring roles than most complains she is not getting enough work I am gobsmacked, because my perception would be to be grateful for all the wonderful work she has had.

It is my experience that thinking the best of everyone and every situation attracts the Best! If you think your agent is not working for you, what are the chances they are not?
If you think the best of your Agent, develop a great working relationship , what are the chances your Agent will sell you with all their might?

On Auditions: OOOOhhh dread! NO! What if your Audition was thought of as the actual job you are going for? Don't we love performing? So if in your mind you actually feel that the Audition is the job, you prepare your character, dress in character, use all the tools I give you in THE SECRET OF YOUR SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR E-BOOK (DOWNLOAD NOW!) and perform as if you are actually in the role working. What would happen then?
Would you enjoy your audition? Would you have the best chance of winning the role?
OF COURSE!

Life is about Fun and loving what we do and everyone around us! How can that not bring you the most Amazing Reality?
That's all I have for you today,
Always here to help,
Tula

Rolling with the Punches in our Industry

My dearest Actors and All Creative Souls,
Today is a sad day for me as a producer. I have been pitching shows to networks all year and at last SBS was seriously considering Touch ups with Tula, the half hour show, which I thought was very positive. Well today I heard NO, apparently they are only interested in male comedy shows at the moment.

That got me thinking that in our industry non judgement is essential. If you think about it, we spend just as much time getting rerejected as we do working, so in a way its all part of our job! If we have a strong sense of self, able to silence internal dialogue which deems things right or wrong, we can accept co existing values as equal!

That is why I wrote THE SECRET OF YOUR SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR, to give you a different perspective.
So onwards and upwards we go!
Always here to help,
love Tula

On missing out

Dearest Actors and all Creative Souls,

Hello! I am sorry its been a while since I shared with you. Today I want to talk about missing out on getting an Acting job. Recently I went for an ad and was happy to be asked to a callback, which means I was on the shortlist.

At the callback we had to let our inner child out to play, which is something I love to do! I had so much fun and felt great and quite confident, using all my tools, which I share with you in THE SECRET OF YOUR SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR.

Well guess what? I missed out and why? “I wasn’t suburban enough”. At the beginning of my career winning a role meant everything to me. I used to get so devastated when I got down to the last couple of Actors for the part and missed out.

Now, I say its all part of the job. There is no need to take missing out personally. There are so many factors that go into casting  a role. When one door closes another opens and more times than not it opens for something even better!

So onwards and upwards we go!

I love your comments, please feel free to join discussions and share your experiences. The point is we all help each other!

I hope you have a great day,

Tula

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