Guild Announces Finalists for
Annual Film Fest

Premiering Apr. 27 in Hollywood, the Seventh Annual ICG Short Film Festival will showcase nine up-and-coming Local 600 members whose work demonstrates exceptional talent and an advanced understanding of the craft of cinematography.

“Our Short Film Festival is a celebration of the rich language and infinite possibilities of our craft,” said Guild President George Spiro Dibie, ASC. “Every one of our members who submitted a film for the competition has demonstrated their own unique talent and their passion for our art form.”

This year’s finalists are:

Festival Chairman Rob Kositchek noted that the event has done much to educate the Hollywood community and the press on the value of cinematography. “One of our mains goals has been to raise the awareness of the considerable talent and professionalism of our membership. We are succeeding in that effort,” he said.

The competition is open to all ICG members who are still photographers, film loaders, assistants and operators. Entries must be 30 minutes or less. There were some 65 entries that were evaluated by how artfully the scripts and performances were translated into moving images that serve the stories.

“It was an incredibly difficult decision,” says Russ Alsobrook, ASC, one of the judges. “The final nine films are extraordinary. You aren’t going to see better films or displays of talent at any festival. This is also a great showcase for the writers, directors, actors and everyone else who was involved in creating these films.”

Kositchek added that the festival itself is only a small sampling of the artistic aptitude of the Guild’s ranks. “My only regret is that we lack the time to exhibit more of their wonderful work.”

The Showcase premieres at the DGA theatre on April 27 at 3 pm, followed by a reception (no RSVP necessary). Additional screenings of the Showcase are slated for the Cannes International Film Festival on May 20, New York on May 31 at the DGA theatre, and other cities around the country. Stay tuned to this site for more info.