Palm Beach County Film & Television Commission

1555 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Suite 900

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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In This Issue

Summer Sizzles with Four

Feature Films

Golf Commercial Swings into

PBC

PBC Showcased on New

Bravo Series

Industry Trade Honors Flor-

ida

Film Caucus to be Launched

This Fall

Location Spotlight: South

County Regional Park

Education Corner: Want to

be in the Movie Business?

August 2009

FAMOUS CHEF REVIVES BOCA EATERY

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey came to Palm

Beach County to film an episode of Kitchen

Nightmares, the FOX reality series in its second

season. Ramsey and the production team from

Upper Ground Enterprises out of California

came to Anna Vincenzo’s Ristorante Italiano

in Boca Raton, in an effort to revitalize the res-

taurant and turn it into a huge success. The crew

shot at many other locations in Boca Raton including Gumbo

Limbo Nature Center, Red Reef Golf

Course and various beaches.

“Our show travels from city to city and our con-

stant production movement can sometimes be

difficult and challenging, but working in the County

was an enjoyable experience,” said Jackie

Palombo, Production Manager. The crew

also shot two other episodes in South Florida.

For more information visit fox.com.

Palm Beach County (PBC) is buzzing with all the feature

films shooting this summer! G-Star School of the Arts

wrapped its first feature film titled It's a Dog Gone Tale:

Destiny's Stand starring Barry Bostwick (Spin City).

Bostwick wrote an email to G-Star Founder Greg

Hauptner saying, “Thanks for everything you did to

make my stay so memorable and comfortable.”

Filmmaker Frank Eberling is currently filming the environmental comedy,

Turkles. Filming has been taking place at locations including the Juno Beach Park

& Pier and the lush, tropical estate Tora Leigh. The cast and crew are made up of

mostly local talent including actors from the Burt Reynolds Institute for Film &

Theatre. Director/Producer Mike Kirton who directed the feature film The Last Marshall, which

shot in PBC, just wrapped another action-packed thriller, Criss Cross. A boat race

sequence was filmed in the Intracoastal Waterway in Lake Worth. Palm Beach

Community College instructor Michael Seminerio shot the film Chronological

Order through his film company, Saturday Pictures. Many PBC

locations were utilized as backdrops including the North Palm

Beach Country Club. For more info call 561.233.1000.

SUMMER SIZZLES WITH FOUR FEATURE FILMS

A chef cooking a

new recipe in the

mock kitchen

during filming

GOLF COMMERCIAL SWINGS INTO PBC

It‟s the timeless question: If you

could choose any three people to

play a round of golf with, who would

they be? For Camilo Villegas aka

Spiderman, the answer was his

brother, his dad and his idol, Gary

Player. The foursome played a

round of golf for a new „priceless‟ MasterCard commercial. The

production team from PGA Tour Productions out of Jackson-

ville, FL set up shop for two days at the Old Palm Golf Club

located in Palm Beach Gardens to film the spot.

The commercial has already been featured during one of golf‟s

most important tournaments the Senior British Open Champion-

ship which was broadcast on ABC and ESPN. Cast and crew

were accommodated at the PGA National

Resort & Spa in Palm Beach

Gardens. To view the commer-

cial please visit priceless.com.

Camilo Villegas

Gordon Ramsey

L-R Ron Palillo and Barry

Bostwick in Destiny’s Stand

Chronological Order crew

setting up a scene

Turkles filming at

Tora Leigh

INDUSTRY TRADE HONORS FLORIDA

PALM BEACH COUNTY TURNS 100!

America‟s First Resort Destination,

Palm Beach County, FL celebrated its

100th birthday in style, as members

of the County‟s tourism community

gathered at the Flagler Museum

on Palm Beach. The County is pro-

moting the birthday with a special

gift for visitors, hotel rooms for only $19.09 plus tax. Depending

on the property, guests stay two, three or four nights and get an

additional night for only $19.09.

A large number of hotels, resorts and B&Bs, including the Break-

ers Hotel are taking part. For more info visit palmbeachfl.com.

Florida got a well-deserved plug

in the new issue of P3 Update

as one of the top ten locations

for film production. The annual

report is an evaluation of loca-

tions offering a combination of

the best tax incentives, crew

base, infrastructure and other

unique resources.

Palm Beach County was mentioned in the article for having six

studios and soundstages and a network that allows the office to

offer industry professionals hassle-free, one-stop permitting at no

cost. A photo of the Sailfish Ma-

rina Resort in Palm Beach

Shores was also featured. For

more info please call 561.233.1000.

Sailfish Marina on Palm Beach Shores

Photo Courtesy: PBC Convention

and Visitors Bureau

PBC Tourism Leaders

FRENCH FILMS PREMIERE IN BOCA RATON

France Cinema Floride is giving

local film enthusiasts an opportunity to

view quality French cinema. The festi-

val is celebrating its 5th annual event in

Miami, and its 2nd annual event in Boca Raton. The festival in Boca

Raton will be held November 13-15, 2009 at the Sunrise Cine-

mas in Mizner Park. During the event, South Floridians will be

able to view French films with English subtitles and will be able to

meet French actors, directors and producers.

With an 80% attendance rate in 2008, it is now one of the biggest

French Cultural events in South Florida exclusively dedicated to

French cinema. For more info visit francecinemafloride.com.

PBC SHOWCASED ON NEW BRAVO SERIES

NYC Prep, the new Bravo TV series

being billed as the real-life Gossip Girl,

made its way to Palm Beach County to

film a scene with one of its cast mates.

Jessie, a teenager from New York City

comes to Palm Beach every year during

winter break. She was shown playing on

the beach near the Breakers Hotel, dining at an elegant restau-

rant and driving with a friend along Palm Beach streets. The seg-

ment aired in a recent episode.

NYC Prep follows six privileged teenagers as they navigate life and

the elite social scene in New York City. The

show chronicles their lives from the sophisti-

cated vacations they take, to the exclusive

parties they attend. The show airs every Tues-

day 9/8 Central. For info visit bravotv.com.

The Breakers Hotel

NEW STUDIO AIMS TO ATTRACT

LOW BUDGET PROJECTS

After making nearly twenty low budget movies in

Florida, local filmmaker Gary Davis has opened a

studio dedicated to the no/low budget independent

film market. The Studio is located in Royal Palm

Beach and contains ready-made sets, lights, props

and wardrobes that can be utilized for productions

such as low budget TV commercials, music videos,

local TV shows and movies. “The studio has every-

thing a local moviemaker needs at a price they can

afford,” said Davis.

Last month, the studio hosted two of its first networking events for

actors, models, musicians/artist, dancers, singers, photographers,

filmmakers and the media. There are also open casting calls planned

for several projects including a major TV show, a movie written by

Richard Williams and Gambling on Grace, a movie Davis is making

with collaborator Matthew Pabon. The two of them have already

produced two movies together A Sinner’s Prayer and Fighting for Faith.

For more information please call 561.516.4362.

LOCAL TEAM WINS FILM COMPETITION

Take 2 Productions based in West

Palm Beach along with local broth-

ers Diego and Julio Hallivis teamed

up to produce two films, Daydreams

and This Girl’s Life for the NYC Mid-

night Movie Making Madness film-

racing competition. The films won awards including Best Film,

Best Direction, Best Cinematography, Best Sound Design, Best

Original Score, Best Editing, Best Leading Actor, Best Leading

Actress, Best Child Actor, Best Writing, and the audience award.

The competition is part of a National contest whereby all con-

testants are given the same theme, and a surprise action to incor-

porate into their film on a Friday night, and only 24 hours later

they must turn in a finished three minute short film. Take 2 Pro-

ductions is keeping the same team to-

gether for their next feature film, The

Duel, which shoots in New York this

summer. The film is expected to pre-

miere before the end of this year.

Gary Davis

FILM CAUCUS TO BE LAUNCHED THIS FALL

Representative Michelle Rehwinkel Vasilinda

(D-09) has announced that one of her initiatives to

be launched this fall is the Florida Film and En-

tertainment Caucus. Collaborating with Film

Florida and the Governor’s Office of Film and

Entertainment, the caucus will educate Members

and the public about the significant economic devel-

opment opportunities, as well as determine the best ways to nur-

ture the growth of all aspects of the film industry in

Florida. “As we look for ways to encourage and

enhance business development in this troubling

economy, the film industry is a terrific fit,” said

Rep. Vasilinda. For more info call 850.488.0965.

PR FIRM CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY

“If you love what you do, time flies by quickly and

it continues,” said Barry Epstein, a local PR spe-

cialist. Epstein is celebrating the 30th anniversary

of his public relations firm, Barry R. Epstein

Associates, Inc. Epstein also hosts his own

weekly radio show, “Barry Epstein Live” on Clear

Channel‟s WBZT and has welcomed many local

celebs, such as FAU football coach Howard Schnellenberger.

During his career, Epstein founded numerous business organiza-

tions including the Boca Forum, West Boca Leaders and the West

Boca Chamber of Commerce. For more information please visit

publicrelations.nu or call 561.852.0000.

Barry Epstein

NEW AGENCY SPRINGS UP IN PBC

Representing photographers, stylists and makeup artists in Miami,

Broward and Palm Beach counties, Contributing Artists is a

new artist management representation agency located in West

Palm Beach. “Identifying and sourcing South Florida hair and

makeup artists can be challenging, especially in today‟s economy

when production budgets are tight and there‟s no room for a „take

two‟ or minor mistakes,” said Lisa Bruder, Contributing Art-

ists Founder, who is also a professional graphic designer and

owner of Blue Box Design Studio. “The demand for local and reli-

able South Florida production companies is high. Contributing Art-

ists connects the right artist with the project.”

Contributing Artists' work have appeared in

publications such as Palm Beach Illustrated,

Elle and Lucky. Their photographers and styl-

ists have worked on campaigns for compa-

nies such as Macy's and Bloomingdales. For

more info call 561.228.8791.

Make-up artist Sandy Ma-

ranesi touches up a model

for a Telemundo interview

WANT TO BE IN THE MOVIE BUSINESS?

Palm Beach County (PBC) offers production companies a world-class destination with year-round warm weather, diverse locations and

free production space. In addition, there are many talented crews who live and work in the area. Many South Florida crew people have

attended one of the many film schools located in PBC. The 2008 Student Showcase of Films Animation winner, Alex Duque, re-

turned to his alma mater Digital Media Arts College recently to teach an Adobe workshop. The College gives students the opportu-

nity to train with experts from cutting-edge companies including SEGA and Disney, in facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

Florida Atlantic University recently celebrated the groundbreaking of the first and only all-digital movie theater on a university cam-

pus. The $19 million dollar complex, which also houses classrooms, conference rooms and office space, will be used during the day by

FAU‟s film production program. At Lynn University students are provided with a strong liberal arts education that incorporates hands

-on experience, so students are prepared to assume leadership roles. The degree program in Motion Picture, TV and Video Technology

at Palm Beach Community College provides professional training for those who want to enter the field of Film and Broadcast Pro-

duction. The Palm Beach Film School, a for-profit vocational school, offers intensive training programs that teach students to make

character-driven films. Graduates are even allowed access to the school's equipment, insurance and facilities for their future films. Palm

Beach Atlantic University has expanded their communications school and created the Department of News and Information and the

Department of Cinema and TV. The Departments prepare students to enter any modern media profession. For info visit pbfilm.com.

FILMMAKER HOSTS ‘LOVING’ PREMIERE

Lake Worth Producer/

Director-Singer/Songwriter

Talina Adamo, the founder of

Black Onyx Productions, LLC has released her first 47 min-

ute feature documentary film called, The Love Of Music. The

film was shot primarily in Palm Beach County, but also extended

throughout Broward and Miami. Adamo is premiering and cele-

brating the completion of her documentary at the Cinema Para-

diso in Ft. Lauderdale on Sunday, August 16, 2009 at 7:00pm.

Special guests who are expected to attend the event include

singer/songwriter Michaela Paige, guitarist-

Danny Garcia, singer/songwriter Shauna

Sweeney, artist Phenom, artist Jay Smoove,

The Band “Blind Fish”, DJ J-Remy, and many

more. Tickets are available for purchase at The

-Love-Of-Music.com. For more information

please visit blackonyxproductions.com or call

866.913.9606.

Rep. Vasilinda

Palm Beach County Film & Television Commission

Film Commissioner, Chuck Elderd

Director of Ops. and Programs, Michelle Hillery

Production Manager, Jill Margolius

Production Coordinator, TBD

Office Coordinator, Christine Tieche

Location Coordinator, TBD

Administrative Assistant, TBD

Education Consultant, Colleen Bearden

PBC Board of County Commissioners

Chair, John F. Koons

Vice-Chair, Burt Aaronson

Karen T. Marcus

Shelley Vana

Jess R. Santamaria

Steven Abrams

Priscilla Taylor

Editor: Jill Margolius Contributors: Christine Tieche, Colleen Bearden | To be included in the newsletter, please call 561.233.1000.

Palm Beach County Film & Television Commission

1555 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Suite 900

West Palm Beach, Florida 33401

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT: SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK

South County Regional Park spans approximately 850 acres

west of Boca Raton, and offers producers a variety of amenities.

Producers who are working on a sport themed shoot can utilize

four baseball fields, two basketball courts, five multipurpose fields,

twelve racquetball/handball courts, four softball fields and 19 ten-

nis courts, all with lights. In addition, there are three paved and

two sand volleyball courts. A two mile bicycle/walking path meanders through the park, while an eight station exercise course can get

your blood pumping. There are two pavilions available for rent, and several single table shelters for use. There are playground areas

with structures for all age groups, and the Canine Cove Dog Park, which is a great location to film any sort of production involving

our canine pals.

For productions looking to create a concert vibe, Sunset Cove Amphitheater is located within the park. There is a 1,700 square

foot stage with state-of-the-art lighting and curtain rigging system, an air-conditioned backstage area with four dressing rooms and

adjoining private restrooms, a production office, and loading dock area. Outdoor grass festival seating can accommodate up to 3,000,

and there‟s plenty of free parking, and a nearby vendor area that includes a patio for grilling and cooking, electric hook-up and water.

Daggerwing Nature Center features an exhibit hall with live animals and interactive state-of-the-art exhibits, classroom facilities,

laboratory, lobby, reading area, and an elevated boardwalk which takes you on a relaxing journey through a swamp. The boardwalk

has two trails, bench-style seating, as well as an observation tower available for you to view the abundant plant and animal life. Also

located within South County Regional is Coconut Cove Wa-

ter Park. The water park has an interactive water playground,

river ride, two water slides, food concession and meeting

rooms. Productions that have filmed at South County Regional

Park include I Want to Save Your Life for the WE Channel

and the Justice Summer Catalog. For info call 561.233.1000. Coconut Cove Water Park Daggerwing Nature Center

Sunset Cove Amphitheater South County Regional Park