A new short film scheme will be announced on the 23rd of July at the screening of
The Ballad of Betty and Joe.
Watch this space for more information.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Were you in the Ballad of Betty and Joe?
WERE YOU IN THIS FILM? CLAIM YOUR 15 SECONDS OF FAME!
In December 2004, you may have walked in front of the camera during the filming of The Ballad of Betty & Joe in Central Railway’s Devonshire Street Tunnel and made it into the film. Or you may have been one of 150 extras who danced wildly out of the tunnel into the city. At last, the film is finished but, regrettably, we have lost touch with some of you. So if you remember having been in the midst of our filming, claim your fifteen seconds of fame by showing up at our fabulous cast and crew party, Wednesday, July 23rd at 7pm. Identify yourself on screen, and get your free DVD. For information on the venue and entry into what promises to be a unique launch party, contact: Judex@zipworld.com.au or Martha@balladfilms.com.au
The Ballad of Betty & Joe is a silent comedy, with music by leading blues/jazz artist and screen composer Jan Preston. It features veteran actor Tony Barry as Joe and Alice Ansara as Betty and was directed by industry stalwart Martha Ansara. Alice will be seen later this year in the new SBS comedy series “Bogan Pride”, playing Nigella, the best friend of Rebel (“Toula”) Wilson of Fat Pizza fame. Mic Conway of the National Junk Band makes a guest appearance in the film.
Others involved in making the film include cinematographers Tom Cowan and Hugh Miller (Three Blind Mice, The Bet, Solo), Editor Nick Meyers (The Boys, Balibo, Rampage), Sam Petty (Big Ears), the violinist Phil Hartl, writer Rivka Hartman – also co-producer – and dozens of terrific emerging filmmakers, including 3-D animator, Glenn Harrison.
The Ballad of Betty & Joe was shown at the recent Sydney Film Festival’s Lord Mayor’s Community Screening, and is part of the SFF’s Touring Film Festival.
This 12-minute film was made with financial assistance from the Australian Film Commission and the City of Sydney – along with the kind support of just about every known filmmaker in town.
For further media information & photos contact
Martha Ansara • Ballad Films
In December 2004, you may have walked in front of the camera during the filming of The Ballad of Betty & Joe in Central Railway’s Devonshire Street Tunnel and made it into the film. Or you may have been one of 150 extras who danced wildly out of the tunnel into the city. At last, the film is finished but, regrettably, we have lost touch with some of you. So if you remember having been in the midst of our filming, claim your fifteen seconds of fame by showing up at our fabulous cast and crew party, Wednesday, July 23rd at 7pm. Identify yourself on screen, and get your free DVD. For information on the venue and entry into what promises to be a unique launch party, contact: Judex@zipworld.com.au or Martha@balladfilms.com.au
The Ballad of Betty & Joe is a silent comedy, with music by leading blues/jazz artist and screen composer Jan Preston. It features veteran actor Tony Barry as Joe and Alice Ansara as Betty and was directed by industry stalwart Martha Ansara. Alice will be seen later this year in the new SBS comedy series “Bogan Pride”, playing Nigella, the best friend of Rebel (“Toula”) Wilson of Fat Pizza fame. Mic Conway of the National Junk Band makes a guest appearance in the film.
Others involved in making the film include cinematographers Tom Cowan and Hugh Miller (Three Blind Mice, The Bet, Solo), Editor Nick Meyers (The Boys, Balibo, Rampage), Sam Petty (Big Ears), the violinist Phil Hartl, writer Rivka Hartman – also co-producer – and dozens of terrific emerging filmmakers, including 3-D animator, Glenn Harrison.
The Ballad of Betty & Joe was shown at the recent Sydney Film Festival’s Lord Mayor’s Community Screening, and is part of the SFF’s Touring Film Festival.
This 12-minute film was made with financial assistance from the Australian Film Commission and the City of Sydney – along with the kind support of just about every known filmmaker in town.
For further media information & photos contact
Martha Ansara • Ballad Films
Sunday, July 6, 2008
BALLAD FILMS INVITES YOU TO A PARTY
On the 23rd of July, Ballad Films will present the completed short film The Ballad of Betty and Joe to cast, crew and the wider community in the historic hall of the Newtown Mission opposite the Dendy.
The Ballad of Betty and Joe should tantalize the taste buds of silent film fans. Beautifully shot in and around the Devonshire Street Tunnel, under Central Railway, and in the City of Sydney, it was made with the help of many hands. Accompanied by a superb score, it is a triumph in story telling. Two additional award-winning shorts will also be shown: Meditations on a Name (Dir: Bonnie Elliot) and the animation, Pianoforte (Dir. Antoinette Starkiewicz.
Around 200 people are expected to show for the party with door prizes, raffles and music to keep everyone entertained after the screening. Kids are welcome. Non-alcoholic refreshments will be available.
See you there
Numbers are limited -RSVP Email judex
Saturday, July 5, 2008
A Little Something About The Actors
The Ballad of Betty and Joe features well-recognised actor TONY BARRY. His most recent projects have included work in BAZ LURMAN's Australia and a tour of the one-man play A Local Man, written by BOB ELLIS.
ALICE ANSARA (Betty),has played Jessica in the Bell Shakespeare Company’s Merchant of Venice. Alice also created the role of Nigella in the up-coming SBS comedy series Bogan Pride (October 2008) and will appear in the Sydney premiere of Roland Schimmelpfennig’s Arabian Night at the Griffin Theatre Company in August.
Other actors include EDEN FALK, a member of the Sydney Theatre Company; BETTY LUCAS, veteran stage actress; ALEC MORGAN, better known as a director of documentaries and the remarkable feature Hunt Angels; and the very popular MIC CONWAY of Mic Conway’s National Junk Band.
ALICE ANSARA (Betty),has played Jessica in the Bell Shakespeare Company’s Merchant of Venice. Alice also created the role of Nigella in the up-coming SBS comedy series Bogan Pride (October 2008) and will appear in the Sydney premiere of Roland Schimmelpfennig’s Arabian Night at the Griffin Theatre Company in August.
Other actors include EDEN FALK, a member of the Sydney Theatre Company; BETTY LUCAS, veteran stage actress; ALEC MORGAN, better known as a director of documentaries and the remarkable feature Hunt Angels; and the very popular MIC CONWAY of Mic Conway’s National Junk Band.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Party at the Newtown Mission
On the 23rd of July, Ballad Films will present the completed short film The Ballad of Betty and Joe to cast, crew and the wider community in the historic hall of the Newtown Mission opposite the Dendy.
The Ballad of Betty and Joe should tantalize the taste buds of silent film fans. Beautifully shot in and around the Devonshire Street Tunnel, under Central Railway, and in the City of Sydney, it was made with the help of many hands. Accompanied by a superb score, it is a triumph in story telling. Two additional award-winning shorts will also be shown: Meditations on a Name (Dir: Bonnie Elliot) and the animation, Pianoforte (Dir. Antoinette Starkiewicz.
Around 200 people are expected to show for the party with door prizes, raffles and music to keep everyone entertained after the screening. Kids are welcome. Non-alcoholic refreshments will be available.
See you there
Use the email below link to RSVP
The Ballad of Betty and Joe should tantalize the taste buds of silent film fans. Beautifully shot in and around the Devonshire Street Tunnel, under Central Railway, and in the City of Sydney, it was made with the help of many hands. Accompanied by a superb score, it is a triumph in story telling. Two additional award-winning shorts will also be shown: Meditations on a Name (Dir: Bonnie Elliot) and the animation, Pianoforte (Dir. Antoinette Starkiewicz.
Around 200 people are expected to show for the party with door prizes, raffles and music to keep everyone entertained after the screening. Kids are welcome. Non-alcoholic refreshments will be available.
See you there
Use the email below link to RSVP
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