Here is a collection of news articles from each of our state branches.
We are sad to report the death of Michael Edols who passed away suddenly on Tuesday 3rd July 2018. Michael has been a respected member of the NSW branch of the Pioneers and has been internationally renowned for his work as a Cinematographer, Director of Photography and collaborator in the Film and Television industry. http://www.edols.com.au/thepitch.htm
DetailsThe NSW Branch of the Cinema Pioneers conducted a successful luncheon on Thursday 24th May 2018. There was a good turn-out of members who enjoyed delicious food and some great fellowship in the relaxing surrounds of the Grace Hotel. A number of interstate branch Presidents and members were also present, having attended the NEC…
DetailsUrgent Reminder: The New South Wales Branch Luncheon is being held in “The Yarra-Murra Room” at The Grace Hotel, Cnr York & King Sts, Sydney on Thursday May 24, 2018 at 12.30pm for 1.00pm. Please RSVP as soon as possible to the Secretary/Treasurer at 9 Collins Cres, Lapstone, 2773, Payment by Cheque or Money Order.…
DetailsDear Cinema Pioneers, Sadly cinema industry doyen Maurice Scott passed away on Saturday after a long illness. He was arguably one of most respected and well known theatre managers of our time. He was also an excellent raconteur and ranks amongst the most entertaining speakers I have heard. Close friend Ross Campbell has prepared the…
DetailsASE MOVIE NIGHT is a monthly event where editors show and discuss their work. From ASE’s Nick Meyers: “We at the ASE are starting up a new series of events where, just as it says above, Editors can show and discuss their work. The plan is to establish a regular event at a regular venue. That way…
DetailsLast week NSW President of the Australian Cinematographers Society, Roger Lanser, hosted two industry visitors to ACS Headquarters, Tim Read, President and Sandra Alexander, Secretary of The Society of Australian Cinema Pioneers. Both were in high praise of the facilities provided to ACS members and of the level of commitment and dedication that members have put into the refurbishment…
DetailsLOVE COLLECTABLES of the FILM and CINEMA VARIETY? Then all roads lead to Melbourne! This wonderful CINE-TREASURES SALE – is on SUNDAY 22nd April from 10am til 5pm at 157 CUTHBERT ST, BROADMEADOWS (Vic). Just a few doors from the railway station. This is the treasured, life-long collection of the late Vincent McMurray, the sale…
DetailsOUR INDUSTRY’S CHARITY URGENTLY NEEDS YOUR HELP – an appeal from MPIBS Chair Murray Forrest. Now in its 87th year, the Motion Picture Industry Benevolent Society has been providing much needed financial and emotional assistance to our industry colleagues who have fallen on difficult times. Since 1931, over $4,5m has been dispensed to hundreds of…
DetailsJohn Politzer, a highly respected exhibitor and distributor who was an influential supporter of Australian films, died on Thursday 8th March 2018 after a long illness, aged 83. As Greater Union’s programming manager from 1979 until 1995, he championed dozens of local films including Sunday, Too Far Away, Caddie, Fran, Kitty and the Bagman, Bliss, Praise and Strictly Ballroom.…
DetailsThe dates for the Victorian Branch activities for 2018 will be as follows: 1. Wednesday March 21st – Dinner function at the German Tivoli Club. 2. Wednesday May 16th – Meal and Movie day at Hoyts Chadstone. 3. Wednesday July 18th – Lunch function at the German Tivoli Club. 4. Wednesday Sept 19th – Meal…
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