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September 19, 2008

CFP Films at EMT on Saturday 11/1/2008

Community Film Project presents an evening of locally produced short films. All films were shot entirely in the NEPA (Scranton / Wilkes-Barre) area utilizing local talent both in front of, and behind the camera. Films include:

"Get Pumped!" by Jeff Fowler
"First Semester" by Tony DelRegno
"A Night On The Moon" by Bob Sweeney
"A Witness Carol" by Danielle Wells and Kevin Malone

Saturday November 1, 2008
7 PM
Endless Mountains Theatre
Rt. 6 Scranton (in the K-Mart Shopping Plaza, across from Fresno's)
Admission $5

"Get Pumped!"
by Jeff Fowler

What if The Office filled the water cooler with Red Bull?

“Get Pumped!” is a documentary that details the operations of a consulting firm named Pumped Associates. The mission of Pumped Associates is to improve the well being of clients by utilizing energetic chants to get people fired up.



"First Semester"
by Tony DelRegno

During Beth's first semester of college she is living in a party house. Her
very-religious mother and swinging grandmother surprise her for a visit.
Beth must try to hide the truth about her roommates: a lesbian in love with
her, and two perverted males who make dirty movies.




"A Night On The Moon"

by Bob Sweeney

Strange and Wonderful things can happen on the moon.

Set in the early 20th century and filmed in the fashion of an old silent film, the story centers on Scott who tries to impress, Harriet, by taking her on a date to the moon.

Bob Sweeney, a native of Dickson City, serves on the Community Film Project's board of directors and has contributed several films to the CFP/EMT Summer Shorts Series. He graduated from Philadelphia University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Design Communications in May 2004. Never one to take a break, Mr. Sweeney has made 30 short films over the past four years and has helped out on several others. He currently works as a photographer/videographer in Scranton, PA. Mr. Sweeney was awarded Best Director at the Baptist Bible Film Festival '08 for "A Night On The Moon".




"A Witness Carol"

by Danielle Wells and Kevin Malone

Raymond Barber had everything; a best friend, a supportive mother and a religion to call upon when things got to be too much. But when he delves into the under belly of a specific Christian holiday, his whole world turns upside down. Stuck between an ultimatum and devotion, Raymond must decide what's most important. Should he follow his faith, or his heart?



Jeff Fowler, resident of Archbald, recently graduated with an MA in Communication Arts from Marywood University. After producing two student films with friends, co-workers, and family members, he challenged several members of NEPA's filmmaking community to join with him in the creation of the Community Film Project (CFP). The mission of CFP is to facilitate the production and promotion of regional motion picture projects. Since 2004, Mr. Fowler has served as President of Community Film Project. He is co-writer/producer/director of the independent feature film Who’s Famous Now? Mr. Fowler directed many other short films including: Alright, Star World, Laugh Zombie Riot, The Wingman: Bingo Night Creepin', and Get Pumped!. Mr. Fowler can be reached at jeff@communityfilmproject.org or www.myspace.com/jeffcfp

Tony DelRegno is a founding member of The Community Film Project. He currently serves as the treasurer and a contributing filmmaker. Tony has a Master in Business Administration, and Master in Communication Arts. He is the Commercial Production Manager for Nexstar Broadcasting, and is an adjunct college professor at many local universities. He has produced and directed many local television commercials and programming. Next, he is the co-writer/producer/director of Who’s Famous Now?, and Star World. Also, Mr. DelRegno has produced/directed several short films including : Effects of Digital Media, Ghost of Kingston Hall, The Entity, and First Semester. Mr. DelRegno can be reached at tony@communityfilmproject.org.

Danielle Wells, a native of Factoryville, graduated from Temple University with a Broadcast Journalism degree in May 2008. With a strong background in production, she spent three years in front of the camera before realizing she should be behind it. Before she was a Senior in college she had already produced a documentary, a 20 minute television show, radio broadcasts, and countless journalism packages. She has interviewed Mayoral candidates, turkey farm owners, food truck operators and even priests. With an intuitive sense of organization, and a flair for the business aspect of productions, Danielle produced "A Witness Carol" by herself. She currently works for a production company in Berwyn, PA and is assisting in the development of three projects for major television networks.

Kevin Malone, a Temple Film Graduate hailing from New Jersey, had the distinct honor to be in the Senior Projects Film class during his last year. In a class where just 30 people were allowed to attend, he quickly became known for his writing. His film, "A Witness Carol" was awarded the Freese Award for Best Screenplay, and was acknowledged by all faculty as one of the best in the class. Kevin choose Danielle to produce his film after working with her on other projects. He has written and directed "He's an Artist," "Some Dogs go to Purgatory," "Two Guys Redux," "The Philly Blunt Chronicles," and "How to Become a CEO." Kevin and Danielle have co-created 23circles Productions, a full production company operating in the Philadelphia area.

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