“Taipei Factory” 《台北工廠》

The Quintessence of This City. The Possibilities of This Island.

Synopsis
Taipei Factory is a collaborative project launched by the Directors’ Fortnight and Taipei Film Commission that aims at the emergence of new talents. Four young Taiwanese directors are joined by four young foreign directors from Chile, France, Iran, and South Korea. The eight directors have never been acquainted before, but they shared their life experiences, and co-wrote and co-directed short films based on the impressions and imaginations of a city during 17 days in Taipei. Taipei Factory will showcase the result of these exchanges, 4 short films of 15 minutes each.

- The Pig (Singing Chen, Jéro Yun)

A sacrificed pig, a newly homeless family, and a city longing for rain. With compassion and prayer, they try to survive.

- Silent Asylum (Midi Z, Joana Preiss)

A French documentary director filming a group of Burmese refugees who recounted their sufferings while being trapped in a vacant city apartment building.

- A Nice Travel (Shen Ko-shang, Luis Cifuentes)

Her farewell party is to celebrate a new job promotion in a foreign country. But it is more like a funeral for the past. Her past, a puzzle. Her future, a labyrinth.

- Mr. Chang’s New Address (Chang Jung-chi, Alireza Khatami)

Mr. Chang’s life turns upside down when his home mysteriously disappears from the face of the Earth. On a quest to find his home, he has to rethink his identity and being. To be or to become, that is the question for Mr. Chang.

Screenings
May 16 12:30 THEATRE CROISETTE
May 16 14:30 CINEMA LE RAIMU
May 25 10:00 THEATRE CROISETTE

Join us at a special session for AFCNet-EUFCN during Marché du Film in Cannes.

When: May 23, 11.00 am. – 1.00 pm.
Where: Film France – Ficam Booth, Village International Pantiero
Topic: Special training session on the expectations of Asian and European producers when shooting abroad
Panelists:
EUFCN – Mr. Arie Bohrer (President of EUFCN/Film Austria), Mr. Frank Priot (Film France, COO)
AFCNet – Mr. Briccio G. Santos (Chairman of Film Development Council of the Philippines, Vice President of AFCNet), Ms. Jennifer Jao (Director of Taipei Film Commission, AFCNet Director) and Mr. Cedric Eloy (CEO of Cambodia Film Commission, AFCNet Director)

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The PR representatives will carefully study our members’ capacities, range of services, and incentive programs, and will not save efforts to link you with the industry professionals from the other side of the globe. Simply follow the guideline below, and then your marketing to the West will have been started.
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• Qualifications (Must Meet All 4) 1.A film commissioner who belongs to, and has been working for AFCNet regular
member organization for over 1 year
2.A film commissioner who is fluent in English for international communication (Second
foreign language is a plus.)
3.A film commissioner who wishes to participate in 2013 AFCI Locations Show, yet not able
to attend as an exhibitor with his/her organization’s support
4.A film commissioner who is not only committed to his/her region’s location promotion, but
also passionate about contributing to Asia’s film industry by representing 54 members of AFCNet.
•How to Apply
: Send us your simple Resume with Cover Letter by May 10 at sonia88@afcnet.org

Lino Brocka’s Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag, a recently restored Filipino film, will have its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this May. Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag is a classic canonical Filipino originally released in 1975. It has recently been restored by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) through the partnership with Martin Scorcese’s World Cinema Foundation (WCF). FDCP has long been very earnest about film restoration. Last year, it presented its first film restoration Genghis Khan at the Venice International Film Festival.
L’Immagine Ritrovata in Italy, a leading film laboratory, is doing the restoration with the guidance of Mike de Leon who is the producer and cinematographer of the film. FDCP is said to be very pleased with the restoration and looks forward to showcasing it at Cannes. FDCP also continues its advocacy for film preservation with the establishment of the National Film Archives of the Philippines (NFAP) under its auspices which handles such restoration projects.

About AFCNet AFCNet, Your Passport to Asia Asian Film Commissions Network (AFCNet), a networking body between film commissions and film shooting supporting organizations in Asia, is a nonprofit organization. It has been established to take various roles from sharing information about locations, regulations, and customs clearance in member countries in Asia to promoting the balanced growth of Asian film industries through system improvement. There are 54 members from 19 countries in AFCNet (2013). Contribute to AFCNet Newsletter & Location Scope As the global interest to Asian film industry is rapidly growing day by day, it is becoming more essential than ever to keep our eyes on the latest industry news of the Asian region. Against this backdrop, AFCNet publishes AFCNet Newsletter and Location Scope to play a pivotal role as an information sharer. As our industry is always full of new issues, AFCNet editorial team wishes to cover diverse news from AFCNet member organizations. Not-so-special stories and scenes from your region may be astonishing and inspiring news to our friends on the other side of Asia. Your contribution to AFCNet online publications will always be more than just appreciated. Furthermore, since AFCNet Newsletter and Location Scope are sent to more than 10, 000 film professionals all around the globe, it can be an easy and efficient tool for promoting your news to the whole wide world! Remember, our reader base knows no boarders. The editorial team at AFCNet Secretariat always welcomes contributions from AFCNet members. It can be a short story about a film currently being shot in your region under the support of an AFCNet member organization, or it can be a news article about a local/international film festival hosted by one of our members. Your story can be as simple as an updated introduction of your locations and services. Plus, it is absolutely free of charge! Now, send us your stories at sonia88@afcnet.org. The next headline can be yours! MEMBERS OF THE MONTH Sapporo-Hokkaido Contents Strategy Organization (SHOCS) Sapporo-Hokkaido Contents Strategy Organization [SHOCS] was established in Sapporo, designated as the first dedicated film contents production area to promote regional growth in Japan. It cooperates with various ASEAN and other countries in Asia, and focuses on international production services, location, promotion, culture exchange and human resources. See more >> Sendai Miyagi Film Commission We provide the following services in Miyagi prefecture. Advice on location scouting Advice on location filming, crew and facilities Providing permit information and relevant contact details Attendance at location shootings Giving general information on local services (accommodation, parking, restaurants, security companies, etc) Coordination between the production companies and the people concerned Assistance in finding local extras (about 2,000 people are registered as extras and many of them have participated in many films and TV dramas) See more >> Film Auckland Formed in 2003 as an industry led initiative, Film Auckland is the film office for the Auckland region. In 2004 Film Auckland became an incorporated society with a membership base and governed by a board elected by the members. In late 2010 the operations of Film Auckland as the film office were integrated in the economic development group of the Auckland Council – Auckland Tourism Events & Economic Development Ltd (ATEED). Under the agreement with the council Film Auckland Incorporated continues to operate as a voice for the industry in Auckland and works closely with the ATEED in creating success for the screen indsutry in Auckland. See more >> Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) The Philippine Film Export Services Office is a virtual one-stop shop for foreign film and television producers. The organization introduces accredited artists, craftsmen, technicians, guilds and production, post production and animation houses, studios, equipment, and other film service providers and suppliers and assists in production feasibility assessments, location scouts and budget estimates. They will, thus, act as an informed, neutral, 3rd party, between the industry and government agencies, helping all parties reach an agreement. If interested for their assistance in productions, kindly email fdcphil@yahoo.com and include information and concerns relevant to the project. See more >>

AFCNet FINALLY Meets Europeans EUFCN (European Film Commissions Network) together with AFCNet is going to organize a special training session to discuss the expectations of producers from the two continents. The training session will take place on Thursday 23rd May 2013 during the Marché du Film, and would be reserved to the members of both the associations. The session will be chaired by Mr. Arie Bohrer (EUFCN, President) and Mr. Frank Priot (Film France, COO) who would pitch the Asian producers on how they can approach Europe for shoots and partnerships; from our board, AFCNet Vice President Briccio G. Santos (Film Development Council of the Philippines, Chairman) Ms. Jennifer Jao (Taipei Film Commission, Director) and Mr. Cedric Eloy (Cambodia Film Commission, CEO) will do the same for the European producers. Mr. Arie Bohrer underlined the importance of building a forum in which both the Asian and the European film commissions’ representatives could share their knowledge and experience in order to encourage a dialogue between the two cinema industries. Mr. Bohrer, in the name of the EUFCN Board, told us that he thanks AFCNet for the collaboration and wished that this session would be the beginning of a profitable collaboration that could help the worldwide cinema industry. AFCNet in Thailand Thailand International Film Destination Festival 2013 Thailand’s film service industry has been in the spotlight recently with such high-profile films such as Hangover 2 and The Impossible while the member nations of ASEAN prepare for the greater integration and cooperation to make films. In Thailand on Screen, a selection of films was screened at SFWorld Cinema on April 3-9. These were examples not only of the well-known hits that have been shot in Thailand, but also some films fresh to Thailand. From box-office smashes to festival award-winners, the session shows the very best of what Thailand can provide to the international film industry. The Amazing Thailand Film Challenge as a part of the Thailand International Film Destination Festival 2013, Thailand was hosting this very special film event. One hundred filmmakers from across the globe had the opportunity to fly to Thailand and make short films. An official event, sponsored by public funds, the competing teams were provided with return flights, four nights’ accommodation, a budget of 30,000 Thai Baht (approximately $1,000), a local production assistant, and professional production support. Also, the winning films received prizes totaling 1 million Thai Baht (approximately $30,000). Each team comprised 2 filmmakers, who were challenged to see who has the imagination, creativity, resourcefulness, and ingenuity to be able to research, travel, and make a film in a new and unfamiliar country in a limited time. This was a fine opportunity for the participating teams to meet filmmakers from across the world, to share ideas and learn from the different cultures, and to visit the extraordinary Kingdom of Thailand. (From Left) AFCNet President OH Seokgeun, Producer Iain SMITH, AFCI President George DAVID, Thailand Film Office Director Ubolwan- SUCHARITAKUL, AFCI Executive Director Kevin CLARK, Producer KIM Hyeongjoon Information from http://www.thailandfilmdestination.com FLY2013 Preparation in Thailand AFCNet Secretariat was on FLY2013 venue search in Thailand on April 8-10. We checked out dozens of resort facilities in the towns near Bangkok named Khao Yai, Pattaya, and Hua Hin. Team AFCNet checked out details from the room types, meeting/banquet facilities to the environment around the area to see if the place is suitable for FLY2013 short film production and workshop. To boost the limitless potential from our to-be-selected trainees, we tried to find a place with spicy cultural characteristics, accessibility both to urban and rural area, and a comfortable accommodation. Imagining FLY2013 trainees from different culture and background putting their heads together for the collaboration project, team AFCNet did some legwork to find the place fits best for FLY2013. (KHAO YAI) (PATTAYA) (HUA HIN) Thanks to the vehicle sponsored by Thailand Film Office, our proud co-host, the venue search was easy and swift. In the meeting between AFCNet Secretariat (Busan Film Commission) representatives and Thailand Film Office, both parties shared and understood the positive purpose of FLY project, while reassuring our common goal: laying groundwork for the future of Asian film. The meeting was especially meaningful with the presence of Deputy Director General, Mr. Kajorn Weerajal at Department of Tourism. The two host organizations are to navigate the project execution directions together. We now have FLY2013 on the go, please continue your attention and wish us good luck. AFCNet Grand Promotion in LA To continue our first successful introduction last year, AFCNet is going to show up in Los Angeles again for 2013 AFCI Location Show (June 28-29), the premier event for the global production industry. Our PR representatives in AFCNet booth will promote all 54 AFCNet members from 19 countries to the industry in and outside of US. Here, we have two proposals for you! FIRST, Send Us Your Promotion Materials The PR representatives will carefully study our members’ capacities, range of services, and incentive programs, and will not save efforts to link you with the industry professionals from the other side of the globe. Simply follow the guideline below, and then your marketing to the West will have been started. Address: 52 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Republic of Korea Deadline: June 21 (Friday), 2013 Be sure that your PR materials do not exceed 3 types. You can send less than 20 copies of each item. SECOND, Be the AFCNet PR Representative Yourself Longing for a PR opportunity for your region to foreign clients? Apply to be the AFCNet PR representative and join us in LA. Qualifications (Must Meet All 4) A film commissioner who belongs to, and has been working for AFCNet regular member organization for over 1 year A film commissioner who is fluent in English for international communication (Second foreign language is a plus.) A film commissioner who wishes to participate in 2013 AFCI Locations Show, yet not able to attend as an exhibitor with his/her organization’s support A film commissioner who is not only committed to his/her region’s location promotion, but also passionate about contributing to Asia’s film industry by representing 54 members of AFCNet. How to Apply : Send us your simple Resume with Cover Letter by May 10 at sonia88@afcnet.org

News from Members

Restored Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag to Premiere at Cannes

Lino Brocka’s Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag, a recently restored Filipino film, will have its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this May. Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag is a classic canonical Filipino originally released in 1975. It has recently been restored by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) through the partnership with Martin Scorcese’s World Cinema Foundation (WCF). FDCP has long been very earnest about film restoration. Last year, it presented its first film restoration Genghis Khan at the Venice International Film Festival.
L’Immagine Ritrovata in Italy, a leading film laboratory, is doing the restoration with the guidance of Mike de Leon who is the producer and cinematographer of the film. FDCP is said to be very pleased with the restoration and looks forward to showcasing it at Cannes. FDCP also continues its advocacy for film preservation with the establishment of the National Film Archives of the Philippines (NFAP) under its auspices which handles such restoration projects.

Be AFCNet Associate Members

AFCNet invites film productions and experts as associate members to expand the network. Film productions, investment companies, TV productions; government agencies and associations regarding culture, tourism; individual film professionals such as directors, producers, location managers can join AFCNet as associate members. For location shootings, film commissions’ support is crucial and cooperation with film-related companies is becoming more inevitable. As the world’s attention is getting drawn into Asian region, the collaboration will bring about incredible synergy. Associate members will be provided with a large range of information about location shooting, and will be linked to the most reliable partners. AFCNet will also liaise you with businesses, co-production projects and investment projects. AFCNet serves as an arena for open PR and networking. Contact sonia88@bfc.or.kr (English) and shinhy@bfc.or.kr (Japanese) to contribute stories and more information.