Method Fest Extends Entry Deadline

Because with Sundance and mass studio layoffs and Oscar nominations coming out tomorrow, what film people really need to know about this week is our upcoming Calabasas festival.

Here's the press release:

Call for Entries

THE METHOD FEST FILM FESTIVAL SEEKS STRONG ACTING FILMS

• January 31 is Late Submission Deadline • Festival Lineup will be
announced February 26

The 11th annual The Method Fest independent film festival, scheduled
for March 26 - April 2, 2009 in Calabasas, Calif., is looking for
character and story-driven films featuring strong acting performances.

The Method Fest features American and foreign feature films and short
films and is named after "The Method" school of acting, which
revolutionized the approach in acting, particularly in film.

To have their films considered for selection, filmmakers must submit
their films before the the late entry deadline, January 31.
(postmarked).

Entry fees are $60 for features and $45 for short films; student
entries are $25. For film submission information call (310) 535-9230 or
visit the festival web site at www.methodfest.com Filmmakers are
encouraged to register through www.withoutabox.com