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My Excitement Runneth Over

Published by dara on September 16, 2007 in Greensboro, arts & entertainment, community, film and music. 1 Comment

I am both proud and excited about my recent personal acheivements and the upcoming events taking place here in NC. First, I FINALLY have my new blog up and running. Let me tell you, I purchased the domain name quite some time ago, but I only recently began posting onto the site. I’m fairly excited because I’ve wanted to start a blog dealing with this sort of information for over a year now. Last year’s Vloggercon was the beginning, but that trip went sour. And after that, my motivation took a dip and I put the site on the back burner. So far, I love writing posts on the new blog because not only am I educating others (hopefully), but I’m learning so much myself about the world of online video.

Second, I photographed my first wedding last month. The location was Appamattox, VA; the bride is a friend and co-worker of my sister, Amani (she recommended me); and it was so BEAUTIFUL! I was nervous because the couple was trusting me to capture the memories of such a special occasion. But the newlyweds were pleased and I was just so happy that they were thrilled with the job I did. I’ll post a few of the photos soon.

Ok, now it’s party time! I have soooo been looking forward to the NuFacesNC Launch Party. The show will feature Camp Lo (you know…”This is it, what?! Luchini pourin from the sky. Let’s get rich, what?!). Man I used to love that song. Anyway, I haven’t partied hard in a loooong time, and next Friday will be the night for me to let loose!

Next on the agenda is The Dave Matthews Band Concert coming to Raleigh Sept. 18, and to Charlotte Sept. 19. I saw them last in 2005, and the time before that was summer 2001! A few months ago there was no question about my face being in the place but now, because of the event below, I just don’t know if I’ll be able to afford it…or have a sitter lined up

COMMON is coming to Greensboro! Yup! Sept. 28. I have been counting down the days. Have loved him ever since I first saw the “I Used To Love H.E.R.” video when I was 14 (back when he was Common Sense). Whew! I can’t wait!!!!!

And last, I’m anticipating this year’s ConvergeSouth which is right around the corner. I wasn’t able to attend last year’s event (a preggers me just wasn’t in the mood). There are some new and exciting editions to this year’s conference. There will be the first annual ConvergeSouth Film Festival, which I believe is still accepting film submissions; and ConvergeSouth Music will be entertaining us downtown during the after hours . And it’s quite clear this is a down-home, southern conference.

So that’s what’s on my plate. Cheers!

Greensboro’s Child For Everyone to View

Published by dara on October 8, 2006 in Greensboro, Video, activism, blogosphere, community and film. 1 Comment

Just found out the documentary Greensboro’s Child has been released on the web.

Urban Literary Film Festival

Published by dara on September 9, 2006 in Greensboro and film. 0 Comments

The 4th annual Urban Literary Film Festival is coming to the campus of UNC-Greensboro September 15-17. Click here for more info.

It’s Time to Celebrate!

Published by dara on May 9, 2006 in Greensboro, community, film and pics. 2 Comments

An exciting, exhausting, lively, amusing and rewarding semester of volunteering at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, is coming to an end. And now it’s time for us to celebrate! The volunteers and staff, we all put in a lot of work over the course of a few months. We managed to teach the kids the basics of filmmaking, and developing and executing their ideas–all while having fun and building a rapport with the young people. Not only did all 10 participants create their own film, but all of their time and hard work is culminating in a film screening to be held tomorrow night at The Carousel Cinemas. This is an opportunity to see their creations on the big screen. How exciting! Everyone is invited. Tickets are the regular price to see a movie; however, some of the proceeds will go back into the film program. For those who are not local, we will be setting up a video blog in the next few days to showcase the children’s work. So check back soon for the update.

Read the Yes! Weekly article about the program.

Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club Film Screening
The Carousel Cinemas
May 10, 2006 7pm

The Trials of Darryl Hunt

Published by dara on March 24, 2006 in Greensboro, activism and film. 2 Comments

For those who do not know the story of Darryl Hunt, it goes like this: tried and convicted of murder while continuously maintaining his innocence; was cleared in 1994 through DNA testing but remained locked up for an additional 10 years. The Trials of Darryl Hunt is a documentary about the events that transpired in Hunt’s life, beginning with the accusation of

murder in 1984. The film garnered the Official Selection-Documenary Competition at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. For all of the local folks, you’ll be able to check out the film in Durham at the Full Frame Documentary Festival April 6-9, 2006

Oscar Night

Published by dara on March 6, 2006 in arts & entertainment, film and rant. 1 Comment

So it was somewhat difficult but i managed to not watch the Academy Award ceremony. I’ve always hated award shows but a few years ago I started to really get involved with all of the hoopla surrounding the Oscars. Then I realized it was all very idiotic. This is an Academy that has perfected the art of giving the Oscar to the right actor in the wrong year–i.e. Denzel Washington not winning for his excellent portrayal of Malcolm X, but taking home the statue for his role in Training Day. That was the year (1992) that Al Pacino won best actor for his role in Scent of a Woman–a good performance but after having never won for his great performances in The Godfather I &II, Serpico, Dog Day Afternoon, etc. the Academy felt the need to reward him even if it was at the wrong time. And this year, Crash winning Best Picture–things that make you go hmmm?

I felt excited about this year’s ceremony in part because it appeared to be overun by independents. But I could not bring myself to turn on the tv–I just found myself not caring. EXCEPT I absolutely had to see Three 6 Mafia perform the song “It’s Hard Out Here for a Pimp,” (which won Best Original Song). I really just wanted to see the faces of the audience while the song was being performed. I can’t say that I agree with the win, but then again the other two nominated songs were not that great either.

I will say that there were some great films nominated this year–I loved Brokeback Mountain. But like always there were very good films that did not win or were not nominated such as: Me and You and Everyone We Know, Palindromes, Turtles Can Fly, and MatchPoint (which i have yet to see, but heard it was great and Woody Allen rarely lets me down). So check these out.