November 2024 Recap
Film Tampa Bay gives back
In honor of the season of giving, our staff volunteered at Feeding Tampa Bay's warehouse sorting center. 16,236 lbs of food was sorted, totaling 13,530 meals for our neighbors with food insecurities.
Later in the month, Tyler participated in the annual Great American Teach-In by teaching film classes at Leto High School. The program invites community members to share their knowledge and introduce students to new career options, hobbies, and activities.
Wild Rover Film Festival
Photo Courtesy of Wild Rover Brewing Company
Wild Rover Brewing Company held its second annual Wild Rover Film Festival. The two-day festival included a fantastic slate of films, a networking happy hour, and “Afternoon Tea” each day to connect filmmakers and fans.
On day two of the Wild Rover Film Festival, Tampa local, Chelsea Wolf of Bouncy Boxer Media was awarded the Wild Rover award. Wolf's directorial debut, Dating Game, screened at the festival as part of their day two shorts block alongside other phenomenal short films.
Submissions for Wild Rover's third annual festival open in February.
Notable Productions in November
From Where I Fly – 2024-2025 Tampa Bay Lightning
Tatro Media – Dick’s Sporting Goods
Hearst Television – Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien
Sharp Entertainment – Love After Lockup
Box to Box Films – Drive to Survive
Hangman Productions – Red Bull Flugtag
Gearing up for GIFF
The Gasparilla International Film Festival advisory board gathered at Craft Tampa to discuss plans for the upcoming festival on March 27 - 30, 2025. This year's event will showcase an exciting new slate of films from diverse filmmakers with unique stories.
Programmers and organizers are busy building the best GIFF yet. If you've always dreamed of seeing your film on the big screen, submissions are open until Sunday, December 15th.
Submit your film here.
Now Streaming! Loose Framing Episode 40: Sergio Velazquez
Available on Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Podbean
Get into the spirit of giving!
If you'd like to lend a helping hand this giving season, you can get involved with the charity mentioned in this month's episode of Loose Framing Podcast.
Starting Right, Now is an organization dedicated to supporting unaccompanied homeless youth. The organization provides services such as stable housing, access to preventative healthcare, educational and workforce development support, financial literacy, and nurturing belonging through one-on-one mentorship.
Holiday Reminders
Tampa Bay is getting in the holiday spirit! Don't forget to check your filming locations before submitting a permit to ensure it is decoration-free. Holiday decorations cannot be removed, so you may need to reschedule.
You're invited!
Join us for our "Stars of the Past" holiday party on Tuesday, Dec 10 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Vault.
This year, we’re paying tribute to legendary Hollywood icons—from Marilyn Monroe and James Dean to Philip Seymour Hoffman and Aretha Franklin. Come dressed as your favorite celebrity, channeling an iconic character they brought to life, and let's celebrate the legends who defined pop culture.
Click the link below to RSVP:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1070774588619?aff=oddtdtcreator
