Dive deeper into the creative process of filmmaking. Explore the inspirations and challenges faced during production, and gain a richer understanding of some of the films selected for this year's festival.
These candid conversations not only shed light on the artistry and technical expertise that go into filmmaking but also provide a glimpse into the personal stories and motivations that drive these talented creators.
When long-time friends and collaborators Alec Green and Finbar Watson first heard the story of Don Ritchie, they knew three things:
1. It was going to be animated.
2. They needed to do research to ensure the material was handled with care.
3. They needed help.
In this conversation with Festival Director Marina Antunes, Alec and Finbar delve into the development process of their award-winning film, from inception to first screening.
Teacups was awarded the Best in Show prize at SPARK ANIMATION 2023.
Image Credit: Teacups © 2023 Varicoloured. All Rights Reserved.
SPEAKERS
Alec Green, Finbar Watson
Directors // Independent
Alec Green (1999, studying at AFTRS, BA of Screen: Production) and Finbar Watson (1999, studying at UNSW, BA in Film Production and Law) are young Australian filmmakers passionate about creating content that spotlights global issues.
Teacups is their first film.
They are committed to making sure Don's story is told with care.
MODERATOR
Marina Antunes
President // Spark CG Society
Marina has been writing and discussing film for over 15 years, first on a personal blog, followed by a decade-long tenure on the now retired Row Three. In 2008, she joined the writing staff at Quiet Earth, becoming Editor-In-Chief in 2014, a role she still holds. Over the years, she has also produced and hosted a number of podcasts including Before the Dawn, a long-running podcast on the Twilight franchise, Girls on Pop, a podcast on film and popular entertainment from women’s perspective and After the Credits, bi-monthly film podcast with nearly 300 episodes.
Marina is a member of ACM and ACM SIGGRAPH, the Online Film Critics Society, the Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and the Visual Effects Society. She is the President of Spark CG Society and the Vancouver ACM SIGGRAPH chapter. She has also served on juries for several film festivals including DOXA, St. Louis International Film Festival, and the Whistler Film Festival. She joined the Spark CG Society in 2014.
Dive deeper into the creative process of filmmaking. Explore the inspirations and challenges faced during production, and gain a richer understanding of some of the films selected for this year's festival.
These candid conversations not only shed light on the artistry and technical expertise that go into filmmaking but also provide a glimpse into the personal stories and motivations that drive these talented creators.
When long-time friends and collaborators Alec Green and Finbar Watson first heard the story of Don Ritchie, they knew three things:
1. It was going to be animated.
2. They needed to do research to ensure the material was handled with care.
3. They needed help.
In this conversation with Festival Director Marina Antunes, Alec and Finbar delve into the development process of their award-winning film, from inception to first screening.
Teacups was awarded the Best in Show prize at SPARK ANIMATION 2023.
Image Credit: Teacups © 2023 Varicoloured. All Rights Reserved.
SPEAKERS
Alec Green, Finbar Watson
Directors // Independent
Alec Green (1999, studying at AFTRS, BA of Screen: Production) and Finbar Watson (1999, studying at UNSW, BA in Film Production and Law) are young Australian filmmakers passionate about creating content that spotlights global issues.
Teacups is their first film.
They are committed to making sure Don's story is told with care.
MODERATOR
Marina Antunes
President // Spark CG Society
Marina has been writing and discussing film for over 15 years, first on a personal blog, followed by a decade-long tenure on the now retired Row Three. In 2008, she joined the writing staff at Quiet Earth, becoming Editor-In-Chief in 2014, a role she still holds. Over the years, she has also produced and hosted a number of podcasts including Before the Dawn, a long-running podcast on the Twilight franchise, Girls on Pop, a podcast on film and popular entertainment from women’s perspective and After the Credits, bi-monthly film podcast with nearly 300 episodes.
Marina is a member of ACM and ACM SIGGRAPH, the Online Film Critics Society, the Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and the Visual Effects Society. She is the President of Spark CG Society and the Vancouver ACM SIGGRAPH chapter. She has also served on juries for several film festivals including DOXA, St. Louis International Film Festival, and the Whistler Film Festival. She joined the Spark CG Society in 2014.
