Interview with Andrew Theisen – UofW DXARTS Artist and Student

Interview with Andrew Theisen – UofW DXARTS Artist and Student

Andrew Theisen was interviewed by Colette Finkbiner, writer/blogger with Three Horizons Productions As anyone in the arts or entertainment industries can attest, digital media has become increasingly integrated into filmmaking, design, gaming and more. The University of Washington has an exciting program through its Center for Digital Arts and Experimental Media (DXARTS). Andrew Theisen recently earned an undergraduate degree from the program. Because of the interdisciplinary aspect of filmmaking, Three Horizons Productions (THP) wanted to speak with these young digital [...]

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Interview with Film Poster Artist Olivia Barratier

Interview with Film Poster Artist Olivia Barratier

Written by Colette Finkbiner, blogger/writer with Three Horizons Productions. When Three Horizons Productions’ (THP) debut short film, Out Of Focus, premiered in December 2012, I remember several audience members commenting on the font used for the film. In light of a 15-minute version of Out Of Focus’ acceptance to the Short Film Corner at the Cannes Film Festival; I interviewed artist Olivia Barratier, who did the key art for the film. While reviewing Ms. Barratier’s work, I was intrigued by [...]

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Announcing The Three Winners from Industry Night, Phoenix Film Festival!

Hello Filmmaking Friends, Thank you to everyone who visited our booth on Friday, April 5th at the Phoenix Film Festival. It was great meeting new people sharing the same passion as we do. Congratulations to the three winners of our three Amazon Gift Cards: PRIZE 1 – $100 – CHRISTOPHER SMITH PRIZE 2 – $75 – ALISON DWIGHT PRIZE 3 – $50 – LIZ BRADLEY We look forward to connecting with all of you in 2013! The THP Team

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The Worlds of Guillermo del Toro

The Worlds of Guillermo del Toro

Written by Colette Finkbiner, blogger/writer with Three Horizons Productions. Among fans of the supernatural thriller genre, filmmaker Guillermo del Toro’s name conjures up anticipation, chills and discussion. His ingenuity and genre-bending approach to filmmaking have led to praise from fans as well as criticism from genre purists and those who balk at the symbolism endemic to his darker works such as Cronos, The Devil’s Backbone and Pan’s Labyrinth. He also has contributed to mainstream action films with projects like the [...]

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Hitchcock’s Vertigo and the Supernatural Illusion

Hitchcock’s Vertigo and the Supernatural Illusion

Written by Colette Finkbiner, writer/blogger for Three Horizons Productions In an ongoing look into the supernatural thriller genre history, I decided to revisit a Hollywood classic, Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo (1958). Hitchcock is well-remembered for his fastidious attention to detail: the acting, the cinematography, and the visual effects. It is a meticulous vision to which the team here at Three Horizons Productions (THP) aspires (as evidenced in the premiere of its flagship short film, Out of Focus). Among those who study [...]

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Interview with Remi Vaughn, Writer/Director of Out Of Focus

Interview with Remi Vaughn, Writer/Director of Out Of Focus

Interview by Colette Finkbiner, THP blogger/writer. As Three Horizons Productions (THP) gears up for the premiere of Out of Focus, I spoke with writer/director, Remi Vaughn. Her tenacity and dedication to her project, along with her keen instinct for team-building culminates with this long-awaited screening. We spoke about her professional background, which includes her creative endeavors as well as her financial experience and business acumen. What was the inspiration for Out of Focus? A few years back, I had started [...]

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Scanning for the Missing Element!

We are cushioned by the mundane events of daily life: errands, a visit with friends or a walk down the street. We rarely think about the elemental mysteries of what lies just beyond our understanding. Our skeptical senses tell us one thing, but our primal fears and curiosity lead us down an unknown road. We find ourselves scanning for the missing element that binds the world of light and shadow. We are like Alice going through the looking glass. What’s [...]

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Interview with Luis Bohorquez – Out Of Focus

Interview with Luis Bohorquez – Out Of Focus

Luis Bohorquez was interviewed by Colette Finkbiner, writer/blogger with Three Horizons Productions Cinematographer Luis Bohorquez attended Art Center College of Design, in Pasadena, California. Prior to graduation, he was already working as a director of photography on a number of commercials. He has worked as a cinematographer for over 20 years on feature films, commercials, and documentaries. As one of the core members of Three Horizons Productions (THP), he served as cinematographer on THP’s premier vehicle, Out of Focus, a [...]

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The History of the Supernatural Thriller

The History of the Supernatural Thriller

The history of the supernatural thriller is longer than you may expect. As long as humans have existed, we feel compelled to tell stories, to bask in the thrill of the storyteller and endeavor to understand the world beyond our senses. You may be familiar with the film genre of the supernatural thriller, but its timeline extends to the earliest of times. Within this genre of storytelling, the primary conflict tends to be between two main characters, with one possessing [...]

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Special News Announcement from the THP Team

Special News Announcement from the THP Team

Phoenix, Arizona, January 17, 2013—Exciting times are here for the team at Three Horizons Productions (THP). Right on the heels of December’s successful Out of Focus film debut, the THP team is currently finalizing Phoenix’s first Supernatural Film Festival. In the meantime, we have exciting news to share about one of our interns, Richard Mulvihill. Richard has been part of THP’s internship program for some time and has been integral in helping the core team with all of the particulars [...]

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Interview with Ciro Mennella – Out Of Focus

Interview with Ciro Mennella – Out Of Focus

This interview spotlights a man with a wide spectrum of talents and a great deal of artistic drive. Ciro Mennella is a veteran of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps. He also is a photographer, lover of independent film, who is adept at logistics and planning; plus, he is a manager of interns and an associate producer for Three Horizons Productions (THP). His ability to manage as well as his artistic expression makes him a valuable team member at THP. [...]

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Interview with Steve Harrison, Sound Designer on Out Of Focus

Stephen Harrison is the sound designer and re-recording mixer on Out Of Focus. Steve has over 25 years of experience in music production, recording and mixing, as well as audio post-production for the film, broadcast and multi-media industries. Steve started his career in Toronto, Canada, where he worked in all capacities for a well-known recording studio & production company. He then moved to Los Angeles, CA to work on major music & television projects (e.g., Michael Jackson, Rod Stewart, Millennium [...]

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