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Katra’s 11th Year Comes to a Conclusion with its Fall Series

Admin — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 20:51:56 +0000

Katra Films Series’ 11th Year is officially in the can!!! What an amazing week of screenings, conversations, filmmaker Q&As, afterparties and fun awards ceremony!! Huge thank you to our presenting sponsor DIGITAL OCEAN for your incredible support this year and big thanks to all of our industry partners and community supporters Citizens Committee for NYC, Wells Fargo, JMR Professional Digital Cinema Rentals, Freelancers Union, BKLYN Commons, Urbn-TV, UKW Media, Reel Works, Final Draft, International Screenwriters’ Association, NYWIFT, Everyone Matters, No Rest for the Weekend, On The Scene Media Group.

CONGRATS TO ALL THE WINNERS BELOW:

Best Narrative Feature: Cape Carl – directed by Graham Winfrey
Best Feature Documentary: Undiagnosed – directed by Dr. Katia Moritz & Nicholas Miller
Best Short Film: Victim No. 6 directed by – Nancy Menagh
Honorable Mention — Best Short Film: June 22nd – directed by Michael T.
Best Short Documentary: Lap Around The World In 14 Days – directed by Justin Escalona
Honorable Mention — Best Short Documentary: Where The Light Enters – directed by Neha Gautam
Outstanding Female Filmmaker: Kang Blue – directed by Kyung-Ja Lee
Best Episodic/TV Series: Dose – directed by Peter Clark
Honorable Mention — Best Episodic/TV Series: & The Bathroom directed by Alex Saltiel & Nathaniel Jameson
Best Microshort: Send Me a Color – directed by Molly Tomecek
Best Short Screenplay: Wake Me Up written by Karen Wang
Best Short Screenplay Runner Up: Deadweight – written by Mat Sheldon
Best Feature Screenplay: Elektra written by Roxy Mitchell
Best Feature Screenplay — Runner Up: Amy and Angel written by Julia Verdin & Deedee Benkovich

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2018 SUMMER SERIES – AUGUST 4TH, 2018

Admin — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 03:48:55 +0000

It is sizzling out there and that only means one thing… SUMMER IS BACK!

Join us for NYC’s Summer Event of the Year – The 2018 Summer Series on Saturday August 4, 2018 in the capital of the world! To cool you down and get you in the mood for some riveting new films, music videos and web series all guests receive a complimentary beer courtesy of the Lagunitas Brewing Company.

Free beer, quality cinema, and delicious cocktails… does it get better than that? Not in a million years!

The big apple is not short on summer events, but this year’s Summer Series is surely not to be missed! Featuring 3 world Premieres, 2 NY Premieres, and an International Co-Production from the Middle East, we have quite a thrilling lineup in store including the World Premiere of a new film starring 2-time Academy-Award Winner Michael Douglas’s son.

SUMMER LINEUP:

BLOCK 1

Euphoria – directed by Wynter Rhys

An artist is kidnapped by his fan base and dragged to face off with his 6 year old daughter to confront the dark side of fame.

Violetta – directed by Aaron Lehmann

A young girl, Violetta, is coming of age via her voyeuristic obsessions, which transport her out of a tragic home life.

Lollipop – directed by Hanaa Saleh

A 14-year-old Saudi girl experiences the onset of puberty, which means she must begin wearing a full black niqab.

Heimlich – directed by Lisanne Sartor

Nina and Alex are married with their toddler Elsie. Nina’s had enough.

Honeypot – directed by Jill Greenberg

Inspired by the audio of Harvey Weinstein obtained by the NYPD’s sting operation in 2015 with Ambra Gutierrez.

I Got A Callback – directed by Chris Fox

An actor is put to the test in an audition that goes awry.

BLOCK 2

Dead Layer – directed by Carter Winter & Aleksey Reznikov

Danny, a visionary graffiti artist with tremendous talent, gets caught up in a terrible crime when he goes out with his old pal James.

The Decades of Mason Carroll – directed by Michael Markham

Mason Carroll wants to be in a long lasting relationship, except he hasn’t aged since 1940s.

The Things We Don’t Say – directed by Soleidy Mendez

Believing that his death is near, Pierre, a lonely senior, decides to have that long overdue conversation with Rose, his dead wife.

Frank and Lamar – Episode 1 – directed by Fred Soligan

A web series that follows two best friends who live together and together as middle school teachers in NYC.

You’re the Pest – Ep. 2, 3, 5 – directed by Adrienne Lovette | Created by Taylor Coriell & Jasmine Romero

Two estranged childhood friends are thrown back into each others’ lives when forced to inherit their families’ extermination business in Queens.

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2014 KATRA FILM SERIES – AUGUST EDITION

Admin — Mon, 11 Aug 2014 15:35:57 +0000

Join us Saturday AUGUST 23RD as we showcase 10 riveting short films by NYC’s top emerging filmmakers! Each director will compete for the opportunity to move on to the 3rd round, win a prize from Seed&Spark Pulp NYC Carpingo Corfu Grill and more.

Launched in the Summer of 2012, Katra Film Series screens a selection of quality short films by emerging and award-winning filmmakers in NYC and provides a great networking platform for industry professionals. In partnership with Everyone Matters and Rhino Films the 2014 Grand Prize Winner will be awarded a one-on-one meeting with acclaimed Producer Stephen Nemeth from the Academy-Award Nominated The Sessions and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.

2014 Katra Film Series Saturday August 23, 2014 – 6pm–10:30pmKATRA – 217 Bowery St. Btw. Rivington & Prince St. New York, NY 10002Official Website: http://www.katrafilmseries.com/Follow Us: Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @KatraFilmSeries

Film Lineup (lineup subject to change):

House of the Rising Sun – directed by Inga Moren
Immerse in a surreal hospital, Chloe’s wish to die becomes an exchange for a new life that is all but ordinary.

Here’s looking at you, Kid – directed by Karen Goldfarb
In war-torn Casablanca, anything can happen when two lovers reunite in this spoof of the classic film…

Schlock Fish – directed by Esteban Uribe
After witnessing death of a stranger, a recluse finds the truth about himself. Attached some film stills.

Love, Death, and Hipstery – directed by Stanislav Lavrik
After witnessing death of a stranger, a recluse finds the truth about himself. Attached some film stills.

Otaku – directed by Juliet O’Reilly
Alistair, an anime character impersonator, receives treatment he never expected after his act catches the attention of two young women.

Six – directed by Frank Jerky
SIX is a short film that deals with the issue of gun control – told through the story of a child who finds a gun

Singhing Bee – directed by Aby Rao
Harjinder (Honey) Singh is a 10-year-old Indian-American boy poised on the brink of a major turning point in his life.

Pink Out – directed by Keith Haitkin
John, the owner of “Sauna Sensations,” is at a crossroads in his profession when one of his employees decides to leave. The recycling is also really starting to pile up.

Lily In The Grinder – directed by Michael Morgenstern
Ryan struggles to find meaning in his provisional existence, exploring sex and death and the idea of ‘becoming something.’

Pots & Lids – directed by Giulio Poidomani
Nick loses his dog and looks for him in the neighborhood. On his journey, he will find love.

KATRA Film Series
217 Bowery St. between Rivington & Prince St.
New York, NY 10002
2 for 1 drink specials from 6p-8p.
$15 advance online ticket sales (includes afterparty)
$20 door price
Full dinner & hookah menu available. All ticket sales are final.

Do you have a short film, web series, documentary, music video you’d like to submit? Katra Film Series is looking for quality short content of any genre/form no longer than 15 minutes in length. However, we make exceptions based on quality, storytelling, and production value. Music videos, short docs, visual art, experimental, animations are welcome! To submit your film, click here

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2013 Final Edition Is Here – Saturday, December 14th

Admin — Fri, 13 Dec 2013 22:21:28 +0000

Please join us for the final edition of the 2013 Katra Film Series as this will be our final screening of the year before the Grand Finale Event in January.

DISCOUNTED ADVANCE TICKETS: http://katrafilmseriesdecember.eventbrite.com/

In partnership with Everyone Matters and Rhino Films, the 2013 Grand Prix Winner will be awarded a one-on-one meeting with acclaimed Producer Stephen Nemeth from the Academy-Award Nominated The Sessions and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.

Katra Film Series launched in the Summer of 2012 and has grown into one of the most premier short film showcases in NYC. Every month we screen a selection of quality short films by up-and-coming and established filmmakers living, studying or working in NYC, and provide a great networking platform for industry professionals.

Film Lineup (not exact order):
The Session – by Katie Maguire Edri
Studio Heads – by Jaime Fernandez/Anthony Palmini
Those Restive Eyes – by Divina Hasselmann
Lolette – by Felix Thompson
After Water There is Sand – by Saro Varjabedian
Legs “High Time” – Music Video – by Javier Andrade
Only in Paris – produced by Judi Beecher
Innocent Creep – by Nick Petrie

KATRA Film Series
217 Bowery St. between Rivington & Prince St.
2 for 1 drink special from 6p-8p.
$12 advance online ticket sales
$15 at the door
(includes screenings, drink specials, and after party)

Filmmakers, email us a link of your film to consider to the following address info@katrafilmseries.com. No deadline or entry fee to submit. We’re looking for quality short films no longer than 15 minutes in length. We’ll make exceptions if the film is really good. Music Videos, short docs, visual art, experimental, animations are welcome!

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Katra Film Series – July Edition

Admin — Wed, 03 Jul 2013 18:33:16 +0000

Please join us July 13th for the next lineup of short films at the 2013 Katra Film Series.

Katra Film Series is sponsored by EVERYONE MATTERS, FILMMAKER Magazine, INDIEGOGO, FILM INTERCHANGE, THE CINEMA COUCH, VOXXI, CORFU GRILL, HELLO WORLD COMMUNICATIONS, and much more. The audience will vote for one film to move on to the final round.

In partnership with Everyone Matters, a global media campaign to reduce intolerance, the Best Short Film Winner of 2012 Felix Thompson was awarded a one-on-one meeting with acclaimed Producer Stephen Nemeth from the Academy-Award Nominated The Sessions (starring John Hawkes, Helen Hunt, William H. Macy, and Moon Bloodgood). Other Producer credits include Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (starring Johnny Depp and directed by Terry Gilliam), Why Do Fools Fall in Love (starring Halle Berry), and Dogtown and Z Boys, among many others.

Katra Film Series launched in the Summer of 2012 and has grown into one of the most premier short film showcases in NYC. Every month we screen a selection of short films by up-and-coming and established filmmakers living, studying or working in NYC and provide a great networking platform for industry professionals. The selected films will also be considered for the 2014 East Harlem International Film Festival and the 2013 Katra Film Series Grand Finale.

Advance online ticket sales:

http://katrafilmseriesjulyedition.eventbrite.com/

KATRA Film Series
217 Bowery St. between Rivington & Prince St.
2 for 1 drink special from 6p-7p.
Free Food buffet 6p-7p
$12 advance online ticket sales
$15 at the door
(includes screenings, drink specials, free food and complimentary after party)

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Katra Film series 1 Year Anniversary Party & 2nd Round Competition

Admin — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 02:54:57 +0000

Please join us next Saturday, June 29th for the Katra Film Series 1 Year Anniversary Party and the 2nd round competition of 2013.

Katra Film Series launched on June 30, 2012 and is now considered to be NYC’s #1 Film Series. With the help of EVERYONE MATTERS, a global media campaign to reduce intolerance, the Best Short Film Winner of 2012 Felix Thompson was awarded a one-on-one meeting with acclaimed Producer Stephen Nemeth from the Academy-Award Nominated The Sessions (starring John Hawkes, Helen Hunt, William H. Macy, and Moon Bloodgood). Other Producer credits include Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (starring Johnny Depp and directed by Terry Gilliam), Why Do Fools Fall in Love (starring Halle Berry), and Dogtown and Z Boys, among many others.

The 2nd round awards are sponsored by EVERYONE MATTERS, FILMMAKER MAGAZINE, INDIEGOGO, MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE, THE NEW MUSEUM, FILM INTERCHANGE, and CINEMA COUCH. The audience will also select the top 3 films of the year to move on to the final round.

Get your advance tickets for a discounted price in the following link – http://kfs1year2ndround.eventbrite.com/

RSVP on Facebook and share with your friends: https://www.facebook.com/events/378605888912603/

Film Lineup (not exact order):
CHOOSE dir. By Robbie Bryan
FRAMED dir. Christian LaMorte
SHOE SHINE CHICKEN dir. Fernando Cuestas
HENRY dir. Alain Alfaro
MUSIE dir. Bridget Fitzgerald & Phil Thompson
DOCKET 32357 dir. Randy Wilkins
MADURANDO dir. Frisly Soberanis Jr.
POST-MORTEM DEPRESSION dir. Mike Dimitroulakos
ENCOUNTERS WITH UNEXPECTED ANIMALS dir. Scott Kalberer
VICEROY dir. Ashley miles

Katra Film Series – 1 year Anniversary and 2nd round Competition
217 Bowery St. between Rivington & Prince St.
2 for 1 drink specials from 5p-8p.
Free Food buffet 6p-7p
$12 advance online general admission sales
$15 advance online VIP Seat sales
$20 door cover
(All sales include screenings, drink specials, free food, and afterparty)

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Katra Film Series – June Edition

Admin — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:31:16 +0000

Join us June 8th for the next lineup of short films at the 2013 Katra Film Series.

Sponsored by FILMMAKER Magazine, En La Escena TV, The Cinema Couch, VOXXI, Hello World, and much more. The audience will select the top film to move on to the 2nd round.

Katra Film Series launched in the Summer of 2012 and has grown into one of the most premier short film showcase in NYC. Every month we screen a selection of short films by up-and-coming and established filmmakers living, studying or working in NYC and provide a great networking platform for industry folks. The selected films will also be considered for the 2013 East Harlem International Film Festival and the 2013 Katra Film Series Grand Finale.

Get your advance tickets for a discounted price before sale ends in a few days – http://kfsjuneedition.eventbrite.com/

Film Lineup:
Madurando – directed by Frisly Soberanis Jr.
Riff – directed by Esteban Uribe
East Willy B – directed by Yamin Segal
Lines of Glory – directed by Jack Gattanella
Musie – directed by Phil Thompson
Those Kids in Brooklyn – directed by Nicole Asinor

Katra Film Series
217 Bowery St. between Rivington & Prince St.
2 for 1 drink special from 6p-7p.
Free Food buffet 6p-7p
$12 advance online ticket sales
$15 at the door
(includes screenings, drink specials, free food and after party)

Do you have you’d like to screen with us? Email us a link of your film to review to the following address info@katrafilmseries.com. No deadline or entry fee to submit. We’re looking for quality short films no longer than 15 minutes in length. We’ll make exceptions if the film is really good. Music Videos, short docs, visual art, experimental, animations all are welcome!

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KFS Proudly Presents The 3T’s Party

Admin — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:49:55 +0000

Join us MAY 18TH for Industry Networking — Building and cultivating relationships through informal social gatherings.

~ Invite ~

Life starts with people. “On Deck with Lucy” is hosting a NY Entertainment Industry Mixer to gather individuals interested in growing their networking circle. A fundamental goal of our organization is to unite artists in every creative genre through connection. Living with a deep belief that our community is driven by The 3 T’s: Talent, Trends and Tastes; each of us represents one or more of these wonderful attributes.

Your presence is an honor to be one of the attendees, as a truly gifted Talent, Trend, and Taste of New York City’s beautiful culture. Joining us at this exciting mixer, will grant you access to all varieties of people who are searching to reach, as are you. This is a great opportunity for pitching your brand to others there for similar purposes. With live music blanketing over the mood of good company, allow our refreshments to sooth your expressive souls in the company of laughter, ideas, and possibilities.

We ask you bring your personality, charm, dancing shoes, and most importantly your business cards. Then start turning dreams into a reality by getting “On Deck” to bridge the gap from creative ideas to the next “big thing”.

A Red-Carpet Event: So Look your Sexiest Selves!

-All Guests can have pictures taken on the Red Carpet and a chance to appear in the second season of ‘On Deck!’

– Featuring Millennium Magazine, DreamQuest Entertainment, BBR Productions and wardrobe provided by Doien.

– Live music from Ula Ruth, Alexis Cunningham and You,Me,The sea.

– Special Guests: TV Personalities, Agents, Casting Directors and Producers.

– All for only $12 for Advance Tickets, so BUY Now at:
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(A limited number of tickets available at the door for $15)

EVENT DETAILS:
Saturday, May 18th

Katra Film Series @ 217 Bowery St. (between Rivington & Prince Sts.)

2 for 1 drink specials from 7p-8pm!

$12 advance online ticket sales
(includes red carpet walk, 2 for 1 drink specials, free goodie bags, raffle drawing and after party)
$15 at the door
(includes red carpet walk, 2 for 1 drink specials, free goodie bags, raffle drawing and after party)

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