LIBRARY OF LOVE takes New York!
Production still from LIBRARY OF LOVE featuring Isabelle (Trilby Glover) reads a romance...
Production still from LIBRARY OF LOVE featuring Isabelle (Trilby Glover) reads a romance novel. Photo by Ian and Erick.
LIBRARY OF LOVE takes New York!
LIBRARY OF LOVE Co-Directors Miranda and Khrob Edmonds attended the second Australian International Screen Forum in New York City over three days in March 2019.
The Screen Forum, brainchild of ex-pat Aussies Chris and Francesca Beale, aims to promote the screen arts by exhibiting Australian films and connecting Australian film, television and digital screen producers and screen talent to U.S. film, television and digital producers and distributors.
Co-Directors Miranda and Khrob Edmonds at the 2019 Australian International Screen Forum in New York City.
The pair were there by invitation to present their short film LIBRARY OF LOVE before the New York premiere of LADIES IN BLACK.
Miranda said the film was well received: “We had a wonderful introduction from Forum Chairman Chris Beale who mentioned to the audience how much Richard Linklater enjoyed the film when he saw it, which was a nice touch. The film received a very warm reception and was a great platform for people to see our work.”
“It’s not every day you get invited to screen with Bruce Beresford. We were very honoured,” said Khrob.
The three-day Screen Forum is made up of panels, Q&As and screenings and featured speakers including Jason Blum and Bruna Papandrea.
“The speakers were world class and we came away with some valuable information both in terms of practical filmmaking and trends in the market. There is a strong interest from US producers to be collaborating with Australians, it’s an exciting time. I would highly recommend any WA filmmakers to attend,” said Miranda.
After the New York screening and a great festival run, including its world premiere at the Palm Springs International Shortsfest, LIBRARY OF LOVE had its online premiere the same week.
Producer Estelle Buzzard said: “It’s wonderful to finally have the film online to share with all our amazing cast and crew and the wider lovers of musicals.”
“Librarians have also been quick to jump on board sharing the film with their members – the world of books is still very much alive and passionate,” said Producer Maya Kavanagh.
About LIBRARY OF LOVE
LIBRARY OF LOVE tells the story of Isabelle (Trilby Glover) – a librarian and hopeless romantic, who spends her days reading romance novels and dreaming of true love. But in order to find it, she must first learn a valuable lesson about herself.
Production still from LIBRARY OF LOVE featuring Isabelle (Trilby Glover) dreams of true love. Photo by Ian and Erick.
The film stars:
- LA-based Perth actress Trilby Glover (SCREAM QUEENS)
- Logie-nominee Ben Mortley (MCLEOD’S DAUGHTERS, DRIFT)
- Ian Brennan, the Emmy and Golden Globe winning creator of the hit US television series, GLEE and SCREAM QUEENS, plus
- WA actors Alinta Carroll, Elwyn Edwards, Jess Phillippi and Taryn Ryan.
The team successfully raised $21,360 from more than 100 contributors through a crowdfunding campaign, which was further supported by an additional $10,000 from Creative Partnerships Australia as part of their MATCH program.
The film’s Executive Producers include AFI-award winning actress Emma Booth (HOUNDS OF LOVE) and comedian and songwriter Tim Minchin (MATILDA: THE MUSICAL).
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