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Our New Icon Cover Star Jordan Gooden

In our work with Jordan over the past year, we have developed a deep appreciation for the way he thinks about art and his approach to acting. What we have seen from Jordan is that he takes his time; he is all about the details when it comes to his craft. It is through his creative process he teaches these details to other people. He truly puts all of his heart and energy into each project he is a part of. Jordan has gained the recognition of political leaders, celebrities and curators across the world. In 2013 Jordan received the UNESCO World Heritage Award from the People’s Republic of China for his visual efforts and participation in the 2013 Zhangjiajie International Countries Music Festival. 2015 marked the year that Jordan was nominated out of 500,000 photographers, for not only one but two Global Exposure Awards in Photography. This was followed by an exclusively curated exhibition of his nominated visual series "The Paris Perspective" in the Louvre Museum in Paris. This award winning photographer, cinematographer, director and creative producer is organized, smart, and introspective. Make sure to watch our exclusive video interview, where you can observe his intelligence and grace as we discuss Jordan’s rise in the entertainment industry.

INTERVIEW BY Blaine Schlechter

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A new exciting conspiracy series Written, Produced and Directed by C.J Clayton.

The five leads in the show are: Kayden Boisclaire (Leo), Shelyse Cameron (Hex), Laine Gillies (Kayley), Nich Gulicz (Justice) and Shanelle Connell (Abby).

Also Produced by Rodney Grey, Executive Producer Alan MacFarlane, Line Producer CJay Boisclair, Consulting Producer Shafik Chernovsky, Co-Producer Alex Peterson, Series Producer Tatiana Turner, Associate Producer Alexander Patterson, Composer Roger Leaver. Cinematography C.J Clayton, Karl Heldt, Ethan Ribeiro. Costume Supervisor Trina Monroe-Panich. Steadicam Operator Cody Fofonoff, Special Effects Dan Popoff, Key Makeup Artist Priscilla Clayton, Actors; Scotty Larson (Luka, Tatiana Turner (Natasha), Danica Dreyer, Maia MacDonald, Jacob Gagne and many more.

Follow @SILKROADSERIES for more show updates on filming season one!

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PUBLIC SPEAKER, YOUTUBE INFLUENCER, WRITER AND ACTRESS

Hey, I’m Shanelle. An overly sarcastic 24 year old who is wildly enthusiastic about love, mental wellbeing and all things confidence building.

I recently graduated from UBC with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – mainly because I wanted to feel somewhat qualified to speak on behalf of the mental health related topics that I am passionate about. I currently reside in Canada’s wine country, the Okanagan. And I spend most of my days digitally designing websites and brands for fabulous clients and pursuing many of my creative passions.

In my earlier 20s (because I’m sooo much older now) I took on many different opportunities that have gotten me to where I am today. In 2017 I ran for Miss Universe Canada and placed top 20. Last year I opened up my first non-digital business, Beauty and the Bronze, a spray tanning & teeth whitening company. And I’ve had the pleasure of being a pubic ambassador for many causes that I’m extremely passionate about, such the Elizabeth Fry Society and Fight the New Drug. I’ve even in digital marketing after graduating with a diploma in graphic design from CATO.

However, as of late I’ve been focusing on an older pursuit and passion of mine – acting. I’ve had the blessing of being cast as leads in a couple of short films and a TV pilot. This was a dream of mine since I was 3 and I gave it up momentarily when I was 19. I didn’t want to continue with acting without pursing the love of the craft – and I’m happy to say… right now it’s giving me genuine joy. Luckily, this talent and love for performing doesn’t stop there! Other creative mediums such as art, video production and writing provides me with immense amounts of happiness.

When I’m not blogging for my website or others, producing youtube videos, acting, or on the gram… You will most likely find me watching a psychological thriller on Netflix, spending time with family (love you mom & dad), and actively pursing my faith in Christ. I try to keep as level headed as possible and the little things in life are the things that matter most. That… and I think I really funny is also something you should know.

But enough of my life story! I can’t wait to get to know YOU! If you haven’t yet, I hope you’ll connect with me here so we can stay in touch.

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The Pacific Screenwriting Program (PSP) is pleased to announce Writer/Producer/Director Robert Cooper as Showrunner for the 2020 Scripted Series Lab. Cooper will be a mentor to six up-and-coming BC-based screenwriters selected to participate in next year’s program starting in January 2020. With Cooper leading the story room, they will work together to develop his original series in the PSP’s flagship training program now in its second year. Combining real-world story room experience, mentorship, boot camps, workshops and information sessions, the program equips writers with the skills, experience and connections necessary to establish a sustainable career in the province’s dynamic screen industry. The Pacific Screenwriting Program is a collaboration between Netflix, CMPA, the Writer’s Guild of Canada and Creative BC.

“We are tremendously excited to welcome Robert Cooper as this year’s showrunner for the Scripted Series Lab. Rob has been a key member of the PSP community from the very outset and has demonstrated time and again his commitment to developing and mentoring upcoming screenwriters,” said Brian Hamilton, PSP Board Chair. “Rob’s track record creating and showrunning world-class television series speaks for itself. We are extremely fortunate to work with him as this year’s SSL showrunner.” Robert Cooper most recently created, wrote and directed episodes of CBC’s Unspeakable, following Canada’s tainted blood scandal. A lifelong dream project, the mini-series recently won the Leo Award for best dramatic series. Previously, he served as showrunner of Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency for BBC America, Netflix and AMC Studios, and is probably best known for having been showrunner of the record-breaking Stargate television franchise for MGM.

He co-created Stargate Atlantis and Stargate Universe and served as executive producer, writer, and director of multiple episodes of all three series and two DTV movies. Cooper has been nominated and won several awards for both writing and directing, including two Hugo nominations and a Canadian Writer’s Guild award for best dramatic screenplay. In 2009, he was presented with an Outstanding Achievement Award for contribution to the British Columbia television industry.

“It’s an amazing opportunity for me to develop an original idea with a room of eager, talented minds,” said Cooper. “Everyone involved with the PSP wants to see a more vibrant community of experienced screenwriters able to work and ultimately create home grown television series right here in BC. The passion for storytelling is clear in the applicants for this year’s program. I'm looking forward to us learning from each other.”

The Scripted Series Lab is a 15-week intensive training program providing support and career- advancement opportunities for active and aspiring screenwriters from across British Columbia, where they receive the necessary support to expand their portfolio and pursue opportunities in the evolving TV marketplace. Throughout the program, participants hone their craft, strengthen their collaboration and presentation skills, and obtain a deeper understanding of the global television industry and how to market themselves within it. As the Scripted Series Lab showrunner, Cooper will mentor the six selected participants within a real-world story room over 10 weeks, breaking stories and writing scripts for the original project he brings to the room and will subsequently be pitching to streamers and networks around the world.

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CSIF - BECOME A MEMBER

The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers exists to fuel filmmakers, support storytellers, and connect the cinematic community.

KATIE WACKETT Programming & Communications Director

Are you interested in accessing affordable film equipment, filmmaking workshops, and community activities? Then you should definitely think about joining the CSIF membership!

The membership policy of CSIF is intended to engage members who are willing to commit time and energy to the society in exchange for CSIF's commitment towards their individual film making endeavours.

As a member, you'll also receive perks and discounts from our community partners: The Camera Store, Matrix Video Communications, Niagara Custom Lab, Vistek, Calgary Cinematheque, Quickdraw Animation Society, Calgary Underground Film Festival, Fairytales Film Festival, Globe Cinema, Rosso Coffee Roasters, Shelf Life Books, and Frame Discreet.

OCT. 13, 2019 MEAT LOAF TELLS ALL AS AN ACTOR AND MUSICIAN. Q AND A IN CALGARY AT HEX HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL..

HE IS A TREND STARTER, AN AMAZING ACTOR AND SOUL! HE MAKES THE AUDIENCE LAUGH TIME AND TIME AGAIN WITH HIS TRUTH!

Known professionally as Meat Loaf, is an American rock singer and actor. He is noted for his powerful wide-ranging operatic voice and theatrical live shows.

His Bat Out of Hell trilogy of albums—Bat Out of Hell, Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell, and Bat Out of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose—have sold more than 50 million albums worldwide. More than 40 years after its release, Bat Out of Hell still sells an estimated 200,000 copies annually and stayed on the charts for over nine years, making it one of the best selling albums in history.

After the commercial success of Bat Out of Hell and Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell and earning a Grammy Award for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance for the song "I'd Do Anything for Love", Meat Loaf experienced some difficulty establishing a steady career within the United States.

However, he has retained iconic status and popularity in Europe, especially the United Kingdom, where he received the 1994 Brit Award for best-selling album and single, appeared in the 1997 film Spice World, and ranks 23rd for the number of weeks spent on the UK charts as of 2006. He ranked 96th on VH1's "100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock". He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with worldwide sales of more than 80 million records. He has also appeared in over 50 movies and television shows, sometimes as himself or as characters resembling his stage persona. His most notable roles include Eddie in The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) and Robert "Bob" Paulson in Fight Club (1999).

COURTESY OF HEX CALGARY

LIVE OFF THE FLOOR RECORDING

ART WORK AND INTERVIEW BY CHRIS. W TUTTY

Hi guys. I'm with rodeo royalty, right? It’s your buddy Chris Tutty, and I am here interviewing none other than Jason Glass. Now, I have been a fan of this guy for probably 25 years at least it seems like. I mean, the first time, uh, I came down here with, uh, Sheldon Kennedy and I mean, things were a lot different back then, man.

Like, I think we drove up in the Envoy and they let us park arrayed on the Gates. Uh. I'm just wondering how our things changed since that has changed a lot.

You know, I've been here for 48 years since I was born, and, uh, you know, it's a, it's a whole different world back here. It's a, you know, it's a lot more of a business.

Jason: Um, everyone used to have, I would say everyone still has fun, but it's, uh, it's not the party it used to be. You know, we put a lot of time and effort and money into race and wagons and, uh, taking care of horses as best we can. So it's changed a bunch. I think that both of us have grown up a little bit more, you than me, for sure.

Chris: You got the wife and the lovely kids twins too, as well.

Jason: Yeah. No, things have changed in my life too. I've got way more control over my life and, uh, you know, I've got a great family, uh, two twins that are eight years old and the beautiful wife. Brianne, so it's a, I live in a beautiful world. No, absolutely. I mean, like I said, the good old days, there was big campfires down here.

Brandon Rhiness is a screenwriter and director from Edmonton, Canada. He also writes and publishes comic books and graphic novels through Higher Universe Comics, a company he co-founded.

Brandon has written in various genres and mediums including film, TV, reality and web series. He grew up in Wetaskiwin, Alberta and now lives in Edmonton. He is now working on his feature Grotesque Movie.

https://www.facebook.com/thehigheruniversecomics/

Read his article!

https://www.imherewithmag.com/post/brandon-rhiness-rising-edmonton-filmmaker

Photo by Kristin Zabos

Young and the Restless Star Josh Morrow interview with long time friend and old cast mate Chris. W Tutty!

Joshua Morrow was born on February 8, 1974 in Juneau, Alaska, USA as Joshua Jacob Morrow. He is an actor, known for The Young and the Restless (1973), Parker (2013) and Golden Shoes (2015). He has been married to Tobe Keeney since August 4, 2001. They have four children.

Trivia

Majored in communications with a minor in theater at Moorpark College in California

Second son, Crew James was born 27 May 2005.

Admits with pride that he is a life long Star Wars fan and has mentioned Han Solo is his favorite character.

Joshua and his wife Tobe are expecting their third child together in April 2008. It will be a third son.

Joshua and his wife Tobe welcomed a baby girl Charlie Jo on October 30th, 2012. Josh has tweeted a picture of the little one. Charlie is the first daughter to be born. She has three older brothers. [October 2012]

Courtsy of Chris W. Tutty

STARRING & CREATED BY QUINTON BARR

Blue Flame is a powerful Canadian, Mystical Sci-fi T.V. series about Warlocks living among the normal and a fight to save a protected sanctuary.

The indie Vancouver based pilot episode aired in September, 2019 and has had over 22k views off facebook! The show is on Amazon Prime Video USA and UK and keep tuned for more release announcements.

The show was nominated for a Joey Award just days after it's premiere and has had a lot of online media already!

https://www.facebook.com/QBEFilmsBlueFlame/