Title: Upstate Independents January 2010 meeting agenda: A New Decade
Description: January 2010 UI meeting agenda
Location: WAMC’s The Linda Performing Arts Sutdio – Albany,NY

I. Announcements: Happy New Year!!!

II. Film Screening with Q & A:

Join U.I. as we kick off the 2010 the right way – with more films made by Upstate Independents!

A.) Román R. Jáquez – producer & director: AWAY IN A MANGER

SYNOPSIS: “Away in a Manger” is about the magical and mysterious tale of Christmas that blends both ancient celebrations and modern day family traditions.

When Abby, an ordinary school girl, calls in to a live radio talk show, the town is challenged by her to think about the true meaning of Christmas. After the live radio broadcast of “Monday Morning Mayhem with the Mayor”, something truly extraordinary happens to the people of Gulluver City. This Christmas, the words of a child will inspire an entire community to share the joy of celebrating the birth of Christ.

Running Time: approximately 23 minutes with closing credits.
More info about Román R. Jáquez can be found at www.romanjaquez.com

B.) John Holser – Director of Photography: HOME FOR WOMEN- FIRST TRIMESTER DIVISION

Film Director Leigh Withers will also be present.

SYNOPSIS: Struggling against forced “gestation” and mandated adoption, an incredulous woman dealing with an unwanted pregnancy defies her captors by choosing a dark route of escape from the HOME FOR WOMEN- FIRST TRIMESTER DIVISION.

Running Time: approximately 13 Minutes

III. 15-minute Networking Break

IV. Guest Speaker-of-the-Month: Upstate Independents President – Actor/Writer/Producer/Director Kevin Craig West

Join us as we learn about the latest and greatest for the 2010 Year at Upstate Independents – direct from our President’s mouth! There will be a Q & A session with the audience after his presentation.

Start Time: 06:30 p.m.
Date: 2010-01-05
End Time: 09:00 p.m.