Some early buzz at the Virginia Film Fest, which in a month has received more submissions (130 films, since they’re now accepting short ones) than it did during last year’s submission period altogether, says associate programmer Wesley Harris. They’ll be accepting submissions—free, by the way, for Virginia residents—through September 8.
Also on deck: the fest will unveil a new logo next month that won’t change each year, since, you’ll recall, they’ve done away with the theme. More precious deetz as we approach the November 4-7 dates. Check back here for more after the August 16 announcement at the Paramount, to precede a screening of This is Spinal Tap.
Will the logo be designed to the right proportions? More below.
Another brief note: Dylan Mulshine (of Rhythm Bandit and the Richmond- and Charlottesville-based music blog Witchmond) is attempting to throw a local music festival on September 18-19 at the Southern. No word on who’s been confirmed to play yet, but check out this page for details.