The CamboFest Story (Part 1) - "Tales of Raw Cinema Pow
The CamboFest Story (Part 1) - "Tales of Raw Cinema Pow
:: The Triumphs, Trials, Intrigue and Challenges in Producing a Movie Festival in Cambodia ::
*** The CAMBOFEST Story (Part 1) ***
Now online at: http://bloggeradocamerado.blogspot.com/ ... art-1.html
"Tales of Raw Cinema Power"
*** The CAMBOFEST Story (Part 1) ***
Now online at: http://bloggeradocamerado.blogspot.com/ ... art-1.html
"Tales of Raw Cinema Power"
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Hey there,
What a fantastic read. Sadly, it was the first time i'd heard about the festival, otherwise I'd have been there to support.
I know there are always extra hurdles here when setting up any kind of venture in Scambodia, but to have your 'fellow countrymen' or at least fellow barangs set out to ruin you is completely fucked. You have my upmost respect for persevering and seeing it through.
Congratulations on your achievement and see you next year at Cambofest.
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What a fantastic read. Sadly, it was the first time i'd heard about the festival, otherwise I'd have been there to support.
I know there are always extra hurdles here when setting up any kind of venture in Scambodia, but to have your 'fellow countrymen' or at least fellow barangs set out to ruin you is completely fucked. You have my upmost respect for persevering and seeing it through.
Congratulations on your achievement and see you next year at Cambofest.
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Jason;
so sorry about this.
Hows the job hunting going in Bangkok? If u have time give me a call.
so sorry about this.
Hows the job hunting going in Bangkok? If u have time give me a call.
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Great story, good job on your part to tilt at that windmill and even manage to get a glancing blow on a giant after all.camerado wrote:*** The CAMBOFEST Story (Part 1) ***
"Tales of Raw Cinema Power"
But yes, whichever wankers were trying to sabotage it should surely be outed for the first class a-holes they are. I have my suspicions based on your story as to who they are, but there is likely more than just one small group, no?
[quote="Phuket2006"]Jason;
so sorry about this.
Hows the job hunting going in Bangkok? If u have time give me a call.[/quote]
Thanks, but no need to be sorry dude, was still a magic event nonetheless - am more sorry for the bad rap they've needlessly created for Cambodia in the int'l movie scene.
Of course, if anyone gets some info that may be actionable, pls lay it on me - will include (if verifiable) in Part 2...and feel free to act upon said info autonomously, if you so desire ;)
Now peddling the incredible content these boneheads have gifted us with to various mags and publishers - hopefully they'll snap up Part 2, which deals with the meatiest part of the intrigue.
Am still in PP -a bit longer - phasing out FT for now at least, but will be back to do future CFEST events with my Cambo mates here - hope to see you all there!
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so sorry about this.
Hows the job hunting going in Bangkok? If u have time give me a call.[/quote]
Thanks, but no need to be sorry dude, was still a magic event nonetheless - am more sorry for the bad rap they've needlessly created for Cambodia in the int'l movie scene.
Of course, if anyone gets some info that may be actionable, pls lay it on me - will include (if verifiable) in Part 2...and feel free to act upon said info autonomously, if you so desire ;)
Now peddling the incredible content these boneheads have gifted us with to various mags and publishers - hopefully they'll snap up Part 2, which deals with the meatiest part of the intrigue.
Am still in PP -a bit longer - phasing out FT for now at least, but will be back to do future CFEST events with my Cambo mates here - hope to see you all there!
((( See You All Later )))
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Interesting story , and congratulations on 2009 festival! I look forward to Part two to identify those responsible for the sabotage attempt. You covered so much detail in Pt one I am not sure who is part of this neo-colonist conspiracy.
Allan? Radio Active Anne? The Phnom Pehn Post?, Meta House?, The Flicks?, Expat Advisory? Even I know or have met on several occasions people from above list with exception of Allan. But its due to six degrees of separation rather than a web of conspiracy.
I don't believe the PPP could have given you information as to who placed the hoax free classified even if they knew from a liability POV. But they were possibly lax that they didn't warn classified staff to check anything relating to Cambofest
Allan? Radio Active Anne? The Phnom Pehn Post?, Meta House?, The Flicks?, Expat Advisory? Even I know or have met on several occasions people from above list with exception of Allan. But its due to six degrees of separation rather than a web of conspiracy.
I don't believe the PPP could have given you information as to who placed the hoax free classified even if they knew from a liability POV. But they were possibly lax that they didn't warn classified staff to check anything relating to Cambofest
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Thanks for the read. I knew nothing about the cancellations, I just couldnt make it down to Kampot that week. Could you please explain WHY these people were trying to sabotage the event? I just cant see a person or group going that far into destroying this innocent film festival without having a gigantic grudge or motive against you or your group. Can anyone help me out here?
There will be a 4th Edition of CamboFest - just want to make sure we have the majority of the budget in place before undertaking again.
It's already a tough enough environment to recoup costs via exhibition - as most fests do in other countries.
But, as can be seen in the blog, it's not viable in my view to bank upon recouping any significant portion of the budget through ticket sales for a bunch of different reasons - the interference being the least anticipated of them all.
So - when we assemble enough sponsorship, will do again (aiming for this to happen in 2010 to keep the tradition properly alive).
...May also involve other components besides film screenings, too.
It's already a tough enough environment to recoup costs via exhibition - as most fests do in other countries.
But, as can be seen in the blog, it's not viable in my view to bank upon recouping any significant portion of the budget through ticket sales for a bunch of different reasons - the interference being the least anticipated of them all.
So - when we assemble enough sponsorship, will do again (aiming for this to happen in 2010 to keep the tradition properly alive).
...May also involve other components besides film screenings, too.
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