SHOCKERFEST 2005 recap

It was a great festival, with unexpected guests, excellent movies, and lots of fun and excitement. Watch for the creation of the 2005 photo gallery.

LATEST FESTIVAL NEWS:

AWARD WINNERS POSTED. See the complete list by clicking HERE!!

I have just been informed (9-22-2005) that due to ill health, STEVE WOZNIAK will not be able to attend ShockerFest. He extends his regrets and best wishes for everyone to have a good time.

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On the Positive Side - I have been informed that Steven Williams, co-star of GRAVES END, known for such roles as "X" on the X-Files and as the Captain on 21 Jump Street (and a lot in between), will be attending the ShockerFest International Film Festival and will also be in attendance at the Fireside Foundation Dinner with the Stars.

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1953's WAR OF THE WORLDS is Saturday night FEATURED PRESENTATION!
Co-star ANN ROBINSON will be in attendance for Question and Answer sessions before AND after the film. Don't miss this. Included in your $20.00 Saturday ticket.

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IT IS OFFICI ALl!!!!!
There will be a SPECIAL EARLY BIRD SCREENING of Tim Burton's THE CORPSE BRIDE on Thursday, September 22, 2005 at the Brenden Theatres, Modesto. Screening will begin at 8:00 pm. Tickets will be $20.00 and will include a courtesy soft drink and popcorn. Tickets can be ordered online HERE, at the Brenden Theatre, Modesto, or through the Modesto Convention and Visitors Bureau, corner 9th and L. St., Modesto.

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I have just been informed by the makers of GRAVES END (which will screen at ShockerFest on Saturday at 7:00 pm) that stars STEVEN WILLIAMS (X Files, 21 Jump Street) and DANIEL ROEBUCK (The Devil's Rejects, Cody Banks Secret Agent) will be in attendance at the Festival.

Watch this space for the latest Festival news.

ANN ROBINSON - Star of 1953 WAR OF THE WORLDS to be receive LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at Fireside Foundation's Dinner with the Stars.

Considered by many as the "greatest science fiction film of the 1950s" WAR OF THE WORLDS is one of those films that is not only a classic in its own right, but has been responsible for the "creation" of many of the genre films that came after it.

As a young actress of 17-18 years of age, Miss Robinson created a character that has become near iconic in the genre. Although she made films before and after, she will forever be known for that role and that film.

Miss Robinson, still an active actress seen recently in the Steven Spielberg version of War of the Worlds, will receive the Fireside Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award at the “Dinner with the Stars,” to be held at the Legends Cafe, 500 N. Carpenter Road, on September 23, 2005.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with a no host cocktail hour and silent auction. Dinner featuring Roast Baron of Beef, Chicken Marsala and Vegetable Lasagna will begin at 7:00 pm. Seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased at the Modesto Convention and Visitors Bureau office at 9th and L St., Modesto or online at www.FiresideFoundation.com or www.ShockerFest.com.

Ticket prices: $50.00 advance or $75.00 at the door. Full table reservation (guaranteed seating for 8) - $500.00.

STEVE WOZNIAK - co-Inventor of the personal computer and co-founder of Apple Computer Company to be honored at Fireside Foundation's Dinner with the Stars.

Named as one of the 10 most significant achievements in scientific history, the development of the personal computer, with its subsequent advances and refinements, has made it possible for the “average Joe” to become a “movie mogul.” Steve Wozniak, and co-founder Steve Jobs, are credited with the development of the first truly personal computer, and the creation of Apple Computer. Plus the MacIntosh computer is a standard for many in the film editing field.
For his hard work, creativity and the impact that this invention has had on society in general, Mr. Wozniak has been honored by many different organizations. The Fireside Foundation will honor him specifically for his contribution to independent film. Mr. Wozniak will receive the second Fireside Foundation Technical Contribution to Film Award at the “Dinner with the Stars,” to be held at the Legends Cafe, 500 N. Carpenter Road, on September 23, 2005. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with a no host cocktail hour and silent auction. Dinner featuring Roast Baron of Beef, Chicken Marsala and Vegetable Lasagna will begin at 7:00 pm. Seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased at the Modesto Convention and Visitors Bureau office at 9th and L St., Modesto or online at www.FiresideFoundation.com or www.ShockerFest.com.
Ticket prices: $50.00 advance or $75.00 at the door. Full table reservation (guaranteed seating for 8) - $500.00.

MELANEE WYATT - Creator, Choreographer and Director of YES COMPANY to be honored at Fireside Foundation's Dinner with the Stars.

Involved with YES COMPANY (Youth Entertainment and Stage Company) since its inception 15 years ago, Melanee Wyatt has been called upon to perform nearly every role that can be imagined in the production of a Broadway stage presentation. From selecting the material to casting the performers, from blocking the performance to choreographing the routines, from finding the props (or building them) to designing and creating the costumes (and finding volunteers to help) Wyatt has been at the center of YES Company. She has been called upon by other cities to come and teach them how to develop their own programs. Miss Wyatt will receive the inaugural Fireside Foundation Contribution to the Arts Award as the Dinner with the Stars to be held at the Legends Cafe, 500 N. Carpenter Road, on September 23, 2005. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.with a no host cocktail hour and silent auction. Dinner featuring Roast Baron of Beef, Chicken Marsala and Vegetable Lasagna will begin at 7:00 pm. Seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased at the Modesto Convention and Visitors Bureau office at 9th and L St., Modesto or online at www.FiresideFoundation.com orwww.ShockerFest.com or watch for an invitation in the mail. Ticket prices: $50.00 advance or $75.00 at the door. Full table reservation (guaranteed seating for 8) - $500.00.

DIGITAL HOTCAKES Award to be presented at SHOCKERFEST 2005.

Known as an industry leader in digital backgrounds, DIGITAL HOTCAKES, has joined forces with the ShockerFest International Film festival to provide the Award for Best Digital Effects. The winner will receive the Digital Hotcakes' Grand Slam package, valued at $600.00.

ANIMATION MAGAZINE to sponsor ShockerFest International Film Festival.

ANIMATION MAGAZINE, the premier publication in the Animation industry, has joined with ShockerFest International Film Festival to co-sponsor the Animation division of the festival. In addition to providing prizes in conjunction with Fireside Foundation, Animation Magazine will be providing complimentary copies of their magazine to the first 200 or so attendees at the 2005 Festival.

FUJIFILM signs on as Sponsor.

Fuji Film has joined the ShockerFest International Film Festival and will be sponsoring the Fujifilm Award, an award of $2,500.00 in 16mm film stock to be given to the best entry shot originally on film. Thanks. Fujifilm.

2005 SHOCKERFEST FESTIVAL DATES

September 23-25, 2005

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
CLICK TO ORDER TICKETS

LEGENDS CAFE SIGNS ON TO HOST SHOCKERFEST 2005 DINNER WITH THE STARS, Friday, September 23, 2005.

A great location , great food and a great event are what is expected at the DINNER WITH THE STARS to be held at the spacious LEGENDS CAFE ballroom. Site of several annual events, including an outstanding Mother's Day brunch, LEGENDS CAFE is locally owned and operated and will be a SHOCKERFEST sponsor for the first time in 2005

WELCOME TO THE SHOCKERFEST FAMILY.

HAMPTON INNS AND SUITES SIGNS ON AS HOST HOTEL FOR SHOCKERFEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2005 .

The Hampton Inns and Suites, part of the HILTON HOTELS network, has joined the SHOCKERFEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL team, making their entire 70 SUITE hotel available, on a first come, first served basis, to participants and attendees as the 2005 SHOCKERFEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. In addition to providing outstanding accommodations and an excellent room rate, the Hampton is providing shuttle transportation to and from the hotel to the host theatre in downtown Modesto. The Hampton will also be the host location for our WRAP Party on Sunday night after the awards presentation. Because of the limitations on room availability, we recommend that you RESERVE YOUR ROOMS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and use our online reservation form.

WELCOME TO THE SHOCKERFEST FAMILY.

SHOCKERFEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2005 TO BE HELD AT BRENDEN THEATRES, MODESTO.

After intense negotiations, the BRENDEN THEATRE chain has become a location sponsor for Festival 2005. We will be utilizing their facilities for workshops, film screenings, and dealer/celebrity area. Utilization of this FIRST RUN, STATE OF THE ART theatre complex allows us to have not only DVD Digital projection, but access for 35mm projection as well. BIG SCREEN SHOWINGS FOR ALL FILMS. Make your plans now to be at ShockerFest 2005. You Won't Want To Miss It.!!

GUESTS START SIGNING IN.

NEW GUESTS
See Guests page for more info.

ROGER MORRISSEY - LIKE MIKE, XENA, WARRIOR PRINCESS, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, MEN IN BLACK 2, TALES OF THE MUMMY.

GABRIEL DAMON -- ROBO COP 2, LAND BEFORE TIME (voice of Little Foot), JOURNEY TO SPIRIT ISLAND.

IRWIN KEYES - HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES, INTOLERABLE CRUELTY, THE VAMPIRE HUNTERS CLUB, THE FLINTSTONES.,

HEIDI MARTINUZZI -- NIGHTWALKERS 2: A DEAD THING, SLAUGHTER PARTY, COME GET SOME MORE. WRITER FOR PRETTY SCARY, FILM THREAT, and more.)

CELESTE YARNALL -- EVE, THE VELVET VAMPIRE, BEAST OF BLOOD, and many more appearances on TV and in film.

MELANIE McCULLOUGH - DEADLY PREDATOR, CREATURE OF THE NIGHT and many more. Names Scream Queen of the month for September 2004 at ScreamQueens.com.

RETURNING "FAMILY"

BRINKE STEVENS

RICK GONZALEZ (returning for a second year)

ED MARTINEZ (also coming back for a second year)

DAN DECKER - Anatomy of a Screenplay

Have all confirmed early and plan to attend. Watch for announcement of more returning guests and our NEW ADDITIONS for Festival 2005.

Is there a guest you would like to see at ShockerFest 2005? Are you an entertainer/actor/actress/producer/director in the Science Fiction / Fantasy / Horror / Animation / Anime genres who would like to be part of ShockerFest 2005, the festival which has been referred to as the "Sundance of the Weird?" If so, contact Guests@ShockerFest.com

DISCLAIMER: All guests have confirmed and plan to be in attendance at this years ShockerFest International Film Festival. Appearances are contingent upon conflicts which may arise in scheduling related to film production, illness, etc., beyond the control of the Fireside Foundation.

Welcome our new ShockerFest International Film Festival sponsor, JUNGLE SOFTWARE, producers of GORILLA PRODUCTION SOFTWARE. Producing a movie doesn't have to be difficult! With Gorilla, all of your information can be stored in one place: Budgeting, scheduling, crew, cast, profit-sharing, editing notes, and even film festival submissions.
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Welcome our new ShockerFest International Film Festival sponsor, HOLLYWOOD SCRIPTWRITER MAGAZINE. As a co-sponsor OF the California Screenplay Competition (a part of the ShockerFest International Film Festival) each submitting screenwriter will receive a discount on subscription, all participating screenwriters and film makers will receive a sample copy of HOLLYWOOD SCREENWRITER magazine, and the CALIFORNIA SCREENPLAY COMPETITION finalists will each receive subscriptions to HOLLYWOOD SCREENWRITER. For more information on this great publication, visit the Hollywood Scriptwriter web site