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Year-End Media Mixer at Music Box, Dec 12
The GCFC will host the last Media Mixer of the year at Music Box on Thursday, December 12th from 6 – 9 pm. Join the Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) for our Year-End Media Mixer! GCFC Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to learn about the latest local...
Picturehouse 411 Virtual Q&A Series with Filmmakers
Virtual talks and personal stories from iconic movies every month! Picturehouse 441 is a series dedicated to connecting film lovers across the country with some of the greatest movies of all time on a more personal level. Join top filmmakers in live virtual Q&As as they answer your burning questions about the films you love....
Grog Shop Midnight Rental’s Secret Movie, October 23
Midnight Rental LIVE at Grog Shop with your host Lenora! Hosted by Lenora from the internet hit series Midnight Rental which streams exclusively on The Found Footage Festival YouTube channel, Midnight Rental movie nights bring you the best in VHS horror, thriller, and campy classics… never meant for the big screen! Come enjoy a movie...
Careers in Film Week Q&A with GCFC Production Coordinator Mike Wendt (05/09/2024)
Want to start your career in the Cleveland Film industry? For Careers In Film, GCFC Production Coordinator Mike Wendt held a Q&A on Thursday, May 9th on Facebook LIVE with an overview of the local film and media production industry. Watch a recording below!
GCFC FanExpo Cleveland Panel (04/13/2024)
Thank you to everyone who attended our special movie location-themed panel at FanExpo Cleveland on Saturday, April 13th. Panel Name: Movies: Cleveland Take the Leading Role Panel Summary: Why does Hollywood love to film in Northeast Ohio? Locations, locations, locations! From skyscrapers to small towns, beachfront to backwoods, Cleveland has the unique ability to transform...
GCFC Partnering with CIFF48 for film ‘UNSPOKEN’ (04/04/2024)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was honored to be a Community Partner with the CIFF48 film UNSPOKEN. The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was a proud Community Partner of the film UNSPOKEN, featured as part of the 48th annual Cleveland International Fim Festival. ABOUT THE FILM Closeted Orthodox high school senior Noam (Charlie Korman) is reeling...
Spring Media Mixer at Goldhorn Brewery (03/27/2024)
The GCFC Spring Media Mixer was at Goldhorn Brewery on Wednesday, March 27th. Thank you to everyone who attended our first Media Mixer of 2024. We had the largest turnout EVER for a Mixer, with over 500 people in attendance! GCFC Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to...
Film Forward Documentary Spotlight, Featuring “Reverse RideAlong” (02/10/2024)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) Film Forward Documentary Spotlight showcased the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion through film during its third annual documentary spotlight on Saturday, February 10th at Tri-C Metropolitan Campus. The event featured the locally produced film, “Reverse RideAlong”. Presented by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland,...
Year-End Media Mixer (12/14/2023)
Thank you to everyone who attended the GCFC Year-End Media Mixer on Thursday, December 14th at Music Box Supper Club! Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to learn about the latest local film industry news, job and training opportunities, and get to know the GCFC and the resources...
Behind the Camera: “A Christmas Story” Official 40th Anniversary (11/10/2023 – 11/12/2023)
For the first time ever since making “A Christmas Story”…RALPHIE COMES HOME! The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) was proud to host the BIGGEST cast reunion ever of “A Christmas Story” at Behind the Camera: “A Christmas Story” Official 40th Anniversary November 10th – 12th, 2023 at Cleveland Public Auditorium. Attendees heard behind-the-scenes stories from...
Careers in Film Workshop: Art Department (09/23/23)
Careers In Film Art Department Workshop, featuring Art Director Geza Kassai. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Greater Cleveland Film Commission, IATSE Local 209 (Crew Union), and the Cleveland Institute of Art Careers In Film Workshop: Art Department, featuring Art Director Geza Kassai (JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH, WHITE BOY RICK, I SEE...
GCFC Fall Media Mixer 2023 (09/20/23)
The GCFC Fall Media Mixer was held on Wednesday, September 20th at McCarthy’s Downtown! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Fall Media Mixer at McCarthy’s Downtown on September 20th! Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to learn about the latest local film industry news, job...
GCUFF Panel: Inside the Industry with Peter Lawson Jones & Lowell Perry Jr. (09/15/23)
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival hosted a special panel, Inside the Industry with Peter Lawson Jones and Lowell Perry Jr. on Friday, September 15th. From the heights to Harvard to Hollywood… This exciting in-person event featured an up-close-and-personal conversation with Shakerite, lawyer, former elected official, playwright, thespian, and star of the blockbuster film, “A Man...
GCFC Summer Media Mixer 2023 (07/19/2023)
The GCFC Summer Media Mixer was held on Wednesday, July 19th at the Music Box Supper Club! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Summer Media Mixer at Music Box Supper Club on July 19th! Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to learn about upcoming productions...
SPRING MEDIA MIXER AT MCCARTHY’S DOWNTOWN (04/27/2023)
The GCFC Spring Media Mixer was held on Thursday, April 27th at McCarthy’s Downtown. Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Media Mixer of the year at McCarthy’s Downtown on April 27th! Thanks to you, this was one of the biggest and best mixers we’ve ever hosted. Media Mixers are FREE networking...
GCFC Associate Board Happy Hour at MELT Bar & Grilled Independence (04/20/2023)
The GCFC Associate Board held a special Happy Hour at MELT Bar & Grilled – Independence on Thursday, April 20th from 6 – 7 pm! Thank you to everyone who joined the GCFC Associate Board to learn about being a part of the exciting things the Greater Cleveland Film Commission is doing to create film...
FanExpo Cleveland (03/25/2023)
Three Days of Ultimate Fandom • March 24 – 26 Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland Thank you to everyone who joined GCFC Production Coordinator Mike Wendt at FanExpo as he hosted a special Cleveland Film Location panel and served as a FanExpo Panel moderator! MOVIES: CLEVELAND TAKES THE LEADING ROLE Why does Hollywood love to...
2023 Award Season Raffle (03/16/2023)
The annual GCFC Award Season Raffle is now closed. Thank you for supporting our mission with your raffle ticket purchase! And this year’s winners are… As a 501(c)3 organization, the GCFC relies heavily on donations, proceeds from this raffle will help the GCFC support our education programs and empower us to continue to build a strong,...
Production Assistant Workshop for Underrepresented Communities & Military Veterans (02/04/2023)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) and Carol & Bruce Oppenheim partnered with the Sadler Institute, The Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans in Media and Entertainment (VME), and Cleveland Black Film House to host our Production Assistant Workshop exclusively for members of underrepresented communities and military veterans on Saturday, February 4th at Mt. Zion...
GCFC Production Assistant Workshop (01/28/2023)
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our exclusive Production Assistant Workshop on Saturday, January 28, 2023! Led by Cleveland Native and Unit Production Manager / DGA First Assistant Director Mikki Ziska (The Americans, Orange Is The New Black, Elementary, 30 Rock and more), attendees learned how to get their start in the film industry as a Production Assistant...
GCFC Year-End Media Mixer (12/15/2023)
Thank you for joining us! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the last Media Mixer of 2022. Stay tuned for the announcement of our Spring Media Mixer date. Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to network with each other, learn what’s filming in Northeast Ohio, and...
Platform Beer Co. Non-Profit Tuesday Supporting GCFC (12/06/22)
Thank you to everyone who joined the Greater Cleveland Film Commission Associate Board at Non-Profit Tuesday at Platform Beer Co.! $1 from every beer sold was donated to the GCFC and will help fund education programs like our high school FilmSkills training course.
Behind the Camera Student Event (10/21/2022)
As a part of our special Behind the Camera events on October 21st, we were honored to have award-winning writer / executive producer / showrunner Dan O’Shannon join us for a special student event at Cuyahoga Community College. The Greater Cleveland Film Commission hosted a free special event for Northeast Ohio high school and college students...
Behind the Camera, with Special Guest Dan O’Shannon (10/21/2022)
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Behind the Camera, starring Dan O’Shannon, award-winning screenwriter of Cheers, Frasier, Modern Family and more! The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was excited to host award-winning writer and producer Dan O’Shannon for the return of its signature Behind the Camera event on Friday, October 21st, 2022. Dan O’Shannon,...
Fall Media Mixer at Pioneer Cleveland (10/12/2022)
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Fall Media Mixer at the new Pioneer Cleveland! Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to network with each other, learn what’s filming in Northeast Ohio, and what’s new for the GCFC. Attendees are encouraged to meet new people and...
DEI Documentary Spotlight, featuring ‘The Shadow Between Us’ (09/21/2022)
Thank you to everyone who joined Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) as we hosted our 2nd Annual DEI Documentary Spotlight series, featuring the film The Shadow Between Us, presented by Legacy Capital Partners. The DEI Documentary Spotlight series is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Special thanks...
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival & Panel (09/17/2022)
The Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival showcased independent Black films from the brightest minds in filmmaking during this year’s festival from September 15 – 23. GCFC and GCUFF were honored to present an exclusive panel with local film professionals. THE MOVIE BIZ IN THE CLE: MOVIE JOBS & MOVIE MONEY Saturday, September 17th 2:30 pm –...
GCFC Summer Media Mixer (07/20/2022)
Thank you for joining us for the GCFC Summer Media Mixer! Thank you to everyone who attended our summer mixer! Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to network with each other, and learn what’s filming in Northeast Ohio, and what’s new for the GCFC. Attendees are encouraged to...
JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION Opening Night Screening (06/09/2022)
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our exclusive opening night screening of JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION! Presented by our “T. Rex” Sponsors With special thanks to our “Raptor” Sponsor Dinosaur photo opportunity courtesy of The Greater Cleveland Film Commission is the only 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to...
GCFC at FAN EXPO Cleveland, Formerly Wizard World (05/01/2022)
We want to thank everyone who visited our booth and attended our two panels at FAN EXPO Cleveland! It was great to see so many familiar faces and make some new friends too. Check out some of our best red carpet moments from the weekend, and a look at our panels! GCFC PANELS: THE MOVIE BIZ IN...
GCFC D.E.I. Program Spotlight: “Silent Partner” Short Film (04/07/2022)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was proud to be the Community Partner of the short film SILENT PARTNER at the 46th Annual Cleveland International Film Festival! Northeast Ohio native Roderick Lawrence is SILENT PARTNER’s creator, producer and lead actor. Learn more about SILENT PARTNER at silentpartner-film.com and blackmanfilms.com. Follow on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. ...
GCFC Spring Media Mixer (04/07/22)
Thank you to everyone who attended the GCFC Spring Media Mixer! The GCFC was excited to host the first Media Mixer of the year at Music Box Supper Club. Mixer attendees got to hear the latest updates regarding the Cleveland Film industry, including what’s filming next and how to get more involved with the work...
International Women’s Day Summit 2022 (03/05/2022)
HERstory: Celebrating the power of women’s voices in law, film, and beyond. The GCFC was honored to help present and celebrate #InternationalWomensDay today at the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association‘s International Women’s Day Summit! This year’s theme was #BreaktheBias and focuses on HERStory: Celebrating the power of women’s voices in law, film, and beyond. Be sure...
Chagrin Documentary Film Festival Encore Series 2023
The Chagrin Documentary Film Festival Encore Series is back! This is your chance to stream films from the 13th annual CDFF that you may have missed or want to see again. From January 2 – March 31, 2023, you can stream select documentary films from the 2022 festival from the comforts of home. This Encore...
GCFC PRODUCTION ASSISTANT WORKSHOP (01/29/2022)
Thank you to everyone who attended our Production Assistant Workshop! This workshop was one of the largest workshops we’ve ever hosted. We were very excited to be able to present this intro into the film industry and get locals ready to work on the next #ClevelandFilm. Special thank you to our panel guests, Production Manager...
GCFC Year End Media Mixer (12/16/21)
Join us for our Year End Media Mixer! December 16th, 6:00-9:00PM Market Garden Brewpub & Restaurant 1947 West 25th Street, Cleveland, Ohio, 44113 Instagram – Facebook – Twitter Come hear the latest updates for all things #ClevelandFilm! Media Mixers are FREE networking events that allow current and aspiring film professionals to network...
GCFC Associate Board Halloween Party (10/28/21)
Thank you to everyone who joined the GCFC and the GCFC Associate Board for a Halloween Party supporting #FilmInCLE, presented by Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group! The GCFC Associate Board was excited to host a Halloween Party at the Music Box Supper Club on Thursday, October 28th from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, presented by Gold...
CMBA & GCFC Present Hollywood Spotlight: A candid conversation with Emily Mortimer, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and mother (10/26/21)
The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (CMBA) and the Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) was honored to present Hollywood Spotlight: A Candid Conversation with Emily Mortimer, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and mother. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an informal discussion about Emily Mortimer’s extensive career, her journey into positions of power and what...
GCFC Presents: ‘Caesar The Musical’ Screening (10/24/21)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) was honored to present Caesar The Musical, the story of the assassination of Julius Caesar…told in concert. It took writer and composer, Mike Petrone, ten years to write the stage play, COVID-19 led to a radio broadcast in New York City, which led him to creating the new movie during...
MIXED Cleveland Premiere & Community Conversations (10/05/21)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) was honored to host American University professors and documentarians Caty Borum Chattoo and Northeast Ohio-native Leena Jayaswal for the MIXED Cleveland Premiere & Community Conversations around their new documentary, presented by Legacy Capital Partners and Medical Mutual. MIXED Documentary is a presentation of the Center for Asian American Media...
GCFC Summer Media Mixer (08/11/21)
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the first in-person Media Mixer of 2021! The GCFC was excited to host the first in-person Media Mixer in over a year. We have missed seeing our local film community face-to-face, and were happy to be able to “mix” in person again. Mixer attendees got to meet...
Behind the Story with the Filmmakers of “Draft Day”, moderated by Tony Rizzo (04/22/21)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) celebrated the 2021 NFL Draft in Cleveland with a very special event Behind the Story with the Filmmakers of “Draft Day”, presented by Sequoia Financial Group! Oscar®-nominated director and producer Ivan Reitman – the creative force behind beloved films like Animal House, Ghostbusters, Twins, and the Cleveland film Draft Day...
Behind the Story: A CHERRY Family Affair with the Russos (03/12/21)
Behind the Story: A “Cherry” Family Affair with the Russos offered an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at CHERRY, which #FilmedInCLE in 2019! Northeast Ohio is embedded in the DNA of Cherry, the first non-MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) feature film in a decade by native Clevelanders Anthony and Joe Russo. Not only is Cherry set in Cleveland,...
Screenwriting and Beyond with the Writers of ‘The Marksman’ Workshop (01/13/2021)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was excited to present Screenwriting and Beyond with the Writers of The Marksman, #FilmedInCLE in 2019. Writers Danny Kravitz (a native Clevelander) and Chris Charles joined the GCFC for this in-depth screenwriting workshop. Danny and Chris provided insight into the writing process, from how to get started in the field,...
Between the Screens: A Conversation with Steven Caple Jr. (12/17/2020)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was excited to present A Conversation with Steven Caple, Jr., American Film director, producer, and screenwriter, and native Clevelander. Caple’s feature film debut The Land (2016) was #FilmedInCLE and premiered at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. It tells the story of four teenage boys who devote their summer to escaping the...
Behind the Story with the Producers of White Boy Rick (11/12/2020)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was excited to present Behind the Story with the Producers of White Boy Rick, #FilmedInCLE in 2017. Producers Matthew Krul (a native Ohioan), Scott Franklin, and Georgia Kacandes joined the GCFC for a lively conversation and Q&A, covering topics from what attracted them to this film, to “what do producers...
DOC NYC Virtual Road Trip (10/29/2020)
Watch the DOC NYC ROAD TRIP: Cleveland & Dayton Co-presented by the Greater Cleveland Film Commission, Cleveland International Film Festival, and Wright State University Motion Pictures Program Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Cleveland/Dayton stop on the DOC NYC ROADTRIP! DOC NYC Artistic Director, Thom Powers, interviewd local film industry professional, Mike Wendt, as...
VoiceOver and Beyond: A Conversation with Nancy Cartwright (08/26/2020)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was excited to present VoiceOver and Beyond: A Conversation with Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson. This event is now over. Watch the recording below! There’s so much more to Nancy than being the voice of Bart Simpson! In our short 1-hour event, we could only briefly touch the...
GCFC Virtual Summer Media Mixer 08/06/2020
Thank you to everyone who came to our Virtual Summer Media Mixer! GCFC Hosts President Evan Miller and Production Coordinator Mike, along with special guest Ryan Kelly, brought us up to speed with the current state of the Cleveland film industry and answered your questions about what the future of local production looks like during...
Between the Screens: A Conversation with Patricia Heaton (06/22/2020)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was honored to present Between the Screens: A Conversation with Patricia Heaton on Monday, June 22nd. A Conversation with Patricia Heaton was moderated by local radio host and former actor Jeremiah Widmer (The Jeremiah Show, Q104 FM). Jeremiah interviewd Ms. Heaton and facilitated an audience Q&A. He covered a wide...
Between the Screens: A Conversation with Kathryn Hahn (06/03/2020)
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission was honored to partner with actor Kathryn Hahn to present our first-ever Between the Screens Virtual Event on the evening of June 2, 2020. A Conversation with Kathryn Hahn was moderated by local radio host and former actor Jeremiah Widmer (the Jeremiah Show, Q104 FM). Jeremiah interviewed Ms. Hahn...
Virtual Film Café with GCFC President Evan Miller (05/21/2020)
Thank you for joining us for the Music Box Supper Club’s virtual CLE Stories & Film Café via a live Zoom. Evan Miller spoke with the Music Box Supper Club’s Mike Miller and shared his experiences working as an agent in Hollywood. He came to Cleveland this year from Abrams Artists Agency, where he served...
Thanks for attending our GCFC Netflix Parties!
Thank you to everyone who came to our Netflix Parties! Over 300 people from all around the world attended our filmed-in-Cleveland Friday night movies over the last six weeks. We had so much fun, and would like you to have this party favor! Use the promo code CLEFILM20 now until June 13th and receive 20%...
GCFC Virtual Media Mixer (04/22/2020)
Thank you to everyone who came to our first Virtual Media Mixer! We may not have been able to “mix” in person, but we still had a great time reconnecting with everyone at our first Virtual Media Mixer via Zoom Webinar. GCFC Hosts President Evan Miller and Production Coordinator Mike brought us up to speed...
Happy Dog Takes on the World: The Political Economy of Film (03/03/2020)
Source: The City Club of Cleveland | March 4, 2020 In February, Parasite, the South Korean film directed by Bong Joon Ho, become the first non-English language film to win best picture at the Academy Awards. This win was significant — and shows the increased demand and appreciation for foreign language films, both regionally and...
STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER FUNDRAISER SCREENING (12/20/2019)
The Force was strong with us at our fundraiser screening of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! A HUGE thank you to the Ohio Garrison of the 501st Legion for bringing C-3PO, R2-D2, BB-8 and D-O. Sponsored By Check out these fun Star Wars videos created by our GCFC Interns!
Year-End GCFC Media Mixer at McNulty’s Bier Markt (12/11/2019)
Thank you to everyone who came out for our last Media Mixer before the new year! Over 150 local film professionals joined us at McNulty’s Bier Markt in Ohio City to meet the new GCFC President Evan Miller, learn what’s going to be filming in Cleveland next year, and get a recap on 2019. We’ll...
We Love You 3000 Lolly the Trolley (08/16/2019)
As part of the WE LOVE YOU 3000 Tour, the Greater Cleveland Film Commission hosted an exclusive Lolly the Trolley sight-seeing tour that headed back in time and visited past local filming locations from AVENGERS and CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER. Director Anthony Russo was on-hand to kick-off the ride with a special introduction, and...
Marvel Studios ‘We love you 3000’ Tour in Cleveland (08/15/2019)
Avengers: Endgame Director Anthony Russo visited Marvel Cinematic Universe fans at Cleveland Best Buy Store as part of Marvel Studios ‘We Love You 3000 Tour’! ABOUT THE ‘WE LOVE YOU 3000’ TOUR: In celebration of the in-home release of Avengers: Endgame, Marvel Studios and directors Anthony and Joe Russo have teamed up to launch the ‘We Love...
‘Them That Follow’ Crew & Extras Screening (08/08/2019)
Thank you to all the crew, cast and extras that came to our screening of Them That Follow! During production while in the Youngstown and Salem area in 2017, Them That Follow: Hired over 40 local crew members Required over 60 local extras Engaged with many local vendors and small businesses A special thank you to 1091, Amasia Entertainment...
GCFC Summer Media Mixer (07/30/2019)
Thank you to everyone who came out to GCFC President Ivan Schwarz’s last Media Mixer! It was great to see everyone last night come out for the final Media Mixer with Ivan. In addition to regular Mixer announcements and networking, we were able to say a heartfelt thank you to Ivan for all of his...
Save Ohio Film Jobs Media Mixer (05/14/2019)
#SaveOhioFilmJobs Media Mixer In light of the recent proposal by the Ohio House to eliminate the Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit, we hosted an emergency Media Mixer at the Music Box Supper Club. We had an excellent turnout, almost 250 people, and it was great to connect with all the local professionals at once to...
Screening of ‘The Last Summer’ (05/01/2019)
Thank you to everyone who came out to our special early screening of The Last Summer! The Last Summer is now streaming on Netflix. During its time in Northeast Ohio, The Last Summer: Created over 200 jobs Required over 500 local extras Engaged with over 175 local businesses Booked over 2,000 local hotel room nights $0 went...
Spring Media Mixer at Music Box Supper Club (03/12/2019)
Thank you to everyone who came out to the first Media Mixer of 2019! We had over 200 local film professionals join us in the Rusty Anchor at the Music Box Supper Club on Tuesday night, one of the largest attended Media Mixers to date. During this free networking event, GCFC President Ivan Schwarz gave...
Cleveland Stories Dinner Parties with Ivan Schwarz (01/30/2019)
Thank you to everyone who came out to the Cleveland History Center Cleveland Stories Dinner Party with GCFC President Ivan Schwarz at Music Box Supper Club! Ivan talked about where he grew up, how he got his start in the industry, and what brought him to Cleveland twelve years ago (he kept emphasizing what a...
GCFC Fall Media Mixer (12/19/2018)
Thanks for coming to the last GCFC Media Mixer of 2018! It has been quite a full year for us at the GCFC and for the Cleveland Film Industry. Over 18 productions filmed in Northeast Ohio this year, including the Sundance Film Festival Selection Native Son, Helen Hunt’s I See You, Anhedonia, HBO’s Hard Knocks, Netflix’s The Last Summer...
Band of Brothers Reunion (11/10/2018)
See all our event photos on our Flickr Page! See all our event videos on our YouTube Channel! Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors Each year, the GCFC holds a benefit called “Behind the Camera” where we invite a special guest(s) in the industry to share their experiences in film or TV. This year we...
GCFC Summer Media Mixer (08/29/2018)
Thanks for coming to the GCFC Summer Media Mixer! After a busy summer, it was great to see everyone and share the updates on more projects coming to film in Northeast Ohio this fall. Currently scheduled for production is the film All the Bright Places and the series pilot for College.
‘Animal House’ 40th Anniversary Benefit (07/14/2018)
Thank you for making our Animal House 40th Anniversary Benefit ‘a little bit louder now’ for the Greater Cleveland Film Commission on Saturday night! We are so grateful to our event sponsors, our Pledge co-chairs Pam Blossom, Brent Buckley and Char Glatley, our amazing GCFC volunteers and all who attended the Greatest Toga Party EVER!...
Silverspot Cinema VIP Grand Opening Reception (06/22/2018)
Thank you to everyone who came out to the VIP Grand Opening Reception of the new Silverspot Cinema! 100% of the nights proceeds were donated to the GCFC to help us continue to fulfill our mission of increasing media production and creating jobs in Northeast Ohio. Visit www.silverspot.net to learn more about this new state-of-the-art...
Russo Brothers Brunch (05/06/2018)
Everyone that came to our “Avengers: Infinity War” private screening fundraiser had the chance to win brunch with The Russo Brothers (directors of the film AND Cleveland natives). Congratulations to our winners! When you attend events, or become a member of the GCFC, you can have the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime opportunities like this that...
GCFC Spring Media Mixer (05/02/2018)
Thanks to everyone who attended the GCFC Spring Media Mixer was at Boss Dog Brewing Company! About 150 local professionals came to network, find out what projects are currently filming in Cleveland, and heard about the latest updates for House Bill 525, which would increase the Ohio Film Tax Credit from $40 million to $100 million,...
“Avengers: Infinity War” Private Screening Fundraiser (04/26/2018)
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to our Private Screening Fundraiser, and thank you to our amazing volunteers and interns who helped make this night possible! Congratulations to the winners of our Brunch with the Russo Brothers raffle!
Behind the Camera: “Inside Ivan’s Studio” Edition with Jamie Babbit & David Wain (03/02/2018)
We were honored to host Cleveland natives and director/producers Jamie Babbit & David Wain as our special guests for Behind the Camera last Friday! The night was full of laughter, stories of growing up in Ohio, and an overall theme of following your passion, no matter what obstacles you may face. Thank you to Jamie...
“Black Panther” Fundraiser Screening (02/15/2018)
Thank you to our “Black Panther” screening sponsor Cognizant for making our event possible, and thank you to all the Cleveland “Black Panther” fans who came out to support #FilmInCLE by donating for our event! See WKYC Channel 3’s coverage of our event HERE
GCFC Winter Media Mixer (01/31/2018)
Thanks to the over 175 local professionals who made this quarter’s Media Mixer at McNulty’s Bier Markt in Ohio City a success! GCFC Media Mixers are FREE networking events hosted by GCFC for people who currently work in the media production industry, or those interested in working in the industry! Attendees are encouraged to network, and...
“American Ninja Warrior” Cleveland Finals Watch Party Was a Huge Success! (08/14/2017)
This past Monday, we held our Cleveland Finals Watch Party event for “American Ninja Warrior” and it couldn’t have gone better. We had an amazing turnout at The Corner Alley Downtown, the ninjas in attendance were so gracious with their time, Q104’s Jeremiah and Jeff were amazing emcees for the evening, WKYC Channel 3 was...
Summer Media Mixer (06/13/2017)
Well over 200 people attended our Summer Media Mixer last month, one of our best turnouts ever. Special thanks to Ricky Volante for speaking about our local Entertainment Law scene, and Music Box Supper Club for hosting us again at their beautiful venue. These events are part of our workforce development efforts, always working to...
PA Workshop with…Ivan Schwarz?
Our Production Assistant (PA) Workshop did not go as planned. Our special guest Mikki Ziska had her flight canceled not once, but twice, and we feared that we would have to ultimately cancel the event. However, GCFC President Ivan Schwarz stepped in at the last minute to deliver the workshop for 80 people who wanted...
GCFC Co-Hosts Mixer for CIA Spring Show
On Tuesday, April 25th, in concert with Cleveland Institute of Art’s annual Spring Show, GCFC co-hosted a mixer for animation and interactive media students, faculty, visiting guests from the industry, as well as many local professionals who work in animation and game development. It was a great turnout, and it was really special seeing...
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