Morocco, Part Deux
Impression Rabat, Morocco
november 2011
For dutch foundation Stichting Art. 1, i went first half of November to Morocco for a photo series of young gays in a Muslim country. This series of portraits is an addition to the documentary I am Gay and Muslim, produced by Stichting Art. 1.
With the first results in, the making of the series will continue in the second half of December 2011. Casablanca, Tangier, Al Hoceima, Nador, Rabat; Morocco field trip!
Highlight Nederlands Film Festival
Dutch-Moroccan actor Nasrdin Dchar wins the Golden Calf Best Leading Actor for his role in feature film Rabat.
Acceptance speeches? This is how you do it!
Tell them, Nasrdin!
(english subtitled)
(via: nff)
Coming up; the Netherlands Film Festival
Producer Matthijs van Heijningen (right) attends red carpet premiere Simon, NFF 2004
In the end of September 2011, Utrecht will become the capital of film with the 31th edition of the Nederlands Film Festival (Netherlands Film Festival). A showcase of the past, present and future of Dutch cinema for public and industry.
There is the Gouden Kalf Competitie (Golden Calf Competition), followed by the Award ceremony. A special focus on Guest of the Year, producer Frans van Gestel of IDTV Film. And, for what i am specifically looking out for, the Beeldenstorm program. Dedicated to new ways of (digital) storytelling, use of social media and crowd funding.
I’ll be at, and working for, the festival. So, check back soon for a view of dutch cinema from within.
Nederlands Film Festival 2011
21-30 September 2011
various locations, Utrecht
> website Nederlands Film Festival (dutch)
> see a selection of 10 years festival photography in the portfolio
Jafar Panahi: Iranian Film-maker Silenced
Jafar Panahi, 2007
January 2011, word got out that the acclaimed Iranian-maker Jafar Panahi was sentenced to six years in prison, after being convicted on charges of working against the Iranian system. Jafar Panahi, known for feature films The Circle (2000) and Offside (2006), is now banned from making films, going abroad and talking to the media for 20 years.
Fellow Iranian film-maker Mahommed Rasulov, who was working on a film with Panahi, also got a six year sentence based on similar charges. At the time of the arrest, in march 2010, together they were planning a picture about the 2009 presidential election in Iran.
Isabella Rossellini reads open letter from Panahi at Berlin International Film Festival 2011 (via: BerlinaleWeb)
Because of his frequent visits to the International Film Festival Rotterdam, i had the opportunity to meet and portray Mr. Panahi in person. With those occasions in mind, it is very hard to acknowledge that artists are still silenced nowadays. Especially someone with the kind and gentle nature like Mr. Panahi.
I set up a special gallery and if you are publishing on Jafar Panahi’s cause, please send an inquiry for imagery.
> go to: Photo gallery Jafar Panahi – Archive Bram Belloni
> read more: New York Time Topics
> read more: BBC News
New in portfolio: Corporate Portraits
What makes a corporate portrait a corporate portrait? Isn’t it a portrait like all portraits? Well, actually it is. But, when you take all circumstances into account before the shoot, just like every portrait session, you notice that a corporate portrait is clearly different from a normal, editorial portrait.
Corporate portraits; suits, suits, suits
First, it is normally assigned by, or for, the client itself. So the picture need to match their corporate image. Second, you deal with people who aren’t familiar to be photographed, like people in showbiz, or see the importance of a good, well prepared portrait. This varies from ‘i’ve got two minutes between those meetings’ CEO’s to ‘do i have to do that in front of my co-workers’ employees. Third, suits, suits, suits. Oh, and did i mentioned office spaces (white, fluorescent light)?
With assignments like these, i always try to find a balance between the often formal image of the company and the personalities it embodies. It’s the people that make the company, right?
With the ending of the fiscal year and forthcoming annual reports a small section of corporate portraits. Assigned by the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, Pure Legal, Stadgenoot Housing Corporation and NICAM for their annual reports and corporate publications.
Check your schedules; IDFA 2010
November, IDFA time! The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam, with its politically committed program, master classes and filmmakers present, a must for all doc-enthusiasts.
Check out the huge, huge program. With in the Reflecting Images – Masters program the latest documentaries of (my personal favorites) Frederick Wiseman (with Boxing Gym) and Michael Epstein (with LENNONYC).
Another interesting program is the DocLab, where they explore new forms of documentary film making and storytelling. With last years featured projects like The Ninth Floor by Jessica Dimmock and This American Life by Ira Glass cant wait to see what’s in this years projects.
I will be working at the festival’s daily paper, but for sure i will get me some time off.
International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA)
17-28 november 2010
various locations, Amsterdam
25th Anniversary Hollandse Hoogte Photo Agency
Dutch photo agency Hollandse Hoogte celebrate it’s 25th anniversary with a very special programme in Dag van de Fotografie. Scheduled are lectures, workshops, portfolio viewings and portrait sessions by some of the finest photographers. There even will be a genuine shooting gallery, so you can shoot yourself on polaroid!
Also the opening of the 25-Jarigen Project exhibition will take place. Over 100 photographers, affiliated with the Hollandse Hoogte agency, photographed a day in the life of a 25-year-old for this project. An extensive document of a dutch generation in their twenties. I just finished the serie and can’t wait to see the series of fellow photographers. Besides the exhibition, the project will be featured in dutch newspaper NRC Next (october 1) and international photography magazine GUP (out end of october).
Dag van de Fotografie
october 1, 2010
Pakhuis de Zwijger, Amsterdam
(registration required)
> Hollandse Hoogte agency (dutch)
> programme Dag van de Fotografie (dutch)
New Site!
Hello, and welcome to the new www.belloni.nl
What will you find on www.belloni.nl? This site is meant for three things. In the Portfolio section you will find a showcase of my work as freelance photographer. The News, or blog, section is to keep you updated on the latest projects, publications and some random work sketches. And for accounts there is a special client area.
The site will be updated gradually, so more posts and portfolio entries are to follow, soon.
Since all is brand new, I’m very curious what you think of it. So please, feel free to share your opinion and shoot me a line. Especially when you encounter any errors or aberrations.
Looking forward hearing from you!
Bram Belloni
