The Networking Magazine - Edition 9

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M Y WAY John Capodice

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John Capodice needs no introduction. An unquestionable work ethic which sets a nonnegotiable standard. His professional career in television and lm started back in the 1970s. He racked up an incredible portfolio of appearances. I have listed a few below.

Ryan's Hope Knots Landing Hunter Law & Order Moonlighting Will & Grace CSI Theatre was also a passion of his, winning two Outer Critics Circle awards. A gifted actor, he also turned his hand to notable lm voice-over work.

As I scrolled through the list of movies under his belt, I began to realise that his face has appeared in all our lives in one way or another.

Movies The Doors See No Evil, Hear No Evil Ace Ventura Pet Detective Speed Independence Day Enemy Of The State I managed to catch up with him for a quick interview. Hard work, determination and strong ambition de ne his career longevity.

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In the theatre, I was on Broadway with “Requiem for a Heavyweight" and toured with Al Pacino in "American Buffalo". I also worked in numerous dinner theatres and regional theatres all over the country.

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By Sanj Saigal Why did you choose to become an actor?

Do you believe that the key to a successful career in acting is never to say no? Why?

One doesn't choose acting; it chooses you. I wish that I could be more speci c, but after half a century of living this life, I'm still pursuing it.

Hopefully, this provides a bit of insight into what it is to be an actor.

Absolutely. Each time they tell you no, you pick yourself up from the ground and say yes. Never ever accept no. Remember, it's not about rejection. The casting people are going a di erent way, and you'll get the next one.

What were your initial reservations about your career choice?

What advice would you give if there was such a thing as a parallel universe and you met yourself at age nineteen? Why?

I'm not so sure. I suppose it slowly came upon me, and it never stopped.

I was at a lm festival with a well-known I would tell myself to pursue the fundamentals, character actor, and he said, "You will stop when i.e. agent, drama school, pictures and resumes. you don't want it anymore.”

In fact, all, the business side of it which was not my strong point.

Did you meet with any resistance from friends or family at the point where you started your career?

Sure, all my friends thought I was nuts, but it didn't stop me. On the contrary, my mother

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If I could turn back the clock at the precise moment you decided about your career choice, what other options did you have?

As far as other options, I didn't have any. You see, acting was in my blood.

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The Networking Magazine speaks to William Wayne, the director of the Seattle Film Festival.

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“A story should have a beginning, a middle, and an end… but not necessarily in that order.”

- Jean-Luc Godard. how to paint. That is when I learned "even mistakes are beautiful" in art. While in school, I won several nationwide art contests, which later helped pay for part of my college tuition at the University of Washington.

I discovered my passion for acting during my senior year at the University of Washington. After graduating in Communication, I performed in the Seattle-based Fringe theatre, where I played a wide variety of characters. I loved acting in plays in the Northwest as I found it extremely rewarding and soon was cast in my very rst role, a small one, in a feature lm with Dana Ashbrook (Twin Peaks), Tisha Campbell (My Wife and Kids), Brock Peters (To Kill a Mockingbird) and Billy Dee Williams (Star Wars Trilogy). Later, I acted in several features, including one costarring Rosanna Arquette, which was nominated at the Tribeca Film Festival that spurred me on to study lmmaking and write a screenplay titled Lost Angelas. Since I didn't have much of a budget, I bartended at several locations in LA to help nance Lost Angelas.

Your story is textbook, as you started as a bartender and up.

How did your story begin?

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grew up on a farm in Illinois outside of Chicago. Growing up, my mother was an elementary school teacher and noticed I was interested in the violin. So when I was four, she started me on violin lessons which I loved. My father, a talented artist and art teacher taught me

Yes, I studied acting and worked as a bartender for years. I met so many people who became lifelong friends during this time, many who later acted or contributed their skills as crew members for my lm. So when it came time for the premiere of Lost Angelas, it really meant a lot to me that they showed up in support, and we even lled a 400-seat theatre at the Method Fest Film Festival.

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LINE “I think cinema, movies, and magic have always been closely associated. The very earliest people who made lm were magicians.”

- Francis Ford Coppola.

How much was luck, and how much was skill?

The question of how much was luck and how much was skill is a good one. My luck improved when I decided to make my own lm.

As my lmmaking skills progressed, I won several short lm awards. Finally, I began to focus purely on directing my feature lm screenplay, and I tried to cast an actor friend in the role I eventually played in Lost Angelas.

However, due to my indie budget, I realised I would have to lm and edit the movie over several years. My friend wouldn't have that kind of availability, so I played the role myself, and I am glad I did, as I really loved acting in it.

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During the lming and editing process of Lost Angelas, I continued working as a bartender to nance the production. This proved challenging as I would only have a few days o a week to work on my lm, and it ended up taking me six years to nish the movie.

However, I was very fortunate that my lead actors, Korrina Rico, Jon Jacobs and John Capodice, were committed to their roles in the lm over the complete span of the production.

During this time, we were also fortunate to include the exceptional talent of David Proval (The Sopranos), John Aprea (Godfather 2) and Charlotte Lewis (The Golden Child) to our cast.

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“Don’t let anyone ever make you feel like you don’t deserve what you want.”

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I have always loved Film Noir as well as Neo-Noir, and I wanted to make something that would live in that genre. As I started to think about what I would like to watch, a plot outline jumped into my head: Angela Rose, a famous actress nominated for the upcoming awards season, goes missing, and the only lead to her disappearance is her ex- ancé, a struggling screenwriter. Haunted by memories, he cannot explain, the screenwriter journeys through the underbelly of Hollywood and discovers a secret connection he has with a vanished movie star, also named Angela, who had similarly disappeared thirty years ago.

I wrote and rewrote the screenplay and had a couple of friends take a look at it, including Jen Zias. I liked her insight and thought we would work well together. Within a year, we brought the script to several notable veteran actors whom I admired, and they were interested in being a part of the project.

Six years to make a movie is testing. What lessons did you learn?

Wow, my ambition with Lost Angelas was originally to get it accepted in lm festivals and have its premiere in a movie theatre. I quickly found this would be more challenging than it sounded. What I learned when I was younger, practising the violin and learning to paint, became valuable in making my lm as I knew that the time spent working on something does pay o . No one could give me a shortcut to making my lm work because, ultimately, I had to learn it and earn it myself. For example, each time I went into the editing room after lming a scene, I had to start from scratch and build it.

There was no shortcut to making a scene work; I had to continually earn it.

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What did you nd as the line between creativity and decision-making?

I learned in time that tenaciousness does pay o . Before long, the lm started taking shape and began to interest friends to see my latest edit, many of whom would end up working with me on the post-production process.

We turned the corner when Lost Angelas was accepted to the Method Fest Film Festival.

The Lost Angelas premiere at the festival was sold out and couldn't have gone better. I was particularly impressed at how great the festival directors treated all the lmmakers. Soon after that, we began to get accepted into additional festivals and won more awards. It all culminated when we were nominated at Film Threat's "Award This!" show and won Best Indie Film and Best Director.

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Planning out my creative vision was essential because once we were on set, I was busy problem-solving. The quicker I could solve each issue, the better the shoot turned out, and the more time I had for the artistic side of lmmaking. I often drew upon that lesson I learned as a kid from my father regarding art, "even the mistakes are beautiful." I tried to implement that concept while lming Lost Angelas after an accident or mistake happened. I saw it as an opportunity to turn this into something beautiful.

How did you get involved with the Seattle Film Festival, and why?

Lost Angelas played theatrically for a week at the Laemmle Theater in Pasadena at the Playhouse 7. Next, I ew up to Seattle to have it played for a week at the Grand Illusion Cinema and at one of my screenings, I met the lmmakers who started the Seattle Film Festival back in 2013. They were re-launching their festival after a couple of years away and encouraged me to submit my lm. Lost Angelas screened successfully at the Seattle Film Festival, and I had a great time.

co-producer of Lost Angelas, Michael Rey, to be a co-director with me.

I loved being a festival director as I had the opportunity to champion deserving lms and lmmakers worldwide. This year the festival presented a large selection of lms from talented student lmmakers to acclaimed visionary directors. I am in awe of the quality of storytelling and lmmaking which was exhibited to the audience at this year's festival.

Indie vs studio movies, what are your thoughts?

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I identify with the stories and struggles of indie movies but also enjoy studio productions. In some cases, creativity is born out of a lack of budget, which is where some indie movies In 2020 when the pandemic started, I moved shine. For instance, when I couldn't lm again from LA to Seattle and reconnected with the at a location we used previously, I would paint festival. I was given a chance to work as a festival judge. The following year turned out to the walls of my apartment and have it stand in be a busy year for me as I was hired to direct a for that location. Although I had to do this music video, edit commercials, campaigns and several times, no one was the wiser, including my assistant editors. An additional bene t of a variety of other projects. In 2022 I was very this compromise was that now I was able to happy to hear from the festival once again as take my time to set up complicated shots, they were going to screen movies back in the which were necessary for my transitions in theatre for the rst time since the pandemic editing. began. At this time, I was o ered the opportunity to organise the festival. I was very excited about the challenge and brought on my

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I didn't know it yet, but the process I was learning by having Lost Angelas play in lm festivals would be very bene cial.

If you could turn back the clock, would you have done anything di erently and why?

Most de nitely. One thing I was surprised to nd is that I didn't need the most expensive camera or the biggest crew to make the best version of my lm. Some of the days when I had a cheaper camera and smaller crew due to budget restraints, I would come away with a more beautiful and better scene. This adds to the philosophy that if you have a script, go out and lm it. You don't have to wait for a milliondollar budget to get permission to be a lmmaker.

Shorts, why are they proving to be so popular?

minute time frame, rather than one 90-minute feature lm.

I recently directed a music video for a song on an album nominated for a Grammy. I enjoyed how the lm shoot had such a fast turnaround. The idea, the planning, the execution of the lming and the editing all happened within a week. That was very refreshing compared to my six-year journey making Lost Angelas.

With all that being said, I still love making feature lms. I love the determination, persistence and Shorts are a great way of learning lmmaking.

They take less time to make, and you can learn creative exploration where a feature lm can take you. quicker and get faster feedback because of this. It also works well in this era where YouTube and social media are thriving with an audience that has a shorter attention span.

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Another advantage of making a short lm is that the odds are better of getting it into a lm festival than it would be if you were submitting a feature lm. Since a festival has reserved a limited amount of time in the theatre, they may often choose to play a variety of six or seven short lms from different lmmakers in a 90-

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I think it is great how audiences have gotten behind studio lms such as big-budget superhero movies. However, indie lms often present di erent voices and raw storytelling that are rare in big-budget movies. Many studio movies may be more concerned about making their movie for global audiences where they can make more money internationally. Still, in doing so, the movie may lose quite a bit of character and uniqueness.

In the future, how do you think your industry will change?

The industry has been changing so much. It wasn't long ago when making an indie feature lm meant you needed a budget of at least half a million dollars. You would have also needed to shoot your lm on a 35-millimetre lm camera to have a chance to get into a lm festival. The process of doing this would have been very expensive. Now, digital lmmaking can be done with consumer

In addition, digital platforms allow lmmakers to show their work. Previously, lms competed for the same few cable stations. I love indie lms, but the biggest question for indie lmmakers is how to get a good return on their investment. If their movie is not being produced by a studio, is there a formula to make a pro t? Many lmmakers I have spoken with discuss and explain how there is a huge audience for indie lms, but their contracts with these distributors do not always show this.

This is an area I wish to address on our panels at the festival next year.

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I was very fortunate navigating these waters with Lost Angelas as I was guided by one of my actors, Jon Jacobs, who had previously produced and distributed many lms. In the future, I would like to see distributors o ering better deals to indie lmmakers that re ect the value of their lms.

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cameras. As a result, budgets are drastically lower, and people who might not have had a chance to direct can now display their talent.

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Designer - @saminamughal_fashiondesigner Photo - @laurentrosemain

Laurita GruodytėŽilė was the winner of Top Model UK Classic 2021. We talk to Laurita about the industry and her career.

Modelling Origins The origins of this industry date back to when people posed for portraits and paintings. The invention of the camera in the early 1800s divided it into many micro sectors. These include fashion, beauty and accessories, to name a few.

Although a career path, the pay was historically poorly paid and known to be highly competitive.

However, decades later, modelling is evolving from the sidelines and presenting opportunity.

Needless to say that now pay is in line with other industries. Social media has in uenced how models are perceived, so, in many cases, in uencers are now wearing the same badge.

“A rose can never be a sun ower, and a sun ower can never be a rose. All owers are beautiful in their own way, and that’s like women too. I want to encourage women to embrace their own uniqueness.”

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Winner of Top Model UK Classic 2021, we talk to Laurita about the industry and her career.

The Journey A constantly evolving passion for carving out a niche. We caught up with Laurita Gruodytė-Žilė.

Winner of Top Model UK Classic 2021, we talk to Laurita about the modelling industry and her career.

Moving to the UK in 2005, she felt that she needed change. Participating in local modelling competitions from age 15, she instinctively knew modelling was of interest to her as a career path.

Where were you born?

I was born in Lithuania.

How would your friends describe you?

She had a strong bond with apparel, often putting di erent out ts together, and a love for everything in fashion.

Seamlessly experimenting with fashion accessories and colour options, she continues experimenting with colours, fabrics and design options even today.

So, on some level, I personally think that these traits complement her passion for modelling.

Is the modelling path very competitive?

Why?

It is pretty competitive because everyone's always trying to make themselves known, My friends would describe me as happy and jolly especially in competitions. After all, everyone wants to win. Moreover, models have to conform with a strong sense of personality who loves to to a particular look in the past in contrast to socialise and create a positive, loving and today, where there is a step towards a realistic welcoming environment with everyone I look. encounter.

It's still competitive; however, compared to the past, models now have tools like social media to give them a competitive edge.

Ultimately, we are all competing to win contracts, and I don't think that will ever change.

Who was the rst person who told you that you should be a "Always surround model? yourself with Everyone in my family always encouraged me to get involved in competitions and photoshoots. I positive people".

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met no resistance, and I'm proud to say that it helped me to achieve. So, personally and professionally, family support is very important, and I'm very thankful for that. In contrast, I know that not all models have that support mechanism, so I feel very fortunate.

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Is the world of modelling glamorous?

Yes, it's de nitely glamorous. But, in addition, there's lots of beauty and excitement. The ambience of fashion shows and your relationship with the designers impacts how a model feels.

Some reasons models love this industry are red carpet events, parties, and photo shoots.

Laurita's rst competition was the: Southern Elegance modelling event in 2017. It was a launch pad for her career as following that; she had o ers from designers, photo shoot opportunities and fashion show invitations. She told me that the experience was glamorous, exciting and inspiring.

What would you say Who would you love if you had to to model for? summarise your life My ultimate dream would be to model for luxury clothing brands such as Chanel, Burberry and in one paragraph?

Gucci. I think that it would be such a fantastic experience. Those brands were and still are iconic. Furthermore, they still in uence fashion trends.

My life is full of good and creative energy, so I've always found it interesting. I've constantly found new opportunities to be myself everywhere I have been. I always felt I was in the right place at the right time. No matter how hard it can get, I've always told myself that you need to do what makes you happy, and I've always stayed true to that.

What was it like to win the TOP MODEL UK Classic 2021?

What advice would It was absolutely unreal. The competition was you give anyone who huge with so many beautiful people. I never expected it. I felt extremely happy and honoured. has an interest in modelling?

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Firstly, it's good to have a high level of self-belief.

Secondly, dare to confront your fears and gain experience. Finally, the more you network, the more you gain self-con dence, which will open doors. Furthermore, you need a high level of con dence to distance yourself from the competition.

Photography by - @mansoor7443 London Fashion week / Perfume - @crystaldaiva

THE MODEL IN ME Laurita

Gruodytė-Žilė

Designer: @louiserousecouture Photo: @colinchau

"Don't let anything hold you back. Keep going".

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Laurita gave me the impression that, on the one hand, someone can have a distinct look and a love for fashion. However, they still need to use available tools such as social media to create opportunities. On the other hand, there is a degree of being at the right place, at the right time. Furthermore, you must create opportunities for yourself and maintain a strong work ethic—a lasting impression from a model who continues to forge her way forward in her career. So, newbies must keep motivated and active on social media to enter this industry. Also, believe in yourself to develop your con dence, which can give you a competitive edge.

Photography by - @elwira_posiak_wansorra Perfume: @crystaldaiva

THE MODEL IN ME Laurita

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Beach Part of a beachfront location, there is a storeroom and a full-size garage included in the sale. An international market, the oldest bakery, bars and restaurants surround the commercial unit.

Ideal Model Ideal businesses that would suit this 33 M2 commercial unit would be a hairdresser, property management agent or retailer.

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Events The Networking Magazine attended the launch of a charity art exhibition held at Coal Drops Yard in Kings Cross, London.

By Sanj Saigal

Coal Drops Yard sets the scene for the launch of a charity art exhibition in London. Raising money for the homeless, I caught up with the organisers. preserved skin displayed this ancient art form.

Winding the clock that far back in history is relevant as this resilient form of expression fell in and out of love with decades past.

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ights camera action, Coal Drops Yard, is the venue for a very unique charity fundraising Social media platforms have propelled event. The prequel takes place just a few tattoo artists into stardom, with many doors down from unit 76. Joao Bosco, a timeheld in the same limelight as celebrities. served tattoo artist and a property client, I can vouch for that myself bearing created an idea that has rocked the charity witness to their posts across the virtual landscape with a rm goal to eradicate landscape.

As a result, tattoos are now homelessness. considered a credible and acceptable form of mapping a personal and expressive story.

Firstly, it has to be said that Tattoos date back to Neolithic times. For readers unfamiliar with that time marker, that’s a time when mummi ed

Society once shunned these artists, and their work only had negative connotations. Thankfully this didn’t last long, as celebrities endorsed designs and pushed them into the limelight.

Homelessness is a national problem in the UK, and it seems that age has no bearing. On a personal note, when I was contacted by one of the exhibitors, my smile spoke a thousand words as I wanted to get involved.

Coal Drops Yard Kings Cross in London boasts a regeneration project that is now a pinnacle of perfection. The balance between housing and commercial properties can’t be rivalled. As I exited the station, there was an overwhelming feeling of excitement for an area that was once only a commuter hub.

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problems, just like these unsung artists. Ironic that now, people boast about their work.

Approaching the site made me feel as if I was part of something. The tattoos that map my story somehow formed a connection with the room.

Each of the artworks on display told a story of expression, black and white, many with rich colour tones. Potential buyers circled them, curious to know the artist behind the canvass.

A new concept was born from the need to help the homeless, particularly the young age group of 16 to 21-year-olds. Not taking the limelight away from the other charities, this exhibition will run till the 27th of November, so if you’re scrolling your way through this between now and then, you still have time.

“Uniting global talent to showcase and celebrate this unique form of artistic expression, whilst also raising valuable funds for a very worthwhile cause – this has been such a refreshing and heartwarming project to work on. The brainchild of Joao, it’s been a pleasure working with such a talented artist who’s as passionate about his own craft as he is about supporting others creatives – and crucially, those in need.

–Zoë Allen, Founder of Artistic Statements

Event This sets the scene for an charity art exhibition perfectly, as it has similar tones that resonate with this story. The underdog rises above its

The appeal of this event is not just the relevance of what Land Aid stands for in terms of a charity but the sheer power of the artistic designs. In addition, the overwhelming sense of a collective tells a story of uniting for a common cause.

Tattoo Artists Against Homelessness is free to attend and will be open from 18 November – 27 November in Coal Drops Yard, King’s Cross.

With thanks to: Zoë Allen from Artistic Statements Alice Lamb, Deputy CEO at LandAid Joao Bosco – Exhibitor Tim Hudson – Head of communications and engagement

David Partridge – Chairman at Related Argent

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