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    John Wins Lifetime Achievement PROGIE Award
    • Mar 25, 2014

    John Wins Lifetime Achievement PROGIE Award

    We recently learned that John has won the 2013 Lifetime Achievement PROGIE Award from The Progressive. John shares this award with co-winner Robert Redford. The Progressive writes: Since 1979’s “The Return of the Secaucus Seven” — a look back at ’60s student radicalism — writer/director John Sayles has displayed a singular, independent vision. 1983’s “Lianna” dealt with lesbianism long before it was chic to do so; 1984’s “The Brother From Another Planet” tackled racism; while
    People of Letters: New York
    • Mar 18, 2014

    People of Letters: New York

    The Australian literary phenomenon Women of Letters is bringing their incredible cultural salon to New York for the very first time, with two events next week! John at SXSW with Marieke Hardy, co-founder of Women Of Letters. You might remember that John was part of the People of Letters event last year at SXSW in Austin, where the theme was “To the Thing I Wish I’d Written.”  John presented a letter to the Star-Spangled Banner.  Co-curated by Michaela McGuire and Marieke Hard
    The 54th FICCI in Colombia
    • Mar 3, 2014

    The 54th FICCI in Colombia

    This March, John and Maggie will be attending the 54th FICCI film festival in Colombia. The FICCI will be presenting a retrospective of ten John Sayles films, as well as a roundtable discussion with John on March 18th. From the press release: Two time, Oscar-nominated American actor, director and screenwriter John Sayles will be at the 54th FICCI along with the very best of his films and will be part of a roundtable discussion at Salón FICCI. If Sayles’ films could be describ
    News from Bohol
    • Feb 26, 2014

    News from Bohol

    We have had an update on the goings-on in Bohol, Philippines, from Cooper Resabal (our Second Second Assistant Director and John’s Assistant on the AMIGO set): We’re excited to tell you that we have re-launched our project [formerly the Baryo Living Museum] as Bol-anon Village Cultural Trails.  The Baryo Amigo Cultural Troupe are playing a big role in providing people not just in playing the 1900s scenarios we require, but also in cooking Boholano cuisine, singing Bohol songs
    John in Residency as 2014 Inouye Chair in Democratic Ideals at UHawaii at Manoa
    • Jan 28, 2014

    John in Residency as 2014 Inouye Chair in Democratic Ideals at UHawaii at Manoa

    John and Maggie will be spending most of the month of February at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. John will be in residency as the 2014 Inouye Chair in Democratic Ideals, and he and Maggie will both be giving master classes to students. In addition, the American Studies Department has been presenting John Sayles Film series, co-sponsored by the College of Arts & Humanities and the Academy for Creative Media. The film series will conclude on February 13th with a screening o
    129th MLA Annual Convention in Chicago
    • Jan 3, 2014

    129th MLA Annual Convention in Chicago

    John and Maggie will be in attendance at the 2014 Modern Language Association (MLA) Convention in Chicago, January 9-12. If you’re in Chicago, be sure to check out the following events: A screening of Eight Men Out Thursday, Jan 9 @ 6:30pm — Grand I, Chicago Marriott John Sayles and Maggie Renzi: A Creative Conversation Saturday, Jan 11 @ 10:15am — Chicago E, Chicago Marriott MLA Awards Ceremony Saturday, Jan 11 @ 6:45pm — Sheraton IV-V, Sheraton Chicago You can see a list
    GO FOR SISTERS — More Cities Added!
    • Dec 5, 2013

    GO FOR SISTERS — More Cities Added!

    GO FOR SISTERS has officially opened in cities coast-to-coast, to sold-out houses and fantastic press! But the film’s journey is far from over. New cities have been added all across the US, and we’re  happy to announce all the places you’ll be able to catch John’s newest film in the coming months! Up-to-the-minute theatre listings can always be found at: goforsistersmovie.com/#theaters And you can also find ticket information at the link above. GO FOR SISTERS Upcoming Playdat
    New Trailer and Poster for GO FOR SISTERS
    • Oct 26, 2013

    New Trailer and Poster for GO FOR SISTERS

    Since Variance Films became our distributor for John’s newest film GO FOR SISTERS, they’ve been hard at work on getting the word out about the movie, in advance of its November release (see dates/cities at goforsistersmovie.com). This preparation has included a new trailer (released on Yahoo! Movies) and a new poster (released on Fandango) for the film.  Check them out below! You can also click here to sign up for Fandango Fan Alerts to let you know when GO FOR SISTERS comes
    Amigo for Bohol Update
    • Oct 22, 2013

    Amigo for Bohol Update

    As we told you yesterday, a recent massive 7.2 earthquake hit the Bohol Province of the Philippines, where AMIGO was filmed.  Many of the cast and crew members of AMIGO have been affected by this catastrophic event. Read the full story here. In order to help, Maggie and John are teaming up with the University of the Philippines Film Institute to raise awareness and supplies with benefit screenings of AMIGO.  These screenings will raise funds, as well as serve as a drop off lo
    #AmigoParaSaBohol (Amigo for Bohol)
    • Oct 21, 2013

    #AmigoParaSaBohol (Amigo for Bohol)

    As you may have heard, a few days ago a massive 7.2 earthquake hit the Bohol Province of the Philippines, where AMIGO was filmed.  Many of the cast and crew members of AMIGO have been affected by this catastrophic event. “The 7.2 magnitude earthquake that hit Bohol and other areas in Central Visayas is now recorded as one of the deadliest in our recent history, with the death toll at over 170 and rising. Hundreds of residences – including centuries-old houses of worship — wer
    John Donates His Film Archives to University of Michigan
    • Oct 14, 2013

    John Donates His Film Archives to University of Michigan

    We are thrilled to announce that John and Maggie have recently found a new home for over 230 boxes of screenplays, story boards, photos, props, notes, legal documents and other materials which span John’s 34-year movie making career. John and Maggie on the set of Sunshine State in 2002 These materials have been donated to the University of Michigan’s Special Collections Library, for the creation of the John Sayles Archive. Maggie says, “We chose the University of Michigan ove
    GO FOR SISTERS — Where to see it soon!
    • Sep 23, 2013

    GO FOR SISTERS — Where to see it soon!

    As we told you last month, Variance Films has picked up John’s 18th feature film, GO FOR SISTERS, and the movie will be released on screens around the country very soon! Where, you ask, and when? Will John be doing any Q&As? Read on! GO FOR SISTERS Playdates October 4th @ 8:30pm || Woodstock Film Festival || Woodstock, NY (click here for info) October 6th @ 5:40pm || Scottsdale International Film Festival || Scottsdale, AZ (click here for info) October 16th @ 6:30pm || Santa
    New Web Series: Talents
    • Sep 4, 2013

    New Web Series: Talents

    John Sayles has been called “The Godfather of American Independent Cinema,” and has always been known for finding a way to make the movies he wants to make, the way he wants to make them. In this day and age of digital media and web-based content, some of the most determined up-and-coming indie filmmakers are finding a new avenue for storytelling: the web series.  While self-producing a web series may not follow the exact same set of steps as creating a TV show or movie, some
    Variance Films to Release GO FOR SISTERS
    • Aug 29, 2013

    Variance Films to Release GO FOR SISTERS

    Exciting news, Sayles Fans! Our friends at Variance Films, who did such a great job releasing Amigo, have picked up John’s 18th feature film, GO FOR SISTERS! GO FOR SISTERS premiered at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin back in March, and now the rest of the country will get a chance to see the story of Bernice and Fontayne. Official Poster About the Film: Bernice Stokes and Fontayne Gamble grew up the closest of friends. After high school Bernice got into social services and
    John and Maggie to Be Honored with Williams College Bicentennial Medals
    • Aug 22, 2013

    John and Maggie to Be Honored with Williams College Bicentennial Medals

    Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts is the alma mater of both John Sayles and Maggie Renzi. In 1993, on the college’s 200th anniversary, Williams established its Bicentennial Medals to honor accomplished alumni for distinguished achievement in any field of endeavor. This year, both John (class of ’72) and Maggie (class of ’73) will be honored at the September 7th Fall Convocation for their work as “creative partners and pioneers in independent film.” President Fal
    Upcoming Amigo Screening in Plymouth
    • Jul 13, 2013

    Upcoming Amigo Screening in Plymouth

    Chris Cooper and John on the set of “Amigo” On July 19th at 6:30pm, John, Maggie, and actor Chris Cooper will attend a special screening of Amigo in Plymouth, MA. There will be a Q&A after the screening. Get more information here. Reservations recommended. Call 508-746-1622 x 8346 for tickets or purchase online by clicking here. $20 General Admission $15 Plimouth Plantation Museum Members, Senior Citizens & Students Need Dinner? Reserve a special box dinner for just $12. All
    GO FOR SISTERS Q&A Videos from SXSW
    • Jul 12, 2013

    GO FOR SISTERS Q&A Videos from SXSW

    Back in March, John Sayles premiered his 18th feature film, GO FOR SISTERS, at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin. After screenings, he answered questions from sold-out crowds about the making of the movie, his career in film, and upcoming projects. In this Q&A, John talks about his fascination with the Border, and how it plays a role in GO FOR SISTERS and his other films. Head over to our YouTube channel for more new Q&A videos from SXSW!  www.YouTube.com/TheJohnSaylesChannel
    John and Maggie and “100 Bloody Acres”
    • Jun 27, 2013

    John and Maggie and “100 Bloody Acres”

    Remember when John and Maggie went to Australia to be mentors for Film Victoria?  They stayed in a lovely Victorian spa town called Hepburn Springs, ate great food and drank great wine (Maggie) while each day having a couple of meetings with teams of filmmakers to discuss their scripts? Well one of the teams they mentored has a film opening in the U.S. and on demand tomorrow! It’s a crazy horror/comedy called 100 BLOODY ACRES. Watch the trailer below, and click here for the m
    AMIGO and the Baryo Living Museum
    • Jun 26, 2013

    AMIGO and the Baryo Living Museum

    All of you fans of AMIGO and particularly the AMIGO cast and crew will be glad to know that Baryo San Isidro lives. Under the direction of Cooper Resabal, the Baryo Living Museum incorporates our sets and costumes and many of the villagers who worked as extras in the movie. Don’t they look wonderful? Thanks, Coop. You can read more about the BLM on our blog by clicking here, and on the Baryo Amigo HQ blog by clicking here. #gallery-1 { margin: auto; } #gallery-1
    Video and Photos from Troubled Ocean Event at USC
    • Jun 20, 2013

    Video and Photos from Troubled Ocean Event at USC

    Back in April, John was part of an event at The Center for Transpacific Studies at USC called Troubled Ocean: Filmmakers Imagine the Pacific, along with director Vilsoni Hereniko. Photo Credit: Chris Santiago The Pacific has a vivid hold on the European and American imagination as a paradise, as a vast region of exploration, as a mystery. It has also been a place of conquest, colonization and war. In a one-day festival, screenings and discussions with filmmakers John Sayles a
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