The Fuzzies will screen at Sound of Silent Film Festival in Chicago

Written By Josh Funk

APR 16 & 23,  2022

SOUND OF SILENT FILM FESTIVAL

ACM’s popular Sound of Silent Film Festival, now in its 17th year, is a unique event featuring new short silent films in every conceivable genre screened with newly-composed musical scores performed live.

On April 16th, they will present a new program of modern silent films live at the Music Box Theater, and virtually the following week. The virtual presentation will also be available on demand from that point forward. 

This year, the ten films featured were selected from a field of just under 80 submissions from 16 countries, by a panel consisting of a range of artistic professionals including filmmakers Lisa Barcy, Max Cianci, & Tim Leichty. Ranging from poignant and fantastical (Elsewhere by Leah Bleich), grotesque and experimental (Stinger by Chicago filmmaker Brian Zahm), powerful social commentary (Kilter by Rob Stanton-Cook), and even puppetry, mixed media, and live action all rolled into one (Gut Feelings by Vanessa S. Valliere & John Gregorio), each film was selected solely on the basis of its particular craft, potential appeal to audiences and likelihood to inspire creative music.

HOURS

Saturday, April 16,  7:15 PM

Saturday, April 23, 8:00 PM Central (virtual presentation)

LOCATION

Music Box Theater
3733 N. Southport Ave.
$30 general, $15 student with ID
$15 virtual

Parking is limited to street parking

Josh Funk
I am an artist and filmmaker from Chico, CA specializing in dark and quirky creations that emphasize fantasy and imagination. Using practical methods such as stop-motion animation, illustration, props and elaborate sets, I strive for stunning and memorable images in all of my work. I began my career drawing and designing concert posters for bands, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Chico in 2007, founded the Design firm, Code Nine Design in 2008 and created an instructional Magic Graphic Novel (Sinful) in 2009 for Wayne Houchin (Discovery Channel Host of "Breaking Magic"). In 2013 I released my first stop-motion animated short film Wormholes and am currently developing a live action/stop-motion film titled The Spaceman. I am very passionate about creating and collaborating and look forward to the coming years and what challenges and opportunities they may bring. EMPLOYMENT: Producer, Director Heavy Signal January 2012 – Present (3 years)Chico, california area Producer and Director for Music Videos and short films including the stop-motion animated short "Wormholes". I am currently in production on the live-action / stop-motion film "The Spaceman" due out in February, 2015. Freelance: Illustration / Stop-Motion Animation / Design June 2000 – Present (14 years 7 months)Chico, California Area Illustration: My illustration work specializes in mixing pencil and digital mediums together. My subject matter is strongly based on character design, animals, and other worldly creatures. Stop-Motion Animation: I have experience animating, creating storyboards, puppet, & set design for stop-motion animated projects. Design: My design focuses on album covers, movie posters, and promotional materials within the entertainment industries. Songwriting & Music Production June 1996 – Present (18 years 7 months)Chico, California Area Songwriting and Music Production for albums, independent films and instructional DVDs released worldwide. Visiting Lecturer California State University, Chico September 2014 – September 2014 (1 month) Lectured on my experience with Stop-Motion Animation, book illustration, filmmaking and how to use your art degree after graduation. Freelance Writer Videomaker July 2013 – January 2014 (7 months)Videomaker Stop-Motion animation writer for Videomaker.com on the topic of Stop-Motion Animation Techniques. Creative Consultant WH Entertainment March 2013 – July 2013 (5 months) Creative Consultant and Art Director for the world touring production "Moments of Insanity". Owner, Designer Code Nine Design LLC July 2008 – December 2011 (3 years 6 months) A Northern California based Design Firm that focused on Illustration, Branding Campaigns within the Music & Entertainment Industry, & Web Design. EDUCATION: California State University-Chico B.A, Art Studio 2004 – 2007 In Drawing & Electronic Art. Minor in Art History. INTERESTS: - Stop-Motion Animation - Illustration - Filmmaking
www.joshfunk.com
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