• MAF is a 501C3 not for profit organization.

    WHAT MAF PROVIDES

    • Education
    • Actors list - casting calls
    • Crew calls
    • Screenings of regionally made films
    • Screenwriters group

    MISSION STATEMENT

    To bring the art of film to “Mid America” (Indiana and bordering states) by expanding awareness of and interest in the social and cultural impact of independent filmmaking.

    This will be achieved by providing educational, creative and financial assistance to residents of Mid America who recognize non-commercial film as an important art form through which ideas are expressed, and by awarding grants and providing fiscal sponsorship for film projects that would not otherwise be possible.

    MAF OFFICERS

    • President - Tim Richardson
    • Vice President -Ed Ernstes
    • Secretary - Rose Orvis
    • Treasurer - Rose Waldschmidt

    CONTACT US

    midamericafilm@gmail.com

    or use snail mail:

    Mid America Filmmakers

    P.O. Box 6065

    South Bend, IN 46660-6065

    VISIT US

    MAF Salons/meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month in the Cellar Door restaurant at the Ramada Plaza at 213 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SOUTH BEND, IN 46601 at 7:00 PM. Everyone is welcome!

    THANK YOU TO OUR
    GENEROUS FRIENDS, SPONSORS, AND DONORS

MAF AUTUMN SCREENING 2011

Friday, September 16 · 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Merriman’s Playhouse 

1211 Mishawaka Ave. South Bend, IN

Enjoy an evening of locally and regionally produced short films, then meet the filmmakers afterwards for a Q&A.

Admission is $5 at the door. Refreshments will be available and we ask that you please donate when enjoying them since all proceeds go towards the continued operation of Merriman’s Playhouse.

The Bridge trailer – Danielle Minnes
Romantic comedy, 2 min, Mishawaka/South Bend, IN
After a family tragedy, Carly Evans walked away from everything she ever knew. But then she unexpectedly receives a mysterious message about her purpose.

The Art of the Chase – Pat Toland, & Kelsie Kiley
Student Project, 5m, Notre Dame, IN
A playful pickup line turns into a game of cat and mouse between a waitress and a patron.

Greek to Me – Tim Richardson
Comedy, 16 min, South Bend, IN
This was created as a final project for IUSB’s acting for the camera class and offers a twist on Greek mythology.

Leah Not Leia – Thomas A. Johnson & Nathaniel Savidge
Comedy, 23 min, Noblesville, IN
A short film about how Star Wars can ruin your life.

Filmed on Location in Southwestern Michigan – Mark Willis
Music Video, 4 min, Niles, MI
A time-lapse short film filmed on location in southwestern Michigan.

Rick and Ilsa – Krissy Estada & Dan Moore
Student Project, 8 min, Notre Dame, IN
The afternoon matinee of Bogart and Bergman brings together two dreamers in this homage to the classic film.

Split up – Jon Simpkins
Student Project, 8 min, Mishawaka, IN
An inventor tries to impress his ex-girlfriend with a home-made teleporter. It doesn’t go well.

Rigamortis: A Zombie Love Story – Dave Dewes & Ted Campbell
Horror/comedy, 40 min, Chicago/Wisconsin
This romantic musical takes place shortly after humanity has put down a recent zombie outbreak.
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