NSI Feature First testimonials
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Adam Smoluk, Writer/Director, Foodland
“NSI was instrumental in helping me to take my feature to the next level. The program is inspiring and helped me develop my skills as a film professional. I will use the knowledge and contacts I've gained for the rest of my career.” Adam’s film Foodland premiered in December 2010.
Iain MacLeod, Writer/Director, World Leaders Gone Wild
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At the risk of turning into an even bigger cliché than I am already, I have to say once again, job very, very well done. Does it get boring to keep hearing that? Perhaps, but put very simply I think I may be in love with NSI."
Katherine Collins, Writer, The Berliner Complex
"It took a few days to recover from all the activities, but in a good way. Winnipeg provided many great memories and a lot of valuable leaving and networking experiences. Thank you to all for organizing such a great trip. I really did feel like a superstar. [NSI] Features First rules!"
Liz Jarvis, Producer, Seven Times Lucky
"[NSI] Features First gave our feature Seven Times Lucky
a huge boost at a critical time by introducing us to a variety of people who helped to make it happen, by delivering focused and relevant training, and by providing wonderful mentorship."
Raj Panikkar, Producer, The Leftover Bandit
“Our project is now miles ahead and we know exactly where we are going with it.”
Cher Hawrysh, Producer, Bitter Pills
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The Features First program provided an effective combination of workshops, relationship building, and self-directed development of the screenplay, and professional development."
Ben Mazzotta, Writer/Director, Emerge
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After the course, I’ve had no issues holding my own when talking to other professionals, networks, distributors or production companies. Saying I’m an NSI graduate makes them understand they’re dealing with someone who now knows the business."
Geoff Redknap, Writer/Director, Heaven's Door
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the program provides training which is second to none. The planning, structure and organization is thorough. The program leaders are great. I truly felt that they were working hard to pack as much as possible into the program and to adjust it for each participant. Overall, the program was a huge boost to my career."
Shereen Jerrett, Director, Rebel Angels
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Being considered a dramatic writer/director would not have happened without the help of the 'industry stamp of approval' that comes with working through Features First."