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The documentary Haunted Charleston, directed by Kevin Harrison and produced by Jeff Nickles, is slated to premiere at the upcoming Charleston International Film Festival. The American Theater (446 King Street) will host all screenings as Opening Night kicks off the four day event on Thursday, April 8 at 7:00 PM.

Watch the trailer

‘Haunted Charleston’ 60 second trailer from PDA Video on Vimeo.

About the documentary:

By rambling through the often forgotten enclaves of the Holy City, author Ed Macy brings the viewer face to face with a group of orphans who haunt a College of Charleston dorm, a shoe salesman who haunts the 10th floor of the Francis Marion Hotel and many other stories.

Macy leaves embellishment by the wayside to let these stories — in ghastly and dreadful detail — tell themselves. Based on historical events and specific details that are often lost in our general notion of ghosts, each haunting encounter will send chills through the viewer.

About the Festival:

The 3rd Annual Charleston International Film Festival (CIFF), South Carolina’s premiere event for independent filmmakers and film enthusiasts, will play host to over 50 films, from 6 different countries, with most from the U.S., and 14 from filmmakers in the southeast region and the Lowcountry, ranging in categories from features, shorts, documentaries and animation.  The official selection will represent the pinnacle of independent filmmaking talent from around the world.   The full schedule with film details, pictures and trailers, as well as screenplay finalists are all online at www.CharlestonIFF.com.

At the onset of Charleston Fashion Week I am always taken by the event team’s ability to deliver fresh looks year after year. I have to say that this year is my favorite yet. Clean lines, great visuals, unique video elements – all focused on the art and artists. You will even see music video style designer profiles edited with custom DJ tracks. They have really put the rock in fashion this year.

Last night’s kickoff was highly entertaining and the standing room only crowd was electrified. With the Style Lounge and bar services in a separate tent this year, all of the main tent’s energy is directed at what is happening on the stage. And there is a lot to see. Each night this week has a great draw, so you will not be disappointed if you plan to go every night. Tonight’s featured designer is Project Runway’s Mychael Night. Check the CFW schedule for more lowdown.

PDA is proud to provide Charleston Fashion Week with technical event production and video production services.

Nicole Garrigan nicole@pdastage.com

Charleston International Film Festival – Trailer by PDA Video on Vimeo.

The 3rd Annual Charleston International Film Festival  is on the horizon and is bringing with it four days of films from all genres, as well as industry panels and workshops. A great place for film lovers and filmmakers alike. Visit the CIFF Facebook page for program updates and interesting film related articles.

Priding ourselves on unique and original work, PDA Video is known for delivering an artistic message designed to engage an audience and deliver results for the client. In a world where video can appear stale, staged and flat, PDA Video delivers cinematic impact on each project it produces. Contact tim@pdastage.com to learn more.

PDA’s aDayInTheLife series presents – Yoga Benefits from PDA Video on Vimeo.

As part of PDA’s aDayInTheLife series, here is a short the PDA Video created for Caryn Antos’ Yoga Benefits, a youth scholastic program that brings yoga to elementary school students. This video was shot at Memminger Elementary in Charleston, SC. I think it speaks for itself.

Shot by Kevin Harrison entirely using the Canon 5D with an L-series 24mm – 70mm lens and an L-series 70-200mm zoom lens and a Manfrotto monopod.

Nicole Garrigan  nicole@pdastage.com

A day in the life of guitarist Lee Barbour. This was shot by PDA Video in Charleston, SC with a Canon 5D Mark II. Music by Lee Barbour .

aDayInTheLife of guitarist Lee Barbour from PDA Video on Vimeo.

In Charleston we don’t have to look far to find kindness. Encounters can be as simple as someone holding the door open for you or as impressive as the story of a life spent in service to our community.  Charleston Magazine brings together a group of unique citizens each year to honor them for selfless, often serial acts of kindness. This year’s Charleston Magazine Giving Back Awards was held September 24 at McCrady’s Restaurant.

PDA Video produced six video profiles tell the stories of hope, kindness and true dedication.

PDA is one company with many solutions. We specialize in state of the art productions and installations, providing lighting, audio, video production and special effects. Priding ourselves on unique and original work, PDA Video is known for delivering an artistic message designed to engage an audience and deliver results for the client. In a world where video can appear stale, staged and flat, PDA Video delivers cinematic impact on each project it produces.

Contact:  Nicole Garrigan, PDA Director of Marketing nicole@pdastage.com

The designer profile created by PDA Video for Carol Hannah Whitfield (Charleston Fashion Week ‘08 Designer) and Charleston Fashion Week made it to Project Runway.  Carol Hannah is officially in the season 6 filming now. Project Runway premieres on Lifetime Thursday, August 20 at 10:00pm.

You can see the video on Lifetime’s website

Charleston magazine’s Charleston Fashion Week is a five-night celebration of the Charleston’s flourishing retail and design community featuring runway shows from local retailers, the Bridal Couture Show, and the debut of emerging regional designers in the southeast. For more information visit http://www.charlestonfashionweek.com . CFW 2009 was named as one of The Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events in March 2009. Mark your calendars for the next “haute “-est event: March 16-20, 2010.

About PDA Video:  Spearheaded by Kevin Harrison and Tim McManus, PDA Video brings our clients the expertise of our award-winning documentaries, marketing films and multi-media projects.

Priding ourselves on unique and original work, PDA Video is known for delivering an artistic message designed to engage an audience and deliver results for the client. In a world where video can appear stale, staged and flat, PDA Video delivers cinematic impact on each project it produces. Contact:  tim@pdastage.com

PDA Video and Obviouslee Marketing conducted a video shoot for Horne/Guest last week. Here’s a sneak peek.

Links:

www.pdastage.com

www.obviouslee.com

www.horneguest.com

This video was created for abundatrade.com using stop still animation – a very cool and organic effect. abundatrade.com provides an opportunity for consumers to recycle media (CD’s DVD’s and books), trading them in for cash or other stuff.

More details? Contact Tim McManus: tim@pdastage.com

AbundaTrade Stop Sill Animation from PDA Video on Vimeo.

PDA’s video marketing authority Tim McManus was part of a presentation for American Marketing Association professionals.  The crux of the message was that companies have adapted to the evolution of video and tell their stories with unique messaging through a variety of accessible channels.

Check out Tim’s Presentation:  Video and Your Marketing Plan

Additional links: http://blog.blueion.com/2009/05/12/ama-multimedia-panel/