Raindance Windsor/Detroit

Launching Early 2012

Welcome to Raindance Windsor-Detroit!

For many years, Windsor has talked about developing an infrastructure great enough to attract film producers from across Canada and the world.  Independent local filmmakers and entrepreneurs recognize the potential of the Windsor region therefore they began working together to put Windsor on the global map by sending out the message that this is destination for filmmakers.  We are honoured that Raindance Windsor-Detroit is one of the newest addition to Raindance family and the only chapter to bridge an International border.

Raindance Windsor-Detroit’s goals are to maximize the growth of local services, programs, talent and infrastructure.  As a non-profit organization dedicated to education and development of film, digital media and the creative arts in Windsor/Essex County and Detroit, we will provide real world education, develop membership, and will nurture network connections to the film industry.

Moreover, Raindance Windsor-Detroit will operate out of an old bingo hall on Ouellette Avenue in downtown Windsor that is currently undergoing renovations. The building will function as the Raindance Centre, housing dozens of local filmmakers, designers, artists and entrepreneurs from various backgrounds.

Raindance Windsor-Detroit was recently accepted by The City of Windsor Council for its Capitol Improvement Program (CIP) where it will benefit from reduced property taxes which in turn will allow the organization to “pay-it-forward” to all tenants that are dedicated to the growth and nurturing of the film, digital media and creative arts.

Join us in our pursuit to make Windsor-Detroit the place to be!

Marianne Jeney, Director
Contact:    marianne@raindancecanda.com

On the set of Baby Blues in fall of 2006, the minute the camera rolled on this Windsor-made indie film, it solidified for Marianne what she was born to do.  After completing school at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan in 2006 and moving back to Windsor, she quickly aligned herself with local and international filmmakers cultivating an eclectic and creative network that continues to grow.  For Marianne, being a member of the Raindance Windsor-Detroit team has provided an opportunity to help organize the region’s creative energy and to reach out in the community through resources such as Raindance International and Raindance Canada.

Marianne’s credits include  Baby Blues and Nara, as well as a variety of short films that include The Cello, Not Like You and most recently Little Brother.  In 2010, Marianne produced Nara, an indie horror film with Splice Productions, which went on to be festival favourite in the Mississauga and Hamilton Film Festivals.  Her credits also include producer’s assistant, production coordinator and script supervisor. She’s currently working Frenzy Films, Kickstand Entertainment, NAFTC Studio, Peerless Productions, Rocky Mountain Picture Company, Splice Productions and The Dot Film Company. Thanks to the many people she has collaborated with over the years Marianne has learned quickly how to apply her creativity and business sense to the art of filmmaking.  Moreover her passion for filmmaking has only become stronger. Marianne recently graduated with her Bachelor of Education from the University of Windsor.  She also holds an M.A. in Communications and Media Arts from Wayne State University, and a B.F.A. in Visual Arts from the University of Windsor.

Jeff Nadalin
Contact:    jeff@raindancecanada.com

Jeff Nadalin was born and raised in Windsor, Ontario where he recognized from an early age that his passion for film and Television would lead him to a career in motion pictures. Studying at Michigan’s Wayne State University, he began his film career working on a number of independent features including the festival favorite Things To Do (a feature comedy selected to both Slamdance and the Stockholm International Film Festival), NARA, and the controversial documentary Under False Pretenses, based on Vince Bugliosi’s The Prosecution of George W. Bush for Murder.

Jeff is the President and CEO of Kickstand Entertainment Inc., an independent production company founded in 2007 that collaborates with producers to bring projects to a wider audience and ultimately the Big Screen. His producing debut, Baby Blues reached number one at the box office in North America per screen average, earning three Rosie Award nominations including Best Feature and Best Writing. Kickstand Entertainment is currently developing a slate of films for the Canadian market and abroad.

Jeff is also serving as Producer or Executive Producer on several other productions including films in association with NAFTCi Studios, Frenzy Films, Splice Productions and the Dot Film Company. He also serves as producer for North American Film Theatrical Corporation, a distribution company building its own library.  Jeff is a founding member of Raindance Windsor-Detroit, and a member of the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television. Jeff also holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Windsor.

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Coming up…here’s a great event to start off and come meet the Windsor Detroit Team:

What?  Raindance Monthly Boozin’ n Schmoozin’
When?  Tuesday March 6th
What time?  8:00 – 10:00 pm
Where?  VERMOUTH BAR, 333 Ouellette Ave. Windsor, ON N9A 4J1

Raindance Windsor-Detroit Boozin’ n Schmoozin’

Join Marianne, Jeff and a great group of people for their first Raindance networking evening. Raindance’s monthly Boozin’ n Schmoozin’ is the place to be for indie filmmakers in the region who are going make a difference in the industry.

Come and meet filmmakers, introduce yourselves and talk about the work, the biz and how you’re gonna change the filmmaking landscape. And of course…start some collaborations. Great film ideas and partnerships almost always start over a pint and a great conversation!

Click here for more details.

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