nov 10-14 2010 - Rehoboth Beach Film Society

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moRRIs and Roslyn fIeRbeRg sTudenT fIlm aWaRd
both morris and Roz were actively involved in the development of the Rehoboth beach Film
Society and its award-winning Rehoboth beach independent Film Festival. in the Festival’s
early years, their retail skills were instrumental in starting a merchandise booth. they
also assisted with reviewing films, recruiting additional volunteers, and encouraging others
to attend the Festival. being quite resourceful, Roz and morris persuaded two of their
sons, andy and Stephen, to participate by facilitating seminars, allowing their films to be
exhibited, and conducting Q&a(s) after film screenings. the involvement of the Fierberg
family is greatly appreciated.
the morris and Roslyn Fierberg Student Film award was established in 2004 in memory of
morris Fierberg. the fund’s name was expanded to include Roslyn just prior to her passing
in 2010.
the purpose of this award program is to encourage student film production by
acknowledging the outstanding work of a student film director. Full-time high school or
undergraduate students from the United States are eligible to participate.
each year a review panel, consisting of (1) Fierberg family member or representative, a
teacher or professional in the film production area or art field, and the Film Society’s
education/outreach coordinator, screen each submission and rate the films on originality,
execution, (technical proficiency in four areas) and overall quality. award recipients are
announced in october each year. the first place award is a $1,000 cash prize and the
honorable mention award is a $250 gift card.
The RehoboTh beaCh fIlm soCIeTy Is pleased To announCe The folloWIng
2010 moRRIs and Roslyn fIeRbeRg sTudenT fIlm aWaRd ReCIpIenTs:
fIRsT plaCe: Cornelius murphy
Cornelius Murphy earned his B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, New York,
in May of 2010. This fall, he is attending Emerson’s MFA program on a full scholarship. His
film, Breadwinner, examines a strained father-son relationship. The protagonist, Douglas,
is a hardworking, self-made man while his father, Leonard, is an often out of work writer
who couldn’t provide stability for Douglas as a child. As Douglas reflects on the father-son
relationship, he at first feels disdain for his father, but slowly begins to question whether he
ever knew his father at all. [2009, Runtime: 10 min, Not rated]
honoRable menTIon: matt hilferty
Matt Hilferty is a recent graduate of Drexel University’s Film & Video program. He is currently
a freelance video editor and is in the writing stages of several projects, with plans to eventually
write and direct in Hollywood. His Honorable Mention film, Rob Roar, is a fantasy/comedy
about an office employee named Bill, who is overworked and underappreciated. But Bill’s life
is turned upside down when Method actor/action star joins the office staff under the guise of
“researching” his next big role! [2010, Runtime: 12 min, Not rated]
the Film Society invites film enthusiasts, supporters of the Film Society, as well as friends and family
members of the Fierberg to make donations to the Morris and Roslyn Fierberg Student Film award. it is
through donor generosity and the future generosity of others, that the Film Society will be able to continue
Morris’ commitment to youth and the art of filmmaking. if you are interested in making a donation to the
Morris and Roslyn Fierberg Student Film award, please send a check to RBFS, 107 truitt ave., Rehoboth
Beach, De 19971. all donations are tax deductible. Your support is appreciated.