MFF NYC 2013 Day 2 Recap

September 30, 2013

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How can a Friday morning start off badly, when you get to hop on the BSA and the Ural Side Car rig and throw on custom Biltwell helmets, hand painted by the team over at Indian Larry Motorcycles?

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Friday morning, before the screening, we were able to make a little time with the 2013 Judges to gab, and do a little 2014 planning. We cannot wait to unveil the coming year’s updates. Sign up for blog posts by email to keep yourself in the know. Theres a sign up button over on the right –>

(photo courtesy of Lady Hump)

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The 6:30pm screening of the short film Black Kat, followed by the narrative feature The Best Bar In America played to a packed house at Saint Vitus, and the response to the films was wonderful.

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Everyone was crazy about this year’s merch. If you didn’t get a chance to pick up an MFF skull logo, shirt, or a Adam Nickel designed shirt and poster, check out the online store. We’ve gotcha covered.

The after party was a blast with DJ Sommer Santoro of Black Gold spinning vinyl, and bands, Wailin Storms, Liquor Store and Tombstone Brawlers killed it. So good!

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then it was off to bed, to get up and do it all again Saturday. Thanks to everyone who came out!


Day 1 recap and Day 2 updates!

September 28, 2013
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Well,   yesterday was amazing! We picked up Stacie bright and early. threw her in the Ural Sidecar rig and headed over to see Chris at Jupiter’s Motorcycles to get her on a Beemer. Look how excited she was when she found out we pulled off a GS650 for her!
 Over at Over The Eight, David Browning of E3 Motorcycles and photographer for Iron & Air  had the awesome ‘Ride & Repeat’ set up and snapped folks pictures as they rolled in (just wait til you see the actual portraits, not my iphone shots)…Look at that cute couple!

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(The Vintagent, photographed by The Selvedge Yard)

The ‘Ride & Repeat’ is set today 5-6:30pm at Saint Vitus, and will be again tomorrow from 3-7pm. Come get your picture took!

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(Ryan Handt Photography)

The first screening of the first ever, first annual Motorcycle Film Festival was a huge success. We were so proud to stand on stage with 3 out of 5 of our international panel of judges: Paul, JP, and Stacie, in front of a packed house to watch The Spare Parts Company, and Why We Ride.

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 (Ryan Handt Photography)

We were thrilled to have, up from Philadelphia,  the subject and the filmmaker of The Spare Parts Company present for a Q&A after the films. Such interesting stories. Thanks guys.

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After the screening we rode over to Lone Wolf to see Hector’s Pets, The Tough Shits, and The Andy Animal Family Band. I know I’m biased, but holy shit that was an amazing after party!

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The bands rocked (check them all out), and the house was PACKED!

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In between sets, Lucky winner Naomi won the MFF raffle bag valued at $2000+. It included 2 Motorcycle Safety Foundation vouchers to attend their Basic Rider/Advanced course, a gift certificate for Indian Larry’s Motorcyles, Motocross boots from metro Racing, a directional wallet from Cotterpin Gear and so much more. Don’t miss tonight and Saturday night’s raffles!

…Ok back to the MFF (i’m writing this from a corner at Saint Vitus). See you at the flicks!


And They’re Off! The 1st MFF Is Under Way!

September 26, 2013
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Thanks to everybody who came out tonight for a killer Cine Meccanica kickoff to the 1st Motorcycle Film Festival! We had a great crowd tonight and we’re super stoked for tomorrow’s first official screening. Great bikes, great people, and an awesome movie (yes Paul, I really am glad you finally got me to see the Loveless) set the right tone for the rest of the week. Having our friends Stacie London and Paul “the Vintagent” d’Orleans in town was just extra epic icing on the massive cake of radness.
Anyways, a few quick housekeeping notes for tomorrow’s screening of The Spare Parts Company & Why We Ride as well as the afterparty at Lone Wolf with the Andy Animal Family Band/The Tough Shits/Hector’s Pets in Bushwick. First, huge thanks to all of our VIP Pass Holders for helping us get the festival off the ground! Without your support, this never could have happened. Just a heads up though, in order to ensure your seat at all screenings, you must be there ahead of time and in line. Our ticket sales day of will be based on number of VIPs in attendance. So get there ahead of time to grab that good seat. THIS GOES FOR ALL SCREENINGS!

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2nd, the after-party tomorrow has some really epic bands and we’re stoked to announce a $2 beer special brought to you by our friends at PBR and Lone Wolf. But get there early because it only lasts for a little while. [Editors Note: WHOA HOLY CRAP KENT JONES, DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING AT THE NY FILM FESTIVAL JUST MENTIONED A “FILM FESTIVAL ABOUT MOTORCYCLES” ON NPR! WE’RE BIG TIME NOW BABY!]

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Finally, we’ve got an amazing raffle tomorrow night valued at a hair over $2000 with killer prizes from a bunch of our great sponsors. Tickets are 1 for $5 and 5 for $20. Stay tuned for a post in the AM with more info.

And now I’m completely exhausted.

See you at the flicks!


1 day to go: Updates and see you tonight at the Pre Party!

September 25, 2013
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Yowsa! The updates are coming in to fast to post. Here’s a few updates…
Dear friend of the MFF Jessica Meany spent all day yesterday over at Haven Press hand silkscreening the limited edition, 1st Annual 2013 MFF posters designed by Adam Nickel. Wait til you see them in person, they look amazing!

Limited edition 2013 posters, hand silkscreened on 100cc French Paper, measuring  22″ x 14″, will be available for purchase at the festival and online shortly. Check out the MFF STORE.

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Last night we had a few friends over to do some DIY prep for the fest. Programs and VIP passes were assembled, T-Shirts folded, and sponsor contributions for the unbelievable Raffle Bags (one bag for each of the Thursday, Friday and Saturday after parties) valuing an average of $2000 each! were sorted. It took all night, but while the assembly line churned, we cooked them up a lovely dinner of linguini & mussels in a white wine butter sauce, mozzarella & prosciutto on tomato slices, perfectly rare steak, and a nice bottle of wine. Thanks guys!

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Adam Nickel designed 2013 T-Shirts have arrived!

these are 2 color ink on a super soft and fitted, heathered black tee. These are 2013 collector shirts, and will only be in production for a few months.  Limited quantities will be available for purchase at the festival for $30. They are also available online at the MFF STORE.

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That’s it for now. See you tonight at Lady Jay’s for the first annual MFF 2013 pre party!

7pm: Roll by for a PBR, chat with the filmmakers, founders and judges, AND for our  VIP Passholders, there is FREE BBQ, courtesy of Lady Jay’s. BBQ is also available for purchase.

8pm stick around for a screening of the 1986 classic ‘The Loveless’ presented by MFF Judge Paul d’Orleans (The Vintagent) &  Cine Meccanica, the infamous free, weekly vehicular film night hosted by MFF Co-Founder Corinna Mantlo. Free popcorn, Juke Box Meccanica, and $2 Bingo for prizes (which will include festival tickets)! Event Details and FREE RSVP HERE.

READ Paul’s review of The Loveless HERE.

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The 2013 Trophies!

September 24, 2013

It is with our great pleasure that we unveil the custom, hand made trophies that will be awarded to 5 deserving filmmakers this Saturday, September 28th at the 1st annual MFF Award Ceremony!!
These trophies were made possible by a collaboration of wonderful, talented folks. Have a look…

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For the Winning Short FilmFeature Documentary, and Feature Narrative awards, the trophies started as Thinline Seats – Pans & Foam and Macho Negro Seat Hinges from the awesome guys over at Biltwell Inc.

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These went over to MFF Co-Founder, Corinna Mantlo (Via Meccanica Custom Upholstery) for some fancy custom leather covers, applique and stitching.

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The image depicted is of course, the MFF logo designed by tattoo artist Rick Schenk.

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Then we called our friends over at 2nd Stroke Mopeds, to make up the Best Of Fest, and People’s Choice trophies. Ain’t those wee little pistons cute?!

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When finished, those went right over the the amazing, multi talented Dan Bones for hand engraving.  Wow!

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People’s Choice winner will be based on ballots at every screening so See some flicks and cast some votes! And, buy your VIP Full Access Passes today to gain access to the Award Ceremony, meet the Filmmakers, Hosts, and Judges and check out the 2013 trophies in person.

See you at the flicks,

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