April 2003
IM BACK!
Wondering why it's all been a little quiet in recent months? Well I was off presenting and co-producing a Video Games review show. I have now launched a new Movies site at: www.Film-Reviews.net and encourage you all to check it out!

BOX OF TRICKS UPDATE
Work is continuing on 'Box of Tricks', my 10 minute animated project. I hope to have it ready for the Bristol Animation Festival in May. Visit www.boxoftricks.moonfruit.com for the latest on this cartoon!

ANNECY ANIMATION FESTIVAL
I will be attending the Annecy Animation Festival in France this year, and would like to hear from others that will be at the event. Contact mocfilms@aol.com

SHOWREEL NOW AVAILABLE
Mark O'Connell is pleased to announce the release of his new showreel. To obtain a copy, please visit the 'Showreel' link to your left!

BOX OF TRICKS DEFINATIVE VERSION
My 3 minute short 'Box of Tricks' was originally written as a 10 minute piece. However, due to project limitations at university, I had to sacrifice important scenes to maintain it's length. Now, with no such restraints, Im pleased to annouce that work on a FULL version of the cartoon is underway.
If you think you have something to offer this project, please contact me at mocfilms@aol.com for further details.

CALLING ALL FILM REVIEWERS!
Ever aspired to be a film reviewer? MOC Films has launched a new media review website, giving you the chance to share your valued opinions with a growing audience! Simply visit www.atthemovies.moonfruit.com and post your views for the World to see!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
I would like to personally wish everyone of our visitors a safe, and happy new year!
This is an exciting time for MOC Films. Work is well underway on the Fly Fighter series, and other projects are in various stages of development. MOC Films website has become more expansive, as it welcomes a new review website. We have also produced a line of official merchandise, offering T-Shirts, calenders, mouse mats, and other great items. Please visit www.cafepress.com/mocfilms/ for your piece of the action!

NEW ANIMATED SHORT IN THE WORKS
Since completing 'Box of Tricks' last June, I have been focusing my attention on creating a new series of animated cartoons, currently title 'Fly Fighter' (all will become clear later!). I am ahead of schedule, and the first cartoon is already 50 percent complete. I have just launched a dedicated mini site for the cartoon, which can be found by visiting www.flyfighter.moonfruit.com. I have also started to storyboard the second cartoon in the series, which will go into production the second the first one is complete. Stay tuned to this site in the coming weeks for the latest news on this exciting new project!
If everything goes to schedule, I plan to premiere Fly Fighter at the Annecy Animation Festival, France in June 2003.

MOVIE NEWS!
I have recently added a Movie News section to www.MOCFILMS.com. The section is entitled 'Movie World' and features the best daily film news. The page is proving very popular, and I have received encouraging feedback. It has already produced 1500 extra hits to the site, and is growing in popularity every day. Go check out the latest news at www.mocfilms.com! Then pop back tomorrow for even more news!

NEW PROJECT IN THE WORKS!
Asides from my animated projects, I am currently in the process of developing a short LIVE ACTION film. The story follows a student's adventures during a night out! It keeps with the wacky humour applied to my animated features, but features a slightly more 'adult' feel. It is currently storyboarded and am looking for a number of extras to take part. If you are interested then please email me at the usual address. (mark@mocfilms.com)

SITE NEWS: NEW ONLINE STORE!
I am pleased to announce the addition of an online store to MOCToons.com! We have joined forces with Amazon.co.uk to offer you a selection of products at unbeatable prices! Featured items include graphics tablets, animation software and books. For the full range of products, please visit the ONLINE STORE page and take advantage of the low prices!

GOT A SITE?
We are currently considering offers for link exchanges. All sites are considered. Please email mark@mocfilms.com with your suggestions.
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