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Filmmaker Phoenix Quwais Affirms His Creed with His Quwais Dictum
Auteur filmmaker Phoenix Quwais is proud to announce, and magnanimously so, that his filmmaking code, "The Quwais Dictum" has been officially sent out to the heads of the Academy of Motion Pictures, BAFTA, and the Directors Guild of America. In the spirit of Dogme 95, "The Quwais... - March 26, 2019 - Phoenix Quwais
Empire State Comic Con Returns to the Albany Capital Center
Second annual pop culture event brings in fans to meet legendary actors and artists to the Capital District. - March 25, 2019 - Altered Reality Entertainment, LLC
Bruce Nachsin Wins "Best Actor" Three Times in One Week
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Nachsin wins "Best Actor" at three film festivals in one week. - March 22, 2019 - Dark Specter
Phoenix Quwais Wraps Production on Stultus Nothi
Auteur filmmaker Phoenix Quwais is elated to announce that production on his experimental feature documentary has wrapped. The film is slated for release on VOD later in the year and is the filmmaker's fifth film "demonstration" as he puts it, ahead of his next project, a short film... - March 21, 2019 - Phoenix Quwais
Global Premiere: INFLUENCER - An Inside Look at the Digital Revolution
INFLUENCER is a documentary featuring top tech and media CEO's and social media influencers. It takes you on a journey not only inside the mind of social media stars, but the technology that made all of this possible, over the last few decades. - March 16, 2019 - BINGE Networks, LLC
Forgotten Space Artist and Filoli Architect Returns to Woodside, CA in Award-Winning Documentary
For decades, Chesley Bonestell's awe-inspiring paintings of planets and galaxies have transported people through and beyond our solar system. Born in San Francisco and a resident of Berkeley and Carmel, California, Mr. Bonestell has been called "The Father of Space Art" and was even a... - March 13, 2019 - Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future
Can Reis Studios Save the Romantic Comedy by Giving an Update to When Harry Met Sally?
Upcoming romantic comedy from Reis Studios is being dubbed the new generation's When Harry Met Sally. - March 12, 2019 - Reis Studios
Golden State Film Festival Announces Opening Night Party and Panel on Film Commissions
2019 Golden State Film Festival announces opening events and party. The Goldden State Film Festival will screen over 300 independent films at TCL Chinese Theaters. - March 11, 2019 - Golden State Film Festival
Local Sheroes to Celebrate Women’s History Month, at Westfield Mall Culver City, for All-Female Comic-Con, SheroCon 2019
This Women’s History Month, Marvel’s Captain Marvel won’t be the only Shero making history. Local comic creator and Shero Comics CEO, Shequeta L. Smith has partnered up with Westfield Culver City Mall to host what will be Los Angeles’ first ever female-themed pop-up... - March 11, 2019 - Shero Comics
Award-Winning Film about Forgotten “Father of Space Art” is an Official Selection at Sonoma International Film Festival
With Best Documentary Awards on two coasts, "Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future" continues to celebrate as an "Official Selection" of the 22nd Annual Sonoma International Film Festival. - March 10, 2019 - Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future
A San Francisco Encore as Sold-Out Chesley Bonestell Film Returns to The Roxie
Few things can raise such ambivalence in a film producer or a theater owner as “sold out” seating. On one hand, there’s the obvious excitement of a full house but, on the flip side, it means you’ve likely had to turn away fans looking forward to enjoying a comfortable... - March 10, 2019 - Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future
The Face of Climate Change
A Master of Disasters shows how he can help bring Climate Change to its knees. - March 09, 2019 - Carl Bistrack
From Amy Lee to Robbie Williams, Many International Artists Choose Seenfilm (Stop Motion Animation Studio, Paper Videos Only) to Entrust Their Music Videos
Seenfilm: They make paper videos only; Robbie Williams Music Video “The Impossible” - March 04, 2019 - Stefano Bertelli
Mr. Cameron Mathison, Actor and Host, Plays for Perthes
The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, dedicated to improving research, education, advocacy and awareness of Perthes Disease will be featured on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” this month. The show will air on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 on the nationally syndicated show. Cameron Mathison... - February 21, 2019 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation
VOS Digital Media Group Enters Into Content Distribution Agreement with Internet Video Archive, Featuring Largest Collection of Movie and Video Game Trailers
IVA and VOS will provide access to the hottest trending movies, TV shows or celebrities in entertainment. - February 19, 2019 - Icaro Media Group
The Bachelor: Princess Edition - a Parody Webseries by Perfectly Serious Productions, an Up-and-Coming YouTube Channel
The Bachelor: Princess Edition is a parody of the show “The Bachelor” featuring twelve princesses as the contestants and a prince as the bachelor. The princesses will compete for Prince Charming’s heart through the course of six short episodes through one-on-one dates and other... - February 17, 2019 - Perfectly Serious Productions
Media Personality, Kimberly D. Worthy, Teams Up with Actor Chris Noel on New Docu-series "If I WERE..."
"IF I WERE..." is an unscripted docu-series that deals with controversial issues such as race relations, sexual orientation, socioeconomic issues, and immigration laws. - February 15, 2019 - Denise S'llure Publishing & Production Company, LLC
Accomplished American Filmmaker, Dwight H. Little to Direct Tiger Heart; a Revealing Project Centered Around Tiger Poaching, to be Filmed in India in 2019
Most known for directing Hollywood blockbusters Marked for Death, Rapid Fire, Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home, Murder at 1600, Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers and Anaconda 2; Little has also found success directing highly acclaimed US television series such as 24, Sleepy Hollow, Prison... - February 12, 2019 - Roaming Rickshaw Films
New Post-WW1 Thriller Reflects on the Igniting Conflict Between the U.S. and Iran
Inspired by actual events in 1924 Persia, "In the Shadow of the Kingmakers" brings voice to the human sufferings of the political lust for domination. - February 12, 2019 - Stormtop Publishing
Lunchtime Is Over: Combat Comedy Short Film Released on YouTube
Bruce Nachsin, creator of the Dark Specter series, makes directorial debut in Lunchtime Is Over, an office combat comedy. - February 11, 2019 - Dark Specter
Award Winning Superhero Short "Dark Specter 2" to be Featured at Multiple Film Festivals
Dark Specter 2 peaks the interest of film festivals with its unique take on the superhero genre. - February 11, 2019 - Dark Specter
She TV Media Creating Empowering Documentary Series
Scars Unseen - a new documentary series, aims to illuminate the power of healing, de-stigmatize victimhood, and encourage open communication about the causes, treatment, and prevention of domestic abuse. Domestic abuse doesn’t have to be our reality. Join in discovering how to disrupt the cycle of abuse. - February 11, 2019 - She TV Media
Indican Pictures First Russian/Irish Co-Production Comes to VOD
Indican Pictures releases the first Irish and Russian co-production filmed in Russia, "Moscow Never Sleeps" for Valentine’s Day. The film, like that famous holiday, involves dramatic settings of the Russian capital with infidelities, corruption, rebellion and fame. A mix of... - February 06, 2019 - Indican Pictures
Newcomer Angelo Reyes Makes Waves in Directorial Debut with Short Film on Human Trafficking
Writer and actor Angelo Reyes will make his directorial debut with Groomed, a short film set to premiere during this year’s 2019 Richmond International Film & Music Festival (RIFF). - February 05, 2019 - Reyes Productions
British Actress Joins New TV Drama "Illville"
Actress Janine Gateland does a dramatic performance in new show. - February 04, 2019 - Janine Gateland
Tina Louise (Ginger of Gilligan's Island) Like You've Never Seen Her Before
Film and TV Icon Tina Louise, best known for her role as Ginger on "Gilligan's Island," plays the matriarch of a family that is crumbling. She is the glue that holds together a family comprised of a son (Stephen Baldwin) who has struggles in all facets of his life, and her husband (veteran actor Burt Young) is well-intentioned, but clearly, it is Tina's character (Rose Goodwin) that is the head of the clan. When she becomes ill, the Goodwin family has to consider life without her. - February 01, 2019 - Tapestry
The Saudi General Entertainment Authority and Hero Ventures Presents: "The Marvel Experience"; Saudi Arabia Will be the First Country in the Region to Feature This Event
In a pioneering move within the entertainment sector of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Marvel Experience virtual reality event is set to be held in Jeddah and Riyadh consecutively. This touring event is expected to be an exciting entertainment milestone and is happening in the region for the... - January 28, 2019 - General Entertainment Authority
Stephen Baldwin, Burt Young and Tina Louise Star in Newly Released Faith-Based Family Drama "Tapestry"
A film with a lot of heart. Stephen Baldwin plays Ryan Goodwin, a regular middle-aged man with problems at his job, in his marriage and with his other family relationships. When he hits rock bottom, the love of his father (Burt Young) and the spirituality of his mother (Tina Louise) set him on a course for redemption. Available on Amazon Prime Video. Distributor: Bridgestone Multimedia - January 28, 2019 - Tapestry
Ironsgate Films Present: Binary Star - New Interactive On-Demand Series
Pre-Production has started on a new format Interactive Web-Series. Alexander Hathaway has been announced as the series lead character. - January 28, 2019 - Ironsgate Films
Seven Seconds Star Signs with Abrams Artist Agency
Corey Champagne takes his talent to Abrams. - January 26, 2019 - Corey Champagne
Adorable and Talented Child Actor Gavin Warren All Set for His New Role in "The Descendant"
“I like dark and scary movies, it’s definitely different to what I have done in the past but I like the challenge.” - Gavin Warren - January 25, 2019 - Gavin Warren
Michael Terence Publishing Announce the Release of Old Souls, a Screenplay by Jamie Stewart & Liam Lennon
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce the release of Old Souls – a screenplay by Jamie Stewart & Liam Lennon. - January 23, 2019 - Michael Terence Publishing
Art Fort Lauderdale Announces Sponsors for Third Edition January 24-27, 2019 at New Boarding Location Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina
Art Fort Lauderdale welcomes new sponsors including Bank of America, JM Lexus and Moet & Chandon to Art Fort Lauderdale 2019. - January 19, 2019 - Art Fort Lauderdale
Matt Nable Latest to Join Talented Line Up on Aussie Documentary Exposing the Highs and Lows of Creatives Struggling in the Film Industry
Created and Directed by Shaun Anthony Robinson and Produced by Lucinda Bruce (Lady of the Light Productions), “That's Not a Knife” is for anyone with a dream; the underdog story of an actor, who fights back against the odds by overcoming his own fears and creating his own path to Hollywood, documenting his journey along the way. He meets other actors who share their own fears and insecurities with him, helping help him to understand his own journey better and inspire others to do the same. - January 18, 2019 - Lady of the Light Productions Pty Ltd
Submissions Open for 2nd Edition of Golden State Film Festival, to be Held March 22-28, 2019 at the TCL Chinese Theater, Hollywood, CA
Submissions are open for the Golden State Film Festival to be held at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood California. - January 17, 2019 - Golden State Film Festival
New Film Dedicated to DACA Dreamers Dramatizes How Life Can be for Them in Mexico
ES Creative Gang, a Multi-cultural Creative Services company and Producer/Director Luis Luna Estrada release “One Night in Mexico” and soon will release “Una Noche en Mexico,” a unique film project producing two films simultaneously in English and Spanish, a creative endeavor 15 years in the making. - January 17, 2019 - ES Creative Gang
National Human Trafficking Awareness Month
YouCanFreeUs, an international human rights organization fighting modern slavery around the world, is launching "Switch," a short film to bring awareness to the problem of modern slavery. This powerful film will be launched on January 22, 2019. www.youcanfree.us - January 15, 2019 - YouCanFreeUs Foundation
GoFundMe Campaign Launch to Help Underprivileged Kids Go Higher, Further, Faster
Yes Virginia, there are women superheroes. The marvel universe is about to become a lot more marvelous with their upcoming release of Captain Marvel. A true hero and perfect role model for little girls this film is bound to inspire the imagination and remind young girls that they can reach higher,... - January 11, 2019 - NubianFlix™
Phoenix Quwais is Working on Stultus Nothi
Auteur filmmaker Phoenix Quwais is proud to announce production has begun on his fifth independent feature film, Stultus Nothi; an experimental documentary/drama of the feature-length variety. It is written, directed and produced by Phoenix Quwais himself. It is a follow up to his wildly... - January 07, 2019 - Phoenix Quwais
2018 Culver City Film Festival Celebrated Indie Filmmaking, New Crop of Film Talent
The 2018 Culver City Film Festival screened over 250 independent films from around the world. The festival celebrated the art of filmmaking showcasing at the Cinemark 18 and XD. - January 06, 2019 - Culver City Film Festival
Angelo Reyes Wins Award in Accolade Global Film Competition
Angelo Reyes, of Reyes Productions, has won a prestigious Award of Merit from The Accolade Global Film Competition. The award was given for Angelo Reyes's exciting short film, Groomed, which tells the story of Maria, a young girl who falls deeply in love and even more deeply into the dark world of... - January 04, 2019 - Reyes Productions
High School Teen and Hip Hop Artist Partner Up to Help Raise Awareness Against Bullying and Teen Suicide in New Music Video, Living Inside the Rain
King Nyne, a local multi-award winning Hip Hop Artist has launched his new single and empowering music video “Living Inside the Rain” in hopes of raising awareness against teen suicide and the dangers of bullying. George H. Lee, a 16 year old Florida high school student and founder of... - January 03, 2019 - S.T.O.P. (Students Together Opposing Persecution)
Tier3D Artificial Intelligence Phone & Gadgets Are Now Available for Crowdfunding
Tier3D, a Silicon Valley company has launched an Indiegogo campaign with AI-powered gadgets, which enable highly personalized human-like machine intelligence. Tier3D AI works like an intuitive extension of yourself, seamlessly helping you with the things you do. It can organize documents, do a deep search in the data, summarize content, create presentations, make suggestions etc. The team has experienced Silicon Valley professionals along with a Nobel Laureate and a Stanford Faculty as advisors. - January 02, 2019 - Tier3D
Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival Previews 2019 Lineup
The Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center’s Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center proudly presents the third annual Judy Levis Markhoff Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival (BRJFF), March 10-31, 2019. Now among the top 10 Jewish Film Festivals in the US, BRJFF features the best narrative,... - January 01, 2019 - Boca International Jewish Film Festival,
New York Shakespeare Company Presents Its Inaugural Production of Macbeth
The New York Shakespeare Company proudly presents its inaugural production of Macbeth, William Shakespeare's haunting tale of a hero's fall from grace and how one man's selfish desires can tear down an entire country, and everything he once fought for. Taking the lead role and directing will be... - December 31, 2018 - New York Shakespeare Company
Philanthropist, Producer, Lily Lisa Named Golden Film Awards Goodwill Ambassador
Esteemed Filmmaker honored as “Goodwill Ambassador” at the US Hollywood International Golden Film Awards. - December 29, 2018 - Lily Lisa
Wonderful Losers Christmas Release
Wonderful Losers is a film that is about the international Giro d'Italia bicycle race without actors and shot over five years. - December 24, 2018 - Wonderful Losers
Announcing CamBuddy Plus, a Portable Device That Integrates WiFi, GPS, and 4G LTE to Existing Cameras
Photographers, journalists, and reporters all want cloud connectivity between their cameras and various apps, such as DropBox, but there are a number of factors standing in their way, including price point. Joobot has just unveiled CamBuddy Plus, a new device that will seamlessly connect existing cameras with the cloud via WiFi, GPS, and 4G LTE at an affordable price. - December 21, 2018 - Beijing Joobot Technologies Inc.
STORIES International Names Senior Creative Producer
STORIES International has hired a senior creative producer who will focus on managing their branded content division. The company has tapped producer Talia Bella as its first in-house creative producer, giving her oversight of STORIES’ branded content division. Bella, who will report to... - December 19, 2018 - Talia Bella
Tyler Perry’s Wig Stylist Charles Gregory Launches New Wig Line Titled "The Renowned Wig Collection"
"The Renowned" Charles Gregory, hairstylist for stars Tyler Perry, Halle Berry, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, and Terrance Howard, launches wig line for women and men. - December 13, 2018 - Charles Gregory Blow Dry & Beauty Bar