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Community Outreach Program - Penasquitos CA, with Police, Fire Fighters and Community Residents
PLC, SD Police Department, SD Fire Rescue PLC Entertainment Group is excited to announce the showing of its monthly, free Community Movie Night- a program designed to help our community begin a dialogue among family, friends, and neighbors. In addition to the free movie, free popcorn, and free ice cream sundaes, the Community Movie Night committee will host a joint event with the SD Police Department and SD Fire Department on Friday, November 20 from 5:30-8:30 pm. The featured movie is Sneekers. - November 03, 2015 - Penasquitos Lutheran Church
Rose Room Productions Seeks Male Lead for Feature Film
Angel Katherine Taormina's Rose Room Productions is taking filmmaking to the next level with its upcoming feature film The Saints of the Rue Scribe. While the pre production is wrapping, they are still on the hunt for the leading man who will help bring the production to life this spring. Rose Room... - November 01, 2015 - Rose Room Productions
Chicago’s MainStream Media Ent., Inc. Engages Mary Chuy Avalos as Director of Creative Relations
The comprehensive global production company MainStream Media Ent., Inc. has named Mary Chuy Avalos for the position of Director of Creative Relations. “As our new Director of Creative Relations, Mary Chuy supports our sponsorship initiative for our film & television properties,”... - October 30, 2015 - Mary Chuy
Hollywood Blockbuster Movie Partnership
Two names are moving into the Hollywood spotlight to create some blockbuster films in the near future. Businessman, Dr. Juergen Pichler Levine & actor/producer Tierre Turner will partner on a host of film projects starting with, "Boys of Summer Ave." - October 30, 2015 - James Walton Productions
Music Video Aims to Empower Victims of Domestic Violence
Washington DC singer songwriter Laura Baron’s new music video release spotlights a private atrocity—domestic abuse—affecting millions of women and men in the US. Released in conjunction with Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October), the video, “A Little Note,” tells the emotional story of a woman who breaks free from an abusive relationship. - October 27, 2015 - Laura Baron Music
Fracking Horror Film "Unearth" Enters Final Kickstarter Days with Honors
Lyons Den Productions is thrilled to announce their Kickstarter campaign for “Unearth,” a feature film that’s equal parts character-driven drama and eco-horror, has surpassed its minimum funding goal in just 10 days. The project has also been recognized as a Kickstarter “Staff Pick” and will be featured as their “Film Project of the Day” on October 30th. - October 27, 2015 - Lyons Den Productions LLC
James D. O'Sullivan Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
James D. O’Sullivan of Concord, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment. About James D. O’Sullivan Mr. O’Sullivan has over 17 years experience in the... - October 24, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Indie Feature "Red Herring" Premiering in Las Vegas
Red Carpet World Premiere Tuesday, Oct 27th, Theatrical run begins Friday, 10/30. - October 24, 2015 - Cohencidence Productions, LLC
Chicago’s Mainstream Media Ent., Inc. to Produce the Biopic of Celia Cruz, "¡Azucar!" Happy 90th Birthday Celia!
The highly anticipated Celia Cruz feature film “¡Azucar!” based on the novel by Eduardo Marceles. - October 23, 2015 - MainStream Media Ent., Inc.
Shawn Cain Films Has Signed a Contract with Solstice Publishing
Shawn Cain Films has signed a contract with, Summer Solstice Publishing, to release the first ever, Ultimate Death Match book. Focusing in on the love story between Jake and Molly wrapped around the insane world of the Ultimate Death Match, Molly's brother Ron who has recently loss his daughter and... - October 23, 2015 - Solstice Publishing
World Wide Motion Pictures Releases Academy Award Submission, The Nightingale
World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (formerly OTCBB:WWMO) will be releasing the award-winning Chinese/French co-production, The Nightingale—China’s official submission for this year’s 87th Annual Academy Awards in the category of Best Foreign Language Film. The release of the... - October 23, 2015 - World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation
Trap Rock Group Chef Sean and Blaze Charting at Number 5 on Billboard Biz Under Hot New Single for "Stash in the Hoopty"
Trap Rock group "Chef Sean and Blaze" recently released their newest music video and single entitled “Stash in the Hoopty,” that has since charted at number five on Billboard Biz for Hot New Singles. The group's front man and Chicago native Chef Sean is no stranger to the... - October 22, 2015 - Chef Sean and Blaze
Marketing Strategies for Book Publishing
The overwhelming impact of information technology on the publication industry has resulted in a wave of success for a number of independent authors and significant growth in the small press market. Online marketing and social media is largely responsible for this new phase of maturity in the publication industry. - October 20, 2015 - ALS Creations, LLC
The 2015 Geekie Awards Winners Are Named, Complete List of Top Creators in Digital Entertainment, Gaming, Comics, Art & Fashion
The 3rd Annual Geekie Awards took place at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, CA on October 15, 2015, with special guests Kevin Smith, Ernie Hudson, Jason Mewes, Michael C Gross and more. - October 20, 2015 - The Geekie Awards LLC
Women Surfers on the Rise at AlphaDogs
A unique surfing movie told in the words of teacher/surfer, Mayra Agulair, that brings to light the issues facing female surfers. - October 16, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Blazing Griffin Announces Merger with Haphazard Media and Picture Lock Media
Blazing Griffin announces merger with film and TV production company Haphazard Media and post-production company Picture Lock Media. - October 16, 2015 - Blazing Griffin
ChristmasFlix Launches a New Streaming Television Channel
ChristmasFlix, LLC announces the launch of its streaming television channel, ChristmasFlix. - October 15, 2015 - ChristmasFlix
New Short Film So Help Me Jesus
The story of a life size crucifix who gets tired of his job and decides to quit. - October 14, 2015 - New Sense Media
Stan Lee's Comikaze: Come Meet the First Latina Supernatural Slasher and the Sexiest, Crystal Santos and the Cast of The Boom Boom Girls of Wrestling: MWP Presentation
The hottest and sexiest woman to play a supernatural slasher named Lisa Turner, Crystal Santos, in The Boom Boom Girls of Wrestling will be at Stan Lee's Comikaze on October 30th in the Screening Room 411 at 3:30pm and the Cast of The Boom Boom Girls of Wrestling will be participating in a Q&A panel and signings immediately following the screening. - October 12, 2015 - MWP Entertainment
New Eco-Horror Film "Unearth" Kickstarter Achieves 50% Funding in Less Than 24 Hours
Lyons Den Productions are thrilled to announce their Kickstarter campaign for “Unearth,” a feature film that’s equal parts character-driven drama and eco-horror, has already surpassed 50% funding in less than 24 hours. The popular crowdfunding platform is being used to try and... - October 12, 2015 - Lyons Den Productions LLC
New Drama Film Tells About Sex & Organs Trafficking Involving Foster Kids by Otwo Films
Filmmaker Carl Battisti is turning to the Internet to raise funds for his latest Trilogy project, Blind Man's Buff - The Game Begins. - October 10, 2015 - Aziza Films
“Oui!” - France and Martinique Take Top Honours at 10th Anniversary Filminute Festival and Competition
A harrowing sign language film from France and a dark fairy tale from Martinique win at Filminute 2015. - October 10, 2015 - Filminute
Artlightenment Festival Announces Pre-Show Seminar for Artists
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced a pre-show seminar to help artists. - October 10, 2015 - Artlightenment
Award-Winning Film & Television Editors to Discuss Strategies on Tackling New Projects Once You Get the Job
I’ve Landed The Project, Now What? will be a candid discussion with award-winning film and television editors centering on strategies for tackling new projects once you’ve been hired for the job. - October 08, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
New Eco-Horror Film "Unearth" Launches Kickstarter Campaign
The award-winning team at Lyons Den Productions are excited to announce their next feature film will be “Unearth,” a uniquely American horror story about the terrifying repercussions sown by shortsighted decisions, and what our children reap from our actions. This announcement comes... - October 07, 2015 - Lyons Den Productions LLC
Nu Reel Studios Grand Opening Dallas, Texas
Nu Reel Studios is a multimedia facility in Dallas, Texas. - October 03, 2015 - Nu Reel Studios
RED Teaser Official by Nandita Singgha Dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi
Hollywood movie RED Teaser Official release by Nandita Singgha dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. A movie dedicated to Crime Journalism worldwide. - October 02, 2015 - Nandita Singgha
October 23–25: Hundreds of Seattle Area Residents to Produce Horror Film in Just 48 Hours
Thirty teams consisting of nearly five hundred local filmmakers of all ages and experience levels will participate in this year’s 48 Hour Film Horror Project. The premiere screening of the creative mix of films will take place at the SIFF Cinema Uptown Theater on Monday, November 2nd, 2015 where the public is invited to experience the scary, strange and often hilarious results on the big screen with an enthusiastic audience. - October 02, 2015 - Seattle 48 Hour Film Horror Project
Touching Tiny Lives Event and Fundraiser
Saturday, October 24, 2015 and Sunday, October 25, 2015 - October 01, 2015 - Friends of Touching Tiny Lives Foundation
Nebtek Announces Expansion with New Office in Atlanta
Nebtek Inc., a professional video assist and digital cinema services company today announces the expansion of their offices to accommodate the growth of the motion picture and broadcast industry in Georgia. The new office located at 2410 Park Central Boulevard, Decatur, GA will provide capacity for local HD video assist services and rentals of high-end HD wireless transmitters as well as video assist systems and other support gear for digital cinema production. - October 01, 2015 - NEBTEK
William Morris Endeavor Inks Agreement with Permuted Press for Film Rights to Novel "Exit Zero"
William Morris Endeavor has entered into an agreement with Permuted Press to represent the film rights of the novel "Exit Zero." Released in March 2015, "Exit Zero" blends the genres of horror, comedy and political conspiracy as it follows a group of characters fighting their... - September 28, 2015 - Permuted Press
VISION Studios Presents, The Chicago Motion Picture Premiere of "In Between Engagements" with Emmy Award Winner, Armand Assante
The historic Music Box Theatre on Southport Avenue will play host to the Red Carpet Premiere of film and television star Armand Assante's newest film, In Between Engagements, sponsored by Real Russian Vodka. The event is open to the public and will take place Tuesday, September 29th with a pre-screening reception at 6:30pm. - September 28, 2015 - VISION Studios
You Did It! Productions Secures Motion Picture Rights to JONESTOWN
Independent production company You Did It! Productions (“YDIP”) has secured film rights to the screenplay JONESTOWN, written by Jeffrey Goldman. JONESTOWN is the true story of Reverend Jim Jones, who headed the Peoples Temple and ended up orchestrating the mass murder-suicide of 909 of... - September 27, 2015 - You Did It! Productions
Blackfilm.com Channel Launches Worldwide on iOS, Android and Roku September 2015
Val Moore of New York based blackfilm.com has teamed up with worldwide OTT platform BIGSTAR to launch the new Black Cinema OTT channel, blackfilm.com. The blackfilm.com channel is now available on iOS, Android and Roku. - September 24, 2015 - BIGSTAR TV, Inc.
Route 6 Film by Emmy-Nominated Fourth Wall Films Showcased in Towns Along Iowa's Historic Route
What do Bonnie & Clyde, Jesse James, Nancy Drew and Jack Kerouac have in common? U.S. Route 6 in Iowa takes two-lane motorists from Davenport on the Mississippi to Council Bluffs on the Missouri. - September 21, 2015 - Fourth Wall Films
Crowd Casting Website Gives Fans a Voice in Future Movies and TV Shows
The Imagine Film List, the world’s largest online platform for movie ideas based on books, games, comics and other sources, is making itself known as a go-to destination for those who want a voice in future film and TV adaptations. The IF List (short for The Imagine Film List) was built on... - September 17, 2015 - IF List, inc.
Reception and Screening of New Short Film About Raúl Cañibano at Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto September 23, 7-9. Admission is Free.
The Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto, CA will host a special event and screening of a new short film about Cuban photographer Raúl Cañibano on Wednesday, September 23 from 7 to 9. Admission is free. Register for the event and learn more at www.cubacubanocanibano.com. “Cuba,... - September 16, 2015 - 2B Productions
Be the Hero, be the Green Arrow This Halloween! - Procosplay.com Releases Green Arrow Cosplay Costume in Time for Halloween
With Halloween just around the corner, everyone seeks just the right costume with a touch of exuberant fiction and as well as moral significance and what better character costume to don than the legendary Green Arrow. The monotony of Halloween costumes and cosplay has taken the fun out of the... - September 16, 2015 - ProCosplay
Star Trek Alums "Boldly Go" Into New Medical Comedy
Crew Aims to Launch Independent Network Pilot, "Internity" - September 16, 2015 - Internity, LLC
New Novel, "Final Countdown," Inspired by a True Story, Set to Reveal Love Murder and Mayhem
A new novel, "Final Countdown," inspired by a true story and set to become an original motion picture, will be adapted from a screenplay by producer Jason Rosette in collaboration with crime, suspense, and paranormal writer William Grabowski. - September 16, 2015 - Camerado
CartelHQ Expands Into Europe
One of Los Angeles' leading management companies expands into Europe with London Office. The Cartel hires Steven Hawthorne as Head of Global Business Development. - September 15, 2015 - The Cartel
The Atlanta Chapter of the American Marketing Association Opens the First Entertainment Special Interest Group in the Organization’s 78‐Year History
The Atlanta chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) is pleased to announce the formation of an Entertainment Marketing Special Interest Group (SIG) - the first of its kind in the 78‐year history of AMA. Partnering with Hothouse, an Atlanta based activation marketing agency with... - September 12, 2015 - Edelman
Acclaimed Filmmakers Bring Their Latest to Horse & Film Fans in Big Sky Country
Celebrated filmmakers Horsefly Films will be in attendance as they bring their acclaimed films to the spiritual home of the horse in America. The films Path To Glory and Of Gods And Kings will screen at the University Center Theater as part of the Equus International Film Festival— Path To... - September 08, 2015 - Horsefly Films
The Beginning, the Middle, and the End — All in 60 Seconds
The 10th edition of Filminute, the international one-minute film festival, is on through September and features 25 anniversary-worthy, ultrashort films from 17 countries. - September 04, 2015 - Filminute
Charmaine Ultra Gold Gifting Suite (During Emmy Week)
The Primetime Emmy Awards are right around the corner and that can only mean one thing. Beverly Hills publicist Charmaine Blake's luxurious invitation only gifting suite The Ultra Gold Gifting Suite is back and better than ever on September 18 featuring a wide variety of elegant and stunningly... - September 03, 2015 - Charmaine PR Firm
Editors' Lounge Provides Free Educational Resources for the Post-Production Community
Both industry veterans and those wanting to break into the field come together to learn about the latest technology while collaborating with some of the best creative minds in the business on the art and craft of editing. - September 03, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Cameron Village Celebrates Founder's Day with Night at the Movies
A free outdoor Night at the Movies will highlight the end of summer at Cameron Village Founder's Day on September 18. Classic car show, free popcorn and picnic dinner take-out options are all part of the celebration. Family friendly. - September 02, 2015 - Cameron Village Shopping Center
Redrum Brings Authentic and Unique Romance with His New Video "When I'm with You" Ft. American Idol Singer Ashley Loren
The Video was filmed in South Beach, Staten Island by Monstar Films with the treatment written by Redrum. Showing visual shots of South Beach Boardwalk and Ocean, The location and story was important for the rapper, saying, "It's how we met, where all the romance, risk and good times happened and I wanted that to come out in the video," says Redrum. The Video was filmed both in the winter and summer until completion and features stunning vocals from American Idol singer Ashely Loren. - August 31, 2015 - Mekanizm Records
From Film School to the Red Carpet at DFANYC
Digital Film Academy alumni Chadwick Boseman, Alexander Felix and Pavel Kacerle have journeyed from a classroom in Manhattan to the sets of major films like "Avengers: Age of Ultron," "Jurassic World," "Captain America: Civil War," "Gods of Egypt" and... - August 21, 2015 - Digital Film Academy
MovieZoot.com Adds Iconic His Girl Friday to Its Romance and Comedy Film Collection
Historical and iconic movie-making sound techniques used in His Girl Friday enhances MovieZoot.com's Romance and Comedy collections of free streaming online movies to the public - August 21, 2015 - MovieZoot.com