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Special Screening: Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Major Motion Picture and Oscar Winning Film "Braveheart" at the Trim Castle
The Sean Lawlor Artist’s Trust presents the 20th Anniversary outdoor screening of the legendary Oscar winning movie Braveheart, on the beautiful grounds of Trim castle (the Norman castle used in the filming of the movie). - May 22, 2015 - Sean Lawlor Artists Trust
Tracy Mcnulty in The Condo Movie
Tracy McNulty known by others as Stresh is an Asian American actress, author and producer, received special thanks by numerous films and friends/collaborators in the entertainment industry for her valued contribution. She appeared as principal in this comedy named Brenda as Girlfriend of a secretly gay (closet) boyfriend. - May 21, 2015 - stresh.us
AlphaDogs Returns Thief to Crime Scene in 4K Resolution
Wong hopes that audiences will feel as though they are part of the story by getting the chance to play detective by piecing together the fragments of the protagonist’s broken mind. - May 21, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Editors' Lounge Spring Fling to Showcase Time-Saving Toolsets for Film & Television Editors
An evening of demos and discussions with several different vendors as they share their solutions for making your videos bloom. - May 20, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Announcing 21 Ft. South as Luca Brinciotti’s Latest Edited and Directed Short Film
21 ft. South, the latest short film edited and directed by Luca Brinciotti, employs an editing style that captures the essence of the movie by use of a unique rhythm. In 2013, Brinciotti also edited and directed Free Refill, which played at the TCL Chinese Theater this past March. There, you can... - May 19, 2015 - Free Refill
Producers Crowd Funding Official Ron Paul Documentary
Empire of Lies: The Ron Paul Documentary project is under way with the launch of a Kickstarter crowd-funding campaign. This is the first documentary that the former Congressman has agreed to participate in. - May 18, 2015 - Ron Paul Documentary, LLC
Newest Virtual Relaxation Atmosphaere "Ireland VR" Allows Users to Virtually Explore and Relax in Ireland
Dr. Eric Fassbender further establishes and strengthens genre of VR Relaxation with release of third Atmosphaere – Ireland VR. - May 18, 2015 - Atmosphaeres
Kalu Ikeagwu, Expensive, Bigmo and Yaqsman Incite Laughter in Diary of the Triplets Movie
Seasoned actor Kalu Ikeagwu and the CoolWazobiaInfo Fm trio Expensive, Bigmo and Yaqsman, unleash brilliant performances in a new classic comedy movie, Diary of the Triplets, set to premiere in theatres on June 26-28, 2015. From the Multi Award winning Producer/Director Bright Wonder, Diary of the... - May 17, 2015 - Diary of The Triplets
Sonnet Realm Films Announces Their New Tribute Film, ALIEN IDENTITY
Sonnet Realm Films is proud to announce the development of their new Alien tribute film titled, ALIEN IDENTITY, a Science-Fiction Thriller starring Elle Viane Sonnet as Rebecca “Newt” Jorden, and directed by her husband Adam Sonnet. ALIEN IDENTITY takes place 14 years after the events... - May 15, 2015 - Sonnet Realm Films
Former Time Inc. Publishing Executive Launches Memoir Detailing Battle with Depression
With plans to end his own life, former Time Inc. publishing executive Stuart Hotchkiss has an epiphany while visiting his primary care physician that turns his embattled life around. - May 13, 2015 - Stuart Hotchkiss
Pilot Episode "Hidden in the Heartland" Gains Momentum During Television Pitch Meeting
This week “Hidden in the Heartland” received its first Production Company Network Television interest during a pitch meeting in Beverly Hills. “It’s a compelling story.” Kels Goodman said, Producer of the Pilot. “The show is based on hard evidence with perspectives from a diverse collective of people, many of whom are not of the Mormon faith.” Goodman, who has found success in numerous film projects, hopes to add “Hidden in the Heartland” to his list of green lit projects. - May 12, 2015 - Park City Family Office
Jwaundace Candece ("Let's Be Cops," "Resurrection") Joins the Cast of "Barbershop 3"
Atlanta based stunt woman Jwaundace Candece is taking advantage of Hollywood's move to the south and stepping in front of the camera. - May 12, 2015 - Jwaundace Candece
You Did It! Productions to Produce SHYLOCK
Independent production company You Did It! Productions (“YDIP”) has secured rights to the poignant Shakespearean script "SHYLOCK," written by Chloe Traicos. YDIP’s Devin Cutler, Lee Ettinger, and Stewart Hall will be producing, and Chloe Traicos will serve as Executive... - May 09, 2015 - You Did It! Productions
Campfire Films Launches Small Town Mystery on Kickstarter to Find Strong Female Lead
Campfire Films announces the launch of a Kickstarter campaign for its feature film "Heads You Lose." The film is a crime comedy thriller that centers on the lives of two adult orphaned siblings living a mundane, small town life when a headless body appears on their doorstep. Based on the... - May 09, 2015 - Campfire Films
Editors' Lounge Panelists Share Insights on the Business Side of Film & Television Editing Careers
You must be an expert on all levels - May 08, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Video Rewards Launch Spells End of Perk TV
Watch videos and earn points on the go with the new Video Rewards App! Check out the latest entertaining videos & app trailers from your iPhone or iPad. With Video Rewards, you can earn unlimited points anywhere and instantly. - May 07, 2015 - Flashpoint Media LLC
Celebrities and Athletes "Reach Up" for New Special Olympics World Games Donation Program
Greg Louganis, Meryl Davis, Lauren Potter and East Los High Cast Support Coca-Cola and Ralphs Grocery Campaign to Raise Funds for LA2015. - May 07, 2015 - Coca-Cola
Sandra Bergen Strength Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sandra Bergen Strength of Santa Monica, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment art. About Sandra Bergen Strength Ms. Strength is a self-employed Design Consultant. - May 07, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Kickstarter Campaign Launched for West Virginia Based Feature Film
The boom and bust coal industry that has dominated the landscape of West Virginia for over a century is being replaced by the natural gas industry. Rural West Virginia communities, steeped in history and heritage, are facing yet another uncertain future. - May 06, 2015 - In the Hills and Hollows
Serena Dykman's "Welcome" Selected as Finalist at the American Pavilion Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at the Cannes Film Festival
NYU Tisch School of the Arts graduate will screen her fourth short film “Welcome” at the prestigious American Pavilion Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival (presented by American Express). - May 06, 2015 - Serena Dykman
Top Shelf Demo Breaking New Ground for Actors
Easy to learn, great pay, incentives and an opportunity for growth. - May 05, 2015 - Top Shelf Demo Group
First Ever Channel 4 British Urban Film Festival Awards to Take Place in September
The first ever British Urban Film Festival awards (supported by Channel 4) will take place in London's West End on 17 September, to mark the start of its' annual film festival which this year celebrates 10 years of urban independent film coverage. - May 04, 2015 - British Urban Film Festival
New Jersey Stage Presents Special Preview of 2015 Montclair Film Festival
New Jersey Stage has created a special preview of the Montclair Film Festival that includes the complete schedule, descriptions of films, video trailers, interviews with directors, and driving directions to each venue. - May 03, 2015 - Wine Time Media
You Did It! Productions Secures Motion Picture Rights to NOGALES
Independent production company You Did It! Productions (“YDIP”) has secured film rights to the novel NOGALES, the harrowing true-life story of Steve Wilson who, along with his friend, are wrongly imprisoned by Mexican authorities in the early 1970’s as part of President Nixon's... - April 30, 2015 - You Did It! Productions
John Gallagher to Direct Teen Adventure Brook Hollow Warriors
G&G signs John Gallagher to direct Teen Adventure Brook Hollow Warriors. - April 27, 2015 - G&G Talent Mgmt.
MysterE Visions Ent. is Changing Up the Found Footage film
The producers of the found footage film “Camera Phone” are almost finished with the second installment of "Camera Phone 2." This time producer/director Eddie Brown Jr. has teamed up with horror filmmaker Meosha Bean and Australian filmmaker Andrew Cripps making the sequel more edgy and raw. - April 27, 2015 - MysterE Visions Ent.
Documentary by Sunny Chandra Selected for Cannes Short Film Corner
Chhattisgarh makes its mark, a short documentary called 7 Years To Grace, shot, directed, edited and produced by Sunny Chandra, a filmmaker from New York Film Academy, Los Angeles, has been selected for Cannes Short Film Corner 2015, and will be available for viewing during the festival, i.e. 13th-24th May 2015. - April 25, 2015 - Dimension 10 Media
Inayaaz Makes a Splash at GBK’s MTV Movie Awards Luxury Celebrity Gift Lounge with a Stunning New Collection
Inayaaz Gemstone Jewelry (www.inayaaz.etsy.com) in association with The Artisan Group® gifted its Adjustable Gemstone Bangles at GBK’s 2015 MTV Movie Awards Weekend Gift Lounge, that took place April 10-11, 2015 at an exclusive location in Hollywood, California. The company’s handcrafted gemstone jewelry was gifted to celebrities, VIPs and members of the press. - April 24, 2015 - Inayaaz
Former Youth Leader Describes His Beating by Street Gang in New Novel
In his new novel, Omari and the People (ShirleyCastle Press) author and former youth leader Stephen Whitfield describes his near fatal beating by a street gang for speaking out against their terrorizing Gary, Indiana. - April 24, 2015 - ShirleyCastle.com
The 2015 Geekie Awards Are Open for Submissions. Stan Lee Encourages Indie Filmmakers, Comic Book Creators and Artists to Enter.
The 3rd Annual Geekie Awards opens the doors for submissions, calling indie comic book creators, filmmakers, video game developers, tabletop game designers and artists from around the world to enter their work. With a new event concept and more public interaction, The Geekies has truly become a show #ByGeeksForGeeks. - April 24, 2015 - The Geekie Awards LLC
AlphaDogs Discover Fairies Living in Gnome Homes
Evolving beyond a “whodonit” story, The Gnomist follows the lives of three isolated suburban women who find themselves in Firefly Forest searching for something. - April 23, 2015 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
People Say Women Don’t Like Porn. O’actually Says Otherwise.
O’actually, the new online platform promoting fun, playful and sophisticated adult entertainment, launches their inaugural online festival, an opportunity for film-makers, artists and writers to win cash prizes for creating new, innovative, sexually stimulating work celebrating women’s sexual pleasure. The festival is blazing a trail for those who create - and crave - quality adult content and who yearn to be a part of impactful change for women and the world. - April 21, 2015 - O'actually
Stay at Home Mom's Funny New YouTube Web Series "No Sleep Till 18" Portrays the Unglamorous Side of Parenting Missing in Entertainment
"Parenthood Is A Moterf@#*!>” the tagline of "No Sleep Till 18" is the essence of Filmmaker/Mom Resmine Atis' humorous YouTube web series, a fresh voice in entertainment. - April 21, 2015 - No Sleep Till 18
Scottish Filmmaking Company Launches Short Film Crowdfunding Campaign on Kickstarter
Andrew John Rainnie, a writer, director, and the founder of Rain Fire Films, is seeking alternative funding sources for his company’s latest series of short films, dubbed The Illuminant Midnight Project. With just 30 days to secure the cash, the campaign is Rain Fire Films’ first foray into the world of crowdfunding. - April 21, 2015 - Rain Fire Films
Danny Trejo’s New Film BOOST Set to Premiere at The 15th Annual FirstGlance Film Festival
On Friday, April 24, 2015, BOOST (GF Pictures) will make its first public screening at The 15th Annual FirstGlance Film Festival opening night at The Regal Cinemas L.A LIVE (1000 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015). Written and directed by Nathan Gabaeff, starring Grazi DiPaolo, Justin Dray,... - April 17, 2015 - BOOST
Lotus Crush’s Highly-Anticipated Album Rabbit Hole Released Today
Rock Band Features Members from The Voice, Candlebox and Jimmy’s Chicken Shack - April 15, 2015 - Skyrocket Ent
“First Mind Presents: Short Films” Series to Release Summer 2015
All-Volunteer Film Crew Assembles to Create Original Content for Online Distribution - April 14, 2015 - Marston Fobbs Entertainment
The World's Largest Talent Community Launches Affiliate Program
ExploreTalent.com collaborates with AffiliateManager.com to lead the ExploreTalent.com affiliate program. - April 12, 2015 - AffiliateManager.com
Anaheim University Akira Kurosawa School of Film Opens with Online MFA in Digital Filmmaking
Akira Kurosawa, one of the most influential filmmakers of all time, has been honored with the launch of the Anaheim University Akira Kurosawa School of Film. After two decades in the making, the Anaheim University Akira Kurosawa School of Film will begin accepting applications for a state-of-the-art Online Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree program in Digital Filmmaking on April 13, 2015. - April 12, 2015 - Anaheim University
Music Videos for Entertainers Plus Records All in the Family
Music and Film Come Easy for New Jersey Family - April 11, 2015 - Entertainers Plus Records
Courtenay J Designs to Participate in Luxury Gift Lounge in Honor of the 2015 MTV Movie Awards Nominees and Presenters
Courtenay J Designs is pleased to announce that, in association with The Artisan Group, they will participate in an invitation only luxury celebrity gift lounge hosted by GBK Productions on April 10-11 2015 at an exclusive location in Hollywood, California in honor of the upcoming 2015 Movie Awards. - April 08, 2015 - Courtenay J Designs
Diamonds To Dust New Jayne Mansfield Bio-Film About Mariska Hargitay's Mother Released Today on iTunes and Vudu April 7, 2015
In 1957, Golden Globe winner Jayne Mansfield would become one of the most iconic blond bombshells of the 20th Century. She possessed an IQ of 163, played violin and piano, had a degree in Science, spoke 5 languages, and yet became a celebrity by portraying a "dumb blond." By the age of 23 she became the most publicized Hollywood star in the world, but her success was short lived. Five children, three ex-husbands, twenty nine films and countless headlines before her tragic death at age 34. - April 07, 2015 - Frank Ferruccio Enterprises
Miami Web Fest Announces Unprecedented Line Up of Prestigious Entertainment Judges for 2015 Indie Competition, Call for Submissions
Film and Television Indie Competition in Miami Heats up with Announcement of this year's line up of Judges. - April 07, 2015 - Miami Web Fest
AIO Studios Enters Pre-Production with New Film "Chikiro"
AIO Studios has moved into a full pre- production phase with its new feature movie, "Chikiro." - April 06, 2015 - AIO Studios
Call For Entries - BrandaoFilms, in Association with West Hudson Arts & Theater Company Announces New Jersey Tri-County Film Festival
Area’s first-of-its-kind festival targets young filmmakers - April 04, 2015 - Brandao Films
Butterfly Angel Entertainment Invites You to Come Speakeasy to Me
An ambitious film, a musical that was set during the prohibition era in New York City; produced and filmed by filmmakers of Orange Coast College and co-owners of Butterfly Angel Entertainment, is set to screen at it's first festival at Newport Beach Film Festival - Collegiate under OCC SHORTS. - April 02, 2015 - Butterfly Angel Entertainment
$300 Science Fiction Film Discovered on YouTube Gets National Release
“Memory Lane”, a no-budget science-fiction thriller discovered on YouTube, has been given a national release. It is available now On Demand with more than 300 cable providers in 30 million homes. It is also available on DVD at national retailers including Best Buy, Barnes & Noble,... - April 01, 2015 - Memory Lane
Why We Ride Films Kicks Off Crowd Funding Campaign for New Film - I AM STURGIS
Why We Ride Films, the production team that brought you Why We Ride, the most critically acclaimed motorcycle movie of all time, is launching a Kickstarter campaign to help fund its new film www.IAmSturgis.com. "We've received thousands of letters from fans telling us that after seeing Why We... - March 31, 2015 - Why We Ride Films
May 9-12-NYC: School of Visual Arts Launches 26th Dusty Film & Animation Festival
Director Daniel Minahan and Animator Alex Kupershmidt to be Honored with Dusty Outstanding Alumni Awards; Reeves Lehmann, chair of the BFA Film & Video and BFA Animation programs at the School of Visual Arts (SVA), announce the 26th Dusty Film & Animation Festival will be held Saturday, May 9 through Tuesday, May 12, 2015 in New York City. Full info: dusty.sva.edu - March 30, 2015 - Dusty Film & Animation Festival
Action-Comedy Film Starring Manny Pacquiao Underway
Production of the action-comedy film titled “My Good Friend Manny,” starring world-boxing champion and international superstar Manny Pacquiao, has been launched by veteran filmmaker, Mark Brown and Filipino-American entrepreneur, Danny Cruz. The film is budgeted and produced to go through the studio production, marketing and distribution system in mainstream Hollywood fashion. - March 29, 2015 - My Good Friend Manny the Film