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Jaco the Film Approaches the Finish Line, and Partners with PledgeMusic for the Final Details
Call it a labor of love. Call it the portrait of a true legend. Call it an absorbing overview of one man's incredible journey and the many, many passengers who joyfully came aboard for the ride, and call it one of the most engaging artist documentaries you will ever see. It's called Jaco - A... - November 22, 2014 - Jaco: The Documentary
Dark Romance Feature Film "29000 Wishes.1 Regret." to Screen at the Real Experimental Jefery Levy Film Festival
Oliver Robins best known for his starring in “Poltergeist” as the “kid eaten by the tree” will screen his latest film "29000 Wishes.1 Regret." at the Jefery Levy Real Experimental Film Festival, November 28 at 5 PM at the Laemmle Music Hall Theatre in Beverly Hills. The film is part of a series of films experimenting with content, production, post production, and distribution. Tite-Belt Productions produced the film. - November 21, 2014 - Tite Belt Productions, LLC.
New Documentary About Personal and Planetary Health Goes Viral – Over 200,000 Views in 6 Days
Absent Traditional Advertising, “Origins” Garners Worldwide Acclaim and Audience Via Grassroots, Social Media. - November 20, 2014 - Well.org
"Robert Trujillo Presents Jaco: The Documentary" to Participate in Grammy Museum Program
Highly anticipated music documentary to make it's Los Angeles debut. - November 19, 2014 - Jaco: The Documentary
John Putch & His Route 30 Trilogy Finishes Up
Director John Putch can be described in many words. Fake is not one of them. Genuine. Original. Efficient. Honest. Focused. These qualities capture the Chambersburg, PA, native's character, along with his unwavering dedication to deliver his best with every project he undertakes. - November 17, 2014 - PutchFilms,Inc.
Award-Winning Film Noir Mystery "Consignment" Premieres on Vimeo on Demand
Justin Hannah's award-winning short film "Consignment" is now available to stream instantly on Vimeo On Demand, the popular distribution platform created by Vimeo.com. - November 17, 2014 - Manic Baby Studio
The Nollywood Genre Now Available on Major Digital Platforms
New York-Based African Entertainment Company Paves Way for African movies and Films to Go Mainstream. - November 14, 2014 - Black Speech Media Group
The Discovery Channel and Gadfly Publishing Announce the November 18, 2014 Premier of "The Shot Doctor," the Ruby McCollum Murder Trial
In 1952, the Pittsburgh Courier hired Zora Neale Hurston to cover the trial of Ruby McCollum, a wealthy African-American wife who shot and killed her white lover, a prominent physician and recently elected state senator. The trial became a landmark case in the history of the Segregationist South. - November 11, 2014 - Gadfly Publishing, LLC
“3.11: Surviving Japan” Documentary Captures Aftermath of Japanese Fukushima Nuclear Disaster
Film to be released on Amazon Prime and available for educational license. - November 11, 2014 - 311 Ventures
Film to Honor Theatrical Visionary Reza Abdoh
Reza Abdoh, the late theatrical visionary died in 1995, but his legend lives on in academia and theater community, is to be honored with a documentary film premiering on the twentieth anniversary of his death. - November 09, 2014 - Adam Soch
Comedicenss! The Quest for the Essence of Comedy! Now an Official Part of the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, World Premiere on Saturday, Nov. 8th.
Comedicness! The Quest for The Essence of Comedy! is having its world premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival this Saturday the 8th of November at Cinema Paradiso in Hollywood, Florida. Produced and directed by award winning local television producer/director, Kel Thompson and hosted by improvisational comedian, Jesse Furman - the cast-of-comedicness includes internationals a-list comedian Tom Cotter, Florida's Funniest Comedian winner, Ken Miller, DJs & up-coming comedians! - November 06, 2014 - Comedicness!
Talamas to Host Audio for Film & Video Seminar with Sennheiser's David Missall on November 20th 2014
Regardless of what you’re shooting – sports, news, digital cinema, or even a wedding – in order to get your message across your production has to sound as good as it looks. In this seminar Missall will cover microphone basics, demonstrate microphone pickup patterns, booming... - November 06, 2014 - Talamas Boston
New Book "Dark Girls" Celebrates the Beauty of Dark-Skinned Women - Created by Legendary Director Bill Duke
“Dark Girls” by Bill Duke, Shelia P. Moses, and Barron Claiborne on sale: November 11, 2014 (Harper Collins Books) at Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble - November 05, 2014 - Bill Duke
The 1st Annual Ramallah Festival of New Cinema Opens November 5th
The 1st Annual Ramallah Festival of New Cinema Opens November 5th in Ramallah, Palestine, showcasing talented young filmmakers from around the region. - November 05, 2014 - The Film Festival Network
"Just Seen It" Has a New Home at the Movie and Music Network
Movie review show Just Seen It has partnered with The Movie and Music Network and moved production to their studios in the heart of Hollywood. - November 05, 2014 - Hermosa Entertainment
Finding Harmony to Open Hollywood’s International Family Film Festival
Once Upon A Dream Productions is proud to announce the feature film Finding Harmony is to open the 2014 International Family Film Festival in Hollywood on Friday, November 7th, 2014 at 6 p.m. In the swell of outstanding reviews, Finding Harmony was in Official Selection at Indianapolis’... - November 03, 2014 - Once Upon A Dream Productions (OUAD)
Joni Bovill Joins Will Smith in Sony's Untitled NFL Concussion Movie
Joni Bovill added to stellar cast of Sony's untitled NFL concussion movie. - November 03, 2014 - Kirk Bovill
Award-Winning Director/Writer Tamika Miller Crowdfunds via Kickstarter to Raise $200,000 for Her Feature Film UNDERCARD
Award-winning Director/Writer Tamika Miller announced today she is crowdfunding to raise $200,000 USD for her film UNDERCARD by November 5, 2014 via Kickstarter. - November 01, 2014 - Mikamil Entertainment Inc.
The Good Book Movie Receives Film Innovation Award
In the past six months The Good Book movie has received sixteen film festival accolades. The most recent recognition, the Film Innovation Award from Churches Making Movies, was a special award created specifically for The Good Book movie for its innovative approach to sharing the gospel without... - October 30, 2014 - MainStreet Productions
Restoration of 3D Film to Premiere at The Museum of Modern Art
Arch Oboler's “The Bubble” to play as part of museum’s restoration festival. - October 29, 2014 - 3-D Film Archive
Meet Emmy®-Award Winning Television Host Geoff Notkin in Tucson November 1-2
Famous Meteorite Hunter Appearing at Two Downtown Events - October 24, 2014 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
New Indie Film to be Screened at Finch Studio Space
Machete Media Productions Returns to Nyack to Showcase Latest Project. - October 24, 2014 - Machete Media Productions
Filmmakers Tackle a Female Driven Journey About Struggling with Identity - Filming in Arkansas
This film is a personal project inspired by true events that led to an international adoption. The filmmakers invite women advocates, adoption advocates, infertility awareness groups, investors, and interested parties to inquire how they may partner with this exciting film. The story of “Parker’s Anchor” follows a hopeful "Mother" who discovers late in adulthood that she is infertile & could never have kids. This film is wholly about relationships & struggling with maternal identity. - October 24, 2014 - Purpose Pictures
Ruby Media, Inc. Selected as Finalist for Texas Family Business of the Year Award
The Baylor University Institute for Family Business recently named its finalist for the Texas Family Business of the Year Award. Ruby Media, Inc. was among the finalists. - October 24, 2014 - DHD Films
Celebrities and Royalty Party of the Year, RUNWAY TV® Fall Launch & Rock That Fashion IX Event a Success
On October 16th, Runway Media Group, along with A&M Productions, hosted Rock That Fashion IX at Lure Nightclub in Hollywood, CA. The star-studded event, was in celebration of the launch of RUNWAY TV® , RMG’s new state of the art, super-computer driven fashion channel, the release of the magazines Fall 2014 issue and L.A. Fashion Week. - October 23, 2014 - RUNWAY
New Teen Thriller "Ditch Party" Takes a Unique Approach on School Shootings
Entangled Entertainment and One Take Films co-produced this edgy film that combines "The Breakfast Club" with a "Columbine" type of tragedy, shot in a unique perspective that differs from your average "shoot’em up" movie. - October 23, 2014 - One Take Films
Gear Coop to Host Orange County Premiere of Reel Rock 9: Valley Uprising on October 24, 2014
Interactive Event Featuring Stonemasters Jim Bridwell and John Long, Costume Contest, and Dyno Comp, Predicted to Be Largest in Store’s History. - October 18, 2014 - Gear Coop
New Stars Andrew Bachelor and Cosondra Sjostrom Join the Cast of My Last Christmas the Movie
Introducing Andrew Bachelor "King Bach" and Cosondra Sjostrom to the cast of My Last Christmas The Movie. Cosondra Sjostrom a leading actress in Los Angeles. She is best known for her sketch comedy as a writer/actor and to her colleagues for her on set improv performances. Known Author... - October 17, 2014 - Vegan Unite
Filmmaker Darla Rae to Help World War II Veteran Tell His Story of Honor and Love in "The French American"
Filmmaker to help WWII Veteran tell his story from 70 years ago. People took his money and didn't do the job, so now they're going to do it with the help of others. - October 16, 2014 - Film It Productions
Savoir Beds Hit Hollywood
“Gone Girl” Stars Neil Patrick Harris and Rosamund Pike Extol Virtues of Savoir Bed in Key Movie Scene. - October 14, 2014 - Savoir Beds
The World's Sexiest Man Joe Manganiello Has Agreed to Host Cosmopolitan Magazine Mexico's 42nd Anniversary Gala on November 11 in Mexico City
Los Angeles based ONE Entertainment in conjunction with Televisa, the parent company for Cosmopolitan Mexico has created some steamy excitement for the women of Mexico with the True Blood heartthrob and star of Magic Mike, Joe Manganiello! The actor is currently filming Magic Mike XXL with Channing Tatum and is one sexy half of the very talked about uber couple with the alluring latina vixen Sophia Vergara. Watch out Mexico, Joe is coming. - October 13, 2014 - ONE Entertainment Group LLC
Justin Hannah's Film "Consignment" Wins Best Kentucky Short at the 2014 Autumn Shorts Film Festival
The acclaimed short film "Consignment," produced by Manic Baby Studio and written and directed by Kentucky filmmaker Justin Hannah, won the award for Best Kentucky Short at the 2014 Autumn Shorts Film Festival. - October 13, 2014 - Manic Baby Studio
isovideo Launches Breakthrough Quality SD/HD to HD/UHD/4K Remastering Services Using Award-Winning Viarte Technology
"Viarte remastering service could make your valuable SD assets look better than ever before, and save significant H.264/HEVC bandwidth at the same time, a true win-win combination," said Keith Slavin, CTO, isovideo LLC - October 11, 2014 - isovideo LLC
Dimension, Inc. Announces the Filing of an Answer and Counterclaims to Protect Its Patents and Intellectual Property
Dimension, Inc. announces that they have filed an Answer and Counterclaims in the Eighth Judicial District Court, Clark County, Nevada, against TMM, Inc. (TMMI-PK), Digital Focus, Inc. (DFI), Thomas B. Simpson, Robin L. Haskins, Michael W. Fernandez, Alan D. Sloan, Gerard V. Cavanaugh, Michael K. - October 10, 2014 - Dimension, Inc.
Shanti Generation to Give Away 500 "Partner Yoga for Teens" DVDs to Educators
Shanti Generation announced that it will give away 500 DVDs of its “Partner Yoga for Teens” curriculum during the fall 2014 semester. The Partner Yoga DVD includes 10 five-minute guided sequences for middle and high school students to practice mindfulness skills with a friend, sibling, classmate or parent. The mindfulness curriculum will help teachers challenge bully culture. - October 09, 2014 - Shanti Generation
Justin Hannah's Film "Consignment" Picked Up for Distribution by IndieFlix
After a successful film festival run, Justin Hannah's award-winning short film "Consignment" has been picked up for distribution by IndieFlix, an independent film distribution and online screening agency based in Seattle, Washington. - October 09, 2014 - Manic Baby Studio
Panel of Award-Winning Film & Televsion Editors to Discuss the Business of Editing at the October Editors' Lounge
If you’ve been wondering what it takes to have a lucrative career as a professional editor in today's post-production world this informative discussion by a panel of award-winning editors, will offer new ways of approaching the business side of editing without losing the creative aspect of the craft. - October 08, 2014 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
"Candlestick" to Make Irish Debut at IndieCork
Workbus Ltd. is delighted to announce that Candlestick, the second feature from emerging filmmaker Christopher Presswell, is to make its Irish debut at the IndieCork Film Festival. A stylish retro suspense thriller, Candlestick tells of a social gathering rocked to its core when host Jack accuses... - October 07, 2014 - Workbus Ltd.
Innovation Direct™ to Introduce Red Seat Invention to Industry
An innovative new product that provides an unprecedented experience when enjoying a favorite pastime of many, the Red Seat, has been developed by Jose Duque of Miami, Florida. The invention's unique design allows its users widespread and legal access to first-run movies within the comfort of their... - October 07, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
3-D Film Archive Restores Lost Korean War Film for 3-D Blu-ray Release
The first restored 3-D Blu-ray release from 3-D Film Archive. - October 06, 2014 - 3-D Film Archive
Craftline Productions to Complete "Desperate Measures Film" - Fans Anticipate Completion
Craftline Productions, founder of Anora Media plans to complete "Desperate Measures Film" as fans anticipate its completion. - October 04, 2014 - Anora Media
High Speed Low Drag Has Started Filming "The Devil Walks Among Us" in Nashville, Tenn.
Filming has begun for "Devil Walks Among Us" -- a documentary about Nashville's Kustom Kulture. The filmmakers showcase a candid look into low brow art, style, fashion, custom cars, rat rods, choppers, music and more. - October 03, 2014 - High Speed Low Drag
AlphaDogs Celebrates the Lives of Cultural Icons Timothy Leary and Ram Dass
Nineteen years in the making and narrated by Robert Redford with interviews spanning over 50 years, audiences are taken on an entertaining journey that celebrates the lives of two controversial complex characters - October 02, 2014 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
UH Presents Award-Winning Film, "La Jaula De Oro" (The Golden Dream)
Panel Discussion Addresses Perspectives on the Recent Surge of Unaccompanied Child Immigrants. - September 28, 2014 - University of Houston
Post Production Workflow for Gone Girl at LAPPG’s October Meeting - Presented by HP. Exploring the Most Advanced Technical Workflow in Filmmaking
Join the Los Angeles Post Production Group on October 8th, 2014 at 7pm at Crossroads School in Santa Monica for a look at the advanced technical post workflows utilized in the new David Fincher film, Gone Girl. - September 28, 2014 - Los Angeles Post Production Group
Barack Obama - A President Speaks - New Documentary on DVD November 18, 2014
An intimate documentary on President Obama’s speech at the National Action Committee convention on April 11, 2014. - September 27, 2014 - 360 Sound and Vision Ltd
Artlightenment 2014 to Showcase Screenwriter Annie Kananack
The annual Artlightenment festival coming in November to the Church of Scientology & Celebrity Centre Nashville will feature a workshop by screenwriter Annie Kananack. - September 27, 2014 - Artlightenment
Pirate Media Group Screens Two Local Films with Socially Relevant Messages
"Tapestry of Shadows" and "Bedlam Street" are two award-winning films that are screening September 26-28 at the MX Movies theatre in downtown St. Louis. - September 25, 2014 - Pirate Media Group
Power & Industry Gifting Cinematic Aerial Drones to Filmmakers Attending the 2015 Indie Lounge During the Sundance Film Festival
Power & Industry, the most Epic gifting and entertainment Lounge during the Sundance Film Festival, has announced the latest additions to their 2015 Indie Lounge line up including gifting partners, entertainment, and Aerial Drones. - September 24, 2014 - Park City Family Office
From Foster Care to Film
Future Talent & Entertainment announces their collaboration to handle all PR, sponsorship, and marketing campaigns for Double Telly Award Winning, Amaru. - September 23, 2014 - Future Talent & Entertainment