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Joy Ride Productions Announces New Film, Saint; Filming to Begin in Florida
Hollywood isn’t the only place that the film industry is alive says Joy Ride Productions founder/ director of a new psychological thriller, Saint. After extensive industry training, Full Sail University student, Frank Rishel, is preparing to make his feature-length debut with the story of... - June 11, 2013 - Joy Ride Productions
Godzilla to Raid Indianapolis
Godzilla suit actor Haruo Nakajima to appear at Days of the Dead convention in Indianapolis July 5 -7. Monster Japan travel guide author will assist him. - June 11, 2013 - Armand Vaquer, Author
AlphaDogs Provides Solutions for Delivery of Mixed Frame Media in the Feature Documentary "FrackNation"
Multi-camera sources ranging from professional cameras to cell phones, and stock footage made color correcting no easy task. - June 11, 2013 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Product Of My Environment the Short Film and the New York City International Film Festival
Product Of My Environment is now a short film. It started as a book, then an award winner, and a song. Short film world premiere of Product Of My Environment will be June 14, 2013, at the New York City International Film Festival at 3:30 pm. at the MIST Theatre in Harlem New York. - June 09, 2013 - Product Of My environment
Emmy Award Winner LeVar Burton to Appear on Opening Night of RENT on Friday June 14th, a Fundraiser Benefiting AIDS Research Alliance
AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) announced today that on Friday evening, June 14th, actor/activist LeVar Burton will appear on Opening Night of RENT at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood. A portion of the proceeds from this performance and the performances on June 15th and 16th will benefit AIDS Research... - June 08, 2013 - AIDS Research Alliance
Jekyll Island Premieres to Enthusiastic Audience
"Jekyll Island" premiered at the Laemmle NoHo 7 to a full theater of enthusiastic viewers. Those present were treated to a night of giveaways, entertainment, education and the opportunity to speak with the film's star, Bill Still. Executive Producer, Maurice Vanegas, and the film's... - June 08, 2013 - Jekyll Island
"Spirit of Love" the Mike Glenn Story Will Screen at Woodhaven Baptist Deaf Church as Benefit for Lillian Beard Deaf Center
Family Movie night will benefit others while bridging the gap between deaf and hearing, black and white, believer or non believer. It’s a film with a big message delivered with ASL, Open Captions, and the Spoken Word. - June 07, 2013 - Film It Productions
Indie Horror Outfit Using Kickstarter to Fund a "Museum of Horror" and Give Voice to America’s Next Great Horror Host All While Striving to be "As Cool as Zach Braff"
Make This A Movie Productions looking to launch their new feature anthology "Museum of Horror." Running alongside the campaign is a competition that hopes to find America's Next Great Horror Host. And all of this was inspired by Zach Braff? - June 07, 2013 - Make This A Movie Productions
New Book Chronicles 40 Years of Filmmaking in the State of Georgia
More than 100 film industry veterans tell the story of how Georgia became the top movie production state it is today. - June 07, 2013 - Oz Publishing
Indie Film Director for "Spirit of Love," the Mike Glenn Story Requests White House Screening in Support of Diversity, Disabilities in Film and Sports for Disabled Teens
Deaf and Hard of Hearing teens deliver a powerful message of Acceptance - June 06, 2013 - Film It Productions
One Concierge Named Official On-Site Concierge Provider of New York City International Film Festival; June 13 – June 20, 2013
One Concierge to provide hands on assistance at the 2013 New York City Film Festival on June 13-June 20, 2013. - June 06, 2013 - One Concierge
Yamila and Yalil Guerra Orchestra Pay Tribute to the Hispanic Community with the Album "Latino Pride"
RYCY Productions announces the release of the album "Latino Pride," from siblings Yamila and Yalil Guerra, who pay tribute to the Hispanic community with originals and covers of the Latin American musical repertoire. "Latino Pride" features songs from world famous composers such as the Brazilians Roberto Carlos and Antonio Carlos Jobim, the British singer Amy Winehouse, Puerto Rican Bobby Capo and Cubans César Portillo de la Luz, Maria Teresa Vera, Eugene and Yalil Guerra. - June 05, 2013 - RYCY Productions Inc.
Raising Awareness for Youth Homeless in America
Filmmakers raise awareness and create change for the 1.8 million kids that are homeless and living on the streets in America. - June 03, 2013 - Spare Some Change
Phoenix Film Commission Added as Sponsor of New Zeitgeist Medien Fest International Film Festival -- Nov. 22-23
The Phoenix Film Commission has joined on as an official sponsor of the inaugural Zeitgeist Medien Fest International Film Festival, presented by the Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures, taking place in Peoria, Ariz. Nov. 22-23. The festival was developed to celebrate current themes and technologies in filmmaking, while also paying homage to the rich history of film, and the role Germanic filmmaking has had on that history. - June 03, 2013 - Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures
Legendary Lew Horwitz Leads Global Film Ventures Los Angeles Debut
Lew Horwitz, Financier of more than 500 films including My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Monster, The upside of Anger and many more AFI top 100 films is coming out of retirement for a night to speak at Global Film Ventures Inaugural Los Angeles seminar. As an Incubator and accelerator for Independent Film, GFV seeks to teach Filmmakers to create Sustainable, Profitable, and Investable companies out of the Films they create. - June 01, 2013 - Global Film Ventures
AlphaDogs Finds Love with Zombie Bigfoots
Color played a vital role in telling the suspenseful, yet humorous story of zombie bigfoots traipsing through the dark woods of Northern California. - May 30, 2013 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
"WAR OF THE WORLDS THE TRUE STORY" New on DVD - Looking Back on the Martian Apocalypse
Movie WAR OF THE WORLDS THE TRUE STORY treats Wells' Martian invasion story as if it were real, new on DVD. - May 30, 2013 - Pendragon Pictures
Marilyn Monroe: 87th Birthday, June 1st
In the Caribbean novel "By the sea, back then," Hollywood-star Marilyn Monroe is still alive. The story is about fish and females and Marilyn takes over the voice of women. The place of action is British Honduras, which today is Belize, in the year 1952. On the small island Caye Caulker... - May 29, 2013 - Rothenstein
Odom-Booker Gears Up to Produce "1 Gooey Duck"
Odom-Booker Entertainment will package and produce the action crime thriller, “1 Gooey Duck,” budgeted at approximately $2M. The film will be lensed utilizing the latest technology in 4K cinema. "1 Gooey Duck," which will be penned, produced, and directed by the Odom-Booker... - May 29, 2013 - Odom-Booker Entertainment
Doreen Spicer-Dannelly and Spicerack Productions Inc. Scheduled to Film “Playground Politix” in Efforts to Promote and End Gender Bullying
On June 1st, 2013 the Old San Juan Restaurant in Atwater Village, located at 2830 Fletcher Drive Los Angeles, CA 90039, will serve as a fundraising hub for the upcoming film “Playground Politix”. In efforts to fund a musically driven short film about all-American girls and boys battling... - May 28, 2013 - Spicerack Productions, Inc.
Documentary The Price of Honor to Unveil the Dark Secrets of "Honor Killing" Murderer Yaser Said
Smart Lips Productions is in the final stages of making their new film documentary, The Price of Honor, set to release in March 2014. The Price of Honor reveals details never before seen or heard about the murders of Sarah and Amina Said, two teenage sisters from Texas who were killed in a... - May 27, 2013 - Smart Lips Productions
A Dark Comedy for the Ages Seeks Crowdsourcing
The makers of The Lady Killers, a dark comedy full of mystery and suspense focusing on a game of romantic conquest gone wrong, seek crowdsourcing for their film. - May 26, 2013 - Rational Exuberance Films
Striving to Make Indie Film History, Contributors Offered Exclusive Opportunity to be a Part of Next Huge Film Trilogy, Johnny Games™© the Movie Launches Kickstarter
Johnny Games™© The Movie Launches Kickstarter looking to Become The next fully financed Indie Super Hero Film Trilogy. "With as little as a $1 contribution towards Johnny Games™© the movie on there Kickstarter page you will receive an in depth look into the making of a... - May 26, 2013 - Charlie Boy Productions
Survival Trek Escape, a New Survival TV Show is Being Launched This Summer by 3dogfilms.com
This new show will be thrilling indeed because all are survival experts in the show; not actors - May 25, 2013 - 3 Dog Films LLC
Vietnam Veteran Producing Multimedia Documentary About Vietnam War and the Aftermath
Viet Nam: An Inner-View Helps Break Silence and Raise Awareness; Contains Never-before seen video and photos from the conflict in Vietnam. - May 24, 2013 - Viet Nam: An Inner-View
All About the McKenzies: Black Web Series for Youth and Media
Sitting opposite 26 year old Samuell Benta, clad in a bright-orange cardi and baggy jeans, he leans off the edge of his chair at the Bush Theatre Café, the grind of wearing several hats shows on his face. Hailing from North West London, Benta has lived more than nine lives. He is the... - May 24, 2013 - Allaboutthemckenzies
Historic Jail Opens Its Doors to Film Makers Before Renovations
The historic Saint Louis County Jail, located in Duluth, Minn. is opening its doors to filmmakers and musicians who will be given the opportunity to use this unique structure for their film projects before it gets renovated. - May 23, 2013 - Blue Limit Development
Young Filmmakers Are Opening Eyes to Homelessness in L.A.
Hope For Our Own: An L.A. Story is a documentary-style short film directed and produced by Riley Beres, a rising actress and model and Jimmy Deshler, an actor best known for his role as “Rafe” on the daytime series, General Hospital. This eye opening film will address the growing... - May 23, 2013 - Hope For Our Own
Film Adaptation of Award Winning Children’s Book to Begin Production in Detroit
The film adaptation of Royal Oak author Josef Bastian’s award winning book Nain Rouge has begun pre-production. Nain Rouge was the recipient of the Young Voices FoundationTM 2010 Seal of Approval, Historical Nonfiction - Juvenile / Young Adult. The book Nain Rouge is centered on a Detroit... - May 23, 2013 - Drunken Muse Productions LLC
Panavision Agrees to Provide Johnny Games The Movie with Camera Equipment Under New Film Maker Grant
Panavision agrees to Provide Johnny Games™© The Movie with just under a million dollars in valued camera & equipment under new film maker grant. "This is a dream come true for a Independent film maker like myself, The fact that Panavision recognizes our production as a worthy film to provide world class camera equipment to says a ton about this project. Everything about the Johnny Games™© project just continues to keep getting bigger and bigger."- Nicholas Givanio - May 23, 2013 - Charlie Boy Productions
New International Film Festival Founded in Arizona - The Zeitgeist Medien Fest, Presented by Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures - Nov. 22-23
The Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures (AC4GC) announces the founding of its new film festival, in partnership with Weecks Productions, LLC. The Zeitgeist Medien Fest (ZMF) International Film Festival will be held November 22-23 at Harkins Arrowhead in Peoria and is actively seeking film... - May 23, 2013 - Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures
Gifted Kazakh Girl Overcomes Poverty and Lands Film/Recording Contract
Humanitarian and Film/Music Entertainment story about an extremely talented girl who overcame poverty with the help of her extraordinary talent and just signed a film/recording contract. She has always given her time to charitable causes and has vowed to donate a substantial portion of her music sales to charity. - May 21, 2013 - UpOrDown Entertainment
Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses Worn in Breakfast at Tiffany's
The iconic Oliver Goldsmith Manhattan sunglasses worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's have been re-released. - May 21, 2013 - EyeGoodies.com
The Peachtree Village International Film Festival (PVIFF) Celebrates 8 Years and Continues Its Contributions to Film, Entertainment and Education
The Peachtree Village International Film Festival (PVIFF 2013), returns for its 8th year to continue its mission of contributing to film, entertainment and education. - May 21, 2013 - Peachtree Village International Film Festival
MediaStinger Launches the First and Only Free Movie and Video Game After Credits App with News, Reviews, and Trailers on Apple’s iTunes App Store
MediaStinger's Free Movie and Video Game After Credits App with News, Reviews, and Trailers Now Available to Download on Apple’s iTunes App Store. - May 19, 2013 - MediaStinger
Shakespeare’s the Film Starring Jason Connery. Available from Kultur on DVD May 28.
Shakespeare’s Macbeth The Film starring Jason Connery Available on DVD May 28. - May 16, 2013 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Local Actor Lands Leading Role in the Cleveland Urban Blockbuster of the Year
Local actor lands lead role in Cleveland's urban film Swing Lowe Sweet Chariote that has all of Cleveland buzzing. - May 16, 2013 - Phillia Thomas
Dr. Leigh-Davis Celebrates Iron Man 3 in Tokyo with Free Copies of Her Book
What do Tokyo, Iron Man 3, and Dr. Leigh-Davis have in common? A free book. - May 16, 2013 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Fear of a Black Republican Gets New York City Premiere - Wednesday, May 15th; Documentary Looks at Lack of Black Republicans in Two-Party System
FEAR OF A BLACK REPUBLICAN, will have its "New York City Premiere" on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 pm at the Women's National Republican Club, 3 West 51st Street, New York, NY. This special Screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the film's Director, Kevin J. Williams and Producer, Tamara E. Williams. The event is open to the public and tickets for non-Women's National Republican Club (WNRC) members are $25.00. For more event information, please call (212).582.5454. - May 14, 2013 - Shamrock Stine Productions
The 1st Annual Cinema at the Edge Independent Film Festival
The 1st annual Cinema at the Edge Independent Film Festival announces opening and closing night films May 30th-June 2nd. - May 14, 2013 - Edgemar Center for the Arts
"There Are No Goodbyes" Pennsylvania Premiere at Pittsburgh Independent Film Festival with Cast and Crew
Lyons Den Productions LLC, in cooperation with the Pittsburgh Independent Film Festival and the Ryan Event Center, are proud to announce the Pennsylvania Premiere of feature film “There Are No Goodbyes” on Sunday June 16th at 8:20pm. The screening will be held at the Baverso Theater... - May 14, 2013 - Lyons Den Productions LLC
The Great Gatsby Hit Theaters Nationwide May 10th: Screen It in Style in Ingri:Dahl
The same pair of stylish 3D glasses worn by the cast and crew of The Great Gatsby at the World Premiere screening is available to the public through Ingri:Dahl. - May 13, 2013 - Ingri Dahl
2013 Eerie Horror Film Festival Call for Entries
Eerie Horror Film Festival announces its call for film and screenplay submissions from around the world. - May 09, 2013 - Erie Film LLC
Women in Film & Video New England Announces Regular Deadline for 11th Annual Screenwriting Competition Ending May 21st
Women in Film & Video New England announces that the Regular Deadline for the 11th Annual WIFVNE Screenwriting Competition is closing on May 21st. This years' judges include Barry Brodsky, Martha Pinson, LaToya Morgan, Susan Steinberg and Tina Cesa Ward. Sponsors include Final Draft, Inktip, Script Chix and Lesley University. - May 08, 2013 - Women in Film and Video New England
Elizabeth Rebozo's New Album "Rosa Frívola" Out on May 6th, 2013
Grammy Winner Composer and Producer Yalil Guerra Presents Pianist Elizabeth Rebozo's Third Album "Rosa Frivola." New Recording Available from RYCY Productions Inc. on May 6th, 2013. - May 08, 2013 - RYCY Productions Inc.
Belize's First Movie Kicks Off Caribbean Film Industry
Make-Belize Films, an organization developing the film arts in Belize, is pleased to announce the international online release of "Curse of the Xtabai." The 80 minute jungle thriller-comedy is available for rent at xtabai.makebelizefilms.com for $1.99. "Xtabai" (pronounced... - May 08, 2013 - Make-Belize Films
Executive Producer John Macker Teams Up with Shamus Entertainment to Produce "Anchor Baby," "Beach Cougar Gigolo" and "Freedom Town" in Santa Barbara, CA
John Macker, Emmy and Peabody award winning Executive Producer, has partnered with Shamus Entertainment, to produce the feature comedies "Anchor Baby" and "Beach Cougar Gigolo," as well as the "Freedom Town" television series. All filming is to center in Santa Barbara, beginning in 2013. - May 08, 2013 - Shamus Entertainment
Phil Hartman’s Flat TV Comedy Album Being Developed as Animated Film
Award-winning animation company Worker Studio, in collaboration with producers Paul Hartmann and Angel Rosenthal have secured the option to produce an animated property based on the comedy album, Phil Hartman’s Flat TV. The album holds the seeds of Phil Hartman’s genius, with all the... - May 08, 2013 - Worker Studio
XPAND 3D Continues Partnership with Cannes Film Festival
For the fifth time in a row XPAND will be the official technical partner and supplier for all 3D screenings at the Cannes Film Festival. - May 08, 2013 - Xpand
Adventures in Film Releases Its Latest Video
Adventures in Film, Inc., the new, boutique, Burbank-based production company founded by Ira Besserman and Jeffrey G. Varga has just released its latest video, a hilarious spot for the LovePowerup app. - May 08, 2013 - Adventures in Film, Inc.