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Claes Nobel, Gabe Reed Productions and World Peace One Press Conference Streams to an Audience of Over 2 Million Viewers
Gabe Reed Productions, Claes Nobel and World Peace One held a news conference at the Rolling Stone club in Hollywood on December 20, 2012 to announce a series of global concerts in 2013 as part of a 10 year global peace multi-media initiative. The press conference was streamed live to over 2... - December 23, 2012 - Gabe Reed Productions
Amma Ki Boli Being Readied for Release Next Year
Amma Ki Boli is a comedy film which also has instances of satire. It takes a dig at the essence of relationships in the present world. - December 22, 2012 - Ammaa Ki Boli
Adrain Washington and NDDFTV Are at It Again, This Time They're Bringing the Drama
NDDF TV and its creator Adrain Washington have been focused on entertainment based talk and cooking shows with the inception of "The Healthy Season," "Online Movie Review Show" and "Entertainer Spotlight," Now they are venturing into dramatic television. - December 21, 2012 - No Deals With The Devil Filmworks, llc.
Sundance Lab Finalist Launches Indiegogo Campaign
San Francisco Film Society sponsored film “The Purple Onion” begins fundraising efforts for production in 2013. - December 20, 2012 - The Purple Onion
Post Production Professionals Learn Invaluable Color Correction Tips at AlphaDogs Editors' Lounge
Film and television editors learned how waveform monitors aid in perfecting the craft of color-correction with the seminar now available on The Editors’ Lounge Channel. - December 19, 2012 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Bizzy Fizz Bath Treats Adds Some Luxury to GBK’s Golden Globes Gifting Suite
The unique bath and body line of Macomb, Michigan based designers Laura and Skylar Bisel, owners of Bizzy Fizz Bath Treats, will be showcased at the official 2013 GBK Golden Globes Gift Lounge in Beverly Hills, California on January 11-12. - December 18, 2012 - Bizzy Fizz Bath Treats
Emmy-Nominated Filmmakers Bring Documentary About Ioway Indians to Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska December 17
Event Sponsored by the Kansas Humanities Council will Feature Q&A with Ioway Tribal Elders and Filmmakers Kelly & Tammy Rundle of Fourth Wall Films - December 17, 2012 - Fourth Wall Films
Emmy® Nominated Filmmakers’ New Documentary “Lost Nation: The Ioway 2&3” to Preview in Miami, Oklahoma
Ioway Tribal Elders to Appear at Oklahoma Humanities Council Event. - December 17, 2012 - Fourth Wall Films
Why Whiskey & Apple Pie is Good for Your Health
ICareVillage, one of the largest distributors of videos on health and aging, just released a new movie called "Whiskey and Apple Pie: Delicious Wit & Wisdom Across America." This inspiring award-winning movie is based on a journey of two 40-something women who travel the country for three years seeking the wisdom of men and women over the age of seventy-five. Tippi Hedren, Mickey Rooney and 30 other seniors share the secret of happiness and offer their messages to younger generations. - December 17, 2012 - ICareVillage
Bronx Boys Show AlphaDogs Post a Good Time
AlphaDogs ensures high standards in post-production delivery of the new feature-length documentary hosted by Carl Reiner. - December 15, 2012 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Sean Young Shoots ’em Up Gangster Style in Her New Movie Send No Flowers
Sean Young Stars in Award Winning Director Fred Carpenter Film - December 15, 2012 - Send No Flowers
Gypsyland - Searching for Sarah - Wisefool TV in Partnership with Espresso TV and the Community at Large Are on Track to Complete the Gypsyland Documentary
In these days of double dip recession and misrepresentations by the media, funding and distribution for films is changing. A new documentary film entitled Gypsyland is forging new collaborations. The filmmakers are using the Kickstarter crowd-funding platform to fund the project. Martyn Bray the films director says, “Crowd funding will allow the Romani community to get involved with the creative process and have a direct say in whether this film gets made or not.” - December 14, 2012 - Gypsyland
Amethyst Jeans to Partner with Cheer Channel as Major Brand Sponsor of Secret Diary of an American Cheerleader
Amethyst Jeans, major youth denim manufacturer, will partner with Cheer Channel Inc. for the second season of the CCI hit web-series, Secret Diary of an American Cheerleader. - December 14, 2012 - Story Merchant
Cheer Channel Announces Glitterbug Cosmetics as a Sponsor for New Series, Cheer Mashup
Glitterbug Cosmetics, makeup provider for Season 1 of the Cheer Channel Inc. original web-series, Secret Diary of an American Cheerleader, will partner with CCI on a new series, Cheer Mashup. - December 14, 2012 - Story Merchant
Three Feature Films Coming to DVD in February from BayView Entertainment
BayView Entertainment’s DVD feature film catalog adds three new titles, including two from the cult movie experts at Retromedia Entertainment, in February 2013. - December 13, 2012 - BayView Entertainment
Oak3 Films and Xtreme Media Grants Access to Premium Content Interactive Drama TERRORVILLE
Following the success of TERRORVILLE’s launch in the Philippines last year, Oak3 Films and Xtreme Media Pte Ltd have decided to open access to the interactive drama for all audiences this Christmas. - December 12, 2012 - Oak3 Films
Film Vet Ashaine Briscoe Enters the Spotlight with Quirky, Heartfelt New Shorts
Long-time production assistant and art director Ashaine Briscoe is making her writing, directing, and producing debut with new short film Roadside Assistance. - December 09, 2012 - Ashaine Briscoe Inc
The Whittier Rio Hondo Aids Project & P.E.A.R.L. Project Present a Special Free Screening of Straightlaced - How Gender’s Got Us All Tied Up
The Whittier Rio Hondo AIDS Project and Pearl present a one night only screening of the gender questioning Straightlaced – How Gender’s Got us all Tied Up Thursday, December 20, 2012 at The Christopher Wahl Center located at 12401 Slauson Avenue, Unit G, Whittier, California 90603 at 6:30PM. - December 08, 2012 - Whittier Rio Hondo AIDS Project
The Bully Film Short to Premier at the Anthology Film Archives at 32 Second Ave. New York, NY 10003
The Bully Film short to hold its first press and VIP screening January 10th, 2013. The film depicts a Muslim high school student, who endures bullying at the hands of her school mates; she finds allies in unexpected places. This production is based on the single "Stop Bullying" by aspiring recording artist, Jiggy Jada, and is a collaborated effort between parents, teachers, students and up and coming actors. - December 07, 2012 - Mynding My Own Bizness/ M.M.O.B.
Independent Film in "Brothers in Arms" Need of Your Help
Independent Film Looking to raise funds to start production on Film while helping America's Heroes... - December 02, 2012 - Lima Films
Malfunction Films Introduces Project Nine
An experimental program to produce short and feature films. - December 01, 2012 - Malfunction Films
Smart Television Could Change Our Culture
For centuries television has determined the course of our actions, trends, cognitive thinking skills, and so forth in society. - November 30, 2012 - AD VYBE Public Relations & Promotions Firm
Celebrating Life in Union, a Documentary Narrated by Andy Garcia and Featuring Stories of Cuba’s Former Political Prisoners, to Make Miami Premiere at Doc Miami Film Fest
HBR Productions and Producer/Director Gladys Bensimon are pleased to announce that the Miami premiere of their documentary, Celebrating Life in Union, will take place Saturday, December 8th at 6:30 pm at the DocMiami Film Festival. Celebrating Life In Union captures the tragedy and brotherhood of... - November 29, 2012 - HBR Production
IFP Films Names First Local Executive Producer
After a return to original programming this Fall, IFP Films names its 1st local Executive Producer in Saratoga Springs, NY after an exhaustive search. - November 26, 2012 - IFP Films
Sensory-Friendly Showing of Rise of the Guardians, Fox Theatre Taft, CA
Rise of the Guardians will be shown in a sensory-friendly and accepting environment on Saturday, December 1, 1:00 pm, Fox Theatre, Taft, CA. - November 25, 2012 - Fox Theatre Taft
G-Movies: Fun Entertainment for the Entire Family
Sky Angel announces the addition of G-Movies to their On Demand offerings on their FAVE and Faith Everywhere services. - November 21, 2012 - Sky Angel
Actor/Co-Producer Kathy Krantz Stewart, Queen of Sci-Fi Magazine, is Vyla/Pamera and the Hag in Ethyrea: Code of the Brethren
Vic and Andy Armstrong Signed on to Co-direct Ethyrea: Code of the Brethren - November 21, 2012 - Ethyrea
Kultur Announces Trip to Asia: The Quest for Harmony with Sir Simon Rattle & The Berlin Philharmonic Available on DVD December 18th
Trip to Asia: The Quest for Harmony With Sir Simon Rattle & The Berlin Philharmonic Debuts on DVD December 18 - November 21, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur is Proud to Announce the Release of J.R.R. Tolkien, Now Available on DVD
J.R.R. Tolkien Now Available on DVD Kultur is proud to announce the release of J.R.R. Tolkien, now available on DVD. This informative and entertaining film tells the story of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, English writer, poet, philologist and author of many stories, including most famously The... - November 21, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" Holiday Discount Sale
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" is now available at a holiday discount of 20% off the cover price. "The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" is the world's first and only Japan travel guide tailored to fans of Japanese science-fiction and fantasy films. This holiday... - November 19, 2012 - Armand Vaquer, Author
“Bible Storyland” Awarded Best Documentary Film at the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival
Film about never-built 1960’s theme park to hold West Coast Premiere in Hollywood, CA. - November 17, 2012 - Bible Storyland
"Given Our Chance" Movie Trailer Released from Alex King of A.K. Film Production and Editing and Izidor Ruckel of Abandoned For Life
The documentary trailer for "Given Our Chance" has been released. Alex King of A.K. Film Production and Editing and Izidor Ruckel of Abandoned for Life/Ruckel International are happy to announce their documentary trailer. - November 15, 2012 - A.K. Film Production and Editing
Man Discovers the Secret Behind His Mother's Disappearance
James Saylor's mother disappeared when he was a child. Now the mystery of her disappearance is solved...but more mysteries are uncovered. These videos are a prequel to the upcoming web series Shotgun Mythos. - November 15, 2012 - Growth Media
AlphaDogs Post Sheds New Light on Gang Culture
Using color as a storytelling tool makes a good story more interesting visually and helps to convey the emotion of the film. - November 15, 2012 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
Hot Tub Cinema's New Indoor Series Opens to Sold Out Shows in London. December Dates Are Announced.
Hot Tub Cinema, London’s most unique underground event has moved indoors for its autumn/winter season. Five nights of sold-out shows celebrated the Halloween season, and the fun is set to continue with the announcement of seven shows from 3rd to the 9th of December. Hot Tub Cinema, an... - November 12, 2012 - Hot Tub Cinema
offmyshelf.com Offers Worldwide Licensing Exposure for Feature Films
If you’ve made a feature film and it is now sitting on your shelf, there is now a solution created by co-founders Abi Sirokh and Vincent Curry, it's called offmyshelf.com - November 12, 2012 - offmyshelf.com
Armstrong Brothers to “Tag-Team” Direct New Fantasy Blockbuster Film Franchise “Ethyrea”
Coming soon to theaters is an all new, all original, fantasy adventure series that will be “tag-team” directed and produced by the latest edition to the Ethyrea Elite Crew: the world renowned, legendary Armstrong brothers: Vic and Andy Armstrong. From the brilliant mind of Danica... - November 11, 2012 - Ethyrea
POP Video Launches Redesigned Website to Commemorate 2 Years
POP Video has redesigned their website in honor of their 2 year anniversary. The new website will increase ease of usability for all of their clients. - November 11, 2012 - POP Video Houston
Alex King of A.K. Film Production and Editing Joins with Izidor Ruckel of Abandoned for Life to Create a New Documentary
Romanian Adoptees Alex King and Izidor Ruckel begin collaborating on a new documentary. Alex King, award winning filmmaker and director and editor of "Born To Be Our Children, Romanian Adoption Stories" has joined forces with Izidor Ruckel author of "Abandoned for Life" and public speaker. Filming has begun and they are excited about the journey ahead of them. - November 10, 2012 - A.K. Film Production and Editing
Legend3D Beefs Up Los Angeles Office
Ian Jessel, President of Legend3D, Inc., today announced the appointment of Morgan Compagnon as Director of International Sales and Pascale Marchand as Director of Communications. Both executives are based in the company’s Los Angeles office at Hollywood Center Studios and report to Jessel. Legend3D is one of the world’s most innovative 3D media companies and is currently engaged in major studio releases for 2013. - November 09, 2012 - MPRM Communications
Deja Vu Vietnam Saigon Documentary Now Online at DejaVuVietnam.Net
Deja Vu Vietnam: Saigon, a documentary giving viewers unique historical footage focused on revisiting the sights, sounds and history of Old Saigon and Cho Lon areas Vietnam Veterans, expatriates, former French Colonialists and Vietnamese knew and remember from early French Colonial rule during the late 1800's through the Vietnam Era of the 1900's to present day Saigon. - November 08, 2012 - Deja Vu Vietnam
3rd Annual River City Film Festival to Expand Weekend Programs
The 3rd Annual River City Film Festival, presented by the Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts and the Decatur City Schools, will expand the weekend schedule of programs. Planning for the festival which will take place April 26-27, 2013 at the historic Princess Theatre is underway by a community committee, including representatives of Decatur City Schools, the Princess Theatre, Calhoun Community College, Creative Media Factory and local film enthusiasts. - November 07, 2012 - River City Film Festival
JAW Media: Remembering the Cuban Missile Crisis in Miami
The JAW Media documentary La Crisis de los Misiles en Miami looks back at how south Florida teetered on the edge of oblivion in October of 1962 as the United States and the former Soviet Union tussled over the deployment of Russian nuclear missiles in Cuba. - November 06, 2012 - JAW Media
Mike Mitchell to Join the Ranks of Ethyrea and Help Focus in on a "Surprise Cause" That’s Not Your Typical Hollywood Film Franchise
From brilliant Author/Producer, Danica Fontaine, comes to you the next new phenomenal “family-friendly”, fantasy/adventure and sci-fi film feature film series with the first installment being: Ethyrea: Code of the Brethren - Feature film series - November 05, 2012 - Ethyrea
Go-Kustom Films New Feature Length Documentary "Rats & Gassers" Tries Crowd Funding for Post-Production Costs
Go-Kustom Films tries IndieGoGo Crowd Funding Campaign for new Hot Rod Documentary post-production finishing funds. Is this the wave of the future for indie-film makers? - November 04, 2012 - Go-Kustom Rekords & Films
Sensory-Friendly Showing of Wreck-It-Ralph Saturday, November 10 at 2:30pm
An autistic-friendly, ADHD-friendly showing of the movie, Wreck-It-Ralph will be presented Saturday, November 10 at 2:30pm. Admission is $5. Taft Fox Theatre, 514 Center Street, Taft, CA 93268. www.taftfox.com - November 04, 2012 - Fox Theatre Taft
“Bible Storyland” Documentary Confirms New York City Premiere in Brooklyn on Saturday, Despite Hurricane Aftermath
Film about 1960’s Bible theme park, designed by former Disneyland creatives, to be featured in 2012 Crown Heights Film Festival. - November 04, 2012 - Bible Storyland
Bread and Roses Heritage Committee Releases New Festival Video
Release of the official video capturing the 2012 Bread and Roses Heritage Festival on Labor Day on the Lawrence Common. - November 03, 2012 - Bread and Roses Heritage Committee
Barney’s Beanery Turns Up the Election Heat with "Rock the Beer Vote"
Patrons of the Legendary Los Angeles Area RoadHouse Cast the Vote for Their Favorite Presidential Candidates by Hitting the Taps - November 01, 2012 - Barney's Beanery
TomCat Films "Isis," Rises to Theatrical Release in Asia
Ted Chalmers and President of Platinum Assassin Film & Multimedia LLC, Lisa Palenica are thrilled to announce their supernatural thriller, "Isis Rising: Curse of the Lady Mummy," has wrapped production and sealed an Asian rights deal with India-based OM SAKTHI FILMS which will effect a 2013 theatrical release in Asian markets. - November 01, 2012 - TomCat Films LLC