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Silver State Production Services to Stage Zombie Apocalypse in Las Vegas on Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Silver State Production Services and Downtown Films have teamed up with Hollywood's top special effects gurus for a one-night only Zombie Apocalypse in Haunted Alley near Las Vegas Boulevard South near Fremont Street in historic downtown Las Vegas. - October 31, 2012 - Downtown Films/Silver State Production Services
New Blockbuster Fantasy Film Series Teams Up with Eye on Entertainment’s Dawna Lee Heising Who Plays the Role of the Oracle/Nabatnu
From brilliant Author/Producer, Danica Fontaine, comes 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. - October 31, 2012 - Eye on Entertainment
Castinghub Teen Member Gets Booked for Not One But Two Major Films
Casting Hub (castinghub.com) is more than proud of their extraordinarily talented member Gianna Zulli. In a very short period of time she has already landed the role in two films, one in which she will play the lead. - October 31, 2012 - CASTINGHUB
"Tragedy of a Mother and Son," Highly Anticipated Film, Set for Theatrical Release
From Romane Simon Film Productions, Picture Deals with "Taboo" Subject of Unknowing Incest; DVD Release Anticipated Early 2013 - October 30, 2012 - Eye on Entertainment
Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival Celebrates 25 Years
The Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival - located in Colorado Springs, Colorado - is the longest running women's film festival in North America. This year's Festival, taking place Nov 2 – 4, 2012, includes thirty-two films, eleven filmmakers/film subjects and two filmmakers forums. - October 30, 2012 - Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival
Animation Fans Applaud the Release of Ralph Bakshi’s Remastered Animated 1975 Classic "Coonskin" on DVD
A newly restored and remastered version of the 1975 controversial masterpiece becomes a hit DVD on Amazon. - October 29, 2012 - Xenon Pictures
Meniscus Magazine Chosen as Media Sponsor for San Diego Asian Film Festival
Meniscus Magazine (www.meniscuszine.com), an online arts and entertainment magazine, was chosen as an official media sponsor for the 13th annual San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) for the third straight year. The festival, which runs from Nov. 1-9, 2012, has expanded to several venues across the... - October 29, 2012 - Meniscus Magazine
New England Super Megafest
Hollywood comes to New England! Movies, Super Heroes, Music, Wrestling and Intergalactic Fun come together in Framingham at the Super Megafest, New England’s premiere Celebrity Pop Culture Fan Fest. This year’s event will feature Hollywood icons & celebrities, rock and roll,... - October 28, 2012 - Super Megafest
Filmmakers Alliance to Present Vision Award to Break-Out Korean Filmmaker Kim Jee-Woon
Filmmakers Alliance will bestow its coveted Vision Award to filmmaker Kim Jee-woon at its annual VisionFest celebration on Tuesday, October 30th. The yearly event, which brings together the best of Los Angeles’ independent filmmaking community, will take place at 7:30 pm at the Egyptian... - October 28, 2012 - Filmmakers Alliance
“TheFilmPortal.net” - UK Launch Party
“TheFilmPortal.net”, the networking and business tool for Film Festivals worldwide, proudly presents TheFilmPortal- UK Launch Party during BAFTA weekend. This unique event will be held on the 8th of February 2013, from 8.00pm onwards, in the elegant settings of The Dorchester Hotel,... - October 28, 2012 - TheFilmPortal.net
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 at... - October 26, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
IFP Films Studio Back in Saratoga, Back to Original Programming & Searching for New Executive Producer
After 10 years of creating branded multimedia for a number of corporations, nonprofits and start ups, IFP Films (www.ifpfilms.com) has once again begun developing and creating original programming. Currently, there is a local search for a new Executive Producer to handle deal flow, funding and sale of finished programs. - October 26, 2012 - IFP Films
“Bible Storyland” Documentary Announces New York City Premiere at 2012 Crown Heights Film Festival
Film about 1960’s Bible theme park, designed by former Disneyland creatives, to be featured in Brooklyn-Based Film Festival in November. - October 25, 2012 - Bible Storyland
Chiggers TV Launched Lane and Russell’s Kickstarter Campaign
Chiggers TV has finally launched its Kickstarter Campaign for its short film, The Everyday Adventures of Lane and Russell. - October 25, 2012 - Chiggers TV
Steampunk Thriller "PROGRESS" Launches Official Kickstarter Campaign
Principal photography on the 10-episode webseries PROGRESS is scheduled to begin in January 2013. Production on the teaser video is underway and will be released on October 31st, 2012, just in time for Halloween. In this high-stakes, edge-of-your-seat thriller, 19th Century England has a... - October 22, 2012 - Progress the Webseries
Born Ready Films "Exile by Choice" Documentary to Hold Pre-release "Fundraiser" Screening in Libertyville IL, November 15th, 2012
On November 15, 2012, “Exile by Choice” a documentary by Drew Morris and Born Ready Films LLC, will conduct a test screening in Libertyville IL, at Mickey Finns Amber Room beginning at 6pm. The fund raiser is to cover the costs associated with the filming, production and distribution of the film. Conner Girard (aka Roaming Bear) will perform preceding the movie screening and The Usuals will take the stage following the showing of the film. - October 20, 2012 - Born Ready Films
DCIA & CCA Announce ENTERTAINMENT CONTENT DELIVERY Speakers
Trade Associations Serve Industry’s Explosive Growth with Three Co-Located Conferences at Strategic Business Summit - October 18, 2012 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Celebrities Join Together to STOMP Out Bullying
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month and STOMP Out Bullying™ has increased efforts to raise awareness and prevent bullying in all its forms. On October 1st the country and those across the globe joined STOMP Out Bullying™ in it Fourth Annual BLUE SHIRT DAY™... - October 18, 2012 - Love Our Children USA
Tie Dyed Lithuanian Slam-Dunking Skeleton Back for "The Other Dream Team" Documentary
Creator of iconic trademark seen in the film, Greg Speirs embraces Lithuanian basketball culture. - October 17, 2012 - AMW Group
Dr. Leigh-Davis Wants to Bring Back Rock and Music Before iTunes
Dr. Leigh-Davis’ documentary feature film, “Suicide Pro,” just came out on DVD, but without haste, she is rushing to complete filming on the documentary “Let’s Rock,” with some really big names. - October 17, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Young Pals Records International Releases the Concept Album Soundtrack for “Swedish Style: The Musical,” Inspired by the Behind-the-Scenes Split of Super Group ABBA
Full-Length Rock Musical Available for Commercial Theater Groups & Schools - October 16, 2012 - Young Pals Music
Fastest Growing Seat Filler Company Expands to Hampton Roads, Virginia
FillASeatHamptonRoads.com, a local affiliate of the fast growing “Seat Filler” company, FillASeat.com, is coming to the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Hampton Roads area. When local events, shows, concerts and sporting events don’t sell out, venue & event promoters come to FillASeat... - October 15, 2012 - FillASeat Hampton Roads
"Night Warning" Playing in NYC & Star Jimmy McNichol Reminisces About Working with Susan Tyrrell & William Asher
A rare screening of the film 'Night Warning" in New York City, causes reminiscing by the cast and crew. - October 14, 2012 - Auroa Entertainment, LLC
Undeserving Grace - The Movie
"Undeserving Grace" Prepares for Release - October 12, 2012 - On The Way Pictures
Hasslein Books' Back to the Future Lexicon Now Available for Pre-order at BTTF.com
The unofficial Back to the Future encyclopedia, written by Rich Handley and due out this holiday season, can now be pre-ordered at the officially sanctioned Back to the Future Web site. - October 12, 2012 - Hasslein Books
Famed Litigator Wes Christian to Appear on Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies on Friday, Oct 12 at 12:00pm CT
Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies will feature filmmaker Kristina Leigh Copeland of Brown Saddle Films, director of the “The Wall Street Conspiracy” (http://thewallstreetconspiracy.com), and famed naked short selling litigator Wes Christian. “The Wall Street... - October 11, 2012 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Avid & Tiffen DFX Demonstrate Time Saving Technologies at the Editors' Lounge
Avid & Tiffen demonstrated how their latest software saves both time and money for filmmakers and post-production professionals. - October 10, 2012 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
TEDxSanFrancisco, with the Generous Support of UCSF Global Health Sciences, Presents “7 Billion Well: Re-imagining Global Health”
TEDxSanFrancisco is proud to announce “7 Billion Well: Re-imagining Global Health” with the generous support of UCSF Global Health Sciences. The conference, which will take place on November 10, 2012, will explore crucial questions addressing the cutting-edge intersection of scientific research, medicine, technology and industry. In the spirit of celebrating traditions, the conference includes the healing and performing arts, including music, dance and media. - October 09, 2012 - TEDxSF
Texan to Visit 11,000th Starbucks and Donate to Charity
A Texas man named Winter will visit his 11,000th Starbucks store next week and donate $11,000 to charity. Winter has spent 15 years traveling across 34 countries on a mission to drink coffee from every company-owned Starbucks in the world. - October 09, 2012 - Starbucks Everywhere
Trilobyte Games Releases World’s First Award-Winning Interactive Movie, “Tender Loving Care,” for iOS
First blockbuster specifically for touch screen tablets released by legendary indie game studio, Trilobyte Games. - October 09, 2012 - Trilobyte Games, LLC
LINCOLN: the One Man Show Starring Gary Saderup an Unforgettable Portrayal of One of the Most Important Leaders in American History
LINCOLN: The One Man Show Starring Gary Saderup - An Unforgettable Portrayal of One of the Most Important Leaders in American History Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of LINCOLN: The One Man Show starring Gary Saderup available on November 27, 2012. Actor Gary Saderup becomes Abraham... - October 06, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
New York City’s Take Two Film Festival Emerges as a Major Venue for Undiscovered and Independent Filmmakers from Around the World
Three-day festival will bring 54 films from 14 countries to the historic Theatre 80 St. Marks in the East Village November 2-4. - October 05, 2012 - Take Two Film Festival
"Star Trek: The Next Generation" 25-Year Reunion Set for Wizard World New Orleans as Main Cast Members Join Patrick Stewart, Nov. 30 - Dec. 2
Seven "Star Trek: The Next Generation" actors will reunite at New Orleans Comic Con, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, for the 25th anniversary of the series. Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Michael Dorn, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner and Gates McFadden will attend. - October 05, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Bayreuth Festival Production of Harry Kupfer’s "Of Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen" Conducted by Daniel Barenboim Re-Mastered Blu-ray Box Set Available October 30th
Bayreuth Festival Production of Harry Kupfer’s The Complete Cycle of Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen Conducted by Daniel Barenboim Newly Re-mastered 4-disc Blu-ray Box Set available on October 30th Kultur is pleased to announce the Blu-ray release of Richard Wagner’s Der Ring... - October 04, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Adorable 6 Year Old Girl Gets Connected with a Major Agent Through Castinghub.com
Julia Tavaras a member of Casting Hub.com just passed a major hurtle on her way to stardom. She is now signed with one of the best agencies in Boston, Model Club INC. - October 04, 2012 - CASTINGHUB
This Year Marks the 50th Anniversary of James Bond Movies. Web of Stories Presents a Video Archive of Bond's Production Designer and Oscar Winner Sir Ken Adam.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the James Bond franchise which began in 1962 with the innovative Dr No. To celebrate, you can watch the legendary production designer Sir Ken Adam’s videos on Web of Stories where he shares his behind-the-scenes memories of the iconic movie brand. - October 04, 2012 - Web of Stories Ltd
Pivot VFX Adds Animation Director David Tart
One of Pivot VFX’s “big gets” is former Pixar animator David Tart. He will be the animation director for the company and has worked as an animator on “Toy Story,” Toy Story 2,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Finding Nemo.” He was also the animation director for “The Ant Bully.” “My plan is to develop a great 3-D and animation department,” Tart said. (Excerpt from Albuquerque Journal Article, 9/29/12.) - October 03, 2012 - Pivot VFX
Kultur Announces the DVD Release of the Escorial: The Dream of a Devout Monarch from the Sites of the World’s Cultures Series October 30
New Addition to the Sites of the World’s Cultures Series The Escorial:The Dream of a Devout Monarch Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of The Escorial: The Dream of a Devout Monarch from the Sites of the World’s Cultures series available October 30, 2012. It was to be a... - October 03, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of In the Footsteps of Liszt Available October 30, 2012
In the Footsteps of Liszt Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of In the Footsteps of Liszt available October 30, 2012. Franz Liszt is considered to be one of the first superstars of music. The power of his performances on stage made the ladies swoon, and his fans were so fierce that his... - October 03, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
The Appalachian Trail is Coming to Theaters This Fall
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) will be showing the National Geographic film "America's Wild Spaces: The Appalachian Trail" at 10 theaters across the country as part of their 2012 membership drive. - October 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Kultur Announces the DVD Release Hue: the City on the Perfume River from the Sites of the World’s Cultures Series Available October 30
New Addition to the Sites of the World’s Cultures Series Hue: The City on the Perfume River Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Hue: The City on the Perfume River from the Sites of the World’s Cultures series available October 30, 2012. Hue, the former Imperial City of... - October 03, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Manhattan Short Film Festival Coming to Danbury, Connecticut
Filmgoers in Danbury Connecticut will unite with audiences in over 300 Cities Spanning 6 Continents Unite for One Week for One Purpose... to Judge the 10 Finalists in the15th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. - October 02, 2012 - The Palace Danbury
Mark Harmon Gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame as His Hit Film "Certain Prey" Comes to Walmart
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honors the star of NCIS and “Certain Prey” with a star on Hollywood Boulevard. - October 01, 2012 - Xenon Pictures
Berland Casting Joins Production Concierge Services Partnership Network
Berland Casting has joined ramp it up entertainment, Respectable Artists, Media Mills, LMG Digital Media, Aria Limo, Fig and Olive, The-UUU, Vuyani Lodge, Union Du Tennis Feminin and many others in the newly formed Production Concierge Services Partnership Network. The PCS Partnership Network has created a non-competitive environment where members help each other by sharing contacts/clients and supporting the efforts of international programs like Fashion 4 Development and The Janus Project. - October 01, 2012 - Production Concierge Services
Five New Feature Films from Retromedia Coming to DVD in December from BayView Entertainment
BayView Entertainment’s DVD catalog from the cult movie experts at Retromedia Entertainment adds five new feature film titles, including the long-lost western Mark of the Gun, on December 11, 2012. - September 29, 2012 - BayView Entertainment
Kultur Commemorates the Loss of One of America’s Beloved Entertainers, Andy Williams, Who Died on September 25th at the Age of 84
Andy Williams 1927-2012 Kultur commemorates the passing of one of America’s most beloved entertainers, Andy Williams, who died on September 25th at the age of 84. Andy Williams was born on December 3, 1927. In 1938 he made his broadcast debut with his three older brothers on WHO radio in... - September 29, 2012 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Wildlife and Documentary Cameraman John Waters Signs with Timeframehd.com
The talented team of Timeframehd.com contributors has been joined by one of the best known iconic British landscape cameramen; John Waters. - September 28, 2012 - timeframehd.com
Carnival of Darkness Horror/Sci-Fi Short Film Festival Retains Mayo Communications for Publicity
The full service public relations agency based in Los Angeles will also create a buzz for the award-winning Comedy web series “Good Job, Thanks!” - September 27, 2012 - MAYO Communications
Triad Rally to Support Local Charities 2nd Annual Free Family Movie Night Returns to BB&T Ballpark
Nature’s Select Premium Turf Services, Inc, in collaboration with The Wharton Gladden Foundation and the Winston-Salem Dash, will once again open the gates to the BB&T Ballpark to host a free family movie night to benefit local charities. This private screening of Puss in Boots will premiere on Saturday, October 13th. - September 27, 2012 - Nature's Select Premium Turf Services, Inc.
Kickstarter – The New Place for Talent to Showcase Their Skills Without the Help of Hollywood Agents and Mega-Studios
Days after Dark Park Studios launched their new film, Terror House, on Kickstarter, Host of “Impact Wresting,” Al Snow, and “Witches of Oz” star, Barry Ratcliffe, took notice. - September 27, 2012 - Dark Park Studios