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Applied Art Productions Latest Film "The Man in the Maze"
Mitesh Kumar Patel's film “The Man in the Maze” is about a group of college friends going into the woods to do research. While doing their research, they find a mysterious and troublesome trail. According to Patel, it is a mystery, horror and adventure movie. Patel, whose production... - January 11, 2010 - Applied Art Productions
Krueger Audio Technologies and Audio Designer Paul Krueger Show at NAMM and Sundance Film Festival
Fort Lauderdale, Fl. based Krueger Audio Technologies (www.kruegeraudiotech.com), and designer Paul Krueger will feature the individually unique, radical design loudspeakers and accessory audio products on the West Coast swing of shows at NAMM in Anaheim, Ca. and the Sundance Film Festival in Park... - January 09, 2010 - Krueger Audio Technologies, LLC
The Vladar Company launches official site for the Film Last Day of Summer
The Official site for the film Last Day of Summer has just been launched by the Vladar Company. http://lastdayofsummer-movie.com The new film directed by Vlad Yudin and produced by The Vladar Company– Last Day of Summer stars DJ Qualls, Nikki Reed and William Sadler. The site features a... - January 09, 2010 - The Vladar Company
A.N. Group LLC Acquires Rights to Graphic Story Legend The Rook
A.N. Group, LLC has announced the acquisition of the intellectual property rights to The Rook, the popular graphic story series created by W.B. DuBay and Budd Lewis. A.N. Group, LLC a Native American owned firm and a recent entry in the exploding field of media property rights acquisitions, is... - January 08, 2010 - AN Group LLC
Mendelssohn, The Nazis and Me Debuts on DVD January 26
The Extraordinary Story of Mendelssohn’s Family and Music in Germany during the Third Reich Mendelssohn, The Nazis and Me Debuts on DVD January 26 Kultur announces the DVD release of the acclaimed documentary, Mendelssohn, The Nazis and Me. This revealing program will be available on DVD... - January 07, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Cinesouq.com - Democratizing Film Distribution for the World
Introducing, Cinesouq, the World's Online Film Market, where filmmakers get the help they need to market and license their motion pictures to the entertainment industry worldwide. - January 06, 2010 - CINESOUQ
The Great Epochs of European Art on DVD January 26
The Great Epochs of European Art The Art of the Ancient Greeks & The Art of the Romans New Art Series Filmed Entirely on Location Debuts on DVD January 26 Kultur announces the DVD release of the first two episodes of the new ten-episode art series, The Great Epochs of European Art: The Art... - January 06, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
einscommanull: Official Trailer of Africa Light / Gray Zone Released
Africa is full of nature’s colors. A colorful experience. The social, political and economical problems of the continent, however, are unsaturated. Neither black nor white, but endless gray. - January 06, 2010 - einscommanull
"Freedom House Street Saviors" - Just Back from Its Exclusive Engagement at the 3 Rivers Film Festival
GenaStar Productions proudly announcing the completed documentary "Freedom House Street Saviors" directed by: Gene Starzenski and produced by 3 time Emmy award producer/director Thomas Carter. - January 05, 2010 - Genastar Productions
New York Reporters Star in ‘Moon Beat’ at NewFilmmakers NY Festival; NCI Productions' Award-Winning Apollo XI Doc Film About Journalists Slated for Jan 5th Preview
‘Moon Beat’ the award-winning documentary film which recalls the 1960’s space race and features top news reporters, including several prominent New York journalists, along with key NASA officials, has been selected into the upcoming NewFilmmakers NY Winter Festival. The film will... - January 05, 2010 - NCI Productions
"Haynesville" the Movie Now Available on GoHaynesvilleShale.com
"Haynesville," a documentary about shale gas production is now exclusively available on GoHaynesvilleShale.com. - January 04, 2010 - Shaleforum.com
Unknown Productions' Indie Horror Film Necrosis Starts Unprecedented Television Commercial Advertising for It’s U.S. DVD Release
Set for an April 20th DVD and Cable Pay Per View Release, Necrosis stars James Kyson Lee (NBC Heroes), George Stults (7th Heaven), Tiffany (1980's Pop Star), Penny Drake (Zombie Strippers), Danielle De Luca (Naked Fear) and Robert Michael Ryan (CBS’ How I Met Your Mother). The cast also includes Horror Movie Icon Michael Berryman (The Hills Have Eyes) and character actor Mickey Jones (Penny Dreadful) in a Psychological Horror film. - January 04, 2010 - Unknown Productions Inc.
Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema Debuts January 11, 2010, Attracts Indie Film Makers
The Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema screens Jan. 11-16 with a slate of films ranging from award-winning independent movies to the innovative debuts of young artists. The opening night will feature the critically acclaimed “Rock Slyde,” a film noir satire starring Seinfeld... - January 02, 2010 - Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema
Seventymm.com Launches “Express Delivery of Movies”
Seventymm.com, one of India’s largest movie rental company announced the launched of ‘Express Delivery Service’ that cuts the delivery time of DVDs from days to just few hours… - December 31, 2009 - Seventymm Services Pvt. Ltd.
Actors Sir Ian McKellen and Andy Serkis Joins BlogTalkRadio Host Michael Regina on “TheOneRing.net on BlogTalkRadio” January 3, 2010, at 2 p.m. Eastern
Noted actors call in to discuss their latest work - December 29, 2009 - The One Ring Inc.
Happy Holidays from Death Cat Entertainment
"Saying Goodbye" writers and producers, Brian Rish and Jocelyn Rish, invite everyone to visit their website for a special holiday surprise. - December 24, 2009 - Death Cat Entertainment, LLC
San Diego Kids' Party Rentals Expands Into Outdoor Movie Screen Rentals for 2010
San Diego Kids' Party Rentals - the largest full-service kids' party rental and entertainment company in San Diego - announces entry into the Outdoor Movie screen and Projector rental business for homes, parks, businesses, schools, churches, neighborhood associations, and other public party and meeting venues. - December 19, 2009 - San Diego Kids' Party Rentals
Christmas Holiday Red Carpet, Event to Benefit M Benga Foundation Founded by LA Laker, DJ Mbenga
American Idol Judge Kara DioGuardi Special Guest at Tonight Event to Benefit M Benga Foundation founded by LA Laker, DJ Mbenga and The PHOENIX House - December 10, 2009 - Charmaine PR Firm
Noble Productions, LTD's Critically Acclaimed Film ‘Noble Things’ Starring Lee Ann Womack Will be Available on DVD December 22nd
After a successful 4-week theatrical run, the independent feature film “Noble Things” will be made available on DVD at Amazon.com and other major retail outlets. Bonus features include a 5.1 Dolby Surround Mix and “The Making of.” - December 09, 2009 - Noble Productions, LTD.
Delbert Entertainment Delivers Special Effects Shots for Curve of Earth
Orlando Delbert, Founder and Creative Director for Delbert Entertainment, LLC today announced the delivery of effects shots for the feature film, “Curve of Earth.” - December 08, 2009 - Delbert Entertainment, LLC.
Lone Star International Film Festival Fort Worth in Sundance Square Names Competition Winners
Films represent cross-section of artistic expression - December 06, 2009 - Lone Star Film Society
Super Bowl Champ’s Controversial Film About NFL Player Injuries Released on DVD
Beverly Hills based Walking Shadows has announced the DVD release of Blood Equity, Super Bowl Champ Roman Phifer’s controversial film about NFL Player Injuries – an exposé of the dark side of the NFL, America's Biggest Blood Sport. - December 06, 2009 - Walking Shadows LLC
"The Princess and the Frog" and Other Disney Movies Can Actually Improve Literacy in Your Children," Says Director of Storyteller.net
"Disney movies like 'The Princess and the Frog' can be an important part of the development of inter-personal relationships and literacy in your family," says national professional storyteller K. Sean Buvala. - December 05, 2009 - Storyteller.net
Dennis McKinley Directs Travis Porter Video with Cameos from Dem Franchise Boyz, Lil Chuckee, Dj Teknikz, and Spinz Hoodrich
Music video director, Dennis McKinley, makes his Atlanta debut with "Go Shorty Go," a steamy video featuring upbeat club scenes and exotic dancers. - December 02, 2009 - McKinley Presents
World Film Magic and Medellin Colombia Represented by MDE Cine and HD Television Unite to Offer Theatrical, Film and Home Video Distribution, Production, Post Production
World Film Magic and MDE Cine and HD Television from Medellin Colombia unite to offer theatrical, film and home video distribution services together with full production, post production and marketing services for motion pictures and commercials including editing, audio recording, language translation, dubbing, lip-sync, voice over, graphic and animation design with up to date software and equipment rentals in 2010. - December 02, 2009 - Exhibe Flix
The Screen Explodes in December at The Hollywood Theatre
Holiday favorites, film lecture series, New Year’s Eve toga party on tap this month. - December 02, 2009 - The Hollywood Theatre
Rockville Creative Inc. Produces Video Content for Calypso St. Barth
Short Films Part of New Integrated Marketing Strategy for Luxury Retailer - December 01, 2009 - Rockville Pictures Inc.
Puppies Aren’t Products with Twilight & New Moon's Rachelle Lefevre on Pet Life Radio
Rachelle Lefevre, who plays “Victoria” in the Twilight & New Moon films talks about her amazing work with Best Friends Animal Society, Schools on Wheels, the Susan G. Komen For a Cure campaign and life in general on “Oh Behave” and “Petz Rock” on PetLifeRadio.com. - November 26, 2009 - Pet Life Radio
Four New Day Members' Films Short-Listed for Oscars®
New Day Films (http://newday.com), a leading distributor of documentary and fiction social issues films to the educational market, announced today that four of its filmmaker members have films short-listed for Academy Awards®. One of the largest media cooperatives, New Day Films was founded in 1971 by a group of feminist filmmakers rebuffed by conservative distribution companies. "While the independent film business is struggling to find a new paradigm for distribution, we already have...". - November 26, 2009 - New Day Films
ProHD Rentals Partners with Panic Ventures to Support Independent Filmmakers
Panic Ventures forms a strategic alliance with ProHD Rentals to defer equipment expenses until horror documentary is sold. - November 26, 2009 - ProHD Rentals
A Call to Action to All Retailers and Their Customers
The Display Case Company is challenging all retailers and their customers to remember the Arts Organizations this year in their charitable giving. - November 24, 2009 - Display Case Company
Serenity Moments® Hawaiian Islands Scenic Relaxation & Meditation DVD Just Released
Real Art Studios, LLC, a video production company in Portland, Oregon has just announced the release of a new brand of scenic relaxation videos under the brand name Serenity Moments®. Their Hawaiian Islands Scenic Relaxation & Meditation DVD is now available via the Serenity Moments Web site at www.serenitymoments.com. - November 24, 2009 - Real Art Studios, LLC.
Peter Booth "Film Star" for Auction, from the Short Film Setting the Art World Alight, Possession(s) Starring Laurence Fuller
Possession(s) starring Laurence Fuller launches with the sale of the famous Peter Booth painting. For a link to the film trailer: http://www.laurencefuller.com/Possession.html. "A powerful short film that explores the nature of desire, obsession and possession." - Film INK. - November 23, 2009 - OIL Films
Bollywood Invades Hollywood with Bollywood Boys
The Bollywood Boys, a feature film starring David Faustino (Married with Children) and Corin Nemec (Parker Lewis Can’t Lose, Stargate SG-1) is set to begin production in early 2010. - November 21, 2009 - Al Gomez Productions
Brooklyn’s Own Receive Inaugural JT3 Artist Awards for Emerging Filmmakers
Five exciting and innovative filmmakers from Brooklyn were honored at the first-ever JT3 Artist Awards at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on October 22, 2009 in a celebration featuring director Adam Brooks (Definitely, Maybe) and hosted by Tony-award nominated actor Brandon Victor Dixon. - November 20, 2009 - The Jesse Thompkins III Foundation for Young People in the Arts
LightRow Pictures Merge with Zash Production and Schedule Seven Film Projects for the Next Four Years
Zak Lee Guarnaccia as completed his feature film "Rules" and nominated as best fight choreographer at the AOF-Film Festival '09. This Italian-born, stuntman and unique filmmaker is an award winning actor, world martial arts champion and fitness expert with several successful exercise videos in the market. Zak Owner/Executive of LightRow Pictures will continue to manage Zash Productions library, and his in development of seven new feature films for the next four years. - November 18, 2009 - LightRow Pictures
Wibbell Announces Go Ahead for British Vampire Movie DVD Release
New DVD label 'The Weird World of Wibbell' (the cult movie arm of UK indie distributor Wibbell Productions) today announced that the long awaited DVD release of it's British comedy-horror film 'The Vampires of Bloody Island' is expected before Christmas in the UK, USA, Canada and Ireland. The exact dates for each territory will be declared within the coming weeks. - November 17, 2009 - Wibbell Productions Ltd
Johndennis Govert is Now Available for Interviews and Lectures Regarding the 2012 Mayan Calendar
Johndennis Govert is now available for interviews and lectures regarding the 2012 Mayan calendar. Hysteria has spread on the topic with the help of the internet, several popular books and the premier of the disaster movie 2012, - November 15, 2009 - Mind the Gap Marketing Solutions
Advance Tickets Now Available for World Premiere of 217 Films’ New Documentary "John Marin: Let the Paint be Paint!"
Advance tickets are now available for the December 2009 world premiere of 217 Films’ new documentary about American master John Marin. Tickets for “John Marin: Let the Paint be Paint!” are $7 and can be purchased in advance on the Portland Museum of Art’s website,... - November 12, 2009 - 217 Films
Gigapix Picks Partners
Anchor Bay Entertainment Will Have First Look for Distribution in the U.S. - November 12, 2009 - Gigapix Studios Inc.
Call for Entries. DocMiami International Film Festival.
May 28-30, 2010, Three Days of Documentary Films and Music in beautiful sunny South Florida. - November 10, 2009 - DocMiami International Film Festival Competition and Concert Series
Courageous Film Chronicles One Man's Fight to Beat Heart Disease and Confront His Own Mortality
"Dying to Live-The Journey into a Man's Open Heart" explores the painful realities of illness as well as showing the strength of love and the human spirit in the face of death. - November 05, 2009 - Passion River Films
Wilbur Wilde to Star in New Movie
TV personality, muso and allround good guy, Wilbur Wilde is set to expand his film CV having landed the key role of "Brother Jacob" in Pittot Films's upcoming feature "City of the Damned." Wilbur said he was thrilled and delighted to have the opportunity to play this demanding... - November 05, 2009 - Pittot Films
Online Film Critics Society Announces 2009 Awards Schedule and Categories
The Online Film Critics Society has announced its 2009 awards schedule. - November 05, 2009 - Online Film Critics Society
Production Begins on America’s Biggest Voter Fraud Ever Documentary – American Icon Samuel Tilden’s True Stolen President Story
Film production has begun on the most controversial election ever in the United States. The documentary will detail Samuel Tilden’s Life Story and focus on the voter frauds perpetrated months and years after the election was over. - November 04, 2009 - Nikki Oldaker
British Violinist, Diana Yukawa Involved in Japans Biggest Feature Film
Feature film Shizumanu Taiyo On Release. Japans biggest budget feature film Shizumanu Taiyo which features music by Diana Yukawa goes on release. - November 02, 2009 - Diana Yukawa
Moving Pictures Film and Television to Distribute Award Winning Cult Horror Sci-Fi "9909" as Its New Title "Infection: The Invasion Begins"
MPF&TV stands tall in the ranks of mid-sized international sales organizations, and is growing fast, as a part of ICAP Media Markets. MPF&TV now positions itself as one of the world's leading licensors of film and television content, from kids/family, drama, romantic comedy, action/adventure and horror/thriller to television series and specials, documentaries and animated features and series. - November 01, 2009 - Ginger Media & Entertainment
Lifelong Star Trek Fan Wins Signed Leonard Nimoy Celestron Telescope
The Franklin Institute partnered with Celestron to give away a vintage telescope signed by Leonard Nimoy. - November 01, 2009 - Celestron
Digital Film Festival Trailer Premiered at Directors Guild of America in Hollywood
On October 29, the latest film transfer from DFRFX was seen at the Hollywood office of the Directors Guild Of America. EDI Media, Inc. (W. Covina, CA) chose DFRFX to transfer the trailer for the 2009 Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF). The CAFF festival premiered at the DGA theater, on this... - October 30, 2009 - Durrenberger Engineering, Inc.
World Known Paranormal International and Desertcoast Films Are Working a Movie Deal
Movie to be made in Arizona, the Comedy of the US based Paranormal International is setting up a deal to make a movie with Arizona’s own Desertcoast Films. Due to start filming the summer of 2010. - October 30, 2009 - Desertcoast Films