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Livermore Valley Film Commission Succeeds in Bringing Productions to Area
The Livermore Valley Film Commission, formed three years ago to promote filming in Livermore, California, has added Pleasanton and Dublin, California to its scope to foster economic development. - October 02, 2008 - Livermore Chamber of Commerce
Call for Submissions – Vanuatu Very Short Film Festival
Vanuatu Very Short Film Festival announced today that they are now officially accepting entries for the 2008 festival. - October 02, 2008 - Vanuatu Very Short Film Festival
Hollywood Vibes Comes to K Street at Lotus Lounge Celebrity Red Carpet Charity Party to Benefit Childrens Miracle Network
Star Studded Red Carpet Leads to an All-Star Celebration. Inside Lotus Featuring Special Guest Set Performance By Los Angeles Celebrity DJ Samantha Ronson. - October 01, 2008 - Pointed Magazine
Launch of the 2nd Annual 2008 Indie Short Film Competition
The launch of the 2nd annual international short film and video competition for independent filmmakers has been announced by The Indie Short Film Competition. The competition is sponsored by Sony Creative Software, Write Brothers, FrameForge 3D Studio, JellyPie Software, Media Servies, MovieMaker... - October 01, 2008 - The Indie Short Film Competition
Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jason Connery Build "Houses" in NOLA
Austin Pendleton, Jennifer Fontaine signed to co-star in New Indie Drama, Glass Houses. - September 27, 2008 - Outdoor Families Magazine
Eerie Horror Film Festival Announces Official Film Selections
The Eerie Horror Film Festival will roll out the red carpet for more than 60 films, October 9-12, at the historic Warner Theater in Erie, Pennsylvania. Festival President Greg Ropp said 51 of the films were selected from more than 300 entries worldwide this season. “The quality of the film... - September 27, 2008 - Eerie Horror Film Festival
Texas Chainsaw Massacre Cast Reunion to Highlight Eerie Horror Film Festival
Texas Chainsaw Massacre Cast Reunion to Highlights Fifth Eerie Horror Film Festival. A cast reunion of the classic horror film “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” will highlight the fifth Eerie Horror Film Festival, October 9-12, at the historic Warner Theater in Erie, Pennsylvania. Cast... - September 27, 2008 - Eerie Horror Film Festival
U.S. Sports Film Festival Features Baseball, Basketball and Racing Films at Inaugural Festival in Philadelphia, October 23-26
Movies following former major league manager Bobby Valentine’s season in the Japanese League, rising basketball stars Kevin Love and Michael Beasley’s experience playing in Rucker Park and a look inside the grueling 24 Hours of LeMans all join USSFF lineup. - September 26, 2008 - U.S. Sports Film Festival
Movie Makers Offer Online Chat to Answer Fan Questions
The Makers of the giant monster movie Sacrifice will hold an internet chat session for fans to ask questions on Tuesday, September 30th at 7:30pm. - September 26, 2008 - Brick Cave media
Online Cataloging of Videos and DVDs
New website offers web service for online cataloging of videos and dvds. - September 22, 2008 - Take11.com
American Girls in Islamic Country
The Little Travelers travel series for children heads to Indonesia for its second episode. Three and five year old sisters, Chantelle and Nakia, explore the island of Bali and make friends with local children, feed bananas to wild monkeys, meet Balinese dancers and visit a Balinese home. - September 21, 2008 - The Little Travelers
IndieFlix “Bridge to Everywhere” Deal Delivers Much Needed Distribution Help to Indie Filmmakers
IndieFlix Inc. is proud to announce that they will be distributing their users content through several third party outlets. The third parties include ITunes, Joost, Hulu, Amazon VOD, Netflix and VUDU. - September 19, 2008 - IndieFlix Inc.
Announcing DeeDee Bigelow's Latest Casting in Upcoming Films
DeeDee Bigelow is an up and coming actress. DeeDee Bigelow has been in episodes of Shark, My Name is Earl and CSI:NY. She was interviewed on blogtalkradio.com on The Mortalvampire on Sunday evening and she had the chat room and the callers in stitches. She is an only child and when asked if she... - September 19, 2008 - DeeDee Bigelow
DeeDee Bigelow Announces Two New Scripts Currently Being Written
Actress DeeDee Bigelow Just Keeps on DeeDee continues to stay busy. It seems that she is very busy writing not one but two scripts; the first one is called The Perfect Serial Killer which will be filmed in 2009 for release in 2010; the second is called Montgomery Road which is to be filmed in 2010... - September 19, 2008 - DeeDee Bigelow
Brassco Page Productions, Presents It's Debut Film "Pretty in Red"
AFM American Film Market. Brassco Page Productions is very pleased to be at the AFM this year bringing “Pretty in Red” 2008 for distribution. First time Producer/Writer/Director Stella Oliveros also stars in the film about her life coming to USA and self discovery. Pretty in Red has... - September 19, 2008 - Brassco Page Productions
Gotham Screen 2nd Annual Film Festival & Screenplay Contest
Final Deadlines Approaching – Line-up Soon to be Announced. - September 18, 2008 - Gotham Screen
MAZEfilms, Inc., Taps MAYO Communications for Media Relations
The full service public relations agency based in Los Angeles has been hired to create a buzz for new U.S. horror movie “Cornered!” - September 17, 2008 - MAYO Communications
U.S. Sports Film Festival Announces First Set of Landmark Films to be Shown at Inaugural Festival in Philadelphia, Oct. 23-26, 2008
Classic Films by Producer Mark Ciardi, Including Invincible, The Rookie and Miracle, Along with Debuts of Films on Baseball, Basketball and Mixed Martial Arts Among First Set of Titles Announced Today. - September 16, 2008 - U.S. Sports Film Festival
Pith-e Productions DVD Movie The Archaeology of Comedy at Blogworld & New Media Expo 2008 Exclusive Screener Available
The Archaeology of Comedy DVD will be available for critics and consumers to review and at Blogcritics.org / Technorati / Booth #321 at the Blogworld & New Media Expo 2008 Las Vegas, Nevada during September 20 and 21. - September 16, 2008 - Pith-e Productions
New Book Released by Infinity Films on "Techniques of the Film Masters"
A new book entitled "Techniques of the Film Masters" (ISBN: 978-1-4357-4347-2) has been released by Infinity Films of Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. Film enthusiast and author Adrian Robbe gives student filmmakers a unique look at the personality, vision of cinema, directing style, and creative artistic elements in film of several famous film directors including Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, M. Night Shyamalan, as well as Orson Welles. - September 16, 2008 - Adrian Robbe
British Animation Back on Track
New animation film, Bob and the Lost Idols, looks set to introduce a new era in British animation design. - September 14, 2008 - Creation Studio
Alive Mind Presents Its Debut World Music DVD Release "Sound of the Soul" with Bonus CD
Alive Mind is pleased to announce the inaugural release of their new world music line: Sound of the Soul. Already a worldwide film festival favorite, Sound of the Soul transports viewers on an exhilarating and inspiring cinematic journey into the heart of the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music. “The music you will see in this film is extraordinary, and its message of healing is profound,” says Peter Scarlett, executive director of the Tribeca Film Festival. - September 13, 2008 - Alive Mind
Audition Now Launch New Website
Audition Now, a leading UK casting agency, has launched a brand new website. The new site went live on Thursday, September 10th, 2008, and can be viewed at www.auditionnow.co.uk. Boasting a colourful, vivacious new image, the website focuses on three main areas: auditions for theatre and stage,... - September 13, 2008 - SEO.co.uk
Christina DeRosa Will be Appearing Friday, September 12, 2008, at the New York 2008 Urbanworld Film Festival Screening of CineMax's "Zane’s Sex Chronicles”
Up and Coming Television Star Christina DeRosa will be appearing Friday, September 12, 2008, 10:00 PM at the New York 2008 Urbanworld Film Festival Screening of CineMax's "Zane’s Sex Chronicles" occurring at the AMC theater, 312 West 34th Street following a Cocktail reception at 320... - September 12, 2008 - Christina DeRosa
People from Around Latin America Get Discovered Are Granted a Full Scholarship to Study Acting for Film at Westbridge Film School in Mexico
Westbridge Film School (WEFIS) announced today that it has discovered people from around different Latin American countries who have the potential of becoming successful movie actors, and that it has granted them a full scholarship to study its one year Acting for Film program. - September 12, 2008 - Westbridge University
Anthony D Colby Moving to A List as Filmmaker and Actor
Next film due to begin Production Spring 2009. - September 11, 2008 - Andeco Films LLC.
Meet the Original Creator James Rado and Filmmaker Pola Rapaport to Celebrate the Release of the Documentary: HAIR: Let the Sun Shine in at Bottlerocket
Missed this summer’s smash performance HAIR: The Musical at Central Park? Alive Mind and Bottlerocket Wine & Spirit are proud to present a special wine tasting event in honor of the DVD release of the documentary film HAIR: Let the Sun Shine in and the closing of the critically acclaimed... - September 09, 2008 - Alive Mind
Farview Recording Announces Release of UltraDrums, Newest Installment of Drum Samples, in Gog and Wav Format
Farview Recording is pleased and proud to introduce its latest collection of superb drum samples, entitled UltraDrums. UltraDrums is the fourth collection of professionally recorded and processed drum samples offered by Farview Recording. Carrying on the tradition of excellence, Farview Recording's... - September 09, 2008 - Farview Recording
Mobster Documentary “Shooting Henry Hill” to Debut on Blockbuster Online and Netflix September 23rd
Shooting Henry Hill is a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the world of mafia turncoat, Henry Hill, the subject of Warner Brother’s classic film, “Goodfellas” to premiere on Blockbuster Online and Netflix. - September 09, 2008 - Passion River Films
New Book Released by Infinity Films for Student Filmmakers
A new book entitled "Metamorphosis of Hollywood Filmmaking" (ISBN: 978-1-4357-3290-2) has been released by Infinity Films of Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. Film enthusiast and author Adrian Robbe gives student filmmakers a unique look at how film style and movie production modes developed from one stage to the next in the life history of the Hollywood motion picture industry. - September 08, 2008 - Adrian Robbe
Jennifer Fox's Hit Feminist Manifesto and Real-Life Soap Opera "Flying: Confessions of A Free Woman" Now Available Nationwide
Six-part reality series on reproductive rights, motherhood, sexuality, relationships, and the modern female life now out on DVD at select women’s sites. - September 06, 2008 - Alive Mind
Award-Winning Documentary "To Touch the Soul" Holds Its New York Screening Debut During the 11 Days of Global Unity Worldwide Events
“To Touch the Soul” will screen on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m. in New York as part of the worldwide events connected to 11 Days of Global Unity. - September 06, 2008 - Cut Loose Productions
More Quality Titles at Better Prices with Cinebox.Net’s 10th Anniversary
In conjunction with its 10th anniversary of providing cinema buffs France and Canada, a place from which to secure the choicest titles at bargain prices, CineBox.net likewise launches its new and improved website. With its updated layout and content, looking for a particular title whether it be a... - September 06, 2008 - CineBox.Net
Tariq Alexander Appointed to Take the Helm as President of Ruff Ryders Film Division
Tariq Alexander Along with Casting Director Mike Fenton Launch Nationwide Casting Call for the Next Ruff Ryders Films/TSW Film Productions Feature Film - September 04, 2008 - TSW World
"Ready To Die" Principal Photography Commences in Los Angeles
Ready To Die press release - September 04, 2008 - O27 Entertainment
Best Florida Horror Film Award Winner “Zombies! Zombies! Zombies!” to Debut on Blockbuster Online and Netflix September 9th
“Zombies! Zombies! Zombies!,” a comedy-thriller featuring the ultimate battle between Strippers vs. Zombies to premiere on Blockbuster Online and Netflix. - August 28, 2008 - Passion River Films
Pacific Film Archive and the Bancroft Library Create the Film Arts Foundation Collection
The “Film Arts Collection” to Document Over 30 Years of Independent Filmmaking in the San Francisco Bay Area. - August 27, 2008 - Film Arts Foundation
Sacred Cow's "American Drug War" Nominated for 2008 High Times Stony Awards
Coincides with a new YouTube release from the maker of the film, "Sleepwalker McCain: Patriot or Hypocrite?" - August 26, 2008 - SacredCow
Alive Mind's Special Offer - The Hope Combo for 9/11
In honor of 9/11 and in remembrance of the victims and their families, Alive Mind is exclusively offering two award-winning documentaries, Forgiveness: Stories of Our Time and Beyond Belief - The Hope Combo for 25% off this September. - August 23, 2008 - Alive Mind
Alive Mind Presents the Cabaret Combo for Those Election Cycle Blues
Together at last America's favorite Dragapella Quartet Kinsey Sicks meets Drag cabaret duo Kiki & Herb in one stunning, wildly entertaining, DVD combo The Cabaret Combo. Exclusively available through Alive Mind. - August 23, 2008 - Alive Mind
The Hollywood Outlaw Comedy Tour World Tour Begins 30 July - 25 Aug, 8pm, Gilded Balloon
The most influential comics of the last decade. Step out of the shadows, their comic darts sharpened with reality and aimed squarely at you. Banned from the island of misfit toys, comics that rattle the Hollywood Establishment, together in an unstoppable comedy event. Starring likes of Maija DiGiorgio, Mark Voyce, Tony Woods, and other special misfits. - August 16, 2008 - Hollywood Outlaws
Academy Award Winner to Direct ‘Hot Stuff’
‘The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor’ action unit director Vic Armstrong and co-producer Josette Perrotta are teaming up yet again for the production of the action/adventure film ‘Hot Stuff’ for Carmen Stevens Productions. - August 16, 2008 - Rolling Seas Promotions Pty Ltd
FiveFold Productions LLC Wins Two Telly Awards for Inspiring Docu-Short About Real Beauty
"Real Beauty" wins two prestigious 2008 Telly Awards for inspiring docu-short about how teen girls perceive beauty. - August 16, 2008 - FiveFold Productions, LLC
Attacks on Bathers on the Rise. Mikemonahanbooks.com Just Released Barracuda, the Novel. This Frightening Book of Fiction is Scaring Swimmers Around the Globe.
Barracuda is a fast-paced story in which international intrigue, environmental catastrophe, and the sense of cultural pride collide. Even on vacation, Mick O’Shaughnessy is a detective at heart, and he refuses to fly away from the chaos in this island paradise until all questions are answered and feelings of safety and justice take over the atoll. - August 15, 2008 - mikemonahanbooks.com
WineAndHospitalityNetwork.com Announces Pre-Release Party / Private Screening of the Movie Bottle Shock, for Wine Industry Professionals
WineAndHospitalityNetwork.com, the wine & hospitality industry business & social network, today announced details of a pre-screening party for the movie “Bottle Shock.” Producer Brenda Lhormer, will speak to the group about the making of the movie, which is based on the true story of “The Judgment of Paris” in which a California wine trumps the French competition for the first time in a Paris blind tasting in 1976, forever changing the California wine industry. - August 15, 2008 - Community Cafe & Annex Wine Bar
Orgasmic Birth Comes to Colorado, the Documentary That is Making Waves All Over the World
Belly Bliss LLC, a new locally owned business, will host the screenings of Orgasmic Birth. Screenings will take place on September 1st, 2008 in Denver at the Oriental Theater and on September 3rd, 2008 in Boulder at the Nomad Theater. Both screenings will be followed with a question and answer session with the filmmaker, Debra Pascali-Bonaro who is flying in for the event. - August 13, 2008 - Belly Bliss
Barry Canty Awarded Heineken Red Star Filmmaker Award
Multi-hyphenate is the 2008 recipient for his movie “L.A. Proper.” - August 13, 2008 - "L.A. Proper"
Independent Features Film Festival Announces 2008 Audience Choice Winners
Second annual festival is a huge success with sold out shows, three nights of parties, and an incredible awards show. - August 11, 2008 - Independent Features, LLC
Dark Myth Pictures Pulls Plug on 'Body Bag'
Dark Myth Pictures (a subsidiary of Dark Myth Production Studios) announced today that effective August 1, 2008, production of "Body Bag" has been cancelled. Dark Myth management made the announcement to staff earlier today. "This was a difficult decision," said David K. - August 09, 2008 - Dark Myth Production Studios
City of Philadelphia Secures Groundbreaking Film Festival Dedicated to Sports
The U.S. Sports Film Festival, the Most Comprehensive Film Festival Dedicated to the Competition of Sport, to Debut In Philadelphia, Oct. 23-26. - August 07, 2008 - U.S. Sports Film Festival