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Professional Online Film Community IndieFilmChat.com Launches
An online community for film fans and film industry professionals that offers commentary and insider observations on the state of independent film. - February 23, 2008 - LifeSize Entertainment
BayView Entertainment Releasing Angie Miller’s Strength and Core Fusion Workout DVD to Retailers in March
Longtime fitness professional Angie Miller has partnered with BayView Entertainment to release her first DVD – “Strength & Core Fusion” – to retail in March, 2008. - February 22, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Web Host Industry Review Launches Video Features Service
The leading source for Web hosting information offers a video promotion package for hosts and other service providers. - February 21, 2008 - Web Host Industry Review
Celebrated Video Fitness Instructor Amy Bento Releasing Three Xtreme Series DVDs to Retail in March
Popular video fitness instructor Amy Bento is releasing three new DVDs - All Pump Xtreme, Kickbox Xtreme, and Hi-Lo Xtreme - in March 2008 through BayView Entertainment. - February 21, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
New Outlook Productions, Inc. Reaches It's 10th Year Anniversary
New Outlook Productions, Inc. an award winning, affordable, effective multi-media production company is pleased to announce it reached its 10th year anniversary. New Outlook Productions, headquartered in Mount Laurel, NJ since 1998, produces award winning, affordable, effective multi-media productions. The productions include, commercials, infomercials, training, promotion, fund raisers, educational, exhibit, award presentations, pageants and performances. - February 21, 2008 - New Outlook Productions, Inc.
New York Times Bestselling Author Joyce Vedral Releases Latest Fitness DVDs to Retail in February and March
Fitness expert Joyce Vedral has two new DVD releases scheduled for distribution in February and March, 2008. "Walk with Joyce: A Low Impact Walking Workout for Cardio Health" streets on February 26 and "Just Thighs and Just Arms" streets on March 18. - February 20, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Monster Hunters DVD to Scare Up Store Shelves in March
Award-winning documentary filmmaker Peter von Puttkamer set to release “Monster Hunters” feature DVD to retailers in March, 2008. - February 17, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Phase 3 Films Announces Expansion
Phase 3 Films adds new staff and expands offering in Orange County, CA. - February 16, 2008 - Phase 3 Films
Abbey Aminu of Igitusa Video Productions Attends 4EVERGroup Expo 2008
Area video professional learns innovative new ways to improve videomaking skills. - February 15, 2008 - IgitUSA Video Productions
OC3 Media Releases Volume 1 of Swing Out Texas Style Dance DVD
Dance students can now learn the sensual art of Swing Out Dance in the comfort of their own home. For those seeking to meet new friends and build their self confidence level, this DVD teaches Swing Out dancing in less than one week. In less than one hour per day, the aspiring student will master the 7 Basic Steps of Swing Out dancing in the comfort of their own home. - February 13, 2008 - OC3 Media
Jaguar Pictures: "666 the Beginning of the End" Wraps Principal Photography on Location in Mexico
Stardust Films and Jaguar Pictures in association with Ome-G Productions recently wrapped on principal photography last month on their feature film entitled “666 The Beginning of the End.” The film was executive produced by Gustavo Riojas Santana and produced by Christopher Chabot and... - February 12, 2008 - Jaguar Pictures LLC
Shift in Recruiting Practices: New Strategies for Job Seekers Include Video Resumes and Portfolios to Build Online Presence
Video resumes and online portfolios are the latest technique for professionals who want to take advantage of new opportunities and stay on top of emerging trends in recruiting. - February 11, 2008 - FiredUP Careers
Soonami Productions: New Carlsbad, CA Production Company Launches
The launch of Soonami Productions, a new production company in Carlsbad, California. The company is also launching its website today to promote the company and the company's first short film, Drips. - February 07, 2008 - Soonami Productions
Earl Monroe and Al Attles Speak at "Black Magic" World Premiere
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival (www.fullframefest.org), has announced that Earl Monroe and Al Attles will participate in the panel discussion following the world premiere of the theatrical cut of “Black Magic”. The premiere will be held Monday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Carolina... - February 06, 2008 - Full Frame Documentary Festival
HAVE, Inc.’s Digital Archiving Project for Dharma Communications
HAVE, Inc.’s MultiMedia Services division is assisting Dharma by transferring over 2000 Dharma audiocassettes to .wav or .mp3 digital audio files, carefully monitoring both file quality and file naming conventions, and preserving them on stable long life computer hard disc drives. - February 04, 2008 - HAVE, Inc. MultiMedia Services
The It’s Alive Show Announces World Zombie Day & 2008 Zombie Fest
The It's Alive 2008 Zombie Fest will be held on October 25 & 26 at the Pittsburgh ExpoMart. New this year is World Zombie Day, where cities worldwide hold zombie walks with food drives. - February 04, 2008 - Clownhouse Productions, LLC
Horrotica On-Line Magazine Enters Third Year with New Issue
The Popular Mature on-line Magazine Enters Third Year of Publication. - February 02, 2008 - Dark Myth Production Studios
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Hosts World Premiere of Dan Klores’ "Black Magic"
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival (www.fullframefest.org), has announced that it will host the world premiere of the theatrical cut of “Black Magic”, a documentary directed by award-winning filmmaker Dan Klores. The premiere will be held Monday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Carolina... - February 01, 2008 - Full Frame Documentary Festival
American Academy for Film and Gender Studies Releases Lesbian Rape Preview
Controversial documentary filmmakers Justine Chang and Armand Kaye released the first official trailer for the controversial documentary “she stole my voice: A Documentary About Lesbian Rape” today. The film, which has been scheduled for pre-release through several online retailers, is... - February 01, 2008 - The American Academy for Film and Gender Studies
Non Profit Lantawood to Provide Free Training to Atlanta Movie Producers
Experienced and first time movie producers get opportunity for free training and career assistance to boost the new movie industry of the South, growing from Atlanta, Georgia. - January 31, 2008 - Lantawood Inc
Gilad to Release '15 Targeted Express Workouts' 2 DVD Set in February, 2008
Legendary fitness personality Gilad is set to release his latest DVD - 15 Targeted Express Workouts - on February 19, 2008. Gilad, a 2007 National Fitness Hall of Fame inductee and world renowned physical fitness personality, is celebrating 25 years of on-camera fitness instruction in 2008. Retail... - January 30, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Celebration of Praise Gospel Festival Website Launch
The official website of the Celebration of Praise Gospel Festival is now live. Log in to http://www.celebrationofpraisefestival.com for the latest festival news. Celebration of Praise Gospel Festival, staged in partnership between Solid Rock Productions and the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting... - January 30, 2008 - Solid Rock Productions
Poetic Babies: Video Birth Announcements Online
Website provides convenient, cost-effective way for couples to announce the birth of their child through customized video messages. - January 28, 2008 - Poetic Babies
Celebrated Fitness Instructor Kimberly Spreen Set to Release "Progressive Strength" DVD to Retail in February
Kimberly Spreen, one of America’s top video fitness instructors, and BayView Entertainment, America’s leading distributor of fitness, dance, and special-interest DVDs, are proud to announce the first-time retail availability of Kimberly’s workout DVD, Progressive Strength on February 5 for a suggested retail price of $19.99. - January 26, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
NC Film Director Completes New Series of TV Spots for Va. Children's Hospital
Allen Weiss, a film director based in Raleigh, recently completed a series of 30-sec television spots for Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters (CHKD) in Norfolk, Virginia’s only free-standing, full-service pediatric hospital, treating children from birth through age 21 and... - January 26, 2008 - Sedna Films
2Bruce Studio Opens in Asheville, NC
Audio post-production house brings New York expertise to North Carolina city’s growing film and television scene. - January 26, 2008 - 2BruceStudio
Survivor of Columbine High School Shootings Writes and Directs "April Showers," an Intimate Feature Film Based on the Colorado Tragedy
From writer/director Andrew Robinson comes a tremendously personal look inside one of our nation’s great tragedies, as seen through his eyes as a survivor. Based on actual events, "April Showers" is about picking up the pieces in the direct aftermath of one of America’s... - January 26, 2008 - Women on Top Productions
Bruno Barreto's Romeo and Juliet Get Married to be Released on February 5th
Critically-acclaimed Brazilian director, Bruno Barreto, adds a twist to the classic love story by setting it in the crazy world of soccer. - January 18, 2008 - LifeSize Entertainment
Filmmaker Sid Kali Signs Worldwide Distribution Deal for "In With Thieves" - Explosive Crime Drama to be Released via York Entertainment
Slice of Americana Films finalized an agreement with York Entertainment for the domestic and international release of Writer-Director Sid Kali's second feature-length film, "In With Thieves," a stylish crime story filled with explosive urban action. The film stars Jennifer Day, Jerome... - January 17, 2008 - Slice Of Americana Films
American Cannibal: The Road to Reality Named Best Documentary of 2007
Pop culture commentator Kurt Loder named “American Cannibal: The Road to Reality”as his top pick for Best Documentary of 2007, in a yearly roundup posted on MTV.com. - January 15, 2008 - LifeSize Entertainment
Bad Dog Name is “Vicked”
“Bad Dog” was an oxymoron, because the Dymon family has raised dogs for the disabled. In light of Michael Vick it is no longer funny. - January 12, 2008 - Paul Dymon films, inc
Reel Connect Opens New Home for Online Independent Film
A new resource for filmmakers and film-viewers has opened its doors this week. Reel Connect has debuted the new beta version of their website, ReelConnect.com, on Monday, January 7, 2008. The site offers film-lovers a new showcase of the best and most creative independent short films on the... - January 12, 2008 - Reel Connect
The System Within Completes "The Stick Up Kids" Motion Picture
The motion picture “The Stick Up Kids” completed filming in New York City, New York and will be release theatrically and on DVD in Spring 2008. “The Stick Up Kids” was produced by The System Within Film Productions and Tariq Alexander. This urban drama, set in Harlem,... - January 12, 2008 - The System Within Film Production, LLC
BayView’s January DVD Releases Promise to Deliver the Goods for Fitness Fans of All Shapes and Sizes
BayView Entertainment, America’s leading distributor of fitness, dance, and special-interest DVDs is proud to announce their extensive lineup of fitness releases for January and all of the DVD releases are available for the first time at retail. Utilizing some of the best fitness instructors... - January 09, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Atlanta DJ Company Receives Best Wedding Pick 2007 from Wedding Giant, TheKnot.com
Atlanta based wedding disc jockey company is proud to announce its accomplishment from 2007. - January 09, 2008 - Avalanche Entertainment, Inc.
3D Animator Publishes First Book in Series on "Rigging"; New Technique Simplifies Creation of CG Muscles & Tendons
Award-winning 3D animator TJ Galda has kicked off his new series of books on Character Rigging with an advanced book outlining how to create muscles and tendons using computer graphics software such as Autodesk’s Maya. The book is designed to make the techniques as accessible as possible, so... - January 09, 2008 - TJGalda.com
Atlanta Based Entertainment Company Announces New Promotion to Partner in Education
Avalanche Entertainment, Atlanta DJ entertainment company, offers promotion to schools with Sports Radio 790 The Zone. - January 09, 2008 - Avalanche Entertainment, Inc.
ATV Video – Rocklin Unveils New Full Service Video Production Studio
ATV Video Technologies in Rocklin, CA announces completion of its first full service video production studio. To meet the increasing needs for professional videos, ATV’s has expands its capacity by building out fully equipped production studio. The new studio will meet the needs of its... - January 08, 2008 - ATV Video Center - Rocklin
Sedna Films Adds to Staff
Sedna Films, a commercial production company, recently hired Moses Mugo to serve as manager of its Santa Monica office. Mugo moved from Africa to the United States in 1990 when he was 18 to pursue an education. He worked in freelance production for a number of years until he earned enough money to... - January 05, 2008 - Sedna Films
Victory Multimedia to Distribute Independent Comedy, "Raging Hormones"
Independent film and award winning teen comedy, "Raging Hormones" - www.raginghormonesmovie.com - will now be available on DVD through Victory Multimedia Distribution in Inglewood, CA. - January 05, 2008 - Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc.
Michael Dugan Launches Direct Response Marketing Consulting Division
Michael Dugan, president of Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc. - www.thrillstreet.com - has launched a consulting division specializing in Direct Response Marketing, infomercials, DRTV, commercials, and integrated marketing and advertising campaigns. His previous campaigns have generated over $750 million dollars in revenue. - January 05, 2008 - Thrill Street Entertainment, Inc.
ATV Video – Rocklin Announces Comprehensive Digital Signage Solution
ATV Video Technologies in Rocklin, CA announces development of a comprehensive Digital Signage solution. This new solution takes a holistic approach and includes marketing strategy consulting, system design, hardware procurement, installation, project management, content development: video... - January 03, 2008 - ATV Video Center - Rocklin
WWII Hal Holbrook Film Wins CINE Golden Eagle Award
Silent Wings: The American Glider Pilots of WWII produced by Rob Child & Assoc., LLC has won the prestigious CINE Golden Eagle Award. - January 02, 2008 - Rob Child & Associates, LLC
Broadcast Premiere of Documentary Embracing Da Kink, Directed by Joel Gordon on Global Television January 1st, 2008 at 9 PM ET/PT
Filmed over seven years, Embracing Da Kink is a one hour documentary that traces the development of one of Canada's most successful productions, Da Kink in My Hair. - January 01, 2008 - V-Formations Productions Inc.
Anti-AgingDiary.com Celebrates First Anniversary
We can reverse aging. Watch one man’s year long effort at AntiAgingDiary.com. Through 2007, Paul M. J. Suchecki, producer of “Reverse Aging Now,” adopted the principals of age reversal outlined in his feature length documentary. The dramatic photos and documented medical improvements speak for themselves. Mr. Suchecki lost 35 pounds, sliced 7 years off his biological age, and 25 minutes from his time in the Malibu Triathlon of 5 years before. - December 29, 2007 - Checkmate Pictures
Smidgits Are Coming for You
The Smidgits Video Network Launches imeem.com Channel. - December 29, 2007 - Vision Dynamics Entertainment Inc.
World Wide Visionary Entertainment (WWVE) Inc Needs Investors and Brokers
World Wide Visionary Entertainment Inc, the first and official independent film studio company, film distributor and book publishing company (in Chattanooga, Tennessee) needs both public and private (accredited) investors, and as well as both registered and independent brokers, to back its... - December 13, 2007 - World Wide Visionary Entertainment Inc
Anime Directory Gives Webmasters Speed and Quick Listing
Many website listings exist today – but the ones pertaining to the Japanese Animation world never get any attention from their administrators. One new directory is out to change that. - December 03, 2007 - Anime Directory
County Road 14 Now on DVD
County Road 14 is a fictional thriller, inspired by actual events. The main character, Regina Colfax and her husband Tom move back to Regina's hometown, Perry, Florida after her Great-Aunt passes away in a car accident. Then Regina befriends jess Williams to help her solve the unexplained death of her aunt. But as their investigation grows longer, they find that not only have they awoken Rita Mae Cobb, they've unleashed a spirit that will doom them all. - December 03, 2007 - MysterE Visions Entertainment
S.W.V. Studios John Feeley Legend Production Scores Triple Play
Classic FM TV to air three classical music videos produced by SWV Studios - November 28, 2007 - SWV Studios