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Submissions Open for 25th Annual FirstGlance Indie Film Festival Philadelphia
Submissions open on February 1, 2022, for the 25th annual FirstGlance Indie Film Festival Philadelphia. - February 04, 2022 - FirstGlance Films
Lifetime’s "Saying Yes To Christmas" Star Romaine Waite Joins the CW Hit Series "Two Sentence Horror Stories" for Season 3
Romaine Waite (Saying Yes To Christmas) will appear in Season 3 of "Two Sentence Horror Stories" on The CW. The show is an award winning horror anthology series. Each episode explores primal and social fears. It dissects the horrific parts of society in creative and terrifying ways. The... - February 01, 2022 - Pisgarie Entertainment
Nicholas Merchant Joins the Live Free Podcast
Content creator behind acclaimed series such as "High Schooled" and "Derek & Ryan" discusses his career as he meets Mike Barkhoff for The Live Free Podcast. - January 31, 2022 - Live Free
Star-Studded Fundraising Event to Celebrate Icon Harry Belafonte’s 95th Birthday & 10th Anniversary of Sankofa.org
A star-studded line-up will celebrate the 95th birthday of legendary singer, songwriter, activist, and actor Harry Belafonte. The HB95 benefit evening will also present the inaugural Harry Belafonte Social Justice Awards in honor of the 10th anniversary of Sankofa.org, the social justice organization Mr. Belafonte co-founded. - January 20, 2022 - Sankofa.org
Final 48 Atlanta Theatrical Premiere at the Springs Cinema. Tickets on Sale Now.
Seahawk Productions Pushes the Cinematic Envelope to Create a New Wave of Ultra Low Budget Motion Pictures Looking to start a new breed of independent films, Producers Lisa Sanow and Willi Sanow completed the motion picture Final 48 using an innovative new style of filmmaking. Filmed in just four... - January 18, 2022 - Final 48 Film
2nd Annual Conch Shell International Film Fest Announces Filmocracy.com is the Official Industry Sponsor of Conch Shell International Film Fest
Film - January 17, 2022 - Conch Shell Productions
Documentary Showcase Presents Gottfried Helnwein and the Dreaming Child
Scientology Network’s Documentary Showcase, the weekly series providing a platform for Independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues, presents the award-winning documentary Gottfried Helnwein and the Dreaming Child on a special night and time:... - January 17, 2022 - Scientology Media Productions
Sarah Kellysen Set to Appear on the Live Free Podcast
Sarah Kellysen, a musician, actor, and content creator, is a feature on Week 13 of the Live Free Podcast - January 15, 2022 - Live Free
2nd Annual Conch Shell International Film Fest Announces Final Draft is the Official Larimar Award Sponsor for Conch Shell Int'l Film Fest
Conch Shell International Film Fest (CSIFF) announces that Final Draft (a Cast and Crew Company) is the festival’s official Larimar Award Sponsor. Conch Shell International Film Fest (a Conch Shell Productions presentation) is a 3-day online film festival that takes place Friday August 26,... - January 15, 2022 - Conch Shell Productions
2nd Annual Conch Shell International Film Festival Welcomes Submissions from Caribbean & Caribbean Diaspora Creatives
Conch Shell Int'l Film Fest accepting short film and script submissions for August 26-28, 2022 online fest. - January 15, 2022 - Conch Shell Productions
Private School Capstone Academy Featured on Lifetime TV Show The Balancing Act
Capstone Academy was featured in December ’21 on Lifetime Channel’s long running TV show The Balancing Act hosted by Montel Williams. The School was on the show's local Atlanta edition that took a look at how innovative teachings can be more productive and less stressful on both... - January 13, 2022 - Capstone Academy
Doc. Film "Civil War" Filmmaker Rachel Boynton Helps Selma Celebrate National Day of Racial Healing
Annual National Day of Racial Healing Returns to Selma, Alabama. TRHT Selma to Host Series of Special Online Events. Gov. Ivey Lends Support. - January 13, 2022 - Black Belt Community Foundation
The Magpie Film Company's New Script the Healed is Selected as a Finalist at ISC
The International Screenwriting Competition has selected Edward Gusts' THE HEALED as a finalist in its 2022 competition. - January 13, 2022 - Magpie Film Co
Hitha Drops New Single “We Are Who We Are”
Teen singer-songwriter-Activist, Hitha, has released her first single of 2022, “We Are Who We Are,” which celebrates that acceptance and self-love are for everyone. - January 12, 2022 - Hitha
Starlink for Mohave County Out of Beta Testing
Starlink beta testing has concluded and is now in full operation serving rural Mohave County users. - January 12, 2022 - John Whitford Communications
iPOP Alumni Shameik Moore Returns in Animated Spider-Man Sequel
iPOP Alumni Shameik Moore Returns in Animated Spider-Man Sequel, "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." - January 09, 2022 - iPOP! LA
iPOP Alumni Karrie Martin Signs on to Star in "Nexus Dream"
iPOP Alumni Karrie Martin Signs on to star in writer-director Jigeesh Magar’s "Nexus Dream." - January 09, 2022 - iPOP! LA
Caitlin Carmichael, iPOP Alumni to Star in Indie Feature "Roadkill"
iPOP Alumni Caitlin Carmichael has been tapped to star in the indie feature film "Roadkill." - January 09, 2022 - iPOP! LA
Buddy Bear’s Musical Adventure + A Magical Show for Toddlers and Preschoolers Premieres Exclusively on Apple iTunes and Google Play
After much anticipation by kids and parents around the world, Buddy Bear Adventures LLC announces the release of new and completely original show, Buddy Bear’s Musical Adventure on iTunes and Google Play. - January 07, 2022 - Buddy Bear Adventures LLC
Female Helmed Production Company Head by Scream Queen Actress Sadie Katz Gets Serious Creating Elevated Horror with Her Production of Exorcism Film: "The Beast Inside"
Production has begun on "The Beast Inside" a horror film that centers on a mother's exorcism but dives deeper with underlying themes of alcoholism, mental illness and a loss of faith. - January 06, 2022 - See You Next Tuesday Films
X3 Expo Enlists Adult Superstar "Texas Patti" for 2022 Event
World famous adult superstar "Texas Patti" has teamed up with adult media empire XBIZ to be in attendance for their "X3 Expo" at the Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California from January 7-8. The in-person event is a way for fans to get up close and personal with their... - January 06, 2022 - Texas Patti
Independent Filmmaker, Kamali Culpepper, Wins Awards for Her Movie Trailer
Kamali Culpepper, of Lady K Productions has won six prestigious Awards of Recognition from three sister competitions: The Best Shorts Film Competition, The Accolade Global Film Competition, and The IndieFEST Film Awards. She also won Best Trailer at the Europe Film Festival U.K. - January 05, 2022 - Lady K Productions
ScareNetwork.tv Debuts "The Beast of Bladenboro" Documentary, the True Story of the Vampire Beast
The most comprehensive and detailed documentary ever produced on the legendary Beast of Bladenboro was released on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, exclusively on the streaming platform, ScareNetwork.tv. - January 02, 2022 - ScareNetwork.tv
Actor Ernie Reyes Jr. Calls Kidney Transplant "Greatest Christmas Gift Ever"
After undergoing dialysis three times a week for the past six and a half years, actor Ernie Reyes Jr. is thankful for a second chance at life and looks forward with optimism to the future: "Christmas came early for me this year. Receiving a kidney transplant is the greatest Christmas gift ever." - December 30, 2021 - Ernie Reyes Jr.
Philanthropist, Producer Lily Lisa, Named Second Time as Golden Film Awards Goodwill Ambassador
Filmmaker honored as “Goodwill Ambassador” at the US Hollywood International Golden Film Awards. - December 28, 2021 - Lily Lisa
JJMac Productions Releases New Documentary Following Christmas Tree Farmers During Rising Inflation
New documentary feature follows two Christmas tree farmers as they prepare for the holiday amid rising prices and tree shortages. - December 28, 2021 - JJMAC Productions
New Series "Men Of The House" Currently Airing on Drakoloid
Starring Mike Barkhoff from Live Free in the lineup, "Men Of The House" is a youth based program exclusive to YouTube. - December 17, 2021 - Live Free
GBDCEI Annual Winter Carnival for Teens and Homeless
On December 18, 2021, 2 pm-8 pm, GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute will Host a day of food, music, gifts for teens 12-18, and personal grooming services for the homeless. - December 15, 2021 - GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute
"A Still Small Voice" Book to be Published and Podcast Launched with Timeless Sermons and Life Lessons from Legendary Pastor and Broadcaster
“A Still Small Voice: A memoir of life lessons, collection of sermons and commentaries,” is a collection of curated sermons by Faush, along with commentaries and reflections from other thought leaders who knew him and continue to change lives. The work is also a tribute to the elder Faush that follows the documentary film ON AIR produced by his son, Rev. Dr. Erskine “Chuck” Faush, Jr. “I am sharing what some might call history, and what others might call holy,” said Faush, Jr. - December 02, 2021 - The FSE Company
Mary Aloe, the Founder of Aloe Entertainment Movie Production House, Executive Produces Halle Berry's Directorial Debut in Bruised
Bruised KOs on Netflix, today, November 24, starring and directed by Halle Berry. - November 24, 2021 - Aloe Entertainment
Best Online Video Advertising Campaigns to be Named by Web Marketing Association
The Web Marketing Association will name the Best Online Video Advertising in 86 industries as part of their 20th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. Companies or agencies wishing to nominate their video work may do so at www.IACAward.org before the deadline of January 31, 2022. - November 23, 2021 - Web Marketing Association
Documentary "Think Outside the Box" Filming in Joshua Tree, CA
"Think Outside The Box," a documentary on the Use of Rodenticide by Short Term Vacation Rentals in Joshua Tree, CA - November 22, 2021 - Backbone Trail Arts
“My News” is Complete
Jason Salt, a prominent newscaster, breaks down during a commercial break, but a little savior appears. - November 22, 2021 - Carl David Blake Productions
GHME Productions, LLC Announces the Release of the Feature Film “GENERATIONS”
The film, GENERATIONS, is a drama written, directed and produced by a woman owned mother/daughter team. It presents a snapshot of real life, where three generations of Wright women are reunited and forced to heal strained relationships. The exclusive premiere is on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Cinevision Corporation Atlanta. The film will also be streamed on Amazon Prime Video and more starting early December. - November 20, 2021 - GHME Productions
Heston Lee Set to Ignite the "Americana" Music Industry with His Debut Album "Farewell My Love" Produced by "Youth"
Music will be in the air on November 17, 2021, when Heston Lee releases his long awaited debut album titled, “Farewell My Love.” - November 17, 2021 - Heston Lee
Afritalent Agency Seeks to Bridge Talent of the Global Diaspora with Hollywood Casting Directors and Producers
Afritalent Agency is seeking new talent. Many of Afritalent Agency represented talent appeared in Beyonce’s 2020 hit movie "Black is King." - November 09, 2021 - Afritalent Agency
Hollywood Actor Cal Barnes Publishes New Peter Pan Fantasy Series to Star in
The announcement of the first book in the series, "Son of Neverland," that is in the works to be a franchise. - November 09, 2021 - NineteenFilms
The Young Artist Academy Honors Martin Lawrence & Tiffany Haddish
42nd Awards - Winners & Special Merit Recipients - November 07, 2021 - Young Artist Academy
The Horse Studio Soundstage Expansion
Multi-media hub, The Horse Studio, announces the extension of its offering to movies/films through soundstage QPF in Upstate NY. - November 05, 2021 - The Horse Studio Inc.
ESPAT TV to Bring Innovative Esports & Gaming Content to Screenvision Media's Expansive Cinema & OOH Network
ESPAT TV, a production company specializing in esports and gaming, today announced a new relationship with Screenvision Media to produce and distribute its content across Screenvision’s in-cinema and SV Sports networks. “It’s clear that Screenvision offers a captivating space... - November 04, 2021 - ESPAT TV
SHEEN Magazine and Nouveau Bar & Grill Hosts "For the Love of Money" Movie Premiere "Official" After-Party
SHEEN Magazine and Nouveau Bar & Grill cordially invite you to the “Official” After-Party for the movie premiere of “For The Love Of Money” Wednesday, November 3, 10:00 pm – 1:00 am (Eastern) at Nouveau Bar & Grill, 3775 Main Street, College Park, GA 30337. - November 01, 2021 - Sheen Magazine
The Silver State Film Festival 2021 Happening at The Century Orleans 18 and XD in Las Vegas
Silver State Film Festival welcomes back filmmakers to the theatre in Las Vegas screening over 150 films from around the world and Nevada. - October 27, 2021 - Silver State Film Festival
iPOP Alum Olivia Holt and Chase Dillon Land on Variety’s 2021 Power of Young Hollywood Impact List
iPOP Alumni Olivia Holt and Chase Dillon were among the top listed on this year’s Variety Power of Young Hollywood Impact List. - October 27, 2021 - iPOP! LA
iPOP Alumni Albert Tsai Cast in New Snap Original Series "Action Royale"
IPOP Alumni Albert Tsai has been cast in an upcoming Snap Original series. "Action Royale," a scripted short-form series for Snapchat, released their first official trailer for the show earlier this month. In the series, Albert plays the role of Henry as a series regular. The Snap series... - October 27, 2021 - iPOP! LA
"As the Earth Turns" 80 Years from Creation to Broadcast Premiere on TCM on Halloween
“As the Earth Turns,” a never-released 1938 silent sci-fi film made by a 20-year-old Seattle filmmaker, Richard Lyford, will have its broadcast premiere on Turner Classic Movies, Sunday, October 31, 2021, Halloween at 9 pm (Pacific), 12:00am - Midnight November 1, 2021 (Eastern). This... - October 26, 2021 - 8th Sense Productions, LLC
Stray Cat Finds Forever Home – and Becomes an Action Hero Within Award-Winning Author's Fantasy Novel, Titled, "Journey to Jumbalot"
Ryan commented, “It’s a wonderful feeling to see my debut novel win awards and receive excellent reviews. More than anything, I love to hear young readers tell me how much they loved reading the book and the world of Jumbalot. I only wish I could pet my cat, Albert, one last time and thank him for inspiring me to do this.” - October 24, 2021 - Journey to Jumbalot
Marina del Rey Film Festival Returned to Cinemark 18 and XD HHLA and Celebrated Its 10th Year Anniversary
Marina del Rey Film Festival welcomed back independent filmmakers to the big screen, with over 250 films screening for a week. - October 22, 2021 - Marina del Rey Film Festival
Silicon Beach Film Festival 2021 Hosts Independent Film Fest at The TCL Chinese Theatres
The 2021 Silicon Beach Film Festival held at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres; post press release and highlighted films and events. - October 21, 2021 - Silicon Beach Film Festival
"Harold’s Heavenly Christmas" Brings Joy and Laughter at a Much-Needed Time
The world is certainly different than it was over the last two years. People are hurting and looking for something positive. People turn on their TVs and open their newspapers to gloom and doom about COVID and politics. Is it possible to find some clean water in a cloudy pond? Yes, it is. Christmas... - October 21, 2021 - Chris Whaley
Atlanta Civic Circle Hires Communications Pro as First Executive Director Saba Long to Helm Solutions Journalism Organization
Atlanta Civic Circle is excited to announce the addition of Executive Director, Saba Long. - October 20, 2021 - Atlanta Civic Circle