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Averatt S. Richmond Chosen for a Lifetime Achievement Award by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Averatt S. Richmond of Albany, New York has been chosen for a Lifetime Achievement Award by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her accomplishments in the field of entertainment. About Averatt S. Richmond Averatt S. Richmond is a professional actor whose... - October 01, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
National Medal of Honor Museum Premieres Valor & Victory Documentary with Creative Partnership from DHD Films
The National Medal of Honor Museum premiered Valor & Victory: The Making of the National Medal of Honor Museum, a 30-minute documentary produced by Dallas-based DHD Films. The film captures the journey from concept to construction of the Arlington landmark and honors America’s heroes. The event featured Medal of Honor recipients, civic leaders, and a panel including Chris Cassidy, Jeff Williams, Gen. Patrick Henry Brady, and Col. Michael Caldwell. - September 25, 2025 - DHD Films
Charting New Courses - New Documentary Showcases Women in Sailing, Brings Hollywood to Seabrook, TX
Charting New Courses follows Bad Girl, an all-female Texas sailing crew, as they defend their title in the grueling 150-mile Harvest Moon Regatta. Interwoven with voices of trailblazers like Olympian Francesca Clapcich and Tracy Edwards, the film explores resilience, teamwork, and representation in a male-dominated sport, celebrating women pushing boundaries and inspiring the next generation to chart their own course. - September 24, 2025 - Lost Light Films
Rising Hollywood Actor and Singer Songwriter James Gault Expands IMDb Profile With New Videos and Images
Rising Hollywood actor James Gault is expanding his presence on IMDb, showcasing his latest credits and career highlights. Fans can explore his curated IMDb images featuring behind-the-scenes stills, and view his talent in action through the IMDb video gallery; More media and updates are available on IMDb. - September 23, 2025 - James Gault, Actor
Virtual Jesus Freaks Reunion
Tune in on Sunday, Sept. 28, 4:30 to 5:30 pm (EST) for a one-hour preview of the movie, “Jesus Freaks,” featuring testimonials by today’s leaders who became Jesus Freaks during the move of the Holy Spirit. - September 23, 2025 - TCT
First Dutch Film About Stuttering by a Stuttering Director Selected for Playa Film Festival
Unspoken Truth, the debut short film directed by Irmo Stijnberg, produced by Censtudios, has been selected for the Playa Film Festival in Aruba and nominated in the Kingdom of Shorts category. The world premiere will take place there in October 2025, marking the very first public screening of the film. - September 22, 2025 - Censtudios
D.B. Cooper Con 2025 at Kiggins Theatre, November 14-16
From November 14 to 16, 2025, Vancouver will once again be the center of one of the nation’s most enduring mysteries: "Who was D.B. Cooper?" CooperCon at the historic Kiggins Theatre, will feature a range of experts, scientists, researchers, and authors presenting and discussing the latest case advancements and even unveiling a new suspect. Saturday night will be capped off with the red carpet premiere of the full-length feature documentary, American Skyjacker. - September 19, 2025 - DB Cooper Events
iPOP Alum Ethan Cole Debuts in Peacock Original “The Paper”
Ethan Cole’s career took off after being discovered at iPOP!, the premier biannual talent showcase event. A South African native, he competed in 2018 and signed with his first manager in Los Angeles and began working in music. He returned to iPOP in 2019 as a special guest and celebrity... - September 19, 2025 - iPOP! LA
iPOP Alum Pierson Fode Starring in Netflix’s "The Wrong Paris"
Pierson Fodé is an American actor, model, and internet personality whose career skyrocketed after being discovered at iPOP!, the premier biannual talent showcase event. He is best known for his breakout role as Thomas Forrester on CBS’s The Bold and the Beautiful, earning two Daytime... - September 15, 2025 - iPOP! LA
iPOP Alum Madelaine Petsch Starring in Prime Video’s “Maintenance Required”
iPOP Alum Madelaine Petsch Starring in Prime Video’s “Maintenance Required” - September 14, 2025 - iPOP! LA
Animalis Fabula Film Festival to Honor Dr. Temple Grandin at Closing Night Ceremony
The Animalis Fabula Film Festival (#AniFab25), presented by Texas Media Maker Magazine, announce the closing night feature documentary and honoree. The festival will celebrate the life and groundbreaking work of Dr. Temple Grandin with a special screening of the film, "Temple Grandin: An Open Door," and present the Temple Grandin Lifetime Achievement Award. The event will take place on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the Woodlawn Theater. - September 11, 2025 - Texas Media Maker
Healing Through the Lens: Suspense with a Purpose - Webinar on October 1, 2025
Movie Mad Entertainment LLC is excited to announce its upcoming episodic film project, "The Atonement Series." This series deals with the complexities of domestic violence and mental illness. Much is revealed during this important story, including the long lasting effects of the... - September 10, 2025 - Movie Mad Entertainment LLC
Colossal Productions Launches, Transforming Event Experiences in East Tennessee
Colossal Productions LLC is an East Tennessee-based entertainment company specializing in immersive sports watch parties, corporate functions, municipal events, weddings, and social celebrations. With massive LED video walls, premium PA systems, Starlink-powered streaming, and full-service planning, Colossal Productions delivers seamless, stress-free experiences tailored to each client’s vision. - September 07, 2025 - Colossal Productions LLC
Brittany Lewis Joins as a Co-Producer on Perry Power’s Upcoming Film, “It Ends With Me”
Brittany Lewis, co-founder of Just Us Studio, has joined as a co-producer on "It Ends With Me," the debut screenplay from London-based entrepreneur, author, and actor Perry Power. Based on true events, "It Ends With Me" follows Perry, a charismatic fitness coach whose father,... - September 04, 2025 - Just Us Studio
"Self Harm" Will Screen at the 2025 Silicon Beach Film Festival. TCL Chinese Theater. Tuesday September 9 at 7:30 PM.
The Magpie Film Company's Feature Film "Self Harm" will be screening Tuesday September 9th at the historic TCL Chinese theater as part of The Silicon Beach Film Festival. - August 29, 2025 - Magpie Film Co
TasteTV's 2nd Annual San Francisco Science Fiction Short Film & TV Awards Announce 2025 Winners
The 2nd Annual San Francisco Science Fiction Short Film & TV Awards, produced by TasteTV, are proud to announce the 2025 winners and finalists, honoring this year’s most imaginative, creative, and boundary-pushing storytelling in short films, streaming, and television. “This... - August 29, 2025 - TasteTV
DeloreanRental.com Takes Center Stage in Forbes: “How DeLorean Time Machine Rentals Became a Cultural Phenomenon”
Forbes has featured DeloreanRental.com in its article “How DeLorean Time Machine Rentals Became a Cultural Phenomenon” (Aug 26, 2025). The piece highlights how the company turned an iconic movie car into a nationwide experience for weddings, events, and productions, blending nostalgia, pop culture, and cinematic accuracy. - August 27, 2025 - Delorean Rental
Grease Performs at Historic Sunset Theatre in Asheboro, NC
RhinoLeap Productions announces its final production of its 10th Anniversary Season will be the musical Grease. Grease, in co-production with Temple Theatre, will open on September 27 at the historic Sunset Theatre in Asheboro, NC. The production will close on October 12. - August 26, 2025 - RhinoLeap Productions
DHD Films Premieres Valor & Victory: The Making of the National Medal of Honor Museum
DHD Films premiered Valor & Victory: The Making of the National Medal of Honor Museum, a 30-minute documentary capturing the multi-year journey to build the Museum in Arlington, Texas. Featuring Medal of Honor recipients, civic leaders, and the late architect Rafael Viñoly’s striking design, the film highlights courage, collaboration, and community in bringing this national landmark to life, preserving stories of valor for generations. - August 25, 2025 - DHD Films
iPOP Alum Ava Jean Lands Role in the Reboot of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”
Almost seven years ago, it was announced that a reboot of Buffy the Vampire Slayer was in development with Monica Owusu-Breen, co-creator of the TV show Midnight, Texas. It was said that the new show would be “contemporary, building on the mythology of the original.” That project never... - August 22, 2025 - iPOP! LA
iPOP Alum Jacob Batalon Wraps Filming in Scotland “Spider-Man: Brand New Day”
iPOP Alum Jacob Batalon films in Scotland in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” - August 20, 2025 - iPOP! LA
Dominic L. Santana Delivers a Gripping Performance as “Chuleta” in Hightown; Seasons 2 & 3 Now Streaming on Netflix
Critically acclaimed actor Dominic L. Santana brings intensity and raw charisma to his guest-starring role as “Chuleta” in Seasons 2 and 3 of Hightown, the gritty crime drama now available on Netflix. Known for his powerful screen presence, Santana’s portrayal of the enigmatic... - August 14, 2025 - Dominic L. Santana
Pioneering Louise Brooks Website Marks 30th Anniversary
The Louise Brooks Society, a pioneering fan site and online archive devoted to the legendary actress, celebrates 30 years on the world wide web. - August 13, 2025 - Louise Brooks Society
Forge Film Studios Launches at Historic TCT Broadcast Facility with Grammy Winner Kaya Jones and Boxing Legend Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini
On Wednesday, August 6, Forge Film Studios officially launched at the historic TCT Network television facility in Akron with a high-energy grand opening featuring Grammy Award-winning recording artist Kaya Jones and boxing legend Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini. The event marked the debut of a... - August 12, 2025 - TCT
Explosive New Docuseries, "I’m Not Supposed to be Here," Now Available on the Roku Channel
The untold 30-year odyssey of music’s most unstoppable outsider, Eddie Blazquez — frontman of Toke D Keda. - August 11, 2025 - Toke D Keda
Psychological Thriller Series Release Me Begins Production on Pilot Episode “Echo” Starring Gia Skova
"Release Me: Echo," the pilot episode of a new psychological thriller anthology series, is set to begin filming this fall with a spring 2026 release. Created and written by Christiana Cross, and co-directed by Cross and actress Gia Skova, the series follows individuals trapped in AI-driven rooms where they must confront their deepest emotional wounds. Skova stars as Tawny Richards in the pilot, a ruthless businesswoman forced to reckon with her past. - August 11, 2025 - Christiana Cross Media
iPOP Alum Jake Short stars in a New RomCom, "Where We Meet"
Jake Short’s new RomCom “Where We Meet” takes two unlikely characters on an emotional journey. - August 11, 2025 - iPOP! LA
Arthur Greisiger Named a Professional of the Year for 2025 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Arthur Greisiger of Southampton, Pennsylvania, has been named a Professional of the Year for 2025, in recognition of his remarkable accomplishments in the theater and film industries. About Arthur Greisiger Arthur Greisiger is chairman of the board, artistic director, author, and proprietor of... - August 06, 2025 - Strathmore Worldwide
FilmHedge’s Jon Gosier Invests in Modern Media Insurance Company Dark Horse Risk
FilmHedge will Integrate Dark Horse Into Financing Workflow for Film & TV Production - August 05, 2025 - FilmHedge, LLC
Arek Zasowski Wins Gold Telly Award for Best 3D Animation in Film & Shorts
Polish-born filmmaker Arek Zasowski takes home the prestigious Gold Telly Award in 3D Animation – Film & Shorts for his cinematic holiday adventure Guardians of the Secrets of the Luminara Challenge. - August 05, 2025 - Arek Zasowski
Deena Trudy’s First Feature Film, "Toke N’ Choke Dispensary," Nears Completion in Final Stages of Post-Production
"Toke N’ Choke Dispensary" marks the feature debut of actor-director-producer Deena Trudy, delivering a wild fusion of crime, comedy, action, and drama. With a cast led by podcast host and actor Glenn Lawrence, the film dives into a dispensary’s unraveling amid DEA pressure and buried secrets. - August 02, 2025 - Dankpix LLC
A Symphony of Survival: Dariya Letto’s Rise from Ruins to Recognition
Dariya Letto, is a Ukrainian composer and psychologist who survived two wars and turned her experiences into powerful cinematic music. A survivor of two wars, a mother, a healer, and now a rising force in international film scoring, Letto’s journey reads like a screenplay - and soon, it will be one. In 2025, her works “Ascension” and “Time” each won a Global Music Award, marking her as a rising voice in film scoring. - July 29, 2025 - Dariya Letto
ALTbasketball, Inc. Launches Both the "ALTbasketball Smaller Rim Concept" to be Promoted to the NBA as and the Development of Professional League w/ Lower Rims for Women
ALTbasketball, Inc. Launches both the "ALTbasketball Smaller Rim Concept" to be promoted to the NBA as and the development of Professional League w/ Lower Rims for Women’s Game. - July 28, 2025 - ALTbasketball, Inc.
Documentary on Canadian Author Now Streaming on FawesomeTV
Independent film/documentary picked up by major streaming service. - July 16, 2025 - Lawrence Nault
Star Class Films Announces “Breakdown” – A Bold Reimagining of the Sci-Fi Classic Metropolis
“Breakdown,” a dramatic reinterpretation of the legendary film Metropolis, is in development at Star Class Films. Actor Remo Vinzens will star in the upcoming release, expected in 2027. - July 14, 2025 - Management Star Class
Loaded Pixel Creative Takes Home Bronze Telly Award for Penn Sports Medicine Campaign
Loaded Pixel Creative, a Philadelphia-based video production studio, won a Bronze Telly Award in the Local TV category for its Penn Sports Medicine campaign. The spot was praised for its strong storytelling and visual impact. This honor highlights Loaded Pixel’s continued excellence in creative content, adding to a history of industry recognition. - July 12, 2025 - Loaded Pixel Creative
Production Wraps on “Sign Your Name,” a New Short Film From The Performance Lab No 33
The Performance Lab No 33 (The Lab), in association with Kixx Records, has completed production on its latest entry, a short film titled "Sign Your Name" - a drama-romance written and produced by Tab Edwards, the producer of The Kingfish series. - July 08, 2025 - The Performance Lab No 33
Meg Donnelly Gets Candid on Nerdspin's “Spotlight with Kat Siggers” — Talks Dying Art, Zombies 4, and Her Superhero Dreams
Meg Donnelly joins Spotlight with Kat Siggers to discuss her new EP "dying art," the evolution of the music industry, and her return as Addison in "Zombies 4". She opens up about blending acting with music, the emotional power behind her lyrics, and her dream of playing a live-action superhero. It’s a candid, inspiring conversation fans won’t want to miss. Stream now on all major podcast platforms. - June 24, 2025 - Nerdspin
“Chhoti Baarish,” by Ritopriyo Saha (Trippink Talkies) to Screen at Bangalore Shorts Film Festival 2025, with 7 Film Festival Selections and Counting
Award-winning children’s short film Chhoti Baarish (Little Rain), written and directed by Ritopriyo Saha (Trippink Talkies), will be screened at the Bangalore Shorts Film Festival (BSFF-25) on 22nd June 2025 at Hotel Tulip Inn, RV Layout. This heartfelt and visually poetic film has already been selected by seven major film festivals, including the Bali International Film Festival (BALINALE), Jaipur International Film Festival, and the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival, among others. - June 20, 2025 - Trippink Talkies
Renz Julian Drops New Single "She Get Low," Featuring Drake
Bay Area artist Renz Julian drops new single, album, & documentary movie. - June 09, 2025 - Renz Julian
Conch Shell Productions Presents CSIFF Community Screening Series at Black Spectrum Theatre – June 22, 2025
Conch Shell Productions, in partnership with Black Spectrum Theatre, is proud to present the first event in its CSIFF Community Screening Series on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Black Spectrum Theatre, Roy Wilkins Park, Jamaica, Queens. Admission is free with RSVP. This... - June 09, 2025 - Conch Shell Productions
Behind Closed Doors: Depicting Emotional and Psychological Abuse On Screen - Webinar on June 20, 2025
Movie Mad Entertainment LLC is hosting a second webinar on June 20. The webinar will be in connection with the upcoming episodic film, "The Atonement Series" that is based on an award winning short film titled, "Death of a Drunk." The series deals with complex issues including domestic violence and mental illness. This free webinar will be informative, interactive, and include interesting guest panelists. - June 09, 2025 - Movie Mad Entertainment LLC
The Magpie Film Company Tosses It's Hat Into the Short Form Video Arena
Edward Gusts, the head of The Magpie Film Company, has announced that the company is serializing it's content to appeal to new viewers. - June 06, 2025 - Magpie Film Co
Kruse GWS Auctions Putting on the Ritz with Hollywood Memorabilia Auction
Kruse GWS Auction's Making History Again with Hollywood Artifacts and Celebrity Memorabilia, a Stage Set to Fetch Hundreds of Thousands - May 30, 2025 - Kruse GWS Auctions
6th Edition of Toronto Arab Film Festival Starts June 20
Toronto Arab Film Festival Returns June 20–29 with In-Person and Virtual Programming. - May 30, 2025 - Toronto Arab Film
Launch of Rod and Reel Entertainment
Rod and Reel is an independent entertainment company that specializes in film and television production and distribution. They are a team of talented individuals who share a passion for creating content that pushes beyond old barriers. From writers and directors to producers and editors, each member of the Rod and Reel team contributes a wide range of skills and experiences, helping to bring their visions to life. - May 23, 2025 - Rod and Reel Entertainment
Influencer El-Jay Triumphs at Cannes with Raw and Riveting Film Debut Over 650K Trailer Views Drive Global Momentum as Triumph Heads to U.S. Theaters
El-Jay stuns Cannes with his powerful film debut, "Triumph," earning critical acclaim and 650K trailer views. Inspired by his life, the raw sports drama follows a fallen basketball prodigy’s journey through addiction, grief, and emotional healing. A limited U.S. release is coming soon. - May 21, 2025 - Savant Entertainment
New Single: "In Real Time" by Artist/Activist Justin John Scheck - a Look at Trump's America Through a Spiritual Lens
Artist/Activist Justin John Scheck is coming out with an album that question's Trump and his movement thru a spiritual lens. It is an alternative album created solely by the artist, who produces the album and once again plays all the instruments. "In Real Time," the First Single, will stream on all Steaming Platforms and be available at his website to purchase or stream, along with the album. Pre-Order Now. - May 21, 2025 - Justin John Scheck
Studio Movie Grill Earns Great Place to Work® Certification for Fourth Consecutive Year
Studio Movie Grill (SMG), the pioneer in in-theater dining, is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year. This prestigious recognition underscores SMG’s continued commitment to cultivating a workplace culture that prioritizes inclusion, empowerment, and purpose. - May 21, 2025 - Studio Movie Grill
Agustina Palma Participates in the 78th Cannes Film Festival Highlighting Her International Acting Career
Argentine actress Agustina Palma attended the 78th Cannes Film Festival as part of her ongoing work in international cinema. Based in Los Angeles, she continues to build a global acting career across Europe and Latin America. Her recent appearance in the Dutch-Belgian series Máxima and her upcoming film project reflect her growing visibility in cross-border productions. - May 20, 2025 - Agustina Palma