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Arek Zasowski Wins Best Romance Short Award with “Call Me” at the 2019 Silicon Beach Film Festival in Los Angeles, CA
When asked about what advice Arek could give to inspire young beginning actors, Arek Zasowski replies: “It may sound quite simple - take initiative, reach out to other actors and create. Do not wait for anything to happen to you. If you have an idea that you are truly passionate about, work for it, focus your energy to make it a reality. You will make it happen if you believe in it and take the action.” - June 29, 2019 - Arek Zasowski
Rights to "Rich Boy, Rich Girl" Has Sold Worldwide Ahead of Cannes
Safier Entertainment has sold the worldwide rights to Andrew Damon Henriques and Judy San Roman’s Romantic Comedy “Rich Boy, Rich Girl,” a deal negotiated by CEO Jared Safier ahead of Cannes. The film hit theaters stateside and a host of VOD platforms May 31st, 2019. The film... - June 27, 2019 - Reelhouse Productions
LarryJordan.com Releases Latest PowerUp Media Training: “Illustrating Visual Literacy”
New video training illustrates key visual composition techniques for new photographers and videographers to improve the quality of their images. - June 27, 2019 - Thalo LLC
Door Opens for Rewilding America’s Wild Horses Via FY2020 Interior Appropriations Budget
Half a Decade of Research and Political Collaboration Yields New Vision on Wild Horse Management Via Rewilding - June 27, 2019 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Superhero Short Dark Specter 2 to be Featured at San Diego Comic-Con
Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival features Dark Specter 2 on Saturday, July 20th. - June 24, 2019 - Dark Specter
Award Winning Artist Kathryn Shipley Nominated for 7 Awards in the 2019 Josie Music Awards
Kathryn Shipley is excited to announce her seven nominations in the 2019 Josie Music Awards. She has been nominated in the following categories: Modern Country Female Artist of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year - “Stand” various artists, Best Musical... - June 23, 2019 - Natalie Jean
Highlights from the 2019 Silicon Beach Film Festival
The 2019 Silicon Beach Film Festival screens over 300 independent films from around the world listing film festival highlights. - June 18, 2019 - Silicon Beach Film Festival
4141 Productions Inc. Announces Mic Check (Queen of MC's)
4141 Productions Inc. announces their first upcoming project Mic Check (Queen of MC's) that details the story of two female underground battle rappers from the 90's with a trailer soon to follow. - June 17, 2019 - 4141 Productions Inc.
Remember Amnesia, A Film By Dr. Ravi Godse, Hits Theaters All Across the United States & Canada June 14
In what has turned into an expansive city release, in over twenty different markets, Remember Amnesia is set to open in major US cities including Miami, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Richmond and Portland; additionally, it will open in the Canadian markets of Toronto and Vancouver. A full list of... - June 14, 2019 - Godse-Thaker Productions
GottFish Productions Presents Blind Date Me, an Original, Scripted YouTube Series
Introducing a new scripted series, shot entirely online and portraying meetings on a fictional video dating site. - June 14, 2019 - Gott-Fish Productions
"Taxi," "Who's The Boss" Star Tony Danza to Attend Wizard World Philadelphia, Saturday, June 15
"The Good Cop," "Angels in the Outfield" Star to Make First Wizard World Appearance at Pennsylvania Convention Center; Elwes, Cain, Glover Among New Additions - June 10, 2019 - Fan Expo HQ
Award-Winning Series Adoptable! from Queer as Folk’s Scott Lowell Now Streaming Worldwide on BINGE Networks
Adoptable!, is a six-part original comedy series written by and starring filmmaker Scott Lowell (Queer as Folk, Bones). Loosely based on Lowell’s personal experience searching for his birth parents, the series is presented as a documentary which follows successful actor, and adult adoptee,... - June 07, 2019 - BINGE Networks, LLC
OIF Hosts Private Film Screening at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
The Orlando Independent Filmmakers will host a private screening and awards ceremony at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center in Sanford, Florida on June 15 followed by an after party at the Smiling Bison. Thirty three short films in the genre of comedy will be presented by local Filmmakers from central Florida. - June 05, 2019 - Orlando Independent Filmmakers
Motown Songwriter Follows Success of “Dear Mom” with Two Powerful Christian-Accented Love Ballad Releases: "Now I See" and "Now The Real Love Begins"
Native Michigander Paul Lubanski releases two additional songs worldwide today - “Now I See” and “When The Real Love Begins.” Both have been reviewed positively as "radio-ready" potential impact songs by record industry insiders and represent his 22nd and 23rd... - May 31, 2019 - Paul Lubanski
Roldan Companies Inc. Announces New Documentary Film CYBER CRIME, Exploring the Impact of Digital Corruption
"CYBER CRIME is a documentary that needs to be seen by all considering the state of cyber security in our world today. It is in an ever evolving state, and people need to be aware of the dangers that come along with it," says Charles Henson, Managing Partner at Nashville Computer Inc. - May 30, 2019 - Nashville Computer Inc.
Kirk Cameron Speaks at Plumstead Christian School’s Ninth Annual Founders Forum & Second Annual Multi-School Assembly
Each year Plumstead Christian School invites a nationally known Christian whose faith informs the way he or she lives. The 2019 Founders Forum keynote speaker, Kirk Cameron, is an actor, director, and producer best known for his early work on TV sitcom Growing Pains, the Left Behind movies, and Fireproof. Most recently Cameron has produced documentaries entitled Monumental and Connect, and he speaks on marriage and parenting in churches across the nation with his Living Room Reset. - May 28, 2019 - Plumstead Christian School
Grammy Award® Winner is “Moving On” to His Fourth Jazz Album in Collaboration with 6X Grammy Nominee Guitarist and World Renown Percussionist
Recording jazz artist, composer, arranger, pianist, and producer, Lannie Battistini is back in the spot light with the release of his latest album “Moving On,” released May 17, 2019. This album consists of original compositions with the collaboration of 11 musicians and 4 vocalists; including 6X Grammy Nominee Guitarist, Mark Vincent and world renown Percussionist Gumbi Ortiz, Al Di Meola’s Percussionist. - May 21, 2019 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing
Momma Lynn LLC to Merge Music-Related Businesses with Film and Television Interests
Momma Lynn LLC announces it will merge existing music-related businesses with film, streaming television, and unique internet content creation to form Momma Lynn Entertainment (MLE). - May 21, 2019 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
Golden Globe, Emmy Award Winner Ted Danson to Make First Pop Culture Convention Appearance at Wizard World Philadelphia
"Cheers," "The Good Place," "Becker" Star to Appear Sunday, June 16 at Pennsylvania Convention Center. - May 18, 2019 - Fan Expo HQ
Ivan Reitman, Paul Feig and Jason Reitman to Come Together for the First-Ever Directors’ Panel at Ghostbusters™ Fan Fest Presented by Wizard World June 8
Directors of the Original 1984 Film, Ghostbusters II, 2016 Reboot and the Upcoming 2020 Project to Participate on a Directors’ Panel in Celebration of the Franchise’s 35th Anniversary on the Sony Pictures Studio Lot. - May 16, 2019 - Fan Expo HQ
The 2019 Silicon Beach Film Festival Invites the World to Its Upcoming Event in June
Silicon Beach Film Festival announces 2019 events in Los Angeles to be held at Cinemark 18 and XD, Rush Street, and The Proud Bird. Submissions are still open for the 2019 Festival. - May 09, 2019 - Silicon Beach Film Festival
Sprrkle Media Acquired Hollywood Silver Screen Network and Announce the Hollywood Silver Screen Beauty Pageant for Oct. 2019
Sprrkle LLC (DBA Sprrkle Media) acquired Hollywood Silver Screen Network and announced the Hollywood Silver Screen Festival 2019 Encore in Oct. to be held at the Grand Warner Theater in Los Angeles. The festival will have films, arts, music and an all-gender beauty pageant. - May 09, 2019 - Sprrkle Media
"Starsky and Hutch Next Gen" Book Brings Starsky and Hutch to New Generation of Fans
The legend of Starsky and Hutch continues in this Kindle book, "Starsky and Hutch Next Gen," exclusively at Amazon, by author Tammy Ruggles. - May 05, 2019 - Tammy Ruggles
Kansas City, Kansas' Own Beyond The Grey Signs Worldwide Deal with Pure Steel Publishing; Forthcoming Release to be Titled "Unthinkable Tragedy"
Beyond The Grey has joined Pure Steel Publishing's roster; the band will be releasing a new digital album for sale worldwide. FVR Management stated, "The release is titled Unthinkable Tragedy and is dedicated to all those that have suffered or been taken from us unjustly. The cover art features the location and dates of some, of the locations that human beings have committed atrocious acts upon one another. God bless the victims and all the families and friends afflicted by Unthinkable Tragedy!" - April 29, 2019 - Fever International Music Group
Lily Lisa, Philanthropist, Humanitarian Wins Outstanding Documentary Film Producer at 2019 Producers Choice Awards
“As Always Stay By Me” continues to win awards for Lily Lisa’s work with the disenfranchised. - April 27, 2019 - Lily Lisa
Time Machine Bass Guitar Sale to Benefit Parkinson’s Research
Doner Designs, maker of custom theme guitars for charity fundraising, has begun the sale process for its recently completed time machine bass guitar. Inspired by the Back to the Future movie series, the bass has been listed for sale on eBay for Charity with 100% of the net proceeds to be donated to... - April 25, 2019 - Doner Designs
VOS Digital Expands Entertainment, Political and Sports Content with uInterview Partnership
VOS Digital Media Group is proud to announce that it has entered into a content distribution agreement with uInterview. - April 24, 2019 - Icaro Media Group
Robert Ri'chard Promotes Bolden in Theaters May 3rd
In advance of the May 3rd theatre release of Bolden, Emmy-winning actor Robert Ri'chard spread the word about this compelling biopic throughout the greater Atlanta area. In addition to his appearances on Good Day Atlanta, Sister Circle, and WCLK Jazz 91.9, he took the time to speak to the Atlanta... - April 19, 2019 - Robert Ri'chard
New Documentary Film, CYBER CRIME, Its Not a Question of "If," It’s a Question of "When"
CYBER CRIME is a documentary film about a growing plague in our expanding digital world. Billions of dollars a year are stolen or lost as a result. It destroys businesses and even lives. Are you the next victim? Join this journey, visiting with 10 of our nation’s leading experts in Cyber Security as they explore the world of cyber crime, it’s impact on our society, and most important of all, how you can avoid becoming a victim. - April 19, 2019 - SMB Networks LLC
A CEO and PR Rep Recognizes the Importance of Elton John's Music in Saving Her Life
Amidst the announcement of his Farewell Tour and an upcoming movie about his life, the following describes how Denise Meridith, currently a CEO of an Arizona public relations firm, feels Elton John's music helped save her life. - April 18, 2019 - Denise Meridith
Cast Announced for "Coming Back," a Short Film by Alessio Rupalti
Cast has been announced for “Coming Back,” the short film about “Brexit” by award winning Italian director Alessio Rupalti. "Coming Back" will start its principal photography in a couple of days produced by Alida Pantone and Luisa Pretolani. - April 15, 2019 - River Crossing Productions
Hospital Equipment Company Popular for TV and Film Medical Equipment Props
Hospital Direct Medical Equipment Inc. is a wholesale and retail medical equipment company that sells hospital equipment, supplies and medical equipment to hospitals, surgery centers, home care and also a lot of film production, TV productions and theater groups around the USA. - April 12, 2019 - Hospital Direct Medical Equipment Inc.
Screening: World Premiere of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson TV Show; Up Front Event SVA Theatre NYC
The World Premiere screening of the episodic series "Mr. and Mrs. Jackson." Hosted by the dynamic Billy "Mr. Apollo" Mitchell. A studded red carpet affair at the renowned SVA Theatre in Chelsea New York City. Featuring a multi talented cast and crew as well as an in depth Q and A session with the creators and stars Daniel Danielson and Josie Webb, moderated by Habiba Alcindor. - April 12, 2019 - DFC Media Group LLC
Margery Booth: The Spy in the Eagle's Nest, a Film Production for Anna Friel
Announcement of film in pre-production. - April 12, 2019 - Margery Booth Ltd.
Jason Reitman, the Director and Co-Writer of Sony Pictures’ Upcoming Ghostbusters™ Film, to Attend Ghostbusters™ Fan Fest Presented by Wizard World June 7-8
Joins Dan Aykroyd, Ivan Reitman, Plus Stars of the 1984 Original Film and "The Real Ghostbusters" Series for Live Event on the Sony Pictures Studio Lot Celebrating Ghostbusters’ 35th Anniversary. - April 12, 2019 - Fan Expo HQ
“Dark Specter 2,” Award Winning Superhero Short, Announces Public Release Date: May 1
After winning multiple awards at film festivals, superhero themed short film "Dark Specter" announces public release date of May 1, 2019. - April 09, 2019 - Dark Specter
World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation Announces Theatrical Release Date for the Award-Winning The Road to Mother
Official U.S. release date for Theatrical Feature Film The Road to Mother. - April 09, 2019 - World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation
Trailer for New Vermin Supreme Doc "This is Vermin Supreme" Dropped on April Fools Day by Rod Webber Productions and NOProductions
Perennial presidential candidate and performance artist Vermin Supreme runs for President of the United States during the 2016 election in the new frenetic trailer for Rod Webber’s "This is Vermin Supreme." Rod Webber (The War of North Dakota; Flowers for Peace) plays both... - April 09, 2019 - NOProductions, LLC
Legends of Sci-Fi, Art and Film Converge in Santa Fe, NM for an Award-Winning "Brush with the Future"
It was French writer, artist and filmmaker Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) who famously said that, "Art is science made clear." The proof of this statement will take place when the award-winning film "Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future" screens at George R.R. Martin's Jean... - April 07, 2019 - Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future
Production Insurance Brokers Explain Short Term Production Insurance
The production insurance brokers at MFE Insurance recently released a blog post explaining the importance of short term production insurance. This type of insurance can help filmmakers in the production industry protect their work, crew, and finances. Short term production insurance is available... - April 07, 2019 - MFE Insurance
International Bestselling and Global Multi-Award Winning Suspense-Thriller Author Jeffery Deaver to Headline Mystery Fest Key West in June
International bestselling and global multi-award winning suspense-thriller author Jeffery Deaver to headline a Who’s Who of acclaimed mystery writers at the 2019 Mystery Fest Key West, happening June 28-30 in America’s southernmost city. - April 03, 2019 - Mystery Fest Writers Forum Inc.
Blue Peach Media and SurferNETWORK Collaboration for Video Production and Streaming
Blue Peach Media and SurferNETWORK are proud to announce a collaboration to offer new and enhanced services to companies and individuals looking to capitalize on video and streaming. From script to screens-of-any-size, this collaboration is aimed to help clients do the most with their digital media... - April 03, 2019 - SurferNETWORK LLC
Language of Aroma: A Documentary on Communicating a Forgotten Sense by TEALEAVES
TEALEAVES, luxury tea blender, brings together top names in perfumery, language design and accessibility to explore how we can describe this puzzling sense. - April 02, 2019 - TEALEAVES
Elmer J. Howard Wins Award in Best Shorts Film Competition
Elmer J. Howard wins his first award for his based-on-real-events short film "Loving Martin" in U.S. film competition. - April 01, 2019 - Thrive Productions
Academy Award Winning Actress Lupita Nyong'o Shares Statement with the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association to Help Shed Light on a Difficult Voice Disorder
Prior to the release of Jordan Peele’s horror film, "Us," lead actress Lupita Nyong'o shared the inspiration for the sound of the voice of Red; her doppelgänger character was inspired by the voice of Robert Kennedy, Jr. who has spasmodic dysphonia. The NSDA has been working... - March 30, 2019 - National Spasmodic Dypshonia Association
Voice Casting Hub Announces Upcoming Voiceover Credit Management System
Voice Casting Hub, a voiceover casting portal and full-featured software suite, is excited to announce planned platform upgrade and expansion. In addition to the current platform features, which enable Producers to quickly distribute voiceover casting calls to Agents and easily collect and manage... - March 28, 2019 - Voice Casting Hub
2019 Golden State Film Festival Highlights
Highlights from 2019 Golden State Film Festival and closing awards show to be held at TCL Chinese Theater. - March 27, 2019 - Golden State Film Festival
Owens-Rogers Museum Birthplace of Ginger Rogers to Open April 3
The Owens-Rogers Museum at 100 W Moore Street in Independence, Missouri will open for the season on April 3, 2019. The 1906 Craftsman Bungalow is the site where famed actress and dancer Ginger Rogers was born in 1911. - March 26, 2019 - Owens-Rogers Museum
Filmmaker Phoenix Quwais Affirms His Creed with His Quwais Dictum
Auteur filmmaker Phoenix Quwais is proud to announce, and magnanimously so, that his filmmaking code, "The Quwais Dictum" has been officially sent out to the heads of the Academy of Motion Pictures, BAFTA, and the Directors Guild of America. In the spirit of Dogme 95, "The Quwais... - March 26, 2019 - Phoenix Quwais
Empire State Comic Con Returns to the Albany Capital Center
Second annual pop culture event brings in fans to meet legendary actors and artists to the Capital District. - March 25, 2019 - Altered Reality Entertainment, LLC