Latest news releases for Art and Entertainment Movies from PRWeb 2008-10-13T01:55:31Z http://ww1.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.gif PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/atom10/ $lastmod Former flight attendant Ellen Simonetti has optioned the rights to her book, based on her controversial career-ending blog, to Toronto-based Hiltz Squared Media Group. Hiltz Squared has commissioned Simonetti to adapt the book into a screenplay. In turn, Simonetti has started a blog, http://queenofscreen.com [queenofscreen.com __title__ queenofscreen.com], to chronicle the creation of the screenplay, a comedy written for Katherine Heigl and Queen Latifah, among others, and tentatively titled The Queen of Sky Blog. (PRWeb Oct 13, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1453794.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1453794.htm $lastmod Emirates Airline has announced that it is looking online to cast people to star in a short movie entitled The Exposure of Tom King. (PRWeb Oct 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/emirates/theexposureoftomking/prweb1450534.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/emirates/theexposureoftomking/prweb1450534.htm $lastmod Body of Lies, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe now in Theaters (PRWeb Oct 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1452764.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1452764.htm $lastmod Pamela Young's novel, "Be Still," is set in a world degenerating into moral chaos -- a world of ego-driven, self-serving people who have replaced respect for God, our parents, our peers and authority with false self-esteem and moral relativism. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1448034.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1448034.htm $lastmod GDC Technology ("GDC") announces that its manufacturing arm, GDC Technology (Shenzhen) Limited, has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1449874.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1449874.htm $lastmod In conjunction with the DVD and Blu-ray Hi-Def release of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” today, integrated marketing agency Creative Asylum has developed a viral video dedication website, allowing fans to create and send their very own “Inside of You” music video to someone special. Video dedications are customizable with photos, frames, and personalize messages including a music video from Aldous Snow (played by Russell Brand) to serenade any person the user would like to "get inside of.” (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1451474.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1451474.htm $lastmod The Baby Food Dude, a fresh new independent comedy film that actually documents a man's experience with a 40 day all baby food diet has been selected to be the final feature of the 2008 Gulf Coast Film Festival. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/comedymovie/babyfooddiet/prweb1452674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/comedymovie/babyfooddiet/prweb1452674.htm $lastmod Tea & Justice -- an award-winning film on NYPD's first Asian women cops -- is screening at La Femme Film Festival in Beverly Hills on October 17th. It is also an Official Selection at the Houston Asian Pacific Islander Film Festival on October 12th. The film won Third Prize for Best Documentary (ages 13-18 category) at the Kids First! Film Festival, Hollywood. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Asian/cops/prweb1438964.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Asian/cops/prweb1438964.htm $lastmod Law and Order, the longest-running crime series and second longest running drama series in the history of television keeps it's authentic New York appeal by shooting in the city and often using native New York actors. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1440144.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1440144.htm $lastmod Zip.ca Presents Canadians' Most Popular Political Movies- (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1447454.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1447454.htm $lastmod The 5th Annual International Film Festival Summit (IFFS) announced today that Dawn Hudson, Executive Director of Film Independent will present a Keynote address at the 2008 summit taking place this December 7-9, 2008 in Las Vegas. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1443654.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1443654.htm $lastmod Official Response to Samuel A. Maverick Family's Indignation at the McCain/Palin Political Usurpation of the Theme "Maverick" (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1451704.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1451704.htm $lastmod GDC announces that its best-selling digital cinema server has been included in the approved digital equipment list of AccessIT, the global leader in providing integrated solutions for digital cinema. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1437684.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1437684.htm $lastmod Cunard Line to Pay Tribute to Beloved Comedian-Humanitarian and Provide Exclusive Auction Preview Onboard Queen Mary 2September 4th Transatlantic Crossing (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/auction-network/bob-hope-auction/prweb1441704.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/auction-network/bob-hope-auction/prweb1441704.htm $lastmod Rentmystudio.co.uk is a brand new and innovative service which aims to provide a comprehensive search facility for those in need of the perfect studio. The site enables studio owners to rent out their studio to artists searching for the ideal place to be creative.Whether it be for music, photography, dance, art, film or any other creative use, Rentmystudio.co.uk provides "spaces for creatives". (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/rentmystudio/rms/prweb1432314.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/rentmystudio/rms/prweb1432314.htm $lastmod Los Angeles author David Angsten (http://www.davidangsten.com) has followed up his best-selling Mexican treasure-hunt adventure, "DARK GOLD", with a sequel set in the Greek Isles called "NIGHT OF THE FURIES" (Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin's Press). The contemporary story is loosely based on "The Bacchae" of Euripides, the classic Greek tragedy of madness and horror. Angsten is a screenwriter and video director, and a senior story analyst for Atchity Entertainment International. "...an instant author to watch." Rod Lott, Bookgasm; "…a stylish, intelligent writer…" Publisher's Weekly. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/thriller/bacchae/prweb1434694.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/thriller/bacchae/prweb1434694.htm $lastmod Laufer Film's Christmas at Maxwell's and The Television Syndication Company (TVS) head to MIPCOM with a series of deals in hand, to include USA TV syndication of over 40% coverage. Bill Laufer, President of Laufer Film said, “We are excited about the US holiday syndication progress and look to MIPCOM to increase our coverage around the globe". The Dove Foundation award winning movie, Christmas at Maxwell’s is quickly becoming a Christmas Classic movie and we are seeing this in our audience reception.” This holiday film is a new PG HD feature. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/chrismasatmaxwells/lauferfilm/prweb1442134.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/chrismasatmaxwells/lauferfilm/prweb1442134.htm $lastmod Five Child Ambassadors Will Win a Trip to New York City to Meet Gyllenhaal and Help Spread Joy to Kids in Need During the Holiday Season (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1445404.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1445404.htm $lastmod The Content Licensing Agency, a Berlin-based company that specializes in obtaining Video on Demand (VOD) and Electronic Sell Through (EST) rights, has partnered with EZTakes to sell DVD downloads. The relationship will help EZTakes expand its offering to consumers that reside outside the United States. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1434204.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1434204.htm $lastmod Touted as a family-friendly version of Blue Collar Comedy Tour, four critically-acclaimed comics take their acts on the road beginning in November (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1434304.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1434304.htm $lastmod Premium vodka brand 42BELOW™ are the exclusive spirits sponsor of the 46th New York Film Festival, one of longest-running, most influential events of its type in the world. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/premium-vodka-brand/42below/prweb1430994.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/premium-vodka-brand/42below/prweb1430994.htm $lastmod Multi-talented actor, director and producer Ben Stiller will be honored with the "Hollywood Comedy of the Year Award," Academy Award-winning actress Marisa Tomei with the "Hollywood Supporting Actress of the Year Award," the Cast of Fox Searchlight's "The Secret Life of Bees" with the "Hollywood Ensemble Acting of the Year Award" and newcomer Robert Pattinson with the "New Hollywood Award." (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1436594.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1436594.htm $lastmod FreePatentsOnline.com (FPO) (http://www.freepatentsonline.com) now allows inventors and/or companies to create a Patent Plaque™ with a mouseclick, to promote their Intellectual Property on blogs, websites, personal pages on social network sites, corporate directories, etc. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/patent_plaque/honor_inventors/prweb1440154.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/patent_plaque/honor_inventors/prweb1440154.htm $lastmod Open Sky Entertainment, LLC, a diversified entertainment production company, has opened offices in Las Vegas and Beverly Hills, as a producer of music, film, and live entertainment product. The new company is a successor to Prince Kuba Stepniak's Warsaw (Poland) based World Idea Company. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1418234.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1418234.htm $lastmod FREE DVD to Industry Professionals: Musync.com just released a new catalog of high quality, low cost pre-cleared idie music that can be licensed for as little as $5 per second for non-broadcast - Web sites, Flash animations, trade shows and events. Broadcast is only $10 per second - television programs, TV commercials, movie trailers and film. Free searches too. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1423704.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1423704.htm $lastmod Patrick O'Brien, aka "Transfatty", turns 34 this week, but he won't be blowing out any candles. From his hospital bed, the controversial filmmaker quietly celebrates his 34 years with family and friends, as well as the near completion of his life's work. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1429774.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1429774.htm $lastmod Saint Ann Church in Cleveland Heights. OH has started a music program that features three musicians from the Cleveland Institute of Music: Ariel Clayton, violin, and Jay Dubin, clarinet, with guest violinist, Caroline Goulding. Jim Bockhoff is the cantor. Mimi Lam, organist and pianist. Bill and Tiffany Laufer, filmmakers with Laufer Film, are coordinators as is Father Deogratias Ruwaainenyi, the Parochial Vicar. (PRWeb Oct 6, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1430064.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1430064.htm $lastmod It happens to the best of them: Journey. Judas Priest. Van Halen. And now, The Chipmunks need their Sammy Hagar. After 50 years with the same line-up, Alvin has left the band. One of America's most beloved and biggest-selling artists will be holding tryouts for a new lead vocalist—and the job's available to anyone who visits www.chipmunkaudition.com. (PRWeb Oct 6, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/the_chipmunks/new_lead/prweb1433464.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/the_chipmunks/new_lead/prweb1433464.htm $lastmod Vicki Amorose has a knack for getting it just right, helping her clients to sound their best while meeting their individual needs and shaping their corporate identity through audio branding. Recently, Vicki Amorose provided voice-over for the feature length documentary film, Training Rules. (PRWeb Oct 5, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1424864.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1424864.htm $lastmod Actress/Comedian Ker'in Hayden has just released a controversial music video spoofing Governor Sarah Palin as a fascist hypocrite. "Sarah Palin Def-Jam" video, viewed on YouTube by over 200,000 YouTubers, is a sharp example of Hayden's wit. Palin is an easy, obvious, and fun target for PETA member and avid environmentalist Ker'in. Donning a wig and Sarah Palin wardrobe, Ke'rin Hayden plows though a hilarious wasp-like, rap touching upon Palin's anti-abortion rights, and the excessive development of the Alaskan pipeline to the detriment of the environment. The production ends with an insane image of Sarah Palin (Ke'rin) firing machine guns into the air and then ducking possible falling bullets. It's enough to bring a giggle to even the staunchest Republican, says Music Editor Bruce Stephens at Indie Music Reviews. (PRWeb Oct 3, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1410274.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1410274.htm $lastmod Chihuahua pleads: 'Don't buy my family'While rescue groups and shelters brace themselves for the expected "buyers demand" for Chihuahuas when the Disney film "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" hits the theaters this weekend, the stars of this movie are speaking out on behalf of the little dogs locked in puppy mils and pet stores. (PRWeb Oct 3, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/chihuahua/adopt/prweb1421234.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/chihuahua/adopt/prweb1421234.htm $lastmod Stars line up to participate in what is sure to be one of the most provocative and anticipated films of 2009. (PRWeb Oct 3, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1415074.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1415074.htm $lastmod Full Sail University (www.fullsail.edu), is proud to congratulate Film graduate, Carlos Leon, on being chosen as one of the top five of BusinessWeek's fourth annual "America's Best Entrepreneurs 25 and Under," that received a record number of nominations in its 2008 edition. (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/graduate/carlosleon/prweb1408264.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/graduate/carlosleon/prweb1408264.htm $lastmod Hollywood Director, Producer and Actor Clint Eastwood to be Honored with the "Hollywood Director of the Year Award" at the Hollywood Awards (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1415854.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1415854.htm $lastmod Mr. Costumes, a premier online retailer for quality costumes and accessories in the U.S. is offering adults and kids alike the chance to become their favorite Disney characters this Halloween. (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/mrcostumes/hannahmontana/prweb1414844.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/mrcostumes/hannahmontana/prweb1414844.htm $lastmod Motion picture box office revenue reached a record $9.67 billion in 2007 despite a sluggish national economy. (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/SNL_Kagan/Films/prweb1418004.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/SNL_Kagan/Films/prweb1418004.htm $lastmod Wookieepedia reaches article count milestone, continues to provide fans with comprehensive information on all-things Star Wars (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1408534.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1408534.htm $lastmod The "New Kid on the Block" is breaking out of the Orlando, Florida entertainment scene. Michael Cammarata, the President and Founder of (CMI) Cammarata Management, is a successful entrepreneur who is increasing the opportunities of young, talented musicians and actors. (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1409594.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1409594.htm $lastmod Philadelphia Based Award Winning Filmmaker/Actress Natalie Paige Bentley's feature film "City Of Motherly Love" sparks Hollywood interest. Written, directed and produced by Bentley who also stars in her most controversial film to date has signed with LA's most cutting edge Producers Representation firm with Jon Gursha. " City Of Motherly Love' is currently being pitched to top cable networks and has triggered intense interest for her trademark ethereal and dark filmmaking style from her film latest film about a thirteen year boy who has committed a violent crime and the destruction of the lives in the aftermath. (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/nataliepaigebentley/cityofmotherlylove/prweb1409514.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/nataliepaigebentley/cityofmotherlylove/prweb1409514.htm $lastmod The Dallas Producers Assocation's 4th Annual Showcase of "good, bad and dubious" in local video and film is set for the Studio Movie Grill in Dallas at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 16 with the public Invited to the annual fundraiser. The program -- "Revenge of It Came From Dallas! - The Show Goes 4th!" -- pays homage to past films and commercials and their creators, while raising funds for the Texas Motion Picture Alliance. The DPA, with more than 200 members, represents moving-image producers and their vendors, which make an estimated $128 million annual economic impact on the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The TXMPA will lobby state lawmakers for legislation to expand financial incentives to help attract more projects to Texas boost the state's moving image industry. (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008DallasProducers/9TXMPA/prweb1403954.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008DallasProducers/9TXMPA/prweb1403954.htm