Podcast appearances and mentions of bill guentzler

Ringing out the new year with one last go around, the boys sit down and talk with a man who's story of one's passions leading to a life's long worth of fulfillment. That man is Bill Guenztler and for 15 years he was responsible for putting together Cleveland's Film Festival. This was not thought to be possible till Bill found a mentor while attending Cleveland State University and in need of an internship. These days Bill can be found still distributing art to the world from talented directors but at the leisure of his home as he has taken up a role in a company dedicated to getting artists the exposure their art deserves. Bill's story is a story of going with your gut and finding yourself in a situation your younger self didn't think was attainable, live his story with us in the final episode of the year. Happy Jordan year, thank you for your support, much love Bill's Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2sZVVwsRBHt7b1IcItvCsB?si=__kMAW1wS0Wd2uNU9pTozw Bill's Apple Playlist https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/bills-top-15/pl.u-55D66y2cb3Wrj

Starring Owen Miller and Katana Malone alongside Wight, the film is slated for release on July 15, 2022 from Gravitas VenturesGravitas Ventures, an Anthem Sports & Entertainment, Inc. company, has acquired North American rights to J.R. Poli's drama MARCUS, it was announced today. Based on Poli's award-winning short film of the same name, MARCUS stars Owen Miller, Katana Malone, Todd Bruno, Jennifer Lynn Sharp, and seven-time world wrestling champion Paul Wight.Written and directed by J.R. Poli, the film was produced by Poli, Jose Luis Martinez, and Owen Miller. MARCUS will be available in theaters and to rent and own on North American digital HD internet, cable, and satellite platforms through Gravitas Ventures on July 15, 2022.Marcus has a checkered past and an unstable present. Unexpected news brings a new opportunity. He leaves his life behind and sets off to find purpose and forgiveness. But Marcus will have to face the consequences of his past and overcome the greatest obstacle of all: Himself."We are ecstatic to be teaming up with Gravitas Ventures, a distributor that has been around for so long with such a large library of films. Their enthusiasm and eagerness to help push the film's important message gives us confidence that it will impact the right audience," said J.R. Poli."We at Gravitas are happy to present the redemptive story of Marcus. Owen Miller, Katana Malone, and Paul Wight deliver their characters' voices with a depth and authenticity we believe will resonate with audiences in theaters and on VOD this summer," said Bill Guentzler, Gravitas Ventures Senior Director of Acquisitions.PAUL WIGHT PROVIDES DETAILS BEHIND UPCOMING DRAMATIC ROLE IN MARCUS (FROM WRESTLING INC . COM)Paul Wight, formerly known as The Big Show while in WWE, will star in an upcoming movie "Marcus," written and directed by J.R. Poli. In an exclusive interview with Wrestling Inc., the former six-time World Champion discussed the film and his role, which is somewhat different than the more comedic parts he's played in previous movies."Originally, being part of this project was really just to help produce it and get this project going," Wight said. "Then there was an opportunity for a role in the picture, and I read the script and I was like, 'Yeah, I'd like to try Gus.' Because it is a very serious role, but Gus is a very important component to 'Marcus,' because Gus is actually one of the interactions that Marcus has with someone that's really trying to understand Marcus in his own way and trying to be supportive, but really doesn't understand how to know Marcus. Yes, it's a security guard role, but at the same time there's a lot more depth to the character and to the plot line of the story.""In acting, I want to try to push myself and push my boundaries and try to find things that are not what you would typically see me doing," Wight continued. "Sometimes it's hard to find those roles."Professional wrestling has seen multiple wrestlers transition from wrestling to Hollywood, with the most famous examples being The Rock, John Cena, and Batista. Wight is a somewhat understated name in that company - he's been in quite a few movies prior to this one, though typically in less central roles, from "The Waterboy" to "Fighting with my Family.""Marcus" also stars Owen Miller, Katana Malone, and Toddy Bruno.MARCUS is now available in theaters, VOD and digital

Bill Guentzler joined Gravitas Ventures as Senior Director of Acquisitions in 2021. After spending a summer studying in Berlin in 1998, Bill joined the Cleveland International Film Festival as an intern and grew with the organization, ultimately being named Artistic Director in 2005, a position he held for 15 years. During his time at CIFF, he was part of the team making the festival one of the largest and most well-respected film festivals in the US and one of the first in the world to transition to an online format in 2020. In his brief hiatus from the film industry, he worked for Medworks, a Cleveland-based nonprofit organization linking people who are uninsured and underinsured with vital healthcare services. He holds a BA in Communications from Cleveland State University, which named him one of its inaugural 50 Fascinating Alumni. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Cleveland Social Venture Partners.

On Monday, March 2nd CIFF44 Program Guides will hit the streets! But 216 pages of Festival goodness doesn’t come together overnight. If you’ve ever wondered how the CIFF Program Guide comes to fruition, sit back and listen as Dee and Aaron speak with CIFF Staff: Allie Freeman, Bill Guentzler, and Grace Sullivan.  

We’re celebrating the halfway point to CIFF44 with a conversation with the CIFF Artistic Team, Bill Guentzler and Mallory Martin. Listen in as they talk about their festival travels, what you can expect at CIFF44, and how you can win a pair of CIFF44 Day Passes! Facebook / Twitter / Instagram

What's Trending--a look at the hot topics of the day including the best songs to wake up to in the morning. "Things not to say to your kids"--see how many you've used or were told growing up. Cleveland International Film Festival--Patrick Shepherd and Bill Guentzler are here to preview the 43rd annual film festival. Majic Ways to Save--Matt Granite has a deal on one of the hottest kitchen gadgets--an air fryer. "Would You Rather?"--Nolan takes sinister glee in posing two equally diabolical scenarios and forces us to choose one. Cleveland BItes--Doug Tratner, restaurant critic at 'Scene Magazine', says a new concept "Crossing the Bridge Noodles" is planning to set up shop in Asiatown. And after months of renovations, the old Liquid is getting ready to reopen as The Ivy in the Warehouse District.

Cleveland International Film Festival--Patrick Shepherd and Bill Guentzler are here to preview the 43rd annual film festival.

On this week's episode: Todd Douglas Miller's Apollo 11, Asghar Farhadi's Everybody Knows, Claus Räfle's The Invisibles and Michelle Schumacher's I'm Not Here. We also discuss Dan Reed's Leaving Neverland, actors and directors taking some filmmaking risks, the 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival with special guest Bill Guentzler and our #CedarLee3 picks for most anticipated film of 2019 New Films: Apollo 11 (Todd Douglas Miller) Everybody Knows (Asghar Farhadi) The Invisibles (Claus Räfle) I'm Not Here (Michelle Schumacher) #CedarLee3: We're closing the book on 2018 (except for a few foreign language films that are still coming soon) and looking forward to our most anticipated films of 2019.   Tell us about your picks @CedarLeeTheatre using #CedarLee3.

Jimmy's Tech Talk will help make your garage smart. Matt Granite has a deal on standup desks. Bill Guentzler talks about the Cleveland Film Festival.