Podcasts about gravitas ventures

Send us a textOn April 11, 2025, Gravitas Ventures ( https://gravitasventures.com/ ) will be releasing the movie Relative Control ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBq2dOcgUKA ), a family drama that follows the life a middle-age corporate attorney (played by Teri Polo of the Meet the Parents) whose life literally spirals out of control as she juggles the demands of her career, her family, and most importantly the care of her aging parents, which includes a very headstrong and accident-prone father. Relative Control is a wonderful film that gets into a range of themes, including the complex world of unpaid caregiving, the principal of the “sandwich generation” (a term for adults who care for both their aging parents and their children, as well as provide financial support for them and embark on a career), as well as themes of intergenerationality, dementia care, and end-of-life/palliative care, among others. On this episode of Progress, Potential and Possibilities, we have the honor of being joined by both the Writer, Charlene Davis, and Director, Dafna Yachin, of Relative Control to talk about all these topics.#RelativeControl #CharleneDavis #DafnaYachin #TeriPolo #PatrickMcDade #GravitasVentures #UnpaidCaregiving #SandwichGeneration #Aging #Intergenerationality #DementiaCare #EndOfLifeCare #PalliativeCare #AARP #MelindaGates  #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #PodcastSupport the show

#Wolfpack #4 Top 70 California Business Podcasts Spyder Dobrofsky is the writer/director of upcoming horror film, "Down Below", which features a cast that includes Oscar-Nom Eric Roberts, Bai Ling, Alexis Knapp and horror legend, Doug Jones. The movie has secured U.S. distribution with Gravitas Ventures for a 2024/2025 release. He's responsible for Tubi's breakout horror-western film, "Teardrop" directed by cult filmmaker Steven R. Monroe (I Spit On Your Grave). He's also an executive producer & screenwriter on NBC Peacock's Original Movie, "The Housewives of the North Pole" (starring Breaking Bad's Betsy Brandt, & Kyle Richards from the Real Housewives Franchise). Spyder sold his first movie at age 23, making him one of the youngest writers to ever have a produced motion picture. He was a guest on Jay Leno's Tonight Show as a teenager alongside Jack Black for launching the worldwide website and phenomenon, Car-Parazzi. https://substack.com/@spyderdobrofsky @spyderdobro Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com SUMMARY Spider Dobrofsky and Kaia dive deep into the intricacies of filmmaking and his latest project, the horror film "Down Below." Our discussion highlights not only his impressive body of work but also the challenges and triumphs he faced while navigating the industry. Spider shares how he kicked off his career by selling his first film at just 23 and how he has managed to maintain his momentum through continually adapting to the shifting landscape of Hollywood. We explore the creative journey behind "Down Below," which features an impressive cast including Eric Roberts and Doug Jones. Spider recounts the unique production timeline, taking over two years to complete due to the pandemic's impact on shooting schedules and actor availability. He candidly discusses the learning experiences that shaped this project, highlighting the importance of resilience and the drive to see a vision come to life despite numerous hurdles. The conversation touches on the value of storytelling over production quality. Spider emphasizes that despite working with tight budgets, prioritizing a strong narrative can profoundly impact audience engagement. This philosophy led him to focus on producing feature films rather than getting bogged down by the often fruitless pursuit of financing high-quality short films. His experiences reinforce the notion that creating compelling stories is the true essence of filmmaking and essential for burgeoning creators seeking to break into the industry. Spider reflects on the importance of maintaining momentum in creative endeavors. He explains how staying in constant motion—be it through writing multiple scripts or navigating opportunities—can prevent the stagnation that often leads to discouragement. He provides practical advice for aspiring filmmakers, encouraging them to follow their passion projects while being open to industry trends, especially the growing market for horror films. As a passionate advocate for connection in the filmmaking community, Spider highlights the significance of mentorship and the role of his family in his journey. We discuss how crucial relationships and collaborations are to fostering growth and creativity within the industry. Spyder discusses his film's distribution strategy, with "Down Below" now available on streaming platforms like Tubi and Roku. Spider expresses hope for future international distribution, reflecting his continued commitment to sharing his work with audiences worldwide. This episode is not only a testament to Spider's impressive accomplishments but also serves as an inspiring reminder of the determination and adaptability essential for success in the ever-evolving entertainment landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A terrific BEHIND THE LENS for you this week to finish off Black History Month as you're about to hear my exclusive interview with director JULIUS ONAH talking about CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, as well as my interview with actor turned writer/producer/and lo budget no budget micro-budget filmmaker ELLA THOMAS talking KNOW MERCY. First up is ELLA THOMAS with KNOW MERCY, a film that is rooted in faith while exploring good versus evil, immortality versus mortality, and what it means to be human. Many of you are already familiar with Ella, notably for her most recent role in "Nightbitch". What I love about this conversation with Ella is not only how we break down the film from her perspective as a writer and producer, but we delve into casting and performance – including her own – and the emotional depth of the characters, along with emphasizing the importance of grounded motivation and real interpersonal dynamics. Reflecting on her collaboration with Perdell Richardson with this project, Ella also speaks to the challenges of guerrilla filmmaking, the necessary flexibility required due to funding constraints, and the support from the film's distributor, Gravitas Ventures. Then, I bring out the big guns and my exclusive interview with director JULIUS ONAH discussing CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD which has taken the world by storm as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, finds himself in the middle of an international incident and must discover the motive behind a nefarious global plan. What I particularly appreciate with BRAVE NEW WORLD is that Julius gives us thoughtful dramatic moments that allow us to get to know Sam as his own person and not part of an entire group of personalities (aka Avengers) but see him wrestle with his own conscience and self-worth, trying to step out of Steve Rogers shadow and make Captain America his own. I love that Julius stayed true to himself as a filmmaker with the dramatic personal aspects of the story and then cocooned that with some explosive razzle dazzle action. http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

Our new book... STORY QUESTIONS: How To Unlock Your Story One Question At A Time https://payhip.com/b/ZTvq9 Watch the video version of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmxm-iIzs84 SIGN UP FOR THE FILM COURAGE NEWSLETTER https://filmcourage.substack.com MORE FULL FILM COURAGE INTERVIEWS https://tinyurl.com/mr42eye2 P.M.Lipscomb has passionately made awarding-winning movies since April 23, 2006. He has made three feature films and thirty-six shorts presented at a dozen film festivals across the country. He strives to make work as a means of escape for the audience from the everyday hardships. After receiving the Emerging Filmmaker Award in 2015 for his decade of work in film, he was hired as a documentarian in Toronto, Canada to follow Jacob Barnett. P.M.Lipscomb has also taught film editing at the Academy of Art in San Francisco for a year and learned from experimental filmmakers such as Nathaniel Dorsky. P.M's first feature film, CLOWNING was released through Gravitas Ventures and is available across many platforms. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, P.M.Lipscomb has now moved to West Hollywood, where he is preparing his next feature film. It is in the genre of horror, and is called Bickle. WATCH 'CLOWNING' https://amzn.to/3lq3Y4Z https://tubitv.com/movies/685822/clowning WATCH 'CLOWNING' TRAILER https://youtu.be/PkLehOiI1DU CONNECT WITH P.M. LIPSCOMB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5674961 https://www.instagram.com/p.m.lipscomb https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXzBI9DkaQK4k1DUyod95aw MORE VIDEOS WITH P.M. LIPSCOMB https://bit.ly/3RnzDmX RELATED VIDEOS Filmmakers, Here's How To Get A Movie Made - https://youtu.be/-MlKt2xiatY There's No Guarantee You'll Make Money As A Filmmaker - https://youtu.be/RyDqKDo9ZiE Harsh Truths About Being A First Time Filmmaker - https://youtu.be/D30y9ZXOAI4 A Beginner's Guide To Being A Filmmaker - https://youtu.be/nBz9E5gPJ7s How A Daydreamer Started A Production Company & Became A Filmmaker - https://youtu.be/U577Y0LHGy8 CONNECT WITH FILM COURAGE http://www.FilmCourage.com http://twitter.com/#!/FilmCourage https://www.facebook.com/filmcourage https://www.instagram.com/filmcourage http://filmcourage.tumblr.com http://pinterest.com/filmcourage SUBSCRIBE TO THE FILM COURAGE YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/18DPN37 PERSONALLY SPONSOR FILM COURAGE https://ko-fi.com/filmcourage SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A MEMBER https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A PATRON https://www.patreon.com/filmcourage LISTEN TO THE FILM COURAGE PODCAST https://soundcloud.com/filmcourage-com (Affiliates) SAVE $15 ON YOUTUBE TV - LIMITED TIME OFFER https://tv.youtube.com/referral/r0847ysqgrrqgp ►WE USE THIS CAMERA (B&H) – https://buff.ly/3rWqrra ►WE USE THIS SOUND RECORDER (AMAZON) – http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9 Stuff we use: LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq AUDIO Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post https://amzn.to/425k5rG Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - https://amzn.to/3WEuz0k LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv *Disclaimer: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, we'll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for your support!

Rashaana Shah, a Serial Entrepreneur and actor works in the Film, Music & Art space. She is a producer with Mulberry Films, a books-to-film TV and film development company, and a former actress. Born in India, Ms. Shah earned a degree in computer engineering from a prominent Indian university before moving to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting.  Between 2005 and 2012, Ms. Shah starred in multiple Bollywood and International films that have won international awards including IFC's 3-part movie BOLLYWOOD HERO with Chris Katan and COLORS OF PASSION. She recently produced feature films THE COLLABORATOR (Book to film adaptation), AMERICAN UNDERDOG(Completed 2024), LOST & FOUND IN CLEVELAND (Co-Producer), BLOWING UP RIGHT NOW (distributed by Gravitas Ventures in 2020) and A NEW CHRISTMAS (distributed by Cinedigm in 2019). Her documentary ICONS was in Hollyshorts 2024. Ms. Shah currently lives between Los Angeles and Atlanta. She has been instrumental in setting up a series of cross border JVs in Asia Pacific CORD WORLDWIDE, a full-service music agency that builds brands through music and B&H PHOTO VIDEO Asia Pacific, world's largest retail house for high-end professional equipment.Ms. Shah is the recipient of 'Top 20 Global Women of Excellence 2022' by Congressman Danny K Davis and was honored by NY State Assemblyman Hon David Weprin and Federation of Indian Association -Tristate for her achievements in Hollywood.

On CinemAddicts Episode 269, we review "The Fix," "Ernest Cole: Lost and Found," "Blitz," "Bread & Roses," "Armor," and "Street Trash." Bruce Purkey also reviews the Hulu limited series "Say Nothing" and "Emilia Perez." Timestamps (2:28) -  The Fix - photos/poster credit: Gravitas Ventures (10:04) - Ernest Cole: Lost And Found - photos/poster credit: Magnolia Pictures (14:28) - Blitz - photos/poster credit: Apple TV+ (18:22) - Afterwar - photos/poster credit: Magic Hour Films (23:54) - Bruce Purkey is in the Cinem-Attic!!! (25:15) - Bread & Roses - photos/poster credit: Apple TV+ (30:22) - Ernest Cole: Lost and Found (36:43) - Street Trash - photos/poster credit: Cineverse (42:54) - Blitz (50:02) - Say Nothing (55:58) - Emilia Pérez - photos/poster credit: Netflix   ***Support CinemAddicts by purchasing/renting movies using our Amazon affiliate links or our SiteStripe.  ***CinemAddicts Movie Picks (worth Renting/Purchasing) include: Seven Cemeteries Dominique The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry Red Rooms Take Cover For Ad-Free CinemAddicts episodes, subscribe to our CinemAddicts YouTube Channel. Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Questions/comments on CinemAddicts email Greg Srisavasdi at info@findyourfilms.com. Our website is Find Your Film. Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs). CinemAddicts hosts: Bruce Purkey, Eric Holmes, Greg Srisavasdi Thanks to our Patreon Community 1. Ryan Smith 2. Stephen Schrock 3. Susan 4. Charles Peterson 5. Nelson B. McClintock 6. Diana Van De Kamp 7. Pete Abeyta 8. Tyler Andula 9. Stephen Mand 10. Edmund Mendez 11. Abbie Schmidt 12. Jeff Tait 13. Superfan Giovanni 14. Robert Prakash 15. Kristen 16. Chris M 17. Jeremy Chappell 18. Lewis Longshadow 19. Iver 20. Alex Clayton 21. Daniel Hulbert 22. Andrew Martin 23. Angela Clark 24. Myron Freeman 25. Kayn Kalmbach 26. Aaron Fordham 27. Tracy Peters 28. Grant Boston 29. Ken Cunningham

Episode 116 | Sheridan O'Donnell (filmmaker) returns to the podcast! In this episode, we discuss the exciting theatrical release of Sheridan's first feature film, Little Brother, and how retinitis pigmentosa leaves its fingerprints on his filmmaking. ------------------------- Gravitas Ventures is set to release LITTLE BROTHER in-theaters on September 17th, 2024. LITTLE BROTHER stars Daniel Diemer (UNDER THE BRIDGE), Phillip Ettinger (FIRST REFORMED), and Academy Award-winner J.K. Simmons (WHIPLASH) in the heartfelt and highly personal debut feature from the Korean-American writer, director, and low-vision disability advocate Sheridan O'Donnell. Following his friend's death by suicide, O'Donnell wrote the film in remembrance to "capture their warmth and humor, and to attempt to understand their mental health journey, all of which I hope deeply connects with viewers.” Scoring the Audience Award at the 2023 Atlanta Film Festival, LITTLE BROTHER begins after Pete (Ettinger) attempts suicide, pushing his overbearing father Warren (Simmons) to recruit his little brother Jake (Diemer) to drive Pete from Albuquerque to Seattle for a family intervention. The brothers aren't just oil and water; they're fire and gasoline—and they're both crammed inside a busted-up van for 1,400 miles with nowhere to hide. As they cross the American West, the two struggle to reconcile their past and forge a new bond. ------------------------- SEE-THROUGH is hosted by Lance Johnson. Based in New York City, Lance is a video editor living with a rare and incurable eye condition called retinitis pigmentosa (or RP for short). In most cases, RP causes legal-blindness by the age of 40. Now 34, Lance uses SEE-THROUGH as a platform to explore his inevitable future of blindness through his transparent conversations with his guests. ------------------------- SUPPORT SEE-THROUGH: Buy Merch: https://seethroughpod.com/merch ------------------------- GUEST LINKS: Little Brother Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wUf5utKS8g Sheridan Website: https://www.sheridanodonnell.com/ Sheridan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridan.odonnell/ ------------------------- FOLLOW SEE-THROUGH: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3JRSPEO Instagram: https://instagram.com/seethroughpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seethroughpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/seethroughpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seethroughpod Website: https://www.seethroughpod.com/

Christine Chen is an Academy qualified film producer, director and co-author of Get Reelisms. She fell in love with capturing images and telling stories through film the first time she got her hands on an early addition VHS camcorder in 1993. Christine's love of film turned into a life-long passion for writing and directing.Christine has a B.A. from Rice University as well as a MBA from the University of Texas McCombs. Christine's films have been showcased at festivals such as Hollyshorts, New Orleans Film Festival, and Fantasia Film Festival. Christine's recent feature, Erzulie had a limited theatrical run in May 2022 and is now available on VOD starting June 14, 2022 through Kamikaze Dogfight Films and Gravitas Ventures.Enjoy my conversation with Christine Chen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.

Episode 246 of CinemAddicts features movies that are coming out for the week of Friday, June 14, 2024.Movies reviewed:1. Queendom (8:00) - Theaters and On Demand June 14. Photos courtesy of Greenwich Entertainment.2. Ghostlist (20:39) - NY & Chicago June 14. Expands June 21. Photos courtesy of Luke Dyra/IFC Films.3. Reverse The Curse (36:30) - Theaters and VOD June 14. Photos courtesy of Vertical.4. Wild Eyed and Wicked (55:02) :- Now on TVOD and Digital . Photos courtesy of Gravitas Ventures.**Other movies reviewed include Trim Season (43:25) and Under Paris. (47:37)**We spotlight the year 2011 for June's CinemAddicts Patreon bonus episode. Movies we spotlight are The Kill List and Margin Call.*Using Amazon links in our show notes gives us a slight commission.1. Help us get to 1,000 Subscribers by joining our CinemAddicts YouTube Channel.2. Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page3. Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations!4. Questions/comments on CinemAddicts email Greg Srisavasdi at info@findyourfilms.com.5. Our website is Find Your Film.6. Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store: cinemaddictspodcast.com (shirts, hoodies, mugs).7. We do a bonus episode each month and early access spoilers for our CinemAddicts Patreon Members.8. Check out Anderson Cowan's new documentary project Loaded For Bear.CinemAddicts hosts: Bruce Purkey, Eric Holmes, Greg SrisavasdiLegacy member and co-creator: Anderson Cowan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vinnie Tortorich #6Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know even more about SIX TIME guest; Vinnie Tortorich. Known in some circles as "The Angriest Trainer"; Cinnie is: a podcaster, an author, fitness guru, a celebrity trainer, a multiple business owner, and a documentary filmmaker. In this episode, we chat a little about why he wrote his best-selling book "Fitness Confidential", we touch a bit on his podcast "Fitness Confidential", and then get into some of his previous documentaries. Vinnie's first documentary is called "Fat: A Documentary" and was the best-selling film in the history of Gravitas Ventures. His follow up to that was "Fat 2" two years later. In 2022 Vinnie released his third documentary titled "Beyond Impossible"; where he did a deep dive into the meat substitute industry. We talk a bit more about this one, as it had some odd effects on his social media accounts. Finally we get to the goods. Vinnie's FOURTH documentary, in his words, "Goes right at the Keto community". This new film "Dirty Keto" expounds on the latest Keto fad, and what the term 'keto' actually means. He also does some digging to find out what official governing body authorizes the term "Certified Keto", and allows it to be placed on packaging. I give him a neat suggestion for this newer film, and I think he likes it! At one point he explains the glycemic index to me and why I should care. We also touch on the newest trend of freezing bread and pasta before reheating and eating it, and why this changes the glycemic scale of these foods. Finally, Vinnie shares the details of his most recent health concerns and what his plans are going forward with it. Vinie is rad as hell. He is a great guy, and has the record for the most appearances on Fascination Street Podcast! Check out his newest film "Dirty Keto" available ONLY on Amazon; beginning June 1, 2024.

Chris Waters is a 20-year veteran of animation and television development and production for kids/family and adult audiences.  He currently serves as CPO of Playground Productions, an independent studio focused on development, finance and distribution of kids' and family content and co-founder of NounsFest, which funds and distributes independent animation globally. Prior to that, he served as head of development for nine-time Emmy® Award-winning Stoopid Buddy Stoodios (Robot Chicken, Crossing Swords, MODOK, Ultra City Smiths) and was co-founder of Oktobor Animation (Kung Fu Panda Legends of Awesomeness, Penguins of Madagascar, Robot and Monster). Chris lives in Los Angeles and wakes up early every New Year's Day to attend the Rose Parade, so making the “Shark Pickle Cone” documentary was a dream come true.   Neil Berkeley is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker. His third feature film, GILBERT, follows the life and career of beloved and intensely private comedian, Gilbert Gottfried. The film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2017 and was distributed by Gravitas Ventures with exclusive SVOD on Hulu. His first feature film, BEAUTY IS EMBARASSING, premiered at SXSW in 2012 and chronicles inspiring artist Wayne White. The film won several Best Documentary Awards and was featured in PBS' Independent Lens in January of 2013. His second feature, HARMONTOWN, premiered at SXSW in 2014 and follows self-destructive TV writer Dan Harmon on an emotional, cross- country journey of self-discovery. Berkeley most recently served as showrunner for Amazon's standup comedy doc series, INSIDE JOKES.  He is also a founding partner at Decential Media.  Decential is a web3 media company focusing on telling the stories about the human side of emerging technology. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crypto-hipster-podcast/support

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews EASTER BLOODY EASTER lead actress/filmmaker Diane Foster about her new film, its unique comedy horror concept, being recognized by Women in Film, growing up in New Jersey, the indie distribution scene, working with Gravitas Ventures, and why YOU should watch the movie!    Stream Easter Bloody Easter: https://amzn.to/3JrdqBp For more info: https://www.instagram.com/dianefosterofficial/  https://wallybirdproductions.com/  ✅Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/TSCGaming 

Award-Winning Film Director Tim O'Donnell Interview | The Brett Allan Show “The House We Lived In” Explore the powerful narrative of "The House We Lived In" with award-winning director Tim O'Donnell, chronicling his father Tod's battle with a traumatic brain injury. This documentary, released by Pixela Films x Gravitas Ventures, illuminates the resilience amidst adversity, resonating profoundly. Reflecting on the journey, Director Tim O'Donnell shares, “It feels surreal to be finished with a film about my dad and family that took the last 12 years of my life to make. When my dad was in a coma and we didn't have any information at all about what a brain injury was. We all sat down as a family and watched the documentary film 'Life.Support.Music.' It was our only hope at the time. Just something out there in the ether that documented what happens during and after something like this happens. Our film took a lot longer than we expected - but now we have something to share with the next family or anyone navigating a new challenge, my dad's new mission is to help others in any way he can. I'm very proud to be part of that. 'The House We Lived In' is by far the most important thing I've ever gotten to make.” Connect with us on our website for more amazing conversations! www.brettallanshow.com Have you got some feedback? Let us know! openmicguest@gmail.com Follow us on social media! https://www.facebook.com/thebrettallanshow/ https://www.instagram.com/brettallanshow/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore the powerful narrative of "The House We Lived In" with award-winning director Tim O'Donnell, chronicling his father Tod's battle with a traumatic brain injury. This documentary, released by Pixela Films x Gravitas Ventures, illuminates the resilience amidst adversity, resonating profoundly during Brain Injury Awareness Month. James and Tim talk about the process, the emotions and the triumph of this film. Available on VOD and Apple Plus! 

Another week, another new @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ episode!!! This week we get a little fast thanks to Universal Pictures, One Race Films & Perfect Storm Entertainment, we add rock to horror as Counterpart Pictures, RLJE Films new film hits Shudder. A podcast is brought to life for the big screen thanks to Cinedata, Gideon Media & Buffalo 8 Productions. AI tries to escape in Liberty Atlantic Studios, Kinogo Pictures & Gravitas Ventures new indie. AND, Netflix take a big action heist to the sky! Today we have: Fast X Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/TU1ifQyJ47c Colosseum (Rome) Premiere: 12th May 2023 Theatrical Release Date: 19th May 2023 Digital Release Date: 5th January 2024 Director: Louis Leterrier Cast: Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Bridges, John Cena, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Scott Eastwood, Daniela Melchior, Alan Ritchson, Helen Mirren, Brie Larson, Rita Moreno, Jason Statham, Jason Momoa, Charlize Theron Running Time: 141 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/_aMNKTiVbg4?si=vyXuJ765u1s-Agh_ Digital Platforms: Apple TV, Prime Video, YouTube, Google, Vudu, Vubiquity, Cox, and Comcast Website: Here. https://www.fastxmovie.com/ ------------ Destroy All Neighbors Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/OxcJR4u--Gc Fox Village Theatre: 14th March 2023 Theatrical Release Date: 17th March 2023 Digital Release Date: 12th January 2024 Director: Josh Forbes Cast: Jonah Ray Rodrigues, Alex Winter, Kiran Deol, Christian Calloway, Randee Heller, DeMorge Brown, Jon Daly, Phil Hendrie, Ryan Kattner, Thomas Lennon Running Time: 85 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/-az86gQy4pY?si=aItgsHae4Yowyoaz Watch via Shudder: Here. https://www.shudder.com/movies/watch/destroy-all-neighbors/37ef3c121b6f2335 Website: Here. https://www.watchdestroy.com/ -------------- First Time Caller Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/sEzem224AYw The Seattle Film Festival: 1st October 2022 Digital Release Date: 12th January 2024 Director: J.D. Brynn, Abe Goldfarb Cast: Abe Goldfarb, Brian Silliman, Rosebud, Priscilla Goldfarb, Mac Rogers, Sean Williams, Ophira Eisenberg, Dave Gilbert, T.J. Mannix, Justin Fair Running Time: 75 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/ThO-2ZBQhXo Digital Platforms: Apple TV, Prime Video, YouTube, Google, Vudu, Vubiquity, Cox, and Comcast ------------ Project Dorothy Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/EulDJqum0IE Digital Release Date: 16th January 2024 Director: George Henry Horton Cast: Tim DeZarn, Adam Budron, Danielle Harris, Emily Rafala, Olivia Scott, George Henry Horton Running Time: 80 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/OW-uvdn0f64 Digital Platforms: Prime Video, Vudu, Vubiquity, Cox, and Comcast Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/project-dorothy/umc.cmc.2i15nd8hquf248efi7m11xdsx ------------ Lift Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/LpEgVitX0L8 Fox Village Theatre: 14th March 2023 Theatrical Release Date: 17th March 2023 Digital Release Date: 12th January 2024 Director: F. Gary Gray Cast: Kevin Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Vincent D'Onofrio, Úrsula Corberó, Billy Magnussen, Viveik Kalra, Kim Yoon-ji, Jacob Batalon, Jean Reno, Sam Worthington, Paul Anderson, Burn Gorman Running Time: 104 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/QfFasuouxQI?si=NVGInWtDl0DPMKwb Watch via Netflix: Here. https://www.netflix.com/title/81446739 Website: Here. https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/lift-kevin-hart-release-date-photos ---------------- *(Music) 'Da Joint' (Instrumental) by EPMD - 2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

On this episode director James Camali and actors Alison Thornton and William R. Moses talk about their latest feature film, The Mental State which was released this week on VOD via Gravitas Ventures. This is our last episode of 2023, but we'll be back with more podcast episodes on 1/17/24. We'll also have more content on our website: NoRestfortheWeekendPodcast.com and YouTube channel: YouTube.com/getbehindtherabbit and you can follow us on Instagram: @NoRestfortheWeekend Show theme by Christopher Gillard Hosted & Created by Jason Godbey Sponsored JMR Rentals www.JMRNY.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-rest-for-the-weekend/support

Welcome to the Following Films podcast! I'm Chris Maynard, your host, and today we have a special episode featuring the creative team behind the multi-award-winning film, THE MENTAL STATE. Joining us are James Camali, Jance Enslin, and Carly Pope. The story of THE MENTAL STATE centers around Andy, a young man who suspects a dangerous town shooter is on the loose in his hometown. As he uncovers a dark conspiracy, Andy's behaviors become increasingly erratic, leaving his mother Angela struggling to find the professional care he needs. Before we dive into our conversation with the filmmakers, I want to take a moment to thank our sponsor, Bookmans. As an independent bookstore, Bookmans believes in the power of storytelling and the magic of the cinematic arts. If you're looking to expand your film, music, or book collection, be sure to visit your nearest Bookmans and discover something truly wonderful. And if you haven't already, please follow the Following Films podcast on Spotify. Your support helps us continue to bring you in-depth conversations with the talented individuals who shape the world of cinema. THE MENTAL STATE will be released by Gravitas Ventures across North America on all TVOD/Digital platforms on December 19th, 2023. . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/followingfilms/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/followingfilms/support

Powell Robinson is an award-winning narrative and commercial Cinematographer based out of Los Angeles, represented by Zero Gravity Management.While his clientele for music video and commercial work includes world-renowned talent such as Doja Cat, The Weeknd, Jack White, Pedro Pascal, and Megan Fox – his main passion lives in feature filmmaking. Over the last two years, Powell has shot two horror films for Hulu and Worthenbrooks (previously 20th Digital). The first of which, Appendage, premiered at SXSW, and had its final festival screening at SITGES. Notable independent feature work in the past includes Threshold (Arrow Video), Greenlight (Horror Collective), and the documentary feature Conversion (Gravitas Ventures) narrated by Zachary Quinto.Powell's love for intense genre content extends into his short form work as well, having shot multiple short films for CryptTV, Hulu Bite Size Halloween, and independent shorts like 10 Shots premiering at Screamfest in Los Angeles, Marked at Beyondfest, and Accomplice at Dances with Films and ShriekfestConnect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Hello, Hello!    In this special edition of Indie Talk, we miss Bonsai Nick but bring on two fantastic guest hosts. Director and Producer Maggie Contreras (https://instagram.com/maggiecontreras) and Actress and  Producer Charity Wakefield (https://instagram.com/charitywakefield). Both worked on the incredible documentary Maestra, Executive Produced by David Letterman's Production company, Worldwide Pants. We talk about:     Pros and cons of filming in Cuba Why Producers are elite problem solvers How they got access to the musicians featured in their film Maestra  What steps are required to produce in France effectively  The tricks to getting the most out of a cast and crew The need for a Documentary Filmmaker union Producer Papa Bear once again stumps and educates us with an all-new Things We Should Know and much more...   Enjoy!   The MAKE IT podcast is brought to you by the Voice of the Filmmaker program, which is sponsored by Women in Film and Television, Nashville (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization).   If you like what we're doing, please donate here: https://www.bonsai.film/donate.   How you can continue to enjoy MAKE IT content:   Subscribe to the MAKE IT YouTube channel. Subscribe to the MAKE IT Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our newsletter at https://www.bonsai.film/subscribe.   The MAKE IT podcast amplifies the voice of the filmmaker by exploring the filmmaking journeys of actors, writers, directors, producers, and a host of other creatives from across the film industry. We provide a platform for filmmakers to provide advice, lessons learned, personal reflections, and insights through our Filmmaker Conversations, Mistakes in the Making, Industry Insights, Indie Talks, and Film Investment Series. We are the go-to film podcast for independent creatives!   More on Charity Wakefield   Instagram - @charitywakefield Twitter - @charitywakefld   CHARITY WAKEFIELD's resumé boasts a colorful spectrum of critically and commercially acclaimed work that illustrates her fantastic talent.   Charity stars in Hulu Original drama series THE GREAT, starring Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult. Written and executive produced by Tony McNamara (The Favourite) and directed by Matt Shakman (Game of Thrones, Succession), the series charts the rise to power of Catherine the Great and her explosive relationship with her husband, Peter, the emperor of Russia. The series has been nominated for Golden Globe, SAG, Emmy, MTV, and BAFTA Awards.   Since playing the romantic ‘Marianne Dashwood' in the BBC mini-series of Jane Austen's celebrated SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, she has appeared in some of our most noteworthy productions, including the critically acclaimed Channel 4 drama ANY HUMAN HEART, the Golden Globe and BAFTA-winning and Emmy-nominated WOLF HALL, THE HALCYON (ITV), Ron Howard's Emmy nominated GENIUS (Nat Geo);  CLOSE TO THE ENEMYdirected by Stephen Poliakoff for BBC2, the global phenomenon DOCTOR WHO; playing opposite Jack Whitehall in Sky One's BOUNTY HUNTERS, an ‘action-comedy-drama' also starring Oscar nominee Rosie Perez. International projects include working alongside Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper in the Susanne Bier-directed SERENA, crime thriller THE PLAYER for NBC with Wesley Snipes, and supernatural drama MOCKINGBIRD LANE also for NBC.   Charity made history as the first woman to play Shakespeare at The Globe Theatre, London, in  Nicole Charles's ‘exhilarating' all-female production of EMILIA, which had a West End transfer to the Vaudeville Theatre. Additional theatre credits include a ‘beautifully executed' (LA Times) THE CHERRY ORCHARD at the Olivier Theatre at the National Theatre, SEMINA, THE BLACKEST BLACK and NO NAUGHTY BITS all at the Hampstead Theatre; CANDIDA at the Theatre Royal Bath and THE RIVALS with Celia Imrie at the Southwark Playhouse.   As a producer, Charity's credits include the female-led, jet-black comedy A SERIAL KILLER'S GUIDE TO LIFE, which was long-listed for the Breakthrough Producer award at the 2019 British Independent Film Awards and can be viewed on all VoD sites (Apple TV, Itunes, Amazon, BT, Virgin, etc). Additional producing credits include short films WRAPS, which is now being made into a feature, and MEMENTO VITAE.     More on Maggie Contreras   Instagram is @MaggieContreras @MaestraMovie www.MaggieContreras.com   Maestra is a new feature documentary following five internationally-based women as they prepare for and perform in ‘La Maestra'—the only competition in the world for female orchestra conductors. Personal stories of survival, passion, and perseverance are woven together with the drama and excitement of this one-of-a-kind event created to break yet another glass ceiling for women. Maggie Contreras' directorial debut had its world premiere in competition at the 2023 Tribeca Festival, where it won an audience award.   Previously, she was the producer behind documentary films tackling a wide range of topics, from comics to solar energy. Jonathan Scott's Power Trip (PBS Independent Lens ‘20) is the titular HGTV celebrity and activist's journey across the USA to examine the antiquated utility monopoly system and how solar holds the key to energy freedom. In 2017, Gilbert also premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was distributed by Gravitas Ventures with exclusive SVOD on Hulu. Her work has been seen on AMC, NFL, and Quibi.   Whether it's working with brands or in the field on her next film, Maggie is fueled by the power of true stories.

Welcome to Media in the Mix, the only podcast produced and hosted by the School of Communications at American University. Join us as we create a safe space to explore topics and communication at the intersection of social justice, tech, innovation & pop culture. On this episode, welcome School of Communications' decorated professor; Claudia Myers. Claudia teaches  classes such as Advanced Directing, Advanced Screenwriting, and Directing Actors for Camera. Leading a double life outside the SOC building, Claudia was named one of "10 Filmmakers to Watch" by Independent Magazine in 2015. Most recently Claudia wrote and directed ABOVE THE SHADOWS, a supernatural drama starring Olivia Thirlby, Alan Ritchson, Jim Gaffigan, and Megan Fox. The film opened the 2019 Brooklyn Film Festival where it won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature and was released theatrically last summer by Gravitas Ventures, and is now streaming on Hulu. Other projects include FORT BLISS; starring Michelle Monaghan, Ron Livingston & Pablo Schreiber, KETTLE OF FISH with Matthew Modine and Gina Gershon, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and won a Nickelodeon Screenwriting Award, & THE LONG ROAD BACK, a documentary about the military community. As a filmmaker Claudia has won numerous awards, was twice a finalist for the Sundance Screenwriters Lab, and is an alum of the Hamptons Screenwriters Lab. Claudia takes us through the status of directors, filmmakers, the pandemic (or endemic?) and where all responsibilities stand, have changed, or will change in the future. In addition, she breaks down the different classes she teaches at American University, their importance and how they can be used to shape your directing career earlier than you think!  To donate to American University's School of Communication, visit this link:https://giving.american.edu/

You're getting an extra @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ episode this week. As we drop another 'SPECIAL EDITION' just for you!!! Finite Films & TV have got a rather inventive new indie thriller on their hands, and it's now in the world! We look at this, and then speak to the creative mind behind it, for a very insightful 60 minutes. Where we learn about his roots, inspirations, and much more!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/dHyuzBQngww 'My House' is the feature directorial debut from Nick Norman-Butler, which he also wrote. We follow 17-year-old named Carla (Mirren Mack) who lives in seclusion with her controlling father (Francis Magee). When a stranger (Aki Omoshaybi) appears, she uses her camera to uncover the truth about the outside world. As Carla questions her father about her mother's (Kaisa Hammarlund) death, she realizes there is a greater danger lurking within her home. Today we have: My House Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/EFhMJ_pC0Q8 Digital Release Date: 7th March 2023 DVD Release Date: 12th June 2023 Director: Nick Norman-Butler Cast: Mirren Mack, Francis Magee, Michelle Collins, Aki Omoshaybi, Kaisa Hammarlund, Muki Zubis, Nigel Hastings, Dominic Gilday, Macadie Amoroso, Justin Marosa Credit: Finite Films & TV, Gravitas Ventures, Spirit Entertainment Genre: Drama, Horror, Suspense, Thriller Running Time: 89 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/228ssupGJ90 Digital Platforms: Apple TV+, Google, iTunes, Prime Video, YouTube Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/my-house/umc.cmc.5jkag9nu1aahnrzozxiwm18ap Watch via Prime Video: Here. https://www.amazon.com/My-House-Francis-Magee/dp/B0B6RYZRYN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11795HITOG7WQ&keywords=My+House&qid=1692133884&s=instant-video&sprefix=my+house%2Cinstant-video%2C257&sr=1-1 Watch via Prime Video UK: Here. https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-House-Francis-Magee/dp/B0BZJ3HJXD/ref=tmm_aiv_title_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Buy DVD via HMV: Here. https://bit.ly/3qmSx45 Buy DVD via Amazon UK: Here. https://amzn.to/3C49v9Z Website: Here. https://www.finitefilmsandtv.com/projects/my-house/ ------------- *(Music) 'My House' by Flo Rida - 2015 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

Claudia Myers was named one of "10 Filmmakers to Watch in 2015." by Independent Magazine. Most recently Claudia wrote and directed Above the Shadows, a supernatural drama starring Olivia Thirlby, Alan Ritchson, Jim Gaffigan and Megan Fox. The film opened the 2019 Brooklyn Film Festival where it won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature. Above the Shadows was released theatrically by Gravitas Ventures. Prior to this, Claudia wrote, directed and produced the dramatic feature Fort Blissstarring Michelle Monaghan and Ron Livingston. The film won several festival awards and top critics for The Washington Post and Philadelphia Inquirer both cited Fort Bliss among the best films of 2014. Claudia also wrote and directed Kettle of Fish starring Mathew Modine and Gina Gershon. The movie premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was released theatrically in 2007. She has directed two award-winning short films, including the Sundance short Buddy & Grace.Outside of narrative fiction, Claudia has worked with veterans and active duty soldiers to make a number of films about the military community. She produced and directed the documentary The Long Road Back, about soldiers who were severely injured in Iraq. The film won two Telly Awards, an Aurora Award, and was nominated for a regional Emmy. In 2010, Claudia produced and directed Women At War, a documentary about the evolution of women's roles in the military. She also wrote and directed the interactive role-playing feature, Outside the Wire for use by the U.S. Army, which won a Codie Award and a Brandon Hall Excellence in Learning Award. The film pushes the boundaries of traditional narrative by melding fiction film, gaming, and educational training. Claudia subsequently wrote The War Inside another large-scale interactive, role-playing feature that deals with the psychological impact of war and aims to build resilience in soldiers.As a screenwriter, Claudia has won numerous awards, was twice a finalist for the Sundance Screenwriters Lab, and is an alumna of the Hamptons Screenwriters Lab. Andy Tennant directed her script Wild Oats, starring Shirley MacLaine, Jessica Lange and Demi Moore, which was released in 2016. Claudia is currently in development on a drama series about women in Special Operations.Claudia studied literature at Yale then received her MFA in film at Columbia University. She is an associate professor in the Film & Media Arts division of American University's School of Communication in Washington DC.Support the show

Join Luz Cabrales and Tony Susi on a conversation with Joe Dain.Joe Dain has been an Actor, UPM, Line Producer, Producer, Executive Producer, Film and Distribution Executive on various independent films across all genres.He has overseen the structure of financing, development, acquisition and production of various award winning projects including the Berlin International Film Festival Official Selection "Gardens Of The Night" starring Gillian Jacobs, Evan Ross, John Malkovich, Tom Arnold, Kevin Zegers and Jeremy Sisto and the GLADD Media Award Nominated film, "Geography Club" based on the bestselling book.From 2011 until 2017 Dain was the Executive in Charge of Production for Sunrise Pictures where he oversaw various aspects of several high profile films including, "The Trials of Cate McCall" starring Kate Beckinsale, Nick Nolte and James Cromwell (Distributed by Lifetime); "The Whistleblower" starring Rachel Weisz, Benedict Cumberbatch, Vanessa Redgrave and David Strathairn (Distributed by Samuel Goldwyn Studios); "Always Woodstock" starring Allison Miller, Brittany Snow, Katey Sagal, Jason Ritter, Ryan Guzman and James Wolk (Distributed by Gravitas Ventures); and was also involved in several high profile development projects for the company including Doug Liman's feature film, "Attica" written by Oscar Winning writer, Geoffrey Fletcher and a TV Development deal with eOne Television.In 2016, Dain along with fellow Sunrise Executive, Jim Klock started the indie distribution label, Terror Films followed by sister label, Global Digital Releasing in 2017. Between 2016 and 2019 Terror Films has quickly become one of the fastest growing indie horror distribution labels in the industry with films in over 50 countries across 20 platforms and growing. Global Digital Releasing has distributed TIFF and BAFTA Winning Films - among many others.Joe continues to focus on building the distribution labels while working diligently with his team to continue to create a "filmmaker first" distribution model unlike anything available in the indie market.

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This week we welcome Film Distribution and Marketing Strategist/ Impact Producer Mia Bruno on the show to talk about how she got into distribution, her time working at Gravitas and moving out on her own as a consultant. After that we play another round of The Game, enjoy! Check out Casting Calls America, it's casting made easy at www.castingcallsamerica.com! Watch The Alternate on Tubi Out Now: https://tubitv.com/movies/702632/the-alternate For 20% off your Jambox subscription use code MMIH @ jambox.io Check out the ISA at: www.networkisa.org

This week, I am very excited to be joined by Zeresenay “Zee” Berhane Mehari who is an award-winning writer/director born and raised in Ethiopia. Zee moved to the U.S. to attend film school and founded Haile - Addis Pictures to produce his first narrative feature film, Difret, which was Executive Produced by Angelina Jolie and won Audience Awards at both the Sundance and Berlin International Film Festivals. His next feature film, Sweetness in the Belly, based on the international best-selling novel of the same name by Camilla Gibb set during the Ethiopian revolution in the 1970s, was a Canadian-Irish co-production starring Dakota Fanning and Yahya Abdul-Mateen and had its world premiere at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival. The film was distributed by Entertainment One and Gravitas Ventures and was the first feature film helmed by an African director financed by Canada's public Telefilms fund. Zee was most recently co-founder and Head of Original Content for Kana Television, the popular free-to-air, private satellite entertainment TV channel in Ethiopia which was recently acquired by Canal Plus. Zee is currently Head of Production and a co-founder of A51 Pictures, an independent film production company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He is currently developing a slate of films for the local and international market. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. In this episode, we talked about the importance of building a community and serving as a bridge between communities. We discussed how vital it is for international students to become part of different communities in college and how those new communities can become family away from family. Tune-in to laugh, learn and appreciate the international student experience! Please send questions and feedbacks you have to internationaliebyruth@gmail.com or DM on the Instagram page @internationaliebyruth

Step right up, folks! This week on Documentary First, we're shaking things up and diving into the world of narrative filmmaking. Our special guest is none other than D. Mitry, a talented writer, director, and producer whose short films have won international acclaim. D. Mitry's new film, “Hedgehog”, is taking the festival circuit by storm, and he's here to share his top three tools for any filmmaker looking to create a powerful, impactful story. But first, let's talk about D. Mitry's fascinating backstory. Born in the Soviet Union, D. Mitry didn't launch his filmmaking dream until 2015, but since then, his work has made waves across the globe. He's the mastermind behind “My True Fairytale”, a feature film that pays tribute to his daughter Alyssa after her tragic passing. This deeply personal project was acquired for worldwide distribution by Gravitas Ventures and had its world premiere at Cinequest in March 2021. Now D. Mitry has a new film on the horizon: “Hedgehog”. This short film explores the conflict between Ukrainian and Russian forces through the eyes of a young girl and a wounded soldier. D. Mitry discusses the challenges of telling a powerful story with minimal words and allowing images and stillness to speak for themselves. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong "movie family" of passionate collaborators who share a love for the project. And what about those top three tools for filmmakers? D. Mitry's first tool is "Economy of Writing," which means using every element of your story to its fullest potential to avoid overwriting. This is especially important for indie filmmakers who must be resourceful and conscientious about their budget. His second tool describes "movie family" as a group of collaborators who share a love for the project and thus can weather any challenges that come their way. Finally, D. Mitry stresses the importance of choosing a story that speaks to one on a personal level and has the power to make an impact in the world. So buckle up, folks, and get ready for a thrilling ride through the world of narrative filmmaking with D. Mitry on Documentary First! Social Media Links for The Hedgehog Film Website: https://www.thehedgehogfilm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehedgehogfilm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHedgehogFilm ** DocuView Déjà Vu: Dmitry: “Reggie's Forest” & “The Girl Who Wore Freedom” Reggie's Forest IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14014074/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 The Girl Who Wore Freedom: https://thegirlwhoworefreedom.com/ Jason: The Prestige TV Podcast - Episodes discussing Season 4 of “Barry” on HBO - Discussions with the director and actor. Link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ggiKF2wHHPcbyRAYbJO4o?si=94f568975f2d4571 Christian: "Eyewitness: D-Day", 2019, 44 mins IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10885884/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Quick Company Update: On May 19, 2023, the Doc First team will be attending the 80th Anniversary Ball for the 101st Airborne Division at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville, TN which is open to anyone in the community (Tickets for “Community Invitees” are $105). The next day, May 20th, there will be a screening of "The Girl Who Wore Freedom" at the 101st Airborne home in Fort Campbell, Kentucky (Follow our socials for more details). Christian will be attending both events and then heading to Normandy for D-Day with World War II veterans on a Delta charter flight. Thanks to a wonderful partner at the 101st ABD (Air Assault), we are collaborating with the division on Instagram, as they share our micro-docs to raise awareness and build our audience. We encourage you to follow our journey on Instagram (@documentaryfirst), Facebook (Documentary First), Twitter (@doc_first), and TikTok (@documentaryfirst).   00:00 - 02:52 - Introduction 02:52 - D. Mitry's Bio 03:34 - The Hedgehog Film Synopsis 04:34 - Christian & Jason share their experience of viewing Hedgehog. 13:30 - Toolkit item number 3 - Story (Part 1) 14:25 - Toolkit item number 1 - Economic Writing 24:21 - Toolkit time number 2 - A Movie Family 34:35 - Toolkit time number 3 - Story (part 2) 36:32 - Jason asks about D. Mitry's vision and what actually made it to the screen 39:05 - Christian shares what she thinks is D. Mitry's best tool. 39:50 - The film festival run for The Hedgehog Film 42:21 - Praise and thanks for family, cast & crew - it takes “a movie family” 45:37 - DocuView Déjà Vu 51:32 - A quick update

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Wednesday, March 29th - 2023 – St. Gwynllyw Filwr St. Gwynllyw Filwr, also known as Woolos the Warrior or Woolos the Bearded, was a Welsh king and religious figure who lived in the 5th century. He was the king of Gwynllŵg in South Wales and founded the city of Newport. According to tradition, he was a feared warlord and raider who knew King Arthur, but later found religion and became a hermit, founding St Woolos Cathedral in Newport. He is also the father of one of the most revered Welsh saints, Saint Cadoc the Wise. Gwynllyw and his wife Gladys were reportedly bandits in King Arthur's time but repented and became eremites. St. Gwynllyw Filwr, Pray for us. INTRO – Good morning Happy Wednesday The Padre Pio movie starring Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf will release in the United States this year. Dateline reported that entertainment company Gravitas Ventures obtained distribution rights for the film. The theatrical release is scheduled for June 2, 2023. And – at 15 past the hour, we are going to discuss how sin makes you stupid Also – at 30 past the hour, the 7th word from the cross “Father into your Hands I commend my spirit” The Virgo Pater O JOSEPH, virgin father of JESUS, most pure spouse of the Virgin Mary, pray for us daily to the SON of GOD, that, armed with the weapons of his grace, we may fight as we ought in life, and be crowned by Him in death. Ant. Behold the faithful and prudent servant whom the LORD set over his house. V/. Pray for us, holy Joseph. R/. That we may be made worthy of the promises of CHRIST. Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Rudy Social Media IG: @ydursolrac YouTube: Glad Trad Podcast Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

Director John Clayton Doyle's acclaimed, award-winning I'M AN ELECTRIC LAMPSHADE premieres on digital platforms March 28 from Gravitas Ventures. Called both "one of the best documentaries of the year" (on-magazine.co.uk), and "One of the best films we'll see all year" (KQED), this unique, mind-bending musical odyssey stars Doug McCorkle, a buttoned-up, mild-mannered corporate accountant. After retiring at age 60, Doug puts his marriage, life savings, and reputation on the line to chase his wildest dream. Shot in the United States, Mexico & the Philippines, I'M AN ELECTRIC LAMPSHADE has been compared to Sean Baker's Tangerine - with much of the cast, including Doug, portraying versions of themselves, bringing an authenticity to the film that would have been difficult to fake. Regina McCorkle, Cesar Valentino, Isra Jeron Ysmael, and Darnell Bernard also star in this joyous, heart-warming, and offbeat docu-narrative adventure that'll have you cheering from the sofa!

Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes Doug McCorkle, Actor (I'm an Electric Lampshade; Movie, Documentary, Music) to the Show!    (Click to go there) ● Web: imanelectriclampshade.com ● IG: @electriclampshade ● IMDB: www.imdb.com/title/tt14170748 FB: ImAnElectricLampshadeFilm Director John Clayton Doyle's acclaimed, award-winning I'M AN ELECTRIC LAMPSHADE premieres on digital platforms March 28 from Gravitas Ventures.   Called both “one of the best documentaries of the year” (on-magazine.co.uk), and “One of the best films we'll see all year” (KQED), this unique, mind-bending musical odyssey stars Doug McCorkle, a buttoned-up, mild-mannered corporate accountant. After retiring at age 60, Doug puts his marriage, life savings, and reputation on the line to chase his wildest dream. Shot in the United States, Mexico & the Philippines, I'M AN ELECTRIC LAMPSHADE has been compared to Sean Baker's Tangerine - with much of the cast, including Doug, portraying versions of themselves, bringing an authenticity to the film that would have been difficult to fake. Regina McCorkle, Cesar Valentino, Isra Jeron Ysmael, and Darnell Bernard also star in this joyous, heart-warming, and offbeat docu-narrative adventure that'll have you cheering from the sofa! ● Media Inquiries: October Coast www.octobercoastpr.com

Today on Too Opinionated we talk with Wayne David who is the director and writer of the new movie, Wolf Garden. A man who has gone into isolated hiding is haunted by visions in the frightening WOLF GARDEN, premiering On Demand this February from Gravitas Ventures. Written and Directed by Wayne David, WOLF GARDEN tells the blood-curdling story of William (Wayne David, Containment), a young man who disappears upon experiencing haunting visions of the woman he loves and a mysterious creature in the nearby woods. You can't escape fear. Wayne David, Sian Altman, Grant Masters, and Jake Wood star in a provocative and unique new horror film in the tradition of It Follows. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

US Air Force JAG Attorney Yvonne Bradley volunteered to defend a man named Binyam Mohamed who was facing a death penalty case at Guantanamo Bay in 2005. Believing the detainees at Guantanamo were ‘the worst of the worst' in the war on terror, Yvonne's world was turned upside down as she arrived in Cuba and began to untangle an unimaginable case. Spending the next 4 years battling to uncover the truth, Yvonne's is a captivating story of taking responsibility in the face of corruption at the highest levels of power, and the dangers of choosing to stand up for what you believe in. What's the difference between a terrorist sympathizer and a hero? Would you risk it all to do the right thing? WE ARE NOT GHOULS is a feature-length documentary which premiered at the SXSW 2022 Film Festival and won the SXSW Audience Award for the Documentary Spotlight section. In this episode, Dawn talks with filmmaker Chris Thompson and the subject of the film, Yvonne Bradley. They talked about Chris's personal experience with a friend from college and how that inspired him to make the film, what it was like for Yvonne to stand up for what was right while it was not in her best interest to do so, and the commitment to the bigger picture that they each made during the making of this film and to the trial. WE ARE NOT GHOULS was acquired for distribution by Gravitas Ventures for commercial release on February 28, 2023. Follow the film: Website: https://www.wearenotghouls.com/ Instagram @goodcreditproductions Watch the film on iTunes, Amazon Prime, Vudo, YouTube, Cable on Demand, and more! https://www.wearenotghouls.com/ for direct links and more info.

Rebroken; Starring: Scott Hamm Duenas, Tobin Bell, Kipp Tribble Directed by: Kenny Yates Tobin Bell, star of the SAW franchise joins Scott Hamm Duenas (Evil at the Door, "General Hospital")REBROKEN, premiering On Digital Platforms March 7 from Gravitas Ventures. Will is a devastated father who spends his time between court-ordered grief counseling drinking himself into oblivion. He repeats the cycle of despair every day with no plans to stop, until he meets a mysterious stranger who gives him some old vinyl recordings. After Will listens to the records, he suddenly starts receiving messages from his recently deceased daughter.As the communications from his daughter grow more and more frequent, Will becomes convinced that these recordings hold the answer to bring his daughter back from the dead. But just as he is closing in on the truth, he starts to suspect that his counseling group has ulterior motives. After the stranger disappears, Will races against time to find him so he can get the last recording, or his chance to bring his daughter back might be gone forever. Also starring Kipp Tribble, Alison Haislip, Nija Okoro, Kenny Yates, Richard Siegelman, Blake Koren, and Billy Walker, REBROKEN is written by Kipp Tribble and Scott Hamm Duenas, and directed by Kenny Yates.The Douglas Coleman Show now offers audio and video promotional packages for music artists as well as video promotional packages for authors. We also offer advertising.Please see our website for complete details. http://douglascolemanshow.comIf you have a comment about this episode or any other, please click the link below.https://ratethispodcast.com/douglascolemanshow

Lay of The Land's conversation today is with Michael Murphy who is on a mission to bring professional soccer to Cleveland as the Co-founder and CEO of the Cleveland Soccer Group.Previously, Michael served as President of Gravitas Ventures — whose story we featured back on Lay of The Land's 68th episode with Gravitas' CEO (linked here), Nolan Gallagher, Michael's current co-founder at Cleveland Soccer Group!At Gravitas, Michael was instrumental in growing the company's distribution footprint, managing their library of more than 3,000 titles of movies and TV to over 100 transactional, subscription, and ad-sponsored Video-on-demand operators on a worldwide basis — ultimately affording Gravitas distribution into over 100 million homes in North America and over 1 Billion homes worldwide.Prior to joining Gravitas Ventures in 2007, Michael was Captain in the US Army where he served on active duty as a Judge Advocate. In 2005, he deployed with the 3rd Infantry Division in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal.Michael is a member of the Cleveland Chapter of Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), a member of the U.S. Soccer Development Council, on the board of Boys Hope Girls Hope of Northeast Ohio, and on the advisory council for the Northeast Ohio Women's Sports Alliance.He also coaches track, basketball, and, of course, soccer at St. Dominic School in Cleveland.This was a really fun conversation — we cover everything from the cultural importance of sports in American society, how he envisions Cleveland Soccer as a community pillar going forward, to the logistics of starting a professional soccer club, from stadiums to financing to building a competitive and formidable platform and team. Really enjoyed learning more about Michaels' vision for the Cleveland Soccer Group and I am excited to follow along on this journey as it unfolds — please enjoy my conversation with Michael Murphy.--Connect with Michael Murphy on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-murphy-5602005/ Connect with Nolan Gallagher on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolan-gallagher-7a6a852/Follow Cleveland Pro Soccer on Twitter @cleprosoccer — https://twitter.com/cleprosoccerFollow Michael Murphy on Twitter @CLE_MMMurphy — https://twitter.com/CLE_MMMurphyFollow Nolan Gallagher on Twitter @NolanGravitas — https://twitter.com/NolanGravitasLearn more about The Cleveland Soccer Group — https://www.clevelandprosoccer.com/--Connect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Jeffrey Stern on Twitter @sternJefe — https://twitter.com/sternjefeFollow Lay of The Land on Twitter @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes Matthew Bauer co-writer, director (The Other Fellow, Movie | Documentary, Biography, Thriller) to the Show!    (Click to go there) ● WEB: theotherfellow.com ● IG: @TheOtherFellow ● FB: @TheOtherFellow ● TW: @TheOtherFellow ● YT: @theotherfellow   ● IMDB: www.imdb.com/title/tt2587214   IN THEATERS AND ON DEMAND FEB 17, 2023 from Gravitas Ventures. An energetic exploration of male identity via the lives, personalities, and adventures of a diverse band of men, real men across the globe all sharing the same name - James Bond. When British author Ian Fleming creates the character of 007, he needs to christen him with a “really flat, quiet name”. Perusing one of his favourite books BIRDS OF THE WEST INDIES Fleming steals the name of a Philadelphia ornithologist by the name of James Bond… 2022. Seventy years later. #theotherfellow #bondsjamesbonds ● Media Inquiries: October Coast PR www.octobercoastpr.com

Today on Too Opinionated, rising writer/director David Marantz invades the podcast!  Beware of infection this January! From writer/director David Marantz, and featuring an electric cast headed up by Ellen Hillman, Kian Pritchard, and Neil Scheffield, ALIVE. Helen navigates a ravaged world with her boyfriend Kevin and her little brother Barney. Desperate to find help after Barney's infection slowly turns him into a zombie, they come upon a house where lives Dan, a man harboring a heavy secret. In the tradition of 28 days Later and Cabin Fever, ALIVE premieres on digital platforms Jan 31 from Gravitas Ventures. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod    

A valiant effort from writer/director David Marantz, but though all the ingredients are there, Alive just doesn't completely come together. Alivepremieres on digital platforms Jan 31st from Gravitas Ventures. Please click, follow, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/TSPandOE_Podcasts

THE STALKING FIELDS was written by Sean Crampton and Jordan Wiseley and directed by first-time filmmaker and Army veteran Ric Maddox. The film stars Crampton in a breakthrough performance, as well as Taylor Kalupa, Adam J. Harrington, Rachael Markarian, Jordan Wiseley, and Richard O. Ryan. Drawing from personal experience, both Crampton and Wisely grew up in military families and felt it was important to make a film about the ramifications of PTSD. Gravitas Ventures will release THE STALKING FIELDS on digital platforms on January 17, 2023. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/followingfilms/support

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with the creative team behind the new documentary, SHE. The award-winning documentary film SHE has been acquired by Gravitas Ventures and will premiere on streaming platforms beginning December 27, 2022. She, a true crime documentary, is the first documentary film by Vanessa Cicarelli and Jason Greer of Birdy & Bean Films and stars Emmy-award nominated Kate Mulgrew (Star Trek: Voyager and Orange is the New Black), Coco Jones (Bel-Air), and Raven Goodwin (Single Black Female). She is a full-length documentary about writer Aimée Baker and her award-winning poetry collection, Doe (University of Akron Press). Doe is her quest to honor missing and unidentified women and make sure their stories are not forgotten. Every year, over 300,00 women go missing in the United States and there are currently over 2,600 Jane Does waiting to be identified. The few that make it to the top of our newsfeed capture the nation's attention. She brings the same attention to some of the stories that never made the news. Like Baker's poetry collection, She shifts the attention away from the perpetrators of crimes and centers the stories of the women throughout the film. Each woman's story includes narration by Kate Mulgrew and readings of Baker's poems by Coco Jones and Raven Goodwin. Want to Watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Playworld Pictures is an award-winning production company based in Los Angeles, California, founded by William Garcia, an established producer, director, and cinematographer with over twenty years in the news, documentary, sports, commercial, music video, feature film, and television production industry. In the music industry, William has directed and filmed with musical legends Lenny Kravitz, Paul McCartney, Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Michael Jackson, Juanes, Shakira, and Christina Aguilera, to name a few artists. In 2022, Playworld Pictures produced the award-winning feature Samland, presented at the New York Latino Film Festival, sponsored by Warner Media/HBO. The film is distributed by Gravitas Ventures in the U.S. and Canada. Playworld Pictures clients include; MTV, VH-1, TLC, Animal Planet, Republic Records, MTV Tr3s, and AWE Network. William is a member of the Producers Guild of America. Follow William on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wmgarciafilms ==== Subscribe to watch more Drop the Mic videos Listen to the Full Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/dropthemic FOLLOW DROP THE MIC PODCASTS ON SOCIAL Daron Jenkins on Twitter https://twitter.com/daronjenkins919 Daron Jenkins on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedaronjenkins FOLLOW DROP THE MIC ON SOCIAL Drop the Mic on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DTMPodcast ABOUT DROP THE MIC PODCAST Daron Jenkins is the creator, executive producer, and host of the Drop the Mic podcast series which invites fascinating personalities for thought-provoking conversations and lots of laughing. ABOUT DJ MEDIA DJ Media is the YouTube home for all things Daron Jenkins and DJ Media Podcasts. DJ Media features conversations and laughs with influencers, personalities, creatives, entrepreneurs, artists, business leaders and friends of pop culture. It also features exclusive content like live Instagram shows, live audio rooms and other funny podcasts like the Download Podcast Show, 13 Questions, and The Download 007 Podcast. DJ MEDIA on YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxIaNjsz1DXdhgraPpuQdQ

Richard is currently editing a macabre feature film called The Dark Sisters. His feature film King Judith is available in wide release through Indie Rights Movies. My previous feature, A Ship of Human Skin, is available in wide release through Gravitas Ventures. His films have been shown at Alchemy Moving Image, Anthology Film Archives, Arizona Underground, AVIFF Cannes, Bare Bones, Berlin Revolution, Black Maria, Blow-Up (Chicago Art House), Dallas VideoFest, KERA (PBS), Proyector International, SENE, ShockFest, SXSW, and many other festivals. Check out his work on Vimeo and his website. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/experimentalfilmpodcast/support

Christine Chen is an Academy qualified film producer, director and co-author of Get Reelisms. She fell in love with capturing images and telling stories through film the first time she got her hands on an early addition VHS camcorder in 1993. Christine's love of film turned into a life-long passion for writing and directing.Christine has a B.A. from Rice University as well as a MBA from the University of Texas McCombs. Christine's films have been showcased at festivals such as Hollyshorts, New Orleans Film Festival, and Fantasia Film Festival. Christine's recent feature, Erzulie had a limited theatrical run in May 2022 and is now available on VOD starting June 14, 2022 through Kamikaze Dogfight Films and Gravitas Ventures.Enjoy my conversation with Christine Chen.

Welcome to Media in the Mix, the only podcast produced and hosted by the School of Communications at American University. Join us as we create a safe space to explore topics and communication at the intersection of social justice, tech, innovation & pop culture. On this episode, welcome School of Communications' decorated professor; Claudia Myers. Claudia teaches classes such as Advanced Directing, Advanced Screenwriting, and Directing Actors for Camera. Leading a double life outside the SOC building, Claudia was named one of "10 Filmmakers to Watch" by Independent Magazine in 2015. Most recently Claudia wrote and directed ABOVE THE SHADOWS, a supernatural drama starring Olivia Thirlby, Alan Ritchson, Jim Gaffigan, and Megan Fox. The film opened the 2019 Brooklyn Film Festival where it won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature and was released theatrically last summer by Gravitas Ventures, and is now streaming on Hulu. Other projects include FORT BLISS; starring Michelle Monaghan, Ron Livingston & Pablo Schreiber, KETTLE OF FISH with Matthew Modine and Gina Gershon, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and won a Nickelodeon Screenwriting Award, & THE LONG ROAD BACK, a documentary about the military community. As a filmmaker Claudia has won numerous awards, was twice a finalist for the Sundance Screenwriters Lab, and is an alum of the Hamptons Screenwriters Lab. Claudia takes us through the status of directors, filmmakers, the pandemic (or endemic?) and where all responsibilities stand, have changed, or will change in the future. In addition, she breaks down the different classes she teaches at American University, their importance and how they can be used to shape your directing career earlier than you think! PRODUCED & HOSTED BY: Grace Ibrahim & The School of Communication SPECIAL GUST: CLAUDIA MYERS

On May 18th, 2018 a student at Santa Fe High School executed 10 people and wounded 13 others. Amongst the 10 people murdered were two educators and eight students. The shooting took roughly half an hour before the killer was arrested. Acclaimed filmmaker Charlie Minn explores all facets of this unknown mass shooting. The movie closely examines the students that were directly affected and what they are doing today. Three years later, the lack of transparency surrounding this tragedy remains intact. ​"The only way to get to the bottom of this thing is to do your own independent research and talk to as many people as possible." said Minn, who once worked as a producer for the hit television crime show "America's Most Wanted." Minn has also sold movies to LionsGate, Investigation Discovery and Gravitas Ventures. ​ "My movies represent innocent people who have been murdered. The Santa Fe mass shooting would certainly fall under that." said Minn.

On May 18th, 2018 a student at Santa Fe High School executed 10 people and wounded 13 others. Amongst the 10 people murdered were two educators and eight students. The shooting took roughly half an hour before the killer was arrested. Acclaimed filmmaker Charlie Minn explores all facets of this unknown mass shooting. The movie closely examines the students that were directly affected and what they are doing today. Three years later, the lack of transparency surrounding this tragedy remains intact. ​"The only way to get to the bottom of this thing is to do your own independent research and talk to as many people as possible." said Minn, who once worked as a producer for the hit television crime show "America's Most Wanted." Minn has also sold movies to LionsGate, Investigation Discovery and Gravitas Ventures. ​ "My movies represent innocent people who have been murdered. The Santa Fe mass shooting would certainly fall under that." said Minn.

On May 18th, 2018 a student at Santa Fe High School executed 10 people and wounded 13 others.Amongst the 10 people murdered were two educators and eight students. The shooting took roughly half an hour before the killer was arrested. Acclaimed filmmaker Charlie Minn explores all facets of this unknown mass shooting. The movie closely examines the students that were directly affected and what they are doing today. Three years later, the lack of transparency surrounding this tragedy remains intact.​"The only way to get to the bottom of this thing is to do your own independent research and talk to as many people as possible." said Minn, who once worked as a producer for the hit television crime show "America's Most Wanted." Minn has also sold movies to LionsGate, Investigation Discovery and Gravitas Ventures.​"My movies represent innocent people who have been murdered. The Santa Fe mass shooting would certainly fall under that." said Minn.

The B.O. may be slowing down, but The Boys never will! In this week's preview episode, we talk about the ET 40th Anniversary IMAX release being bait for Spielberg, whether or not Bodies Bodies Bodies is the Gen Z Scream, and can Mack & Rita be a hit despite the smell of Gravitas Ventures. Plus, is the Fall going to make Air as strong of an IP as Fire or Water?   E-mail us: theboboyspodcast@gmail.com Subscribe: https://theboboys.substack.com

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

Hello, Hello!   In this conversant episode, we have a conversation with Director Chris St. Croix. We talk about his films 'In The Dark,' 'Shattered,' and 'Final,' the details behind the streaming wars, working with Quentin Tarantino, how to transition from one creative dream to another, overcoming demons, self-doubt, lack of education, and addiction, the realities of Indie Film distribution, and much more. Enjoy!    Listen+Subscribe+Rate = Love   Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on social and the web at https://linktr.ee/BonsaiCreative   Love Indie Film? Love the MAKE IT Podcast? Become a True Fan!   www.bonsai.film/truefans   www.makeit.libsyn.com/podcast   #MAKEIT   More On Chris St. Croix   www.chrisstcroix.com   Born in New York to a Brooklyn business professor and a former nun from Pennsylvania. Raised in New Jersey, Europe, Boston, L.A., and now Nashville, TN. As a teen, I was hell-bent on filmmaking until music took over, landing me in Hollywood as a long-haired heavy metal singer. A storyteller, just louder. I paid the bills by working as an extra on sets with everyone from Tarantino to Zemeckis and soaked it all in. When music shot me back across the country to Nashville, by day I worked my way up the crew ladder to Assistant Director. When the rekindling of my childhood passion couldn't be ignored any longer, I wrote and directed the short comedy "Rocco & Vinnie." Since then, I've written, directed, and released, through Gravitas Ventures, two features and directed shorts, commercials, and music videos. My period supernatural thriller, "Final," is my latest short supernatural thriller. I have multiple finished screenplays and pilots ready to produce and am always looking for collaborators to make that happen.   Chris' Films:   Final (short thriller)   Midnight (short supernatural)   In The Dark (feature horror)   Dirty Little Secret 3D (short thriller)   Shattered (feature drama/thriller)   Rocco & Vinnie (short comedy)   Commercials:   Vizio, Nutrisystem, Oakley, Wall Street Journal

Join Christina and Holly as they talk about the mysterious death of Kendrick Johnson.  Was it a tragic accident or something much more sinister?*Content Warning: Death, Discussions of racism*•https://www.cnn.com/2013/10/31/justice/georgia-gym-mat-death/index.html •https://www.cnn.com/2013/11/21/justice/kendrick-johnson-surveillance-videos/index.html•https://www.crimeonline.com/2021/03/19/kendrick-johnson-possible-audio-confession-surfaces-in-2013-case-of-high-schooler-found-dead-in-gym-mat/•https://www.scribd.com/document/181050020/Lowndes-County-Incident-Report-pdf#fullscreen&from_embed• https://www.walb.com/2018/11/15/third-kendrick-johnson-autopsy-results-released/• https://www.cbsnews.com/news/7-judges-recuse-themselves-in-kendrick-johnson-gym-mat-death/• https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/justice-department-closes-investigation-death-kendrick-johnson• https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/united-states-attorney-remarks-regarding-kendrick-johnson-investigation•https://www.crimeonline.com/2021/09/03/body-parts-are-missing-newly-released-footage-of-kendrick-johnsons-last-moments-the-latest-in-troubling-death-investigation/• https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2480794/Kendrick-Johnson-video-shows-teen-moments-died-school-gym.html•https://www.findingkendrickjohnson.com/meet-the-team• Finding Kendrick Johnson. Directed by Jason Pollack, stars Jennifer Lewis Mitch Credle Kenneth and Jackie Johnson and others associated with the case,produced by Jason Pollack Amy McCambell Malcolm D. Lee Morgan J. Freeman, distributed by Gravitas Ventures, December 21, 2021, Starz.Support the show