AsianAm, LGBTQ Films Win Big at NBC's Diverse Shorts Fest
by Tori Hartshorn
- Oct 25, 2018
Last night, the 13th Annual NBCUniversal SHORT FILM FESTIVAL, which celebrates diverse stories while finding the next generation of storytellers, honored its six finalist films and filmmakers with a finale screening and awards ceremony at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood.
Comedian-Actor Zainab Johnson to Host the NBCUniversal SHORT FILM FESTIVAL Finale
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 19, 2018
Comedian-actor Zainab Johnson (“Late Night with Seth Meyers,” HBO's “All Def Comedy”) is set to host the finale screening and awards ceremony of the 13th Annual NBCUniversal SHORT FILM FESTIVAL on October 24, 2018 at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. The festival which is part of the network's talent infusion programs (NBC TIPS) celebrates diverse stories while finding the next generation of storytellers. Festival alumni include Steven Caple Jr. (“Creed 2”), Hasan Minhaj (“The Daily Show”), Randall Park (“Fresh Off the Boat”) and Simone Missick (“Luke Cage”).
Award Winning Producer Jason Blum To Receive 2018 Israel Film Festival Achievement In Film & TV Award
by Tori Hartshorn
- Oct 3, 2018
Multi-Academy Award nominated and Emmy Award winning producer Jason Blum, founder of Blumhouse Productions, and award-winning Israeli director/screenwriter Avi Nesher, will be honored on November 6th at the 2018 Opening Night Gala of the 32nd ISRAEL FILM FESTIVAL in Los Angeles with the 2018 IFF Achievement in Film and TV Award and the 2018 IFF Cinematic Achievement Award, respectively. The honors, to take place at the Steve Tisch Cinema Center at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, will immediately be followed by the Opening Night West Coast Gala Premiere screening of Nesher's new film, The Other Story, announced Israel Film Festival Founder/Executive Director Meir Fenigstein. Serving as Honoree Chairman of the Festival is Arnon Milchan, owner of New Regency Productions.
Netflix Announces First Mexican Original Reality Series To Debut Today
by BWW
News Desk
- Sep 28, 2018
Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, announced the arrival of their first Mexican reality series, Made in Mexico. The captivating reality show follows Mexico City's wealthy socialites and their opulent lifestyles. The series is set to debut globally on September 28 on Netflix.
William Shatner to Appear Live On Stage at Bass Concert Hall
by Julie Musbach
- Aug 20, 2018
Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Bass Concert Hall on Saturday, January 12 for an unforgettable night with the one and only WILLIAM SHATNER, live on stage. Audiences will enjoy a screening of the classic film "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" on the big screen, followed by a live conversation with the one and only "Captain James T. Kirk."
Netflix Announces First Mexican Original Reality Series To Debut September 28
by Tori Hartshorn
- Aug 20, 2018
Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, announced the arrival of their first Mexican reality series, Made in Mexico. The captivating reality show follows Mexico City's wealthy socialites and their opulent lifestyles. The series is set to debut globally on September 28 on Netflix.
The Backlot Project Hosts An Evening with Mel Brooks
by Julie Musbach
- Aug 13, 2018
Join the incomparable Mel Brooks live on stage for an exclusive, inside look at his storied career, and the making of the legendary and groundbreaking movie Blazing Saddles on Saturday, October 6th, 2018 at Bellco Theatre. This outrageous masterpiece, considered one of the top comedy films of all time, will be presented on the big screen followed by a conversation and audience Q&A with Mel Brooks himself.
Jennifer Westfeldt And Victoria Justice Join QUEEN AMERICA On Facebook Watch
by Julie Musbach
- Jul 19, 2018
Jennifer Westfeldt ('Younger,' 'Friends with Kids') and Victoria Justice ('Victorious,' 'Eye Candy') have been tapped for the freshman season of the forthcoming scripted series 'Queen America' on Facebook Watch, Facebook's new video platform. Westfeldt's status is as a recurring guest star with Justice attached to the project for dual-episodes. This new series stars Oscar and Tony award-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones (Vicki Ellis). 'Queen America' is created, written, and executive produced by Meaghan Oppenheimer ('Fear the Walking Dead'). Westfeldt and Justice join previously announced series regulars Belle Shouse, Teagle F. Bougere, Rana Roy, Isabella Amara, Molly Price and Megan West.
Belle Shouse, Teagle F. Bougere, Rana Roy, Isabella Amara, Molly Price and Megan West Announced as Series Regulars For QUEEN AMERICA On Facebook Watch
by Stephi Wild
- Jul 10, 2018
Belle Shouse ('A Million Ways to Die in the West,' 'Secrets & Lies'), Teagle Bougere ('A Night at the Museum,' 'The Pelican Brief'), Rana Roy ('Life Sentence,' 'Switched at Birth'), Isabella Amara ('Wilson,' 'Spiderman: Homecoming'), Molly Price ('Bloodline,' 'Feud: Bette and Joan,' 'American Crime Story: Versace') and Megan West ('This is Us,' 'How To Get Away With Murder') have been cast as series regulars in the forthcoming scripted series 'Queen America,' on Facebook Watch, Facebook's new video platform. This new series stars Oscar and Tony award-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones (Vicki Ellis). 'Queen America' is created, written, and executive produced by Meaghan Oppenheimer ('Fear the Walking Dead').
John Cusack Comes to State Theatre, Followed By a Showing Of Say Anything
by Stephi Wild
- Jun 26, 2018
Hollywood icon JOHN CUSACK makes his way to the State Theatre for a live conversation and audience Q&A on Thursday, September 20. With four decades' worth of roles in over 70 films, John Cusack will share stories from his career, answer audience questions, and give a behind-the-scenes look into his breakout role as Lloyd Dobler, following a screening of the iconic 1989 film Say Anything.
The American Black Film Festival Opening Night Set for SUPERFLY
by Macon Prickett
- May 30, 2018
In celebration of the nationwide release of Superfly, in theaters June 13, the 2018 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) will open with the festival's premiere screening of Sony Pictures' Superfly on that same night at the Fillmore Theater in Miami Beach, Florida. Directed by the acclaimed Director X, director of legendary music videos for such artists as Drake and Rihanna, and starring Trevor Jackson (“Grown-ish”), the film's original soundtrack has been curated and produced by Future, who also produces the film with Joel Silver (The Matrix trilogy, Die Hard).
Former Charlotte Mayor Foxx To Moderate VP Biden's Charlotte Tour Stop
by A.A. Cristi
- May 21, 2018
Vice President Joe Biden today announced a highly-acclaimed group of moderators for the final nine dates of his 39-city American Promise Tour. Former Charlotte Mayor and Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx will join the Vice President for the Charlotte stop of the tour taking place at Belk Theater on June 13th. American journalist Cokie Roberts, New York Times bestselling author Curtis Sittenfeld, and Bestselling Author Celeste Ng will also join the tour as moderators throughout remaining dates of the tour.
William Shatner to Appear Live On Stage for Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan At Ovens Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi
- May 14, 2018
Ovens Auditorium will host William Shatner for a live on-stage conversation and Q&A immediately following a screening of 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan' on Sunday, July 29 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 18 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, at all Ticketmaster outlets or at the Bojangles' Coliseum Box Office located at 2700 E. Independence Blvd. Tickets cost between $41 and $71 (plus applicable service charges) and are subject to change.
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