Monthly Archives: June 2009

10th Annual Ojai-Ventura Film Festival

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Rene Carson

The Ojai Film Festival is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the art of the motion picture through the presentation of an annual multi day festival in which films and videos submitted by filmmakers throughout the world are … Continue reading →

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12th Annual Indie Memphis Film Festival

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Rene Carson

Indie Memphis connects and inspires indie filmmakers through the unique creative landscape that is the home of the Blues and the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll. The Festival serves as a connecting point for regional filmmakers from all corners of … Continue reading →

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IMAX version of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen has exclusive fight scenes

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Rene Carson

AICN reports that MIchael Bay has an extended cut of Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen exclusively for IMAX theaters. The IMAX cut has more robot fighting, and marks the first time 4k rendered character animation has been shot on … Continue reading →

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James Cameron joins Heavy Metal reboot

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

The new Heavy Metal anthology film has added James Cameron as a segment director, according to an interview with Kevin Eastman on Film School Rejects.

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Images from the thriller Black Death online

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

Images of Sean Bean and other cast members of a project shooting in Germany called Black Death, have gone up on a Sean Bean fansite called Bean Land. Black Death is described as a mystery/thriller set during the first outbreak … Continue reading →

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Twilight Saga: New Moon, Peter Jackson and James Cameron’s Avatar circling 40th Comic-Con International

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Peter Jackson, who’s finishing up the horror film The Lovely Bones and James Cameron’s epic sci-fi movie Avatar, are purported to be among the highlights of this summer’s 40th Anniversary edition of Comic-Con International in … Continue reading →

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Ridley Scott announces Purefold – a web series inspired by Blade Runner

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

Director Ridley Scott (Blade Runner) recently announced that a new division of his production company RSA Films, called Ag8, is working on a web video series called Purefold, set in a Blade Runner-themed dystopian future, according to The New York … Continue reading →

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Photos of Worthington as Perseus in Clash of the Titans

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

Warner Brothers has released images of Sam Worthington as Perseus in the upcoming Clash of the Titans remake, which originally appeared in Empire and Entertainment Weekly.

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6th Annual Bahamas International Film Festival

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

The 6th Annual Bahamas International Film Festival presents a spectacular slate of international indies alongside studio releases, set amidst the breathtaking Bahamian Isles. Dates: December 10 to 17, 2009 Location: Nassau, Paradise Island, Bahamas Find out more about this event … Continue reading →

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16th Annual Chicago Underground Film Festival

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

The 16th Annual Chicago Underground Film Festival (CUFF) is an internationally recognized Windy City showcase of avant-garde, documentary, and cult cinema, promoting adventurous films that experiment in form, technique, or content and that transcend expectations. Dates: September 10 to 13, … Continue reading →

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4th Annual Central Florida Film Festival

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

The 4th Annual Central Florida Film Festival (CENFLO) was established to showcase and support independent films, as well as to foster a national awareness of the plethora of production resources available around Central Florida. To this end, the Orland-based CENFLO … Continue reading →

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Naperville Independent Film Festival 2009

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

The Naperville Independent Film Festival (NIFF) is an innovative and ambitious festival taking place just outside of Chicago, in beautiful Naperville, Illinois. NIFF is already on its way to becoming an important event. Dates: September 19 to 26, 2009 Location: … Continue reading →

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Gallery exhibit for Bob Peak, the Father of Modern Hollywood Movie Posters

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Rene Carson

One of the most imaginative and prolific illustrators of the 20th century, Bob Peak revolutionized advertising in the film industry and is considered the “father of the modern movie poster.” There is an exhibit of his poster art at Gallery … Continue reading →

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R.I.P. Mr. Han Man

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Rene Carson

For those of you who don’t already know, Shih Kien, best known internationally for his role as Han in Bruce Lee’s epic martial arts film Enter the Dragon, died on Thursday of kidney failure at the age of 96. While … Continue reading →

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Win one of five copies of the award-winning indie comedy Ibid

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Rene Carson

On June 9th, Indiepix Films will release the SWSX Official Selection IBID, on DVD. IBID was produced by award-winning producer Heather Rae, who recently took home the Producer’s Award at the 2009 Independent Spirit Awards for Ibid and Frozen River. … Continue reading →

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Star Trek’s new Captain Kirk Chris Pine circling Unstoppable action thriller with Denzel Washington

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Rene Carson

Chris Pine – who just came off a star-making performance in Star Trek – is in negotiations to star opposite Denzel Washington in Fox’s action thriller Unstoppable, which Tony Scott is directing, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Unstoppable revolves around … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam: David Carradine

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Rene Carson

In many ways, it’s been a trying week for me. Things just got worse when I heard the tragic news of Cult Cinema Icon David Carradine’s passing. David will be the first in my new series of profiles of actors, … Continue reading →

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Behind-the-scenes interview video for Twilight Saga: New Moon now online

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

A behind-the-scenes video on the making of The Twilight Saga: New Moon has been posted into an online widget, courtesy of Access Hollywood. The video features interviews with stars Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart, and also discusses Lautner’s transformation into … Continue reading →

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Disney exclusive fan Expo to preview movies, TV shows and new theme park attractions

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

Disney will preview its upcoming movies, TV shows, park experiences and collectibles at the first-ever D23 Expo, to be held at the Anaheim Convention Center, on September 10-13, 2009, according to Sci-Fi Wire. Below is the press release for the … Continue reading →

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First look at Josh Brolin’s Jonah Hex snarl

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

Lainey Gossip has posted the first images of Josh Brolin as Jonah Hex. Jonah Hex is being directed by Jimmy Hayward (Horton Hears a Who!…yeah I know) and is based on the DC Comic. The film also stars John Malkovich, … Continue reading →

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Trailer for David Twohy’s horror A Perfect Getaway

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

A Perfect Getaway revolves around two couples – played by SteveZahn & Milla Jovovich and Timothy Olyphant & Kiele Sanchez – on a Hawaiian vacation, that discover psychopaths are stalking and murdering tourists in the beautiful vacation spot. Pitch Black … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of The Pink Panther 2 on DVD

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

On June 23rd, 2009, Fox Home Entertainment will release The Pink Panther 2 on DVD and Blu-ray. Steve Martin returns as the one and only Inspector Jacques Clouseau, surrounded by an all-star cast including John Cleese (Rat Race), Andy Garcia … Continue reading →

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Win cash prizes in The Cellphone Art Contest

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

The Cellphone Art Contest challenges your imagination by giving you the following ingredients to make a one-minute movie: A video-enabled cell phone (or you can use your own) A surprise topic given out by Christopher Coppola before the contest begins … Continue reading →

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Séraphine opens in New York and L.A. this week

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

Séraphine, the new film from French director Martin Provost, and starring renowned French actress Yolande Moreau, recently swept the César awards with seven wins including Best Film, Best Actress, Best Screenplay and Best Music. The film opens in New York … Continue reading →

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Writer attached to Total Recall remake

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Rene Carson

Get ready for a surprise! Columbia Pictures has tapped Kurt Wimmer – who wrote and directed Equilibrium and Ultraviolet, and is rumored to be attached to helm the Metal Gear Solid adaptation – to pen a new version of Total … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of the Luc Besson-produced environmental documentary Home

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Rene Carson

This Friday, June 5th, the Luc Besson-produced, Glenn Close-narrated environmental documentary Home, will be released on DVD and Blu-ray, specially timed to coincide with World Environment Day, as the first-time ever simultaneous, worldwide, all format release. To celebrate the release … Continue reading →

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Commffest Community Film Festival 2009

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Maria F Carson

Commffest aims to provide a venue for showcasing films which express issues and promote exchange to enthusiastic audiences for the reality of today, visions of tomorrow and memories from the past. Date: September 17 to 20, 2009 Location: Toronto, Ontario … Continue reading →

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San Diego Film Festival 2009

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Maria F Carson

As the steward of independent film in America’s eighth largest city, the San Diego Film Foundation, an educational 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, is here to educate, inspire and encourage others to experience new ideas through film. Co-founded by an award-winning … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island International Film Festival 2009

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Maria F Carson

The Rhode Island International Film Festival is dedicated to creating opportunities for artistic exchange, recognizing achievement and innovation in storytelling, and encouraging film preservation and restoration. RIIFF grants over $50,000 USD in cash and prizes to winning filmmakers, including software, … Continue reading →

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Dragon-Con Independent Short Film Festival 2009

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Maria F Carson

Dragon-Con Independent Short Film Festival is a four-day event of screenings and panels, with directors, producers, writers, actors, and SFX & Makeup artists all sharing their expertise. The Festival is part of Dragon-Con, America’s largest annual multi-media popular arts convention. … Continue reading →

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