PRWeb: Art and Entertainment Movies http://www.prweb.com Latest news releases for Art and Entertainment Movies from PRWeb en PRWeb Distribution Newswire http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.jpg http://www.prweb.com 163 51 xml@emediawire.com xml@emediawire.com Ryan Wiik Set to Star in Feature Film Without You http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1222084.htm Director Graeme Clifford Will Direct the $25 Million Drama Written by Wiik (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008)

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]]> Star Wars Creator Lucasfilm Loses IP Case Against London Affiliate of SimmonsCooper Law Firm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1194584.htm Business & commercial litigation firm SimmonsCooper announces a successful verdict in the high-profile English Royal Courts of Justice Intellectual property infringement case against Star Wars creator Lucasfilm. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008)

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]]> FootageBank HD Sees International Sales Triple as Global Market Expands Search Engine Capabilities of Renowned Footage Company Makes It a Clear Leader http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1216424.htm FootageBank HD, the sole footage company specializing in High Definition (HD) content, announced today that its international division has more than tripled in sales in the last 18 months due to the increased demand for worldwide content. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008)

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]]> Sony Launches Nationwide Contest to Find Best Uses of HD Products http://www.prweb.com/releases/sonyvaio/hdnacontest/prweb1225264.htm Sony VAIO Video Contest Begins Today for Chance to Win High Definition Prize Package. Sony Electronics Inc. launches a nationwide video contest to find the best examples of people using high-definition products to express their passions. Starting August 19 through September 15, individuals can submit their entries online at whatsinyourhdna.com. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008)

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]]> "Green Producer" Greg Reitman and Best-Selling Author Josh Tickell to Screen Sundance Award-Winning Documentary "Fields of Fuel" at AREDAY http://www.prweb.com/releases/gregreitman/greenproducer/prweb1224614.htm Hollywood's "Green Producer" Greg Reitman and best-selling author and environmentalist Josh Tickell will screen their documentary "Fields of Fuel" at AREDAY (American Renewable Energy Day), one of the nation's most prestigious events advocating renewable energy solutions to global warming and climate change. Winner of the Sundance 2008 Audience Award, "Fields of Fuel" presents the case for biodiesel as the fastest and most sustainable means to reducing our country's dependence on oil. The film will be shown on Aug. 22, 8 p.m. at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Colo. A lively Q&A with Reitman and Tickell will immediately follow. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008)

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]]> Schneider Group Acquires ISCO http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1222714.htm Strengthens its position in the world lens market for cinema projection, home cinema and industrial applications. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008)

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]]> Hollywood Awards: 10 Actors to Watch http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1225344.htm Hollywood Awards(r) and "Variety" present "10 Actors to Watch" "Variety," the authoritative entertainment industry publication, will present its annual "10 Actors to Watch" lineup of exciting new talents onstage at the Hollywood Awards(r) Gala Ceremony. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008)

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]]> Penélope Cruz to Receive Tribute at IFP's 18th Annual Gotham Awards™ http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1226954.htm Honor for Cruz Signals Official Kick-Off of Film Awards Season. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008)

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]]> Worldwide gifting lounges' producer DPA coming to Toronto to host a spectacular gifting suite during the Toronto Film festival http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1221244.htm Nathalie Dubois-Sissoko and DPA will produce for the first time a gifting lounge, in the Intercontinental Toronto Centre Hotel, during the Toronto Film festival. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008)

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]]> Linda Hunt Joins Cast of The Crooked Eye http://www.prweb.com/releases/film/movies/prweb1045104.htm Academy Award™ winner Linda Hunt (The Year of Living Dangerously) takes on narration duties for the experimental film "The Crooked Eye," due for release in 2009. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008)

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]]> Professional Bee Control Company Makes Protecting the Environment Top Priority http://www.prweb.com/releases/BeeCatchers/Environment/prweb1207124.htm With bee season in full effect, protecting the environment through ecologically safe bee control methods is more important than ever, according to professional and eco-friendly company Bee Catchers. Around the house, a number of techniques can be employed to help preserve our bees and planet. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008)

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]]> Disney Fine Art Live Event: Disney Olympic Art, Jungle Book Art, Disney Pins http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1214084.htm Sanders Art Studio.com, an authorized Disney Fine Art Gallery. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008)

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]]> Sonobuzz Launches Stretch FX Audio Algorithm, Allowing Online Creation of Sound Effects http://www.prweb.com/releases/sound/effects/prweb1215684.htm Sonoport Pte Ltd launches the Stretch FX audio algorithm at Sonobuzz.com, allowing site users to create their own sound effects online. The addition of this technology augments Sonobuzz.com's already extensive library of over 20,000 royalty free sound effects. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008)

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]]> Video Prospector Announces a "Try Before You Buy" Feature for Online Video Spokespersons http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1216264.htm Video Prospector launches revolutionary new "Try Before You Buy" online tool that allows website designers and owners to place Online Video Actors and Web Video Spokespersons of their choice directly onto their own websites. This unique tool is free to use as often as needed, allowing web designers and website owners to view and assess every Video Actor in the portfolio. (PRWeb Aug 17, 2008)

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]]> Adult Costumes and Children's Costumes Make a Scene for The Dark Knight http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1214394.htm Eastern Toys, a leading online seller of toys and Halloween costumes, saw a huge rise in costume sales for the opening of The Dark Knight and has many collectibles and costumes available to meet the continuing demand. (PRWeb Aug 16, 2008)

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]]> Will Spill.Com Cast Rays Of Light On Tropic Thunder? http://www.prweb.com/releases/tropic-thunder-film/spill-movie-review/prweb1214404.htm Spill Crew Releases Movie Review of New Tropic Thunder Action Comedy Film (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008)

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]]> "Buffy The Vampire Slayer," "Friends," "Gilmore Girls" and "All of Us" In "The O.C." On TheWB.com http://www.prweb.com/releases/WB/TV/prweb1216584.htm Site features fan-favorite series, plus a steady stream of originals from top hollywood creators and digital mavens. Interactive mash-up and sharing tools complete TheWB.com fan experience. (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008)

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]]> The Story of Olympic Decathlon Champion Bob Mathias Released on DVD http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1205294.htm In conjunction with the 60th anniversary of Bob Mathias' first Olympic Gold Medal when he was only seventeen years old, Dreamkeeper Films announces the DVD release of 'Bob Mathias: Hometown Hero', a 53- minute documentary to commemorate this great achievement. The film features the last interview given by the two-time Olympic Gold Medallist, who passed away on September 2nd, 2006, after a long battle with cancer. In this film, Mathias tells his own story of coming from humble beginnings in Tulare, CA, quickly becoming a huge sports icon comparable to modern figures such as Michael Phelps , Bret Favre or Tiger Woods. Mathias became the youngest Olympic gold medallist in a track and field event in 1948, when he won the decathlon at seventeen during two miserable days of London fog, turning back the world's best. (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008)

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]]> Spanish Translation Leader Launches Spanish Post Production Division http://www.prweb.com/releases/translation/spanish-post-production/prweb1210004.htm Trusted Translations, Inc., www.trustedtranslations.com, announced the launch of Spanish Post Production www.spanish-post-production.com, a division of the leader in Spanish Translation, dedicated to offering transcription, subtitling, dubbing and Voice Over Services into Spanish. (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008)

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]]> Viriginia Film Festival Helps Modern Day Slavery Victims http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1204664.htm The Redemptive Film Festival, a Virginia Beach based festival, has formed a strategic alliance with the human rights activist agency to use legal means to help to rescue and empower modern day slaves. (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008)

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]]> Story Of 20th Century Icon Billy Graham Comes To The Big Screen In Billy: The Early Years, Releasing Nationwide October 10, 2008 http://www.prweb.com/releases/billygraham/movie/prweb1206354.htm Coinciding with the 90th birthday of Billy Graham, new film captures the heart of the beloved man, the coming-of-age story of 20th century icon Billy Graham will be seen on the big screen this fall through the release of the film Billy: The Early Years. This highly anticipated film will be released theatrically on October 10, 2008 across the country. (PRWeb Aug 13, 2008)

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]]> MyNorth.com Interviews Phil Donahue on New Film "Body of War" & Issues it Raises http://www.prweb.com/releases/mynorth_com/phil_donahue_interview/prweb1171854.htm In a special exclusive for MyNorth.com, the online home of Traverse, Northern Michigan's Magazine, television talkshow host and co-director of the hard-hitting documentary "Body of War" currently gracing screens at the Traverse City Film Fest, Phil Donahue took the time to sit down with our reporters and discuss not only his film, but some of the issues surrounding it. The Phil Donahue interview is available at MyNorth.com. (PRWeb Aug 13, 2008)

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]]> "Enlighten Up!" Documentary For Yoga Lovers and Skeptics to Premier at The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1209204.htm The MFA Film Program is presenting a 5-show engagement of Enlighten Up!, September 12-14, Boston-based filmmaker Kate Churchill's irreverent look at the world of yoga through the eyes of novice practitioner and skeptic, New York City journalist Nick Rosen. Director Kate Churchill will be present at all five screenings and star Nick Rosen will be present on Sept 12, Sept. 13, and at Sun. 14 morning screening. A reception follows the opening night show on Sept 12. (PRWeb Aug 13, 2008)

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]]> Make history at Red Rocks with Swallow Hill and the Denver Film Society as they prepare to break record for the World's Largest Guitar Lesson http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1072714.htm WHAT: World's Largest Guitar Lesson and the film, ZoolanderWHEN: Monday, August 18. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with guitar lesson starting at 7 p.m.WHERE: Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO 80465TICKETS: Advance $10; Day of $12.INFO: www.swallowhillmusic.org and www.denverfilm.org BOX OFFICE: Film on the Rocks tickets are also available in advance at http://ticketswest.com, any King Soopers or by calling (866) 464-2626. (PRWeb Aug 13, 2008)

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]]> Amrazzi.com Turns Amateur Photographers into Real Live Paparazzi! http://www.prweb.com/releases/celebrity/photos/prweb1198494.htm A new 2.0 website is the first of its kind to allow users to post their own celebrity photos and have users rank, comment, and vote on the snapshots to create a fully interactive and user-controlled experience. And with any luck, the photo might just be purchased by a major publication! (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> MAXON Delivers Fully-Loaded CINEMA 4D R11; Raises Bar for 3D Animation Excellence http://www.prweb.com/releases/3D_Animation/Rendering/prweb1191964.htm Next Generation Product Suite Offers Non-Linear Animation, a Boost in Rendering Speed and Quality, Including Re-Engineered Global Illumination, and the Highly Anticipated Projection Man Matte Painting System (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> 2nd Annual Ruff Cutz Indie Film Conference Creates New Opportunities http://www.prweb.com/releases/ruff-cutz-indie/film-conference/prweb1199444.htm The 2nd Annual Ruff Cutz Indie Film Conference will be presented in Boston, Massachusetts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday November 14, 15, 16, 2008. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> Maritime Marvel SS United States Sets Sail in New Documentary Now on DVD http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1194984.htm Choices, Inc., a documentary distribution company, announces the release of "SS United States: Lady in Waiting" on DVD. The acclaimed documentary documents the history and current conservation efforts underway for one of the greatest U.S. luxury ocean liners ever built. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> 2008 DRIVE-IN Film Festival Announces its Inaugural Year http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1197094.htm The DRIVE-IN Film Festival will take place August 23-September 23, 2008. The goal of the DRIVE-IN Film Festival is to help independent filmmakers reach a broad audience, including the smaller towns across America. Another, more prominent goal is to keep the drive-in tradition alive. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> Greenblock ICF Wall Fire Resistance Rating Ideal for Commercial Construction http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1197514.htm Greenblock 6-inch Insulated Concrete Form wall assembly receives 4-hour fire resistance rating (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> Paragon Pictures Inc. Announce their First Strategic Collaboration on the Acquisition of the Multi-Award Winning HD Feature Film 'Mojave Phone Booth' http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1198194.htm Paragon Pictures Inc. and Westlake Entertainment Inc. have joined forces in the strategic acquisition of this multi- award winning HD feature film "Mojave Phone Booth". The companies have acquired exclusive rights to distribute the film and will split responsibility for the worldwide release. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> Ascent Media Invests in Lab Services With State-of-the-Art Facility and New Appointment http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1203444.htm Ascent Media has announced the forthcoming opening of an updated, state-of-the-art laboratory in the heart of Soho. Soho Film Labs constitutes a major strategic investment on behalf of Ascent Media, and confirms the group’s continued commitment to film and film restoration. The new facility will open its doors under new branding, officially on 4 August. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008)

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]]> Brands are Playing a Supporting Role in 2008 Toronto International Film Festival http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1190284.htm FTWK, a Canadian boutique agency, has been working all year placing and managing their clients' products for hits soon to be premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), including "Adoration", "Blindness", and "One Week". Brands need to be innovative and find fresh premises to reach viewers. Product Placement is an exciting new way to reach an audience and demonstrate the benefits of a brand, while at the same time adding authenticity to the story. (PRWeb Aug 11, 2008)

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]]> Briabe Media Launches SingleHand SMS Movie Engage, Mobile Marketing Toolset for Movie Promotions http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1190814.htm Briabe Media today announced the launch of its Single-Hand SMS Movie Engage offering. Single-Hand SMS Movie Engage is a comprehensive mobile marketing suite designed specifically for movie marketing and engaging consumers when they are on the go. (PRWeb Aug 11, 2008)

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]]> New Breed Entertainment Announces Feature Film on the Stress of Dating in Hollywood http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1191364.htm Tatyana Ali, Wesley Jonathan, Essence Atkins and Erica Hubbard attached to star in new romantic comedy, The Misguided Adventures of Three Brothers Dating in Hollywood. (PRWeb Aug 11, 2008)

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]]> 2008 Green Summer & Good People Film and Video Contest http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1193584.htm Film & video contest in order to promote the good things that people are doing for our Earth and its people (PRWeb Aug 10, 2008)

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]]> Industry Screening of ANGLE at Raleigh Studios, Hollywood, CA, Tuesday August 12th, 2008 http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1195244.htm Illumination Light Productions presents a new short film Angle, written and produced by Jacqueline Ann Finch and Dwayne Ladd, cast Jacqueline Ann Finch, Jens Kohler, directed by Rick Walls, Director of Photography Dave Selle, Editor George Papauashvili, special effects Michael Legge and now being considered for the British Academy Short Film Festival at the Pickford Theatre, Raleigh Studios, Hollywood, Tuesday August 12th at 7 p.m. (PRWeb Aug 10, 2008)

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]]> Artist List for 2008 Visual Amalgam Film Industry Art Show Announced http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1190174.htm The 2008 Visual Amalgam Show organizers announce the artist list for the one night only fine art show at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica, October 5th, 2008. The show features a collection of personal artwork created by film industry professionals. (PRWeb Aug 9, 2008)

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]]> Blu-rayOutlet.com Offered for Sale http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1189414.htm Now that the high definition DVD format war is over and Blu-ray is victorious, web publisher James Moore is offering the domain name Blu-rayOutlet.com for sale. (PRWeb Aug 9, 2008)

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]]> "Seeking Happily Ever After" Ball on Thursday 8/14/08 http://www.prweb.com/releases/Fundraising/Ball/prweb1191934.htm One generation's struggle to redefine the Fairytale! Single Women are Re-Writing the Rules for Love, Marriage & Success. Fundraising Ball in Beverly Hills on Thursday 8/14/08 to help with completion of documentary "Seeking Happily Ever After." (PRWeb Aug 8, 2008)

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