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What Makes a Teacher a Hero? Find Out in ‘Kling: A Teacher Who Defied The System’

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Demetrius Matthews’ documentary celebrates a remarkable educator who changed the lives of students in Chicago’s West Side during the 1980s. Coming soon to Amazon Prime.

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May 10, 2022

LOS ANGELES, May 10, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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Teachers are treasured members of society, but it is truly special educators who change the lives of their students. One such outstanding teacher is Thomas Kling, who saved dozens of students from a life of violence and poverty through the power of education, and his story is brought to life in Legacy Media’s inspiring new documentary Kling: A Teacher Who Defied The System.

Demetrius Matthew’s debut film upholds the legacy of beloved Chicago teacher Thomas Kling and his dedication to making a difference in the community. Featuring interviews with Kling himself and the very students he changed the lives of, this film is an inspiring tribute to an incredible educator and to the hard work that the teachers of America do every day — something which has been made even more apparent during the pandemic. Kling: A Teacher Who Defied The System is available soon on Amazon Prime and Tubi.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/ZZ1xZiirBW0

Premiering in October 2021 at the Twin Cities Film Festival, Kling is a moving snapshot of Chicago’s West Side in the 1980s. The film offers an authentic perspective with its historical footage and first-hand accounts of growing up in a time when the future was uncertain for children from disadvantaged families.

Demetrius Matthews describes his film as a love story; a love story between a teacher and his students.

“Education is a battle. Being a teacher is a battle,” says Matthews. “Mr. Kling risked everything to give me and so many other students a chance to attend high school and be successful in life. I honestly believe I wouldn’t be where I am today without him, and this film is incredibly important to me. It’s an honor to share Mr. Kling’s story with the world.”

Synopsis

A great teacher can educate, empower and uplift. “Kling: A Teacher Who Defied The System” is a tribute to one such extraordinary educator. In the West Side of Chicago in the mid-80s, 33-year-old Thomas Kling vowed to transform the lives of dozens of students lost in the pressure cooker of drugs and racism. His profound and lasting impact now shines in a documentary created by the very lives he saved.

For more information, please visit https://legacymediallc.com/.

Source: Legacy Media

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May 10, 2022
New Film, Bit X Bit: In Bitcoin We Trust Gives Insider’s View Into the Futuristic World of Bitcoin and Its Secrets

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updated: Jun 4, 2019

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 4, 2019 (Newswire.com)
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A new Bitcoin documentary, “Bit x Bit: In Bitcoin We Trust,” takes an in-depth look at the beginnings and development of what has become a widespread global advance in digital commerce. The third film from director David Foox, which is currently available on iTunes and a list of other platforms (see www.bitxbitmovie.com for more listings), aims to educate everyone about a new value transfer system based on blockchain technology, an innovative technology revolutionizing the world.

“The journey led me and my filmmaking team to travel to 18 cities interviewing the futurists making Bitcoin a reality. What I discovered filled me with hope that our world will change, and I wanted to contribute to this epic transformation,” said David Foox.

This film tells the story of the emerging technology from its conception in the 2008 Satoshi Nakamoto whitepaper, “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System,” through Bitcoin’s successes and setbacks defined by the explorers who blazed the trail from early 2014 to the beginning of its integration in 2018. With so many willing participants looking to utilize and build related value around this technology, it has touched everything from startups to some of the largest financial institutions in the world and shows no signs of slowing down the possibilities for its adoption.

With predictions from the Winklevoss twins, the infamous “Bitcoin Billionaires” who reportedly held talks with Mark Zuckerberg about Facebook’s newly announced “GLOBALCOIN” cryptocurrency slated for 2020 — and through interviews highlighting the passion and intrigue expressed by the futurists and pioneers building these new systems, such as Andreas Antonopolous, Nolan Bushnell, Marshall Long, Pamela Morgan, Peter Todd, and many others — Bit x Bit: In Bitcoin We Trust stays true to its vision: “Futurists enlightening the minds of the many for the acceptance of a digital value exchange system focused on prosperity and transforming our world.”

These predictions and already some companies have already started to see the substantial value and increased investment paying off. A recent Bloomberg article showcased the historic investments and returns coming from Block.one, a cryptocurrency startup led by billionaire Peter Thiel. With these kinds of potential returns and a number of creative minds driving potential future investment in the space, the future is looking bright.

Media Contact:

David Foox, Independent Filmmaker
bitxbitmovie@gmail.com

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR:

David Foox began his journey into the making of “Bit x Bit: In Bitcoin We Trust” in January 2014 at the Sundance Film Festival, where he was celebrating an earlier successful film project – “Love Child.” In the production of “Love Child,” his eyes were opened to the effects of technology on the collective consciousness in ways that defied humanity. Therefore, when introduced to Bitcoin by friends who used the new digital technology to arrange airfare and hotel accommodations to attend the festival – David was fascinated. This simple encounter became the driving force behind David’s desire to create a film that brings the topic to a broad audience and perhaps even to those that will play a part in its future.

About Gravitas Ventures

Gravitas Ventures, a Red Arrow Studios company, is a leading all rights distributor of independent feature films and documentaries. Founded in 2006, Gravitas connects independent filmmakers and producers with distribution opportunities across the globe. Working with talented directors and producers, Gravitas Ventures has distributed thousands of films into over a hundred million homes in North America or over one billion homes worldwide.

About Red Arrow Studios

Red Arrow Studios is one of the world’s leading creators and distributors of entertainment content. Red Arrow Studios is comprised of 20 production companies in seven territories, including 10 companies based in the United States; world-leading multi-platform digital network Studio71, based in six countries; and global film and TV distributors Red Arrow Studios International and Gravitas Ventures. The group’s significant output includes scripted, non-scripted and formatted content and IP, from TV and film to short-form and branded content, made for an array of global networks and platforms. Red Arrow Studios is part of ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, one of Europe’s leading media groups.

URL: https://bitxbitmovie.com

Bit x Bit: In Bitcoin We Trust is the third movie by David Foox and has been released with the support of Gravitas Ventures. It is currently available for download on iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/bit-x-bit-in-bitcoin-we-trust/id1457252026

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June 4, 2019
Air Bud Entertainment Announces Major Partnerships With Newest Film ‘PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS’

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Coming to Netflix and Digital HD Nov. 20, Creating Millions of Consumer Impressions

LOS ANGELES, November 13, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Air Bud Entertainment, the proud creators of beloved family entertainment, including “Air Bud” and “Disney Air Buddies,” announces their promotional campaign for “PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS,” the fourth addition to the hugely popular PUP STAR live-action film franchise. The campaign includes Extended Stay America’s “25 Days of Holiday Cheer” Giveaway and #SantaChat on Twitter; VCA Animal Hospitals’ Holiday Photo Contest; Dogsters® Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs’ customized feeding mat offer; and Old Mother Hubbard Natural Dog Treats’ retail exposure.

The following provides details about each campaign:

Extended Stay America (ESA) “25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS” GIVEAWAY AND #SANTACHAT

ESA, the largest extended stay hotel chain nationwide, will create a multi-faceted campaign promoting PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS and their pet-friendly hotels. Beginning Nov. 30,two exciting PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS campaigns will begin: one on Twitter where consumers will chat with Santa for a chance to win prizes (registration begins Nov. 19) and the other where consumers can enter daily, from Nov. 30 through Dec. 24, for a chance to win pup-tastic toys. Both campaigns will include toys and promotional support from ESA’s partners – Hasbro’s furReal brand, Radio Flyer, Hape toys and Basic Fun!’s K’NEX brand. ESA’s entry page, esa.com/cheer, provides details about the giveaways and features a PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS custom contest video.

ESA will promote the contest on elevator posters in all 600-plus hotels, Extended Perks email blasts to two million active members, their Wi-Fi landing page, social media and PR. ESA also sponsored a movie screening near their headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, which tied into The Humane Society of Charlotte’s relief efforts for displaced pets due to Hurricane Florence.

VCA Animal Hospitals Holiday Photo Contest

VCA Animal Hospitals, the largest family of animal care providers nationwide operating over 800 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada, will host a holiday photo contest in conjunction with the release of PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS. Ten winners will receive $100 worth of their favorite dog stuffed animals from Melissa & Doug, who will also support the contest in their newsletters and social media.

The contest will be promoted on counter cards and posters in hospitals, email blasts to their more than one million pet parents, a custom PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS contest video, social media and VCA’s website. VCA will also sponsor the movie screening near their headquarters in Los Angeles.

Dogsters® Ice Cream Treats for Dogs Free Travel Dog Bowl Offer

J&J Snack Foods Corp.’s Dogsters® Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs will offer free Dogsters®/PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS food and water mats for pets. They will promote the offer through a Macaroni Kid influencer campaign running across 150 local newsletters and social media posts nationwide generating over one million impressions, as well as Dogsters®’ newsletters, social media and homepage rotator.

Old Mother Hubbard Natural Dog Treats

Old Mother Hubbard is integrating PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS into various marketing materials including stickers on Jingle Jangle natural dog treats and Old Mother Hubbard Classic Biscuits, and shelf talkers displayed in pet specialty stores. Old Mother Hubbard will also promote the film on social media and on their website homepage.

Official Film Synopsis

From the world of PUP STAR and the creators of AIR BUD and AIR BUDDIES, comes a new holiday treat for the whole family, PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS. The family just got bigger as newlyweds Tiny and P.U.P. are spending their first Christmas with their new pups: CINDY, ROSIE, CHARLIE and BRODY. Unfortunately, the pups are more interested in getting gifts than enjoying a holiday with their family. To show what Christmas means to them, Tiny and P.U.P. plan a “Pup Star Christmas Special,” showcasing their new family, pup-tastic songs and a magical appearance of Santa and his reindeer.

But, little do they know, Bark and his mean team of Kano, Roland and Julio, have a new scheme to disrupt Pup Star and steal Christmas. They hijack Santa and the North Pole for their own personal gain. With Roland acting as the new Santa and Bark forcing people to pay for Santa’s goodwill, the holiday spirit is at an all-time low. When the pups find themselves in the North Pole, it’s up to them to save not only the Pup Star special but the Christmas spirit itself and discover the true meaning of the holiday. PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS is a fun, grand musical adventure, filled with singing pups, new songs and a story filled with cheer and surprises.

About Extended Stay America

Extended Stay America Inc. (“ESA”) and its brand Extended Stay America® is the leading brand in the mid-priced extended stay segment in the U.S with 627 hotels, with approximately twice as many rooms as its nearest competitor. ESA’s subsidiary ESH Hospitality Inc. (“ESH”) is the largest lodging REIT in North America by unit and room count, with 568 hotels and approximately 62,300 rooms in the U.S. ESA also manages or franchises an additional 59 Extended Stay America® hotels. Visit www.esa.com for more information.

About VCA Inc.

VCA is a leading provider of pet health care services in North America. Through VCA Animal Hospitals, VCA operates the largest network of free-standing companion animal veterinary hospitals in the United States and Canada, while its Antech Diagnostics division operates the preeminent network of veterinary-exclusive clinical laboratories in North America, servicing all 50 states and Canada. VCA also supplies diagnostic imaging equipment to the veterinary industry through its Sound™ division and through Camp Bow Wow franchises, a premier provider of pet services including dog daycare, overnight boarding, grooming and other ancillary services at specially designed pet care facilities.

About VCA Animal Hospitals

VCA Animal Hospitals, part of the VCA family of companies, operates more than 800 companion animal veterinary hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. VCA hospitals are staffed by more than 4,700 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians to give pets the very best in medical care. With over 525 board-certified specialists who are experts in areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency and critical care, and surgery, VCA Animal Hospitals provides not only a full range of general practice services to keep pets well but specialized treatments for when pets are ill. For more information, visit vcahospitals.com or follow on Twitter @vcapethealth and facebook.com/VCAAnimalHospitals/.

About Dogsters®

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is a leader and innovator in the snack food industry providing nutritional and affordable branded niche snack foods and beverages. Dogsters® Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs, in Peanut Butter and Cheese and Mint Kissably flavors, is a premium snack for every dog.

About Old Mother Hubbard

Since 1926, Old Mother Hubbard has used the same simple methods to bake their snacks for dogs. Each home-style recipe is carefully crafted from wholesome ingredients that allow dog owners to feel good about giving their dogs a reward that is healthy and heartfelt.

About Air Bud Entertainment

Air Bud Entertainment is the premium brand for live-action family movies and TV series. The company has created over 22 family movies and five movie franchises that are licensed around the globe including the five Air Bud movies; seven Air Buddies movies with two Santa Paws movies in partnership with Disney, along with the new four-movie Pup Star franchise for Netflix. ABE also recently announced its new series Puppy Prep Academy with Disney Channel in the U.S.

Air Bud Entertainment is a fully integrated studio that produces all aspects of the creative and production process, including writing, directing, producing, post-production and visual effects. The company also markets and licenses its movie franchise/series directly. Air Bud Entertainment is based in Malibu, California, and its studios are in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Visit and subscribe to http://www.AIRBUD.com and ABE YouTube.

Those interested in future partnerships with Air Bud Entertainment, please contact:

Karen Star
Stellar Marketing
kstar@stellarmktg.com
508-331-7242

For press information, please contact:

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Source: Air Bud Entertainment

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November 13, 2018
Mother Teresa Biopic Honored With Rare Re-Release in Theaters

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Social Impact Film Company Brings “The Letters” to Select Theaters on the Anniversary of Mother Teresa’s Canonization — September 4, 2018

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updated: Jul 5, 2018

AUSTIN, Texas, July 5, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Rarely does the public witness a cinematic re-release of a Hollywood movie. To be granted such an opportunity, a film must qualify for a number of “special circumstances.”

“The Letters” was predicted to reel in high box office numbers upon its release in December 2015. An epic biopic about Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, best known to the world as Mother Teresa, the film won multiple top awards in film festivals across the globe. This includes Best Picture and Audience Choice Award at the Sedona International Film Festival, and Best Director and Best Actress at the International Catholic Film Festival in Vatican City.

However, things took a turn when the film encountered what distributors would later call “unexpected circumstances and unusually bad timing.” Two days before “The Letters” released in theaters nationwide, the San Bernardino terrorist attack took place. News outlets warned the public to stay away from facilities such as movie theaters –resulting in dismal box office results for all films released that weekend.

Despite low box office results, “The Letters” earned impressive sales numbers in both international markets and the home entertainment market. The film also received high marks from the public on the popular streaming site, Netflix.

These results garnered the attention of Alan J. Elias, Chief Executive Officer of OnBuzz, who found the film worthy of re-release in the U.S. OnBuzz’s unique distribution model is unlike any other in Hollywood, and the results speak for themselves. OnBuzz plans to re-release “The Letters” on September 4, 2018, to celebrate the second anniversary of Mother Teresa’s canonization.

To avoid any similar effect on this re-release, social impact film company, OnBuzz, will utilize their unique Social Impact Strategy to market to the film’s target audience — churchgoers. OnBuzz will implement interactive kiosks in churches and mega-churches across the nation. The kiosks have proven to drive up social media shares, increasing the network of potential audience members which, in turn, drives up ticket sales. In addition, the company will tap into the same network of churches and churchgoers for the OnBuzz distributed film, Tortured for Christ, which became the most successful independent film in the nation for a one-day theatrical event during the week of its release.

Social Impact is at the heart of OnBuzz’s unique strategy. A portion of ticket sales will support Mully Children’s Family, Charles Mully’s nonprofit that cares for orphaned and vulnerable children in communities throughout Kenya. Considered by many to be a modern-day Mother Teresa, Mully created his nonprofit out of his experience as an orphaned child. By connecting “The Letters” and “Mully,” OnBuzz highlights Mother Teresa’s life work and simultaneously raises awareness and donations for Mully’s children’s charity.

It is said that “it’s not over ’til it’s over” and with “The Letters,” it seems that it is not over yet. Stay tuned for more “buzz” as OnBuzz prepares to release “The Letters” this September.

OnBuzz is an end-to-end film financing, production, distribution, and marketing firm focused on sustainable filmmaking.

If you would like more information, please contact OnBuzz at info@onbuzz.com or +1 (512) 968-3809.

Source: OnBuzz

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July 5, 2018
Christian Film Beats the Odds, Tops Box Office Charts Using Unique Social Impact Strategy

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updated: Jul 3, 2018

AUSTIN, Texas, July 3, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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“Tortured for Christ,” an independent faith-based film, relays the true story of Romanian Pastor Richard Wurmbrand and the 14 years he spent in a Communist prison enduring torture and persecution for his Christian faith. The film was produced by Wurmbrand’s nonprofit organization, The Voice of the Martyrs, to honor the 50th anniversary of the pastor’s international best-selling book that recounted his persecution, also titled “Tortured for Christ.”

In the week of March 5, 2018, “Tortured for Christ” earned its spot as the most successful independent film in the nation for a one-day theatrical event. With 477 screening events held in theaters and churches nationwide and 62,644 single tickets pre-sold for a Monday night premiere, “Tortured for Christ” generated $783,300 in revenue and surpassed all competing major film studios. The film’s unsuspecting box office success was made possible by OnBuzz’s unique Social Impact Strategy.

OnBuzz, an Austin-based social impact film company, utilized Data-Driven Marketing to yield high ticket sales by tapping into resources provided by The Voice of the Martyrs. OnBuzz accessed target audiences currently involved in the “Tortured for Christ” brand, contact the organization’s supporters and individuals personally influenced by Wurmbrand.

Tracking the received data allowed OnBuzz to organize theater and church screenings in zip codes with the highest volume of VOM supporters. Ticket sales occurred in advance, and screenings were not greenlit until the desired threshold was met thus reducing costs and eliminating the risk of low audience capacity. This method successfully encouraged ticket holders to share screening events through social media platforms, increasing potential audience networks, which resulted in an influx of ticket sales.

Emphasizing the social impact potential of “Tortured for Christ” appeals to Christians and Christian communities seeking deeper discussion while raising awareness around religious persecution. In addition to receiving a copy of Wurmbrand’s book with each ticket order, a portion of ticket proceeds are used to help persecuted Christians around the world. According to a 2017 report released by the Pew Research Center, Christians fall victim to government restrictions and social hostilities in 64.65% of countries around the globe.

The effectiveness of the Social Impact Strategy outlasts the film’s premiere; 640 “Tortured for Christ” screenings have taken place across the country to date with more events scheduled daily. OnBuzz continuously seeks more faith and family content to market using their innovative strategy. They see these films as more than just movies but as movements.

OnBuzz is an end-to-end film financing, production, distribution, and marketing firm focused on sustainable filmmaking.

If you would like more information, please contact OnBuzz at info@onbuzz.com or +1 (512) 968-3809.

Source: OnBuzz

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July 3, 2018
Vision Films Presents the Romantic Culinary Delight Perfect for Valentines Day, OFF the MENU

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updated: Jan 18, 2018

Hollywood, CA, January 18, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Vision Films and Jay Silverman Productions are proud to present this charming romantic comedy about finding love where you least expect: Off The Menu. Directed by Jay Silverman and shot on location in New Mexico, this enticing film with its delectable cuisine is a delightful celebration of the relationship between culture and food and it’s wondrous power to bring people together.

Starring Dania Ramirez (Once Upon A Time, Devious Maids), Santino Fontana (Frozen, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Makenzie Moss (Steve Jobs, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation), Maria Conchita Alonso (The Running Man, Predator 2), Kristen Dalton (The Departed, Jack Reacher), Andrew Carter (2 Broke Girls, New Girl), and Jen Lilley (A Dash of Love, Days of Our Lives), Off The Menu will will make its World Premiere at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Thursday, February 1, with an encore screening on Saturday, February 3. It will also be featured at the 2018 Santa Fe Film Festival on February 8, 2018.

Off The Menu will be available February 6 on Digital for an SRP $4.99 – $9.99 Rent or Buy across all platforms and to Buy on DVD for $14.95.

When the unlikely heir to a Mexican fast food franchise, Joel (Santino Fontana) reluctantly accepts a mission to find new ideas for their menu in New Mexico, he find himself in a small, dusty town where foodies travel from all over to salivate over the culinary treats of a local, authentic, and feisty female chef, Javiera (Dania Ramirez). Opposites attract in this sweet and romantic story about food, family, and love.

Director Jay Silverman says “When my team and I began developing Off The Menu, I was inspired by Michael Pollan’s novel The Omnivore’s Dilemma to show how huge a role that food plays in all our lives,” says director and executive producer Jay Silverman. “Joel’s family owns one of America’s largest fast-food chains, while our Chef Javiera has a farm-to-table approach to her melt-in-your-mouth-good cooking. This cultural detail was central to our story, and enabled our characters romantic journey to begin”.

Producer Bethany Cerrona says “We are very proud that the CAST was over 50% female and Hispanic, which made for a more inclusive experience and authentic story that audiences will be sure to fall in love with.”

Lise Romanoff, Managing Director/ CEO Vision Films says, “The tagline: ‘The secret ingredient is love’, says it all! Dania Ramirez not only charms her co-star Santino Fontana, the audience will be captivated as well.”

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ABOUT VISION FILMS:

Vision Films is an Independent Worldwide Distributor and VOD Aggregator of over 800 Feature Films, Documentaries and Music Programs from some of the most prolific independent film producers in the world. Led by Lise Romanoff, Managing Director/CEO Worldwide Distribution, Vision Films releases 2-4 films a month, across Theatrical, VOD, DVD, and television. www.visionfilms.net

ABOUT JAY SILVERMAN PRODUCTIONS:

Jay Silverman Productions specializes in producing Television and Film. Founded in 1980 by award-winning director and photographer Jay Silverman, Jay Silverman Productions strives to be on the cutting edge of this ever-evolving industry with the creation of A&E’s “The Cleaner” and the Award Winning Film “Girl On The Edge”.

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We are excited to present Off The Menu for review, and editorial inclusion. Review links are available; request yours today!

PRESS CONTACTS:

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January 18, 2018
KAFFNY Infinite Cinema 2017 Returns to Willamsburg Brooklyn for 11th Year on Saturday October 14th *Featuring Free Fashion Film Screening*
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‘Korean American Film Festival New York’ explores the infinite connections between cultures through food, fashion, migration and cinema
NEW YORK, New York, October 9, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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KAFFNY Infinite Cinema will return to New York City for the 11th year on Saturday, Oct. 14. Held at the Brooklyn hotspot The Wythe Hotel Cinema from 1:00 p.m. until Midnight 12:00 a.m., the annual event will celebrate some of the most promising indie filmmakers of different cultures from around the world.

This year, five distinct blocks of programming will approach the topic of Infinite Culture through specific lenses: INFINITE FOOD CONNECTION, INFINITE FASHION CONNECTION, WORLDWIDE KOREAN CONNECTION, INFINITE MIGRATION CONNECTION, and CRAZY, RICH ASIAN AMERICANS. Alongside the screening of 25 short films and two feature-length films, the audience will also get the opportunities to engage in meaningful discussions with the filmmakers during the moderated panel discussions.

The past ten years of experience in telling Korean American stories helped KAFFNY to identify and find commonality with other stories at the intersection of all cultures. We are ready to evolve, with a new mission to identify unifying commonalities and bust cultural stereotypes by connecting voices through our shared experiences.

Chung Tsang, President of KAFFNY

“We are very excited about returning to New York and continue to celebrate the connection of cultures through films,” says Chung Tsang, the President of KAFFNY. “The past ten years of experience in telling Korean American stories helped KAFFNY to identify and find commonality with other stories at the intersection of all cultures. We are ready to evolve, with a new mission to identify unifying commonalities and bust cultural stereotypes by connecting voices through our shared experiences.”

Previously named KAFFNY (Korean American Film Festival New York, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit), the group has recently rebranded as KAFFNY Infinite Cinema. For 11 years, it has explored cultural fusion through the medium of film. KAFFNY Infinite Cinema’s mission is to allow the audience to connect stories that are often missing from the mainstream narrative, allow the audience to engage in dialogue with the content makers to fuse a new understanding of our world, and hopefully inspire our audience to repeat this process by seeking out new ways to connect to a culture outside their own. Which is KAFFNY’s motto: CONNECT. FUSE. REPEAT.

EVENT DETAILS

The 11th Annual KAFFNY INFINITE CINEMA 2017
- Venue: Wythe Hotel Cinema (80 Wythe Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11249)
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 14
- Time: 1:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
- Official event site – kaffny.org
- Tickets Online – $7-$15 per screening (3PM Fashion Film Screening FREE)
- kaffny.eventbrite.com
Sponsors:
- viddsee.com (Asian shorts platform, Singapore)
- Post Fin (DCP Services, Seoul)
- Wythe Hotel Cinema (venue sponsor)
- Karaoke City (venue sponsor)
- 88rising (music partner)
- Re/make (content partner)
- Munchies (content partner)
- Godmode music (content partner)
A Complete list of films:

On Saturday, Oct. 14 KAFFNY Infinite Cinema invites filmgoers to a one-day cinematic passport experience. Embracing the motto of CONNECT. FUSE. REPEAT. KAFFNY Infinite Cinema challenges its audience to discard notions of cultures as separate, discrete and insular, instead exploring the infinite possibilities of contact, fusion, and creation born from the mixing of different backgrounds. Let the screen transport your mind to new places, new practices, and new perspectives, leaving you entertained, challenged and confident to forge new relationships with those outside of your bubble.

Five distinct blocks of programming will approach the topic of Infinite Culture through specific lenses with thematic panel discussions to follow.

INFINITE FOOD CONNECTION – 1:00 p.m.

On the menu of this program is a group of short fiction and documentary films highlighting the bonding power of food as a centerpiece of human nourishment. After the screening, we’ll have a panel to discuss the many different stories behind the people who make the food that we eat.

Films include The Last Tip by Patrick Chen (4:36), Cooking With Granny by Caroline Shin (10:00), Shield by Yijie Mei (20:00), Kimchi Taco by Seran Kim (14:16), Migrant Kitchen by Sarah K. Khan (10:00), Refugee Chef by Ben Ferguson for Munchies (10:00).

**FREE** INFINITE FASHION CONNECTION – 3:00 p.m. **FREE with RSVP**

Go behind the glamour of the runway, exploring the lives of those who create the clothes and the nuanced relationship between self-expression and fashion. Stay woke on world fashion with this selection of short films. After the screening, we will have a panel to discuss ethical fashion and how the clothes we choose impacts people who make them.

Films include Prince’s Test by Amy Park (5:20), Euna by Seung-Hyun Chong (18:24), Perception by Minu Park (2:13), Factory Man by Jihye Ku (4:33), En Route by Anman Cao (10:04), Made In Cambodia by Asad Faruqi for Re/make (9:33)

WORLDWIDE KOREAN CONNECTION – 5:00 p.m.

Shorts. Embracing KAFFNY’s legacy as a platform for narratives of the Korean and Korean Diaspora community, this is our 11th annual selection of both English and Korean language films. A few films focus on mental health & domestic abuse which we seek to discuss and explore after the screening.

Films include I’m Here, Too by Eunsoo Jeong (5:00), Mom by Mingi Kim (8:00), Fractured by Arnold Chun (13:51), Angeltown by Nancy Liu (20:30), Tetsu Kono’s Crazy Routine by Sébastien Simon (16:30), Fault by Daniel Lee (10:17), Family by Seung-Hyun Chong (22:34)

INFINITE MIGRATION CONNECTION – 7:30 P.M.

U.S. Premiere for our centerpiece documentary screening of “Amsterdam Stories: West.” Join a modern day Lewis and Clark as they traverse American communities in various towns and cities named Amsterdam, reflecting on local history, individual struggles, and a poignant examination from the eyes of foreigners of the enduring legacy of the American Dream.

Along with the short film Dear Mother, these stories that deal with issues of home, migration, and adoption. After the screening, we’ll have an interactive experience led by Kayla Tange, a performance artist and the subject of Dear Mother.

Films include Dear Mother by Matthew Kaundart (3:45), Amsterdam Stories USA – West by Rob Rombout & Rogier van Eck (90:00)

CRAZY, RICH, ASIAN AMERICANS? – 10:00 p.m.

These two films tell two very different stories set around characters who are part of rich Asian American families. Is being rich and Asian American a blessing or a curse? Come to the screening and discussion afterwards as we try to find the answer to that question.

Films include Lola by Isabella Tan (25:00), The Last Tour by Ryun Yu (71:00)

About KAFFNY

KAFFNY Infinite Cinema is a new international cinema festival platform dedicated to the exploring the infinite cultural connections that intersect in our world. Embracing the motto of CONNECT. FUSE. REPEAT. KAFFNY Infinite Cinema challenges its audience to discard notions of cultures as separate, discrete and insular, instead exploring the infinite possibilities of contact, fusion, and creation born from the mixing of different backgrounds. Let the screen transport your mind to new places, new practices, and new perspectives, leaving you entertained, challenged and confident to forge new relationships with those outside of your bubble. For more information, please visit: http://kaffny.org

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October 9, 2017
Vision Films Presents MURDER on the CAPE, Based on the Christa Worthington Murder

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updated: Sep 27, 2017

LOS ANGELES, Calif., September 27, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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Vision Films is proud to present MURDER ON THE CAPE, based on the 2002 Cape Cod murder of Christa Worthington. Written and directed by Arthur Egeli, MURDER ON THE CAPE is a stunning and deeply human retelling of the case that shocked the nation.

The film stars Jade Harlow (Passions, The Bay), Josh Walther (Eugene O’Neill: Art as Life), Chris Lazzaro (Jersey Shore Massacre), Heather Egeli (Ghost Forest ) and Tim Misuradze (The Young and The Restless).

It struck me while I was watching this film that there was even more to the typical ‘torn from the headlines’ movie, it is a compelling murder mystery, where a real ‘who done it’ is unfolding before our eyes in the news.

Lise Romanoff, Managing Director, Vision Films

MURDER ON THE CAPE is available on Digital for an SRP $4.99 – $9.99 Rent or Buy across all platforms and to Buy on DVD for $14.95.

MURDER ON THE CAPE is based on the true story of New York fashion writer Christa Worthington, who has an affair with a married fisherman while spending a winter holiday in Cape Cod. She returns two years later with his child looking to rekindle their love. When she is found murdered, a mystery unfolds within the tight-knit community, shedding doubt on the prime suspect’s guilt.

“The heart of the story is that there were all these personal struggles that you cannot read in a book about the crime,” director Arthur Egeli says. “You don’t get to see how everything affects each other, so we produced a narrative film about the characters who all had unique perspectives.”

Get MURDER ON THE CAPE

Amazon: http://bit.ly/MurderontheCape-Amazon

Vimeo On Demand: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/murderonthecape

FandangoNow: https://www.fandangonow.com/details/movie/murder-on-the-cape-2017/MMVF15B8E8E70C0E067F877099D8DCC882FC

http://www.Facebook.com/capemovie

ABOUT VISION FILMS:

Vision Films is an Independent Worldwide Distributor and VOD Aggregator of over 800 Feature Films, Documentaries and Music Programs from some of the most prolific independent film producers in the world. Led by Lise Romanoff, Managing Director/CEO Worldwide Distribution, Vision Films releases 2-4 films a month, across Theatrical, VOD, DVD, and television. www.visionfilms.net

We are excited to present MURDER ON THE CAPE for review, and editorial inclusion. Review links are available; request yours today!

PRESS CONTACTS:

Nicole Newton-Plater

For Vision Films

Nicole@ppmg.info

310-860-7774

Source: Popular Press Media Group

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September 27, 2017
Maria Soccor’s Award Winning ‘Lords of BSV’ Debuts on Red Bull TV

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Maria Soccor Productions Inc. and Simmons Media announce that Soccor’s award winning ‘Lords of BSV’ documentary about the breathtaking Brukup dancers in Brooklyn, New York is now available on Red Bull TV. Director Soccor and the film were also recently featured on WABC-TV in New York City. In September, ‘Lords of BSV’ will be presented by Newark Mayor Ras Baraka at Shaquille O’Neal’s CityPlex Theater in New Jersey

New York, NY, August 8, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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After winning nine major awards in 2015, and two awards at the London International Film Festival 2016, Maria Soccor’s Lords of BSV made its digital television debut on July 31, 2016 on Red Bull TV and is now available on VOD (Video On Demand http://www.redbull.tv/film/AP-1NQTVU81H1W11/lords-of-bsv). Lords of BSV is the latest addition to the online media platform from the Austrian Red Bull company which broadcasts live global events, and an extensive selection of sports, music and lifestyle entertainment.

The Red Bull TV debut follows Soccor and Lords of BSV being featured for a second time on WABC-TV in New York City. Above and Beyond: Inspiring People In Our Community profiled the director in the program which aired June 25 and June 26, 2016. In 2015, one of the world’s most esteemed movie critics, 30 year veteran Sandy Kenyon of WABC-TV Eyewitness News, applauded the powerful message of Lords of BSV. He said, “These performers are dedicated to making their community a better place by sharing what they know with the youngsters of Bed-Stuy.” Referring to their Brukup dance, he added, “The style made its way to Brooklyn in the 1990s, and now the veterans have revived it to keep kids away from gangs and heal their own pain.”

“An example of the finest in documentary filmmaking today.”

Tom Neff, Founder of the Documentary Channel

Lords of BSV tells the inspiring story of the breathtaking Brukup dancers in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of New York City. As the film is viewed across the world on Red Bull TV, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has chosen the celebrated documentary to be showcased at a special celebration in September 2016 at the Newark CityPlex Theatre owned by NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal.

Soccor is especially honored to be recognized in her hometown: Newark, New Jersey. Earlier this year, Lords of BSV continued its international winning streak by taking home two awards at the London International Film Festival 2016 (London IFF 2016) on February 26, 2016. The film was honored with the Jury Award for Best Documentary, and Best Cinematography In A Documentary Feature. The awards continued the tremendous acclaim Lords of BSV received in Europe as well as in America. In 2015, the film was named Best Feature Documentary at the Milan International Film Festival 2015, plus Soccor won Best Director of a Feature Documentary, and Lords of BSV was recognized for Best Music in a Feature Film, at the Madrid International Film Festival 2015. The film added to its list of honors by winning Best Documentary at the I Filmmaker International Film Festival in Marbella, Spain on December 8, 2015.

The international honors for the documentary directorial debut by actress/director/producer/comic creator Soccor followed five honors at American film festivals. In the United States, Lords of BSV was chosen Best Documentary at the 2015 Visionfest Film Festival in New York City and the Rahway International Film Festival 2015, received the Audience Award for Best Feature Documentary at the Hudson Valley International Film Festival 2015, and won the Jury Award for Best Documentary at the Long Island Film International Expo 2015. Also, Soccor received the Emerging Director Award at the Langston Hughes African American Film Festival 2015.

The founder of the Documentary Channel, acclaimed Emmy Award winner and Academy Award nominated director/producer Tom Neff, calls Lords of BSV, “an example of the finest in documentary filmmaking today.” “It is a perfect marriage of in-depth content with a unique approach to form,” says Neff. “Maria Soccor followed her heart to create a unique vision of a unique art form while simultaneously developing a strong underlying theme of dance and art as a way out for inner city youth. Soccor’s documentary is a definitive refutation to the stereotype of the inner city youth as violent and uncaring; these young artists are focused, involved, and determined to make a difference.” Neff continues, “Lords of BSV is extremely visual and engaging, impeccably researched and presented, and inspiring to the audience.”

“As a first time director, I am humbled that Lords of BSV has received national and international recognition,” says Soccor, who produced the short film, Play House, which was screened at the 2013 South by Southwest Festival (SXSW). While Lords of BSV continues to gain accolades, Soccor’s short comedy Cinecoma, which she produced, has been picked up for distribution by Just the Story TV. Also, her new comic series SPEAR, illustrated by artist Rolo Ledesma, launched at the 2015 New York Comic Con in Manhattan.

As an actress, Soccor has appeared in over 20 movies, including Playmakers of New Orleans starring Zoe Saldana, in which she portrayed Tracey Austin, Saldana’s sister. Her television credits include NCIS New Orleans on CBS, Another World on NBC, and K-Ville on Fox starring Anthony Anderson and Cole Hauser. Soccor is also a trained dancer, and she was inspired to document the stars of Lords of BSV after witnessing their unique talents. “It is the most fabulous urban artistry I’ve ever seen,” Soccor says. “They are the most dynamic dancers in New York City.”

Soccor’s goal in creating Lords of BSV was to erase the negative stigma and stereotypes about urban dancers.

“Dance gives them dignity, a sense of identity, and keeps them from lives of crime,” she states. “There is tragedy throughout the entire film, yet the dance lifts them above the negativity surrounding them. Through dance, they find love for each other, and survive.” She adds that the art form has tremendous positive social significance. “Brukup is not just a dance, it is a culture,” she comments. “Through the art, the dancers overcome poverty and homelessness, becoming better people. BSV serves the community by keeping kids off the streets and showing them how to turn anger into the art of dance. Their dancing saves lives.”

BSV provides a positive alternative to the negative spiral of street life, despite the lack of funding or facilities. “I want to show the world what they do, teaching students without classrooms, without schools.” says Soccor. “My dream is that one day they will have a school to truly nurture and spread their gift.”

About Lords of BSV and Brukup:

Created in 1998, the Bed-Stuy Veterans (BSV) became kings of the Brooklyn underground dance culture. They are revivalists of a dance style known as Brukup, which originated in Jamaica, West Indies in the early 1990s from George “Brukup” Adams. Brukup is a hybrid dance chronicled in the New York Times that incorporates bone breaking, connecting, pausing, popping, mutation, morphing, ballet and hip-hop, mixed with theatrical miming.

View the Lords of BSV trailer on the film website. http://www.LordsofBSVfilm.com

For more information, and to schedule interviews with Maria Soccor, contact:

Ken Simmons/Simmons Media
kens4544867@gmail.com
646-408-6958

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