Archive for December, 2013

Castle: Yellow Ribbon by Sergeant Donre Walker US Army

Author: Losillë

Dec 19

Sergeant Donre Walker US Army

Sergeant Donre Walker US Army

Castle’s Tamala Jones (Dr. Lanie Parish) stars  in Sgt. Donre Walker’s heartwarming, emotional story that celebrates the power of hope. The film is part of ABC’s Home for the Holidays.

Donre Walker, originally from Los Angeles, California is 31 years old. He currently resides in Compton, California and is a Military Liaison for Columbia College Hollywood helping veterans pursue their dreams of working the film and entertainment industry. Read more Here.

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    • Marvel Comics & Wizard World Announce Exclusive Comic Book Program for 2014 Beginning with Groundbreaking ‘Miracleman’ Exclusive Variant Interlocking Covers By Neal Adams

    Author: Suzanne Philips

    Dec 17

    Marvel Will Offer Exclusive Books At All 16 Wizard World Shows In 2014 Beginning With ‘Miracleman #1’ At Portland Comic Con, January 24-26, ‘Miracleman #2’ At New Orleans Comic Con, February 7-9; VIP Attendees Receive Free Color Version; B&W Limited Edition Available For Purchase

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    Marvel Comics and Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) today announced a program by which VIP attendees at each of the 16 scheduled 2014 Wizard World Comic Con pop culture conventions will receive exclusive variant covers of the best Marvel titles, beginning withMiracleman #1 at Portland Comic Con (January 24-26) and Miracleman #2 at New Orleans Comic Con (Feb. 7-9). The first two limited-edition books, with covers illustrated by comics legend and Eisner Award Hall of Famer Neal Adams, feature interlocking covers, and will be available in both color and black & white sketch editions.

    The colored version of Miracleman #1 will be limited to 3,000 copies and provided free at registration to all Wizard World VIP attendees, including any celebrity VIP packages. The Black & White sketch version is limited to just 2,500 copies and will be available for sale at the Wizard World Store on the convention floor. Quantities per purchase may be limited.

    Adams is scheduled to be on site at each event to sign copies (autograph fees may apply). Leading professional comic grader CGC will also be on hand to accept books for grading and Signature Series.

    “We are incredibly excited to work with Marvel on these limited variant covers,” said Wizard World CEO John Macaluso.  “Our fans will now have the opportunity to collect the hottest monthly Marvel titles drawn by attending artists at Wizard World shows. This is a huge benefit for all attendees.”

    “As Wizard World adds shows across America, Marvel is pleased to be a part of their continued expansion,” said Marvel Entertainment SVP of Sales and Publishing David Gabriel. “We’re giving each cover the all-star treatment. With the biggest creators and the best characters on-board, we want each attendee’s Wizard World experience to be as special as possible.”

    Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more.  A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A’s, comics-themed sessions, costume contest, movie screenings, evening parties and more.  Sunday is also Kids Day, with an array of activities and programming specially designed for the younger Wizard World fans.

    Wizard World Comic Con is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event.  Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed –  will roam the convention floor, often stopping by the Show Stage, the ideal place to see and be seen.

    For more on the 2014 Wizard World Portland Comic Con, visit http://www.wizardworld.com/home-portland.html and to learn more about Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, go tohttp://www.wizardworld.com/home-neworleans.html.

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    • Castle: A Homecoming by First Lieutenant Donna Bachler US Army

    Author: Losillë

    Dec 16

    First Lieutenant (1LT) Donna Bachler

    First Lieutenant (1LT) Donna Bachler

    Castle’s Jon Huertas (Javier Esposito)  is a U.S. Air Force Veteran! He directed this short film called “A Homecoming” written by U.S. Army Veteran, Donna Bachler, as part of ABC’s Home for the Holidays.

    Donna served in the U.S. Army (1999-2011). She met her husband while on deployment and soon after got married. They eloped in Las Vegas, Nevada and both returned back to active duty. Read more here.

    Post by Castle.
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    • Grimm 2 Hour Special Tonight

    Author: Losillë

    Dec 13

    COLD BLOODED (airs December 13 at 9/8c)
    A CRIME WAVE BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO AN URBAN LEGEND – ALEXIS DENISOF GUEST STARS — As a deadly crime spree begins to surface, a century-old urban legend takes shape in Portland’s sewers and becomes Nick’s (David Giuntoli) latest case. In Europe, Adalind (Claire Coffee) meets Prince Viktor (guest star Alexis Denisof), who’s come to bring those responsible for his cousin Eric’s demise to justice. Meanwhile, Captain Renard (Sasha Roiz) responds to the recent attempt on his life. Bitsie Tulloch, Russell Hornsby, Silas Weir Mitchell, Reggie Lee and Bree Turner also star.
     
    TWELVE DAYS OF KRAMPUS (airs December 13 at 10/9c)
    A DARK JUSTICE DESCENDS ON PORTLAND AS THE CHRSITMAS SEASON BEGINS — After a string of delinquent teens go missing, an old Wesen tale of an evil Santa who brings more than just a lump of coal may be the prime suspect. The investigation intensifies as Nick (David Giuntoli) and Hank (Russell Hornsby) take things a little too far. Meanwhile, Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell) enlists Juliet (Bitsie Tulloch) to surprise Rosalee (Bree Turner) for their first Christmas together with unintended results. Elsewhere, Captain Renard’s (Sasha Roiz) tour of Europe brings him closer to tracking down Adalind (Claire Coffee). Reggie Lee also stars.
     
    DAVID GIUNTOLI  
    Nick Burkhardt

    Grimm – Fridays (9-10 p.m. ET) on NBC
     
    David Giuntoli stars in NBC’s acclaimed drama series “Grimm” as Nick Burkhardt, the steadfast Portland detective turned Grimm-creature profiler.
     
    In a short period of time and with a career that’s only starting to blossom, Giuntoli has compiled an expansive television resume, with roles on hit shows such as “Grey’s Anatomy,” “The Deep End,” “Privileged,” “Private Practice,” “Hot in Cleveland” and the MTV original movie “Turn the Beat Around.”
     
    Giuntoli has also appeared in the CBS pilot “The Quinn-tuplets,” alongside Amber Tamblyn and Molly Parker, as well as the NBC series “Love Bites.”
    Eager to stretch beyond television, Giuntoli recently starred as Ryan in the independent feature “Caroline and Jackie,” directed by Adam Christian Clark, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival to exceedingly positive reviews.
     
    Giuntoli grew up in St. Louis and attended Indiana University. After moving to Los Angeles, he studied under Christopher Fields before joining the acclaimed Echo Theater Company.
     
    GRIMM – Fridays (9-10 p.m. ET) on NBC
     
    “Grimm” is a drama series inspired by the classic Grimm Brothers’ Fairy Tales. After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli, “Caroline and Jackie”) discovers he’s descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as ‘Grimms,’ he increasingly finds his responsibilities as a detective at odds with his new responsibilities as a Grimm.
     
    Now that Juliette (Bitsie Tulloch, “Parkland”) has learned Nick’s secret, he can bring her into the fold with his partner Hank (Russell Hornsby, “Lincoln Heights”) and his Wesen friends Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell, “My Name is Earl”) and Rosalee (Bree Turner, “The Ugly Truth”). Following the events of season two, Nick will learn his abilities have grown exponentially. Unfortunately, so have the dangers, and he now will need all the help he can get to bring order to Portland’s Wesen community.
     
    In Europe, major events have begun to unfold on behalf of the Royals. Nick’s Captain, Sean Renard (Sasha Roiz, “Pompeii”), has done what he can about his estranged family while working stateside, but may find himself needing to take a long overdue trip across the Atlantic. Also overseas is Adalind (Claire Coffee, “Franklin and Bash”), who continues her quest to regain her Hexenbiest powers by using the biggest bargaining chip she has – her unborn child.
     
    Reggie Lee (“The Dark Knight Rises”) returns as the ever-sarcastic Sgt. Wu. His time spent working with Nick and Hank may finally cause him to change his tone, however, when he sees more than he can handle.
    “Grimm” is a Universal Television and Hazy Mills production. The series was created by David Greenwalt & Jim Kouf and Stephen Carpenter. Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner (NBC’s “Sean Saves the World” and “Hot in Cleveland”) and Norberto Barba (”The Bridge”) serve as executive producers along with Greenwalt and Kouf.
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    • THE 16TH MOËT BRITISH INDEPENDENT FILM AWARDS

    Author: Losillë

    Dec 13

    London, Sunday 8th December – British talent turned out this evening for the 16th Moët British Independent Film Awards. The winners were announced at the star-studded ceremony, held at Old Billingsgate which was hosted by BIFA Winning actor James Nesbitt.

    For the first time, the lucky winners took home the brand new iconic award designed by Fredrikson Stallard and created by Swarovski.  The awards ceremony was streamed live exclusively online at www.film3sixty.com/moetbifa


    Best British Independent Film was won by METRO MANILA with the film’s director Sean Ellis picking up Best Director. Lindsay Duncan won Best Actress for LE WEEK-END and James McAvoy won Best Actor for FILTH. Imogen Poots collected her BIFA for Best Supporting Actress for THE LOOK OF LOVE and Ben Mendelsohn took home Best Supporting Actor for STARRED UP.


    METRO MANILA won the most awards on the night, picking up three trophies for Best Achievement in Production and as previously mentioned Best Director award and Best British Independent Film.


    Joint Directors, The Moët British Independent Film Awards Johanna von Fischer & Tessa Collinson said: “This year our independent jury had an extremely tough job, they were asked to choose from an impressive pool of talent and creativity in a year where the diversity of storytelling is more extreme than ever. Thanks to an independent film industry which encompasses so many different cultures, personalities, visions and voices, Britain is producing a new generation of fearless artists both behind and in front of the camera who represent that richness of our diverse British society. With so many of the films exploring themes about being less judgmental and more forgiving, this perhaps reflects a movement within British independent filmmaking that brings much hope for the future.”

    As previously announced, Julie Walters was awarded the coveted Richard Harris Award for outstanding contribution by an actor to British film, and Paul Greengrass the Variety Award, which recognises an actor, director, writer or producer who has helped to shine the international spotlight on the UK. The Special Jury Prize went to Sixteen Films & Friends (AKA Team Loach), in recognition of their contribution, bringing the work of Ken Loach to life.

    Ben Roberts, Director of the BFI Film Fund said: ‘this has been a standout year for British film and the BIFAs has once again kicked off the awards season in style, putting the wild creativity and bold storytelling of the UK’s independent sector centre stage. Congratulations to all the winners and to the BIFAs for doing such a great job of spotlighting so many brilliant filmmakers.’

    Elsa Corbineau, Marketing Director Moët & Chandon commented: “As a long term supporter of British film, Moët & Chandon is delighted to share in the celebrations of tonight’s very well deserved winners. To toast the successes of 2013, guests joined us in creating a seven – foot champagne fountain to salute a year of amazing achievements.’

    The Raindance Award was won by THE MACHINE. Elliot Grove, Founder of BIFA and the Raindance Film Festival added: “The breadth, scope and quality of this year’s nominated films shows that British independent films and talent are not only the talk of the town but the talk of audiences everywhere.”

    The Moët British Independent Film Awards are proud to announce the following winners for 2013 (highlighted below in red): 

    BEST BRITISH INDEPENDENT FILM

    Sponsored by Moët & Chandon 

    Metro Manila

    Philomena

    The Selfish Giant

    Starred Up

    Le Week-end


    BEST DIRECTOR

    Sponsored by AllCity & Intermission

    Jon S Baird – Filth 

    Clio Barnard – The Selfish Giant

    Sean Ellis – Metro Manila

    Jonathan Glazer – Under the Skin

    David Mackenzie – Starred Up


    THE DOUGLAS HICKOX AWARD [BEST DEBUT DIRECTOR]

    Sponsored by 3 Mills Studios

    Charlie Cattrall – Titus

    Tina Gharavi – I Am Nasrine

    Jeremy Lovering – In Fear

    Omid Nooshin – Last Passenger

    Paul Wright – For Those in Peril


    BEST SCREENPLAY

    Jonathan Asser – Starred Up

    Clio Barnard – The Selfish Giant

    Steven Knight – Locke 

    Hanif Kureishi – Le Week-end

    Jeff Pope, Steve Coogan – Philomena 


    BEST ACTRESS 

    Sponsored by M.A.C Cosmetics

    Judi Dench – Philomena 

    Lindsay Duncan – Le Week-end

    Scarlett Johansson – Under the Skin

    Felicity Jones – The Invisible Woman

    Saoirse Ronan – How I Live Now


    BEST ACTOR

    Sponsored by BBC Films 

    Jim Broadbent – Le Week-end

    Steve Coogan – Philomena 

    Tom Hardy – Locke

    Jack O’Connell – Starred Up

    James McAvoy – Filth 


    BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS

    Siobhan Finneran – The Selfish Giant

    Shirley Henderson – Filth 

    Imogen Poots – The Look Of Love

    Kristin Scott Thomas – The Invisible Woman

    Mia Wasikowska – The Double


    BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR

    Sponsored by Sanderson & St Martins Lane 

    John Arcilla – Metro Manila

    Rupert Friend – Starred Up

    Jeff Goldblum – Le Week-end

    Eddie Marsan – Filth 

    Ben Mendelsohn – Starred Up


    MOST PROMISING NEWCOMER

    Sponsored by Studiocanal

    Harley Bird – How I Live Now

    Conner Chapman / Shaun Thomas – The Selfish Giant

    Caity Lotz – The Machine

    Jake Macapagal – Metro Manila

    Chloe Pirrie – Shell 


    BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN PRODUCTION

    Sponsored by Company3

    A Field in England

    Filth

    Metro Manila

    The Selfish Giant

    Starred Up


    BEST TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT

    Sponsored by LightBrigade Media

    Shaheen Baig – Casting – Starred Up

    Johnnie Burn – Sound Design – Under the Skin

    Amy Hubbard – Casting – The Selfish Giant

    Mica Levi – Music – Under the Skin

    Justine Wright – Editing – Locke 


    BEST DOCUMENTARY 

    Pussy Riot – A Punk Prayer

    The Great Hip Hop Hoax

    The Moo Man

    The Spirit of ’45

    The Stone Roses: Made of Stone


    BEST BRITISH SHORT

    Supported by BFI NET.WORK

    L’Assenza

    Dr Easy

    Dylan’s Room

    Jonah

    Z1 


    BEST INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENT FILM

    Blue is the Warmest Colour

    Blue Jasmine

    Frances Ha

    The Great Beauty

    Wadjda


    THE RAINDANCE AWARD

    Sponsored by Wentworth Media and Arts

    Everyone’s Going to Die

    The Machine

    The Patrol

    Sleeping Dogs

    Titus


    THE RICHARD HARRIS AWARD (for outstanding contribution by an actor to British Film)

    Julie Walters


    THE VARIETY AWARD

    Paul Greengrass


    THE SPECIAL JURY PRIZE

    Sixteen Films & Friends (AKA Team Loach)


    Proud supporters and patrons of The Moët British Independent Film Awards include Mike Figgis, Tom Hollander, Adrian Lester, Ken Loach, Ewan McGregor, Helen Mirren, Samantha Morton, James Nesbitt, Michael Sheen, Trudie Styler, Tilda Swinton, Meera Syal, David Thewlis, Ray Winstone and Michael Winterbottom.


    The Moët British Independent Film Awards would like to thank all its supporters, especially: Moët & Chandon, BFI NET.WORK, 3 Mills Studios, BBC Films, Company 3, M.A.C Cosmetics, Raindance, Sanderson & St Martins Lane – Morgans Hotel Group, Soho House, Studiocanal, Swarovski, Variety, Wentworth Media and Arts, LightBrigade, AllCity and Intermission.

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