Movies and Filmmaking
From Loss Comes Legacy: How a One-Eyed Retriever Inspired the Launch of Winged Retriever – A Tribute to Grit, Loyalty, and the Unbreakable Bond Between Hunter and Dog
HAMILTON, Ohio — For outdoorsman Bret Abner, the story that became Winged Retriever began with his Labrador, Ivy – a dog whose courage outpaced every setback, even after losing an eye to a life-threatening infection. Her determination and instinct inspired Winged Retriever, a new American brand of premium, hand-built collars for retrieving and hunting dogs launched October 5, 2025….
‘Healing a Soldier’s Heart’ Premieres Nationally on PBS.org and Public Television Stations on Veterans Day Weekend 2025
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Seventeen U.S. veterans die by suicide every day, a number largely unchanged for over a decade. Yet today, on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, there is a hopeful approach for treating combat-related PTSD. Moral injury is in clear focus in the documentary “Healing a Soldier’s Heart,” Cultural & Educational Media (CEM Productions), the production company for the film, announced today….
‘300 Crusaders’ – The First Animated Feature Film Created with Generative AI Technology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Gi Films and Georgian American Film Academy proudly announce the U.S. streaming launch of “300 Crusaders,” the groundbreaking animated epic from acclaimed filmmaker Mirza Davitaia, known for “Anton,” “The Narrow Bridge,” and “The Knight in the Tiger’s Skin.” Following its successful premiere in Georgia, the film is now available to American audiences on Fawesome and Stash TV….
EKC PR Client Michael Naizu’s Film ‘Bound For Glory,’ Starring Janel Parrish, Named Finalist in Gold House’s AAPI Renaissance Rally
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Janel Parrish (“Pretty Little Liars,” “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”) will star in the feature adaptation of “Bound For Glory,” an emotionally resonant indie drama from rising AAPI filmmaker Michael Naizu, EKC PR announced today….
NYT Bestselling Relationship Experts Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt Immortalized in New Documentary Film ‘The Heart of Dialogue’
DALLAS, Texas — A new 70-minute documentary and AI interactive experience from Emmy®-nominated filmmakers Chris Brickler and Michael Romero titled “The Heart of Dialogue” is giving future generations the ability to interact directly with the wisdom of legendary relationship experts Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D….
‘The Paper Bear’ Set to World Premiere at the Florida Film Festival!
SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. — “The Paper Bear,” a feature-length film and conservation initiative by The Paper Bear nonprofit, has been officially selected for the 2025 Florida Film Festival in Orlando, Florida. The world premiere of the film will take place during the festival, which runs from April 11 to 20, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the film’s journey to raise awareness about Northwest Florida’s biodiversity….
‘TEAM 28’ Documentary Shines Spotlight on Open-wheeled Modified Car Racing
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Multi-award-winning filmmaker David Wittkower is in the final lap of completing “TEAM 28,” a high-octane documentary that takes audiences deep into the world of short track racing. The film follows the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of a dedicated grassroots team. “We are starting the editing process now,” Wittkower said, “but we’re looking to raise funds to finish the film.”…
Nesbitt Blaisdell Obituary: December 6, 1928 – September 24, 2024
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Today the Blaisdell family announced the death of lifelong actor Nesbitt Blaisdell. Nesbitt was born in New York City, December 6, 1928. He was raised in Washington, D.C. and attended the Westminster School of Simsbury, CT. He graduated from Amherst College with a BA in 1951 and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He graduated from Columbia University in 1958 with an MFA in Directing….
BHERC to Cap-Off Another Monumental Year with 30th Annual S.E. Manly African-American Short Film Festival, Nov. 15-17, at Regal @ LA LIVE
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) President Sandra J. Evers-Manly is pleased to announce the 30th Annual S. E. Manly African American Short Film Festival (SEMAASFF), will take place November 15, 2024; and is kicking off with its historic opening event, “Great Night in Black Hollywood,” the weekend of November 15, to open the occasion’s weekend….
South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Lord of the Rings: A Symphonic Concert’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — South Bay Music Association announced today that on November 2, 2024, in Redondo Beach, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform “Lord of the Rings: A Symphonic Concert.” The concert will take place at the Riviera United Methodist Church beginning at 7 p.m. (375 Palos Verdes Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277)….