Local Independent Spotlight III – Chad Eric Smith

You and everyone that you know are in for a treat. I have the privilege to not just know but interview Chad Eric Smith for the third time. His talent mesmerizes me. His performances are textured…layered and his writing and directing, thoughtful, rhythmic and with a splash of hilarity. I assure you that this giantContinue reading “Local Independent Spotlight III – Chad Eric Smith”

Local Independent Film Spotlight II – Chad Eric Smith

Growing their craft from strength to strength. That’s what the movers and shakers in local independent film have been up to. Chad Eric Smith is one of those intelligent talents who’s been doing exactly that. I had the opportunity to catch up with him to get the run down on his recent adventures as wellContinue reading “Local Independent Film Spotlight II – Chad Eric Smith”

Reston To Ceremoniously Change Name to ‘Hill Valley’ Starting Oct. 21

How cool is that? Kudos to Fairfax County, VA for this innovative way of celebrating filmmaking, and marking their impending film festival. Check it out… Fairfax County has passed a resolution to ceremoniously change the name of Reston, Virginia to “Hill Valley” from October 21 to 25. Source: Reston To Ceremoniously Change Name to ‘Hill Valley’Continue reading “Reston To Ceremoniously Change Name to ‘Hill Valley’ Starting Oct. 21”

[VIDEO] New Jungle Book trailer slammed by critics for ‘glorifying gang violence’

DAVE WEASEL HOLLYWOOD, CA – The Jungle Book trailer released today has been met with heavy criticism by critics for excessive violence. Take a look for yourself. Source: [VIDEO] New Jungle Book trailer slammed by critics for ‘glorifying gang violence’

Local Independent Film Spotlight: Alicia Beth Dawson

When I met this week’s Local Independent Film Spotlight (LIFS) candidate, Alicia Beth Dawson was reading lines with actors who were auditioning for Jason Baustin’s crime-drama “City of Lost Souls” – which I also assisted on. Little did I know then that Alicia’s talents did not stop at acting. While working on the film, Alicia wasContinue reading “Local Independent Film Spotlight: Alicia Beth Dawson”

The Fall of POMPEII

I had the opportunity to attend a free screening of the soon to be released movie; POMPEII last evening – and in 3D at that. As I scanned the cast list on my trusted IMDb App I was somewhat underwhelmed. However, one name stuck out to me. Kiefer Sutherland is cast as the villain inContinue reading “The Fall of POMPEII”

The Official, Unofficial Start to My Summer

Yes! May 3rd finally arrived and I am anxiously awaiting the moment when I surender to that comfy theater chair and take-in the much anticipated Iron Man 3. No, I didn’t go see it on opening night (S0 please don’t spill any details). I can’t enjoy it quite as much with throngs of individuals packedContinue reading “The Official, Unofficial Start to My Summer”