— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — The new film “Born a Champion” is a passion project that has been 13 years in the making as long-time friends Paul J. Alessi and Sean Patrick Flanery sunk their teeth into a film that they knew had heart, soul, guts, glory and tremendous truth and love. For [...]
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Exclusive Interview: Actress Dia Frampton
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — The new movie “I Hate New Year’s” is a sweet holiday film that will have viewers cheering for friendship and love. In the movie, real-life singer Dia Frampton portrays rising music star Layne Price, who encounters a bout of writer’s block. After visiting[...]
Jaws Gets New Life in Los Angeles
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — What do you think of when you hear the word “Jaws”? You might have some scary or fond memories of watching the many “Jaws” films throughout the years, or you could remember that the original iconic 1975 film was the one that put director Steven Spielberg[...]
Exclusive Interview: Director Jimmy Olsson
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — The new short film “Alive” delves into subject matter that is not often covered in film. The film gives a bit of insight into the world of Viktoria, a woman confined to a wheelchair and with some level of disability. Her caregiver, Ida, is a beautiful young [...]
Exclusive Interview: Producer David Thies
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — A stellar film from 2019 that continues to be a success with streaming and rental services, “The Peanut Butter Falcon” somewhat flew under the general public’s radar upon its initial release. However, it picked up many accolades and awards from film festiv[...]
Exclusive Interview with Actor Deep Roy
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — There are some great actors who have started out in comedy and have gone on to have illustrious careers in film. Entertainers such as Steve Martin, Jim Carrey, Jamie Foxx and the late, great Robin Williams have left indelible marks in film. Actor Deep Roy had hi[...]
Exclusive Interview: Director Phyllis Stuart
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — The documentary “Wild Daze” is an extraordinary movie. It is the kind of film that becomes an Oscar darling because it provokes and compels the viewer to take action. Rather than just tugging on your heartstrings, filmmaker and director Phyllis Stuart presen[...]
Exclusive Interview: Tucker Smallwood
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — Tucker Smallwood is an accomplished actor who you will immediately recognize from his more than 100 roles in film in television. Getting his start in TV soaps, he graduated to other roles on television including “Martin,” “X-Files,” “Texas,” “Wings[...]
Exclusive Interview: Christopher Atkins
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — Actor, director and producer Christopher Atkins has had an admirable cinematic career spanning 40-plus years. During his years in film and television, he has also launched a few businesses, including his latest, Driftwood Creations by Christopher Atkins. Atkins [...]
Academy Museum to open April 30, 2021
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will officially open on Friday, April 30, 2021, shortly after the Oscars®, which will take place Sunday, April 25, 2021. The museum was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano and features six floors of exh[...]
Exclusive Interview: Director Brwa Vahabpour
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — The short film “Silence” is a poignant and insightful look at the life and struggles of a young girl who does not hear. In telling this story, the writer and director Brwa Vahabpour imparts a unique narrative that takes the viewer on a journey with a sharp t[...]
Collecting Movie Props and Wardrobe
— by LYNETTE CARRINGTON — What is it about film and television memorabilia that interests collectors and fans? There could be many answers to that question, including buying up Hollywood props and wardrobe because you are pursuing it as an investment, or collecting for the sake of collec[...]