Sentences with phrase «many independent films»

In short, the studio approach to filmmaking is a far cry from the ragtag process many independent films follow.

The Kevin Smith era (like it or not) started with this different kind of independent film that had countless pop - culture references and adolescent humor.

Quentin Tarantino's career - defining movie changed the way we looked at independent film forever and launched a slew of copycats.

Schedule your trip between January 21st - 31st and you'll be able to enjoy the premieres of independent films from around the world.

The combined company, which will retain the eOne name, will hold about a 20 % share of the distribution market for independent films in Canada and will have significantly expanded its footprint in international territories.

In another expansion of his independent film and television empire, Byron Allen has added the Weather Channel to his Entertainment Studios portfolio.

Independent films don't typically rake in money at the box office, with the occasional exception, but the Oscar - buzz was sure to help The Birth of a Nation financially.

Fox Searchlight, the independent film arm of 21st Century Fox, had been widely expected to make a major Oscars push for movie.

Something Ventured was screened at South by Southwest and it is set to appear at a number of the country's independent film festivals this spring and summer, and the producers hope to have it broadcast on TV in 2012.

Frustration, because there are limits to how far clients are prepared to go to defend their films; the industry is conservative, and his customers, almost exclusively independent film companies, have limited budgets.

Like Netflix, Amazon (AMZN) is looking to get into the movie production game, promising earlier this year to eventually churn out around a dozen independent films — with budgets between $ 5 million and $ 25 million — every year.

For the first time ever in his career he went the independent film route and quickly found Brian Unkeless (the «Hunger Games» franchise) as a producing partner.

A look at how the startup is using technology to draw attention to independent films — and who is funding the concept.

At least three of these movies are independent films, each with a budget of $ 6 - 8 million.

Tell us more about your independent film distribution company, ARRAY.

In a statement, DuVernay said the partnership would continue the advancement of storytelling of diversity and independent film.

Hollywood mega mogul Harvey Weinstein has been fired from the Weinstein Company, the independent film company he co-founded, after the New York Times published an explosive, deeply reported article accusing him of a pattern of sexual harassment that goes back decades.

He is a dual US / Irish citizen that enjoys independent film festivals, local theatre, scuba diving, ethnic food, and international travel.

Independent film and video publishing companies will be accredited if officially mandated by a broadcast station via a letter of assignment.

Sundance bestows status to independent films; simply by being screened at the legendary venue which recognized iconic sex, lies and videotape, American Splendor, and the like; being picked up by a movie studio is a sure path to mass audiences and used to be every filmmaker's Holy Grail.

Specialty finance company Versa Media Capital, which provides production loan financing to creators of independent film and TV content, has secured a $ 100 million facility from alternative asset manager Crayhill Capital Management.

«Versa Media Capital intends to become the go - to source of capital and expertise for independent film and TV content creators, and will provide the elements needed to put projects on the solid footing required to complete a permanent financing package,» said Geoffray in a statement.

Demand for new independent film and TV content is growing rapidly as both traditional and non-traditional distribution channels, such as over-the-top streaming and other video on demand applications, become more popular.

As often happens in the innovation world, a problem (in this case, financing independent films) had encountered a potential solution.

Winter's Bone is the highlight of Netflix's independent films section, telling the story of a young woman from the Ozarks of America who must find her meth - cooking father to avoid eviction after dad skips bail, leaving the family on the brink of homelessness.

Unlike other independent films in which big names are ridden into the ground like a sweaty mule, shoehorned into every possible scene in the movie, «Moms» Night Out» has an ensemble cast - an amazing feat for a film with a budget just under $ 5 million, according to Andrew and John Erwin, the brothers who directed the film.

Greta Gerwig has had a very successful acting career in independent films, several you haven't seen and one you may even like, Damsels in Distress.

With strong roots in independent film, Tribeca is a platform for creative expression and immersive entertainment.

LUNA is known for supporting female athletes, breast cancer research, independent films and so many more lady causes.

We started this about six years ago and it allows me to have a platform for independent films, films that we're passionate about, and find a bigger audience for great, cool emerging talent and up - and - coming movies,» League continues.

I'll never forget the independent film night on my college's campus my junior year.

«Tick Tock» was hailed by acclaimed critic Paul Pritchard, Pulpmovies.com, as «one of the most memorable independent films of 2010».

Each year the festival selects an up - and - coming filmmaker to receive the Independent Trailblazer Award for pioneering in independent film.

Estevez recently worked on his independent film The Public which he wrote, directed and starred in — but outside that hasn't had a major role since 2012.

The 2015 festival will screen over 2 hours of the most inspirational, educational and entertaining films related to the ocean from independent film makers both international and Australian.

The elegantly restored space features independent films, film noir, classics and the occasional concerts.

-- Richard Herskowitz, Artistic Director, Houston Cinema Arts Festival & Ashland Independent film Festival

As far as I know, going back to Micah's original pickup and other stories, this is a video put together by a group of independent film guys in NYC, at least some of whom are gay.

I wanted to let you know about about an independent film coming out this month titled: «Article VI: Faith.

«The Aftermath,» an independent film starring Tony Danza and the late Chris Penn, will make its local debut this Friday in Saratoga Springs, which served as a location during filming nearly a decade ago.

«We have gone from being not economically viable for anything except independent films, to having a competitive advantage over everyone,» said Hein.

What began a few years ago as a trickle of small independent films shot in and around Kingston has of late turned into a veritable flood, including big - budget productions with real movie stars, thanks to a new tax break and efforts by local officials to woo and accommodate the industry.

As governor, she will reform the film tax credit program to ensure greater benefit to small and independent films,» said Nixon campaign spokeswoman Rebecca Katz.

Mr. Jackson (also known as Sekou Molefi Baako) is an East Elmhurst resident with a long history of community service, including 36 years as Executive Director of the Queens Library's Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center, a full - service, general circulation library with an extensive reference collection of materials related to African American history and culture, and a cultural arts program that offers a variety of programming of independent film video screenings, stage presentations, panel discussions, concerts, art exhibitions and more.

Another independent film producer «is using Buffalo as his canvas,» said Buffalo Niagara Film Commissioner Tim Clark in describing the work of filmmaker Mac Cappuccino.

Ever since the independent film, Super Size Me was released, research on the relationship between increasing obesity and increasing portion sizes has skyrocketed and the results have been virtually unanimous.

That's exactly what happened with this Preen prism dress from the brand's Spring 2014 collection, spotted on a member of the Swedish royal family, an Order of the British Empire recipient and an independent film actress.

This week's Style Showdown features a member of the Swedish royal family, an Order of the British Empire recipient and an independent film actress.

Catch an independent film, a digital art exhibition or relax in the café bar with a locally sourced wine or beer.

If you spend your time surfing, practicing yoga, reading or watching independent films, then feel free to shout it from the rooftops.