Film Screening - "American Masters: Roberta Flack"
Join Arlington Public Library at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse to enjoy this new PBS documentary
Arlington's own Roberta Flack is the focus of a new PBS documentary, American Masters: Roberta Flack, which provides an intimate look into Flack's artistry, life and triumphs over racism and sexism within and outside of the recording industry. With exclusive access to Flack’s archives of film, performances, interviews, home movies, photos, hit songs and unreleased music, the film documents how Flack’s musical virtuosity was inseparable from her lifelong commitment to civil rights. Running time 87 minutes.
This film screening will take place at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204). Doors open at 6 p.m.
We will be joined by Producer Antonino D'Ambrosio who will make remarks before the screening. Film screening begins at approximately 7 p.m.
Registration required. To ensure your seat, you must arrive by 6:45 p.m. after which point unfilled seats will be released on a first-come, first-served basis.
This film screening is offered courtesy of PBS, American Masters, and The WNET Group, in partnership with WETA and The Black Heritage Museum of Arlington.
The Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse offers a full menu and drink service which will be available for purchase during the event. Free popcorn will be served.
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- Sunday, February 19, 2023
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- Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse: 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204
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Happy birthday to Jonathan Frakes, who played First Office William T. Riker on Star Trek: The Next Generation for seven seasons, as well as on episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager and Star Trek: Enterprise, and in four Star Trek movies. During his time on TNG, he became interested in directing, and he learned it the right way, by spending hundreds of hours in the edit room until he was ready. He went on to direct 8 episodes of TNG, 3 each of DS9 and Voyager, and two movies, Star Trek: First Contact and Star Trek: Insurrection. He once said that his strength as a director is that he's "a reformed actor," and he likes to keep the camera moving. His directing career has taken off, putting him in the chair for episodes of Leverage, The Glades, Castle, Burn Notice, Falling Skies, NCIS: Los Angeles, The Librarians, and most recently, The Orville as well as the brand new Trek series premiering on September 24th, Star Trek: Discovery. Happy birthday to the man with the vision, the beard, and the trombone!


Twelve co-production projects were chosen by screen.brussels fund during its second session
Breaking out of the confines of daily life or diving right into it: that is what the 12 projects selected by screen.brussels fund for its second session of 2016 have promised. The regional fund for audiovisual co-productions has fulfilled its mission of generating jobs and investments in the Brussels audiovisual sector. Whether they are about searching for dream giants or through the rubble of 22 March 2016, whether set in Art Deco Brussels or cyber Brussels, the 12 projects (feature-length films, television series, documentaries, SVOD) sweep us away and challenge us. A small tour:
Nine feature films, including two animated films and one documentary
Ascension Day: In the streets of Brussels, three paths cross: three characters who never would have met other than during the tragic bombings of 22 March 2016. It’s an adventure that also features crossed paths as far as the co-production is concerned, with a Flemish Brussels production company Minds Meet (Laeken), a French Brussels one Artemis (Schaerbeek) and a Dutch neighbour (Phanta films) that collaborated on this Flemish film by Bas Devos, also from Brussels.
Drôle de père: Brussels director Amélie Van Elmbt has penned her second film in which a divorced father finds himself unexpectedly on his own with his daughter. Produced by Luc and Jean-Pierre Dardenne (Les Films du Fleuve), this opus was shot in Brussels with a cast that brings together a large number of Brusselians, with the main roles being held by Xavier Seron and Lina Doillon, among others.
I Kill Giants: Adapted from a coming-of-age fantasy comic book, I Kill Giants boasts an international cast with Zoë Saldana (Avatar, Star Trek) and is directed by Andres Walter (Oscar for the Best Live Action Short Film 2014). Where’s Brussels in all this? The Brussels co-production company Umedia (Ixelles) will be doing the special effects and the visuals in Brussels, with eight months of work for some 50 artists.
La part sauvage: Ben, 25, gets out of prison and fights against hate and Islamist temptations while trying to reconnect with his son. The first film from Brussels director Guérin van de Vorst, La part sauvage places Brussels at the heart of the story. Vincent Rottiers (Le monde nous appartient) leads the cast, which also includes Brussels residents in the main roles (Salomé Richard, David Murgia) for this production from Wrong Men North (Saint-Gilles).
Seule à mon mariage: With her first film, Marta Bergman of Brussels shows us the life of a young Gypsy woman leaving her country and her child to get married in Brussels with a stranger, in order to offer her family a better life. The film explores the streets of the capital, both onscreen and off, since the post-production images and sound are being handled at Alea Jacta and Des Airs (Saint-Gilles), and Studio l’Equipe (Evere).
The Happy Prince: Rupert Everett (My Best Friend’s Wedding, Shrek 2) directs this feature-length film about the last days of Oscar Wilde, in which he acts together with Colin Firth (The King’s Speech, A Single Man). Many Art Deco locations in Brussels (Le Métropole, Royal Gallery Saint-Hubert - Galeries de la Reine, Café Cirio, etc. ) are part of the filming of this co-production of Entre chien et loup (Schaerbeek), with special effects to be done by Nozon (Koekelberg).
Petit Vampire: In this animated film by Joann Sfar (Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life, The Rabbi’s Cat), an orphan meets the Little Vampire and escapes into a dream universe in order to tame his dark thoughts. This is an international co-production project handled by the Compagnie Cinématographique (Saint-Gilles), which has entrusted a significant amount of work (16 full-time employees for one year) to the animation studio l’Enclume (Molenbeek).
The Son of Bigfoot: A young boy is convinced that he is the son of Bigfoot in this 3D animated film by Ben Stassen, director of Fly Me To The Moon, a pioneering example of the genre. The creation of this feature-length film was led by nWave (Forest), one of the region’s biggest employers in the audiovisual sector (almost 100 full-time employees). Post-production is also staying in the capital thanks to Studio L’Équipe (Evere) and Blue Cry (Schaerbeek).
Ashcan: Willy Perelsztejn from Création et Memoires (Forest) has made a documentary on the little-known history of the secret prison where the main Nazi leaders were incarcerated in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg after the Allied victory of 8 May 1945. In an original manner, the film will follow a stage production of the Théâtre National de Luxembourg based on the subject. The post-production images and sound as well as the dubbing will be done in Brussels by Triangle7 (Watermael-Boitsfort), Twins (Evere) and Sonicville (Koekelberg).
For television, a fiction series and a documentary series
Unité 42: In ten 52-minute episodes, this Belgian cop series produced by Left Field Ventures (Ixelles) and already pre-purchased by France 2 focuses on the work of the Brussels Digital Unit, a special police unit that solves cyber crime. Supported by the Fonds spécial Fédération Wallonie Brussels-RTBF, eight of these episodes will take place in Brussels, which we will see under all its angles. There are also some 20 Brussels-based actors among the main and supporting cast. The series will be directed by a trio of Flemish directors. At the head of this triumvirate is Indra Siera, seconded by Roel Mondelaers and Hendrik Moonen.
Palais Royal: For this documentary series that takes a never-seen-before look at the investigation of the Brabant killers, we have an association of Flemish Brussels producers (Riche, Riche & Riche) and French Brussels ones (Thank You & Good Night). Two Brussels directors are at the helm: Manu Riche and Yves Hinant. The series will feature 12 episodes coproduced by VRT and RTBF as well as a 90-minute version for ARTE.
A series destined for SVOD
Funcorp: From the world of webseries, Brussels Video Crew (Watermael-Boitsfort) is producing seven 10-minute episodes destined for SVOD on CANALPLAY. This comedy series takes place in the 1990s in a newly created calendar manufacturing company that is falling prey to the emergence of new technologies. The entire project, from its offbeat spirit to the technical and artistic teams (14 people), is Made in Brussels.
More than €16 million generated from an investment of €1,315,000
screen.brussels fund has kept its promise, since the funds invested have had a leverage effect of more than 1223% in the Brussels audiovisual sector. The €1,315,000 invested in these 12 projects will generate €16 million in audiovisual expenditures (wages, post-production services, equipment hire, etc.), without counting indirect benefits such as for the services, hospitaliy and transport sectors.
Women and first films in the spotlight
Two of the selected projects are being directed by women from Brussels: Amélie Van Elmbt with Drôle de père and Marta Bergman with Seule à mon mariage. The latter is also one of the two first films of the selection, alongside La part sauvage by Guérin van de Vorst.
A very positive first report for the new Brussels fund, benefiting the Belgian audiovisual sector.
With €3 million invested in 2016, screen.brussels fund confirms its role as investor and essential partner in the financing of film and audiovisual productions in Belgium: out of the 26 projects supported in its first year, 19 are majority Belgian projects (13 in French and 6 in Flemish).
The 14 projects selected in June 2016
Just six months ago, the Brussels-Capital Region government created the brand-new Brussels audiovisual co-production fund. With an annual co-production budget of 3 million euro, the fund launched a first call to the sector at the end of May. Many professionals duly responded and the fund’s board of directors and managing director set about choosing from a plethora of high quality projects. The final decision has been made: the screen.brussels fund has opted to invest a total sum of €1,685,000, split between 14 projects.
Eight full-length feature films selected, including one animation film
‘Le fidèle’ by Brussels-based director Michaël Roskam, from Savage Film (Molenbeek). A film very loosely inspired by the life of Brussels gangster Patrick Haemers, starring Mathias Schoenaerts and Adèle Exarchopoulos.
‘Dode Hoek’ from Brussels director Nabil Ben Yadir and produced by Antilope Joyeuse (Brussels), Wrong Men (Saint-Gilles) and Eyeworks (Zaventem). Jan, the most popular cop in Flanders, resigns from the drug squad to join a populist and nationalist party. With Peter Van Begin, Jan Decleir and David Murgia.
‘La promesse de l’aube’ is directed by Eric Barbier and produced by Nexus Factory (Liège and Forest). This historical fresco retraces the life of the famous novelist Romain Gary. A large part of the special effects will be produced in Brussels, with Charlotte Gainsbourg and Pierre Niney in the main roles.
‘Au-dessus des lois’ by François Trouckens and Jean-François Hensgens, from Versus Production (Liège and Schaerbeek). An action film about a high-flying armed robber accused of murdering an investigating judge. With Olivier Gourmet, Lubna Azabal (Brussels), Tibo Vandenboore (Brussels) and Anne Coesens (Brussels).
‘Une part d’ombre’ by Brussels director Samuel Tilman in what will be his first full-length feature film. Proposed by Eklektic Productions (Ixelles), the plot centres on a dad suspected of committing a murder while on holiday. Some of his loved ones begin to doubt his innocence. With Fabrizio Rongione (Brussels), Myriem Akheddiou (Brussels) and Arieh Worthalter (Brussels).
‘La fine équipe’ by Ismaël Saïdi in conjunction with Scope Pictures (Rixensart and Ixelles). This popular comedy shot entirely in the Belgian capital tells the story of a former five-a-side football star from Brussels who has to try to win a tournament in order to pay off his debts. With Reda Chebchoubi (Brussels), James Deano (Brussels) and Kody (Brussels).
‘De Premier’ by Erik Van Looy, produced by FBO (Strombeek Bever). In this all-Belgian thriller, the Prime Minister is kidnapped. He will be released on condition that he assassinates Madam President of the United States scheduled to visit Belgium. With Koen De Bouw, Dirk Roofthooft, Charlotte Vandermeersch and Saskia Reeves.
‘The Street Party’, a full-length animated film from Caviar Antwerpen in co-production with Zentropa (Denmark). This relatively low-budget full-length animation film will generate a significant volume of work for two Brussels animation studios located in Koekelberg and Molenbeek.
TV series also set to benefit, with three exciting projects backed:
‘Les pionniers’, a series of 10 52-minute episodes directed by Alain Brunard is produced by To Do Today (Woluwe-Saint-Lambert). Also co-funded by the FWB-RTBF fund, this legal series explores the new ‘legal Far West’ that is the lnternet. An ambitious Brussels lawyer has just hired her half-sister, a hacker on a suspended sentence whom she barely knows. Sixty-seven days of filming in Brussels, with a whole host of Brussels acting talent including Olivia Harkay, Lula Béry and Adrien Letartre.
‘Generatie B’, a series of 6 30-minute episodes designed and directed by Pieter Van Hees and Joost Vandecasteele (Brussels) and produced by De Mensen (Zaventem). To be broadcast on Canvas at the start of 2017, this series transports us to a world where Belgium’s credit rating has been downgraded from AA+ to B. With Eva Binon, Jeroen Perceval, Ella June Henrard, Jeroen Van Der Ven (Brussels), Efrat Galai (Brussels) and Chiel Van Berkel (Brussels).
‘Transfert’, a series co-produced by Arte, directed by Olivier Guignard and Antoine Charreyron. Produced by Be Films (Ixelles), this science-fiction series of six 52-minute episodes depicts a character that has undergone a ‘transfer’ after five years in a coma. His mind has merged with someone else’s body and he has become a stranger to his loved ones. Starring Brussels actor Arieh Worthalter, this series was shot almost entirely in Brussels.
Two documentaries and one web series
As for productions with more modest budgets, two documentaries and a web series were also selected at this first investment session.
‘La vie à venir’ from Brussels director Claudio Capanna and produced by Stenola (Brussels) goes behind the scenes at the ‘very premature neonatal’ unit at Erasmus Hospital.
‘La langue rouge’ by director Violaine de Villers paints a portrait of contemporary Brussels artist Walter Swennen, a documentary produced by Aligator Film (Ixelles).
And finally, the web series 'Euh Saison 2' is the continuation of the popular web comedy series co-produced by the RTBF’s web creation department and Grizzly Films (Schaerbeek). It has already won over Canal Play France, which contributes 50% of the production costs. Euh is all about Benoît, a guy incapable of making choices. With Gregory Beghin (Brussels), Erika Sainte (Brussels) and Mourad Zegendhi (Brussels).
One public euro invested per 7.6 euro spent in Brussels
Since it is an economic fund, additional attention has been paid to projects that generate structural effects in terms of jobs for Brussels talents and the order book of audio-visual service providers sustainably based within the Brussels-Capital Region. For this first session, commitments came to over €12,813,000 of audiovisual expenses in the region, meaning an impressive average ratio of 760% between the amounts invested and the expenses generated within the Brussels-Capital Region.
Ten of the 14 projects showcase Brussels!
This very eclectic selection should also generate quite significant returns in terms of image for the region, since locations around Brussels will feature strongly in the vast majority of the projects selected.
Brussels backs three Flemish projects and three Walloon projects
The projects chosen are also highly diverse in terms of formats, budgets and production companies. Brussels production firms present eight of them, while Flanders and Wallonia-based companies provide three apiece. The particular diversity of these projects also reflects the capital’s highly multicultural nature.
Complementary with other regional funds
This selection also confirms, if needed, the complementary nature of the regional funds to which producers can apply and, in certain cases, combines, as ‘Le Fidèle’ is backed by the three regional funds, ‘Dode Hoek’ by Screen Flanders and screen.brussels, and ‘Au-dessus des lois’ by Wallimage and screen.brussels.
Next session in October 2016
The second 2016 session of screen.brussels is scheduled for the end of October, with the deadline date for submitting applications set for Thursday 20 October 2016 and a final decision expected at the end of November 2016.
The budget available will be €1,315,000.
We would like to take this opportunity to emphasise that it is the submission date that triggers the start date for the eligibility of invoices and that producers can submit their projects ahead of the 20 October 2016 deadline.


Students at the Ambridge Area High School performed Disney’s The Little Mermaid on March 5-8, 2020. Great job to all of the cast, stage crew, and directors! Some of the lead roles were played by Piper Dunlap (Ariel), Reed Fisher (Prince Eric), Noah White (King Triton), Grant Scheidemantle (Grimsby), John Barnhart (Scuttle), Ryan Krokonko (Sebastian), Carlina Powell (Ursula), and Fiona Ozenich (Flounder). The production was directed by Jessica Patterson. Thank you to Joe Indovina for the pictures, Jeff DeSantis for conducting the orchestra, AAHS Stage Crew, and a special thank you to the production staff!
Ambridge Area School District, 901 Duss Avenue, Ambridge, PA 15003 724.266.2833 email@example.com


Dusty is a Toronto-based writer, director and producer. His previous short film, WINTER HYMNS, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2016 Slamdance Film Festival, the Golden Egg Award at the Reykjavík International Film Festival, Board of Directors Award at the North Carolina Film Festival and Best Short, Best Director and Best Cast at the Canadian Film Fest. His short films have screened at festivals worldwide, including TIFF, VIFF, BFI London Film Festival, Krakow Film Festival and have aired on CBC, Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, and sold to Shorts International. His feature screenplay THE HUNGRY WILD was developed through the NSI Features First Program and the Whistler Film Festival's Praxis's Screenwriting Lab. Most recently, he received financing for his first feature film through Telefilm Canada's Talent to Watch program. Dusty holds a BFA with honours in film production from York University, is an alumnus of the Reykjavík Talent Lab, TIFF Talent Lab, and was selected to participate in Telefilm Canada's inaugural Not Short on Talent panel at TIFF.


The beauty of nature takes over the silver screen here on the Darß once every year. Nature lovers, filmmakers, and documentary freaks come together each year for the Darßer Naturfilmfestival. A selection of the most moving and aesthetically pleasing images of our planet compete here for the Golden Crane, the German Nature Film Prize.
Just as the thousands of cranes make their way to the Darß each October, the prize for the best nature film is being awarded in Prerow. Germany’s highest honour for nature documentarians attracts writers, filmmakers and documentary fans from all over to this idyllic spot on the Baltic.
14 films, cinema and television productions are nominated each year for the German Nature Film Prize. The films not only show the magic of nature, but also how it is being destroyed across the planet. Recent years have seen films about “problem bears”, dying queen bees, and intelligent plants.
The festival is accompanied with workshops, discussions and excursions to the national park. The direct link between filmmakers and audience ensures an almost family atmosphere. “This mix of holiday, movie festival, seminar and family reunion is really unique,” says author and journalist Volker Arzt, who regularly attends the festival.
The “CAMäleon” prize is given to filmmakers between the ages of 12 and 18 in cooperation with the Heinz Sielmann Foundation.
The festival was launched to mark the fifteenth anniversary of the national park “Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft”. It has since become a popular industry event and cultural highlight on the Darß. Venues include Prerow’s Kulturkaten Kiek In and the cinema boat in Born harbour.


CNF Reader, Fiction & Pop Fiction Reader – Spring 2015
Suri Parmar is a Toronto-based “creative carpet bomber” with a background in film and architectural design. Her work has screened at film festivals around the world. Among her influences, she includes Wong Kar-wai, the Wachowskis, and Angela Carter.
She is presently completing a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing at the University of Southern Maine, and is directing a short stop motion film funded by the Canada Council of the Arts, the Ontario Arts Council, and the Toronto Arts Council.


Thursday 10th February
20:00 - 21:30 (GMT) via Zoom
Talking Point and Filmbase are running a webinar on starting out in the Props Department of Film and TV productions. A panel of experienced Props crew members will give advice on everything you need to know about the department. We will discuss what working in the department is like, how to approach employers and what skills you need to start a successful career in props.
The panel will include senior Props Department members who have many years of experience on every type of production, from low budget TV to major motion picture films.
We will also hear from some more junior crew members who are rising up through the grades and remember very clearly what it was like at the beginning.
Muffin Green, Prop Master.
With over 20 years in the industry, Muffin has worked as a Property Master on a huge variety of film and TV productions. From iconic smaller budget films such as The Favourite, In Bruges and The Last King of Scotland, to big budget blockbusters such as Cruella and Paddington 2, Muffin's career has spanned all genres and periods.
Tom Roberts, Props Master
Tom is also a Props Master, and has had a long career in props, working in many of the different roles, such as Standby Props, Storeman and dressing props. Tom has worked as Prop Master on many contemporary TV series, such as Bodyguard, but has also worked on numerous period productions such as Peaky Blinders and Mr Selfridge.
Chris Chandler, Chargehand Standby Props
Chris was a geologist and diving instructor before becoming a propman on commercials in 2001. Chris then moved into TV and film as a Standby Propman. Since then, he has worked in the Standby role, on a vast range of genres, spanning different periods and budgets. Most recently Chris has worked on Cruella and Venom: Let There Be Carnage.
Emily Britton, Storeperson
Emily started her career in the Props department on Solo: A Star Wars Story, after doing a BFI trainee scheme. Emily then applied to Talking Point’s mentee and Props scheme, which led her to follow the Props storeman route, which she says perfectly fits her personality.
The webinar is free for all. Let us know what topics you would like the panel to answer by filling in the form when you register.
Talking Point works with the UK film and television industries producing a range of industry led programmes for those currently working in film and television; a platform for industry professionals to exchange ideas, delivering training strategies, identifying skills gaps ensuring there are affordable, industry relevant training opportunities available to producers, directors and technicians. www.talkingpoint.uk.net
Filmbase.uk has been set up by members of the Art and Set Dec departments, to provide a central resource for crew working on film and TV projects in the UK. Since launching in 2020, over 1000 Art Department and Set Decoration crew members have joined the site. HoDs can use Filmbase to advertise for crew. Members then receive job alerts for productions and job roles that they are interested in. Filmbase has now sent out almost 650 job alerts to its members, helping many HoDs crew up, and members find their next jobs. www.filmbase.uk


Türkân Şoray (born June 18, 1945, Istanbul), is a Turkish actress, screenwriter and director. Türkân Şoray has starred in the most feature films for a female actress worldwide, and has a whopping 222 films to her name. She is regarded as one of the four most important actresses in Turkish cinema, and is the icon for a golden age in Turkish cinematography.
Türkân Şoray, born in Eyüp, Istanbul, Turkey, was the first child in a family of government officials. Türkân has two sisters, namely Nazan and Figen. Their father passed away very early.
With the support of her mother, Meliha Şoray (1927-1984), Türkân decided to step into the acting world, and starred in her first film in the 1960s.
Türkân has had two public relationships in the span of her career. She had an on-again/off-again relationship with Rüçhan Adlı (1923-1995), the former vice-president of soccer club Galatasaray, of which she eventually parted her ways from, after he continuously said to, but failed to leave his wife for her. She did, however, stay by his side in the hospital, and spent his last days with him there when he was on his deathbed in 1995.
Türkân married theater actor Cihan Ünal in 1983, and had a daughter with him, namely Yağmur, before divorcing him in 1987.
She made her film debut in 1960 at just 15 years old with the film Aşk Rüzgarı (The Wind of Love). After the movie’s success Türkan started to be advised by a Yeşilçam screenwriter, film director and producer Türker İnanoğlu. It is he, who would in the same year, sack Türkan’s close friend Emel Yıldız in order to give his new prodigy the leading role in the studio’s upcoming movie Köyde Bir Kız Sevdim (Falling in Love with a Girl in the Village).
For the next five years, Şoray appeared in over sixty films. After her 1965 triumph, she was named as one of Turkey’s four leading actresses. For the remainder of the 1960s she starred in a further 48 films, making her one of Turkey’s most successful female artists in Turkish film history having acted in over 100 movies in the span of ten years. But this would be short-lived because the market changed during the 1970s and 1980s.
She went on working with respectable directors in later years. One of them was Atıf Yılmaz, with whom she would work in both dramas and comedies. In the 1970s she also acted in films with a more realistic theme. She also directed four films in those years. Her most applauded films in the 1970s included Selvi Boylum Al Yazmalım, Hazal, Sultan, Dönüş and Baraj. In those films she was mostly accompanied by the famous Turkish actor Kadir İnanır.
She won her first of many awards when she received the best actress prize at the ‘Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival’ for the film Acı Hayat (Bitter Life).
At the end of the 1960s, she was named one of the four greatest actresses of the Turkish cinema. She was highly applauded for her choices in film and her ability to act in a wide variety of roles. She starred in Vesikalı Yarim (My Licensed Love) for which she was awarded the Best Actress Award for the second time in the Antalya Film Festival.
In the 1980s she began portraying women with problems of female identity; Mine, Rumuz Goncagül (Nickname: Goncagül), On Kadın (Ten Women) etc. She won her third Best Actress Award from the Antalya Film Festival in 1987 with the film Hayallerim, Aşkım ve Sen(My Dreams, My Love and You), in which she portrays three different women, each of whom is a facet of Türkan Şoray herself.
Some of her awards are:
Antalya Film Festival Best Actress Award
1987-Hayallerim, Aşkım ve Sen
1994-Bir Aşk Uğruna
Moscow Film Festival Grand Jury Prize
1973-Dönüş (her directorial debut)
Tashkent Film Festival Best Actress Award
1978-Selvi Boylum Al Yazmalım
Bastia Film Festival Best Actress Award
1992-Soğuktu ve Yağmur Çiseliyordu
1996 Istanbul Film Festival, Honorary Cinema Award
1999 Rome Film Festival, Honorary Award


In the Memories of our beloved Actor Late Mr. Irfan Khan, We bring here his Top-Ten Bollywood Movies. We hope these Movies always inspire us
1-PAN SINGH TOMAR-Paan Singh Tomar, an athlete, wins gold medals at the Indian National Games seven times in a row. He is forced to become a dacoit when his mother is murdered and the police don’t take any action.
2-BILLU BARBER-The people in a village discover that Billu, a poor barber, is a childhood friend of the superstar Sahir Khan, who has arrived for a film shoot. They shower him with favours to introduce them to him.
3-D-DAY- Intelligence officer Wali Khan and a team of highly-trained officers are set to nab Goldman, one of India’s most wanted terrorists. However, their mission is threatened by a minor miscalculation.
4-MADARI-Nirmal, a man who lost his son due to the negligence of the government, seeks revenge and kidnaps the ten-year-old son of the home minister, forcing the administration to meet his demands.
5-THE LUNCHBOX-An unlikely mistake by a tiffin carrier service results in Ila’s tiffin, that was made for her husband, being delivered to Saajan Fernandes. An unusual friendship soon develops between the two.
6-LIFE OF PI-Pi Patel finds a way to survive in a lifeboat that is adrift in the middle of nowhere. His fight against the odds is heightened by the company of a hyena and a male Bengal tiger.
7-GUNDAY-Childhood friends Bikram and Bala aspire to take over the coal mafia. However, they fall in love with the same woman, Nandita, which leads to a rift forming between the two.
8-SALAAM BOMBAY-When a revengeful Krishna destroys his brother’s motorbike, his mother asks him to return home only when he earns INR 500 to repair it. In a turn of events, he finds himself in a Mumbai slum.
9-MAQBOOL-Maqbool, an underworld don’s henchman, falls in love with his boss’s mistress, Nimmi, who instigates him to kill the don and become the next leader.
10-HINDI MEDIUM-Raj and Mita yearn to get Pia, their daughter, educated from a reputed school. When they learn that their background is holding her back, they do everything to ensure that she gets into the school.


With the release of the 2017 Marvel block buster ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ fans across the world were hyped for a rebooted look at the ‘Thor’ franchise, given that previous movies were dark, lacking plot, substance and generally gave audiences the feeling that the movie existed simply for character exposition and boosting the franchise forward. A movie just for the sake of a sequel. This was the apparent trend until Marvel came out with ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ which consisted of characters and story plots that many fans weren’t very aware of unless they were hardcore marvel fans. To everyone’s surprise, it brought something new and exciting, not just to the Marvel franchise but to the entire genre of superhero movies. It was fresh, funny, had excellent story plot that was simple to grasp and plenty of action to keep us from wanting.
Following the success of this, Marvel remodelled it’s latest installment in the Thor movie franchise accordingly and provided many of the same elements: great soundtrack, light mood, plenty of action, and a simple plot that gave us more bang for our buck and at the same time did the job of getting into more detail on the avenger we knew little about. It gave us everything we were missing in the ‘Thor’ movies and covered the missing pieces in the previous film; ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’.
Everything was well in place except for one thing; Hulk’s own movie!
True marvel comic fans know that the appearance of Hulk in the Thor movie and the story arc, was based around the ‘Planet Hulk’ comics. This brings into question; when Marvel will bring in a rebooted, fresh take on a stand-alone Hulk movie, as a stand-alone ‘Planet hulk’ movie recounting Dr. Banner’s disappearance at the end of the previous film would be a big hit with fans. Be it the issue copyrights disputes or artistic differences or all of the above, we as marvel fans would definitely watch a marvel reboot for our ‘angry green giant’.


STORMTROOPER JEDHA PATROL | Rogue One | Star Wars The Black Series
Kids and collectors alike can imagine the biggest battles and missions in the Star Wars saga with figures from Star Wars The Black Series! With exquisite features and decoration, this series embodies the quality and realism that Star Wars devotees love. Star Wars The Black Series includes figures, vehicles, and roleplay items from the Star Wars Galaxy, including comics, movies, and animated series.
Ages 4 and up
⚠ WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.


To commemorate the one-year anniversary of Shore, Fleet Foxes longtime collaborator Sean Pecknold will screen a retrospective of his Fleet Foxes film-based work at the GRAMMY Museum on September 21. Since 2008, Sean has crafted the visual narrative behind Fleet Foxes' songs, interpreting them for the screen in the form of music videos, short films and production design. While his chosen medium shifts dynamically between claymation, stop-frame animation and live action, his point of view remains singularly engaging. Employing analog filmmaking techniques, he creates stories that evoke a vast range of universal emotion whether his characters are lonely shapes, people, creatures or objects. This poster commemorating the retrospective of his work for Fleet Foxes was designed by LA-based designer Liana Jegers.


Following on the success of our previous One Act Play Seasons, Peridot Theatre welcomes submissions for their final season for 2023. Peridot Theatre is calling for original One Act Plays to be performed in November 2023 at the Clayton Community Centre.
Peridot Theatre is proud to support and encourage new works, so if you have an idea for a short play that you would like to develop for performance, please submit your script! Peridot Theatre will support your play by providing rehearsal space and an opportunity to have your work performed publicly during the week of our One Act Play season. They welcome submissions that already have a director or cast attached. However, if required, we can also help find directors and actors to work on your play.
Peridot Theatre are seeking to be as inclusive as possible and therefore will interpret the theme broadly. They are looking for works that explore, in some way:
– migration, refugee and/or settlement stories, or/and
– make use of languages other than English.
Lodge your submission and script by emailing [email protected] by 25 June 2023. No more than 30 scripts will be accepted.
Performance Dates: 9-11 November (4 shows)
Performance Location: Clayton Community Centre (9 – 15 Cooke Street, Clayton, 3168)
Rehearsal Period: August to October 2023
Rehearsal Location: Fleigner Hall (31 Highland Ave, Oakleigh East, 3166)
Please read the submission guidelines below.
ONE ACT PLAY SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
1. Eligibility: Plays must be original work. We are looking for plays that are new, inventive, fresh, and not an adaptation of work by another author.
2. Theme: Migration, Refugee, Settlement stories or plays that make use of languages other than English
3. Length: Running for between 5 minutes to no more than approximately 20-30 minutes. Exceptions may be made for works deemed exceptionally creative or original.
4. Structure: Although not a requirement, preferential consideration will be given to plays with basic setting – for example: in one scene and/or a single setting.
5. Genre: Can be comedy, drama, mystery, thriller or monologue.
6. Cast: No more than five on-stage actors. More characters are allowed if actors double, or you use projection/voice-over. A list of characters with a brief physical description of each must be included with your script.
7. Technical Limitation: In order to facilitate set changes between plays, settings should be simple, suitable for small stage or black box theatre, requiring very minimal set or furniture and limited technical effects. You will only have 3 to 5 minutes to set up the stage between performances.
8. Format: PDF or Microsoft Word, prepared using standard formatting for a stage play. Any text in a language other than English must be followed by the English translation or the English translation provided as a footnote on the same page.
9. Anonymity: The author’s name must not appear on any of the pages, allowing the script to be initially evaluated anonymously. Pages should be numbered.
10. Submission Limit: One play per playwright.
11. Submission Method: Please email your script, with a separate one-page submission sheet that includes:
a. playwright(s) name(s)
b. a brief introduction about the playwright(s)
c. a brief synopsis of the play
d. explanatory notes about the background of the play and how it relates to our theme
e. any staging/casting ideas we should consider
f. if you have a director and cast already attached to the project or if you would like us to find a director/cast
12. Deadline: Please email the one-page submission & script to [email protected] by 25 June 2023. No more than 30 scripts will be accepted. With our receipt of the thirtieth script, no further entries will be considered.
13. Selection Process: The play selection process begins with evaluation by our team of readers, who will independently score each play according to their assessment of how the play reflects the theme of Migration, Refugee, Settlement stories or makes use of languages other than English in storytelling, character, dialogue, theatricality and their own emotional response. The second stage may involve a short online discussion with the playwright about their work and vision for the play. The plays chosen will be announced by the end of June 2023.
14. Rehearsal and Performance: Plays selected will be rehearsed at Fleigner Hall (from August to October 2023) and performed at Clayton Community Centre.


|THE LAST JEDI PREMIERE MOVIE NIGHT!
Hosted by Lock & Partners
May the force be with you as you journey far, far away... well Takapuna
As a small but cheerful gesture of saying thank you for your business, Lock & Partners
warmly invite you to join us for the premiere release of the new Star Wars Movie, The
When: 6 pm - 9 pm, Thursday 14 December.
Where: Berkeley Cinema, Takapuna.
Pre-movie drinks, popcorn and ice creams from 6 pm - 6:20 pm
The movie starts promptly at 6:30 pm
Please RSVP by return email before Friday 24 November. If attending, please indicate
how many tickets you would ideally like. Please note tickets are limited to availability
so we will do our best to accommodate your request.
This is a movie for all ages (well probably 7 or 8 years and older) so of course feel free to bring
your grandchildren, children, parents or grandparents.


Full day trip canoeing through the tropical mangrove forest and caves hidden in the islands of the Phang Nga Bay. Visit the famous film set of James Bond 007 at the "Khao Tapu" or James Bond Island.
07:00 hrs. Pick up from your hotel in Phuket.
08:30 hrs. Welcome you at Ao Po pier Phuket to check-in.
09:00 hrs. Depart to Phang-nga Bay by big boat.
10:00 hrs. Explore Panak Island sightseeing wonderful splendid cave and mangrove forest by canoe.
11:00 hrs. Explore Hong island by canoe and see unique ecosystem
12:30 hrs. Enjoy with quality buffet lunch while cruising to James Bond island
13:00 hrs. Arrive at James Bond Island where filmed James Bond 007 “The man with the golden gun”
15:00 hrs. Swimming and canoeing at Nakae island
17:30 hrs. Return back to the pier, then transfer back to your hotel.
What should I bring with?
- Sunglasses, hat
- Waterproof bag
- Pocket money
For more information, please feel free to contact us on WhatsApp (+66)95-5048282


Almost everybody loves watching movies. From the blockbuster Hollywood films, the unique content of Bollywood movies, down to our favorite local flicks, there’s always an urge to catch one. However, we also don’t have the time to pay a visit to a theater house or sit and relax in our home to watch a movie. Luckily, we have our smartphones that we just carry in our pockets everywhere. So, let us all discover the best movie apps available for our Android and iOS phones and binge watch movies anytime and anywhere.
The Best Free Movie Apps
If you’re looking for a totally free movie app available, tune in to Vix. The mobile streaming app boasts over 20,000 hours of content to watch anytime. It offers thousands of full-length films, TV series, and a lot more. Vix focuses on providing Spanish and Latino entertainment. Additionally, it updates and adds new content constantly. Lastly, you can watch films and series from several genres available.
- Also available on Smart TVs and PC
- Minimal ads compared to live TV
- Not advisable for devices with larger screen
Next free movies app that you can rely on is Plex. It is a home for several on demand and blockbuster movies. Here, you can also watch any films that were recently launched in the cinema. Another good thing about the app is it allows you to download movies and watch them offline. Finally, it also offers live TV streaming for several news and TV channels.
- Users can also stream music
- Available to connect to other device like Smart TVs
- Must purchase its premium plan to access all features
Old Movies & Classics
If you’re into the golden age of cinema, install Old Movies & Classics on your Android or iOS smartphone. This free movie application focuses on streaming classic Hollywood movies, as it name suggests. You can watch a film even dating back from the 1910s era. Furthermore, you can watch classic films from different genres including romance, thrillers, action, etc. Also, it adds new movies every week.
- Registered users can send suggestions for movies
- Media player is supported on tablet
- Expect the video quality is at standard at best
One of the leading free TV apps and also for movie is Pluto TV. While other apps focuses on streaming movie, this app provides thousands of TV shows and series that you can binge watch anytime. Here, you can stream the complete seasons of award-winning TV series. Additionally, it offers TV shows and movies from several genres including Horror, reality shows, and others.
- It offers Spanish-languaged series and films
- Watch live TV anytime
- Pluto TV is not available in some countries
Another free movies and tv shows app is Rakuten Viki. Unlike the other apps mentioned above, this app caters Asian series. That being said, it is one of the emerging streaming apps nowadays because of the rising popularity of Korean Dramas worldwide. Aside from that, it also offers trending and famous Asian movies. Luckily, you can also watch the movies with subtitles as it supports more than 150 languages.
- Stream KPOP performances and concerts anytime
- All contents are legal and licensed
- No other content aside from Asian flicks
One of the most unique apps to watch movies for free is The Archive. Why? The app boasts on streaming retro digitally restored movies. Moreso, it also offers some classical animations films including Sherlock Holmes series, Charles Dicken’s several kid-friendly flicks, and more. It also caters several classical films and movies that you can choose. Another unique thing here is that some restored movies are available to stream in 4K quality.
- Provides a search bar for quicker navigation
- User-friendly interface
- Too many ads
One of the rising and totally free movie apps for Android is Looke. The difference of this app from the other apps reviewed is it focuses on Brazilian films and series. The app boasts almost 8000 movies that you can watch anytime. Aside form that, you can also stream flicks from popular studios including Universal, Sony, Paramount, etc. Lastly, you can purchase a movie or series to watch it on HD.
- Lets you download movies
- Also offers TV series
- Some movies are not playing
Boasting of 200,000+ new releases of trending films with its recent update, Vudu is one of the most famous movie apps out there. The unique thing here is lets you stream most of its movies in 4K video quality. Also, it lets you download any of its content via purchasing a premium license or renting a movie. For free users, there are some ads that will show while viewing.
- Lets you cast the movie on Google Chromecast
- Equip with Kids mode and Parental Control functions for safer viewing
- Sometimes the app crashes
With more than 2500 contents and titles available, NetMovies is another free movie app that you can install. It ensures that all of its content are licensed and legal. Also, you can watch films that is dubbed in several languages available. Moreover, you can watch films in HD video and audio quality. Finally, it is available for Android and iOS smartphones, Smart TVs, and computers.
- Its official YouTube account also lets you watch movies for free
- A brief synopsis and ratings of a movie is available
- No latest movies available
The last free movie streaming app on this list is JustWatch. It become famous as a content aggregator of several video streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and more. Furthermore, you can watch any movies without ads when you bought or rented it. Here, you can access more than 90,000 movies alongside their trailers, ratings, summary, and others.
- Registered users can save their Watchlist and access on other devices.
- 100% legal content
- Pop-up ads were appearing randomly on its interface
Watching films nowadays become a challenge because of the worldwide situation we’re in. We are lucky with how streaming apps and sites update their content regularly. Also, it is so convenient that these apps are available on smartphones. Above, you can install any apps to watch movies for free according to your taste. You can also download all of them to access more content!


"Filmsite - also known as Greatest Films (http://www.filmsite.org/ and http://www.greatestfilms.org/) is a unique website containing interpretive, descriptive review commentary and background history on many of the best Hollywood and American classic films in the last century. The site initiated the recent trend to select 100 Landmark Movies in the history of American/Hollywood cinema, that serve as signposts to map the milestones of our cinematic past. The site includes rich reference material including Academy Awards history, film genres, film terms, film history by decade, trivia, and lots of lists of 'best' films, stars, scenes, quotes, resources, posters, etc."
"The Library of Congress began collecting motion pictures in 1893 when Thomas Edison and his brilliant assistant W.K.L. Dickson deposited the Edison Kinetoscopic Records for copyright. However, because of the difficulty of safely storing the flammable nitrate film used at the time, the Library retained only the descriptive material relating to motion pictures. In 1942, recognizing the importance of motion pictures and the need to preserve them as a historical record, the Library began the collection of the films themselves. From 1949 on these included films made for television. Today the Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division (MBRS) has responsibility for the acquisition, cataloging and preservation of the motion picture and television collections. The Division operates the Motion Picture and Television Reading Room to provide access and information services to an international community of film and television professionals, archivists, scholars and researchers."
Website to the Museum of the Moving Image, located in Queens NY.
"The Museum maintains the nation's largest and most comprehensive collection of artifacts relating to the art, history, and technology of the moving image—one of the most important collections of its kind in the world. Begun at the Museum's inception in 1981, today the collection numbers approximately 125,000 artifacts."
"Since 1994, IFC has cultivated television programming that challenges the conventions of storytelling. Today, IFC continues to embrace content with an indie perspective. Original series--headlined by brand-defining scripted and sketch comedy--air alongside an extraordinary collection of films and cult TV shows. Long and short-form original content inspired by music, web, gaming, animation, news, and culture is available on multiple platforms. IFC provides viewers access to must-see festivals and events around the country, like the Film Independent's Spirit Awards and SXSW. IFC.com features exclusive video, podcasts, blogs, news and reviews cultivated and written by industry experts. The network's On Demand offering, IFC Free, gives fans the opportunity to watch select content from IFC whenever they want. IFC is a subsidiary of Rainbow Media Holdings LLC."
"The IMDb started as a hobby project by an international group of movie fans (see history), essentially something by movie fans for movie fans.
It is a huge collection of movie information. We try to catalog every pertinent detail about a movie, from who was in it, to who made it, to trivia about it, to filming locations, and even where you can find reviews and fan sites on the web. We then do our best to present this information in a manner that is easy to search and access."
"Senses of Cinema is an online journal devoted to the serious and eclectic discussion of cinema. We believe cinema is an art that can take many forms, from the industrially-produced blockbuster to the hand-crafted experimental work; we also aim to encourage awareness of the histories of such diverse forms. As an Australian-based journal, we have a special commitment to the regular, wide-ranging analysis and critique of Australian cinema, past and present."
"THS is the only organization in the U.S. which exclusively records and preserves the rich architectural, cultural and social history of America's theatres. Through its collections and publications, THS makes available information on more than 15,000 theatres, primarily in the United States, and encourages further research in these areas."
"This website is a biographical guide to the world of Victorian film. It features 300 biographies of those who, behind and in front of the camera, played a significant part in creating the phenomenon of moving pictures. It is based on the book Who's Who of Victorian Cinema, published by the British Film Institute in 1996. It has been revised throughout, and new entries and background features added, to make the website serve as a reference source to the world of Victorian film and the world as seen through the eyes of the Victorian filmmakers. Victorian film we define as filmmaking in its broadest sense, from the first glimmerings in the 1870s and 80s to the death of Queen Victoria in January 1901."
"The London Film Museum is the only film museum of its kind in Great Britain, supporting the Film Industry and the talent within it. We are self supporting by way of a minimal entry price, reinvesting back into the museum and within the community, creating a number of local area initiatives that also form an important part of the school curriculum."


Unexpected Places presents 'All Theatre Should Be Physical', a two-day performance boot camp on 12th and 13th August at Cobbett Hub & Library, Bitterne Park.
On day one the group will explore different techniques to lift scripts off the page, and create new scenes that focus on visual aspects of theatre and performance. On day two, group members will bring in an item with which to create a short play. Both days run from 10-4pm with a performance to friends and family at 4pm on the second day. The days can be booked individually for £30 or together as a two-day workshop (£55).
For more information and to book your place, email email@example.com.


Lexa Doig: height, net worth, ethnicity, children, movies and TV shows
Lexa Doig is a renowned Canadian actress, former model and philanthropist. The multitalented star made a transition from the modelling world to making a ground-breaking performance in Andromeda.
Lexa Doig is one among the crème de la crème in the American film industry. Her impressive talent has attracted numerous producers that have given her various acting roles. She appeared as the female lead role of Rowan in the science fiction action horror movie Jason X and starred in Friday the 13th series.
Lexa Doig profile summary
- Full name: Alexandra Lecciones Doig
- Date of birth: 8th June 1973
- Place of birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Age: 47 years (as of 2021)
- Nationality: Canadian
- Lexa Doig ethnicity: Caucasian-white
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Weight: 52 kg
- Marital status: Married
- Spouse: Michael Shanks
- Profession: Actress, former model, philanthropist
- Net worth: $500, 000
Lexa Doig biography
Alexandra Lecciones Doig was born on 8th June 1973 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her parents are David W Doig (father) and Gloria B Lecciones (mother). Her father is a Canadian engineer and a former petroleum executive officer in Toronto, while her mother is a registered nurse.
What is Lexa Doig ethnicity? The actress has a mixed-race ethnic background. Her father is of Scottish and Irish ancestry from Britain, while her mother comes from Dumaguete City in the Philippines. She is of British origin on her father's side and Filipino on her mother's side.
The singer is the youngest child in the family of four. She has an elder brother Ted Doig. While growing up, she studied rhythmic gymnastics, and as a teenager, she studied American Sign Language. She enrolled at Don Mills Collegiate Institute for her high school education.
The actress began her modelling career while still undertaking her compulsory education at Don Mills Institute. She enrolled in a vocational modelling program when she was 16 years old. Immediately, a talent agent offered to be her representative and booked her for various modelling projects.
During her final year in high school, she chose to drop out and pursue acting. She landed her first job as a co-host for the Canadian game show, Video & Arcade Top 10, between 1991 and 2006.
While still working as a co-host, she auditioned for roles in films and TV shows. She also worked on several theatre productions such as Romeo and Juliet and Arsenic, and Old Lace. She landed her first acting role in 1993 as Second Girl in The Hidden Room.
Her debut in movies happened in 1995 when she starred in Jungleground. Even with these movies and TV shows, the actress had not attained her breakthrough until 2000 when she appeared in No Alibi's film.
Her breakthrough on the big screen opened room for other significant roles in different films and TV shows. She landed the title role in Gene Roddenberry's science fiction TV series Andromeda. From 2000 to 2005, the actress portrayed the Andromeda Ascendant ship's computer in three personas. These were:
- The ship's powerful Artificial Intelligence on the ship's screen
- The AI's hologram
- As Rommie, the android avatar of the AI
The actress has continued to ace different roles in many movies and TV shows over the years. Here are the highlights of Lexa Doig movies and TV shows:
- 1995 - Jungleground as Spider
- 1999 - Teen Sorcery as Mercedes
- 2000 - No Alibi as Camille
- 2001 - Jason X as Rowan LaFontaine
- 2011 - Tactical Force as Jannard
- 1993 - The Hidden Room as Second Girl
- 1994 to 1996 - TekWar as Cowgirl
- 1996 - Taking the Falls as Netta
- 1996 - F/X: The Series as Reporter
- 1996 - Flash Gordon as Dale Arden
- 1996 - Ready or Not as Receptionist
- 1997 - While My Pretty One Sleeps as Tse Tse
- 1999 - CI5: The New Professionals as Tina Backus
- 1999 to 2000 - Traders as M.J. Sullivan
- 2000 - Code Name Phoenix as Conchita Flores
- 2000 - Earth: Final Conflict as Joan Price
- 2001 - The Tracker as Kim Chang
- 2002 - The Chris Isaak Show as Detective Lucy Ramirez
- 2004 - Human Cargo as Rachel Sanders
- 2005 - The 4400 as Wendy Paulson
- 2005 - Killer Instinct as Hospital Doctor
- 2000 to 2005 - Andromeda as Andromeda Ascendant/Rommie
- 2005 to 2007 - Stargate SG-1 as Dr Carolyn Lam
- 2007 - Second Sight as Jenny Morris
- 2007 to 2008 - Eureka as Dr Anne Young
- 2008 - Ba'al: The Storm God as Pena
- 2009 - Fireball as Ava
- 2009 - Supernatural as Risa
- 2010 - V as Dr Leah Pearlman
- 2010 to 2011 - Smallville as Dr. Christina Lamell
- 2011 - Health Nutz as Ivonka
- 2013 - Primeval: New World as Dr Mara Fridkin
- 2012 to 2015 - Continuum as Sonya Valentine
- 2012 to 2014 - Arctic Air as Petra Hossa
- 2014 - Saving Hope as Dr Selina Quintos
- 2015 - A Bone to Pick: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2015 - Real Murders: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2016 - Three Bedrooms, One Corpse: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2016 - The Julius House: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2017 to 2020 - Arrow as Talia al Ghul
- 2017 to 2018 - The Arrangement as Deann Anderson
- 2017 - Dead Over Heels: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2017 - A Bundle of Trouble: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2018 - Reap What You Sew: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery as Sally Allison
- 2018 - Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: The Disappearing Game as Sally Allison
- 2019 - Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Game of Cat and Mouse as Sally Allison
- 2019 - Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: An Inheritance to Die For as Sally Allison
- 2019 - Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Very Foul Play as Sally Allison
- 2019 to 2020 - Virgin River as Paige Lassiter
- 2020 - Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Heist and Seek as Sally Allison
- TBA - Chucky as Bree Webber
Husband and children
Lexa is married to Michael Shanks. He is a Canadian actor, director and writer. He is famous for starring as Dr Daniel Jackson in the Canadian-American military science fiction TV series Stargate SG-1. The duo met on the set of Andromeda.
They dated for a few years before tying the knot on 2nd August 2003. The couple is blessed with two lovely kids. Lexa Doig and Michael Shanks children are Samuel David Shanks (son) and Mia Tabitha Shanks (daughter).
Lexa and Michael have worked together in the following films:
- 2003 - Day of Judgment, Day of Wrath
- Castmates in the final two seasons of Stargate SG-1
- 2011 - Tactical Force
- 2019 - Netflix Original series Virgin River
Lexa Doig height and body measurements
Lexa stands at the height of 5 feet 6 inches and weighs 52 kg. She measures 35-24-35 inches for her bust, waist and hips, respectively. The actress wears a dress size 6 (US) and shoe size 8 (US).
Lexa Doig net worth
The actress has earned a significant sum of money from her career spans close to three decades. She has an estimated net worth of $500 000.
Lexa Doig is the epitome of hard work, discipline and commitment to her work. Her excellence has seen her rise steadily into becoming one of the best actresses in Canada. She is an inspiration to many women in the film industry.
Tuko.co.ke published an article about Kristen Welker. Kristen is a well-known face on NBC News. Kristen has worked for NBC News since 2010 and is one of the most popular anchors. She is famous for her dynamic questioning and hard-hitting political reporting in White House press briefings.
From her knowledge in political matters to her eloquence at presenting news items, Welker ticks all the boxes as far as her career is concerned. Her political reporting has enabled her to travel extensively with former President Barack Obama, former first lady Michelle Obama, and Joe Biden. She covered the presidential campaign of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in 2016.


Watch The Giver Full Movie StreamingGenre : Drama, Science Fiction - Video Length 1 Hour 34 minutes - Quality: HD 1080p
Production : The Weinstein Company
Release : Friday, 15th August 2014
Countries : United States of America
Languages : English
The Giver tell story about "In a seemingly perfect community, without war, pain, suffering, differences or choice, a young boy is chosen to learn from an elderly man about the true pain and pleasure of the "real" world."


William Shakespeare Genre:
Literary Fiction (play), Poetry, Tragedy Description:
In one of Shakespeare's most famous and popular tragedies, the three daughters of the king of Britain are put to the test of declaring their love for their father, King Lear. The test leads to the expulsion of the favorite daughter, Cordelia; the undermining of the king; and ultimately the unraveling of Lear's sanity. In true Shakespeare fashion, greed, war, lust, and misplaced good intensions intersect to form an inevitable climax of poison and swordplay, making King Lear arguably the greatest tragedy of all time. George Bernard Shaw wrote, "No man will ever write a better tragedy than Lear."


The performing arts center of Point Park University
The Pittsburgh Playhouse is the performing arts center of Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts.
The three-theater center is home to The REP, a professional company, and three student companies--Conservatory Theatre Company, Conservatory Dance Company and Playhouse Jr.
The Pittsburgh Playhouse maintains a rigorous performance calendar with eighteen major productions and 235 performances, entertaining more than 30,000 patrons annually.
Visit the Pittsburgh Playhouse site


Everyone’s talking about Avatar and Alice. Even ComiCon had it’s moments with a potential stampede when rumors about Depp stopping by quickly spread. At least that’s how I describe it, since I had to duck and cover. But, there’s something more interesting in theaters today.
I went to a screening of Bong Joon-ho’s latest film, MOTHER. It is a funny, creepy, exciting murder mystery that also explores the mother-son relationship. And, yet another example of the latest cinematic talent out of Asia.
Hong Kong dominated for years, giving the west stars like Jackie Chan and directors like John Woo to fall in love with. Hollywood has had a long relationship with Asian cinema. The Pang Brothers minimalist horror film, Gin Gwai was remade as The Eye. Andy Lau’s Infernal Affairs 1,2 and 3 were merged to become The Departed. And, Japan’s Takashi Shimizu brought us his own remake of The Grudge.
Korean Cinema, sometimes referred to as Han Cinema, brings something new to the mix. The latest wave of movies out of Korea cannot be held in a narrow category. One thing they do have in common is the unexpected angle used. Stories that have been told since cinema began are updated and given new and broader perspectives. The subject matter ranges wildly from romance-starring septuagenarian lovers, to horror-where the monster is revealed immediately, to history-taking on brotherhood, loyalty and the effect of history on the present during the Korean War in the 1950’s, to mystery-a woman in ancient Korea use forensic science to solve a murder.
Last year, Na Hong-jin premiered his first film, The Chaser. It was picked up by an American studio before it even hit the film festival circuit. I’m curious but wary of how American film will deal with a story with a sympathetic serial killer and corrupt ex-cop/pimp as the hero. But, it’s due out in 2010, and rumored to star DiCaprio. That’s a story that could only come out of Korean Cinema today.
This is inspirational for design, marketing, branding, etc, because it shows how a creative mind can tell the same old story in a new way. The old quote, “There’s nothing new under the sun” is often used to discourage designers and artists. It may be true, but how you look at and how you show the same old, same old can create something new.


Classic cars have always held a special place in our hearts. Their timeless design, powerful engines, and nostalgic appeal evoke a sense of romance and adventure. Over the years, these vintage beauties have made numerous appearances in movies and TV shows, further enhancing their iconic status. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore some of the most memorable classic cars in pop culture.
Roadsters and Enchanting Rides
When we think of classic cars in movies, the first image that flashes in our minds is often the sleek and glamorous roadsters. These cars exude elegance and sophistication, making them a perfect fit for leading characters. Movies like “The Great Gatsby” showcased the opulence of the roaring twenties, with Jay Gatsby’s iconic yellow Rolls-Royce capturing the essence of this glamorous era.
Another classic that quickly comes to mind is the DeLorean DMC-12 from the iconic Back to the Future trilogy. This futuristic sports car, equipped with a flux capacitor, became a beloved symbol of the franchise. Its gull-wing doors and stainless steel body made it an instant hit with fans, solidifying its place in pop culture history.
Pursuit of Adrenaline
Classic cars are also known for their power and speed, and many films and TV shows have capitalized on this thrill-seeking aspect. The 1967 Shelby GT500, famously known as “Eleanor,” stole the spotlight in the blockbuster film Gone in 60 Seconds. The car became an instant sensation, with its sleek design and impressive performance leaving audiences on the edge of their seats.
Another classic car with an adrenaline-filled reputation is the Ford Mustang, particularly the iconic 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback, which was immortalized in the award-winning film Bullitt. The exhilarating car chase through the streets of San Francisco is etched in cinematic history, leaving an indelible mark on the Mustang’s legacy.
Robots in Disguise
Classic cars can transform into more than just vehicles; they can also become mighty warriors. The beloved Transformers franchise showcased this concept by introducing iconic characters like Bumblebee and Optimus Prime. Bumblebee’s charming yellow Volkswagen Beetle incarnation captured the hearts of fans, while Optimus Prime’s imposing presence in his classic Peterbilt 379 truck form commanded respect.
These cars-turned-robots not only added excitement and futuristic elements to the films but also paid homage to the classic vehicles they transformed from, bridging the gap between past and future.
Classic cars can act as time machines, instantly transporting us to bygone eras. In the hit TV series Mad Men, set in the 1960s New York advertising world, Don Draper’s Cadillac Coupe DeVille symbolized success and epitomized the luxurious lifestyle of the time. The car’s stylish design and powerful engine perfectly captured the essence of the era.
Furthermore, the iconic 1982 Pontiac Trans Am from the TV show Knight Rider featured a computerized AI system named KITT, which fascinated audiences around the world. The Trans Am’s sleek black exterior and futuristic technology made it an instant classic, captivating viewers and proving that classic cars can transcend time and captivate new generations.
Preserving the Legacy
Classic cars have become more than just props on the big screen; they have become symbols of our culture. By featuring these vintage beauties in movies and TV shows, we not only celebrate their timeless design but also keep their legacy alive for future generations to appreciate.
Whether it’s the elegance of bygone eras, the thrill of speed and power, or the nostalgia they evoke, classic cars continue to make a lasting impression on pop culture. As technology advances and new cars take the spotlight, these vintage treasures will always hold a special place in our hearts and remind us of the magic of cinematic storytelling.


Cuddles, Canines, and Cinema: A Christmas Movie Marathon with Your Dog for Cozy Nights In
Updated On: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 10:34:19 AM America/Los_Angeles
As the winter winds bring a chill to the air and the festive season approaches, there's no better way to embrace the holiday spirit than by hosting a Christmas movie marathon. This year, why not take the coziness up a notch and make it a memorable experience by including your furry friend? In this blog post, we'll guide you through the perfect recipe for a heartwarming Christmas movie marathon with your dog, ensuring your nights in are filled with warmth, laughter, and the unconditional love of your canine companion.
Photo by Mark Zamora
Set the Scene for Snuggles
Transform your living space into a haven of warmth and festive cheer. Dim the lights, light some candles or twinkle lights, and arrange your coziest blankets and pillows. Dogs, like us, appreciate a comfortable setting, and creating a cozy atmosphere enhances the movie marathon experience for both you and your four-legged friend.
Cozy Canine Nooks
Before hitting play, ensure your dog has their own designated cozy spot. Whether it's their favorite dog bed, a soft blanket, or right next to you on the couch, make it a snug space where they can curl up and enjoy the movie. Consider placing a few of their favorite toys nearby for added comfort.
Doggie Delights and Movie Munchies
No movie marathon is complete without snacks! While you indulge in your favorite treats, don't forget about your pup. Prepare some dog-friendly snacks like homemade treats or grab some canine-approved goodies from the pet store. This way, your dog can join in the snacking fun, making it a truly shared experience.
Canine-Approved Movie Selection
Curate a movie list that caters to both human and canine audiences. Look for films featuring heartwarming stories, delightful animations, or even movies with canine protagonists. Classics like "Home Alone," "The Grinch," or "Lady and the Tramp" are excellent choices that can entertain both you and your furry friend.
Interactive Movie Moments
Make the movie marathon interactive by incorporating moments that engage your dog. If the movie features animals or sounds that might capture their attention, watch for their reactions and interact accordingly. Keep some toys nearby for playtime during intermissions, turning the movie night into an engaging experience for your pup.
Capture the Memories
Take a break from the screen to capture the adorable moments. Whether it's your dog snuggled up with you, reacting to a funny scene, or enjoying their treats, these moments are precious and worth preserving. Snap some pictures or record short videos to immortalize the coziness of your Christmas movie night.
If your pup needs a bathroom break during your Christmas movie marathon, DoggieLawn offers the ultimate convenience. This subscription service delivers fresh, real grass patches to your doorstep regularly. It provides a mess-free and natural solution for indoor potty needs, allowing your dog to take care of business without interrupting your cozy movie night. With DoggieLawn, you can ensure your furry friend stays comfortable and content throughout the entire movie marathon experience, making it a stress-free holiday for both of you. Don't forget to include this fantastic service in your checklist for the perfect Christmas night in with your dog.
A Christmas movie marathon with your dog is more than just a night of entertainment; it's a celebration of togetherness and the joy of the holiday season. By setting the scene for snuggles, ensuring canine comfort, and curating a canine-approved movie list, you're creating an experience that both you and your furry friend will cherish. So, grab the remote, share some snacks, and embark on a cozy cinematic journey with your dog by your side – because the best movie nights are the ones spent with those you love, even if they have four legs.


The Nottingham Emmanuel School took part in The National Theatre Connections Festival 2022 and their play Find a Partner will be performed at Nottingham Playhouse on Monday 4th April at 6pm, sharing a double bill with Carlton Academy in this prestigious annual theatre celebration of young talent.
A cast of 24 students from the school have been working on this production together for 6 months, meeting every week to rehearse, adapt and produce this specially scripted play for young teenage actors and audiences.
Directed by Demi Hughes, one of the school’s drama teachers, Ms Hughes has recognised and brought out the talented personalities and performances of her cast. They have also been mentored by one of the National Theatre’s directors from London and had the opportunity to see other student’s performances in the festival.
Find a Partner written by Miriam Battye especially for the National Theatre festival which aims to support young playwrights and performers. The play is essentially Love Island meets the Hunger Games, asking the audience to be part of the game show, where the aim is either to find love and – if you’re not ‘worthy’ of love – you are eliminated from the game. It deals with the search for the perfect partner – and in the play looks at how people find love, how they stay and survive in the game. All without losing themselves and their values, and their lives.
The performance at the Playhouse was a huge success with several members of the cast being praised for their characterisation by the National Theatre Director of the National Theatre in London. One student Mya Mercer was approached by the Nottingham Playhouse and offered a bursary to join their Youth Theatre!
The audience laughed along and there was a great buzz within the auditorium. It was a real pleasure to be able to view the show! Every single student who took part either on stage or behind the scenes were excellent; really represented the school in a positive light! – Mrs Stapleton
All of the cast involved did Emmanuel so proud!! This is my 5th year running this event and it was by far the most enjoyable, rewarding and by far the best outcome!! Bring on next year! – Miss Hughes


When it comes to well-written books, movie adaptations simply cannot compare to the depth of tens of thousands of words on hundreds of pages.
If there’s a book I am interested in reading, like “The Help,” I will not watch the film prior to reading for a simple reason; it removes the personal interpretation from the book.
Creating images of the characters and settings in my head is part of the experience of reading. I’d much prefer that over imagining the actors and manufactured settings.
At least at the pace I read, books are a much deeper commitment than a two-hour movie. Things which are simply provided for moviegoers are slowly discovered when reading books.
When comparing a book with a film, the latter just skims the surface of what readers know. The most recent example of this for me was “The Hunger Games.” I got the feeling that moviegoers were being cheated out of a connection to the characters and story.
After reading the book (twice), I saw how many memorable things were missing from the movie. Film adaptations often seemed stripped of emotion and replaced with action.
While it’s understandable that most viewers do not want to sit and listen to characters’ thoughts, they often reveal character motives. In turn, these motives often drive the plot of stories. Character thought fills many book pages, but is difficult to portray in films without getting too wordy.
“The Hunger Games” book was full of tension, personality and pain, and much of that was not portrayed in the film. The cast was chosen perfectly, but even that could not make the film live up to the emotion and suspense of the book.
The quality of movie adaptations varies across a wide spectrum. There are the exceptional adaptations, like “A Clockwork Orange” or “Forrest Gump.” There are some that match the level of the book; “Twilight” comes to mind.
Then, there are movies like “My Sister’s Keeper” that absolutely ruin the print version, removing the details that make a story what it is.
I do not want to spoil the ending for those interested in reading the book. But I will say the film does a better job than I could imagine of destroying an honest tear-jerker.
If an author is involved with the screenplay, actively picking out the vital parts and weeding out the unnecessary ones, it’s a promising sign. No one knows a story better than the one person who put all of their energy into it.
Readers will always go into film adaptations with high expectations, but it should not be assumed a movie will be identical to the book without it lasting several hours.
At the same time, movie producers should not change the story so drastically it’s unrecognizable without changing its title.


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Prarambh is more than just an acting workshop; it is a journey of self-discovery. Through a carefully curated series of exercises and activities, participants will become more aware of themselves, exploring their emotions, and understanding the power of touch and energy in performance.
This journey of introspection sets the foundation for authentic and powerful storytelling on stage. Under the guidance of seasoned theatre professionals, participants will dive deep into the basics of theatre and acting. Voice exercises will enhance vocal resonance and expression, while learning the nav-rasas (nine emotions) will enable a profound understanding of emotional depth in character portrayal. Movement exercises will enhance physical expression, enabling actors to communicate without words. Characterisation is at the heart of acting, and Prarambh will offer valuable insights into developing well-rounded and compelling characters. Through various exercises and techniques, participants will learn to embody and bring to life diverse personas. Improvisation exercises will foster spontaneity, creativity, and the ability to think on your feet, essential skills for any performer.
The workshop isn’t just about hard work; it’s also about having fun and building connections. Prarambh will include team-building exercises and engaging theatre activities that foster collaboration, camaraderie, and a sense of community among participants. Together, you will explore the joy of theatre and its ability to unite people from diverse backgrounds.At Prarambh, theory meets practice, and participants will have the opportunity to showcase their newfound skills in multiple performances throughout the workshop. These performances will be the culmination of weeks of learning and growth, providing participants with invaluable real-world experience and the chance to captivate audiences with their talent.
Prarambh is more than just a workshop; it’s an invitation to explore your artistic potential, dive deep into the nuances of acting, and embrace the magic of theatre. Join us on this 50-day transformative journey of self-expression and storytelling. Together, let’s set the stage for unforgettable performances and create memories that will resonate with you for a lifetime. Book your spot at Prarambh today, and let the curtain rise on a new chapter of artistic brilliance and personal growth.


A fearless and spirited pilot conquers Hollywood. Now can she survive movie stardom?
In 1945, Velva Jean Hart is a bona fide war heroine. After a newsreel films her triumphant return to America, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer promises to make her a star. They give her a new life story and a brand new name. As "Kit Rogers," she navigates the movie sets, recording sessions, parties, staged romances, and occasional backstabbing that accompany her newfound fame. She also navigates real-life romance, finding herself caught between a charismatic young writer and a sexy and enigmatic musician from her past. But when one of her best friends dies mysteriously and the most powerful studio in the world launches a cover-up, Velva Jean goes in search of the truth — risking her own life, as well as her heart, in the process.
Set during Hollywood's Golden Age and peopled with a cast of unforgettable characters, American Blonde will mesmerize readers of The Chaperone as well as fans of the Velva Jean series.
American Blonde is utterly enthralling from the first page to the last, thanks to the magic of Jennifer Niven's lovely writing, and the riveting drama of her character's quest for her dreams and for herself. — Rosemary Harris, Tony Award-winning, Emmy Award-winning actress
Jennifer Niven is a stunning talent. Like Elmore Leonard, she's such a sneaky good writer that you might not notice what she's up to. On one level, American Blonde is a crackling thriller that will keep you up all night until the pieces of the plot come together. At the same time, it's an elegantly written, impressively researched novel that makes idealism, heroism, and a romantic era come to life. Either way, it's a total knockout. — Jonathan Eig, New York Times bestselling author of Get Capone, Luckiest Man, and Opening Day
A rich recreation of the post-war Golden Age of Hollywood provides the setting for an irresistible murder mystery. You will not want to set it down. — Rock Brynner, author of Empire and Odyssey: The Brynners in Far East Russia and Beyond
Fans will relish this latest installment in the adventures of Velva Jean. — Booklist


Your journey starts where you'll meet your tour representative, when you arrive, enjoy timed access and be greeted by a dedicated Studio Tour guide who reveals the wonders you'll encounter throughout your tour of the original sets, props, and costumes from all eight of the Harry Potter films. You will be given your own personal headset to ensure you do not miss any of the fascinating behind-the-scenes facts.
Start your experience with a short film in the cinema before you enter the iconic Great Hall set. The guide will share production secrets and inside information and tells you about the processes used to bring the films to life. Take a look inside Dumbledore’s office, and walk along cobbled Diagon Alley, which features the shop fronts of Ollivanders, Flourish and Blotts, Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, Gringotts Bank, and Eeylops Owl Emporium. Visit the original Hogwarts Express locomotive and a recreation of Platform 9 ¾. Climb aboard the train carriage, and pose with a luggage trolley as it disappears through the platform wall.
Once the guided tour comes to an end, you have the option to re-enter the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London at your leisure, find that perfect Harry Potter souvenir at the Studio Shop, or purchase a coffee at the Studio Tour Cafe.


Chandigarh, April 13, 2014 (YP Bureau)
PTC Motion Pictures Presentation Disco Singh broke all the records grossing Rs 2.10 cr on the first day itself.
The maiden venture of PTC Motion Pictures, Disco Singh opened in 203 theatres in India with over 840 shows making a record and an achievement in itself.
Producers Rajiee M Shinde and Rabindra Narayan said that the response from Disco Singh fans has been phenomenal as the movie has broken the previously held records of collections by any Punjabi movie so far.
“We stand committed to bring the best of Punjabi films to audiences worldwide. We will raise the bar of quality entertainment with every release under the banner of PTC motion pictures,” said Shinde.
Taking the Punjabi film industry by storm, Disco Singh starring Diljit and Surveen Chawla collected over Rs 2.10 cr on its first day of release on April 11 and Rs 2.25 cr on second day of its release registering best ever opening collection by any Punjabi film.
Overseas collections also indicate Disco Singh as the best movie that has come out of Punjabi film industry. Markets like Canada, USA, UK, Australia, NZ, Germany, Austria, Italy have reported people loving Disco Singh.
Narayan added that Disco Singh has created new benchmarks in Punjabi film industry cementing the Punjabi film industry in the mind of viewers like never before.
A laughter riot is directed by Anurag Singh, the director of laughter riot Jatt and Juliet
Story of Disco Singh revolves around Diljit who plays role of effervescent owner of music band that falls in love with beautiful Surveen. Though “hired” just to pose as Surveen’s boyfriend, he ends up stealing her heart. Shot extensively in New Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida and Hyderabad the movie has best flavor of the season.
It is first Punjabi film to be shot in Delhi around the Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb and other locations. The movie has strong star cast including Diljit Dosanjh, Surveen Chawla, Manoj Pahwa, Upasna Singh, Apoorva Arora, B N Sharma, Karamjit Anmol and Chandan Prabhakar.


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Am Mittwoch, den 13. Dezember 2017, besuchten die zweiten und dritten Jahrgänge der HLW Spittal eine Aufführung des Vienna English Theatre.
The actresses and actors performing ‘Romy and Julian’ by Clive Duncan surprised the students of the HLW Spittal/Drau with a more than current and inspiring version of Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Thanks to everybody!
Some students’ opinions:
I was very impressed by this performance, because it shows us a lot - for example that we shouldn't look at people on the outside and that brand clothes aren't that important. We should pay more attention to the inner values of people, and we shouldn't give up when we love someone. The actors and the actresses played their roles very well. All in all, I liked it very much! Corinna F., 3AHW
It was very nice. The good thing is that this show was absolutely made for the youth of today. But at the beginning was it a little bit confusing. The actors were really easy to understand. It was also funny. It is a modern version of Romeo and Juliette. It shows us that the youth of today always look at the external values of other people. Moreover, you have to fight for what you love. Jaqueline, 3AHW
This play shows the old story of Romeo and Juliette from the perspective of today’s life. It’s about appreciation and to accept somebody else with all his or her mistakes. Secondly, it is said that you aren’t your label and you should wear whatever you feel comfortable in and what you prefer. At the end it is mentioned that if you love somebody you have to fight for it. Our opinion of this story is that the actors and actresses played very well and we understood everything quite easily. It was a pleasure to see this unique play. Maxime, Sandra, 3AHW
We the 3AHW had the chance to watch the play "Romy and Julian" in the city hall. The performance was very exciting, and it showed us how Romeo and Juliet would be today. It was very easy to understand the actors and actresses and they had very creative clothes. I would recommend everybody to go to this show. Finally, thanks to our teacher, we had the chance to talk to the actors and actresses and take a picture with them. Annika, 3AHW
In my opinion the performance was very good and funny, but also very meaningful. It says a lot about the youth of today. It showed that everything is dominated by the mobile phone. And it also points out that you shouldn't believe everything you hear. Sometimes you should trust the person you love because maybe she/he says the truth. You are supposed to fight for what you want and the person or things you love. The main actor, who played "Julian" was very funny and I laughed so much whenever he said something. Jasmin S., 3AHW
We watched the theatre performance of Romy & Julian and it was fantastic. I was really fascinated. The performance showed that our society is dominated by the mobile phone. At the end Julian said a very good sentence: Fight for what you love! This is a very good message, because it‘s the truth. Marie G., 3AHW


Halloween is just around the corner. Spooks, Goblins, thing that go bump in the night – things that gives you the chills and make you scream.
What’s the screams of all screams? Ever heard of the Wilhelm Scream? It started out quite mundanely as a stock sound effect for film. Originally recorded in 1951 for a movie called the Distant Drums, it was to be used for a scene wherein a group of soldiers are wading through the Everglades Swamp, and one of them is bitten and dragged underwater by ferocious alligator.
In most cases, these sound effects are recycled a few times in various productions, then shelved and forgotten in the Studio’s library archives. But not this scream. Like Freddy Kruger, this one didn’t go away.
During the 1970′s, motion picture sound designer Ben Burtt was doing research in the Warner Brothers sound library when he came across a studio reel, labelled as “Man being eaten by alligator” which he incorporated into a scene in the Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Burtt is noted for creating many of the iconic sound effects heard in the Star Wars film franchise, including the “voice” of R2-D2, the hum of the lightsaber and the heavy-breathing kuhhhhh-kkohhhh sound of Darth Vader. Burtt is also credited for dubbing this scream, the Wilhelm Scream, after Private Wilhelm - a character in a 1953 Western called The Charge at Feather River, where Private Wilhelm gets shot by an arrow in the leg and lets out this scream.
Over the next decade, Burtt began incorporating the effect in other films he worked on, including most projects involving George Lucas or Steven Spielberg (it is used in all of the Star Wars and Indiana Jones movies). Other sound designers picked up on the effect, and inclusion of the Wilhelm scream in films became a tradition (actually more like an inside joke) amongst the community of sound designers.* A cinematic sound cliche, the Wilhelm scream is often used when someone is shot, falls from a great height, or is thrown from an explosion.
The research by Burtt suggests that actor and singer Sheb Wooley, best known for his novelty song “The Purple People Eater” in 1958, is likely to have been the voice actor who originally performed the scream. (Source: Wikipedia).
So in honour of Halloween, Sheb Wooley and the Wilhelm Scream, here’s our small tribute to it all. Long Live the Scream!
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Angie Flynn-McIver is the founder and President of Executive Repertory, a company that coaches clients in communication skills. Angie is the lead designer for all of the company’s training programs and recruits and trains all coaches. She comes to her coaching work from a lifetime spent in theatre. She also created and ran the education department for the National Shakespeare Company. She and her husband co-founded the North Carolina Stage Company, one of North Carolina’s premiere professional theatre company that has earned numerous awards. She holds an Honors degree in Theatre from Smith College, studied acting at the British American Drama Academy, and holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Development and Leadership. She is married to Charlie Flynn-McIver, and they live in Asheville with their two children.


Με ρετρό αισθητική, το σενάριο αφορά μια αστροναύτη που δέχεται επίθεση από εξωγήινα πλάσματα. Ο δημιουργός λέει:
With Malaise I wanted to do a project that was both visually exciting and a demonstration of my abilities as an animator. The look of the piece was influenced by an array of old sci-fi classics ranging from Andrei Tarkovsky’s Solaris to Jean-Claude Forest’s Barbarella. For the feel and tone of the film it was to Ridley Scott’s Alien franchise that I drew inspiration from. I wanted to pursue a slightly more realistic route for the animation so I researched live action movie footage, live reference as well as more recent CG efforts from America and Japan to help achieve to type of movement I desired. This project was a labor of love and I thank everyone who helped bring it to the screen. Enjoy the show!


It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
Personally speaking, this is one film that has really inspired me in the way I perceive life. Its directed by Frank Capra, and James Stewart (whose performance stands unparalleled), Donna Reed and Lionel Barrymore stars in it. It’s a Wonderful Life is a kind of film, which is family based, and delves into the most simplest of human emotions and values- love, trust, truth and above all self esteem. Surely after watching this movie – you would evaluate yourself.
Its Christmas eve, and all the people in the small town of Bedford are praying for this one person -George. All the way above us, it’s been decided that a guardian angel Clarence shall be sent for to save this man’s life. Stewart plays George Bailey, a small-town dreamer, who never limits his dreams within the walls, young, daring, enthusiastic and who longs to go around the world. His childhood is shown in a narrative style. His family runs a company ‘Building and Loans’, which loans money to the people of Bedford.
Donna Reed plays a pivotal character named Mary Hatch, whom George marries. The scenes between Mary and George, are some of the most romantic ones that I’ve seen, pure plain romance. George, who dreams to go abroad for college and work, keeps it aside to take care of the company (along with his uncle) after his father dies of a stroke. This was a challenge he took up, to oust Henry Potter (Lionel Barrymore), a grumpy old self-centered and ignorant businessman, who holds a financial monopoly over the town, and who treats the people of the town, like cattle. The character George has tremendous growth after he takes up the job. He also sends his brother to college who later returns as a national hero after the war. George earns the people’s respect and support through his work, and becomes a person who they can look upto during their harsh times. Potter, who realizes his upsurge in town, even offers him a job, with an attractive prize money; but George declines it, though he initially fell for his words.
But he enters into the worst situations in his life, when his uncle accidentally misplaces $8000, on the Christmas eve, and adding insult to injury- the bank examiner arrives on the same day. George takes everything as lost, and even begs Potter for help, who turns him down and reports him as a fraud to the police. He rants at his children at home, breaking the whole family’s joy before Christmas, and runs out desperately, boozes and goes off to the edge of a bridge to commit suicide. This is when the lord sends in Clarence (his guardian angel, who has to put George on track, to get his wings) into the water. He cries out for help, and George rescues him. George takes him to shelter, and shares his trouble during their chat, which to George’s surprise, Clarence had already known. He laughs off when Clarence tells him that he was his guardian angel. George then casually wishes, that he was never born; but Clarence grants his wish and takes him outside.
Clarence takes him along a Bedford, that never knew about any George Bailey. He never existed. He walks through a Bedford that had turned dark- with, violence, abuse and sex. George runs into his friends Ernie the cab-driver, Bert the police officer, Nick the bartender, Mr. Cower- his old boss, but none of them could recognize him. He runs back to his home only to find his mother shutting the door on him like a stranger. George who trembles with disbelief in his dream-like state, goes to his friend Martin’s house (which was actually constructed by George),but shocked to find a graveyard, and his brother’s grave at that place. (George had actually saved Harry from drowning during their childhood – and Clarence clarifies it to him). George tells Clarence that he wants to meet Mary Hatch, who is now an unmarried maid, working at the library. When she fails to recognize him, he creates a ruckus in the street and gets chased by the police, his old friend Bert. He reaches over the bridge where he first met Clarence.
Everything suddenly falls back to normalcy, his friend Bert takes him back, George rushes through the center of the street (and town), with a feeling of getting everything back, shouting out his wishes to the entire people around, the shops, realizing the effect every single man can have on others’ lives. He reaches his home and greets the banker, reporters and attorney who had come to arrest him, and he climbs up to his dear kids and hugs them. Mary and uncle Bill then enters the house, with a bag full of cash. Yes, it was the prize for George, from the people of Bedford when they came to know that George was in trouble.
The last few scenes are so moving and there’s no doubt you will be choked. The performance and the scenes where he dashes through the streets shouting out “Merry Christmas” and the ending scene where his brother Harry raises a toast for him are unforgettable. “It’s a Wonderful Life” is a timeless classic, and in my opinion it’s more than just a film. It’s a celebration of life, and a stage that proves the worth of each person. The film ends by leaving a message from Clarence the angel (who finally gets his wings); “Remember..No man is a failure who has friends“.