2010 SoHo International Film Festival Announces 'One In The Gun' as Official Closing Night Premiere

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2010 SoHo International Film Festival Announces 'One In The Gun' as Official Closing Night Premiere

Post-Film Q&A with director/writer Rolfe Kanefsky, Producer Esther Goodstein, star Steven Man

New York, NY – February 6, 2010 – The inaugural 2010 SoHo International Film Festival - presented by Made In New York and the Office of New York Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, will be held from February 18 – 21, 2010 in New York City.

The festival will close with Rolfe Kanefsky’s neo-noir ‘One In The Gun’ at the festival lofts theater, 394 Broadway 4th Fl. New York, NY 10013, at 7:30 PM on February 21, 2010. This is the world premiere of the film.

Leading film critic, Betty Jo Tucker of Reel Talk Movie Reviews, wrote, “One in the Gun [is] a fascinating film noir with bizarre David Lynchian undertones. Written and directed by Rolfe Kanefsky, this intriguing movie boasts a complicated plot, mysterious characters and disturbing surprises. It wallows in situations involving seduction, robbery, madness and murder. And every time you think you’ve got things figured out, something happens to make you think again.”

Kanefsky, whose works are well known in the horror genre, wrote the script in three months, drawing inspiration from the classic noirs. “Film noir is one of my favorite genres, it truly draws on every facet of human emotion, so when Steven (Man, lead actor) and I were looking to create a project, it made perfect sense and created what I feel was a great vehicle to showcase the range of his talent.” 'One In The Gun' also stars Robert Davi (Die Hard, The Goonies, James Bond’s “License To Kill”), Katherine Randolph (Jarhead, Black Ops) with Steven Bauer (Scarface, Primal Fear, Traffic) and James Russo (Public Enemies, Donny Brasco, Beverly Hills Cop).

Charles Papas, author of It's a Bitter Little World: The Smartest, Toughest, Nastiest Quotes from Film Noir sums it up with “as long as life disappoints, men and women betray each other, and what we need gets us killed, there'll always be film noir.”

“We are honored to present the World Premiere of Manmade Entertainment Productions', 'One In The Gun' as the festival’s official closing night feature film presentation,” said SIFF Co-founders, Luis Pedron and Jorge Ballos. “We were impressed and honored to receive entries from around the world and feel that this film not only met, but surpassed our festival mandate of cutting-edge digital films that honoring traditional forms of storytelling.”

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The SoHo International Film Festival (SIFFNYC) is dedicated to celebrating the art of long and short form cinema created from the latest digital technology while still embracing the original goal - incredible storytelling. Founded in the epicenter of New York's most artistic district, SIFFNYC is a unique and powerful platform for filmmakers to gain exposure and potential distribution. SIFFNYC is committed to exhibiting domestic and international films, focusing on dynamic, visionary cinema that creates extraordinary experiences. For more information, visit: www.SIFFNYC.com

2010 SoHo International Film Festival Announces “Just Like Joe” as Official Opening Night Premiere!

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2010 SoHo International Film Festival Announces “Just Like Joe” as Official Opening Night Premiere!

Post-Film Q&A with director/writer Fred Carpenter & select members of the cast

New York, NY – (2/8/2010) – The inaugural 2010 SoHo International Film Festival - Presented by Made In New York and the Office of New York Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, will be held from February 18 – 21, 2010 in New York City.

The festival will open with Fred Carpenters drama “Just Like Joe” at the festival lofts theatre, 394 Broadway 4th Fl. New York, NY 10013, at 7:30 PM on February 21, 2010.

“Just Like Joe” is a poignant coming-of-age story that will touch your heart and bring you back to an era when Woodstock became legend and the Peace, Love and Rock 'N Roll generation was just starting out.

Set in the tumultuous year of 1969, the film follows the lives of three 17-year old, high school football players bonded by friendship and their compelling need to find their place in a rapidly changing world. Longing for a senior year filled with dating, the prom and football glory, their normal rites of passage run smack into the drama and uncertainty of the times - the military draft, evolving sexual mores, racial inequality and the possibly fighting in the Vietnam War.

“We are excited and honored to kick off the festival with Fred Carpenter’s feature film, Just Like Jeo” said, SIFFNYC co-founders Jorge Ballos and Luis Pedron, “SIFFNYC’s mandate is to discover new artists and provide a global platform to emerging independent filmmakers to showcase their creativity. Carpenter demonstrates is exceptional skill as a filmmaker in this heartfelt story.”

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The SoHo International Film Festival (SIFFNYC) is dedicated to celebrating the art of long and short form cinema created from the latest digital technology while still embracing the original goal - incredible storytelling. Founded in the epicenter of New York's most artistic district, SIFFNYC is a unique and powerful platform for filmmakers to gain exposure and potential distribution. SIFFNYC is committed to exhibiting domestic and international films, focusing on dynamic, visionary cinema that creates extraordinary experiences. For more information, visit: www.SIFFNYC.com

Soho International Film Festival NYC Announces the Official Selection of Accepted Films for 2010

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Soho International Film Festival NYC Announces the Official Selection of Accepted Films for 2010

SoHo New York, New York (01/11/10) -- The Soho International Film Festival NYC 2010 is proud to announce the accepted films for this year's official selection.

Feature Films
1) "A Kiss of Chaos" Dir: Ricardo Sean Thompson, US Showcase Drama Crime Thriller USA
2) "Autism: Made in the USA" Dir: Gary Null, Documentary USA
3) "Burma An Indictment" Dir: Jeremy Taylor, Documentary USA/Burma
4) "Guerilla Midwife" Dir: Deja Bernhardt, Documentary USA/Indonesia
5) "Ice Grill" Dir: Mark Bernardi/Greg Santarsiero, US Showcase Drama Crime Thriller USA
6) "Just Like Joe" Dir: Fred Carpenter, US Showcase Drama USA
7) "One in the Gun" Dir: Rolfe Kanefsky, US Showcase Dramedy Crime Suspense Thriller USA
8) "Non Un Con Bang" Dir: Mariano Lamberti, World Showcase Dramedy Italy
9) "Pitik Bulag" Dir: Gil Portes, World Showcase Drama Crime Thriller Philippines
10) "The Pastor's Kid" Dir: Dale Adriatico World Showcase Drama Christian Philippines
11) "Throws of Passion" Dir: Todd M Jones, US Showcase Mocumentary USA
12) "Walang Hanngang Paalam" Dir: Ellen Ramos /Paolo Villaluna, World Showcase Drama Love Story LGBT Philippines/Japan

Short Films
1) "A Lesson Learned" Dir: Frank Lozada, PSA USA
2) "A Cry Within" Dir: Frances Lozada/ Franky G, LGBT Drama USA
3) "Carton" Dir: Uri Inbar, Dramedy Israel
4) "Credits" Dir: Hugh Schulze, Drama USA
5) "Il Male Assoluto" Dir: Francesco Colangelo, Drama Italy
6) "In A Box" Dir: Paton Ashbrook, Work in Progress, Love Story Drama USA
7) "Lecka Dockor" Dir: Hans Montelius, Suspense Drama Sweden
8) "Lost Brother" Dir: Roberto Lopez, Drama USA
9) "New Project Postalolio" Dir: Marv Newland, Animation Canada
10) "Patu Ihu" Dir: Summer Agnew, Comedy New Zealand
11) "Rapunzel" Dir: Tolga Karacelik, Dramedy Turkey
12) "Senorita" Dir: Vince Sandoval, LGBT Drama Philippines
13) "Strength In Shadows" Carlos Lozada, Drama USA
14) "Sunday Morning" Dir: John Roberts, Work in Progress USA
15) "The Godmother" USA Dir: Lior Chefetz, Action Thriller USA
16) "The Lesson" Dir: Freddy Duran, Drama USA
17) "With Whom" (Kitchie Nadal's song) Dir: Janice Y Perez, Music Video USA/Philippines
18) "Zombies and Cigarettes" Dir: Rafael Martinez/Inaki San Roman, Horror Action Thriller Spain

Founder Jorge Ballos, announced that the 1st SoHo International Film Festival NYC 2010 (www.siffnyc.com) will run February 18-21, 2010 in the heart of SoHo, New York City. "This new festival will celebrate the cutting-edge of digital technology while honoring traditional forms of storytelling with a presentation of at least twelve feature films, in and out of competition categories. In addition, the festival will host film making seminar and nightly after-parties. Leading figures of the film industry as well as local film enthusiasts are expected to attend the unique, four-day February event. By enticing filmmakers, journalists and cineastes from America and around the globe with a strong slate of domestic and international films, we expect to draw audiences to this side of the city, known for its artistic community and cultural sophistication,'' stated Ballos. "It is our way of helping boost the profile, the sense of pride, and the economy of the local community and the city itself."

Co-founder Luis Pedron added, "We got a lot of strong foreign film submissions through withoutabox.com that should make our festival a distinguished international showcase. In addition, we've received a good number of wonderfully original shorts and indie features from American filmmakers."

On February 21, 2010, the festival will have an awards night to announce the winner of the following categories: Best US Showcase, Best World Showcase, Best Documentary, Best Short, Best Work in Progress and Audience Awards.

Soho International Film Festival NYC 2010 is made possible by:
* Made in NY (www.NYC.gov - Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre & Broadcasting)
* Official Hotel: Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel 135-20 39th Avenue Flushing, NY 11354 (718) 460-6666 (Booking code: Soho International Film Festival NYC 2010 to get a discounted rate )
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* NY Bay Remittance www.nybayremit.com
* Official Printer: Work Flow One www.workflowone.com
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Seminars/Screening Tickets: $15 per event
After Party: $20 per night
Thurs/Friday Day Pas:s $40 per day (screenings / seminars / parties)
Sat/Sun Day Pass: $50 per day (screenings / parties)
ALL ACCESS Four Day Pass (Feb 18 - 21, 2010) $150 (screenings / seminars / parties )

For events schedule check out www.siffnyc.com

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Inaugural SoHo International Film Festival Launches February 18 - 21, 2010

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Inaugural SoHo International Film Festival Launches February 18 - 21, 2010

What: SoHo International Film Festival

When: February 18 - 21, 2010

Who: Local and international filmmakers & founders Luis Pedron and Jorge Ballos.

Why: The first SoHo International Film Festival will run February 18-21, 2010 in New York City. The fledgling festival’s purpose is to “celebrate the cutting-edge of digital technology while honoring traditional forms of storytelling with a presentation of at least twelve feature films, in and out of competition categories.” In addition, the festival will host filmmaking panels, workshops and nightly after-parties.

“We’re getting a lot of strong foreign film submissions that should make our festival a distinguished international showcase,” said co-founder Luis Pedron in a statement. “In addition, we’ve received a good number of wonderfully original shorts and indie features from American filmmakers. We’re quite pleased, especially given the limited time and the fact that we’re still a new festival.”

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Be Design kicks off the holidays with Be Bash 3, Run DMC and The Brave Foundation

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Run DMC and The Brave Foundation

Leading advertising agency, Be Design hosts 3rd Annual BeBash in support of The Brave Foundation with Run DMC performing

WHAT: Third Annual Be Bash holiday celebration

WHEN: Friday, December 18th, 2009
8:30pm media check-in
9:00pm - 10:00pm arrivals
9:00pm - 2am event duration

WHERE: My House
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323.960.3300 / www.myhousehollywood.com

WHO: More than 650 invitation-only guests will be attending this star studded event, featuring some of the hottest entertainment in Hollywood. Major players in the industry from both the creative and executive arena will be attending. The guest list includes executives from Sony, Paramount, Fierce Entertainment, Lionsgate, Warner Brothers, Universal, Vivendi, Focus Features, The Weinstein Company, Bravo, USA, Magnolia, MTV, BET, Motown and many more.

Guests include: Mark Belin (President, Be Design), Shyan Shelah (Founder, The Brave Foundation), Run DMC, Tony Hawk, William Shatner, Kevin Sorbo, Tatiana Ali, Bai Ling, Stephen Bishop (The Rundown), Nate McGarity (Road to Purgatory w/ Tom Hanks), Rashad McCants (NBA - Indiana Pacers), Amy Nicoletto (L.A. Ink), Scott Elrod (The Baster w/ Jennifer Anniston, Men in Trees), Dwayne Adway (Friendship/Sony Pictures, Into The Blue), Steven Man (SyFy's Sanctuary), Lauren Maher (Pirates of the Caribbean), Julia Anderson (Winner, True Beauty), Yo Yo (Hip Hop Pioneer, Grammy Award Nominee), Li'l J (That's So Raven), Dante Basco (Hook, Avatar: Last Airbender, Take The Lead), Rashad McCants (NBA player), Michael Moore (Sports Manager/Author for Kevin Garnett, Allen Iverson, Rashad McCants), Nate McGarity (Road to Purgatory w/ Tom Hanks), Faith Evans (R&B singer).

WHY: Be Design, one of the leading advertising agencies amongst the Hollywood studios, networks and celebrities themselves strongly believes in giving back. This year they have partnered with Shyan Selah of The Brave Foundation, to raise both funds and awareness for keeping the arts in schools, giving "every child the opportunity to flourish."

In addition, some of Hollywood's chart topping talent is expected to attend. From The Brave Foundation Founder, Shyan Selah with RUN DMC, with one of Hollywood's hottest bands UpGround, performing salsa, reggae and funk. UpGround is a young team of talented youth from East LA who focus their energy and talent into music in their spirited support for the arts, and they have been present at the previous Be Bash events. UpGround has proven to be a hit and an inspiration with younger audiences with their unique style and talent range. T-Killa will also be performing as well along with renowned DJ Rocdusa.

Be Design's BeBash 3 is being held at celebrity hot-spot My House.

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Stars shine in support of Pat Tillman

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December 1, 2009

Stars shine in support of Pat Tillman

2nd Annual Scott Medlock Celebrity Invitational Golf Classic and private concert with The Doors' Robby Krieger benefiting the Pat Tillman Foundation surpasses expectations!

Hollywood, CA (12/01/09) -- The 2nd Annual Scott Medlock Celebrity Invitational Golf Classic and private rock concert with The Doors' Robby Krieger benefiting the Pat Tillman Foundation surpassed everyone's expectations, says event chair, Scott Medlock. "We are honored that so many friends joined the cause and donated both their time and resources to make this event such a resounding success." Co-founder, Robby Krieger of the Doors went on to say, "we saw today that spirit triumphs schedules and pocketbooks. The Tillman Foundation changes the lives of people every day, our goal was to contribute to their being able to continue doing that, and everyone, from players to sponsors, family to friends, has made that a reality."

The tournament, which was held at the stunning Malibu Country Club was won by the all-star team of George Lazenby (aka James Bond from "Her Majesty's Secret Service"), Scott Elrod (who many remember as "Cash" from ABC's "Men In Trees") and businessman David Katz. A close second, and almost winners of the hole-in-one grand prize of four new Mercedes-Benz' from W.I. Simonson Mercedes-Benz were Michael Chiklis star of FOX's "The Shield", Kenny Johnson also from "The Shield", Stephen Bishop (star of "The Rundown") and TNT's Aldis Hodge from "Leverage".

"24's" Jaime Gomez, and "G.I. Joe's" Gunner Wright, teamed up with CBS's "Dancing With The Stars" heart throbs, Driton "Tony" Dovolani and Maks aka Maksim Chmerkovskiy while Kevin Dobson ("Days of Our Lives") and SyFy's "Stargate SG-1" star Christopher Judge played with founders Scott Medlock and Robby Krieger - both teams within inches of capturing the second hole-in-one top prize of four stunning new Harley Davidson Motorcycles!

Scott Medlock, one of the Tillman family's close friends said of Pat, "Pat (Tillman) gave up a $3.6 million dollar contract with the NFL-Arizona Cardinals to go fight for our country. Pat unfortunately lost his life while serving in Afghanistan. Last year the foundation was able to give over $650,000.00 in scholarships to vets & their families who have been impacted by the Iraq & Afghanistan wars. These scholarships allow families who have lost loved ones, or have been crippled physically and or emotionally, the opportunity to still impact our great nation in a positive way while contributing with their gifts & talents. It also educates the youth of our future & carries the Legacy Pat started by serving others & paying the ultimate price. This is truly an opportunity to invest into something so much bigger than we are and our sponsors like Best Buy are making it possible." Special guest, J. R. Martinez of "All My Children" a wounded vet himself, couldn't agree more and spent the day circling the course, reiterating to all present the value of their participation.

One of the crowning moments, beyond the Tommy Bahama Rum stop, or the Titlest Tent, or even the Zino Platinum Cigars that were driven about the course, was clearly the changing booth provided by Loudmouth Golf Apparel so that every player could don the company's completely outrageous pants and shorts (skorts and shorts for the women) including Transamerica Insurance & Investment's President Ken Kilbane; Johnny Carson Foundation Director Larry Witzer, his brother Marc, Waste Management Vice President, Larry Metter and HUB International's Vice President, Lee Davis! Event photographs are tell tale, as players swaggered about the awards ceremony and continued on at the Canyon Club's private rock concert with The Doors' Robby Krieger, sipping on a pint of Budweiser, a glass of Zealear Wine, or Kettle One martini in their fresh, very 'Loudmouth'-ed togs!

Kicking off the concert, the Charity Angels rounded out the last spots on the Opportunity Board, which included an Gibson Guitar autographed by The Doors' Robby Krieger complete private lesson with the legend himself! Special guest, Adrian Young of "No Doubt" also took the stage in an impromptu performance, with rising rock sensation 13-year old, Sacha Edwards.

"We are very excited to this event growing annually...2010 will be wild!" said Krieger. Additional featured sponsors include Monster Energy, Honda, Taylor-Made Golf, Cheesecake Factory, Arnold Palmer Ice-Tee, Captured Images, Stoli Vodka, B3DigiGrafx, Manchester Financial, HUB International, Hansen's Natural, Hill Financial Advisors, Culligan, Travis Mathew Apparel and Popular Press Media Group (PPMG).

For more information on the Scott Medlock and Robby Krieger Celebrity Golf Invitational and Rock Concert, please contact media@ppmg.info, or call (310) 860-7774. You can also log on to http://www.pattillmanbenefit.com/

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America’s Next Top Model finale designer Julia Clancey launches online boutique

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November 24, 2009

America’s Next Top Model finale designer Julia Clancey launches online boutique

Julia Clancey, known for her stunning and glamorous gowns worn on red carpets by Megan Fox, Kiera Knightly, Paris Hilton and many more, has jumped into the digital arena launching her first-ever online boutique.

Los Angeles, CA (11/24/09) -- Julia Clancey, known for her stunning and glamorous gowns, dresses, tops and accessories that have graced the red carpet on the likes of Cameron Diaz, Charlotte Church, Christine Teigen, Dita Von Teese, Estelle, Faith Hill, LeAnn Rimes, Kiera Knightly, Kelis, Kimberly Stewart, Kylie Minogue, Lauren Conrad, Mariah Carey, Megan Fox, Miranda Cosgrove, Mischa Barton, Nancy O'Dell, Paris Hilton, Sofia Milos, Stephanie Pratt, Terri Seymour, Victoria Beckham and many more, has jumped into the digital arena launching her first-ever online boutique.

Welcome to the exclusive Julia Clancey online boutiques at http://www.juliaclancey.com/boutiques

The Julia Clancey designs seen in the pages of such leading publications as Vogue, Glamour, InStyle, ELLE, GQ, FHM and Tatler, which have only been available in specialized boutiques are now available online, for the very first time!

For more on the UK’s hottest new fashion import, check out http://www.JuliaClancey.com

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