Briannagh D may be just 18 years old, but she’s not letting that stop her from spreading awareness about the importance of self-quarantining during the coronavirus outbreak to the youthful ears of her large teenage following. Her new single “Grateful” uses lyrics such as “it’s a privilege just to breathe,” reminding us of how many lives that have been taken from COVID-19. … [Read more...] about Will Briannagh D’s Hit Song “Grateful” Surpass Cardi B’s Coronavirus Song?
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A Tribute to the ‘Golden Age Girls’ – The Film Detective Celebrates Betty White, the Gish Sisters, and More Leading Ladies of Golden Age Hollywood
The Film Detective (TFD), a leading classic media streaming network and film archive that restores classic films for today's cord-cutters, is showcasing its pioneering leading ladies all month long on Sling, STIRR, and DistroTV. The Film Detective’s month-long celebration comes in anticipation of Women’s History Month, a celebration from March 1 through March … [Read more...] about A Tribute to the ‘Golden Age Girls’ – The Film Detective Celebrates Betty White, the Gish Sisters, and More Leading Ladies of Golden Age Hollywood
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival (OMF) 2020 Announces Details for Participation Row
Teaming up to help those who help others, OMF and HeadCount are proud to announce their partnership to bring Participation Row, an activism village, back to the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival this March. HeadCount, a non-partisan organization that uses the power of music to register voters and promote participation in democracy, will establish a presence in OMF’s … [Read more...] about Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival (OMF) 2020 Announces Details for Participation Row
The 31st Annual Vancouver Jewish Film Festival Unveils Award-Winning Movie Selections for Spring 2020
The longest running Jewish film festival in Canada will take place from February 27 through March 8, 2020 at the Norman and Annette Rothstein Theatre and Cineplex Fifth Avenue Cinemas and will feature 28 films from around the world, including a number of Canadian premieres. The 11-day festival will include special events including featured guest speakers, panel discussions, and … [Read more...] about The 31st Annual Vancouver Jewish Film Festival Unveils Award-Winning Movie Selections for Spring 2020
Legendary Filmmaker Will Horton Begins Production on New Media Platform NOLA Hip Hop History
Mr. Horton is a true visionary known for his prestigious and history making work that uniquely meshes social commentary with urban realism. Among the highlights of the project is that the film will answer the age old question of who invented Bounce Music. The project is currently in the production phase and is sponsored by Video Veracity, a non-profit organization. NOLA Hip … [Read more...] about Legendary Filmmaker Will Horton Begins Production on New Media Platform NOLA Hip Hop History
Academy Award-Nominated Film "THE CAVE" to Premiere Commercial Free on National Geographic Saturday, Jan. 25, at 9/8c
Named as one of the best movies of the year by The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, NPR and The Washington Post, THE CAVE, nominated for a 2020 Academy Award,will make its broadcast debut on Jan. 25 at 9/8c in the U.S., followed by a global rollout across 172 countries and 43 languages. Hailed by critics as “unprecedented” and “extraordinary,” THE CAVE “shows us the work of a … [Read more...] about Academy Award-Nominated Film "THE CAVE" to Premiere Commercial Free on National Geographic Saturday, Jan. 25, at 9/8c
Eugene Gearty to Receive Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award at the 14th Beaufort International Film Festival
The Beaufort Film Society is pleased to announce that Oscar, BAFTA, and Emmy winning Sound Designer/Editor Eugene Gearty will be presented the Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award at the 14th annual Beaufort International Film Festival. The festival takes place February 18-23, 2020 with the Red Carpet Reception and Awards Gala taking place on Sunday, February 23rd at the … [Read more...] about Eugene Gearty to Receive Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award at the 14th Beaufort International Film Festival
“Still Here,” by Emmy-nominated Studio Al Jazeera Contrast, to Premiere at Sundance Film Festival
Storytelling and innovation studio Al Jazeera Contrast, part of the digital division of Al Jazeera Media Network, announced today that Still Here will premiere at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival in the New Frontier program. The visceral experiences of over twelve formerly incarcerated women who have re-entered society are at the core of Still Here, which … [Read more...] about “Still Here,” by Emmy-nominated Studio Al Jazeera Contrast, to Premiere at Sundance Film Festival
Actor and Activist Jane Fonda to Deliver Address on Climate Change at National Press Club Headliners Luncheon Dec. 17
Actor and activist Jane Fonda will speak at a National Press Club Headliners Luncheon Dec. 17 on her movement to push for political action on climate change. Inspired by young climate activist Greta Thunberg, Fonda has held a "Fire Drill Friday" climate change protest on Capitol Hill every Friday since Oct. 11, 2019. On Thursday nights, before … [Read more...] about Actor and Activist Jane Fonda to Deliver Address on Climate Change at National Press Club Headliners Luncheon Dec. 17
Multi-Platinum Recording Artist And Activist Natalie Merchant To Receive The ASCAP Foundation Champion Award At 2019 ASCAP Foundation Honors, Dec. 11
The ASCAP Foundation announces that multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter and social justice activist Natalie Merchant will be recognized with The ASCAP Foundation Champion Award and composer, conductor, artistic director and founder of the Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC) Francisco Núñez will accept The ASCAP … [Read more...] about Multi-Platinum Recording Artist And Activist Natalie Merchant To Receive The ASCAP Foundation Champion Award At 2019 ASCAP Foundation Honors, Dec. 11