Author: Mark Saldana

Interview: Alvaro Rodriguez, Regarding AFF: ON STORY, The Book

Emmy-Winning Television Series in New Book, “On Story – Screenwriters and Filmmakers on Their Iconic Films” By Liz Lopez The recently released book, “On Story – Screenwriters and Filmmakers on Their Iconic Films” is co-edited by Austin Film Festival (AFF) Co-founder and Executive Director Barbara Morgan and Maya Perez, producer of the Emmy-winning PBS series… Continue reading Interview: Alvaro Rodriguez, Regarding AFF: ON STORY, The Book

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Movie Trailer: GIFTED

Source: FoxSearchlight Frank Adler (Chris Evans) is a single man raising a child prodigy – his spirited young niece Mary (Mckenna Grace) – in a coastal town in Florida. Frank’s plans for a normal school life for Mary are foiled when the seven-year-old’s mathematical abilities come to the attention of Frank’s formidable mother Evelyn (Lindsay… Continue reading Movie Trailer: GIFTED

Review and Interview: WE ARE X

By Liz Lopez Rating: B+ I attended the SXSW Film Festival this past March and viewed numerous music documentaries, but the one that I unfortunately missed is “We Are X” directed by Stephen Kijak (“Scott Walker – 30 Century Man,” “Backstreet Boys: Show ‘Em What You’re Made Of”). The feature documentary won the audience award… Continue reading Review and Interview: WE ARE X

Movie Trailer: SING

  Illumination has captivated audiences all over the world with the beloved hits Despicable Me, Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Despicable Me 2 and Minions, now the second-highest-grossing animated movie in history.  Following the release of this summer’s comedy blockbuster The Secret Life of Pets, Illumination presents Sing this holiday season. With its highly relatable characters,… Continue reading Movie Trailer: SING

Coming Soon to Digital VOD and EST: PENCILS DOWN!

A Compelling Chronicle about the Strike That Brought Hollywood Production to a Halt! Random Media Proudly Debuts PENCILS DOWN! The 100 Days of the Writers Guild Strike On Digital VOD and EST Platforms – November 8!   Los Angeles, Calif. – October 24, 2016 –  Pencils Down!  The 100 Days of the Writers Guild Strike,… Continue reading Coming Soon to Digital VOD and EST: PENCILS DOWN!

Review: INFERNO

By Mark Saldana Rating: 2 (Out of 4 Stars) Much like Angels & Demons and The Da Vinci Code before it, Inferno utilizes a wealth of European history, art and literature, blends it with real world issues, and spins it into a conspiracy-laden, mystery-thriller.  And much like its predecessors, the pacing and intensity of the… Continue reading Review: INFERNO

Screening Pass Giveaway: TROLLS

Source: DreamWorks TVR is giving away passes (good for four people) to this advance screening scheduled for Saturday, October 29 at 10:00 a..m.  NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY. Must be 18 or older to enter. See this movie early and free of charge before it opens in theaters! From the creators of SHREK comes DreamWorks Animation’s… Continue reading Screening Pass Giveaway: TROLLS

SXSW Film 2016 Review: IN A VALLEY OF VIOLENCE

By Liz Lopez Rating: B Filmmaker Ti West, known for his work in genre films, “The ABCs of Death,” “V/H/S/,” “The House of the Devil,” “The Innkeepers” and “The Sacrament,” took a turn towards writing, directing, editing and executive producing the feature film, “In A Valley of Violence.” The World Premiere was held at the… Continue reading SXSW Film 2016 Review: IN A VALLEY OF VIOLENCE