Author: Mark Saldana

Movie News: Marvel Studios’ ANT-MAN

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA (August, 18, 2014) – Marvel Studios began principal photography today in San Francisco, California, on its newest Super Hero franchise Marvel’s “Ant-Man.” The film brings one of Marvel comics’ original founding members of The Avengers into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The production also shoots on location in Atlanta, Georgia, which serves as… Continue reading Movie News: Marvel Studios’ ANT-MAN

Movie News: Focus Features Fall Movie Preview

THE BOXTROLLS – In Theaters Everywhere Beginning September 26th Story: A family event movie from the creators of “Coraline” and “ParaNorman” that introduces audiences to a new breed of family – The Boxtrolls, a community of quirky, mischievous creatures who have lovingly raised a human boy named Eggs (voiced by Isaac Hempstead Wright) in the… Continue reading Movie News: Focus Features Fall Movie Preview

Blu-ray Release: BATMAN 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Celebrating 75 Years of Caped Crusader Entertainment… Batman 25th Anniversary Edition Debuts November 11 in New Diamond Luxe Packaging Burbank, Calif., August 14, 2014 – To help mark Warner Bros. Entertainment (WBE) and DC Entertainment’s milestone 75th anniversary of DC Comics’ popular Batman character, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) will release Batman 25th Anniversary Two-Disc… Continue reading Blu-ray Release: BATMAN 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Eventos Locales: Producción Musical Destaca La Mujer En La Industria

Por Liz Lopez La producción Women in Latin Music, creada por la organización de fin sin lucro Austin Latino Music Association (ALMA), regresa por la quinta celebración anual de música en diversos géneros representado por artistas femeninas. El show será el domingo, 17 de agosto 2014 de 2-8pm en el Moose Lodge #1735, 2103 E… Continue reading Eventos Locales: Producción Musical Destaca La Mujer En La Industria

Review: WHAT IF

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) Originally titled, The F Word, What If is a typical, but charming romantic comedy that answers the question, “What if close friends gamble with their relationship and become more than friends?” While the process of discovering the answers (within the context of this story and characters),… Continue reading Review: WHAT IF

Review: CALVARY

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) The main theme of this near pitch black comedy can be summed up in one popular Christian adage: “What would Jesus do?” One doesn’t have to be a devout Christian, or  a Christian at all for that matter, to have a general understanding of Jesus’ story… Continue reading Review: CALVARY

Movie News: REVENGE OF THE GREEN DRAGONS

A24 and DirecTV have teamed up on REVENGE OF THE GREEN DRAGONS, directed by Andrew Lau & Andrew Loo, and executive produced by Martin Scorsese. The film will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.  DirecTV will immediately follow with an exclusive 30-day window beginning September 11, followed by an A24 theatrical release… Continue reading Movie News: REVENGE OF THE GREEN DRAGONS

Local Events: ALMA Presents: WOMEN IN LATIN MUSIC SHOWCASE

                     Austin Latino Music Association (ALMA)                    Women in Latin Music 2014 showcase                       Sunday, August 17, 2014, 2 PM to 8:00                    Moose Lodge #1735                              2103 E. M. Franklin Avenue, Austin, Texas 78723 COVER:                  $10 Admission presale and $15 at the door The Women in Latin Music showcase is hosted by the Austin Latino… Continue reading Local Events: ALMA Presents: WOMEN IN LATIN MUSIC SHOWCASE

Local News: AFS GRAND JURY

(AUSTIN, TX)—The Austin Film Society announces the three jurors who will determine the recipients of this year’s $115,000 Austin Film Society Grant. The grant, which started in 1996 and is awarded annually, has given $1.35 million in cash and $157,790 in goods and services to over 385 film and video projects.  The panel is in… Continue reading Local News: AFS GRAND JURY