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Hilarious Mockumentary JESUS PEOPLE Coming This Spring
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 18, 2014


Freestyle Releasing and Freestyle Digital Media (FDM) announced today that they have acquired theatrical and all DVD/VOD rights to JESUS PEOPLE

Melissa Leo Will Host 2-Day Acting Workshop in New York this May
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 17, 2014


This will be an abolutely unique opportunity to develop your skills in Acting Techinques with one of the best actresses in activity. You will have an educational experience of excellence in a small and intimate group of only 25 participants maximum, with no less than Oscar winning actress Melissa Leo one of the most in demand actresses in the world right now, Winner of an Oscar for her performance on 'The Fighter' Melissa will surely be one of the great actresses of our time, and is step by step also becoming one of the most awarded actresses in activity.

Melissa Leo Stars in Critically Acclaimed Indie BOTTLED UP, Out Today
by Movies News Desk - Feb 28, 2014


Freestyle Digital Media (FDM) and Freestyle Releasing announce today that they have acquired the film, and set today, February 28th as the release date for BOTTLED UP

Melissa Leo to Star in Critically Acclaimed Indie BOTTLED UP
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 25, 2014


Freestyle Digital Media (FDM) and Freestyle Releasing announce today that they have acquired the film, and set February 28th as the release date for BOTTLED UP

Freestyle Acquires BOTTLED UP with Melissa Leo & Josh Hamilton; Sets Day & Date Release for this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 24, 2014


Freestyle Digital Media (FDM) and Freestyle Releasing announce today that they have acquired the film, and set February 28th as the release date for BOTTLED UP, the moving family indie that stars Academy Award-winning actress Melissa Leo (THE FIGHTER, WINTER'S BONE), Josh Hamilton (J. EDGAR, “American Horror Story”) and Marin Ireland (SIDE EFFECTS, I AM LEGEND).

DALLAS BUYERS CLUB, THE WALKING DEAD & JACKASS PRESENTS: BAD GRAMPA Win at Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards
by Robert Diamond - Feb 16, 2014


The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild tonight announced winners of its Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists awards in 14 categories of film, television, commercials and live theater during the black-tie ceremony at the Paramount Studios Theatre. MAC Cosmetics was the Official Cocktail Reception Sponsor. The awards took place before an audience of more than 500, including guild members, industry executives and press. The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild's President Sue Cabral-Ebert presided over the awards ceremony with actor/comedian Tom Arnold serving as host.

THE GREATEST STORY NEVER TOLD Plays Theatre Wit, Now thru 3/22
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2014


What happens when a narrator walks on stage to read a book and the pages are blank and the actors are nowhere to be found?! In this interactive improvised adventure it is up to YOU, the audience, to inspire and perform in The Greatest Story Never Told.

THE GREATEST STORY NEVER TOLD to Play Theatre Wit, 2/1-3/22
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2014


What happens when a narrator walks on stage to read a book and the pages are blank and the actors are nowhere to be found?! In this interactive improvised adventure it is up to YOU, the audience, to inspire and perform in The Greatest Story Never Told.

Jared Leto, Oscar Isaac Among Actors to Receive 2014 Virtuosos Award
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 17, 2013


The Santa Barbara International Film Festival continues its tradition of honoring the year's standout performers by presenting The 2014 Virtuosos Award to Daniel Brühl (Rush), Adèle Exarchopoulos (Blue Is The Warmest Color), Oscar Isaac (Inside Llewyn Davis), Michael B. Jordan (Fruitvale Station), Brie Larson (Short Term 12), Jared Leto (Dallas Buyers Club) and June Squibb (Nebraska)

Lee Daniels' THE BUTLER to Return to Theaters for Oscar Run
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2013


Deadline reports that Lee Daniels' “The Butler” will return to theaters beginning this Friday, December 6th, in a last minute push for Oscar recognition. The historical film will play in 1007 theaters nationwide.

HBO Airs Final Episodes of Award-Winning Drama TREME, Beg. Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 1, 2013


Created by David Simon (HBO's 'The Wire,' 'Generation Kill' and 'The Corner') and Eric Overmyer ('St. Elsewhere,' 'Homicide: Life on the Street' and HBO's 'The Wire'), the Peabody Award-winning drama series TREME returns for its five-episode conclusion SUNDAY, DEC. 1

Lionsgate Acquires U.S. Rights to Robin Williams' ANGRIEST MAN IN BROOKLYN
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 12, 2013


Variety reports that Lionsgate has acquired the U.S. rights to “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn,” starring Robin Williams and Mila Kunis.

HBO to Air Final Episodes of Award-Winning Drama TREME Beg. 12/1
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 5, 2013


Created by David Simon (HBO's 'The Wire,' 'Generation Kill' and 'The Corner') and Eric Overmyer ('St. Elsewhere,' 'Homicide: Life on the Street' and HBO's 'The Wire'), the Peabody Award-winning drama series TREME returns for its five-episode conclusion SUNDAY, DEC. 1

VIDEO: Shia LaBeouf Stars in Trailer for CHARLIE COUNTRYMAN
by - Oct 9, 2013


Below, check out a new trailer for Fredrik Bond's CHARLIE COUNTRYMAN, starring Shia LaBeouf. The film was an Official selection at this year's Sundance Film Festival.

Orchid Show and More Set for The Ware Center's First Friday Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2013


Six events for the public are scheduled for the Ware Center this coming First Today - there's something for everyone, all ages. All but the film ARE FREE.

Orchid Show and More Set for The Ware Center's First Friday, 10/4
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2013


Six events for the public are scheduled for the Ware Center this coming First Friday - there's something for everyone, all ages. All but the film ARE FREE.

7th Annual 'Evening Before' to Benefit the Motion Picture & Television Fund
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 23, 2013


Television's biggest night took place in Century Park, CA this Saturday, September 21 st, where the entertainment industry came together for the seventh annual 'Evening Before' party, benefitting the MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund).

65TH PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS - All the Winners!
by Robert Diamond - Sep 22, 2013


The 65th Primetime Emmy Awards, hosted by HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER's Neil Patrick Harris, is telecast live coast-to-coast tonight, September 22nd (8 PM ET/5 PM PT) on CBS from the NOKIA Theater L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles. BWW TVWorld will be bringing you live updates of the winners, in addition to photos, videos, and more throughout the night!

PRISONERS Locks Up Weekend Box Office Win with $21 Million
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 22, 2013


The film opened in theaters on Friday, grossing an impressive $7 million with first-day sales, and closed out Sunday with $21.4 million.

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