Joaquin Phoenix Shines as the Perfect Depiction of Napoleon in Ridley Scott’s Epic Film

Joaquin Phoenix Shines as the Perfect Depiction of Napoleon in Ridley Scott’s Epic Film In Summation • Ridley Scott’s upcoming film, “Napoleon,” will feature Joaquin Phoenix’s remarkable performance as the French emperor. • Leo Tolstoy famously depicted Napoleon in “War and Peace” as a spoiled manchild lacking truth and decorum. • Phoenix’s portrayal of Napoleon is characterized by political might, public caricature, and deep emotions. … Continue reading Joaquin Phoenix Shines as the Perfect Depiction of Napoleon in Ridley Scott’s Epic Film

Emerald Fennell Reveals Shocking and Controversial Film ‘Saltburn’: A Must-Watch That Demands Discussion

Emerald Fennell Reveals Shocking and Controversial Film ‘Saltburn’: A Must-Watch That Demands Discussion In Brief • Writer-Director Emerald Fennell’s latest film ‘Saltburn’ is set to challenge boundaries and provoke discussion. • Boasting explicit scenes of filth, shock, and a jaw-dropping graveyard incident, the film promises an uncomfortably thrilling experience. • Set for limited release on November 17th, ‘Saltburn’ intertwines murder, desire, and luxury in a … Continue reading Emerald Fennell Reveals Shocking and Controversial Film ‘Saltburn’: A Must-Watch That Demands Discussion

Priscilla Presley Initially Worried About Priscilla Movie, Now Believes It Captures Her Story Perfectly

Priscilla Presley Initially Worried About Priscilla Movie, Now Believes It Captures Her Story Perfectly In Brief • Priscilla Presley initially had reservations about Sofia Coppola’s biopic based on her memoir but now believes it captures her story perfectly. • She chose to partner with Coppola due to their connection and Coppola’s dedication to getting the story right. • Presley revealed her decision not to remarry … Continue reading Priscilla Presley Initially Worried About Priscilla Movie, Now Believes It Captures Her Story Perfectly

CDI’s ‘Silent Night In Algona’ Coming To Director, DP, Lead Actor’s Home Town

LANSING, Mich. – Jan. 23, 2023 – PRLog — Collective Development Incorporated’s WWll home front film, ‘Silent Night In Algona’ (Based On True Events), filmed on location in Kossuth County, IA, where the 1944-45 events played out, was a massive effort. Since its World Premiere theatrical release on Dec. 9 in Algona, IA, the film has played to sell-out audiences in 50 theaters in three … Continue reading CDI’s ‘Silent Night In Algona’ Coming To Director, DP, Lead Actor’s Home Town

WW2 Film Reveals ‘Forgotten Story’ of German PWs in America’s Heartland

by: Collective Development Inc. LANSING, Mich. – Nov. 30, 2022 – PRLog — Collective Development Inc. is a Midwest production company well known for creating films with uplifting and/or inspirational storylines. They are about to release their next film, Silent Night In Algona. This Anthony Hornus, the directed film, is approaching eighty years after the actual 1944 events that inspired this motion picture. Few are … Continue reading WW2 Film Reveals ‘Forgotten Story’ of German PWs in America’s Heartland

No Trick, Only Treat, As ‘Silent Night in Algona’ Releases Theatrical Trailer

By: Collective Development Inc. LANSING, Mich. – Oct. 31, 2022 – PRLog — Collective Development Inc. (CDI) is hard at work finishing their latest film, Silent Night in Algona. The Anthony Hornus (Man’s Best Friend) directed film showcases actual events in a German PW camp in Algona, Iowa, in 1944. From a script by DJ Perry, the film follows the perspectives of the German PWs, … Continue reading No Trick, Only Treat, As ‘Silent Night in Algona’ Releases Theatrical Trailer

The Redford Theatre continues its 2022 Black Film Festival with the presentation of Claudine on Saturday, September 10

It’s Harlem in the 1970s. Diahann Carroll stars as the single mother of six trying to juggle a job, kids, and a relationship with a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector, James Earl Jones. Carroll has to lie to her social worker about her job and the boyfriend because either could cause a reduction or loss of her welfare benefits—and she needs both the welfare and … Continue reading The Redford Theatre continues its 2022 Black Film Festival with the presentation of Claudine on Saturday, September 10

The Danzell Calhoun directed ‘The Peace Pox’ premieres December 22 in Bay City

In time for Christmas, the Danzell Calhoun directed “The Peace Pox” will premiere December 22,  at 2 p.m. at Bay City’s Westown Theater, 611 E. Midland St. A history-based film“The Peace Pox” chronicles the Christmas Truce of 1914, when World War 1 soldiers on both sides temporarily stopped fighting when lives of two sergeants, one German and one British, reflect back on their lives and … Continue reading The Danzell Calhoun directed ‘The Peace Pox’ premieres December 22 in Bay City

A dream comes true for docufilm ‘Andrea Doria: Are the Passengers Saved?’ as it airs on WTVS Detroit Public TV Thursday, July 25

If you are going to be present and in front of your TV set, Thursday, July 25 at 9:00 PM. be certain to tune into   for the PBS screening of the docufilm, “Andrea Doria: Are the Passengers Saved?”  This is the docufilm that endeavors to correct history. D From Pierette Domenica Simpson A Dream Come True for Our Docufilm: PBS! “I’m sharing what I … Continue reading A dream comes true for docufilm ‘Andrea Doria: Are the Passengers Saved?’ as it airs on WTVS Detroit Public TV Thursday, July 25

Photograb: Some more BTS photos from director Michael B. Chait pick-up shots from Wolf Hound

  Here are some more Behind The Scenes pictures from our Pick-Up Shoot for WOLF HOUND I Directed several weeks ago. These Stills were taken by the awesome Photographer Erika Locastro, the better half of my longtime close friend & film collaborator Joe Locastro, who did an excellent job as 2nd Assistant Director on this shoot, both coming in from Boston to film with us … Continue reading Photograb: Some more BTS photos from director Michael B. Chait pick-up shots from Wolf Hound