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As Cannes Film Festival Kicks off Abroad, America’s Hot New Teen Musical ‘In Your Dreams’ Invites Animation Proposals From Independent Film Producers Here At Home
As Cannes Film Festival Kicks off Abroad, America’s Hot New Teen Musical ‘In Your Dreams’ Invites Animation Proposals From Independent Film Producers Here At Home
New York, NY (PRWEB) May 18, 2006
As all eyes in the movie industry are turning to the Cannes Film Festival in France, the producers of the hot new teen musical “In Your Dreams” issued a statement today inviting the world’s independent film industry to tune in to their home-grown music and submit proposals for a potential animation project to be completed in the U.S. http://myspace.com/inyourdreamsthemusical
“Admittedly, it is a seller’s market at the Cannes Film Festival this year as a plethora of American buyers prepare to scour for possible gems,” says Zeke Farrow, the Miramax-linked creator of America’s hottest new teen musical, “In Your Dreams,” the underdog contender that is taking on Disney Channel’s “High School Musical” in a hotly fought battle for the $ 170 billion teen entertainment market. “But the film industry should not forget that there are plenty of gems right here at home.”
According to Farrow, while there are always plenty of exciting world-class films on view at Cannes, there are precious few commercial titles to buy. “At this year’s festival, which began last night with the world premiere of ‘The Da Vinci Code,’ most of the must-see titles already have distributors,” says Farrow. “And that’s not yet true of our hot new teen musical ‘In Your Dreams.’”
Indeed, Farrow admits that the rapidly burgeoning ranks of U.S. distributors at Cannes can expect to see many films that they like but few that they can responsibly acquire, especially given stateside audiences’ current aversion to foreign-language fare. “Unlike those films,” says Farrow, “our hot new teen musical, ‘In Your Dreams,’ was written in English, and our focus groups have told us that the use of this particular language, in many instances, enhances their viewing pleasure.”
In a year where major entertainment channel launches have been announced from Inner Tube to MSN to My Network TV — and not to mention webisode contenders by numerous animation outsiders — Farrow is confident his musical can find a home with a major, “big-buck” producer.
“We have a meeting scheduled for June with Dual Star Entertainment, which is the management company for teen stars Ashley Olsen and Mary Kate Olsen, and also for the Sprouse twins,” says Farrow. “The Olsen Twins would be great for either a live feature or an animated film. What people forget is that the Olsen Twins can sing, and in fact, they actually have a number of music CDs that have gone multi-platinum. So we are awaiting this meeting with much anticipation and confidence. Something always seems to pop up out of nowhere.”
Farrow adds that Sarah Jessica Parker’s Pretty Matches production company, which has a two-year production agreement with HBO, is still a contender for production rights. “Sarah Jessica was a child star herself, and there is a feeling in the New York entertainment community in which she is a leading light that the recent ‘slut glut’ on television may soon turn into an embarrassment of riches.”
But Farrow is open to smaller projects as well, from animation experts or even advertising agencies who are interested in animating any or all of the 13 songs that have already been recorded by Broadway stars on the “In Your Dreams” CD for their own purposes. “We have a song called ‘I Was Born To Reign’ which would be perfect for someone to animate as a spoof on Hilary Clinton’s rumored run for the presidency,” says Farrow. “And if you listen to it, you will see what I mean.” http://myspace.com/inyourdreamsthemusical
At Cannes, says Farrow, the likely outcome of this screening frenzy is that distributors with full release slates will resist the temptation to overpay, while hungrier firms with something to prove will shell out the big bucks. “Our film can probably be made right here in New York for under $ 5 million,” Farrow admonishes the movie industry. “So don’t go spending all your money on escargots.”
Movie studios that are vying for Cannes gold include Columbia Pictures, which is launching Sofia Coppola’s revisionist take on “Marie-Antoinette,” starring Kirsten Dunst in 18th century corsets; Sony Pictures Classics, which is introducing Pedro Almodovar’s dramatic “Volver,” starring Penelope Cruz in a role inspired by Anna Magnani; Paramount is debuting Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu’s “Babel,” starring Brad Pitt; and Al Gore’s global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth.” In addition Picturehouse will show Guillermo del Toro’s “Pan’s Labyrinth”; Lionsgate will show William Friedkin’s creepy thriller “Bug,” Fox Searchlight has Richard Linklater’s controversial “Fast Food Nation;” and Warner Independent Pictures will show Linklater’s animated adaptation of the Philip K. Dick sci-fi noir “A Scanner Darkly.”
Unlike the Cannes Film Festival, which is a film festival, “In Your Dreams” is a large-scale, splashy, teen musical –- with just a dash of political satire. It centers around Helen, a seventeen-year-old girl who appears in three different incarnations: Black, Pink, and Blue.
What is helping to fuel the “In Your Dreams Express,” according to Farrow, are its 13 ingeniously lyrical songs, performed by a number of top Broadway singers, including “Trailer Park’s” Drama Desk-nominated Leslie Kritzer, “Wicked’s” Laura Bell Bundy, “Les Miserable’s” Jodie Langel, “Little Shop of Horror’s” Kerry Butler, “Thoroughly Modern Millie’s” Gavin Creel, “Hairspray’s” Jackie Hoffman, “The Full Monty’s” Sloan Just, and Anika Larsen, Danny Rocket and Anthony Rapp from “Rent.” Rhythm and blues artist Shayna Steele is also a contributor.
The stage version of “In Your Dreams” will see a showcase production at Ars Nova, the famed Manhattan performance incubator, later this summer, says Farrow. http://broadwayworld.com/viewcolumn.cfm?colid=9263
Among those in the motion picture industry with a growing awareness of the significant market value that a theater-distributed rival to Disney’s cable-based “High School Musical” has to offer are Chris Meledandri; Joss Wedon; Ryan Kavanaugh of Gun Hill Road; Thomas Tull and Scott Mednick of Legendary Pictures; Stephen Quinn; Steve Bratspies; Roy Spence; Polly Cohen; Mark Gill; Jeff Robinov; Sasha Alpert; Bunim Murray; Oliver Obst; Melrose Investors; Bob Osher; Steve Bing; Jeff Skoll; Tom Jacobson; Nathan Lane; Marc Platt; Gus Gustawes; Kenny Miller; David Brookwell; Sean McNamara; MarVista; Matt Dearborn; Michael D. Jacobs; Fernando Szew; Paul Federbush; Andrea Arnold; Hal Lieberman; Ed Begley Jr.; Daniel Battsek; TalkStory Productions; Brookwell McNamara Entertainment; Ray Lawrence; Richard Kelly; Ben Silverman and Reveille Studios; USA Entertainment; Gayle Troberman and Rob Bennett at MSN; and Vanessa Taylor at Pretty Matches Productions, which is currently producing “The Washingtonienne,” a sit-com for HBO about a Senatorial intern who discusses product placement opportunities with a Washington Insider during her lunch break.
The $ 170 billion teen and tween entertainment market continues to be a major focus this spring for a number of content providers. For example, over the course of its twelve airings (January 20-April 21, 2006), Disney Channel’s break-into-song “High School Musical” reached 36.5 million unique total viewers (persons 2+), 20.1 million households, 10.3 million kids 6-11 and 11.1 million tweens 9-14. The premiere of “High School Musical” delivered the highest ever household ratings for Disney Channel original programming. Traffic to DisneyChannel.com surged with the premiere of “High School Musical.” Within a 24-hour period after its January 20 premiere, 1.2 million unique visitors logged on to DisneyChannel.com — the most ever for the site.
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Original Flash Animation and Film Studio VEESH.COM Goes Live
Original Flash Animation and Film Studio VEESH.COM Goes Live
Montreal, QC (PRWEB) June 19, 2006
FOKaL Inc. has just released their brand new website VEESH.COM (http://www.veesh.com) after several years of work, tuning and development. The website features an impressive total of six completed flash films available for immediate viewing that span a variety of genres.
VEESH.COM is designed, owned and operated by life and business partners, Vish and Asia. They both have several years of experience in design, business, online marketing, arts and indy film production.
“Both my partner and I, have always had a huge interest in web and film so it only made sense to create a website that could serve as a creative outpost for our many ideas and artistic interests. This site is in many ways a life-long dream for me. It took some time to gather the right team and resources to make VEESH.COM happen.” says Vish. “We didn’t want to go live with one flash film that would essentially typecast the genre for VEESH.COM. We waited and struggled for a couple of years to produce our current catalog of six very distinguished and varied productions. We also have many more in the works at this very moment.”
Everything available on the website is produced and financed in-house by VEESH.COM. The company commissions and works closely with a group of seasoned artists, animators, writers and designers.
“We hope to re-coup costs and possibly make good with ad revenue, sale of collectibles from our signature online shop (http://www.cafepress.com/veesh), monetary contributions and possible future online syndication. I know many challenges lie ahead and we are confident that our experience, knowledge and tools will make VEESH.COM a success!” states VISH.
The website also offers newsletter subscribers pre-launch screenings of upcoming productions and free downloadable wallpapers in their grabs section.
“From the minute details incorporated into each frame, to the pixel perfection design of the website, VEESH.COM is an amazing dream come true,” said Asia.
VEESH.COM is a fresh Internet destination that is free to access and has something for everyone, including comics, animated cartoons, games and more. Enter the site and be transported to a unique world of digital entertainment. You can play an Interactive drinking game or appreciate a Film-Noir inspired drama titled “Russian Roulette.” You can laugh out loud at the slapstick antics of a Beaver named Bang or get hooked on a cute but scary web series of things that-go-bump-in-the-night titled “Whispers.”
For additional information, contact Vish or visit http://www.veesh.com.
About FOKaL Inc.:
FOKaL Inc. is an innovative new design studio that specializes in web development, film production and interior design. The company is owned and operated by husband-wife partners Vish P. and Asia K. Their entrepreneurial spirits, seasoned business experience and love for everything design fuels their goals to create, sustain and succeed.
Contact:
Vish
Co-Founder FOKaL Inc.
http://www.veesh.com
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Top Contemporary Artists to Appear At San Diego Comic-Con International: From Van Eaton Galleries, The Largest Selection of Original Animation Production Art Anywhere In The World
Top Contemporary Artists to Appear At San Diego Comic-Con International: From Van Eaton Galleries, The Largest Selection of Original Animation Production Art Anywhere In The World
Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) July 12, 2006
Van Eaton Galleries of Sherman Oaks, will be showcasing four of the top artists in their field at their booth, Number 501, in Exhibit Hall A at the San Diego Comic-Con International.
Appearances will be made by Author, Illustrator, and Filmmaker Gris Grimly, Director, Graphic Artist, and Author, Ragnar, Puppeteers, Filmmakers, Authors and Stop Motion artists, The Chiodo Brothers, and Animator and Artist Glen Orbik.
Van Eaton Galleries will have an amazing selection of original Chiodo Bros art for viewing and sale – including a special display of rare props from ‘Killer Klowns’, ‘Critter’s’, exclusive new artwork from two perennial Comic Con favorites – Ragnar and Gris Grimly, all of which available for signings.
Van Eaton Galleries Schedule of Special Appearances
Thursday, July 20th, 2006
The Chiodo Bros: 11am – 1pm
Gris Grimly: 2pm – 4pm
The Chiodo Bros: 3pm – 6pm
Ragnar: 4pm – 5pm
Friday, July 21st, 2006
The Chiodo Bros: 12noon- 2pm
Gris Grimly: 2pm – 4pm
Ragnar: 4pm – 5pm
The Chiodo Bros: 4pm – 7pm
Saturday, July 22nd, 2006
The Chiodo Bros: 10am – 12noon
Gris Grimly: 2pm – 4pm
The Chiodo Bros: 2pm – 6pm
Sunday, July 23rd, 2006
The Chiodo Bros: 12noon – 3pm
The Chiodo Bros. – Charlie, Stephen and Ed will be appearing daily at the Van Eaton Galleries Booth #501. The Chiodo Bros. are best known for the cult classic, “Killer Klowns from Outer Space.” circa 1988 and the puppetry in “Team America, World Police.” The Chiodo Bros. are Emmy Award winning, Producers, Writers & Directors.
Glen Orbik – Pulp Book Cover Artist with a Noir Style with appear at the Van Eaton Gallery Booth #501 on Saturday, July 22, 2006 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Orbik’s skills garnered him book covers for works written by Ray Bradbury and Stephen King. Additionally, Limited Edition Artwork will be available for sale from his DC Comic Fine Art.
Gris Grimly – New Original Art, “new” Limited Edition titled “Three Little Kittens” from the Wicked Nursery Rhymes Book. “new” Limited Edition titled, “Road to Nowhere” – original inspired art, Original Art from his infamous T-shirt designs from the year 2001. Gris will be appear daily from 2pm – 4pm.
Ragnar – New Limited Edition Releases include, “The Quitting”, “Late at Seven”, “….And In The Other Room” These are large format Giclee’s on Canvas. We will also feature his new Books, “Kings of the Road”, “Chromofile II”. Older book list include, “Got Your Nose”, Izzy’s Very Important Adventure.” Ragnar will appear at the Van Eaton Booth #501, Thursday, July 20th and Friday, July 21, 2006 from 4:00 PM to 5:00PM.
ABOUT COMIC-CON, SAN DIEGO
The San Diego Comic-Con International is the largest gathering of Comic Book and Pop culture Fans in the world. “We have been involved with this convention for over 13 years,” according to Van Eaton Galleries owners Janeen & Mike Van Eaton. “Each year the convention continues to grow. Our exhibit space has grown to over 1,000 square feet and the professionals that we are bringing in this year to discuss their trade, will be a highlight of the event.” Van Eaton Galleries will be showcasing thousands of pieces from original animation artwork as well.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS’
Noted storyteller and award-winning author Gris Grimly’s work is noted as being “stylish, funny, and gloriously ghoulish” by film director Clive Barker.
The fine art of Ragnar opens an alluring window onto a world of masterful graphic geography, sizzling with all the seduction of great film noir. Noted Animator/Director Ralph Bakshi has called Ragnar’s newest book “Kings Of he Road” “Brilliant Illustration and cartooning, a throwback to the golden age of magazine illustration in america…”
The Chiodo Brothers are notorious for their work in Team America: World Police, producing the puppets, and also the cult classic “Killer Klowns from Outer Space”, producing and directing the sci-fi horror film.
Pulp and comic book artist Glen Orbik’s work has been seen on the covers of Ray Bradbury and Stephen King books. His art has also been featured in several major Comic Book series, including Batman: Legend of The Dark Knight”, and “The Art of Marvel”.
ABOUT VAN EATON GALLERIES
Van Eaton Galleries has established themselves as a presence at the convention and as a force for the introduction of new and popular artists in the animation and Pop/Contemporary Art World.
For more information on Van Eaton Galleries visit http://www.vegalleries.com.
For more information on the San Diego Comic-Con International visit http://www.comic-con.org
Van Eaton Galleries
13613 Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, California 91423
Phone: 818.788.2357
MEDIA CONTACT
Tracie Lynn Tucker
310-857-6970
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“Shrek Forever After” Concept Artwork Available! by DreamWorks Animation Fine Art
“Shrek Forever After” Concept Artwork Available! by DreamWorks Animation Fine Art
Glendale, CA (PRWEB) April 20, 2010
Sanders Art Studio, a global publisher of fine art, is the official licensee of DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc., and the global publisher of DreamWorks Animation Fine Art. Sanders Art Studio specializes in providing collectors rare and exclusive pieces of animation art.
The new DreamWorks Animation Fine Art portfolio captures the artistic styles of the DreamWorks Animation feature films, through limited editions, hand-signed and numbered fine artwork.
With world-class creative talent and technological capabilities, our goal is too capture the artistic styles in each of the DreamWorks Animation animated feature films that deliver great stories, breathtaking visual imagery and captures the imaginations of all people regardless of age.
Make sure to visit our online gallery to view the entire collection of DreamWorks Animation Fine Art at http://www.dreamworksanimationfineart.com.
DreamWorks Animation Fine Art is available in art galleries around the globe. Please visit your local fine art gallery and ask to see the collection in person.
About DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.:
DreamWorks Animation creates high-quality entertainment, including CG animated feature films, television specials and series, live entertainment properties and online virtual worlds, meant for audiences around the world. The Company has world- class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced filmmaking technology and techniques. All of DreamWorks Animation’s feature films are now being produced in 3D. The Company has theatrically released a total of 18 animated feature films, including the franchise properties “Shrek,” “Madagascar” and “Kung Fu Panda.”
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DreamWorks Animation SKG Films Come to Life in Fine Art
DreamWorks Animation SKG Films Come to Life in Fine Art
Ogden, UT (PRWEB) January 14, 2010
Sanders Art Studio a global publisher of fine art is the official licensee of DreamWorks Animation SKG, and the global publisher of DreamWorks Animation Fine Art. Sanders Art Studio specializes in providing collectors rare and exclusive pieces of animation art.
The new DreamWorks Animation Fine Art portfolio captures the artistic styles of the DreamWorks Animation feature films, through limited editions, hand-signed and numbered fine artwork.
With world-class creative talent and technological capabilities, our goal is too capture the artistic styles in each of the DreamWorks Animation animated feature films that deliver great stories, breathtaking visual imagery and captures the imaginations of all people regardless of age.
Opening assortment:
Shrek
“Kitty Eyes” Puss in Boots – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 590.00
“Love” Donkey & Dragon – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 500.00
Gingy Flowers – Shrek 3 – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 500.00
Shrek & Fiona “In Love”- Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 500.00
Far Far Away Entrance – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 590.00
Kung Fu Panda
China Bridge – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 900.00
The Furious Five – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 590.00
Wu Dan Mountain Visual Development – Po & Shifu – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 900.00
Po’s Dream Early Concept – Red River – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 800.00
Village Marketplace – Giclee on canvas, limited edition of 195 – Retail $ 800.00
Make sure to visit our online gallery to view the entire collection of DreamWorks Animation Fine Art at http://www.dreamworksanimationfineart.com.
DreamWorks Animation Fine Art is available in art galleries around the globe. Please visit your local fine art gallery and ask to see the collection in person.
About DreamWorks Animation SKG
DreamWorks Animation creates high-quality entertainment, including CG animated feature films, television specials and series, live entertainment properties and online virtual worlds, meant for audiences around the world. The Company has world- class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced filmmaking technology and techniques. All of DreamWorks Animation’s feature films are now being produced in 3D. The Company has theatrically released a total of 18 animated feature films, including the franchise properties “Shrek,” “Madagascar” and “Kung Fu Panda.”
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