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5 Questions for Actor: CAMERON AUBLE-BRANIGAN & Danseur Documentary
This documentary explores the world of the male ballet dancer. We get to know several young dancers, what brought them to dancing and we are treated to some strong performances. However, the crux of Danseur shines a light on a damaging double standard.
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THE APOLLO documentary
Roger Ross Williams & Lisa Cortes Presents: THE APOLLO – 90 Years of History in Harlem By Le Anne Lindsay, Editor Tinsel & Tine’s coverage of the 8th Annual BlackStar Film Festival (Aug 1-4, 2019) included the Philly Premiere of THE APOLLO directed by Roger Ross Williams The Apollo chronicles the unique history and contemporary legacy of New York City’s landmark Apollo Theater. While uncovering the rich history of the internationally renowned theater that has influenced American music and culture for 85 years, it also examines the current state of race in America. This was the latest project for creative producer Lisa Cortes who is best known for Precious (2009),…
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Leeway Foundation Screening: MAYA ANGELOU AND STILL I RISE
by Le Anne Lindsay, Editor The Leeway Foundation presented a film event at the Community College of Philadelphia which featured the documentary MAYA ANGELOU AND STILL I RISE by filmmakers Bob Hercules and Rita Coburn Whack. Featuring interviews with Dr. Angelou, Oprah Winfrey, Common, President Bill Clinton and rightful President Hillary Clinton. What a full and inspiring life Dr. Maya Angelou lead as a singer, dancer, activist, poet, writer and director. The doc originally aired on PBS a month or so ago, but I’m so glad I got to see it on a bigger screen in the company of others who also felt the power and love this woman gave…
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THE BILLBOARD BOYS (Documentary)
WE’RE LIVING HERE IN ALLENTOWN – THE BILLBOARD BOYS By Le Anne Lindsay, Editor I think most of us agree the first Reality TV show was MTV’s The Real World and the first competition reality show – Mark Burnett’s Survivor. But did you know there was an event that both preceded and combined these two institutions? Back in 1982 the radio station WSAN came up with a publicity stunt that went viral, way before we ever knew the term, and in all places, Allentown PA. Producer Frank J. Petka, of Tag Visual Media and his partner Writer/Director Pat Taggart from Roxborough and Southwest Philly respectively, are set to release a…
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In Philly October 1st – Slamdance Presents: THE RESURRECTION OF JAKE THE SNAKE
Tinsel & Tine Subscribers got a chance to win Reserved Seats to see… Steve Yu’s documentary feature film, THE RESURRECTION OF JAKE THE SNAKE, a SLAMDANCE PRESENTS release with in person appearances of Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Diamond Dallas Page and director Steve Yu The contest is over and the Winners have been notified. I’ve started a wait list in case any winners have to cancel before 10/1. Be sure to subscribe to T&T’s newsletter for the next screening offer!!! You can still attend this Philly film event by Purchasing a Ticket through Landmark Theaters Date: Thursday, October 1, 2015 Time: 7:00pm Theater: Ritz 5 (125 S. 2nd St Philadelphia,…
