Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Return to Tarawa - on Larry King Live
Larry King interviews Ed Harris, director Steven Barber and Leon Coooper regarding "Return to Tarawa - The Leon Cooper Story" Distributed by Tubemogul.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
The Nature of Existence (20 second trailer HD)
Why are we here, and what are we supposed to do about it? What started the Universe, and was it a mistake? Does God exist, and why does he seem so interested in our sex lives? After exploring the phenomenon of TREKKIES, filmmaker Roger Nygard takes on THE NATURE OF EXISTENCE. As he roams the globe, Nygard interviews spiritual leaders, scholars, scientists, artists, chefs, and others who have influenced, inspired, or terrified humanity. Nygards travels highlight the words of such luminaries as Indian holy man Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins, Stanford physicist Leonard Susskind, wrestler Rob Adonis, confrontational evangelist Brother Jed Smock, film director Irvin Kershner, the body of Pope John XXIII, and Stonehenge Druids among many others. Combining an investigative approach with humor, Nygard offers a challenging, humorous, and enlightening view of humanity. The most important journey we take may be the journey to find meaning in our own existence. Distributed by Tubemogul.
The Nature of Existence (theatrical trailer HD)
Why are we here, and what are we supposed to do about it? What started the Universe, and was it a mistake? Does God exist, and why does he seem so interested in our sex lives? After exploring the phenomenon of TREKKIES, filmmaker Roger Nygard takes on THE NATURE OF EXISTENCE. As he roams the globe, Nygard interviews spiritual leaders, scholars, scientists, artists, chefs, and others who have influenced, inspired, or terrified humanity. Nygards travels highlight the words of such luminaries as Indian holy man Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins, Stanford physicist Leonard Susskind, wrestler Rob Adonis, confrontational evangelist Brother Jed Smock, film director Irvin Kershner, the body of Pope John XXIII, and Stonehenge Druids among many others. Combining an investigative approach with humor, Nygard offers a challenging, humorous, and enlightening view of humanity. The most important journey we take may be the journey to find meaning in our own existence. Distributed by Tubemogul.
Friday, November 20, 2009
'Blood Equity' The heavy toll of playing pro football
http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-capsules20-2009nov20,0,7071132.story
"Everybody who plays leaves with something," says retired New York Giants linebacker Harry Carson in the documentary "Blood Equity" but, sadly, he doesn't mean a glorious pension or athletic pride. He's referring to the physical and mental struggles of ex-football players who feel monetarily neglected by the now $7.1-billion sport and its union when, as studies increasingly show, the game's built-in brutality -- and fierce pride in playing injured -- leads to a post-career life of constant medical care.
The outrage expressed by interviewees Carson, Mike Ditka, Daryl Johnston, Donnie Green and others -- whether offering personal tales of woe or sticking up for others -- is directed mostly at NFL Players Assn. head Gene Upshaw, who notoriously denied a connection between game-time concussions and increased instances of dementia among retirees. (Footage of Baltimore Colts legend John Mackey not recognizing family photos is especially heartbreaking.)
Upshaw died last year, though, which indicates that director Michael Felix and ex-NFL linebacker/coach Roman Phifer, who produced, could have updated their advocacy to reflect the latest efforts to address this problem. But as rough-hewn and stylistically awkward as the film is -- editing car crash sound effects over nasty on-field collisions -- the stories make for gripping testimony.
-- Robert Abele "Blood Equity.
"Everybody who plays leaves with something," says retired New York Giants linebacker Harry Carson in the documentary "Blood Equity" but, sadly, he doesn't mean a glorious pension or athletic pride. He's referring to the physical and mental struggles of ex-football players who feel monetarily neglected by the now $7.1-billion sport and its union when, as studies increasingly show, the game's built-in brutality -- and fierce pride in playing injured -- leads to a post-career life of constant medical care.
The outrage expressed by interviewees Carson, Mike Ditka, Daryl Johnston, Donnie Green and others -- whether offering personal tales of woe or sticking up for others -- is directed mostly at NFL Players Assn. head Gene Upshaw, who notoriously denied a connection between game-time concussions and increased instances of dementia among retirees. (Footage of Baltimore Colts legend John Mackey not recognizing family photos is especially heartbreaking.)
Upshaw died last year, though, which indicates that director Michael Felix and ex-NFL linebacker/coach Roman Phifer, who produced, could have updated their advocacy to reflect the latest efforts to address this problem. But as rough-hewn and stylistically awkward as the film is -- editing car crash sound effects over nasty on-field collisions -- the stories make for gripping testimony.
-- Robert Abele "Blood Equity.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
SUPERBOWL CHAMP’S CONTROVERSIAL FILM ABOUT NFL PLAYER INJURIES HITS THEATERS NOVEMBER 20TH
LOS ANGELES, California – November 10, 2009 – Three time Super Bowl Champion Roman Phifer’s controversial film about NFL Player Injuries hits theaters Nov. 20, 2009.
Beverly Hills based WALKING SHADOWS has announced the theatrical release of BLOOD EQUITY, Super Bowl Champ Roman Phifer’s controversial film about NFL Player Injuries – an exposé of the dark side of the NFL, America's Biggest Blood Sport. The film begins its theatrical run on November 20th, 2009 at Los Angeles’s prestigious Laemmles Sunset 5, 8000 W. Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048. For show times, check local listings or visit www.laemmle.com.
In recent days, NFL injuries and the "safety" epidemic have caught the attention of Congress, the media, and the nation at large, with outlets such as 60 Minutes, the New York Times, and New Yorker Magazine devoting intensive coverage to the controversial congressional hearings attacking the NFL for its negligence towards its star employees.
Roman Phifer, three time Super Bowl Champion and Assistant Coach for the Denver Broncos, and his business partners Rico McClinton and Joe Ruggiero - produced BLOOD EQUITY, a hard-hitting film that focuses on the issues facing former NFL Players following their retirement, including their ironic struggle against the NFL Player's Union and the team owners they made rich.
The film features intense, passionate interviews with such notables as Mike Ditka (Player Super Bowl V, VI; Coach Super Bowl XX), Harry Carson (Super Bowl XXI), Willie Wood (Super Bowl XXIV), Cyril Smith, Donnie Green, Tony Dorsett (Super Bowl XXXVII), Darryl Johnston (Super Bowl XXX) who share heartfelt and personal testimonies of living their dreams as NFL players – as well as the dark side of that life and some of the unforeseen nightmares.
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of BLOOD EQUITY benefit the Gridiron Greats. The Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund is a non-profit, 501(c) (3) corporation, established to provide financial assistance and coordinate social services to retired NFL players in dire need of support. To learn more about the GGAF and ways to support its efforts, contact Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund, info@gridirongreats.org or www.gridirongreats.org/donate/
The film will be released on DVD and Blu-Ray December 1st, 2009, and is already available for to pre-order on Amazon, Netflix, Facebook, and many others. It will debut on iTunes and Hulu shortly thereafter.
More information on BLOOD EQUITY at: www.walking-shadows.com/bloodequity
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Short Trailer (00:20): www.vimeo.com/7259853
Theatrical Trailer (02:30): www.vimeo.com/7130092
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
Blood Equity - HBO
Producers Roman Phifer and Rico McClinton discuss the dangers of NFL injuries and why they support the movement to extended health care benefits to all NFL Players, current and retired.
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Blood Equity - HBO
Producers Roman Phifer and Rico McClinton discuss the dangers of NFL injuries and why they support the movement to extended health care benefits to all NFL Players, current and retired.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Night of the Living Dead (1968 original, smaller file size)
Free Classic Horror Film for you from Walking Shadows - just in time for Halloween. The original film in the much sequel-ed series is a must see! The radiation from a fallen satellite might have caused the recently deceased to rise from the grave and seek the living to use as food. The survivors barricade themselves inside a rural house in an attempt to survive the night from the hordes of relentless, blood thirsty zombies. Who will survive, if any?
Monday, October 26, 2009
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
The radiation from a fallen satellite might have caused the recently deceased to rise from the grave and seek the living to use as food. The survivors barricade themselves inside a rural house in an attempt to survive the night from the hordes of relentless, blood thirsty zombies. Who will survive, if any?
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
The radiation from a fallen satellite might have caused the recently deceased to rise from the grave and seek the living to use as food. The survivors barricade themselves inside a rural house in an attempt to survive the night from the hordes of relentless, blood thirsty zombies. Who will survive, if any?
Blood Equity (20 second trailer)
The Dark Side of Americas Biggest Blood Sport. Roman Phifer three time Super Bowl Champion and Assistant Coach for the Denver Broncos and his business partners Rico McClinton and Joe Ruggiero produced this hard hitting film that focuses on the issues facing former NFL Players following their retirement, including their ironic struggle against the NFL Player's Union and the Owners they made rich. The film features intense, passionate interviews with such notables as Mike Ditka (Player Super Bowl V, VI; Coach Super Bowl XX), Harry Carson (Super Bowl XXI), Willie Wood (Super Bowl XXIV), Cyril Smith, Donnie Green, Tony Dorsett (Super Bowl XXXVII), Darryl Johnston (Super Bowl XXX) who share heartfelt and personal testimonies of living their dreams as NFL players as well as the dark side of that life and some of the unforeseen nightmares. On DVD 12/01/09. Pre-Order on Amazon, Facebook, or Netflix today. Worldwide Distribution by Walking Shadows. www.walking-shadows.com
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Burning Man - The Burning Sensation (theatrical trailer)
"Burning Man - The Burning Sensation" will scorch your senses as it takes you into the heart of the Burning Man experience.
Burning Man - The Burning Sensation (theatrical trailer)
"Burning Man - The Burning Sensation" will scorch your senses as it takes you into the heart of the Burning Man experience.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Blood Equity (theatrical trailer)
The Dark Side of Americas Biggest Blood Sport.
Roman Phifer three time Super Bowl Champion and Assistant Coach for the Denver Broncos and his business partners Rico McClinton and Joe Ruggiero produced this hard hitting film that focuses on the issues facing former NFL Players following their retirement, including their ironic struggle against the NFL Player's Union and the Owners they made rich.
The film features interviews with many guys who were once the face of the league, Hall of Famers and some lesser known players, who share heartfelt and personal testimonies of living their dreams as NFL players as well as the dark side of that life and some of the unforeseen nightmares.
The film features Intense, passionate interviews with such notables as Mike Ditka (Player Super Bowl V, VI; Coach Super Bowl XX), Harry Carson (Super Bowl XXI), Willie Wood (Super Bowl XXIV), Cyril Smith, Donnie Green, Tony Dorsett (Super Bowl XXXVII), Darryl "Moose" Johnston (Super Bowl XXX), give the inside story on what its like to live after the NFL.
On DVD 12/01/09. Worldwide Distribution by Walking Shadows. www.walking-shadows.com
Monday, October 19, 2009
Milarepa (theatrical trailer)
Nine hundred years after his death, the visionary, wizard, saint and poet Milarepa remains Tibets greatest mystic. Yet his youthful rage and black magic brought death and destruction upon his own family. This is his story a tale of revenge, demons, murder, and redemption. Milarepa depicts the humble beginnings of the man who was to become Tibets greatest saint. A true story based on centuries-old oral traditions, a youthful Milarepa is propelled into a world of sorrow and betrayal after his fathers sudden death. Destitute and hopeless, he sets out to learn black magic and exact revenge on his enemies, encountering magicians, demons, an enigmatic teacher and unexpected mystical powers along the way. But it is in confrontation with the consequences of his anger that he learns the most. Milarepa was filmed on location in the spectacular Spiti Valley on the Tibet-India border and produced with a crew of 50 Buddhist monks from Pema Ewam Chogar Gyurme Ling Monastery. The story offers a provocative parallel to the cycle of violence and retribution consuming todays world.
Blood Equity (theatrical trailer)
The Dark Side of Americas Biggest Blood Sport.
Roman Phifer three time Super Bowl Champion and Assistant Coach for the Denver Broncos and his business partners Rico McClinton and Joe Ruggiero produced this hard hitting film that focuses on the issues facing former NFL Players following their retirement, including their ironic struggle against the NFL Player's Union and the Owners they made rich.
The film features interviews with many guys who were once the face of the league, Hall of Famers and some lesser known players, who share heartfelt and personal testimonies of living their dreams as NFL players as well as the dark side of that life and some of the unforeseen nightmares.
The film features Intense, passionate interviews with such notables as Mike Ditka (Player Super Bowl V, VI; Coach Super Bowl XX), Harry Carson (Super Bowl XXI), Willie Wood (Super Bowl XXIV), Cyril Smith, Donnie Green, Tony Dorsett (Super Bowl XXXVII), Darryl "Moose" Johnston (Super Bowl XXX), give the inside story on what its like to live after the NFL.
Worldwide Distribution by Walking Shadows. www.walking-shadows.com
Burning Man - The Burning Sensation (theatrical trailer)
"Burning Man - The Burning Sensation" will scorch your senses as it takes you into the heart of the Burning Man experience.
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