This document discusses several topics in a scattered manner. It begins by mentioning a heart-warming story about helpful white people and the difficulties in making a film about the Haitian revolution without white heroes. It then lists Will Smith movies and the romantic partners in each, noting he does not kiss white women on screen. It raises questions about what is appropriate subject matter for humor. The document repeatedly states "there is good news" but does not specify what the good news is.
This document discusses issues of representation and whitewashing in Hollywood films. It provides examples of non-white characters from books and stories being portrayed by white actors in films and describes characters of color often being limited to stereotypical roles. The document also questions the tendency for foreign or non-American characters, especially Arabs and Muslims, to be disproportionately cast as villains in major films.
Lonely Road is a proposed social realist, crime film inspired by movies like American Gangster and Get Rich or Die Tryin. The film has a £60 million budget and tells the story of Gemal, played by Bow Wow, and his uncle played by Denzel Washington. Ridley Scott is proposed to direct. The target audience is males of all ages, particularly teenagers, with the goal of a November 2013 release date.
The document discusses the film The Killer Inside Me, which depicts graphic domestic violence. While some critics called the film gratuitously violent and misogynistic, the author argues that it shows violence realistically rather than glorifying it like some other films. The film portrays the damage caused by domestic abuse, rather than making it look trivial or sexy. The author believes it is more misogynistic to depict prostitution or abuse with happy endings. Overall, the film addresses an important issue and should not be criticized for its subject matter when other films depict violence more lightly.
This document discusses various social impacts of videogames including violence, gender roles, addiction, and changes over time. It addresses early violent games from the 1970s, the controversy around Death Race, and the evolution of female protagonists from sexualized to strong characters. Examples are given of both positive social impacts like connecting families and negative impacts like potential for addiction or mimicking games in real violence.
Here's a press release for our dark comedy short film Winner Takes All. Our press strategy includes highlighting star Alec Mapa ("Ugly Betty", "Desperate Housewives") and bringing up the social issue of the "looks" hierarchy of gay Los Angeles. So far, our strategy has helped build our audience and we've gotten into four film festivals, including an Academy-qualifying festival for short films (The Atlanta Film Festival).
This film pitch proposes a zombie horror movie called "Bitten" about two teenage friends, Rick and Walter, who encounter a zombie virus outbreak after Walter is bitten by an infected homeless man. The film is being made by three young filmmakers and is funded by the British film institution to support new creative projects. It aims to appeal to both male and female viewers ages 12 to 25 by representing different ethnicities and including typical teenage interests. Key locations include an abandoned underpass and a walkway by a canal. Main characters are Rick, the hesitant hero, and his adventurous friend Walter who is bitten. The filmmakers believe it offers a unique take on the zombie genre through its mysterious quality and broad target audience
This document discusses several topics in a scattered manner. It begins by mentioning a heart-warming story about helpful white people and the difficulties in making a film about the Haitian revolution without white heroes. It then lists Will Smith movies and the romantic partners in each, noting he does not kiss white women on screen. It raises questions about what is appropriate subject matter for humor. The document repeatedly states "there is good news" but does not specify what the good news is.
This document discusses issues of representation and whitewashing in Hollywood films. It provides examples of non-white characters from books and stories being portrayed by white actors in films and describes characters of color often being limited to stereotypical roles. The document also questions the tendency for foreign or non-American characters, especially Arabs and Muslims, to be disproportionately cast as villains in major films.
Lonely Road is a proposed social realist, crime film inspired by movies like American Gangster and Get Rich or Die Tryin. The film has a £60 million budget and tells the story of Gemal, played by Bow Wow, and his uncle played by Denzel Washington. Ridley Scott is proposed to direct. The target audience is males of all ages, particularly teenagers, with the goal of a November 2013 release date.
The document discusses the film The Killer Inside Me, which depicts graphic domestic violence. While some critics called the film gratuitously violent and misogynistic, the author argues that it shows violence realistically rather than glorifying it like some other films. The film portrays the damage caused by domestic abuse, rather than making it look trivial or sexy. The author believes it is more misogynistic to depict prostitution or abuse with happy endings. Overall, the film addresses an important issue and should not be criticized for its subject matter when other films depict violence more lightly.
This document discusses various social impacts of videogames including violence, gender roles, addiction, and changes over time. It addresses early violent games from the 1970s, the controversy around Death Race, and the evolution of female protagonists from sexualized to strong characters. Examples are given of both positive social impacts like connecting families and negative impacts like potential for addiction or mimicking games in real violence.
Here's a press release for our dark comedy short film Winner Takes All. Our press strategy includes highlighting star Alec Mapa ("Ugly Betty", "Desperate Housewives") and bringing up the social issue of the "looks" hierarchy of gay Los Angeles. So far, our strategy has helped build our audience and we've gotten into four film festivals, including an Academy-qualifying festival for short films (The Atlanta Film Festival).
This film pitch proposes a zombie horror movie called "Bitten" about two teenage friends, Rick and Walter, who encounter a zombie virus outbreak after Walter is bitten by an infected homeless man. The film is being made by three young filmmakers and is funded by the British film institution to support new creative projects. It aims to appeal to both male and female viewers ages 12 to 25 by representing different ethnicities and including typical teenage interests. Key locations include an abandoned underpass and a walkway by a canal. Main characters are Rick, the hesitant hero, and his adventurous friend Walter who is bitten. The filmmakers believe it offers a unique take on the zombie genre through its mysterious quality and broad target audience
The document is a collection of photographs from behind the scenes of famous films showing interactions between directors and actors. It includes photos of Marilyn Monroe, Cary Grant, Robert Mitchum, Ronald Reagan, John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Marlon Brando, Charlton Heston, William Wyler, Howard Hawks, Rita Hayworth, Orson Welles, Marilyn Monroe, Buster Keaton, Brad Pitt, Kenneth Branagh, Indiana Jones, Vincent Price, Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, Alfred Hitchcock, James Stewart, Jerry Lewis, Cary Grant, Randolph Scott, Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The photos
The document is a collection of photographs from behind the scenes of famous films showing interactions between directors and actors. Some of the photographs featured include Marilyn Monroe on set, John Wayne working under the direction of John Ford, Alfred Hitchcock and Jimmy Stewart discussing a scene, and Orson Welles and Rita Hayworth relaxing between takes. The photographs provide a glimpse into the filmmaking process and casual interactions between Hollywood icons off camera.
The British Board of Film Censors is responsible for assigning age ratings to films shown in UK cinemas and on home media. Films are rated to help audiences choose age-appropriate content and to protect children from potentially harmful material. Ratings include Universal, PG, 12A, 12, 15 and 18, with 18 being the most restrictive due to graphic violence, strong language and explicit sexual content.
Crime and gangster films depict the sinister actions of criminals who operate outside the law, often focusing on bank robbers, gangsters, and ruthless hoodlums. These films are usually set in large cities and portray the secret criminal world through elements like nightclubs, fast cars, and gangland jargon. Crime stories in this genre often highlight the lives of criminals or their victims and the rise and fall of criminal figures in conflict with law enforcement.
The document provides details about the 2008 film The Dark Knight, directed by Christopher Nolan. It summarizes the plotline, which centers around Batman confronting the villain the Joker in Gotham City. Key details include the lead actors Christian Bale as Batman and the late Heath Ledger's outstanding performance as the Joker. The document also quotes some of the Joker's memorable lines from the film and praises Nolan's dark, complex direction of the thriller.
Whether you're a fan of science fiction or secret intelligence, car chases or rooftop combat, Neo or Indiana, super pigs or 007, there's an action movie for every kind of adrenaline seeker on Netflix. The streaming service has classics as well as fresh installments — plus a smattering of original projects all their own. With so much streaming, it can be an overwhelming task to choose an adventure.
The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is a non-governmental organization founded in 1912 by the film industry to be responsible for the national classification and censorship of films in the United Kingdom. It was established by the film industry to self-regulate censorship rather than have government censorship. Its legal basis comes from the 1909 Cinematograph Act which required cinema licenses but courts later ruled licensing criteria did not need to be restricted to health and safety issues alone.
This film is a British crime thriller set in London with a budget of $1,000,000. It tells the story of a young woman seeking revenge after her sister is attacked by a gang. Though it gained some popularity on streaming services, the film ultimately lost $772,717 after earning only $227,283 at the box office.
Vin Diesel is known for his roles in action films like The Fast and the Furious franchise where he plays Dominic Toretto. Fast & Furious 6 continues the story, where Dominic and his crew are offered a deal to help a government agent take down a skilled criminal organization in exchange for having their records cleared. The film features several car chases and fights as Dominic's crew works with the agent to stop the dangerous mercenaries.
Ria (Jess Impiazzi) is a young woman who finds herself reliving the same day over and over. Each day Ria wakes up to her normal routine but finds a different person playing her husband ‘Jack’ by her side. Why? Because Ria is actually the star of her own reality show A DAY WITH RIA’. Each husband is a contestant, there to show the world what they are made of. Ria re-lives her perfect 1950’s housewife day over and over again, until one day her routine becomes tiresome and Ria holds the current Jack (Charlie Clapham) to ransom. This Jack also happens to be the Vice President (Dean Cain) of the USA’s son. These dramatic turns of events mean the public discover the true massive conspiracy behind Ria, her husband(s) and one man’s (luke Goss) secret vendetta against the Vice President.
The document profiles several famous actors including Will Smith, John Cusack, Robert Downey Jr., Steve Carell, Al Pacino, Chris Rock, Bruce Willis, Clint Eastwood, Jonah Hill, and Heath Ledger. It provides brief biographical details and highlights of their careers, noting some of their most prominent roles and accomplishments in film.
The document summarizes research conducted on the gangster genre in order to create an authentic gangster film. Key aspects researched include gangster conventions, common symbols and themes, and the history of gangster films. Through this research, the essential components of a good mob film were identified. Common themes included rivalry, morality, betrayal, ambition and materialism. Symbols such as money, guns, women and police were also discussed. An overview of important gangster films from the 1930s to 1990s was provided.
Quentin Tarantino is an American film director known for his nonlinear storytelling and graphic violence. Some of his most popular films are Pulp Fiction, about the interconnected lives of criminals in Los Angeles, Django Unchained, about a slave seeking to rescue his wife in the antebellum South, and Kill Bill, about a bride seeking revenge on those who tried to kill her and her unborn child. Tarantino's films often include eclectic soundtracks and references to other films, and have won widespread critical acclaim, though some criticize his use of graphic violence.
This document contains contact and background information for Christopher C. Cheng, including his address, phone number, email, website link, physical description, and film, theater, television, and web credits. It also lists his education at George Mason University, where he studied English, film and video, and theater, and acting and film instructors. Special skills listed include martial arts, film production roles, writing, basic Mandarin, and voice over accents.
This document discusses the representation of various groups in Hollywood films, focusing specifically on the politics of sexual preference. It outlines common stereotypes and themes in films depicting gay men and lesbians, lists notable films in each category, and names famous LGBT actors and openly LGBT directors. It also identifies issues around the misrepresentation, underrepresentation, and reliance on cliches when depicting these groups in films.
The document provides details about the main characters, plot, and themes of the film The Dark Knight. It describes the main characters including Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Michael Caine as Alfred, Heath Ledger as the Joker, Gary Oldman as James Gordon, and Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent/Two-Face. It summarizes the plot as Batman, Gordon, and Dent working to dismantle the criminal organizations in Gotham City but facing a new threat in the Joker. It also analyzes elements of mise-en-scene, iconography, ideology, and genre in the film.
This document contains questions for a "Couch Potato Quiz" trivia game. It includes 20 multiple choice questions about television shows, characters, actors, and plots. Some questions provide context clues and ask to identify shows, characters, or connect certain elements from the same show. The questions cover a range of popular television genres like crime dramas, sitcoms, and award-winning comedy series.
A determined, self-made woman hires a down and out ex-cop to help her retrieve the money her unfaithful husband has disappeared with, but soon finds she is not the only one he has deceived.
Brad Pitt was born in Oklahoma and grew up in Missouri, where he was involved in various school activities and sports teams. He studied journalism in college but left before graduating to pursue an acting career in Los Angeles. After some early struggles, he landed his first acting jobs. Pitt went on to have a successful Hollywood career starring in many popular films, for which he has received several Oscar nominations and awards. He has been married twice, first to Jennifer Aniston and later to Angelina Jolie, with whom he had both biological and adopted children. Pitt continues to act while also taking on other roles like producer and philanthropist.
This document provides information to help pitch a horror film project to investors, including:
- Locations for the film, including a house the family moves to, where the young girl runs to, where she tries to commit suicide, their old house, and where she has flashbacks while swinging.
- Props needed for the film.
- Main actors needed, including profiles for the young girl, her mom, her dad, her nan, and her grandad.
- Friends and enemies characters.
- Potential child actors, including background on one actor.
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The document is a collection of photographs from behind the scenes of famous films showing interactions between directors and actors. It includes photos of Marilyn Monroe, Cary Grant, Robert Mitchum, Ronald Reagan, John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Marlon Brando, Charlton Heston, William Wyler, Howard Hawks, Rita Hayworth, Orson Welles, Marilyn Monroe, Buster Keaton, Brad Pitt, Kenneth Branagh, Indiana Jones, Vincent Price, Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, Alfred Hitchcock, James Stewart, Jerry Lewis, Cary Grant, Randolph Scott, Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The photos
The document is a collection of photographs from behind the scenes of famous films showing interactions between directors and actors. Some of the photographs featured include Marilyn Monroe on set, John Wayne working under the direction of John Ford, Alfred Hitchcock and Jimmy Stewart discussing a scene, and Orson Welles and Rita Hayworth relaxing between takes. The photographs provide a glimpse into the filmmaking process and casual interactions between Hollywood icons off camera.
The British Board of Film Censors is responsible for assigning age ratings to films shown in UK cinemas and on home media. Films are rated to help audiences choose age-appropriate content and to protect children from potentially harmful material. Ratings include Universal, PG, 12A, 12, 15 and 18, with 18 being the most restrictive due to graphic violence, strong language and explicit sexual content.
Crime and gangster films depict the sinister actions of criminals who operate outside the law, often focusing on bank robbers, gangsters, and ruthless hoodlums. These films are usually set in large cities and portray the secret criminal world through elements like nightclubs, fast cars, and gangland jargon. Crime stories in this genre often highlight the lives of criminals or their victims and the rise and fall of criminal figures in conflict with law enforcement.
The document provides details about the 2008 film The Dark Knight, directed by Christopher Nolan. It summarizes the plotline, which centers around Batman confronting the villain the Joker in Gotham City. Key details include the lead actors Christian Bale as Batman and the late Heath Ledger's outstanding performance as the Joker. The document also quotes some of the Joker's memorable lines from the film and praises Nolan's dark, complex direction of the thriller.
Whether you're a fan of science fiction or secret intelligence, car chases or rooftop combat, Neo or Indiana, super pigs or 007, there's an action movie for every kind of adrenaline seeker on Netflix. The streaming service has classics as well as fresh installments — plus a smattering of original projects all their own. With so much streaming, it can be an overwhelming task to choose an adventure.
The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is a non-governmental organization founded in 1912 by the film industry to be responsible for the national classification and censorship of films in the United Kingdom. It was established by the film industry to self-regulate censorship rather than have government censorship. Its legal basis comes from the 1909 Cinematograph Act which required cinema licenses but courts later ruled licensing criteria did not need to be restricted to health and safety issues alone.
This film is a British crime thriller set in London with a budget of $1,000,000. It tells the story of a young woman seeking revenge after her sister is attacked by a gang. Though it gained some popularity on streaming services, the film ultimately lost $772,717 after earning only $227,283 at the box office.
Vin Diesel is known for his roles in action films like The Fast and the Furious franchise where he plays Dominic Toretto. Fast & Furious 6 continues the story, where Dominic and his crew are offered a deal to help a government agent take down a skilled criminal organization in exchange for having their records cleared. The film features several car chases and fights as Dominic's crew works with the agent to stop the dangerous mercenaries.
Ria (Jess Impiazzi) is a young woman who finds herself reliving the same day over and over. Each day Ria wakes up to her normal routine but finds a different person playing her husband ‘Jack’ by her side. Why? Because Ria is actually the star of her own reality show A DAY WITH RIA’. Each husband is a contestant, there to show the world what they are made of. Ria re-lives her perfect 1950’s housewife day over and over again, until one day her routine becomes tiresome and Ria holds the current Jack (Charlie Clapham) to ransom. This Jack also happens to be the Vice President (Dean Cain) of the USA’s son. These dramatic turns of events mean the public discover the true massive conspiracy behind Ria, her husband(s) and one man’s (luke Goss) secret vendetta against the Vice President.
The document profiles several famous actors including Will Smith, John Cusack, Robert Downey Jr., Steve Carell, Al Pacino, Chris Rock, Bruce Willis, Clint Eastwood, Jonah Hill, and Heath Ledger. It provides brief biographical details and highlights of their careers, noting some of their most prominent roles and accomplishments in film.
The document summarizes research conducted on the gangster genre in order to create an authentic gangster film. Key aspects researched include gangster conventions, common symbols and themes, and the history of gangster films. Through this research, the essential components of a good mob film were identified. Common themes included rivalry, morality, betrayal, ambition and materialism. Symbols such as money, guns, women and police were also discussed. An overview of important gangster films from the 1930s to 1990s was provided.
Quentin Tarantino is an American film director known for his nonlinear storytelling and graphic violence. Some of his most popular films are Pulp Fiction, about the interconnected lives of criminals in Los Angeles, Django Unchained, about a slave seeking to rescue his wife in the antebellum South, and Kill Bill, about a bride seeking revenge on those who tried to kill her and her unborn child. Tarantino's films often include eclectic soundtracks and references to other films, and have won widespread critical acclaim, though some criticize his use of graphic violence.
This document contains contact and background information for Christopher C. Cheng, including his address, phone number, email, website link, physical description, and film, theater, television, and web credits. It also lists his education at George Mason University, where he studied English, film and video, and theater, and acting and film instructors. Special skills listed include martial arts, film production roles, writing, basic Mandarin, and voice over accents.
This document discusses the representation of various groups in Hollywood films, focusing specifically on the politics of sexual preference. It outlines common stereotypes and themes in films depicting gay men and lesbians, lists notable films in each category, and names famous LGBT actors and openly LGBT directors. It also identifies issues around the misrepresentation, underrepresentation, and reliance on cliches when depicting these groups in films.
The document provides details about the main characters, plot, and themes of the film The Dark Knight. It describes the main characters including Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Michael Caine as Alfred, Heath Ledger as the Joker, Gary Oldman as James Gordon, and Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent/Two-Face. It summarizes the plot as Batman, Gordon, and Dent working to dismantle the criminal organizations in Gotham City but facing a new threat in the Joker. It also analyzes elements of mise-en-scene, iconography, ideology, and genre in the film.
This document contains questions for a "Couch Potato Quiz" trivia game. It includes 20 multiple choice questions about television shows, characters, actors, and plots. Some questions provide context clues and ask to identify shows, characters, or connect certain elements from the same show. The questions cover a range of popular television genres like crime dramas, sitcoms, and award-winning comedy series.
A determined, self-made woman hires a down and out ex-cop to help her retrieve the money her unfaithful husband has disappeared with, but soon finds she is not the only one he has deceived.
Brad Pitt was born in Oklahoma and grew up in Missouri, where he was involved in various school activities and sports teams. He studied journalism in college but left before graduating to pursue an acting career in Los Angeles. After some early struggles, he landed his first acting jobs. Pitt went on to have a successful Hollywood career starring in many popular films, for which he has received several Oscar nominations and awards. He has been married twice, first to Jennifer Aniston and later to Angelina Jolie, with whom he had both biological and adopted children. Pitt continues to act while also taking on other roles like producer and philanthropist.
This document provides information to help pitch a horror film project to investors, including:
- Locations for the film, including a house the family moves to, where the young girl runs to, where she tries to commit suicide, their old house, and where she has flashbacks while swinging.
- Props needed for the film.
- Main actors needed, including profiles for the young girl, her mom, her dad, her nan, and her grandad.
- Friends and enemies characters.
- Potential child actors, including background on one actor.
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An astonishing, first-of-its-kind, report by the NYT assessing damage in Ukraine. Even if the war ends tomorrow, in many places there will be nothing to go back to.
Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
You have to read it to believe it, but after you read it, you won't believe it. And I included eight examples of defamatory statements/
Acolyte Episodes review (TV series) The Acolyte. Learn about the influence of the program on the Star Wars world, as well as new characters and story twists.
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
12. Not coming soon: Toussaint Action-epic based on the Haitian revolution Successful overthrow of slave system Directorial debut of Danny Glover Cost of $30 million Cast includes Wesley Snipes, Don Cheadle, Angela Bassett, Mos Def, Wyclef Jean
13. “Producers said ‘It's a nice project, a great project... where are the white heroes?’”-DANNY GLOVER
14. Maybe it’s because we have to be able to identify with the characters and the issues that they face in their lives?
19. Will Smith movies Seven Pounds Hancock I Am Legend The Pursuit of Happyness Hitch I, Robot Bad Boys II Men in Black II Ali Enemy of the State Men in Black Independence Day Bad Boys
20. Will Smith movies Seven Pounds Rosario Dawson Hancock CharlizeTheron I Am Legend Alice Braga The Pursuit of HappynessThandie Newton Hitch Eva Mendez I, Robot Bridget Moynihan Bad Boys II Gabrielle Union Men in Black II Lara Flynn Boyle Ali none Enemy of the State Regina King Men in Black Linda Fiorentino Independence Day Vivica Fox Bad Boys Gabrielle Union
21. Will Smith movies Seven Pounds Rosario Dawson Hancock CharlizeTheron I Am Legend Alice Braga The Pursuit of HappynessThandie Newton Hitch Eva Mendez I, Robot Bridget Moynihan Bad Boys IIGabrielle Union Men in Black II Lara Flynn Boyle Ali none Enemy of the StateRegina King Men in Black Linda Fiorentino Independence DayVivica Fox Bad BoysGabrielle Union