Production Algebra: Volume II (A Handbook for Production Assistants) by Mark Adler now available as an ebook

July 13, 2018

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a production assistant (PA) on a set?  Whether on a corporate, commercial or film set, these can be daunting places even for the most seasoned professional. Now in the second volume of two on the subject written by award-winning media production expert and founder and … More Production Algebra: Volume II (A Handbook for Production Assistants) by Mark Adler now available as an ebook

Jon Tomus Talent, LLC signs Hollywood legend John Savage

July 13, 2018

John Savage is an accomplished actor.  With decades of experience on the big screen, he has appeared along side such other actors as Billy Bob Thornton, Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken,   Nastassja Kinski, Robert Mitchum, James Woods, Rachel Ward, Armanda Plummer, Burt Lancaster, Ted Danson and a host of other named talent since he … More Jon Tomus Talent, LLC signs Hollywood legend John Savage

#MICHIGANCONNECTION: Francis Ford Coppola to host screening of movie thought to be his worst

July 12, 2018

Francis Ford Coppola will host a screening of a movie thought to be his worst this October in Los Angeles at the Theatre at Ace Hotel. “Jack“–a dramedy starring Robin Williams–the story of a 10-year-old boy who ages at 4 times the normal rate was largely panned by critics upon its release in 1996. After … More #MICHIGANCONNECTION: Francis Ford Coppola to host screening of movie thought to be his worst

#MICHIGANCONNECTION: Keegan-Michael Key and Eddie Murphy join forces to bring ‘Dolemite Is My Name!’ to Netflix

July 12, 2018

Keegan-Michael Key, one half of Comedy Central’s sketch show Key and Peele, has joined forces with Eddie Murphy in the cast of Netflix’s blaxploitation biopic “Dolemite Is My Name!” Based on a true story,  the movie stars Murphy as Rudy Ray Moore, the comedian and musician who adopted the garish persona Dolemite, and appeared as … More #MICHIGANCONNECTION: Keegan-Michael Key and Eddie Murphy join forces to bring ‘Dolemite Is My Name!’ to Netflix

SeekaTV renews sci-fi series Northbound season 3– seasons 1 & 2 out now

July 12, 2018

Minneapolis-based streamer SeekaTV has renewed dystopian sci-fi series Northbound Season 3 to premiere spring 2019. The series is filmed entirely in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and stars local actor Nate Alwine (pictured above) as Alex, a father who will give his all to protect his comatose daughter Crystal as they navigate a post-cataclysmic North America. The … More SeekaTV renews sci-fi series Northbound season 3– seasons 1 & 2 out now

Devil’s Night Gallery Film & Art Show opens for film submissions

July 6, 2018

  For the 3rd year in a row, the world’s only film festival inspired by Rod Serling’s “NIght Gallery” is accepting short film submissions.  Selected films screen before an audience and have an original work of art created based on the film revealed at the event by a “terrible Rod Serling impersonator. ” (I actually … More Devil’s Night Gallery Film & Art Show opens for film submissions

West Coast premiere of ‘Wild Faith’

July 6, 2018

Collective Development Inc. to premiere their 1800’s mid-western action/drama ‘Wild Faith’ at the Burbank International Film Festival. The Burbank International Film Festival is comprised of talented industry professionals and production executives who work within the studio system. The festival offers over 20 awards in a variety categories, with special award honoring social awareness and diversity … More West Coast premiere of ‘Wild Faith’

The theatrical trailer for ‘Rec Man’ is now online–“Recreation is not all fun and games!”

July 5, 2018

The theatrical trailer for “Rec Man”  is now online. Tokkyo Faison plays the part of James Braxton Jr.,  a recreation instructor at the Andrew Young Recreation Center. Known as “Rec Man” because of his proficiency at numerous recreation activities, including: martial arts, table tennis, gymnastics, basketball, baseball, various table games etc.,  he is outstanding at … More The theatrical trailer for ‘Rec Man’ is now online–“Recreation is not all fun and games!”

Behind the scenes with photographer Jim House

June 30, 2018

Jim House is an onset photographer.  If you follow director/producer Harley Wallen on Facebook,  or have seen our posts regarding Harley’s productions here, you have no doubt seen Jim’s work.  He has been present for Painted Creek Productions last five movies. Artistically documenting everything that happens on set,  he has taken us behind the scenes.  … More Behind the scenes with photographer Jim House

#MICHIGANCONNECTION: Keegan-Michael Key eschews the funny, gets dead serious in ‘The Predator’–watch the trailer

June 29, 2018

TV’s funny man, Key & Peele’s Keegan Michael Key is dispensing with the funny and gets serious as he co-stars in the upcoming ‘Predator’ film. Today, the official trailer of the “The Predator” movie was dropped featuring its ensemble cast in which Key becomes a member of a group of dead serious alien hunters. In … More #MICHIGANCONNECTION: Keegan-Michael Key eschews the funny, gets dead serious in ‘The Predator’–watch the trailer