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SXSW Honors Writer David Carr with an Essay Contest
SXSW 2017 will once again be hosting an essay style contest for the David Carr Prize. Deadline to enter the second annual David Carr Prize is Friday, December 16, 2016 at 11:59pm CT. For those unfamiliar with David Carr, he was a brilliant journalist that wrote for the New York Times, and a professor at Boston University. “THE ABILITY TO DO JOURNALISM, TO REACH AUDIENCES, HAS NEVER BEEN BETTER. I LIKE YOUR ODDS. I DO,” - DAVID CARR During his career he focused on a wide range of topics that showcased his depth in writing. His work with civil
Sundance Film Festival Announces Premieres, Documentary Premieres, Midnight & More
Sundance Film Festival recently released their film lineups for several different categories. Film lineups include: Premieres, Documentary Premieres, Midnight, Spotlight, Kids and Special Events. One of the films that excites me the most is Give Me Future: Major Lazer in Cuba by Austin Peters. This documentary is an official selection of the Documentary Premieres program set to screen at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. Robert Redford, founder of the Sundance Institute and actor, will be performing in a film titled The Discovery by Charlie McDowell. Jack Black, Jenny Slate, Jason Schwartzman and JB Smoove team up in the film The Polka King. Based on the remarkable true story of the
20 Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Experiences at the Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Institute and Film Festival announced the New Frontier programming lineup. Virtual reality and augmented reality projects are set to be in high demand for 2017. The film ASTEROIDS! by Eric Darnell should capture the hearts and minds of guests wanting to test out the latest in augmented reality entertainment. A still from Chasing Coral: The VR Experience by Jeff Orlowski, an official selection of the New Frontier VR Experiences program at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. © 2016 Sundance Institute. Three augmented reality and virtual reality projects will debut in The New Climate category including: Chasing Coral: The
Bedstock 2016 Raises Funds for the Serious Ill with Music and Literature
Bedstock is a remarkable online event that takes people that are unable to easily get out of bed to experience a live concert, and puts them front row with top tier international musicians. Musical acts this year include: Norah Jones, Jack Johnson, Moby, Panic! at the Disco, Alessia Cara, Jenny Lewis, War Paint, Tegan and Sara, the Punch Brothers, and many more. In addition, Bedstock also provides story time with professional authors. Browse over this collection of videos to experience well known authors reading their favorite children books. Below is a clip of Jack Johnson performing 'Upside Down' for Bedstock
Stream the Viral Climate Change Film ‘Before the Flood’ by Leonardo DiCaprio
Leonardo DiCaprio, actor and environmentalist, has just pulled off one of the most dynamic moves in contemporary filmmaking by releasing his latest documentary Before the Flood on YouTube. During his time working on The Revenant with Alejandro G. Iñárritu, DiCaprio found downtime to start production on his own film covering the controversial topic of climate change. Denmark currently operates on 100% renewable energy. Germany currently is being ran on 30% renewable energy. The United States currently has 13% of energy being produced by wind, solar and other forms of clean energy. Our country is clearly falling behind, and that is due to
Bob Dylan Awarded with Noble Prize in Literature
Bob Dylan, multiple GRAMMY award-winning musician, has been awarded the Noble Prize for literature. His 54 years in music has left a deep impact on the world. Dylan continues to perform live at 75 years old. The Academy noted: 'The Nobel Prize in Literature 2016 was awarded to Bob Dylan "for having created new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition".' Experience the depth in songwriting with Dylan's music. His ability to write and connect with audiences is iconic. Watch over YouTube clips featuring Bob Dylan and his recent Noble Prize win. Listen in to
FilmStruck Streaming Media Service Set to Launch October 19
Turner, international media company, recently announced a new subscription video-on-demand service set to launch with films by Turner Classic Movies & the Criterion Collection. FilmStruck and Turner have noted the pricing for the service: FilmStruck Subscription - $6.99/month - offering hundreds of constantly refreshed, hard-to-find and critically acclaimed films, plus exclusive bonus content including hosted introductions, originally produced pieces, interviews and rare footage FilmStruck + The Criterion Channel Subscription - $10.99/month - offering everything in the FilmStruck subscription plus unlimited access to Criterion's entire streaming library of films and special features, along with channel-exclusive original programming such as filmmaker profiles, master
Emmy Awards 2016 Preview Guide with Google Trends
The Emmy Awards 2016 are being held this evening from Los Angeles, California at the Microsoft Theater. Watch the behind the scenes action on YouTube with the live stream starting at 8 EST / 7 p.m. CST. The preview coverage is stacked with predictions on the hottest television shows streaming and broadcasting into homes around the globe. The Emmy Awards have noted: Backstage LIVE! viewers will enjoy unprecedented access to multiple camera angles including: Chase Sapphire Reserve Blue Room: Access to TV's biggest stars as they mix and mingle before taking to the Emmy stage. Thank You Cam: A first
Tribeca Studios & DICK’s Sporting Goods Combine Cinematic Storytelling with Athletics
Tribeca Studios and DICK's Sporting Goods Films have teamed up to collaborate on a documentary series featuring inspirational athletes. The series of short films explore the drive and training that goes into athletic competition on a small and large scale. They cover Olympic competitors in their most intense training, showcase the story of Eric Gelber from New York, as well as many more fascinating stories. Watch and dive deeper into the hearts and minds of those that dare to challenge themselves physically, as well as emotionally and psychologically. Bring out the best within yourself in these short films. Take
Sundance Institute Announces Film and Music Lineup for Sundance NEXT FEST 2016
August 12-14 at The Theatre at Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles The Sundance Institute has just released the 2016 music, comedy and film lineup for NEXT FEST. Several of the film such as, Morris from America, White Girl and Goat; all made their world debuts at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. They each won big with worldwide audiences. They will be making their Los Angeles Premiere at NEXT FEST. Royal by Flying Lotus will be making its World Premiere at the festival taking place August 12-14. Take a look through the film guide setup by the Sundance Institute for the NEXT
SXSW 2017 will once again be hosting an essay style contest
Sundance Film Festival recently released their film lineups for several different categories.
The Sundance Institute and Film Festival announced the New Frontier programming
Bedstock is a remarkable online event that takes people that are
Leonardo DiCaprio, actor and environmentalist, has just pulled off one of
Bob Dylan, multiple GRAMMY award-winning musician, has been awarded the Noble
Turner, international media company, recently announced a new subscription video-on-demand service
The Emmy Awards 2016 are being held this evening from Los Angeles, California
Tribeca Studios and DICK's Sporting Goods Films have teamed up to
August 12-14 at The Theatre at Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles The