DARING DOCCIES Documentary Film Festival – 29 JUL – 5 AUG

29 July to 5 August marks the inaugural dates of a new life-altering documentary film festival by Flamedrop Productions, hitting the screens at The Labia Theatre, Cape Town.

The various brave and determined filmmakers pull no punches as they tackle subjects that affect us all and the planet we share.

These highly acclaimed and award-winning movies include:

MUGABE AND THE WHITE AFRICAN (debut SA theatrical run)
[ Screened daily from 29 JULY - 5 AUGUST ]

Michael Campbell is one of the few hundred white farmers left in Zimbabwe since President Robert Mugabe began his violent ‘Land Reform’ program in 2000. Since then the country has descended into chaos. The filmmakers took their freedom and lives in their hands as they documented Campbell’s fight against the government.
(Lawyer Jeremy Gauntlett who assisting with the making of the movie will handle a Q&A at the opening screening on 29 July. If Ben Freeth, another main contributor to the making of the documentary can get here from Harare, he will also be present, otherwise phone interviews can be arranged).

VICKTORY TO THE UNDERDOG (SA Theatrical Premiere)
[ FRI 30 JUL 6:15pm / WED 4 AUG 8:30pm ]

Award-winning rebel tattoo artist Brandon Bond and his colleagues took it upon themselves to rescue & rehab some of the over 70 pit bulls used in the illegal dog fighting ring facilitated by convicted football star Michael Vick. Standing up for underdogs in all walks of life, this movie proves the classic cliché of not judging a book by its cover, be it human beings or dogs. Also features Danny Trejo, Michael Berryman, Pixie Acia and Donal Logue.

GAS HOLE (SA Theatrical Premiere)

[ SAT 31 JUL 6:15pm / TUES 3 AUG 6:15pm / THUR 5 AUG 8:30pm ]

A new documentary about the history of Oil prices and the future of alternative fuels. The film, narrated by Peter Gallagher, features interviews with a wide range of viewpoints from US Department of Energy Officials, Congressional leaders, Alternative Fuel Producers, Alternative Fuel Consumers (such as actor Joshua Jackson), Professors of Economics & Psychology and more…

Why are alternative fuels and more efficient engines not being implemented more widely, and who stands to gain…?

I.O.U.S.A. (SA Theatrical Premiere)

[ SAT 31 JUL 8:30pm / MON 2 AUG 6:15pm ]

What affects the US economy, affects the world. Throughout history, the American government has found it nearly impossible to spend only what has been raised through taxes. Wielding candid interviews with both average American taxpayers and government officials, Sundance veteran Patrick Creadon (Wordplay) helps demystify the nation’s financial practices and policies.

Be afraid…

ZEITGEIST – THE MOVIE [ SAT 31 JUL 4pm ]

and

ZEITGEIST – ADDENDUM [ SUN 1 AUG 4pm ]

‘Zeitgeist – The Movie’ and ‘Zeitgeist – Addendum’ were created to communicate highly important social understandings which most of the world’s population are generally not aware of.

The first film focuses on suppressed historical & modern information about currently dominant social institutions, while also exploring what could be in store for humanity if the power structures at large continue their patterns of self-interest, corruption, and consolidation.

The second film, Zeitgeist: Addendum, attempts to locate the root causes of this pervasive social corruption, while offering a solution. This solution is not based on politics, morality, laws, or any other “establishment” notions of human affairs, but rather on a modern, non-superstitious based understanding of what we are and how we align with nature, to which we are a part. The work advocates a new social system which is updated to present day knowledge, highly influenced by the life long work of Jacque Fresco and The Venus Project.

THE THREAT – La Minaccia (SA Theatrical Premiere)

[ SUN 1 AUG 6:15pm / MON 2 AUG 8:30pm / WED 4 AUG 6:15pm ]

“Hugo Chavez and the Bolivarian Revolution are the greatest threat since the time of the Soviet Union and communism” > Doctrine for Asymmetric War Against Venezuela, U.S. Army, 2006.

This is the starting point for a journey across the country, which gave rise to the “red wave” in Latin America. Does Venezuela represent the dream of a new socialist society or is it just another distortion of populism and dictatorship?

UNTIL THE LIGHT TAKES US

[ SUN 1 AUG 8:30pm / TUE
3 AUG 8:30pm / THUR 5 AUG 6:15pm ]

This doccie tells the story of the controversial Black Metal music genre which was born in Norway and expanding across Europe (and the globe) during the 1990s, as a fiercely anti-religious barrage with a sonic overload. With highly publicized media cases of murder, suicide and church burnings associated with many of the bands, this evolution of the Heavy Metal genre made society sit up and take note once again, but not necessarily for the right reasons.

All tickets: R30 each

Booking Tel: 021 424 5927

The Labia Theatre is a licensed venue and drinks from the bar can be taken into the cinemas

For more movie info, trailers and the full DARING DOCCIES screening time schedule, check out:

http://www.flamedrop.com/daringdoccies

AC/DC: Iron Man 2 Album on Monday April 19, 2010

Los Angeles, CA. January 28, 2010 – Through a unique collaboration between Marvel Studios and Columbia Records, AC/DC’s music will be featured in Marvel Studios’ “IRON MAN 2,” the sequel to the 2008 blockbuster film. In addition, Columbia Records will release the album AC/DC: Iron Man 2 on Monday, April 19, 2010. AC/DC: Iron Man 2, features 15 classic AC/DC songs selected from ten of the band’s studio albums, ranging from 1976 to 2008. The complete track listing can be found below.

The film opens internationally beginning on April 28, 2010 and in the U.S. the film is scheduled for release on May 7, 2010.

The debut video from AC/DC: Iron Man 2 is the AC/DC’s classic album cut “Shoot To Thrill,” which was filmed live last month in Buenos Aires during the band’s highly acclaimed Black Ice World Tour, the secondhighest grossing world tour of 2009 according to concert industry trade publication Pollstar. The video also incorporates exclusive footage from “IRON MAN 2” and debuts today worldwide. Check www.acdc.com and www.marvel.com for more information. “Shoot To Thrill” was originally recorded for the band’s 50-million selling album Back In Black, one of the best selling albums of all time.

“Jon Favreau’s vision and passion for AC/DC’s music blend seamlessly into this incredible film” said Steve Barnett, co-chairman of Columbia Records. “The music really underscores the high energy and excitement of the film.”

“Music is an integral part of the Tony Stark and Iron Man experience, and we are pleased that Columbia and AC/DC are taking part in the franchise’s phenomenon. Through this relationship, the band is delivering fans supercharged Iron Man branded music through all our combined consumer touch points, from the movie to retail outlets and even virally with the debut of the new video,” said Tim Connors, Chief Operating Officer, Marvel Studios.

Jon Favreau returns to direct “IRON MAN 2,” with Robert Downey Jr. reprising his starring role as the larger-than-life leading character, along with Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Scarlett Johansson, Sam Rockwell, Mickey Rourke and Samuel L. Jackson.

Based on Marvel’s iconic Super Hero, “IRON MAN 2” continues the story of 2008’s box office smash hit “IRON MAN,” which grossed nearly $600 million worldwide, and was the first feature film produced independently by Marvel Studios. “IRON MAN 2” is being produced by Marvel Studios’ President, Kevin Feige.

AC/DC: Iron Man 2 Track Listing:

1. Shoot to Thrill
2. Rock ‘N’ Roll Damnation
3. Guns for Hire
4. Cold Hearted Man
5. Back in Black
6. Thunderstruck
7. If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It)
8. Evil Walks
9. T.N.T.
10. Hell Ain’t a Bad Place to Be
11. Have a Drink on Me
12. The Razor’s Edge
13. Let There Be Rock
14. War Machine
15. Highway to Hell

About Marvel Entertainment
Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 5,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in licensing, entertainment (via Marvel Studios and Marvel Animation) and publishing (via Marvel Comics). Marvel’s strategy is to leverage its franchises in a growing array of opportunities around the world, including feature films, consumer products, toys, video games, animated television, direct-to-DVD and online. For more information visit www.marvel.com.

About Columbia Records

One of the most respected and successful record labels in the world, Columbia Records is home to established superstars and exciting new talent. Columbia Records is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment.

Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster of current artists that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars. The company boasts a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.

HURT LOCKER a must see movie

The movie has not landed yet in SA , but trust good old Amazon.com and you can order it on DVD . My copy arrived on Friday and all I can say this is a must see movie, a fantastic well directed movie about the scariest job in the world. I first heard about the movie when I worked for Sipho Mabuse on 46664 in New York last year July and could not find time to see it ,so when it was available on DVD in did not hesitate to purchase

The movie has just picked up some more awards and must stand a chance at the Oscars.

‘Hurt Locker’ tops Critics’ Choice Awards

Summit’s “The Hurt Locker,” the tale of a bomb disposal unit in Iraq, beat out a field of 10 nominees to win the best picture prize at the Broadcast Film Critics Assn.’s 15th annual Critics’ Choice Awards on Friday night. The award further contributes to the momentum of the film, which has been championed by critics’ groups around the country, as it heads into the Oscar battles.

Its director Kathryn Bigelow earned a standing ovation earlier in the evening when she was named best director — her ex-husband and fellow nominee James Cameron was among those on their feet applauding. “It’s a wonderful to have this honor,” Bigelow said, “but the recognition should also go to the men and women who are still in the field until this day

MORGAN FREEMAN TO HOST A CHARITY GOLF DAY IN CAPE TOWN

MORGAN FREEMAN TO HOST A CHARITY GOLF DAY IN CAPE TOWN

Academy Award® winner Morgan Freeman, along with his producing partner at Revelations Entertainment, Lori McCreary, will visit South Africa in early December to attend the local premiere events for the motion picture release “Invictus,” starring Freeman as Nelson Mandela and directed by Oscar® winner Clint Eastwood (“Million Dollar Baby,” “Unforgiven”). As part of the trip, Freeman and McCreary will also support various charity initiatives around the film’s December 11th release.

Shot entirely on location in South Africa, “Invictus” tells the inspiring true story of how the newly elected South African president joined forces with the captain of South Africa’s rugby team, Francois Pienaar (played by Matt Damon) to help unite their country. In the wake of apartheid, President Mandela knows his nation remains racially and economically divided. Believing he can bring his people together through the universal language of sport, Mandela rallies South Africa’s underdog rugby team as they make an unlikely run to the 1995 Rugby World Cup final. The South African cast includes Tony Kgoroge, Patrick Mofokeng, Matt Stern, Leleti Khumalo and Marguerite Wheatley as Francois Pienaar’s wife.

In the spirit of reconciliation, Freeman will participate in a charity Golf Day to raise funds for three charities: The Nelson Mandela Foundation, The Make a Difference Foundation and the Chris Burger/Petro Jackson Players’ Fund.

The Golf day will be held at Steenberg Golf Club, Constantia, Cape Town

on Friday 11th December.

Is “‘This is it’ an event of a lifetime” Pray tell

Is MJ “‘This is it’ an event of a lifetime”? Pray tell.

I think U2 360 tour could be the event of the year.

Nicolas Cage sues former business manager

Nicolas Cage sues former business manager

Filed $20 million lawsuit accusing him of negligence, fraud

Actor Nicolas Cage filed a $20 million lawsuit against his former business manager on Friday, accusing him of negligence and fraud that sent the “National Treasure” star “down a path toward financial ruin.”

Cage claimed that his recently-fired business manager had failed to pay taxes when they were due and had placed him in speculative and risky real estate investments “resulting in (the actor) suffering catastrophic losses.”

In a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court and first obtained by celebrity web site TMZ.com, Cage said he had now been forced to “sell major assets and investments at a significant loss” because of the actions of his business advisor and accountant over the past seven years.

The lawsuit said the advisor had also failed to alert Cage to the fact that his money was running out, and had over-extended his lines of credit with banks.

The former business manager, Samuel Levin, could not be reached for comment on Friday.

Cage, 45, is one of Hollywood’s most prolific actors with more than 50 movies to his name, including an Oscar-winning role as an alcoholic in “Leaving Las Vegas” and action movies such as “Face/Off” and “Gone in Sixty Seconds”.

Cage earned some $40 million last year according to Forbes.com and has six movies expected to hit theaters in the next two years.

He was recently hit with a claim for $6.6 million dollars in back income taxes, interest and penalties by U.S. authorities.

Cage said he did not realize the extent of his problems until September 2008 when he hired a new business manager. He asked for $20 million in damages, saying that his reputation has been “irreparably tarnished.”