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Amy Nicholson captures the human spirit in the upcoming documentary ‘Happy Campers’ – Interview

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HAPPY CAMPERS chronicles the final days of a working-class summer colony in a scrappy trailer park that just happens to hold the secret to a rich life. In a waterfront campground off the coast of Virginia, residents spend their summers living spitting distance apart in rust-bitten RVs. They chuckle about the modest rent they pay for a million-dollar location, but what makes them the luckiest people in the world is more than just stunning sunsets, it’s the community they’ve created. I sit down with director Amy Nicholson about her inspiration for capturing what can only be desctibed as the modern day American dream.

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Beneath cliched trailer park stereotypes lies an unlikely utopia where all are welcome. Neighbors help each other out and share everything from power tools to simple pleasures. Loneliness and isolation are inconceivable. When their affordable paradise is sold to developers, the residents brace for eviction and the loss of friendships that span generations. They hold tight to their final days in the sun. The well-heeled crowd that takes their place will never be as wealthy.

Amy Nicholson is a New York-based filmmaker and commercial director whose projects often explore the essence of Americana with a humorous eye and a warm respect for her subjects. Nicholson’s most recent documentary, a short, titled Pickle, won multiple audience awards, was selected for The New York Times’ Op Docs, and was featured on the Criterion Collection alongside Errol Morris’ Gates of Heaven. Pickle was also nominated for an IDA Award and Cinema Eye Honors. Nicholson has produced and directed several features. Zipper: Coney Island’s Last Wild Ride won the Special Jury Prize at DOCNYC and was held over twice at the IFC Center. Muskrat Lovely premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival and was broadcast on Independent Lens. Nicholson’s films have screened at Hot Docs, Sheffield, Full Frame, DOK Leipzig, BFI London, Camden, Traverse City, Rooftop Films, and the MoMA. They have been reviewed by Variety, Indiewire, The Hollywood Reporter, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.

Ted aka Steady is a film critic and the managing editor forCountdownCityGeeks.com. He has covered some of the largest pop culture events in the world including SXSW and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also hosted a variety of events such as eSports Tourneys, film festivals, to moderating panels for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Josh Brolin, Rosario Dawson and Giancarlo Esposito.

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Stars from The Last Starfighter reunite to celebrate new comic series

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Lance Guest and Catherine Mary Stewart attended a fan meet and greet at the Big Alpaca Comics shop in San Antonio, TX this past July but this event was a little different. Comic book publisher Mad Cave Studios had just released issue #1 of a brand-new comic series based on the ’84 film and they also republished the prior film adaptation.

Lance and Catherine couldn’t have been more thrilled to be a part of a new comic series and even took the time to discuss everything from behind-the-scenes moments to a potential new project. Hear from the two legends and visit your nearest comic shop and grab the latest issue of The Last Starfighter series which is set 40 years after the original film.


The long-awaited sequel to the beloved film! Small town teenager Alex Rogan has already saved multiple worlds. But that was only the beginning of his story. Forty years after the cult-classic movie that pioneered CGI and inspired generations of fans, an all-new story picks up from the end credits and takes off for the stars! Now the leader—and sole member—of the Star League, Alex must rebuild the galaxy’s only defense force against Xur and the Ko-Dan Armada. Introducing a new cast of Starfighters alongside fan-favorite faces—and new killers and cutthroats in the shadowy employ of the Ko-Dan—The Last Starfighter #1 launches a sci-fi legacy to new heights!

For more information on the new comic series visit MadCaveStudios.com.




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DUE WEST star Henry Thomas on story, role & behind-the-scenes insights

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Actor Henry Thomas sits down with us for an interview to discuss his latest film, ‘DUE WEST’. Known for his iconic roles across film and television, Thomas shares insight into what drew him to this new project, the themes that make ‘DUE WEST’ stand out, and what audiences can expect from the story. He also reflects on his approach to the character and the collaborative process with his co-star Adrianne Palicki.

Synopsis: Driven to the brink by a broken medical system, a small-town woman undertakes a journey across the vast, unforgiving terrain of West Texas. When her truck breaks down in the middle of nowhere, she is forced to navigate a series of encounters with strangers, facing both compassion and exploitation along the way. As isolation deepens and her condition worsens, each mile raises the stakes and pushes her closer to a life-changing decision. With time running out and her options narrowing, she takes control of her future in the only way left to her. 


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Kill Code Interview: Justin Price & Franzi Schissler Talk New Action Thriller

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Join us for an interview with writer and director Justin Price alongside actress Franzi Schissler as they discuss their latest film Kill Code. With the film set to debut on digital platforms on July 24, the duo shares an inside look at bringing this intense project to life, from the story’s origins to the challenges of independent filmmaking.

In this conversation, Justin Price dives into his vision as both writer and director, while Franzi Schissler talks about her role, character preparation, and on-set experience. Together, they break down the film’s themes, its stellar cast, and what audiences can expect when Kill Code arrives this week on digital July 24th.


Synopsis: Kill Code is set in a fractured crime-ravaged future where a power-hungry corporation has taken over the conventional prison system and made the criminals the new law enforcers. The owner of this corporation, nanoscientist Eion Prescott (Harvey Keitel), created a deadly nano-virus which is distributed through lethal watches. These prisoners, soon infected with the virus, are forced to eliminate each other in exchange for their own freedom. When cyber-operative Elera (Franzi Schissler) uncovers a shocking truth, she turns against her creator, sparking a rebellion to destroy the system before it enslaves humanity.

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