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Once you're done with that, keep an eye on the pages since Happy Feet 2 is Monday, November 14 @ 7:00 p.m. at the Winter Park Regal Cinemas.

Harold n Kumar was decent in the right frame of mind, or substance. Funny as hell at times. Others, not so much. Neil Patrick Harris has a very minor role though he does it well.

Puss in Boots is outstanding!

Play and Win Tickets!

See you in the dark.]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry111103-145517 Joey Cruz Thu, 03 Nov 2011 20:55:17 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=11&entry=entry111103-145517 http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry111004-131355
Went to Footloose and really enjoyed it. It took nothing away from the original and made it's own way without disrespecting what has come before.

A fun movie to take the family to.

Watched Machine Gun Preacher last night. It was ok. The story upon which it's based is nothing short of incredible. The movie probably downplayed truer events, and that might be a shame.

As powerful as the message should be in this movie, it still seems like a mild action movie with a belief in faith theme.

Ok movie. I'm sure the book is amazing. The truth usually is.

The 1st Annual ZOMBIE WALK and End of the world Party is coming up on Friday, October 21st. Visit www.donnamarini.net for party details.]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry111004-131355 Joey Cruz Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:13:55 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=10&entry=entry111004-131355 http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110921-123234
Dolphin Tale is based on true events from Clearwater FL in 2005. A dolphin was discovered on the beach with ropes and netting strangling its tail. A fisherman and a young boy notified the marine rescue unit and thus begins the tale of Winter, a dolphin who faces certaindeath without a tail and the people who came otgether to create this amazing and inspiring story of nature against the odds.

A must see for everyone in the family, if you can go together, even better. Make time for it.

Killer Elite stars Jason Statham, Clive Owen, and Robert DeNiro. That's basically the highlight of this action drama. It too is based on true events from 1980.

The actors played their roles amongst busy foreign cities and each other but there never seemed to be that chemistry that would bring Owen and Statham together.

DVD or Netflix rental.]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110921-123234 Joey Cruz Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:32:34 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=09&entry=entry110921-123234 http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110902-115349
LIONSGATE® announced a special sneak preview screening program for the inspirational sports drama WARRIOR. The screenings will be held on Sunday, September 4th at 7:00 pm, at theaters nationwide. The announcement was made by Lionsgate’s co-COO and Motion Picture Group President Joe Drake.

To promote the sneak previews, Lionsgate has partnered with Twitter to designate the hashtag #WARRIORMovieSneakPreview, which Lionsgate has also sponsored as a Promoted Trend, allowing Twitter’s powerful user base a direct link to buy tickets and continue to spread the tremendous word of mouth the film is receiving.

Moviegoers interested in seeing the film, which Rolling Stone’s chief film critic Peter Travers calls “fiercely moving,” can purchase tickets in advance at www.warriorsneakpreview.com and use #WARRIORMovieSneakPreview on Twitter to share information about the movie with friends.

“We are in a fortunate position in that the best promotional tool for this incredible film is the film itself,” explained Drake of the motivation to allow general audiences this special advance access. “This is truly a movie for everyone, and as we’ve screened it, people in all demographics- even those who might not have otherwise sought the film out- have been enthralled by its blend of triumphant, inspirational sports storytelling with poignant and powerful family drama.”

Adds David Spitz, who heads Distribution for Lionsgate, “Critics and private screening guests have shown extreme enthusiasm for this film in advance of its release, and we are honored to be able to share the experience earlier than promised with audiences everywhere, especially on a patriotic, family oriented weekend like Labor Day that fits so well with the themes of this particular film. We can’t wait to read the sneak preview audience’s tweets as they become the first consumers to share their reactions with the world.”

About Warrior

Rising stars Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton command the screen as two estranged brothers facing the fight of a lifetime­ in Lionsgate’s WARRIOR, a moving, inspirational action drama from acclaimed director Gavin O’Connor (Miracle).

Haunted by a tragic past, Marine Tommy Conlon (Hardy) returns home for the first time in fourteen years to enlist the help of his father (Nick Nolte) to train for Sparta, the biggest winner-takes-all event in mixed martial arts history. A former wrestling prodigy, Tommy blazes a path toward the championship while his brother, Brendan (Edgerton), an ex-fighter-turned teacher, returns to the ring in a desperate bid to save his family from financial ruin. But when Brendan’s unlikely, underdog rise sets him on a collision course with the unstoppable Tommy, the two brothers must finally confront each other and the forces that pulled them apart, facing off in the most soaring, soul stirring, and unforgettable climax that must be seen to be believed.

A rousing ode to redemption, reconciliation and the power of the human spirit, WARRIOR is also a moving testament to the enduring bonds of family. WARRIOR stars Joel Edgerton (Animal Kingdom, Star Wars: Episode III), Tom Hardy (the upcoming The Dark Knight Rises, Inception, Black Hawk Down), Jennifer Morrison ("House", Star Trek) and Nick Nolte (Tropic Thunder, The Thin Red Line). The film is directed by Gavin O'Connor; screenplay by Gavin O’Connor & Anthony Tambakis & Cliff Dorman and story by Gavin O'Connor & Cliff Dorfman. Lionsgate and Mimran Schur Pictures present a Lionsgate / Mimran Schur Pictures production. A Solaris Entertainment and Filmtribe production.


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September 1, 2011- LIONSGATE® (NYSE: LGF), a leading global entertainment company, and AMC Theatres (AMC), a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, are thrilled to jointly announce the unprecedented success of the AMC Stubs rewards program screenings of the inspirational sports drama WARRIOR. The screenings, which took place at 90 AMC theatres in 47 markets nationwide Wednesday, Aug. 31, marked the first time AMC has offered a free advance screening to members of its AMC Stubs rewards program. Tickets were claimed quickly after they became available to AMC Stubs members on Aug. 12, and over 17,000 people attended the screenings, which were filled to capacity in the majority of their locations.

AMC’s Facebook page has exploded with positive feedback from fans about their experience. Comments offered raves for the film, with one attendee describing WARRIOR as a “Great flick! Crowd was cheering, laughing and crying; often all at the same time” and another adding, “Intense moments! Everyone in their seats cheering! Made me feel like I was there ring side and not at the movies! GREAT film!” The film also surprised many attendees with its broader than expected appeal. One AMC Stubs member explained “I usually don’t like sports films but this one truly was special. A must see. Thank you,” while another emphasized how much his girlfriend loved the film. Along with their gratitude to AMC for offering the free members screenings, many fans underscored that they wouldn’t have otherwise seen the film, and that they plan to attend again on opening weekend and will recommend the film enthusiastically.

Said Lionsgate’s EVP of Exhibitor Relations and Operations, Mike Polydoros of the partnership, “We’ve known for some time that the best tool we have to sell the movie Warrior is the movie Warrior, but these particular sneak preview screenings have so many added benefits for all involved beyond the positive word of mouth that we know the film will generate: we love working with our partners in exhibition to add value for their customers in creative ways and drive people to their theaters, and this was a great example of that. And we got a great marketing boost from this collaboration as well; the invitation was extended to more than 1.5 million AMC Stubs members, which helps raise additional awareness for the film.”

“Lionsgate shared this special film with us a while ago, and we agreed the story was one worthy of providing to our AMC Stubs members as an incremental benefit,” said Sun Dee Larson, Vice President, Film Marketing and Communications at AMC. “Our members were overwhelmingly receptive to the offer and thanked us personally at the screenings for adding this benefit to the already rich rewards we offer. We also received positive feedback on our Facebook page and Twitter feeds.”

About AMC Stubs
•AMC Stubs members receive a $10 AMC Stubs reward for every $100 spent at AMC, including tickets, concessions, gift cards, and more
•Members receive free upgrades on popcorn and fountain drinks every day– pay for a small, get a medium; pay for a medium, get a large
•Online ticket purchase fees are waived on Movietickets.com and Fandango.com
•Members have access to an online ticket stub collection to keep their moviegoing memories
•AMC Stubs costs $12 a year
]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110901-131712 Joey Cruz Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:17:12 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=09&entry=entry110901-131712 http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110829-143753 HOLLYWOOD, August 25, 2011 – Allied Faith & Family (AFF), the division of Allied Integrated Marketing dedicated to serving the faith & family audience, is marking the first anniversary of its launch with new projects and new clients, expanding beyond theatrical releases into home entertainment.

AFF’s co-founders, Tom Allen and Kellie Barnes, believe the division’s success has been driven by its unique approach and capabilities. “AFF focuses on the higher values and messages contained in quality films, while also encouraging greater communion between Hollywood and the faith community,” explains Allen. Barnes added, “With faith-based representatives in 21 offices nationwide who interact with religious leaders and communities in each market, we bring a unique mix of relationships, expertise and integrity to our campaigns that has really resonated with both our clients and the faith community.”

Allied Faith & Family has been retained by Lionsgate to design and execute a major promotional campaign for its upcoming motion picture WARRIOR, slated for nationwide release on September 9.

AFF was also recently signed by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment to market several of that studio’s DVD/Blu-ray/digital releases to the faith audience, including the hit animated feature film RIO and the family dramas BREAKING THE PRESS and THE 5TH QUARTER.

This past Spring, Allied Faith & Family teamed with another Allied division – Allied Hispanic – in marketing the theatrical release of the comedy-adventure RIO to families across North America. From the creators of the top-grossing ICE AGE series, RIO has taken in over $143 million at the domestic box office and became available on DVD, Blu-ray Disc and Digital Copy on August 2, setting a home entertainment record as the biggest-selling family title ever for an August release as well as remaining No. 1 on DVD and Blu-ray charts for its second and third weeks.

Starring Drew Waters (“Friday Night Lights”), BREAKING THE PRESS will arrive on DVD on September 20 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, and the street date for THE 5th QUARTER, starring Andie MacDowell and Aidan Quinn, is August 30.

Starring Tom Hardy, Joel Edgerton and Nick Nolte, Lionsgate’s WARRIOR speaks directly to both the faith and military markets, where AFF sees considerable overlap. The intense family drama explores the themes of redemption and reconciliation against a backdrop of a mixed martial arts tournament involving two estranged brothers who must face their recovering alcoholic father, their troubled early home life, and each other.

“These are precisely the kinds of movies we seek out,” states Allen. “We are advocates for the faith and family audience who encourage the Hollywood studios to produce more films like this to enrich the culture.”

AFF co-founder Kellie Barnes describes WARRIOR as one of the best action-dramas she has seen in many years. “It’s a great family story told from a Judeo-Christian worldview. It represents the best of what Hollywood can be and respects our audience with its high-level artistry.”

Allied Faith & Family made headlines earlier this year for conceiving and executing an original campaign of prayer support and Christian advocacy for Justin Bieber, which contributed to the box office success of Paramount’s JUSTIN BIEBER: NEVER SAY NEVER. The acclaimed campaign covered 30 markets and accentuated the film’s clean, wholesome nature while engaging the faith press with compelling stories about the actual faith lives of Justin, his mother and his manager.

Other recent Allied Faith & Family projects include a campaign targeting mega-churches nationwide for Sony Pictures’ JUMPING THE BROOM, which opened as the top comedy at the box office on Mother’s Day weekend 2011, and a groundbreaking campaign for the Broadway musical MEMPHIS, which won four Tony Awards in 2010, including “Best Musical”.

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Lillian Vazquez

Gunda Nolan-Fijnje

Becky Soto

Juliette N Jimmy Rodriguez

Jean Ford

Julie Hancock Rector

Savannah L-s

Crissy Shuck

Renee Johnson

Gail Smosthers

Great job! See you on the 6th!

Joey n Sin]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110829-143428 Joey Cruz Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:34:28 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=08&entry=entry110829-143428 http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110827-220928
Brendan a high school physics teacher finds himself in the MMA ring again after finding out he will lose his family’s house if he doesn’t find a way to make money. He ends up moonlighting, secretly outside of stripper bars, in amateur MMA fights. Soon his wife finds out as well as the school board. His wife is worried that he will be killed and the school is upset about how it looks to have a teacher that fights MMA, so the school suspends him without pay. He then decides that while on suspension he must fight full time to earn money. He seeks out the help of a friend that owns a mixed martial arts gym and begins training. Eventually he signs up for Sparta where he may fight Tommy for the win. Which brother ends up winning all? Guess you will have to watch it to find out!

I was excited to see this movie, being a fan of UFC myself. This movie was beautifully filmed, the writing was brilliant and the acting was moving. The stories were very relatable for anyone that has ever struggled in their lives, whether it be with money or family. Hardy portrayed his character so well I could literally feel the resentment he felt and his push to alienate himself from others. I have to say I am not a fan of Nolte, but after this, how can you not be. His performance was so heart wrenching, he made you feel his struggles with recovering from alcoholism and his struggle to try to repair the relationships he broke with his sons. Being constantly pushed away, his pain was felt by the audience and literally made you want to cry at times. Edgerton was amazing as well, a father and husband struggling to keep his family afloat while constantly being pushed back down. He played this role to the T. He had believability that you could look at your own life and see yourself in his character. The fight scenes were choreographed and filmed amazingly. It was like getting front row seats to an actual MMA fight, but even better, getting a more personal view, you never get while actually watching fights. The fights were so realistic and heart stopping. They made the audience hoot and holler and I think I even heard a squeal of anticipation from an audience member. My only complaint about this film was that the beginning had a slow to start. I was beginning to worry that it would be that pace through the whole movie, but luckily it was not! I would say this is one of the top movies of this summer and a definite MUST see.

~Sin
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Hints:

There might be trivia.

It might be fun to check out the bar for fight night this weekend. Location to be determined.

You've been warned!

Joey]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110826-073938 Joey Cruz Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:39:38 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=08&entry=entry110826-073938 http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110822-224539
Top Movies This Weekend from Box Office Mojo:

1. The Help eased 23 percent to $20 million, lifting its total to $71.3 million in 12 days. It marked the first time since early January that a movie has risen to No. 1 after previously debuting lower.

2. Rise of the Planet of the Apes extended its lead over most past comparable titles, including X-Men: First Class and G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, and continued to hold much better than Planet of the Apes (2001). Rise dipped 42 percent to $16.1 million, growing its sum to $133.6 million in 17 days.

3. Conan the Barbarian went the way of past August fantasy/ancient action movies and flopped hard. Joining the ranks of Kull the Conqueror and The Last Legion and grabbing less interest than even The 13th Warrior, Conan reaped $10 million on around 4,500 screens at 3,015 locations.

4. Fright Night was even less attractive than Conan, and, while it didn't carry the same wannabe blockbuster burden as Conan, it was backed by a more aggressive marketing campaign. Fright Night drew $8.1 million (including Thursday night previews) on close to 4,600 screens at 3,114 locations, and the gross was low even by the modest standards of unromantic vampire movies.

5. The Smurfs edged out Fright Night for fifth place. It was down 43 percent, pulling in $7.8 million for a smurfy $117.5 million sum in 24 days.

6. One Day was largely ignored with a $5.1 million debut at 1,719 single-screen locations, ranking ninth. It was near the bottom among romantic dramas.

7. Final Destination 5 saved no face, tumbling 57 percent, which was worse than its predecessor, and grossing an estimated $2.4 million for an anemic $32.3 million ten-day tally.

]]> http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry110822-224539 Joey Cruz Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:45:39 GMT http://www.ravenloches.com/blog/comments.php?y=11&m=08&entry=entry110822-224539