A bit of casting news for 2006 AFF panelist Judd Apatow's new movie, Knocked Up. Seems that Anne Hathaway, continuing on her warpath out of kids movies, has been cast opposite Seth Rogen in the romantic comedy. You can read the story here.
The amazing thing about that story, though, is that it seems to imply a Paul Rudd-Ann Hathaway combo, and it doesn't even mention Rogen. That's okay, because hopefully after this movie the 23 year old writer/actor will be huge outside of us, the Freaks and Geeks-40 Year Old Virgin fan squad.
Thursday, February 23, 2006
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
'04 AFF doc The Loss of Nameless Things on PBS and DVD!
In 2004, at the inaugural AFF documentary competition, we were privileged to screen THE LOSS OF NAMELESS THINGS, directed by Bill Rose.
LOSS will be screening on PBS (in late February in most markets) and is also coming out on DVD.
At the festival, Mr. Rose met with former Lightstorm and CastleRock VP of Development Curtis Burch, and recently announced that he sold the dramatic re-make rights to him. We look forward to following the progress of this amazing story.
Congratulations Bill!
Here is a letter from Bill Rose:
Hello friends,
Good news! I am excited (and more then a little relieved) to announce THE BROADCAST PREMIERE of THE LOSS OF NAMELESS THINGS. The film will air on the PBS documentary series, INDEPENDENT LENS, hosted by Edie Falco. Most broadcasts will air February 28th - though some, like Upstate New York, will not air until April 21st! Times vary from city to city mostly at 9:00, 10:00 PM or 11:00 PM - with several additional encore broadcasts over the following days. Please check your local listings.
The good folks at Independent Lens have also done a wonderful job creating a COMPANION SITE for the film, chock full of info and useful links, including updates on each cast member.
Check out the PBS website: http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/lossofnamelessthings/.
PBS VERSION
Though grateful for this rare 90 minute PBS broadcast spot, I still had to cut over twenty minutes from the film. In doing so I made the tough decision to remove most of Oakley¹s work - this in order to leave time for the story itself. (I miss most Richard Zobel¹s fine readings from Grinder¹s Stand. After a brief and quite unexpected illness Richard passed away last fall. Quite stunning, esp. in light of his final words in the film). However, the original version of the film is still viewable -
DVD NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
The ORIGINAL FESTIVAL CUT, which many of you saw, and with all scenes restored, is NOW AVAILABLE for purchase at www.thelossofnamelessthings.com - the OFFICIAL SITE for the film.
(The official site includes synopsis, screening history, awards, and a whole lotta reviews - http://thelossofnamelessthings.com/secondary/press.html. If you haven¹t visited the site please do and drop me a line.)
For educational video and further info, including purchasing the shorter PBS version, which has been edited for language and nudity, please email me directly: Bill@thelossofnamelessthings.com
The film is also available though CUSTOMFLIX.
Web site: http://www.CustomFlix.com/208841
Phone: 888-304-0049
Email: sales@customflix.com
OTHER NEWS
I am thrilled to announce that the dramatic re-make rights have been sold to former Lightstorm and CastleRock VP of Development Curtis Burch. There is much of interest here, but too early to relate specifics - not wanting to jinx anything; I think I¹ll just keep quiet for now.
Finally, in Seattle, playwright Stuart Greenman, whose play SILENCE, CUNNING, EXHILE, premiered at The American Repertory Theater, and was published in American Theater Magazine, is adapting Oakley¹s life-story for the stage. I am really looking forward to seeing what he makes of this. Stuart writes beautifully - I am honored to have him writing the stage play.
Finally, I want to thank each of you for your enthusiasm, interest - and in many cases, friendship. It has indeed been a long, long journey. I hope I¹ve shepherded this story to a good home. I¹ve know I¹ve done my best. It is time to move on.
To those of you of I¹ve met on the festival circuit, keep up your good work and thanks so much for the privilege of sharing my work with you. You've been a big part of my life these past few years, even when our time was brief. I sincerely hope life treats you well - and to meet up again a little further down the road.
Until then
Best
Bill
www.thelossofnamelessthings.com
LOSS will be screening on PBS (in late February in most markets) and is also coming out on DVD.
At the festival, Mr. Rose met with former Lightstorm and CastleRock VP of Development Curtis Burch, and recently announced that he sold the dramatic re-make rights to him. We look forward to following the progress of this amazing story.
Congratulations Bill!
Here is a letter from Bill Rose:
Hello friends,
Good news! I am excited (and more then a little relieved) to announce THE BROADCAST PREMIERE of THE LOSS OF NAMELESS THINGS. The film will air on the PBS documentary series, INDEPENDENT LENS, hosted by Edie Falco. Most broadcasts will air February 28th - though some, like Upstate New York, will not air until April 21st! Times vary from city to city mostly at 9:00, 10:00 PM or 11:00 PM - with several additional encore broadcasts over the following days. Please check your local listings.
The good folks at Independent Lens have also done a wonderful job creating a COMPANION SITE for the film, chock full of info and useful links, including updates on each cast member.
Check out the PBS website: http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/lossofnamelessthings/.
PBS VERSION
Though grateful for this rare 90 minute PBS broadcast spot, I still had to cut over twenty minutes from the film. In doing so I made the tough decision to remove most of Oakley¹s work - this in order to leave time for the story itself. (I miss most Richard Zobel¹s fine readings from Grinder¹s Stand. After a brief and quite unexpected illness Richard passed away last fall. Quite stunning, esp. in light of his final words in the film). However, the original version of the film is still viewable -
DVD NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
The ORIGINAL FESTIVAL CUT, which many of you saw, and with all scenes restored, is NOW AVAILABLE for purchase at www.thelossofnamelessthings.com - the OFFICIAL SITE for the film.
(The official site includes synopsis, screening history, awards, and a whole lotta reviews - http://thelossofnamelessthings.com/secondary/press.html. If you haven¹t visited the site please do and drop me a line.)
For educational video and further info, including purchasing the shorter PBS version, which has been edited for language and nudity, please email me directly: Bill@thelossofnamelessthings.com
The film is also available though CUSTOMFLIX.
Web site: http://www.CustomFlix.com/208841
Phone: 888-304-0049
Email: sales@customflix.com
OTHER NEWS
I am thrilled to announce that the dramatic re-make rights have been sold to former Lightstorm and CastleRock VP of Development Curtis Burch. There is much of interest here, but too early to relate specifics - not wanting to jinx anything; I think I¹ll just keep quiet for now.
Finally, in Seattle, playwright Stuart Greenman, whose play SILENCE, CUNNING, EXHILE, premiered at The American Repertory Theater, and was published in American Theater Magazine, is adapting Oakley¹s life-story for the stage. I am really looking forward to seeing what he makes of this. Stuart writes beautifully - I am honored to have him writing the stage play.
Finally, I want to thank each of you for your enthusiasm, interest - and in many cases, friendship. It has indeed been a long, long journey. I hope I¹ve shepherded this story to a good home. I¹ve know I¹ve done my best. It is time to move on.
To those of you of I¹ve met on the festival circuit, keep up your good work and thanks so much for the privilege of sharing my work with you. You've been a big part of my life these past few years, even when our time was brief. I sincerely hope life treats you well - and to meet up again a little further down the road.
Until then
Best
Bill
www.thelossofnamelessthings.com
Friday, February 17, 2006
AFF Photo of the Week - Robert Altman and Buck Henry
To start off our new weekly posting of photos from festivals past is this classic shot of Robert Altman (soon to be honored with an Academy Award for Lifetime achievement) and Buck Henry during the 1999 festival. That year was a great year for retrospective screenings including Altman's Nashville and McCabe and Mrs. Miller, plus presentations of that year's distinguished Screenwriter recipient, James L. Brooks' films Broadcast News and Terms of Endearment. This particular picture was taken following a screening and Q&A at the Texas Capital of some of Altman's rarely seen television work. The program was co-presented with The Museum of Television & Radio and included episodes of Bus Stop, Premiere, Kraft Suspense Theater and Combat, all directed by Altman during the 60's.
The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.
The trailer for Talledega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby hit the net a couple of days ago. If you haven't seen it, you need to:
http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/talladeganights/
I first heard about this at AFF back in 2004. Adam McKay was in to show his short films and during the Q&A he talked about his next film with Will Ferrell, Talledega Nights. Apparently, every time Owen Wilson saw McKay he loved to quote the script. I remember thinking that Will Ferrell+Nascar=Gold, so I've been really excited waiting for this. Besides, anytime John C. Reilly gets more work is fine by me.
In other trailer news, Wim Wender's new film Don't Coming Knocking looks like a return to form for the director, plus it was written by and stars Sam Shepard. Here's hoping, but between the two the smart money might be on Ricky Bobby.
http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony/dontcomeknocking/
http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/talladeganights/
I first heard about this at AFF back in 2004. Adam McKay was in to show his short films and during the Q&A he talked about his next film with Will Ferrell, Talledega Nights. Apparently, every time Owen Wilson saw McKay he loved to quote the script. I remember thinking that Will Ferrell+Nascar=Gold, so I've been really excited waiting for this. Besides, anytime John C. Reilly gets more work is fine by me.
In other trailer news, Wim Wender's new film Don't Coming Knocking looks like a return to form for the director, plus it was written by and stars Sam Shepard. Here's hoping, but between the two the smart money might be on Ricky Bobby.
http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony/dontcomeknocking/
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