Raising Buchanan

"Raising Buchanan" raises a smile during this definite time of need. When a desperate woman steals the corpse of US President James Buchanan, challenges and hilarity erupt. Hoping to profit off the dead body of "America's Least Known and Worst President," plans are devised and foiled in this funny film. One to watch in these dark times, this dark comedy will have you laughing while at the same time learning about a little-known and little-loved piece of American history.

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Big Thanks to Annie over at Cinematic Red for allowing us to screen this film and for making this feature possible!

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Braking for Whales

In a time where many are spending endless amounts of hours with their families, this comedy is one to enjoy together. "Braking for Whales" brings together a dysfunctional family, a sibling duo, after the death of their mother. With their mother's dying wish to feed her ashes to a whale, the two embark on a journey to fulfill the insane request. Bickering and fights, of course, ensue, and the estranged brother and sister are forced to figure out just how to feed their "mother" to a whale in order to collect their inheritance. Heartwarming and hilarious,"Braking for Whales" is a fun film to get you though your own family-filled days.

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Big Thanks to Annie over at Cinematic Red for making this feature possible.

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Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons

An eye opening documentary, "Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons," explores perhaps one of the most mysterious skin diseases, Morgellons. With the skincare industry booming, and a collective eye on the mental health industry, the film is timely and informative. The big debate behind this hard-to-understand disease, Morgellons, is whether it is a physical or psychological syndrome. With a possible link to Lyme disease patients claim their skin to be irritated and many doctors believe that the irritation is actually psychological. "Skin Deep" is interesting and compelling as nurses, doctors, victims and patients chime in presenting research and their own beliefs regarding this rare disease. Who is delusional, the patients experiencing this disease or the doctors that can't find anything to back a skin disease?

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Big Thanks to Annie over at Cinematic Red for allowing us to review this film and for making this feature possible!

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Limerence

“Limerence" is a state of mind which results from a romantic attraction to another person and typically includes obsessive thoughts and fantasies and a desire to form or maintain a relationship with the object of love and have one’s feelings reciprocated.” Limerence is a new film that is raw, real, relatable and a true depiction of love and relationships in the current day and age. It exposes the flaws found no matter your level or love and relation. Whether it be friends of friends, close friends, couples, engaged couples or married couples, there are trials that all must face and the limerence that can occur from the participants in that relationship. Charming and full of characters of all different spirits, this clever film is outside of the box and a breath of fresh air when it comes to typical Hollywood romantic comedies. One will find themself relating to the characters and the stories that exemplify the more common “screw ups” rather than the fairytale endings.

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Big Thanks to Annie over at Cinematic Red for making this feature possible!

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The Wrong Todd

A Sci-Fi fun film, The Wrong Todd is a film that pulls your heart strings, has you laughing and mixes in an interesting science fiction twist. When Todd’s evil twin from a parallel universe shows him a piece of what his life will look like should he continue on the self centered path he is currently on, Todd realizes what matters most in his life and sets out to do away with the evil twin before he takes over and leaves him lonely and girlfriend-less. Endearing and with a powerful message, The Wrong Todd reminds us of the importance of the people that we love in our lives.

To learn more, see more and to view The Wrong Todd, click here.

Big Thanks to Annie over at Cinematic Red for making this feature possible!

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Spiral Farm

Questioning the world seems to be a common thread of any society whether you live in an isolated place or not. Spiral Farm follows a young girl living in an isolated community who gets a taste of the “outside world,” and finds herself yearning to escape her home. Relatable to many in every day society, this touching film makes one question the future in their own lives and what leaving one’s comfort zone means.

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Big Thank You to Annie over at Cinematic Red for making this feature possible!

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Billboard

Set to premier in theaters next month (April 5), "Billboard" is a cinematic experience like no other. Commenting on the way we consume entertainment, news and life in general, Billboard shows the power of media. Whether it be radio, television, social media, a billboard, whatever, this film displays the effects of how words can be warped, how fake news can be born, and how the people can run with words taken out of context. A Must-See, the film takes place in the Allentown, Pennsylvania and follows an independent radio station that is trying to stay afloat. With a “Billboard Sitting Contest,” the station draws attention and advertisers to continue to exist. Soon after, the contest sours in the eyes of the public and becomes negative news, upsetting the community and it’s newfound followers. A satire, yet serious, this film exposes the ability for humans to come to conclusions without all of the needed information and the judgements that follow. An interesting look at the power of every medium for media and how they can effect society. 

To see more, learn more and to view this film, click here.

Big Thanks to Annie over at Cinematic Red for making this feature possible!

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Hàna

When a fashion model crosses over to filmmaker, the product is pure beauty. Hana Noka's first film, entitled Hàna, is already gaining notice in  the industry and beyond. Nominated for three awards at this week's upcoming LaJolla International Film Festival, the short film is a true testament to how absolute beauty and fashion can be merged and translated into a visual feast on film.

To learn more, see more and to view Hàna, click here.

To create your own beautiful pieces, most specifically cards for events, head over to Paperless Post.

Big Thanks to Wyllisa of WPR PR for making this feature possible!

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Emmett Till x Black History Month

Black History Month is underway and it is a time to reflect and learn about the important stories that have shaped history. At a recent event at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture here in NYC, "The Untold Story of Emmett Louis Till" was screened, followed by a discussion with the filmmaker Keith Beauchamp and producer Fredrick Zollo. The documentary is a riveting account from family and those who witnessed the case of the brutal murder of an innocent teenaged boy. 

Big Thanks to Scott over at The Sheen Center for inviting us to this event and for making this feature possible.

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Destination Unknown

Having taken part in JCC Krakaw's Inaugural Ride for the Living, our interest in Auchwitz and the Holocaust has skyrocketed. While it can at times be difficult to watch and listen to the stories from war, it is empowering and important to share the stories of survival.  A new film, Destination Unknown, hits home and is incredibly moving. The documentary (which we were lucky enough to attend a special private screen of) was released theatrically this month and is a compilation of valuable and powerful testimonies that keep history alive. A must-see piece no matter your ethnicity, religion or race. A true display of hope, humanity and the importance of the past as we look to the future.

To learn more, see more and to find out when Destination Unknown shows in your city, click here.

To learn more and see more of Belles&Rebelles' experience in Poland and at The Ride for that Living, click here.

Big Thanks to Nathanial over at Brigade Marketing for inviting us to the special screening and for making this feature possible.

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