Heather Graham Directs and Stars in Romantic Comedy ‘Chosen Family’ with Julia Stiles, Film Sets US Digital Release Date
Actress Heather Graham (Boogie Nights / Suitable Flesh), wrote, directed and stars alongside Julia Stiles (10 Things I Hate About You), John Brotherton (Fuller House, Furious 7), Thomas Lennon (Reno 911!) and Michael Gross (Tremors) in the romantic comedy film Chosen Family.
The film had its world premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival and will be released in the UK on digital download from 21st April.
In the film, a woman from a dysfunctional family tries to create her own healthy family, but she keeps falling into the same bad patterns in her romantic relationships. Her friends are the most loving people in her life. With their support she learns that she can say no to her family, she does deserve a better boyfriend, and there is a place where she can feel unconditionally loved.
Watch the trailer for Chosen Family.
Rushlake Media Partners with Ubongo to Distribute Children’s Series Akili and Me, Nuzo and Namia and Ubongo Kids
Rushlake Media is partnering with Ubongo, Africa’s leading producer of educational entertainment, to distribute the children’s series Akili and Me, Nuzo and Namia and Ubongo Kids in North America and Europe.
Philipp Hoffmann, Founder and CEO of Rushlake Media, commented, “We are excited to partner with Ubongo in bringing these outstanding educational series to new audiences. The need for accessible and high-quality learning resources is greater than ever, and we are honored to support Ubongo in its mission to empower young learners globally through engaging, research-driven content.”
Mwasi Wilmore, CEO of Ubongo, commented, “At Ubongo, we believe that every child, no matter where they are, deserves access to fun, engaging, and transformative learning experiences. Partnering with Rushlake Media allows us to bring our beloved educational content to even more families across North America and Europe, ensuring that more children can benefit from our research-driven approach to learning. We are thrilled about this opportunity to expand our reach and inspire kids worldwide.”
Australian Filmmaker Peter Renzullo to Direct Psychological Thriller ‘The Jewel Wasp’
Australian filmmaker Peter Renzullo is set to direct his latest feature film, The Jewel Wasp, a psychological thriller about an underground agency called EMERALD. This organization is dedicated to capturing perpetrators of horrific crimes before they are caught by law enforcement, bringing them face-to-face with the families of their victims. The film delves deep into the human psyche, exploring the intense emotions tied to revenge, morality, and justice, set against a backdrop of harrowing subject matter.
“I’ve always been fascinated by the complexity of the human mind, and The Jewel Wasp is an exploration of those dark and intense emotions people experience when driven by the need for vengeance,” says Renzullo. “It’s a story that confronts difficult subject matter, but ultimately reveals the complexity of justice and what it means to seek retribution.”
Despite facing the challenges of being legally blind, with only 3% vision remaining due to a rare condition called Cone Dystrophy, Renzullo has continued to succeed in an industry where visual precision is key.
The Jewel Wasp marks his third feature film in production and his seventh script. His body of work includes The Decadent & Depraved, Radio Man, The Canary, Before Dawn, and the upcoming Unapologetic, which is set to be released later this year.
Ian Hale, the owner of The Backlot Perth and founder of Halo Films, will take on the role of Executive Producer.
A fundraising campaign has been launched at Indiegogo.