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TUNNEL at SCREAMFEST
THE TUNNEL MOVIE IS AN OFFICIAL SELECTION OF SCREAMFEST LA 2011Blackrock Films announced today that their Australian independent movieThe Tunnel is one of the official selections by Screamfest LA 2011.VANCOUVER, B.C., September 1, 2011 -- Blackrock Films is pleased toannounce the HorrorSuspense movie, THE TUNNEL has been an officialselection of SCREAMFEST LA 2011, and will have its USA PREMIER at the2011 Screamfest Los Angeles festival October 14-23 (more infowww.screamfestla.com). The Tunnel directed by Filipino-Australian director,Carlo Ledesma, and produced/written by Enzo Tedeschi and Julian Harvey, is afirst rate suspense horror flick.Blackrock Films, President Brad Kersch made the announcement of the selectionby Screamfest LA. Its a great opportunity for the movie, Screamfest LA hasalways been the premier film fest for horror and suspense movies worldwide. Itswhere Paranormal Activity was discovered and we believe The Tunnel could bethe next diamond in the rough.We are very excited about The Tunnel! Its a well crafted, keep you on theedge of your seat suspense-horror movie. The film has seen a huge success onthe festival circuit run with packed audiences and has led to critical acclaim.ROLLING STONE says **The Tunnel is a cunningly crafted exercise in suspense!****THE TUNNEL is a Suspense-horror film at its finest.**An investigation into a government cover-up leads to a network of abandonedtrain tunnels deep beneath the heart of Sydney. As a journalist and her crew huntfor the story it quickly becomes clear the story is hunting them.In 2007 the New South Wales government suddenly scrapped a plan to utilizethe water in the disused underground train tunnels beneath Sydneys St JamesTrain Station.In 2008, chasing rumors of a government cover-up and urban legendssurrounding the sudden back flip, investigative journalist Natasha Warner led acrew of four into the underground labyrinth.This is the film of their harrowing ordeal. With unprecedented access to therecently declassified tapes they shot in the claustrophobic subway tunnels, aswell as a series of candid interviews with the survivors, we come face to face withthe terrifying truth.This never before seen footage takes us deep inside the tunnels bringing thedarkness to life and capturing the raw fear that threatens to tear the crew apart,leaving each one of them fighting for their lives.THE TUNNEL was praised for its suspenseful story telling, **A skilful web ofclaustrophobia and dread** EMPIRE**Unnerving and chilling** URBAN CINEFILE**WINNER BEST DIRECTOR** - A Night of Horror International Film Festival 2011**OFFICIAL SELECTION** Bloodfest Fantastique film festival 2011THE TUNNEL stars Bel Deliá, Andy Rodoreda, Steve Davis, Luke Arnold andGoran D. Kleut. THE TUNNEL was produced by Australian based, DistractedMedia. And executive producers, DLSHSs Ahmed Salama and Valeria Petrenko.Peter Rogier, VP of Marketing for Blackrock Films said Were extremely excitedto be releasing THE TUNNEL across all platforms in North America. BlackrockFilms is working closely with the producers on the theatrical, DVD, VOD andtelevision distribution release in Canada and the United States.About Blackrock Films: Blackrock Films is Canadas youngest, savviestindependent film company. Blackrock is the formulation of film distributionexperts, advertising executives, and creative. Blackrock is making its mark on theindustry through its grassroots acquisitions, production and distribution ofdiverse and distinctive filmed entertainment and its unique approach and style ofmarketing. Blackrock Films is a division of Blackrock Media a full serviceadvertisingagency with its head office in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Blackrock Media is owned by founding partners, Brad Kersch and Peter Rogier.For further information, please visit www.blackrockfilms.com or email: info_blackrockfilms.com
THE TUNNEL Opens 842011
THE TUNNEL - OPENS IN THEATRES AUGUST 4TH 2011 - Granville 7 CinemasTHE TUNNEL is a Suspense-horror film at its finest. Opening Thursday August 4th in Vancouver, Canada for a limited release marking the films premiere to North American theatres! Stay tuned for further locations and showtimes. An investigation into a government cover-up leads to a network of abandoned train tunnels deep beneath the heart of Sydney. As a journalist and her crew hunt for the story it quickly becomes clear the story is hunting them.In 2007 the New South Wales government suddenly scrapped a plan to utilize the water in the disused underground train tunnels beneath Sydneys St James Train Station.In 2008, chasing rumors of a government cover-up and urban legends surrounding the sudden back flip, investigative journalist Natasha Warner led a crew of four into the underground labyrinth.This is the film of their harrowing ordeal. With unprecedented access to the recently declassified tapes they shot in the claustrophobic subway tunnels, as well as a series of candid interviews with the survivors, we come face to face with the terrifying truth.THE TUNNEL was praised for its suspenseful story telling, The Tunnel is a cunningly crafted exercise in suspense ROLLING STONE A skilful web of claustrophobia and dread EMPIREUnnerving and chilling URBAN CINEFILE WINNER BEST DIRECTOR - A Night of Horror International Film Festival 2011 / OFFICIAL SELECTION Bloodfest Fantastique film festival 2011For further information, please visit www.blackrockfilms.com or email: info_blackrockfilms.com
Press Release July 22
Press Release: BLACKROCK FILMS IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE IT HAS ACQUIRED THE DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS TO THE INDY HORROR SUSPENSE HIT FILM THE TUNNEL FOR NORTH AMERICAN RELEASING.Blackrock Films acquires Canadian rights for cross-platform releaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:VANCOUVER, B.C., July 22, 2011 -- Blackrock Films is pleased to announce the acquisition of festival favorite, THE TUNNEL, directed by Filipino-Australian director, Carlo Ledesma, produced and written by and Enzo Tedeschi and Julian Harvey, for Theatrical and Non-Theatrical North American distribution. THE TUNNEL is expected to have its North American theatrical debut in August 2011 following a hugely successful festival circuit which saw the film play to packed audiences and has led to critical acclaim from reviewers across two continents. The announcement of the acquisition and partnership was made recently by Blackrock Films Vice President Of Sales and Distribution, Michael Price.THE TUNNEL is a Suspense-horror film at its finest. An investigation into a government cover-up leads to a network of abandoned train tunnels deep beneath the heart of Sydney. As a journalist and her crew hunt for the story it quickly becomes clear the story is hunting them.In 2007 the New South Wales government suddenly scrapped a plan to utilize the water in the disused underground train tunnels beneath Sydneys St James Train Station.In 2008, chasing rumors of a government cover-up and urban legends surrounding the sudden back flip, investigative journalist Natasha Warner led a crew of four into the underground labyrinth.This is the film of their harrowing ordeal. With unprecedented access to the recently declassified tapes they shot in the claustrophobic subway tunnels, as well as a series of candid interviews with the survivors, we come face to face with the terrifying truth.This never before seen footage takes us deep inside the tunnels bringing the darkness to life and capturing the raw fear that threatens to tear the crew apart, leaving each one of them fighting for their lives. THE TUNNEL was praised for its suspenseful story telling, The Tunnel is a cunningly crafted exercise in suspense ROLLING STONE / A skilful web of claustrophobia and dread EMPIRE/ Unnerving and chilling URBAN CINEFILE WINNER BEST DIRECTOR - A Night of Horror International Film Festival 2011 / OFFICIAL SELECTION Bloodfest Fantastique film festival 2011THE TUNNEL stars Bel Deliá, Andy Rodoreda, Steve Davis, Luke Arnold and Goran D. Kleut, THE TUNNEL was produced by Australian based, Distracted Media. And executive producers, DLSHSs Ahmed Salama and Valeria Petrenko.Michael Price, VP of Sales and Distribution for Blackrock Films said Were extremely excited to be releasing THE TUNNEL across all platforms in North America. Blackrock Films is working closely with the producers on the theatrical, DVD, VOD and television distribution release in Canada and the United States. We feel THE TUNNEL is the perfect summer film launch for Blackrock Films because of North Americas love for all things scary, Michael Price commented, Especially dark and suspenseful films like THE TUNNEL!About Blackrock FilmsCanadas youngest, savviest independent film company. Blackrock is the formulation of film distribution experts, advertising executives, and creative. Blackrock is making its mark on the industry through its grassroots acquisitions, production and distribution of diverse and distinctive filmed entertainment and its unique approach and style of marketing. Blackrock Films is a division of Blackrock Media a full service-advertising agency with its head office in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Blackrock Media is owned by founding partners, Brad Kersch, and Peter RogierFor further informatFor further information, please visit www.blackrockfilms.com or email: info_blackrockfilms.com
Press Release May
Press Release: BLACKROCK FILMS PARTNERS WITH HOUSE LIGHTS MEDIA TO DISTRIBUTE FESTIVAL FAVORITE UK FILM THE DRUMMOND WILLBlackrock Films acquires Canadian rights for cross-platform release.VANCOUVER, B.C., May 16, 2011 -- Blackrock Films is pleased to announce the acquisition of festival favorite, THE DRUMMOND WILL, directed by exciting British Writer and Director, Alan Butterworth, for Theatrical and Non-Theatrical Canadian distribution. THE DRUMMOND WILL is expected to have its North American theatrical debut in June 2011 following a hugely successful festival circuit which saw the film play to packed audiences and has led to critical acclaim from reviewers across two continents. The announcement of the acquisition and partnership was made recently by House Lights Media President, Steve Roberts and Senior Vice President, Sandy Moore.THE DRUMMOND WILL is a British comedy-mystery which reflects its influences from the Ealing Comedies of the 1930s and the humor of Monty Python. It follows two estranged brothers, Marcus and Danny Drummond, as they return to the decaying country village of their father, for his funeral. In settling the affairs of their fathers estate, the brothers find that things are not as they appear. As the body counts rise, the brothers try to figure out why their father had a stash of cash in his possession.THE DRUMMOND WILL was praised for its whip smart story telling and was described as "hilarious... an alfresco farce" by Dennis Harvey of Variety, and George Heymont, of The Huffington Post says, "The Drummond Will is one of the most refreshingly inventive and lovingly crafted send-ups of a beloved genre to be seen in many a moon."THE DRUMMOND WILL stars Mark Oosterveen, Phillip James, Jonathan Hansler, Victoria Jeffrey, Keith Parry, Nigel Osner and Jeremy Drakes, THE DRUMMOND WILL was produced by London based, Tobias Tobell.Michael Price, VP of Sales and Distribution for Blackrock Films said "We are extremely excited to be releasing THE DRUMMOND WILL across all platforms in Canada." Blackrock Films is working closely with House Lights Media on the theatrical, DVD, VOD and television distribution release in Canada. "We feel THE DRUMMOND WILL is the perfect first film launch for Blackrock Films because of Canadas love for all things British," Michael Price commented, "Especially dark and funny British comedies like THE DRUMMOND WILL!"About Blackrock FilmsBlackrock Films is Canadas youngest, savvy independent film company. Just because we are the new kids on the block doesn't mean we don't have experience. Blackrock is the formulation of film distribution experts, advertising executives, and creatives. Blackrock is making its mark on the industry through its grassroots acquisitions, production and distribution of diverse and distinctive filmed entertainment and its unique approach and style of marketing. Blackrock Films is a division of Blackrock Media a full service advertising agency with head office in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Blackrock Media is owned by founding partners, Brad Kersch, and Peter Rogier For further information, please visit www.blackrockfilms.com or email: info_blackrockfilms.com
Partnership Agreement May
Press Release: HOUSE LIGHTS MEDIA PARTNERS TEAM WITH BLACKROCK FILMS OF CANADA FOR FULL NORTH AMERICA DISTRIBUTION COVERAGE House Lights Media and Blackrock Films offers 20 years of film distribution experience.Denver, Colorado, April 26, 2011 House Lights Media Partners (House Lights Media), an emerging leader in independent film distribution, has partnered with Blackrock Films of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada to cover the Canadian market as part of their complete North American film distribution coverage. Steve Roberts, President, House Lights Media, and Sandy Moore, Senior Vice President, House Lights Media, selected Blackrock Films as their Canadian distribution arm due to the companys expertise in the identification of diverse and distinctive content as well as its experience in film distribution and marketing.Blackrock Films, a subsidiary of Blackrock Media, is made up of Michael Price, Vice President, Sales and Distribution, and Brad Kersch and Peter Rogier, Principle Partners and Founders of Blackrock Media. Together they bring over 20 years experience in distribution, production and design for the Canadian film market to their partnership with House Lights Media.Michael, Brad and Peter are able to bring together their extensive and varied industry experience to compliment House Lights Medias experience to enable us to offer the best and most thorough North American distribution coverage for our clients projects, said Steve Roberts, President, House Lights Media.Were really excited about Blackrock Films social media and networking experience as we continue to stay at the forefront of the continually evolving film distribution market, commented Sandy Moore, Senior Vice President, House Lights Media.We are proud to be working with House Lights Media on their Canadian film and video distribution business, said Michael Price, Vice President, Sales and Distribution, Blackrock Films. This new relationship with House Lights Media continues to strengthen Blackrock Films threshold in the Canadian film, video and online entertainment market.About Blackrock FilmsBlackrock Films is Canadas youngest, savvy independent film company. Just because we are the new kids on the block doesnt mean we dont have experience. Blackrock is the formulation of film distribution experts, advertising executives, and creatives. Blackrock is making its mark on the industry through its grassroots acquisitions, production and distribution of diverse and distinctive filmed entertainment and its unique approach and style of marketing.For further information, please visit www.blackrockfilms.com or email: info_blackrockfilms.comAbout House Lights Media PartnersHouse Lights Media Partners, an emerging leader in distribution for independent and innovative filmmakers, acquires a wide range of original content including narrative films as well as representing existing brands and films for their library. Founded by home video industry veterans, House Lights Media Partners, through its global operation, acquires, develops and distributes home visual entertainment products, online-digital entertainment technologies and filmed entertainment worldwide.For more information, please visit www.houselightsmedia.com or email: communications_houselightsmedia.com
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