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“THE FLYBOYS” SOAR INTO TEMECULA AS THE OPENING NIGHT FILM AT THE 14th ANNUAL TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESITVAL

Festival Announces Exciting and Eclectic Film Line-up for 2008 TVIFF

Temecula, Calif. (August 21, 2008) – The Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival (TVIFF) is proud to kick off its 14th annual event with the opening night screening of “The Flyboys” on September 17 with festivities beginning at 5:30 p.m. Produced and directed by Rocco DeVilliers and starring Stephen Baldwin, Tom Sizemore, Jesse James and Reilly McClendon, the film is a story about two kids from a small town who accidentally stow away aboard an airplane owned by the mob. The filmmakers completed “The Flyboys” on a budget of $2 million dollars. “‘The Flyboys represents quintessential independent filmmaking and storytelling at its best,” said Film Festival Director Jo Moulton, “We are honored to present our festival audience and community with this award-winning feature and hope we can help give this film and its filmmakers the grand showcase it deserves.” “Our final selection of films this year encompasses films from our own backyard all the way to Turkey, Scotland, Germany, the Philippines, India, Kurdistan, France and Africa,” said Steve Montal, director of Programming. “Temecula’s tradition of presenting showcases from leading film institutions around the globe continues this year. Special presentations include films from Independent Feature Project, The American Film Institute, UCLA, USC, Chapman University, Australia Film Radio Television School, Rome Independent Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival Group.” Other films that will be showcased during the festival include “Camille,” “The Last Lullaby” and “Forever Strong.” Starring Sienna Miller and James Franco, “Camille” is a twisted honeymoon adventure surrounding a young couple on their way to Niagara Falls. Tom Sizemore makes a second appearance in a film featured at the fest in the mystery, “The Last Lullaby.” The story revolves around a former hit man struggling to cope with retirement. “Forever Strong,” based on a true story set against the backdrop of high school aged rugby, is written by former Temecula resident David Pliler, produced and directed by former Festival participants, Adam Abel and Ryan Little and stars Sean Faris, Sean Astin and Gary Cole. Celebrating 14 years of excellence in film and music, the Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival (TVIFF) will take place September 17-21 at The Movie Experience 10 at Tower Plaza in downtown Temecula, Calif. The public is invited to see a film, listen to a band, attend a workshop, party in style and mingle with stars during five exciting days when Hollywood and some of the best independent film and music from the US and beyond roll into town to celebrate with Temecula. TVIFF features daily and nightly filmmaker/musician receptions, industry workshops, MusicFest Extravaganzas and a Black Tie Awards Gala hosted by The Pechanga Resort & Casino which wraps up the festival on Sunday, Sept. 21. The year’s prestigious Lifetime and Career Achievement Awards will be presented on Sunday, Sept. 21 to a stellar lineup of honorees, including: award-winning actress, Gena Rowlands, independent music mogul Mike Curb, renowned composer and conductor, Lalo Schifrin, Terry and Cindy Gilmore for their patronage to the arts and The Distinguished Institution Award to IFP.

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THE 14th ANNUAL TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESITVAL ANNOUNCES ECLECTIC GROUP OF ARTISTS SET TO PERFORM DURING THE MUSICFEST EXTRAVAGANZA

Two local bands Fellguard and War Stories among those selected

Temecula, Calif. (August 21, 2008) – The Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival (TVIFF) is excited to announce the 12 music artists selected to perform during the MusicFest Extravaganza at the 14th annual event. The styles represented among the performers ranges from folk, alternative rock, pop, power metal to hip hop among others.

“‘We are thrilled to present such a wide variety of musical acts to our community at the festival,” said Film Festival Director Jo Moulton, “From artists steeped in areas close to home to those with international flair, we feel we have a unique opportunity to expose diverse genres of music to a vast audience.”

Artists confirmed to appear include:

Kirsten Profitt
Love, passion, pain, and loss. These are the subjects of Kirsten's brand of guitar-driven pop/rock. Her songs ache but aren't depressing. They're emotional without melodrama. In both her lyrics and her performance, she conveys a hurting honesty with a sense of hope. For the 2006 Orange County Music Awards, Kirsten won "Best Female Artist" and was nominated for "Best Female Acoustic Live Performer."

FELLGUARD
Hailing from Murrieta, CA the group has fused a unique style similar to the northern European metal style, some call it "Power Metal." They were recently awarded "BEST HIGH SCHOOL BAND 2008" at the INLAND EMPIRE MUSIC AWARDS in January.

War Stories
Temecula-area band War Stories has been through tough times together, which were inspiration for songs on the new album. War Stories reminds some critics of a more melodic Interpol, with better and more distinctive vocals and a shout-out or two to moody '80s new wave.

The Luxury
Since summer 2005, Boston based, The Luxury have been transmitting their brand of British/American rock across the airwaves, over the ether and through the nightclub air with grace and gusto, earning fans around the globe, critical acclaim, award nominations, and radio airplay across the United States.

CONJOB
A potent combination of West Coast cool, hip hop swagger, sweet succulent melodies and big beefy beats, CONJOB has established themselves as one of the top unsigned live acts in Southern California.

Omar Torrez Band
OTB has shared the stage with musical giants, including the Buena Vista Social Club, Jethro Tull, Pancho Sanchez, Susana Baca, and Francisco Aguabella, as well as such underground favorites as Indigenous, B-side Players and Sidestepper. In the latest album, “The Beat Outside”, OTB has seamlessly blended their rock, funk, blues and Latin influences to make original yet radio friendly music.

Freezer Door
North Carolina’s FREEZER DOOR is one of music’s newest faces leaving their mark on the industry. Their self titled single, Freezer Door, is drawing rave reviews from fans and critics alike. The band's blend of pop, rock, and soul culminates into a fresh new sound.

Ali Milner
Canadian artist Milner writes her own material and accompanies herself on the piano. Her work has been noted for her pure voice wrapping itself around grooves that recall the birth of cool. From the land that gave us Krall and Buble, new high school graduate Milner is ready to kick it in gear to play her music to anyone and anybody who’ll listen!

HEY MISTER
This Las Vegas-based quartet comes on strong with killer hooks, irresistible rhythms and sing-along melodies the likes of which are rarely seen rising from the dustbowl of the Vegas Valley.

Olio
Olio produces electrifying, positive music from their studio in Los Angeles. Inspired by everything from Black Sabbath to Barry White these guys stir up an eclectic blend of music from hip-hop to funk, soul to rock and a dash of pop and serve it up nice and hot.

Mesa Drive
You could spend hours comparing Mesa Drive to other Pop/Rock groups like Jimmy Eat World and Maroon 5, but those comparisons would never do the band justice. A four-piece band built on the idea of simple songs with catchy melodies, Utah’s Mesa Drive not only defies stereotypical description; they define a new, unique sound. With their debut release Take What You Want, Mesa Drive blends jazzy rifts and smooth vocals with pop hooks and beats. The effect is infectious.

Starving for Gravity
Hailing from North Dakota, rock band Starving for Gravity’s songs are aggressive but accessible. They have recently worked with multi-platinum producer John “JR” Ryan of “Chicago Kid” Productions (Santana, Lynyrd Skynard, etc.) to record ten new tracks for their latest album “Urgency.”

Celebrating 14 years of excellence in film and music, the Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival (TVIFF) will take place September 17-21 at The Movie Experience 10 at Tower Plaza in downtown Temecula, Calif. The public is invited to see a film, listen to a band, attend a workshop, party in style and mingle with stars during five exciting days when Hollywood and some of the best independent film and music from the US and beyond roll into town to celebrate with Temecula. TVIFF features daily and nightly filmmaker/musician receptions, industry workshops, MusicFest Extravaganzas and a Black Tie Awards Gala hosted by The Pechanga Resort & Casino which wraps up the festival on Sunday, Sept. 21.

The year’s prestigious Lifetime and Career Achievement Awards will be presented on Sunday, Sept. 21 to a stellar lineup of honorees, including: award-winning actress, Gena Rowlands, independent music mogul Mike Curb, renowned composer and conductor, Lalo Schifrin, Terry and Cindy Gilmore for their patronage to the arts and The Distinguished Institution Award to IFP.

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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED: WORLD RENOWNED COMPOSER AND CONDUCTOR LALO SCHIFRIN TO BE HONORED AT THE 14th ANNUAL TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL

Schifrin Scored Classics “Mission Impossible,” “Amityville Horror,” Cool Hand Luke” and “Dirty Harry” among others

Temecula, Calif. (August 19, 2008) - The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) is proud to announce GRAMMY Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated composer Lalo Schifrin as the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for his spectacular body of work and contributions to orchestral, film and television music worldwide. He will be honored at a black tie gala on the festival’s closing night, Sunday, Sept. 21st at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, Calif.

Commenting on the honoree, Film Festival Director Jo Moulton remarked, “We are deeply honored to be able to recognize Mr. Schifrin – a music genius and living legend. His work on ‘Mission Impossible,’ ‘The Alfred Hitchcock Hour,’ ‘Enter The Dragon,’ and ‘Dirty Harry’ has left a remarkable imprint in music history and is some of the most instantly recognizably scores in film and television.”

Lalo Schifrin is a true Renaissance man. As a pianist, composer and conductor, he is equally at home conducting a symphony orchestra, performing at an international jazz festival, scoring a film or television show, or creating works for the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, the London Philharmonic and even The Sultan of Oman. He has written more than 100 scores for films and television. Among the classic scores are “Mission Impossible,” “Mannix,” “The Fox,” “Cool Hand Luke,” “Bullitt,” “Dirty Harry,” “The Cincinnati Kid,” and “Amityville Horror.” Recent film scores include “Tango,” “Rush Hour,” “Rush Hour 2,” “Bringing Down The House,”, “The Bridge of San Luis Rey,” “After the Sunset,” and “Abominable.” To date, Schifrin has won four Grammy Awards (with twenty-one nominations), one Cable ACE Award, and received six Oscar nominations. Among Schifrin’s conducting credits are the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Israel Philharmonic, the Mexico Philharmonic, the Houston Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, the Mexico City Philharmonic, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Orchestra of Saint Luke (New York City), and the National Symphony Orchestra of Argentina.

Past Award Honorees have included such legendary talent as Ray Charles, Smokey Robinson, Karl Malden, Rita Coolidge, Robert Wise, Carl Reiner, Etta James, Michael Madsen, Shirley Jones, John Spencer, Michael York, Louis Gossett Jr., Mary Steenburgen, Dennis Haysbert, Hector Elizondo and Leonard Maltin.

The Festival is scheduled from September 17 - 21, 2008, will screen more than 100 films and showcase 10 music artists from all across America and around the globe, is presented by Cinema Entertainment Alliance, a non-profit arts and education organization dedicated to serving independent world cinema and music. All screenings and music performances will take place at the Movie Experience Theaters at Tower Plaza Center (27531 Ynez Road). Tickets will be available to the general public, August 30, 2008. For more event details, log on to www.tviff.com or call (951) 699-5514.

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TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL & MUSICIANS WORKSHOP PRESENT A MAGICAL EVENING OF MELODIES At the Tower Plaza Shopping Center, AUGUST 17, FROM 4-7 PM

Temecula, Calif. (August 5, 2008) --- Enjoy a magical night of melodies as the Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival and Musician’s Workshop feature performances from the youth orchestra as well as solo performers Sunday, August 17 from 4 – 7 PM at Tower Plaza Shopping Center Center (27531 Ynez Road) outside by the gazebo.  The public is encouraged to bring their own personal seating to the center to relish the evening’s festivities in comfort.  The performances will include selections from popular movie themes, as well as classic and contemporary pieces.

"We are happy to provide a forum to showcase the talented artists of the Musicians Workshop for Temecula Valley residents and have a preview of all the exciting, eclectic and fantastic live music entertainment  the festival has in store for everyone, visitors and residents alike.,” said Jo Moulton, Festival Director.

Jon Laskin, Founder and CEO of Musicians Workshop commented, “We have worked with Jo almost every year of the Film Festival and we are again thrilled to be able to showcase the accomplishments of our Youth Orchestra on Opening Night”.

The evening is a pre-cursor to the 14th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival which takes place next month from Sept. 17 - Sept. 21 will screen over 150 films, showcase the 10 TVIFF best independent music artists of 2008, honor film and music icons at the Black Tie Awards Gala and host over 300 visiting filmmakers and music artists from across America and around the globe. The Musician’s Workshop Youth Orchestra will usher in the Festival’s Opening Night festivities. 

Musicians Workshop, founded in 1998 by Jon and Jane Laskin, has evolved from a simple music education center, to a contemporary Children's After School Performing Arts & Music Education Center for Programs and Events in the Temecula Valley.  The Workshop offers several after school and evening performing arts programs for children ages 3–19 years old with scholarship funds offered to deserving and low & moderate income families.

The 14th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival runs Sept. 17 - Sept. 21, 2008 at the Movie Experience Theaters at Tower Plaza Center and is presented by Cinema Entertainment Alliance, a non-profit arts and education organization dedicated to celebrating world cinema and music. Tickets will be available to the general public Aug. 30, 2008. For more event details, log on to www.tviff.com or call (951) 699-5514.

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AWARD WINNING ACTRESS GENA ROWLANDS, INDEPENDENT MUSIC MOGUL MIKE CURB, AND IFP, THE NATION'S OLDEST AND LARGEST ORGANIZATION OF INDEPENDENT FILMMAKERS TO BE HONORED AT THE 14th ANNUAL TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESITVAL

TVIFF Sets Precedent by Honoring Local Couple Terry and Cindy Gilmore for their
Lifetime Patronage to the Arts and Culture in Temecula Valley

Temecula, Calif. (July 23, 2008) - The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) is proud to announce Academy Award nominated and Emmy Award winning actress Gena Rowlands as the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for her remarkable talent and significant contributions and accomplishments as an Actress in Film and legendary music producer, writer and founder of Curb Records, Mike Curb, as the Lifetime Achievement Award in Music recipient for his substantial body of work and commitment to the art and growth of independent music.  Rowlands and Curb will be honored at a black tie gala on the festival’s closing night, Sunday, Sept. 21st at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, Calif.

Commenting on the honorees, Film Festival Director Jo Moulton remarked, “We are thrilled to recognize critically acclaimed actress Gena Rowlands and her illustrious career and memorable performances in motion pictures.”  She also added, “Mike Curb's creative musical genius and significant contributions to the art and commerce of music are immeasurable. The Gilmore’s consistent support of the arts and their role in the growth and success of our film and music festival is truly amazing.  We are excited to honor these remarkable individuals.”
In addition, Michelle Byrd Executive Director of IFP/NY will be accepting The Distinguished Institutions Awards, on the company’s behalf, for their significant contribution and nurturing of independent film artists. Founded as a satellite program of the 1979 New York Film Festival, the nonprofit IFP has evolved into the nation's oldest and largest organization of independent filmmakers, and also the premier advocate for them. Since its start, IFP has supported the production of 7,000 films and provided resources to more than 20,000 filmmakers-voices that otherwise might not have been heard.  They will also be showcasing 4-5 feature films (IFP NY Lab projects) at the festival.

Commenting on the IFP award, Film Program Director Steve Montal said, “The Independent Feature Project has made a significant contribution to independent filmmaking. IFP's programs, advocacy and publications have helped and inspired thousands of filmmakers to achieve their dreams. We are proud to honor IFP with our Institutional Achievement Award and place them in the company of previous recipients including the American Film Institute and Technicolor."

For the first time ever, the festival will be honoring its first couple – Terry and Cindy Gilmore of Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac with the Lifetime Achievement award for their lifetime patronage of the arts and culture in Temecula Valley.  They have been a supporter of the festival since its inception and have contributed greatly to its growth and success.

Golden Globe and Emmy winning actress Gena Rowlands accomplished career in film and television spans the last 50 years.  Teaming with her husband John Cassavetes, she starred in many productions including Staccato, A Child Is Waiting, Faces, Gloria, Love Streams, Minnie and Moskowitz, She's So Lovely, and A Woman Under the Influence.  More recently she is best known for her work in The Notebook, which was directed by her son Nick Cassavetes, the 2005 thriller The Skeleton Key and Hope Floats opposite Sandra Bullock and Harry Connick Jr.  Her recent television roles have garnered her much acclaim.  She appeared in Mira Nair's HBO movie, Hysterical Blindness for which she won her third Emmy and most recently was nominated for her second Screen Actors Guild for the Lifetime movie What if God Were the Sun?

Mike Curb, California's former lieutenant governor, is one of the most prominent figures in the entertainment world and presides over his own independent record label, one of the largest in the nation, that has launched the careers of numerous stars. During a distinguished career spanning more than 40 years, Curb has earned multi-faceted success as a songwriter, producer and record company owner, covering a wide range of musical styles. As an individual, he has written more than 400 songs, produced 25 gold or platinum-selling records, and received countless music industry awards, including the prestigious Producer of the Year Award from Billboard magazine in 1972. As the founder and Chairman of Curb Records, Curb's company has produced more than 250 No. 1 records and been honored by Billboard magazine as 2001 Country Music Label of the Year and Radio & Records magazine as 2005 Overall Gold Label of the Year. Curb also serves as Chairman of the Mike Curb Family Foundation and Chairman of gospel music powerhouse Word Entertainment, which is Billboard magazine's Overall Top Imprint in that genre for 2006.

Past Award Honorees have included such legendary talent as Ray Charles, Smokey Robinson, Karl Malden, Rita Coolidge, Robert Wise, Carl Reiner, Etta James, Michael Madsen, Shirley Jones, John Spencer, Michael York, Louis Gossett, Jr. and Leonard Maltin.

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CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 14th ANNUAL TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL

Temecula, Calif. (July 10, 2008) --- Be a part of the magic of Hollywood at the 14th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival which takes place Sept. 17 - Sept. 21 by volunteering to work behind the scenes with film and music industry professionals. By becoming part of the festival team, you will work side by side rising new artists as well as established creators in the entertainment industry and have the satisfaction of contributing to the success of Temecula’s world renowned and respected festival. Currently there are open positions for Film Presenters, A/V Techs, Projectionists, Interpreters, Information/Hospitality Suite assist, Box Office/Ticket & Merchandise Sales, Workshops, MusicFest and Festival Office assist, ushers, hosts & hostesses and many others.

"This festival exposes the community to the unique opportunity of networking with film and music executives, emerging artists and Hollywood icons through volunteering,” said Jo Moulton, Festival Director.

Past volunteers have been privy to numerous once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, including winning a Fender guitar and a trip to Ireland to driving music icon Isaac Hayes home from the festival. This is also a chance to receiving free movie screening tickets and a chance to party with the stars. To volunteer, call Kris Dalton 951-699-5514.

The 14th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival runs Sept. 17 - Sept. 21, 2008 at the Movie Experience Theaters at Tower Plaza Center and is presented by Cinema Entertainment Alliance, a non-profit arts and education organization dedicated to celebrating world cinema and music. Tickets will be available to the general public Aug. 30, 2008. For more event details, log on to www.tviff.com or call (951) 699-5514.

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THE TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL’S SNEAK PREVIEW NIGHTS BEGIN AT THE TOWER PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER ON THURSDAY, JUNE 12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Temecula, CA. (May 31, 2008) – Have a hand in the official film selection process of the 14th annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) during the Community Sneak Preview nights at Tower Plaza Shopping Center starting Thursday, June 12 thru Thursday, July 17, 2008, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival is slated for September 17 – 21, 2008 and is currently accepting film and music entries. Enjoy an intimate setting, screen the most recent film submissions, be a film critic and help decide if those films should be accepted into the festival.

The screenings will take place at The Tower Plaza Shopping Center at 27527 Ynez Road (next to Scarcella’s Italian Grill) beginning at 6 p.m. on the following dates:

Thursday, June 12
Thursday, June 19
Thursday, June 26
Thursday, July 3
Thursday, July 10
Thursday, July 17

Keeping with tradition, the festival’s events calendar begins with the Opening Night Festivities on Wednesday, September 17, followed by daily film screenings, nightly filmmaker/musician receptions, film and music industry-related workshops, live MusicFest performances, a Fashion Marketplace, Lifetime and Career Achievement Awards Black Tie Gala, Best of Fest special screening presentations, and much more.

The 14th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival runs Sept. 17 - Sept. 21 at the Movie Experience Theaters at Tower Plaza Shopping Center and is presented by Cinema Entertainment Alliance, a non-profit arts and education organization dedicated to celebrating world cinema and music. Tickets will be available to the general public Sept. 1, 2008. For more event details, log on to www.tviff.com or call (951) 699-5514.

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Congratulations to our 2007 TVIFF Film Competition Winners!!

JURY CHOICE: Best Feature Film - BILLO, LE GRAND DAKHAAR
Director: Laura Muscardin
Producers: The Co Producers
Writers: Marco Bonini, Mbacke Gadji, Laura Muscardin, Lucilla Schiaffino

AUDIENCE CHOICE: Best Feature Film: HEBER HOLIDAY
Writer/Producer/Director: McKay Daines
Writer: Cameron Daines
Producers: Michael Flynn, Brent Geisler

Special Jury Prize (for directing) – Jess Manafort of The Beautiful Ordinary

Special Jury Prize (acting) - Pascal Zullino for Il_Rabdomante (THE WATER DIVINER)

Special Jury Prize (acting) - Douglas Smith for Citizen Duane

Shorts & Animation JURY CHOICE: Best Short Film: A LITTLE LIGHT
Writer/Producer/Director: Ben Zlotucha
Producer: Angie Hamilton
Exec. Producers: Greg Corbin, Michael Sagol, Tom Weissferdt

AUDIENCE CHOICE: Best Short Film: ITSY BITSY
Writer/Producer/Director: David May

JURY CHOICE: Best Animated Film: ONE RAT SHORT
Writer/Director: Alex Weil Exec.
Producer: Chris Byrnes,
Producer: Bryan Godwin

AUDIENCE CHOICE: Best Animated Film: EXACT CHANGE ONLY EXACT CHANGE ONLY
Writer/Director/Producer: Chuck Grieb, Collaborator: Cliff Cramp

Special Jury Prize: THE DESCENDENT
Writer/Director: Bobby Glickert
Producers: Nick Anderson, Bobby Glickert, Rosemary Lambert

Special Jury Prize: ANTES Y DESPUES DE BESAR A MARIA (Before and After Kissing Maria)
Director: Ramon Alos,
Writers: Ramon Alos & Javier Carneros

Special Jury Prize: POP FOUL
Producer/Director: Moon Molson
Exec. Producers: Moon Molson, Geneva Molson, Jennifer Handorf
Writer: Anthony Eleftherion

JURY CHOICE: Best Documentary Film: UNSETTLED
Writer / Director: Adam Hootnick
Producers: Mickey Elkeles, Tony Feizen, Kevin Mangini, Yossy Tessone

AUDIENCE CHOICE: Best Documentary: THE JOURNEY TO PALOMAR
Exec. Producers/Writers/Directors: Robin Mason, Todd Mason

Special Jury Prize: Gulf War Syndrome GULF WAR SYNDROME - KILLING OUR OWN
Director/Executive Producer: Gary Null

Honorable Mention: DAMNED TO HEAVEN
Producers/Directors: Thomas Elliott, Pawel Gula

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13th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival Announces Jury, Audience Prize Winners

Jury Prize Best Picture: Billo, Le Grand Dakhar
Jury Prize Best Documentary: Unsettled
Audience Award Best Feature: Heber Holiday
Audience Award Best Documentary: Journey To Palomar

Temecula, California (September 16, 2007) – The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) announced its Jury Prize and Audience Winners this evening at their star-studded black tie awards gala hosted by The Bold and the Beautiful’s Schae Harrison and featuring appearances by Smokey Robinson and John Landis at the Pechanga Resort & Casino. Festival Executive Director Jo Moulton said “The jury awards selection was very difficult given the wide variety of exceptional films.” Below is a list of the winners:

JURY PRIZE WINNERS:

Shorts & Animation
Best Short Film: A Little Light
A LITTLE LIGHT
USA, 2006, 22min 30sec
Writer/Producer/Director: Ben Zlotucha
Producer: Angie Hamilton
Exec. Producers: Greg Corbin, Michael Sagol, Tom Weissferdt
Life is simple for Ernie, Parking Enforcer extraordinaire. Even gravity ‘flaking out’ and shooting random people into the sky doesn’t knock Ernie off his stride. Then he meets Alex, a no-nonsense beautiful bartender, and all bets are off. He is instantly smitten. Ernie’s life changes forever.

Best Animated Film: One Rat Short
ONE RAT SHORT
USA, 2006, 10 min
Writer/Director: Alex Weil
Exec. Producer: Chris Byrnes
Producer: Bryan Godwin
The mesmerizing ballet of a discarded food wrapper leads a New York subway rat into an adventure of love and loss.

Special Jury Prize: The Descendent
THE DESCENDENT
USA, 2007, 16 min, Chapman University
Writer/Director: Bobby Glickert
Producers: Nick Anderson, Bobby Glickert, Rosemary Lambert
Two hit men are sent on a routine job to take out a target. Everything seems normal as they break into the target’s home, but they soon realize their target is more than it seems.

Special Jury Prize (international film):
Antes y Despues de Besar a Maria
ANTES Y DESPUES DE BESAR A MARIA (Before and After Kissing Maria)
Spain, 2006, 7 min, 35mm
Director: Ramon Alos
Writers: Ramon Alos & Javier Carneros
Before and After Kissing Maria narrates from the point of view of Raul, a 9 yr. old child from a small village in the Spanish countryside, his adventures to kiss Maria, his 12 year old cousin, who, like every summer, has come to the village to spend her holidays.

Special Jury Prize
POP FOUL
Producer/Director: Moon Molson
Exec. Producers: Moon Molson, Geneva Molson, Jennifer Handorf
Writer: Anthony Eleftherion
Cast: Sekuo Laidlow, Danielle K. Thomas, Steven Clark, Keith Bullard

Feature awards:
Best Picture- Billo, Le Grand Dakhaar
BILLO, LE GRAND DAKHAAR
Italy/Senegal, 2006, 110 min, 35mm
Director: Laura Muscardin
Producers: The Co producers
Writers: Marco Bonini, Mbacke Gadji, Laura Muscardin, Lucilla Schiaffino
Billo is a young Senegalese man who smuggles himself to Italy. He has dreams of being a fashion designer and selling his garments to the couture market but ends up, like so many other immigrants, illegally selling CD’s and DVD’s. Billo gets arrested and is then charged with being an Islamic terrorist. He is subsequently released and gets a chance to work in the fashion industry, where he falls in love. But a life and a wife are waiting for him back in Dakar.

Best Documentary Film: Unsettled
UNSETTLED
Writer / Director: Adam Hootnick
Producers: Mickey Elkeles, Tony Feizen, Kevin Mangini, Yossy Tessone
During the Gaza withdrawal, three young Israelis will be forced out from their homes, two soldiers will be sent to evict them, and a one time activist will try to help her country avoid a war. Unsettled is a story about religion and democracy, soldiers and civilians, and the kids on the front lines of a battle where there is no enemy.

Special Jury Prize: Gulf War Syndrome
GULF WAR SYNDROME - KILLING OUR OWN
USA, 2007, 113 min
Director/Executive Producer: Gary Null
US soldiers sent to Iraq have been exposed to deadly chemicals, depleted uranium, and radiation, all causing severe and often irreversible health problems and death, while the government denies it all. Expose' on the truth about the war in Iraq, Gulf War Syndrome, and the secrets the US government is hiding from our soldiers and the world at large.

Honorable Mention: Damned To Heaven
DAMNED TO HEAVEN
Producers/Directors: Thomas Elliott, Pawel Gula
“Damned to Heaven” is the story about a polygamist religious sect located in the southwestern United States on the Utah and Arizona border, headed by self proclaimed prophet, Warren Jeffs. In May 2006, Jeffs was added to the FBI’s most wanted list. He was captured last September, and currently awaits trial in September, 2007, on two counts of first degree felony rape and the arranged marriage of a 14 year old girl to her adult cousin.

Special Jury Prize (for directing) – Jess Manafort of The Beautiful Ordinary
A comedy drama set in the late 90’s on the last day of school for a bunch of suburbanites

Special Jury Prize (acting) - Pascal Zullino for Il_Rabdomante (THE WATER DIVINER)
Special Jury Prize (acting) - Douglas Smith for Citizen Duane.
A comedy drama about a teenager in the small town of Ridgeway, who decides to try and squash years of harassment at the hands of local autocrats by running for Mayor.

AUDIENCE AWARDS WINNERS:

BEST FEATURE FILM
HEBER HOLIDAY
USA, 2007, 95 min
Writer/Producer/Director: McKay Daines
Writer: Cameron Daines
Producers: Michael Flynn, Brent Geisler
Cast: Torrey DeVitto, Erin Chambers, KC Clyde, Jimmy Chunga, Michael Birkeland, Thurl Bailey
The partying lifestyle of ‘high maintenance’ actress Sierra has spun out of control and her notorious on-set temper tantrums forced the director to have her whisked away to a clinic in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah – far from the urban jungle where her every whim is catered to. But she escapes and ends up in the small town of Heber, Utah. There she meets and gets to know the townspeople of Heber, and learns some of life’s most important lessons and simple pleasures. In doing so, she discovers who she really is inside, what really is important in life, and romance.

BEST DOCUMENTARY
THE JOURNEY TO PALOMAR Presented by Palomar Observatory
USA, 2006, 38 min 24 sec
Exec. Producers/Writers/Directors: Robin Mason, Todd Mason
Five years in the making, the film traces the story of astronomer George Ellery Hale, considered the Father of Astrophysics, as he struggles personally and professionally to build the greatest telescopes of the 20th century at the Yerkes and Mount Wilson Observatories, and finally the 20-year effort to build the million-pound telescope on Palomar Mountain in the 1930’s. Hale’s observatories revolutionized our understanding of the universe, making headlines throughout the 20th century with revelations such as Edwin Hubble’s 1929 discovery of the expansion of the universe. The documentary includes rare archival footage and interviews with America’s top scientists and historians.

BEST SHORT
ITSY- BITSY
USA, 2006, 8 min 30 sec, Chapman University
Writer/Producer/Director: David May
Cast: Amanda Zarr, Brett Simmons
Until David discovered a Goliath bird eating a spider in his kitchen, the only thing he feared was marriage.

BEST ANIMATION
EXACT CHANGE ONLY
USA, 2007, 2 min 45 sec
Writer/Director/Producer: Chuck Grieb
Collaborator: Cliff Cramp
The toll booth barrier is down; Lyle, in his ridiculously small car, cannot pass. Traffic stops, horns honk, and the world turns angry, but our mild-mannered hero has no change! It only takes one small choice, just one person, to reach out and provide the small sacrifice that will redeem the day.

In addition to announcing the festival winners, TVIFF presented awards to icons in film and music that have made significant career contributions in their fields. The awards went to soul and R&B legend Smokey Robinson, Rising star Kay Panabaker, acclaimed film actor Michael Madsen, film educator Robert Rosen, patroness of the arts Eve Craig, film composer Christopher Young, and Technicolor, the legendary company that brought color to the movies more than 90 years ago.

Smokey Robinson – Lifetime Achievement Award in Music
Kay Panabaker – Rising Star Award
Michael Madsen – Outstanding Career Achievement in Acting
Robert Rosen - Lifetime Achievement Award for Significant Contributions to Education and Film Preservation.
Eve Craig - Lifetime Achievement Award for Significant Contributions to the Advancement of the Arts and Culture in Temecula Valley.
Christopher Young - Outstanding Career Achievement in Film Composing.
Technicolor - Distinguished Institution Award.

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Festival Highlights

You are cordially invited to cover four days of movies, music and fun! Below, please see the festival highlights!

For more information and a full film lineup, please visit: www.tviff.com Press Materials can be picked up 9am – 11pm during the festival:

Hospitality Suite, Movie Experience, Tower Plaza
27531 Ynez Rd
Temecula, CA
Press Contact: Hilary Carver, mobile (310) 717 9592, hcarver@platformgrp.com

Festival Highlights Include:

US Premiere of “Greetings from the Shore”
Opening Night Wednesday, September 12, 2007 5:00 pm Movie Experience, Tower Plaza
An all-star vintage car parade, red carpet welcome with the up and coming stars of the film Kim Shaw and “One Life to Live’s” David Fumero, movie premiere and after party.

Film Highlights
Thursday, September 13, 2007 – Sunday, September 16, 2007

World Premiere of A Modern Twain Story: The Prince and the Pauper starring Cole and Dylan Sprouse.

Special Feature Presentation of National Lampoon’s Bag Boy: A riotous love story set in the hyper-competitive world of professional grocery bagging. The film stars Brooke Shields and Dennis Farina.

Heber Holiday: The partying lifestyle of “high maintenance” actress Sierra has spun out of control and forced the director of to have her whisked away to a clinic in the Wasatch Mountains in Utah – far from the urban jungle where her every whim is catered to.

Dalai Lama Renaissance: Forty of the world’s most innovative thinkers travel to India in the Himalayan Mountains to meet with the Dalai Lama to solve many of the world’s problems. Narrated by Harrison Ford

Incest: A Family Tragedy: An in-depth look on the dark and secret world of incest, This documentary explores the behavior of those commit the crime, how it affects the victims, what police can and cannot accomplish, the history of incest and what can be done to stop it.

The Journey to Palomar: A film set in our very own Southern California. It’s a fascinating film about George Ellery Hale, considered the father of astrophysics, as he struggles personally and professionally to build the greatest telescopes of the 20th century at the Yerkes and Mount Wilson Observatories and finally the 20-year effort to build the million-pound telescope on Palomar Mountain in the 1930’s.

Musicfest Extravaganza
Friday, September 14, 2007 – Saturday, September 15, 2007 Music Experience, Tower Plaza
Two days of great music featuring the top up and coming, unsigned artists of 2007 TVIFF

A STATIC LULLABY - Come September 15, this intense, explosive, hardcore alternative hard rock quintet from Chino Hills, California will pay TVIFF’s MUSICFEST Main Stage a visit and perform before our international audience of filmmakers and fellow music artists from across America and around the world!

David Thiele- Music Connection’s “Hottest Unsigned Artists” two years in a row!

After Midnight Project- a combination of pop, soul and rock that have created comparisons to Incubus, Nine Inch Nails and Smashing Pumpkins.

Workshops and Panels from the Industry’s Best
Saturday, September 15, 2007 – Sunday, September 16, 2007 Movie Experience, Screening Room 5

Music in Film—See & Hear the How & Why The special panel highlights how different music affects a scene using visuals and discussions on the process of music choices in film projects. Panelists include: Richard Glasser (Golden Globe Nominee for The Shipping News), Richard Glasser (music supervisor for Academy Award Winning film Crash), and many others!

Speed Networking: 1 on 1 Meetings with the Music Pros A group of Film Music professions are ready to meet you one-on-one! Sessions of 15-minutes each with music supervisors, composers, publishers, and licensing specialists for you to learn all you need about the industry!

Strategic PR & Marketing for Filmmakers and Musicians All you need to know about the most cost effective means of marketing your film and/or music.

Black Tie Awards Gala
Sunday, September 16, 2007 Pechanga Resort & Casino Ballroom
Star-studded black tie affair honoring music legend Smokey Robinson, Rising star Kay Panabaker, acclaimed film actor Michael Madsen, film educator Robert Rosen, patroness of the arts Eve Craig, film composer Christopher Young, and Technicolor, the legendary company that brought color to the movies more than 90 years ago

Tours and Attractions

Hosted Film & Location Scouting
Thursday, September 13, 2007
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Price: Free Tour Includes Lunch
Scout Southern California’s best kept secret, Temecula Valley. From railroad town to modern city, the story of Temecula is rich and varied. Don’t miss your chance to explore Temecula’s 10,000 acres of scenic beauty.

Temecula Valley Wine Tasting
Friday, September 14, 2007 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Price: $20.00 Tour Includes Wine Tasting and Lunch
Visit 3 of our 30 Award Winning Temecula Wineries. Experience wine tasting and food pairing in a unique outdoor setting. Come enjoy a Southern California wine experience. Rolling hills covered with vineyards, expansive views reaching to 11,000-foot high mountains, air swept by ocean breezes, and world-class wines make the Temecula Valley Wine Country an exciting place to visit. Wine quality, mirrored by high awards in major wine competitions, shows that Temecula has become one of the preeminent wine grape growing areas in California.

Casinos

The excitement of Vegas, plus everything for an ultimate Casino experience is right here in the Temecula Valley. We have lots of casino action…if your game is slots, blackjack, poker, craps or roulette, we have something fun for everyone. From state-of-the-art poker rooms to large non-smoking gaming floors, we have what you need to get the action started. You will also find fabulous cuisine, nightly entertainment and top-name headliners.

Recreation

Golf…Golf and more Golf! The region boasts 153 holes at eight golf courses, including seven championship courses. They feature some of the best designs and most intriguing fairways and greens. Give your game a tune-up with professional golf instruction and first class practice facilities. If you are looking for your best game of golf, search no more…you’ve found it in the Temecula Valley.

Hot air ballooning…is one of the most fascinating and unique attractions in the Temecula Valley Wine Country. Your adventure begins at sunrise while you watch the inflation and preparation of the balloon. Flights are typically 60 – 75 minutes in duration and a certified pilot will act as a tour guide, identifying points of interest and answer questions. Once back on the ground, you will be offered a continental breakfast including champagne and time to reflect on the wonderful experience. Flights are available 7 days a week, year ‘round, weather permitting and reservations are required. Special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and wedding proposals are also perfect reasons to commemorate that special day.

Guided Tours and Transportation…are just a phone call away with services that pick-up and drop-off at your door for any size group. Tours may include coordination, round-trip transportation, winery tours, wine tasting, and food service ranging from a romantic picnic lunch to gourmet winemaker dinners. Take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage, a private limousine or a 20 passenger limo bus. You’re sure to be inspired with an unforgettable tour of the Temecula Valley.

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13TH Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival Announces its Complete Line-up of Award Recipients at the 2007 Fest

MUSIC LEGEND SMOKEY ROBINSON, FILM STAR MICHAEL MADSEN, FILM PRESERVATIONIST, EDUCATOR ROBERT ROSEN, LOCAL ARTS PATRON EVE CRAIG AND TECHNICOLOR

RISING STAR KAY PANABAKER ROUNDS UP THE STELLAR LIST OF CAREER ACHIEVEMENT HONOREES

Temecula, California (September 5th , 2007) – The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) has announced the award recipients and presenters for the Festival taking place on September 12-16, 2007. The Festival presents these prestigious awards upon icons in film and music that have made significant career contributions in their fields. The awards will go to soul and R&B legend Smokey Robinson, Rising star Kay Panabaker, acclaimed film actor Michael Madsen, film educator Robert Rosen, patroness of the arts Eve Craig, film composer Christopher Young, and Technicolor, the legendary company that brought color to the movies more than 90 years ago. The star-studded black tie affair takes place at the Pechanga Resort & Casino Ballroom on September 16th, 2007 at 5:00 pm.

Smokey Robinson – Lifetime Achievement Award in Music - Once hailed by Bob Dylan as “America’s greatest living poet,” acclaimed singer-songwriter’s career spans over four decades of hits. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Robinson founded The Miracles while still in high school. He is famous for creating sweet, soulful sounds including: “Shop Around;” “Tears of a Clown;” and “I Second That Emotion.” In addition to writing and singing hits, Robinson also found prodigious success as a music executive; he became Vice President of Motown Records and produced numerous hits for other Motown greats including The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Mary Wells. He later turned to a solo career where he triumphed with such hits as “Cruisin’,” “Quiet Storm (which launched a music genre which persists to this day),” and “Just to See Her” and remained VP of Motown Records until the sale of the company to MCA in 1988.

Kay Panabaker – Rising Star Award - The very first award of it’s kind presented by the festival, this honor be given to the award-winning actress who, at the tender age of 17, is not only a veteran of television, stage, and film, but also holds a college degree! After guest-starring roles in shows including "ER", "7th Heaven", and "Angel", in 2003 Kay was cast as Nikki Westerly on the drama "Summerland", and that necessitated a move to sunny California. Kay was singled out for her performance in the show with a Young Artist Award for "Best Performance by a Leading Young Actress in a TV Series - Comedy or Drama". Kay has since been seen on TV shows "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation", "Medium" and "Phil of the Future", as well as two Disney Channel Original Movies, "Life is Ruff" and "Read It and Weep," which also starred her sister, Danielle. She was seen in 2007 in the feature film "Nancy Drew", playing George, who fans of the books will recognize as one of Nancy's best friends. Upcoming films include a Lifetime movie to air in September, "Moondance Alexander" in theaters in October, and later "The Prince & the Pauper" (premiering at this year’s Temecula Festival) and "Rails & Ties".

Michael Madsen – Outstanding Career Achievement in Acting -- Just as his credits run the gamut from the hippest of cult films to the biggest studio blockbusters, his characters transcend beyond both ends of the spectrum. He is the ear-slicing Mr. Blonde in Quentin Tarantino’s “Reservoir Dogs,” dancing and humming to the tune “Stuck in the Middle with You;” the deviant killer in THE “Getaway” with Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin; the psycho killer in John Dahl’s “Kill Me Again;” the Mafia family captain Sonny Black in “Donnie Brasco” with Al Pacino and Johnny Depp; the over-the-top cop in “Mulholland Falls;” and the hard-core government operative in “Species.” Madsen reunited with Quentin Tarantino for the first time in over ten years as “Budd” (aka Sidewinder) in Tarantino’s new blockbuster “Kill Bill, Volume 2” with Uma Thurman, David Carradine, Darryl Hannah, and Lucy Liu among others. Madsen also appeared in “Sin City,” Robert Rodriguez’s adaptation of Frank Miller’s stories based on the fictional town of Sin City alongside Josh Hartnett, Bruce Willis, Brittany Murphy, Elijah Wood and others. Defying the definition of the “stereotypical Hollywood actor,” whether in front of a camera or behind the scenes, there’s only one simple way to describe Michael Madsen. He personifies the word “cool.”

Robert Rosen - Lifetime Achievement Award for Significant Contributions to Education and Film Preservation. Rosen is the Dean of UCLA’s prestigious School of Theater, Film and Television. He served as Founding Director of UCLA’s Film & Television Archive, guiding its growth from a small study collection to the world’s largest university-based holding of original film and television materials, second only to the US Library of Congress. With Martin Scorsese he organized The Film Foundation, an organization committed to film preservation and saving our motion picture heritage for future generations.

Eve Craig - Lifetime Achievement Award for Significant Contributions to the Advancement of the Arts and Culture in Temecula Valley. Known as the consummate “Patroness of The Arts and Volunteerism,” Eve Craig has played a significant role in the promotion and preservation of the arts and history of Temecula. Not only has she chaired the Temecula Arts Festival over the years, she has also served as President of the Arts Council and as President of the Hollywood Bowl Patroness Committee in her early career.

Christopher Young - Outstanding Career Achievement in Film Composing. Renowned music composer, Christopher Young, has scored 85 feature films and is regarded as one of Hollywood’s most prolific and significant film composers. His credits include “Spider Man 3”, “Entrapment” and “The Hurricane”.

Technicolor - Distinguished Institution Award - one of Hollywood’s most recognized icons, will receive the Distinguished Institution Award at TVIFF this year. Past recipients have included the American Film Institute and Without a Box. Since bringing color to motion pictures 90 years ago, Technicolor has evolved into a global and diversified corporation that is now considered the preeminent worldwide provider of services to the media and entertainment industries. With clients including DreamWorks SKG, New Line Cinema, Paramount, Sony Pictures Entertainment Universal, Twentieth Century Fox, The Walt Disney Company, and Warner Bros. Pictures, Technicolor is a living Hollywood legend and continues to be a pioneer in the media and entertainment industries.

Historically, TVIFF has had the honor of hosting dozens of distinguished guests over the years including (in alphabetical order): SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER director John Badham; the legendary Ray Charles; USC Film School Dean Elizabeth Daley; Ted Danson; Hector Elizondo; AFI Executive Director Jean Picker Firstenberg; producer Lucas Foster; The Sundance Film Festival’s Program Director Geoffrey Gilmore; Louis Gossett, Jr.; producer Howard Gordon; Isaac Hayes; Dennis Haysbert; Etta James; Shirley Jones; MY COUSIN VINNY’S Jonathan Lynn; Karl Malden; Entertainment Tonight’s Leonard Maltin; Adrian Paul; Billy Preston; film composers Steve Dorff, Trevor Rabin and John Ottman; Carl Reiner; Rick Schroeder; William Shatner; The West Wing’s late star John Spencer and Martin Sheen; Mary Steenburgen; director Bryan Singer; Diane Warwick and Robert Wise.

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TVIFF Announces the Rockin' Bands Set to Perform at the 2007 MusicFest

Temecula, California (August, 27, 2007) -- The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) is excited to announce the smörgåsbord of musical artists performing this year. The electrifying music heats up the valley from September 12-16, 2007 at the courtyard of Tower Plaza. Check back for specific days and times.

SHANNON CURTIS
Friday, Sept. 14, 7PM
When she was 7, her piano teacher told her she played like a boy. Today, Shannon still kills her piano and delivers a vocal performance that is, in her signature style, intimate and powerful. The Los Angeles Times describes Shannon as a “beautiful piano player who sounds like the love child of Fiona Apple and Norah Jones.” As a performer, she endears her audience with her affable charm and humor. As a songwriter, she is candid and unafraid.

MICHAEL TIERNAN
Friday, Sept. 14, 7:35PM
It’s hard to believe that just a few years ago Michael was a young seminarian studying at the Vatican, raising the ire of his superiors by playing gigs in the Italian pubs. Just a year away from being ordained, Michael left that calling for a higher one: his life long love for music. Today, he’s one of West Coast’s hottest songwriters/ performers. Drawing comparisons ranging from James Taylor to Counting Crows to Woodie Guthrie, his music is a unique brand of acoustic guitar-centric blending of folk, rock, pop, soul and bluegrass.

SECOND MOVEMENT
Friday, Sept. 14, 8:05pm
Formed in 2003, this jazz-funk 5-pc band from New York City has emerged as an energetic and original voice within the jazz and jamband scenes. Second Movement’s mission is to create music that lends itself to a danceable environment. It’s no coincidence their hard-driving funky jazz sound works the groove to fill the dance floor with bopping bodies! Second Movement’s music is the kind that must be heard and experience in a live setting. The compositional detail, the rhythmic focus, the burning solos – everything you hear on their recordings take on an even greater intensity during their live shows. The result is deeply gratifying, if not ecstatic – an exchange of positive, creative energies on a fundamental human level.

MIGGS
Friday, Sept. 14, 8:35PM
One of San Francisco’s top indie bands, MIGGS blends musical genres and moves from alt/rock to emo to pop and classic melodic rock with grace and ease. Heartfelt lyrics, memorable live shows, catchy hooks, and vocal harmonies captivate MIGGS fans everywhere.

THE CONS
Friday, Sept. 14, 9:05PM
With their matching modish tailored suits, combined with bright, layered vocals reminiscent of the British Invasion sound of the 60’s and early American art/punk rock of the Velvet underground , The Cons play their music with a confident, classic undeniable vibe.

THE DIVINE MADNESS
Friday, Sept. 14, 9:35PM
A cinematic Rock/Goth with style, Divine Madness draws its inspiration from such diverse influences as 80’s New Wave, Brit Rock, classical music, and film composers such as Danny Elfman. They have carved out a distinct sound of angelic vocals with epic choruses, cinematic alt/rock/classical instrumentation, electronic touches and a sensual gothic feel.

KANDACE FERREL
Saturday, Sept. 15, 6:30PM
This 19 year old is the complete ‘package.’ She can write, play the guitar, keyboards, and without a doubt, she can belt out songs like there’s no tomorrow. With powerful pipes, aggressive tunes, and sophisticated instrumentation, Kandace delivers with incredible stage presence wherever she performs.

TIM MILLER
Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:00PM
Texan native Tim Miller learned to play the flute when he was in fifth grade. In sixth grade, he got bored with the flute and switched to guitar. He wrote his first song in eighth grade. He hasn’t stopped writing, performing, and delighting audiences with fresh original music since.

GHOST
Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:35PM
Ghost’s eclectic mix of ultra funk, soul and hip hop, combined with their full throttle, in your face performances, no doubt has set ablaze their string of sold out shows in Los Angeles’s The Gig, The Viper Room, the Whiskey, The Key Club, and more. Ghost presents an intriguing blend of funk and hip-hop that incorporates a modern take on the Check Your Head-era Beastie Boys and Brand New Heavies with Sly & the Family Stone-style choruses. There's also a taste of dance-hall reggae thrown in for good measure. Their arrangements are tight, never allowing the hip hop elements to over shadow the funk, and vice versa. Ghost’s balanced style is energetic, fun and pretty potent.

MR. MAJESTIC
Saturday, Sept. 15, 8:05PM
“Music is life.” For Majestic, that saying couldn’t be more than true. Influenced by Dennis Brown, Bob Marley and his aunt, Music has always been a part of this Jamaican native’s life. Majestic describes his music as an upbeat Roots Reggae Vibe with a fusion of Hip Hop, R&B and Rock.

LEMON SUN
Saturday, Sept. 15, 8:35PM
Lemon Sun entwine a mélange of glamourous rock and roll, the innovation of indie rock, a rush of Motown soul, and whimsical tinges of psychedelia. This 3-lads and a gal 4-piece Los Angeles based band has steadily built a name and following for their energetic brand of rock and roll. With their toe tapping vocal harmonies and catchy hooks, Lemon Sun carries and wears that elusive and enviable natural x-factor down pat!

DAVID THIELE
Saturday, Sept. 15, 9:05PM
A Chicago native, David migrated to L.A. in 2003 to pursue a music career. Since then, he’s self-produced his own album, won multiple songwriting awards, placed music on network TV shows (Cold Case, High School Reunion, etc.) and was named one of Music Connection’s “Hottest Unsigned Artists” two years in a row. David’s work in Nashville writing songs for BMG Publishing helped hone his craft for writing tasteful melodies and heart gripping hooks. In the fall, he will be debuting his first major label album, “Beautiful Mess.”

AFTER MIDNIGHT PROJECT
Saturday, Sept. 15, 9:35 PM
Formed in 2004, this 5-piece band has not looked back. Jason, TJ, Dan, Christian, and Spencer come together to mesh an intriguing combination of pop, soul, and rock that have created comparisons to Incubus, Nine Inch Nails, and Smashing Pumpkins. 2006 was a phenomenal year for AMP, what with ringtone deals and music licensed by ABC, MTV, and NBC, in addition to a single licensed to X-BOX video game “Prey”, with 2.2 million gamers rocking to their music.

JUPITER
Saturday, Sept. 15, 10:05PM
While the alternative rock and pop rock influence can be heard from this 5-piece band, their rich textured lyrics and great vocals combined are what makes Jupiter’s sound garner them ‘U-2 meets Depeche Mode’ comparisons. Jordan, Evan, Aaron, Jimmy and Ken—all together as Jupiter, have created powerful and fresh blend of rock and pop.

SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY:
A STATIC LULLABY

Intense…Explosive
Hardcore alternative hard rock band
These are adjectives that come up when describing
A STATIC LULLABY.

Come September 15, this intense, explosive, hardcore alternative hard rock quintet from Chino Hills, California will pay TVIFF’s MUSICFEST Main Stage a visit and perform before our international audience of filmmakers and fellow music artists from across America and around the world!

A STATIC LULLABY
kicks in to rock
TVIFF MUSICFEST MAIN STAGE
Saturday, Sept, 15, 10:25PM!

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TVIFF Announces Its Official 2007 Film Lineup

Opening Film - Greetings From The Shore!!!

Temecula, California (August, 16, 2007) -- The Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) is proud to announce the most diverse array of films in years - from another hilarious National Lampoon comedy to a documentary that takes a serious look at the pharmaceutical companies behind AIDS drugs. Not only is there a wide variety of films, TVIFF prides itself in the diverse amount of films all the way from the land down under to the white beaches of Uruguay. The festival runs from September 12-16, 2007 at the courtyard of Tower Plaza.

Opening Night Film
Wednesday, Sept. 12, 5PM, the Movie Experience @ Tower Plaza
(Note: Opening Night Festivities start at 5PM. Actual screening will start 5:45PM)

GREETINGS FROM THE SHORE
USA, 2007, 118 minutes, US Premiere
Writer/Director: Greg Chwerchak
Writer/Producer: Gabrielle Berberich
Exec. Producer: Robert I. Schulman
Co- Producer: Gregory Charles Schaefer

Cast
Kim Shaw
Paul Sorvino
David Fumero
Jay O. Sanders
Andrew Shaifer
Lars Arentz-Hansen
Gideon Emery
Ron Geren

Still reeling from the death of her father, a young girl spends one last summer at the Jersey Shore before heading off to college. But when her plans fall apart, the girl stumbles into a mysterious world of Russian sailors, high stakes gambling and unexpected love.

Download Complete Press Release to view Selected Films

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13th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFF) Unspools September 12-16, 2007; Announces Call for Entries for Filmmakers & Bands

Temecula, CA (March 21, 2007) -- For over a decade, filmmakers and musicians from across America and around the globe come to Temecula every September to enjoy and participate in the celebration of the two most influential, most enduring, and most entertaining art forms: film and music. Now in its thirteenth year, TVIFF is preparing to roll again this September 12-16, 2007 at The Movie Experience 10 at Tower Plaza Theatres, located at 25735 Ynez Road in Temecula. TVIFF’s tradition of presenting excellence in film and music has featured emerging styles from North America and more than twenty countries around the world—and this year will build on that eclectic, selective legacy. Today, the festival is officially announcing its call for film and music submissions.

The festival is open to domestic and international films in five categories: Features; Shorts; Documentaries; Animation; and Student Films. To be eligible, a film entry must have been completed in 2005, 2006 or 2007. All film entries must be submitted on DVD to be considered for selection. All genres and film lengths are welcome. Films compete for juried and audience awards.

The music competition component of TVIFF showcases the musical vision and artistic wizardry of talented individuals and groups from across America and the world. Emerging, up-and-coming unsigned performing artists and bands of all genres of music--from rock, jazz, pop, hip-hop, r&b to latin, country, folk, and world—are welcome.

Filmmakers and musical artists can submit entries online by logging on to www.withoutabox.com for film and www.sonicbids.com for music. The entry fee, modest at $25 per film ($10 for students), has not increased since 1995. The deadline for both film and music entries is June 30th 2007. Entrants can also download applications at www.tviff.com.

The Festival’s social calendar starts with Opening Night Festivities September 12, followed by daily and nightly filmmaker/musician receptions; industry workshops; a Lifetime and Career Achievement Awards Black Tie Gala; wine tasting tours, “Best of Fest” presentations and much more. And all the excitement happens against the colorful backdrop of the exquisite Temecula Valley, a year-round destination where genteel horse farms and world-class wineries share the picturesque landscape alongside Wild West theme towns and Southern California’s most expansive gaming destination, Pechanga Resort and Casino.

TVIFF has had the privilege of honoring and hosting dozens of distinguished guests over the years, including (in alphabetical order): SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER director John Badham; Academy Awards producer Gil Cates; the legendary Ray Charles; USC Film School Dean Elizabeth Daley; Ted Danson; Stephen Dorff; Hector Elizondo; AFI Executive Director Jean Pickering Firstenberg; producer Lucas Foster Robert Forster; The Sundance Film Festival’s Program Director Geoffrey Gilmore; Louis Gossett, Jr.; producer Howard Gordon; Isaac Hayes; Dennis Haysbert; Etta James; Shirley Jones; MY COUSIN VINNY’S Jonathan Lynn; Karl Malden; Entertainment Tonight’s Leonard Maltin; Adrian Paul; Billy Preston; film composers Steve Dorff, Trevor Rabin and John Ottman; Carl Reiner; Rick Schroeder; William Shatner; The West Wing’s late star John Spencer and Martin Sheen; Mary Steenburgen; director Bryan Singer; Dionne Warwick; and Robert Wise.

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