[BlackTree TV - Los Angeles] Now for those of you that have been following along and really watching movies over the years, you all have probably noticed that black movies more often than not run at the first quarter of the year. Some say they like to "get us out the way". 2012 will be no different with a slate of movies that will be hitting theaters staring some brothers and sisters that we are all familiar with. One of the better films out the crop will be Think Like a Man, losely based off of the popular Steve Harvey book that has some newcomers to the screen like Ms. Keri Hilson along with screen veterans like Michael Ealy and Academy Award Nominee Taraji P. Henson. The trailer was just let out yesterday and our friends at Sony Pictures let us get a sneak peek to share with the BlackTree TV audience.... enjoy

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[BlackTree TV - Los Angeles] As the record breaking franchise Twilight winds down with Breaking Dawn Part 1, the young stars who made their name in this coming of age love story staring vampires and werewolves find themselves and their careers growing up in front of the camera. In this candid conversation with new megastar Kristen Stewart, Shawn Edwards ask Kristen how she is managing the stardom. Forever is only the beginning... The highly anticipated fourth installment of The Twilight Saga, directed by Academy Award® winner Bill Condon, THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN - PART 1 illuminates the secrets and mysteries of this spellbinding romantic epic that has entranced millions. In The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1, Bella (Kristen Stewart) and Edward (Robert Pattinson), plus those they love, must deal with the chain of consequences brought on by their ornate nuptials, a romantic honeymoon, and the tumultuous birth of their child... which brings an unforeseen and shocking development for Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner). With more of the romance, passion, intrigue, courage, and action that made Twilight, The Twilight Saga: New Moon, and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse international blockbusters, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1 begins the conclusion of the universally adored tale of love, boundless friendship, sacrifice, acceptance, and finding your true self. Based on Stephenie Meyer's bestselling book series, the novels and films constitute a full-blown cultural <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv BlackTree TV's Ameerah Banks hit the red carpet for the World Premier of Jackass 3D last week at the world famous Chinese Grauman Theater in Hollywood, CA. All the stars of Jackass was their including some fans of the show. Check out some exclusive coverage Paramount Pictures and MTV Films Present a Dickhouse production, "Jackass 3D." Produced by Jeff Tremaine, Spike Jonze and Johnny Knoxville, and directed by Jeff Tremaine. Johnny Knoxville and his buddies are up to their daredevil comic antics again. And this time they're coming at ya' in 3D.

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Will Arnett (Lou Redwood) Will Arnett has been an extremely busy man of late. In the last year Arnett was seen opposite Will Ferrell, Jon Heder and his wife Amy Poehler in the figure skating comedy "Blades of Glory." He also recently starred in "Brothers Solomon" opposite Will Forte. In addition, Arnett lent his voice to the 20th Century Fox animated sequel "Ice Age 2: The Meltdown" and co-starred opposite Robin Williams in "RV", the family road trip comedy directed by Barry Sonnenfeld. Arnett is currently attached to star in "Most Likely to Succeed" for Universal, "Dad Can't Lose" and "Get 'Em Wet" for Paramount, as well as "The Ambassador" for Dreamworks and Paramount, which he will also executive produce. He also soon will be heard as a voice in the highly anticipated animated comedy "Horton Hears a Who" which will be released in March 2008. Arnett recently earned his first Emmy nomination for his work on the critically acclaimed Fox sitcom "Arrested Development," where he portrayed "Gob Bluth." The show also garnered an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series for its final season. The series previously earned a Golden Globe nomination and won an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series in its first season. The show also gained a cult-like following of loyal fans. Before "Arrested Development," Arnett was a regular on the NBC comedy series "The Mike O'Malley Show." His additional television credits include guest-starring roles on "Sex and the City," "The Sopranos <b>...</b>

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BlackTree Media has covered the most memorable events around the world in 2011. From the awards show like the Grammys , Sag , Emmys , Latin Grammy's and NBA all stars just to name a few. We also covered some of the movies that grossed tons of money in the box office, movies like Twilight and Harry Potter. We didn't stop there we even flew to Brazil and Russia to cover Fast 5 and Transformers 3 which also made a significant impact in the box office . We also had to covered events that were held by our strong ladies in Hollywood , like the Essence lunch in. BlackTree Media also took it to the streets in 2011 covering the Occupied Movement to following stars that feed the homeless and wanted to make a difference in the community. We were honored to be able to provide the hottest entertainment news in Hollywood as well as around the world , we look forward to another year of

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Ironically I was editing this piece when I got word that Teena Marie passed suddenly of a heart attack, and while it hurt my heart to hear it, as I turned on my copy of Portugeese Love, I realized that she will always be here through her music. Teena Marie died today at 54 when her daughter found her dead at her home of an apparent heart attack. ; more details to come. The four times grammy nominated, Mary Christine Brockert had a strong African-American influence from her godmother. Blessed with the gift of music at a young age, the Santa Monica, California native grew up in the historically African-American enclave of Oakwood in westside Los Angeles. Raised on Motown music and Singing Harry Belafonte music by age two, Ms. Marie's self-professed "Gift from God" would become fine-tuned as the years progressed. As a child, she had an acting role on The Beverly Hillbillies, credited as Tina Marie Brockert. She also sang at the wedding of actor Jerry Lewis's son when she was 10 years old. Marie worked briefly at Mar Vista's Pup 'n' Taco in the mid 1970s while attending Venice High School, where she joined the Summer Dance Production, and also had a role in the school's production of The Music Man.[5] In a recent television interview she noted she drove a Chevy Vega during this period. A BlackTree Media Production Segment Journalist Deserrae Mitchell footage shot October 2010 www.blacktree.tv

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www.blacktree.tv Actor and Philanthropist Karyn Parsons Hosts Fundraiser for Sweet Blackberry Parsons' Non-Profit Foundation, Sweet Blackberry, Is Committed To Bringing Little Known Stories of African-American Achievement to Children (Los Angeles, CA) Writer, Producer and Actor Karyn Parsons, mostly known for her role on the acclaimed show, "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air", hosts a fundraiser for her foundation, Sweet Blackberry March 12th at the private estate of Academy Award-winning actor Jamie Foxx. Sweet Blackberry shares tales about African American culture and history...about the many fascinating and often unrecognized men and women whose legends are brought back to life in the stories we tell. Its mission is to get these stories to children everywhere-particularly those growing up in situations of poverty, racial and ethnic minorities, or youth at-risk of gang involvement -- have no experience or little exposure to systemic, proactive and targeted positive media that is rooted in education and culture. There are nearly 16 million US households with children under five years-old. When Karyn was growing up (around the age of five), her mother, a librarian in South Central Los Angeles, would often share stories with her daughter of African-American accomplishment. Among these was the true story of Henry "Box" Brown, a slave who mailed himself to freedom. Henry was shipped by wagon, boat and train from Virginia to Philadelphia. When the box was opened, he became a free <b>...</b>

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2008 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 NOKIA THEATRE LA LIVE HOST: Jimmy Kimmel PERFORMERS: Alicia Keys, Annie Lennox, Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Coldplay, Jonas Brothers, Kanye West, Leona Lewis, Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus, Natasha Bedingfield, Ne-Yo, New Kids on the Block, P!nk, Pussycat Dolls, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, The Fray and more surprises. PRESENTERS: Akon, Aretha Franklin (Presenting Best R&B Female), Ashley Tisdale, Billy Ray Cyrus, Colbie Caillat, Dancing with the Stars finalists, David Archuleta, David Cook, Demi Lovato, Enrique Iglesias, Jesse McCartney, Joe Perry (Presenting Artist of the Year), Jordin Sparks, Julianne Hough, Kate Walsh, LL Cool J, Motley Crue, Nick Lachey, Nickelback, Paris Hilton, Scott Weiland, Shailene Woodley, Steven Tyler (Presenting Artist of the Year), T-Pain, Terrence Howard, The-Dream and more surprises. WHAT: The 2008 American Music Awards will be held on Sunday, November 23 at the NOKIA Theatre LA LIVE. Artists will be honored in the categories of Pop/Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Alternative, Adult Contemporary, Latin and Contemporary Inspirational. For the second year, winners are determined by online voting at amavote.com, the official voting location. Votes were collected from October 14 to November 7. The official homepage of the 2008 American Music Awards is ama.abc.com, where you can find performer and presenter announcements, artist information and more. A BlackTree Media Production Executive Produced by <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv BlackTree TV's Jamaal Finkley goes one on one with the actor Common who plays Scott McKnight in the upcoming romantic comedy JUST WRIGHT. COMMON (Scott McKnight), the Grammy Award winning artist, made his big screen debut as a musical performer in DAVE CHAPPELLES BLOCK PARTY in 2006. In January 2007, he made his acting debut co-starring opposite Jeremy Piven, Ben Affleck, Alicia Keys, and Ryan Reynolds in SMOKIN ACES for Universal Pictures and writer/director Joe Carnahan. Since then hes co-starred opposite Denzel Washington in AMERICAN GANGSTER directed by Ridley Scott, David Ayers STREET KINGS starring Keanu Reeves and Forest Whitaker, WANTED opposite Angelina Jolie, James McAvoy and Morgan Freeman and TERMINATOR SALVATION directed by McG and starring Christian Bale. He can currently be seen in DATE NIGHT, which stars Steve Carell and Tina Fey and is directed by Shawn Levy. Prior to acting, Common rose to prominence as one of hip-hops most poetic and respected lyricists having recorded over eight albums: Can I Borrow a Dollar?, Resurrection, One Day Itll All Make Sense, Like Water For Chocolate, and Electric Circus. In 2004, he partnered with Chicago native and rap music mega-star Kanye West to produce BE, which went on to garner four Grammy Award nominations. In July 2006, his video for the single Testify was nominated for two MTV Video Music Awards™ including Best Hip Hop Video. In 2007 Common released his critically acclaimed seventh album Finding <b>...</b>

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BlackTree TV's Jamaal Finkley sits down with the 1 and only Johnny Depp to discuss his new movie The Tourist. We talk about him meeting Angelina Jolie and his first time abroad. JOHNNY DEPP (Frank Tupelo) most recently headlined an all-star cast as the Mad Hatter in the worldwide box office hit Alice in Wonderland. Prior to that, he starred as real-life criminal John Dillinger opposite Christian Bale and Academy Award® winner Marion Cotillard in Michael Mann's Public Enemies, and received his third Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for Tim Burton's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, winning a Golden Globe Award® for the role. Depp is currently in production on Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow. Depp played the pirate captain a third time in Gore Verbinski's Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, after Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest earned more than $1 billion, making it the third largest-grossing movie of all time. He received his first Academy Award® nomination, as well as a Golden Globe Award nomination, a British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Award nomination and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his portrayal of Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. In 2005, Depp collaborated with Burton on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, for which he received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor in a Comedy or Musical, and Burton's "Corpse <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv BlackTree TVs, Naja Hill, sits down with America Ferrera to talk about her new film Our Family Wedding. In this discussion, America talks about what role her culture and family played in her acting career and how perfect timing has led to some of her successes and opportunities. "Our marriage, their wedding." It's lesson number one for any newly engaged couple, and Lucia (America Ferrera) and Marcus (Lance Gross) are no exception. In Fox Searchlight Pictures' OUR FAMILY WEDDING, they learn the hard way that the path to saying "I do" can be rife with familial strife. When they return from college and too suddenly announce their marriage plans, they soon discover that their fathers - two highly competitive over-the-top egos - can wreak a major amount of havoc on their special day. With insults flying and tempers running high, it's anyone's guess if the alpha dads (Forest Whitaker and Carlos Mencia) will survive to make it down the aisle in one piece. Lucia's mother (Diana Maria Riva) is busy planning the wedding of "her" dreams and the only levelheaded one in the bunch is Angela (Regina King), the groom's father's best friend and lawyer, who manages to keep her cool when the madness reaches a crescendo. With only weeks to plan their wedding, Lucia and Marcus soon discover the true meaning of love and find there is truth to the saying - that when you marry someone, you marry their entire family. OUR FAMILY WEDDING is directed by Rick Famuyiwa from an <b>...</b>

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MULTI PLATNUM SELLING MUSICIAN AND ACTOR TYRESE GIBSON STARS AS 'MACHINE GUN JOE' IN DEATH RACE Terminal Island: The very near future. The world's hunger for extreme sports and reality competitions has grown into reality TV bloodlust. Now, the most extreme racing competition has emerged and its contestants are murderous prisoners. Tricked-out cars, caged thugs and smoking-hot navigators combine to create a juggernaut series with bigger ratings than the Super Bowl. The rules of the DEATH RACE are simple: Win five events, and you're set free. Lose and you're road kill splashed across the Internet. JASON STATHAM (the Transporter series, The Bank Job) stars as three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames, an ex-con framed for a gruesome murder. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein, a Death Race crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill, Ames is given an easy choice by Terminal Island's ruthless Warden Hennessey (JOAN ALLEN of the Bourne Supremacy and The Borne Ultimatum): Suit up and drive or never see his little girl again. His face hidden by a hideous mask, one convict will enter an insane three-day challenge in order to gain freedom. But to claim the prize, Ames must survive a gauntlet of the most vicious criminals including nemesis Machine Gun Joe (TYRESE GIBSON of Transformers, 2 Fast 2 Furious) in the toughest prison. Trained by his coach (IAN McSHANE of Deadwood, The Golden Compass) to drive a monster Mustang V8 Fastback outfitted with 2 mounted <b>...</b>

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BlackTree TV Host Jessica Boyd, sits down with the stars from the film Frozen River, which made a lot of noise at this years Sundance Film Festival. SHORTSYNOPSIS Frozen River is the story of Ray Eddy, an upstate New York trailer mom who is lured into the world of illegal immigrant smuggling when she meets a Mohawk girl who lives on a reservation that straddles the US-Canadian border. Broke after her husband takes off with the down payment for their new doublewide, Ray reluctantly teams up with Lila, a smuggler, and the two begin making runs across the frozen St. Lawrence River carrying illegal Chinese and Pakistani immigrants in the trunk of Ray's Dodge Spirit. DIRECTOR'SSTATEMENT I wrote this film after learning about women smugglers at the border of New York State and Canada who drive their cars across the frozen St. Lawrence River to make money to support their kids. The risk involved compelled me to write a story, not only about smuggling at the northern border, but also about what life circumstances would lead someone to take such chances. What I discovered was that a mother's instinct to protect her children is more powerful than any cultural, political or economic boundary line. Melissa Leo (Ray) and Misty Upham (Lila) embodied the unheralded struggle of single mothers of all ethnicities who are living on the edge. ABOUTTHEPRODUCTION Shot on the Panasonic Varicam in 24 days, in sub-zero weather in Plattsburgh, New York with a bare-bones budget, the production of <b>...</b>

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Brooke Christopher returns to Monday Night Conversation to catch up with Anthony Anderson who after making appearances in Scary Movie, which spoofed the Scream franchise, now makes an appearance in Scream 4. You know what they say about black people in horror movies... In SCREAM 4, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), now the author of a self-help book, returns home to Woodsboro on the last stop of her book tour. There she reconnects with Sheriff Dewey (David Arquette) and Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), who are now married, as well as her cousin Jill (played by Emma Roberts) and her Aunt Kate (Mary McDonnell). Unfortunately Sidney's appearance also brings about the return of Ghostface, putting Sidney, Gale, and Dewey, along with Jill, her friends, and the whole town of Woodsboro in danger. The newest installment in the acclaimed franchise that ushered in a new wave of horror in the 1990s is written by series creator Kevin Williamson and directed by suspense master and director of the first trilogy, Wes Craven. The film stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Emma Roberts, Hayden Panettiere, Rory Culkin, Anthony Anderson, Adam Brody, Mary McDonnell, Marley Shelton, Nico Tortorella, Marielle Jaffe, Kristen Bell, Anna Paquin, Lucy Hale, Shenae Grimes, Aimee Teegarden and Brittany Robertson. Fifteen years after SCREAM began with a terrifying phone call that changed horror forever, director Wes Craven, writer Kevin Williamson and stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment invite you and your family to their inaugural 3-D CGI feature, Despicable Me. From producer CHRIS MELEDANDRI (Ice Age, Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!) comes the story of one of the world's greatest super-villains who meets his biggest challenge when three children enter his life. In a happy suburban neighborhood surrounded by white picket fences and flowering rose bushes sits a black house with a dead lawn. Unbeknownst to the neighbors, hidden deep beneath this home is a vast secret hideout. Surrounded by an army of mischievous little minions, we discover Gru (STEVE CARELL of Get Smart, Horton Hears a Who!, television's The Office) planning the biggest heist in the history of the world. He is going to steal the moon (Yes, the moon!). Gru delights in all things wicked. Armed with his arsenal of shrink rays, freeze rays and battle-ready vehicles for land and air, he vanquishes all who stand in his way. That is, until the day he encounters the immense will of three little orphaned girls who look at him and see something that no one else has ever seen a potential Dad. Starring alongside Carell in Despicable Me are comedy stars JASON SEGEL (Forgetting Sarah Marshall, I Love You, Man), MIRANDA COSGROVE (Nickelodeon's No. 1 live-action show iCarly) and legendary Academy Award® winner JULIE ANDREWS (The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, The Princess Diaries series). The troupe of established and emerging comedic <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv Step Up 3D, the highly-anticipated 3rd installment of the successful film franchise started by Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan-Tatum in 2006, will hit theaters on August 6, 2010!!! New Yorks intense street dancing underground comes alive in eye-popping Digital 3D as the raw, passion-fueled culture goes global. A tight-knit group of street dancers, including Luke (Rick Malambri) and Natalie (Sharni Vinson), team up with NYU freshman Moose (Adam Sevani) and Alyson Stoner, and find themselves pitted against the worlds best hip hop dancers in a high-stakes showdown that will change their lives forever. Fans can check out the new crew as they battle to dominate New Yorks street dancing scene in the newly released and action-packed trailer in HD

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www.blacktree.tv With the trailer out, fans can now begin counting down to Valentine's Day weekend 2011 when Justin Bieber's 3-D flick, "Never Say Never," hits theaters. And the movie's director, Jon Chu, explained just how he plans to integrate the concert footage, shot earlier this year at Bieber's show at Madison Square Garden, with the behind-the-scenes footage and interviews that he will also be using in the film. for more stay tuned to http "We had this sort of hyperlink idea through the film, which is what makes it really an interesting movie," Chu said. "It's not like the other concert films where you are onstage and then go backstage and then onstage and go backstage. It's not just the concert ... this is a musical documentary, when words aren't enough in telling the stories of his life, [we use music]." For example, Chu continued, "You know, if he's talking about his youth and talking about his magnetic smile, you start to hear 'U Smile' start to creep in the background and the underscore ... you see images from his life, and at the end of that song, the spotlight from the number connects with the spotlight of his tour bus and he goes back into his bed," Chu explained. "And there [are] hyperlinked ideas. It's kind of like 'Chicago,' when we're weaving in and out." And for the haters, Chu says that this film will prove that Bieber is the real deal. "The number-one thing we wanted was the honesty in this," he explained. "People have a very preconceived notion of <b>...</b>

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BlackTree TV's own Brooke Christopher sits down with Terrence Howard and gets his take on the significance of Disney's The Princess and the Frog. The relevance of this picture in discussing Dr. Kenneth Clark's Doll test, and just what it means to be a Disney animated character. JAMES (voice of Terrence Howard) is Tianas inspiration and she is the legacy of his love. A strong, loving father who has instilled his daughter with her ethics and with a familiar bond in New Orleans residents: their love of good food. You see, James tells little Tiana, food brings folk together from all walks o life. It warms em right up, and puts smiles on their faces—and when I open my own restaurant people are gonna line up for miles, just to get a taste of my food. Our food, Tiana lovingly corrects him. Supervising animator Ruben Aquino says, Its the core of what she wants and why she is the way she is. Ive got to sell the audience on showing how much love there is in the family and how James loves Tiana so much. He is always present in Tianas heart. During the 1940s, psychologists Kenneth Bancroft Clark and his wife, Mamie Phipps Clark designed a test to study the psychological effects of segregation on black children. In 1950 Kenneth Clark wrote a paper for the White House Mid-Century Conference on Children and Youth summarizing this research and related work that attracted the attention of Robert Carter of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Carter believed that Clark's findings could be <b>...</b>

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(BlackTree TV, Los Angeles) We caught up with funny dude Affion Crockett, some of you may know his YouTube.com/Oskamill and some of you will definitely know him for his new show on FOX coming out this spring. for more log onto www.blacktree.tv A BlackTree Media Production Produced by Mason Richards Segment Journalist Jamaal Finkley for more info www.blacktree.tv

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www.blacktree.tv BlackTree TV Producer Jamaal Finkley grabs a minute with Fast and Furious star Paul Walker to discuss the reunion of the original cast. From illegal underground street racing in Los Angeles and money laundering in Miami to drifts on customized rides across perilous Tokyo courses, one series built on speed has become a global sensation since its origins more than nine years ago. Now, in the next chapter, the four original characters reunite for the first time and come home to where it all began Having captured the attention of audiences and industry execs alike with his undeniable on-screen presence in a string of supporting roles, PAUL WALKER (Brian OConner) found his breakout role as an undercover cop in the 2001 hit film The Fast and the Furious. Since then, he has managed a balance of box-office hit films and dramatic roles to cement his leap to leading-man status. Most recently, Walker displayed his versatility as he transformed on-screen into a soldier under the direction of Clint Eastwood, played an Arctic research scientist in a Disney family adventure and played a New Jersey mobster in a gritty independent feature. Walker recently finished shooting Screen Gems thriller Bone Deep, co-starring with Matt Dillon, Hayden Christensen and Idris Elba. In 2006, Clint Eastwood cast him in his World War II drama Flags of Our Fathers, for Warner Bros. Walker portrayed Hank Hansen, a seasoned soldier fighting in that infamous battle. That same year, he starred <b>...</b>

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(BlackTree TV - Los Angeles) We caught up with Lauren London and Cassie Davis, both of whom star in Tyler Perry's new film Madea's Big Happy Family. Madea, everyone's favorite wise-cracking, take-no-prisoners grandma, jumps into action when her niece, Shirley, receives distressing news about her health. All Shirley wants is to gather her three adult children around her and share the news as a family. But Tammy, Kimberly and Byron are too distracted by their own problems: Tammy can't manage her unruly children or her broken marriage; Kimberly is gripped with anger and takes it out on her husband; and Byron, after spending two years in jail, is under pressure to deal drugs again. It's up to Madea, with the help of the equally rambunctious Aunt Bam, to gather the clan together and make things right the only way she knows how: with a lot of tough love, laughter...and the revelation of a long-buried family secret. LAUREN LONDON (Renee) first appeared in the film "ATL," opposite actor and recording artist, Tip "TI" Harris. Due to London's breakout success in "ATL," she received an offer to star in the film "This Christmas" with Loretta Devine, Idris Elba and Regina King. Her next film role was in the teen romantic comedy "I Love You, Beth Cooper," opposite Hayden Panettiere. London made her television debut on "Everybody Hates Chris." Her other television credits include a recurring guest star role on HBO's "Entourage," a recurring guest star role on CW's "90210" and a special <b>...</b>

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BlackTree TV EP Jamaal Finkley talks with Jordana Brewster about reuniting with her original cast members to pull of Fast and Furious. JORDANA BREWSTERs (Mia Toretto) talent, beauty and natural screen presence have etched her a permanent place in Hollywood in both film and television. Brewster can currently be seen as Dr. Jill Roberts in a recurring role on the NBC series Chuck. Some of Brewsters past credits include the lead role in the 2007 ABC pilot Mr. and Mrs. Smith; starring in Buena Vista Pictures Annapolis, opposite James Franco; and Nearing Grace, an indie film adapted from Scott Sommers novel, which premiered at the Los Angeles Film Festival in July 2005. Brewster also starred in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning in 2006, directed by Jonathan Liebesman for New Line Cinema, and was seen in the Sundance Film Festival hit DEBS, based on Angela Robinsons comedy short, which was released by Samuel Goldwyn Films in March 2005. Prior to that, Brewster starred in Universal Pictures box-office hit The Fast and the Furious, for director Rob Cohen in 2001; and as Delilah in the science-fiction thriller The Faculty, for director Robert Rodriguez and Dimension Films in 1998. Brewster also starred alongside Cameron Diaz, Blythe Danner and Christopher Eccleston in The Invisible Circus for director Adam Brooks, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2001. She also received critical praise for her work in the highly rated NBC miniseries The 60s. Brewster <b>...</b>

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Liv Tyler and Scott Speedman tell BlackTree TV Viewers about their new horror flick, the Strangers. Three mysterious strangers terrorize a young couple in a remote house after they return from a wedding. Studio: Rogue Pictures Genres: Suspense/Horror And Thriller Release Date: May 30, 2008 (wide) MPAA Rating: R for violence/terror and language. Starring: Liv Tyler, Scott Speedman, Gemma Ward, Kip Weeks, Glenn Howerton Directed By: Bryan Bertino Produced By: Sonny Mallhi, Joe Drake, Kelli Konop For more clips log onto: www.blacktree.tv

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www.blacktree.tv Overture released new The Crazies Super Bowl trailer & its fiery. Overture Films recently released their new Super Bowl movie trailer for their upcoming horror remake of The Crazies movie,and it gets pretty fiery as flames get ignited. It stars Timothy Olyphant, Radha Mitchell, Danielle Panabaker, and Joe Anderson. The Crazies is a remake of George Romeros classic film. It revolves around character David Dutton (Timothy Olyphant) who is the Sheriff of Ogden Marsh, which is a picture perfect town with happy law-abiding citizens. However things start to go crazy when a man with a loaded gun shows up at a football game ready to kill, and another man burns down his house with his wife and son locked in the closet. In just a few short days, the whole town gets transformed into a sickening asylum. They become depraved,blood-thirsty killers that hide in the darkness with guns and knives. Sheriff Dutton tries to make sense of whats happening to the town. Something is infecting the citizens with insanity. They succumb to an unknown toxin and turn sadistically violent. The government uses deadly force to keep everyone in the town contained even the ones that are not infected. The few people who are still sane become trapped in the town. They are : Sheriff Dutton; his pregnant wife, Judy (Radha Mitchell); Becca (Danielle Panabaker), an assistant at the medical center; and Russell (Joe Anderson), Duttons deputy and right-hand man They are forced to band together to <b>...</b>

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BlackTree.TV with Josh Hartnett, Alan Alda, Rod Lurie and Rachel Nichols. RESURRECTING THE CHAMP Yari Film Group Presents A Phoenix Pictures, Battleplans Prods. Production A Rod Lurie Film Producers: Bob Yari, Marc Frydman, Rod Lurie Executive producers: Mike Medavoy, Arnold W. Messer, Bradlely J. Fischer, Louis Phillips, Frederick Zollo Director: Rod Lurie Screenwriters: Allison Burnett, Michael Bortman Based on an LA Times Magazine article by JR Moehringer Cast: Samuel L. Jackson (Champ), Josh Hartnett (Erik), Teri Hatcher (Flak), Kathryn Morris (Joyce), Rachel Nichols (Polly), Alan Alda (Metz), David Paymer (Whitley), Dakota Goya (Teddy), Peter Coyote (Epstein), Ryan McDonald (Kenny), Harry J. Lennix (Satterfield Jr.) Living on the streets of Denver, pushing a shopping cart piled high with all his worldly possessions, the man everyone calls "The Champ" (Samuel L. Jackson) knows he was not the greatest boxer to ever step in the ring, but at least he had a shot at it. After years of succumbing to fighters who ultimately found his glass jaw more often than he landed a winning punch, the Champ went from up-and-coming to mere has-been, with no heavyweight championship under his belt. Now he fights no one but cops and street thugs. Living in the shadow of his former self, this champ is down and halfway out. Denver Times sports reporter Erik Kernan (Josh Hartnett) knows the feeling. He's been living in the shadow of his famous father Erik the "Wow Man" Kernan ever since he <b>...</b>

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The Tale of Despereaux www.blacktree.tv Tiny and graced with oversized ears, Despereaux was born too big for his little world. Refusing to live his life cowering, he befriends a Princess named Pea and learns to read (rather than eat) books -- reveling in stories of knights, dragons and fair maidens. Banished from Mouseworld for being more man than mouse, Despereaux is rescued by another outcast, Roscuro, who also wants to hear the tales. But when the Princess dismisses Roscuro's friendship, he becomes the ultimate rat and plots revenge with fellow outsider Mig. After Pea is kidnapped, Despereaux discovers he is the only one who can rescue her...and that even the tiniest mouse can find the courage of a knight in shining armor. Studio Universal Genres: Kids/Family And Animation Release Date: December 19, 2008 (wide) MPAA Rating: tba Starring: Matthew Broderick, Ben Falcone, Emma Watson, Tony Hale, Dustin Hoffman Directed By: Sam Fell, Rob Stevenhagen Produced By: Robin Bissell, Gary Ross, Allison Thomas www.blacktree.tv

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[BlackTree TV - Los Angeles] the first trailer for John Singleton's Taylor Lautner starring action thriller 'Abduction.' The film focuses on a youth (Lautner) who discovers the parents who raised him aren't his real parents, a revelation that triggers events and leaves him running for his life. This trailer receives a resounding ho-hum from me, Lautner's acting looks slightly epically wooden. In addition to Lautner, 'Abduction' stars Lily Collins, Sigourney Weaver, Danny Glover, Alfred Molina, Michael Nyqvist, Maria Bello, and Jason Isaacs. 'Abduction' is set for release September 23rd. What would you do if you found your own picture on a missing persons website? Teen Nathan Harper (Taylor Lautner) finds himself facing this very dilemma. Setting out to uncover his real identity, Nathan quickly learns his parents are far from who they say they are. When the police, government agents and shadowy figures start to pursue him, Nathan's quest for the truth erupts into a full-blown "Bourne"-like man-on-the-run thriller. for more log onto: www.blacktreemedia.com

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[BlackTree TV - New York] Shawn Edwards sits down with James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender to discuss their pivotal roles in X-Men: First Class. Without a doubt, X-Men: First Class gives a new look at the characters Xavier and Magneto, and these 'first class' actors bring the story to life. ---- I Love Black Movies Production Produced by Shawn Edwards www.blacktree.tv

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www.blacktree.tv When the first Iron Man movie was in production, Terrence Howard talked about a three-picture arc for his character, James "Rhodey" Rhodes. The film even set up Rhodey's War Machine action in the sequel, when he looked longingly at the Mark II suit and said, "Next time." Then, in October, Marvel announced that Don Cheadle would be filling in the role Howard originated in the sequel. In the time since that surprising casting news, Marvel has reportedly had troubled in casting negotiations with Samuel L. Jackson (as Nick Fury) and Mickey Rourke (as Whiplash) and has had to replace Emily Blunt with Scarlett Johansson (as Black Widow). Now, with Iron Man 2 going into production without him, Howard spoke frankly about Marvel's decision. Howard spoke with a group of reporters on Saturday in Beverly Hills, Calif., where he was promoting the action drama Fighting. The following Q&A features edited excerpts of that interview. We were really looking forward to you continuing in Iron Man 2 and 3. What happened? Howard Iron Man happened with that. Marvel happened with it. They made a choice. They made a very, very bad choice. They didn't keep their word. They didn't honor our contract. They sent everyone out into a field and told them to work and produce a great bounty. You produce a great bounty, and then when it's all in the storehouse, you are not allowed into the storehouse. Does that have anything to do with what went on with Samuel L. Jackson and Nick Fury <b>...</b>

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[BlackTree TV - Los Angeles] BlackTree TV's Jamaal Finkley sits down with one of the fan favorites from the HangOver series, Ken Jeong who reprises his role as Mr. Chow in HangOver 2 in this edition of Monday Night conversation.. In the summer of 2009, Todd Phillips' "The Hangover" became a record-breaking hit, surpassing all expectations, including those of the filmmakers. "We set out to make a funny movie, but you never know until you start showing it to people. Once we began screening it, we realized it was something special. But we were really surprised when it just took off," acknowledges Phillips, who directed and co-wrote "The Hangover Part II." Dan Goldberg, who served as a producer on "The Hangover," returns as a producer on the sequel, marking his sixth collaboration with Phillips. He recalls, "We knew we had a movie that made people laugh, but no one could have predicted 'The Hangover' would become this incredible phenomenon, least of all us. And then it kept building, which was amazing and so gratifying." "There was some kind of lightning in a bottle that the first film captured," observes Ed Helms, returning in the role of Stu, who is—this time officially—the groom. "We found it to be hilarious, but you can't be sure until a movie is out there if it's going to resonate with anybody else. Thankfully, it did." KEN JEONG (Mr. Chow) returns in the role of the Asian mobster from Todd Phillips' hit comedy "The Hangover." Jeong currently plays the recurring role of <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv The tagline of the movie reads something like 'with 500 million friends you are bound to make a few enemies', and actor Armie Hammer is playing the role of two of them as he plays the role of the Winklevoss twins, BOTH OF THEM! The Winklevoss twins were two of the several people that tied up Mark Zuckerberg in legal precedings as they laid claim to the creation of FaceBook. I had a chance to sit down with Armie Hammer (great grandson of oil tycoon Armand Hammer) at the prestigious Harvard Club in NYC to find out if they paid him double for doing such a great job in this film. On a fall night in 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programming genius Mark Zuckerberg sits down at his computer and heatedly begins working on a new idea. In a fury of blogging and programming, what begins in his dorm room soon becomes a global social network and a revolution in communication. A mere six years and 500 million friends later, Mark Zuckerberg is the youngest billionaire in history... but for this entrepreneur, success leads to both personal and legal complications. From director David Fincher and screenwriter Aaron Sorkin comes The Social Network, a film that proves you don't get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies. The film is produced by Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, Michael De Luca, and Ceán Chaffin and based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires" by Ben Mezrich. A BlackTree Media Production Produced by Jamaal Finkley footage courtesy of <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv Johnny Depp went into great detail at the "Alice in Wonderland" junket on Saturday (Feb. 20) to explains his affinity for -- and his development of -- the madcap milliner, the Mad Hatter. Seems the hatter's crazy behavior -- and the phrase 'mad as a hatter' has a basis in fact. The mercury used in the trade of hat-making caused irreversible brain damage and it was common for hatters to develop mental, physical and emotional problems. " The mercury solution was used -- not in the glue -- but in the process of turning fur into felt and was subsequently breathed in by the hatters, who would exhibit trembling, loss of coordination, slurred speech, loosening of teeth, memory loss, depression, anxiety, etc. Depp decided to explore the tragic nature of the Mad Hatter "This guy was damaged goods, physically and emotionally obtuse. He decided that as opposed to being a "hyperactive nutty guy," we should explore "all sides of his personality at extreme levels, from levity to... dangerous rage." And the mercury also explains why the Hatter was "investigating things beginning with the letter M." "It was interesting trying to map it out," Depp explains. Burton then jumps in, "Being a Disney movie, we decided not to focus too much on the mercury poisoning aspect." Cue nervous laughter. There are still modern concerns about mercury poisoning coming from higher levels found in the fish we eat, as well as in paint, pesticides, mercury tooth fillings, cosmetics, floor <b>...</b>

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[BlackTree TV - New York] We've been seeing a lot of Emma Stone lately, she has quickly become one of Hollywood's most sought after actors. Not only did we catch up with her for The Help, but she also stars in Crazy Stupid Love. At fortysomething, straight-laced Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the dream— good job, nice house, great kids and marriage to his high school sweetheart. But when Cal learns that his wife, Emily (Julianne Moore), has cheated on him and wants a divorce, his "perfect" life quickly unravels. In today's single world, Cal, who hasn't dated in decades, stands out as the epitome of un-smooth. Spending his free evenings sulking alone at a local bar, the hapless Cal is taken on as wingman and protégé to handsome lothario Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling). In an effort to help Cal get over his wife and start living his life, Jacob opens Cal's eyes to the many options before him: flirty women, manly drinks and a sense of style that can't be found at Supercuts or The Gap. Cal and Emily aren't the only ones looking for love in what might be all the wrong places: Cal's 13-year-old son, Robbie (Jonah Bobo), is in love with his 17-year-old babysitter, Jessica (Analeigh Tipton), who harbors a major crush of her own...on Cal. And even Jacob's new-woman-every-night modus operandi is challenged when he tries his best lines on Hannah (Emma Stone), a girl he just can't seem to get out of his mind—maybe because she's the first woman he's ever met who doesn't think this <b>...</b>

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[BlackTree TV - Los Angeles] ; Our very own Jamaal Finkley sits down w/ Romeo Miller, Tasha Smith and Pooch Hall to talk about their new movie Jumping The Broom which continues to put up impressive box office numbers going into it's second week.

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www.blacktree.tv Step Up 3D soundtrack in stores July 27th. Movie in Theaters Aug 6th! http Get Laza's "This Girl" on iTunes Now: bit.ly "THIS GIRL" LYRICS 1/2 Chorus: There's this girl, the one and only wonder of this world (my world) And it don't matter if the road gets rough (yeah) if me rich or poor (yeah) She stay down with me if me go to war (my girl) Verse: Love you cuz you are, every single star In the constellation, that's enlightening my heart Special gift from Jah, wherever you are Girl you got more presence than a hundred santa clauses, And I know (I know) we'll stand together when the world falls down And I know (I know) that our forever's gonna start right now, yeah Chorus: There's this girl, the one and only wonder of this world (my world) And it don't matter if the road gets rough (yeah) if me rich or poor (yeah) She stay down with me if me go to war (my girl) There's this girl, the one and only wonder of this world (my world) And it don't matter if the road gets rough (yeah) if me rich or poor (yeah) She stay down with me till we in the floor (my girl) Verse: These are hardest times, love's so hard to find Blessed is the man who has a woman at his side This for you I write, never do me wrong If you're ever missing me just listen to this song And you know (you know) we lay together when the sun goes down And I know (I know) still be together when it comes back 'round (back round, yeah) Chorus: There's this girl, the one and only wonder of this world (my <b>...</b>

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BlackTree TV, Producer, Jamaal Finkley sits down with Sergei Bodrov to discuss Life, History, Religion and his new movie Mongol. Award-winning Russian filmmaker Sergei Bodrov (PRISONER OF THE MOUNTAINS) illuminates the life and legend of Genghis Khan in his stunning historical epic, MONGOL. Based on leading scholarly accounts and written by Bodrov and Arif Aliyev, MONGOL delves into the dramatic and harrowing early years of the ruler who was born as Temudgin in 1162. As it follows Temudgin from his perilous childhood to the battle that sealed his destiny, the film paints a multidimensional portrait of the future conqueror, revealing him not as the evil brute of hoary stereotype, but as an inspiring, fearless and visionary leader. MONGOL shows us the making of an extraordinary man, and the foundation on which so much of his greatness rested: his relationship with his wife, Borte, his lifelong love and most trusted advisor. Filmed in the very lands that gave birth to Genghis Khan, MONGOL transports us back to a distant and exotic period in world history; to a nomad's landscape of endless space, climatic extremes and ever-present danger. In a performance of powerful stillness and subtlety, celebrated young Japanese actor Asano Tadanobu (ZATOICHI, LAST LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE) captures the inner fire that enabled a hunted boy to become a legendary conqueror. Asano's achievement is matched by those of his co-stars, including the radiant newcomer Khulan Chuluun as Temudgin's <b>...</b>

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www.blacktree.tv Check out the brand new trailer to the Winnie Mandela Bio Pic, 'Winnie' starring Jennifer Hudson and Terrance Howard. Leave your comments and opinions below. For more exclusives check out www.blacktreemedia.com

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BlackTree TVs Jamaal Finkley, sits down with the Directors of this historic animation film, and talked about the mysterious road of an animator as well as the return to 2D animation in this new Disney classic. JOHN MUSKER (Director) continues to be a major force in the art of animation and one of Disneys greatest resources. From The Little Mermaid and Aladdin to the epic comedy Hercules, his irreverent wit, strong visual style and unconventional approach to storytelling helped to create some of the most successful films in motion-picture history. Born in Chicago, Ill., Musker first began drawing while in grammar school and knew by the age of 8 that he wanted to become an animator. Inspired by such Disney classics as Sleeping Beauty and Pinocchio, as well as Bob Thomas primer The Art of Animation, he developed a thorough understanding of the animation process. His fascination with comics, cartoons and Mad Magazine further stimulated his desire to draw. At Loyola Academy, a Jesuit high school in Wilmette, Ill., Musker became a cartoonist for the school paper. His special brand of caricature, which included outrageous sketches of teachers and school celebrities, quickly caught on. This preoccupation with caricature and cartooning continued throughout his college years at Northwestern University, where he majored in English and drew cartoons for The Daily Northwestern. Following graduation from college in 1974, Musker put together a portfolio and set out for California to <b>...</b>

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[BlackTree TV - Los Angeles] This morning BlackTre TV was there as recording artist Nicki Minaj and Pitbull revealed the nominees for the 2011 American Music Awards® (AMAs) at LA Live. Among the nominees, Chris Brown and Rihanna will be going head to head for best R&B album. Adele leads all nominees with 4 nominations. Adele leads this year with four (4) nominations. Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Wayne, Rihanna, Taylor Swift and The Band Perry follow with three (3) nominations each, and Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Chris Brown, Jason Aldean, Kanye West, LMFAO, Nicki Minaj and Pitbull collected two (2) nominations respectively. This year's 2011 Artist of the Year nominees are: Adele, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Wayne and Taylor Swift. For the fifth year, winners will be determined by online voting. Fans can vote at the Coca-Cola AMA voting website, amavote.com, as well as AMA.abc.com. Artists will be honored in the categories of Pop/Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Alternative, Adult Contemporary, Latin, and Contemporary Inspirational. Fans can go to the official homepage of the "2011 American Music Awards," ama.abc.com, to find performer and presenter announcements, artist information, and more. Orly Adelson, executive producer of the show and Larry Klein, AMA producer jointly stated, "The highly talented group that makes up this year's 2011 AMA nominees have dominated the charts, airwaves and pop culture all year long. We are excited to congratulate and celebrate all of the <b>...</b>

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BlackTree TV Hostess Brooke Christopher goes one on one with the cast of Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins. This discussion on Charm School, family and politics gives you a side of the comedians never seen before. WELCOME HOME ROSCOE JENKINS February 8, 2008 Genre: Comedy Cast: Martin Lawrence, Margaret Avery, Joy Bryant, Louis CK, Michael Clarke Duncan, Mike Epps, Mo'Nique, Nicole Ari Parker with Cedric the Entertainer and James Earl Jones Directed by: Malcolm D. Lee Screenplay by: Malcolm D. Lee Producers: Scott Stuber, Mary Parent, Charles Castaldi Executive Producers: Malcolm D. Lee, Timothy Bourne, Gary Barber, Roger Birnbaum Leading an all-star comedy cast, Martin Lawrence is talk-show sensation RJ Stevens, who left behind his modest Southern upbringing and family name to transform into a self-help guru dispensing his "Team of Me" philosophy to millions of adoring fans. With a reality-TV-star fiancée and money to burn, there's no piece of the Hollywood dream RJ hasn't achieved. After his parents request that he come home for their 50th wedding anniversary, the TV host packs up his 10-year-old son and diva bride-to-be and heads back to Georgia. It's a chance to prove to his family that he's no longer the awkward kid they relentlessly picked on. At least, that's the plan... But when his crazy, lovable family calls him on his big-city attitude and challenges him at every turn, RJ is forced to take a hard look at the man he's become. He may be a superstar in LA, but he's just <b>...</b>

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(BlackTree TV - Los Angeles) Jamaal Finkley sits down with Morgan Spurlock to talk about his unique documentary The Greatest Movie Ever Sold. It was two years ago when we first got the idea to make POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold. It began with a conversation between me and my producing partner and co- writer, Jeremy Chilnick, where we talked about the TV show Heroes and their less than subtle inclusion of the Nissan Rogue into the show's storyline. We then started talking about all the big summer movies, from Transformers to Iron Man to James Bond, and about how all those product placements were more than just advertisements for products, they were tools that made these movies' footprints and awareness even bigger ... these ―co-promotions helped turn them into blockbusters. And we wondered, if a little movie, even a documentary, had the same type of partnerships and co-promotion opportunities, could it have a bigger presence? Would it have the same influence? Could a doc reach the same level of awareness and marketability of a summer blockbuster? Would it be a ―doc-buster? Brands are everywhere these days. It seems like I can't go to any event these days without someone ―sponsoring it. Sporting events, concerts, anything. So, why not a movie? Better yet, why not a movie that examines the whole phenomenon that is actually paid for by the companies themselves. That was the jumping off point. Now product placement isn't a new phenomenon. In the 1800s <b>...</b>

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In this edition of Monday Night Conversation, BlackTree TVs own Jamaal Finkley sits down for a 1-on-4 conversation with Derek Luke, Laz Alonso, Omar Benson Miller and Michael Ealy, the cast of The Miracle at St. Anna. MIRACLE AT ST. ANNA A SPIKE LEE JOINT Directed by Spike Lee Written by James McBride Miracle at St. Anna chronicles the story of four African-American soldiers who are members of the US Army as part of the all-black 92nd "Buffalo Soldier" Division that fought against the Fascists and Nazis in Italy during World War II. They experience the tragedy and triumph of World War II as they find themselves trapped behind Nazi lines and separated from their Squad after one of them risks his life to save an orphan Italian boy. Directed by Spike Lee from a screenplay written by James McBride, the author of the acclaimed novel of the same name, the film explores a deeply inspiring, powerful story drawn from history, that transcends national boundaries, language, race and class to touch the goodness within us all, the Human Race. CAST DEREK LUKE - (Aubrey Stamps) MICHAEL EALY - (Bishop Cummings) LAZ ALONSO (Hector Negron) OMAR BENSON MILLER - (Sam Train) PIERFRANCESCO FAVINO - (Peppi 'The Great Butterfly') VALENTINA CERVI - (Renata) JOHN TURTURRO - (Detective Antonio 'Tony' Ricci) JOSEPH GORDON-LEVITT - (Tim Boyle) ALEXANDRA MARIA LARA -- (Axis Sally) LUIGI LO CASCIO -- (Old Angelo) Director: Spike Lee Screenplay: James McBride (based on novel of the same name) Producers <b>...</b>

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