‘The Rookie’s Kanoa Goo Boards Indie ’Chaperone‘; Abramorama Acquires ‘Remember This‘ Starring David Strathairn; Gravitas Acquires Rob Riggle-Hosted Environmental Pic ‘Plastic Earth’ – Film Briefs
EXCLUSIVE: Abramorama has acquired North American theatrical rights to the David Strathairn-led feature Remember This, based on the original stage production Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, with Great Performances on PBS taking U.S. public television rights.
‘The Subtle Art of Not Giving a #@%!’ Trailer: Universal Brings Mark Manson’s Self-Help Book to Life (EXCLUSIVE)
Universal has released the first trailer for “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a #@%!,” an innovative new documentary based on Mark Manson’s bestselling self-help book exploring society’s obsession with the pursuit of happiness.
George Harrison Tribute Film "Concert for George" Back in Theaters for 20th Anniversary
The tribute at London’s Royal Albert Hall featured Paul McCartney, Tom Petty, Ravi Shankar, members of Monty Python, and more
Duran Duran ‘A Hollywood High’ Docu-Concert Film Captures Rooftop Gig
The movie chronicling the new wave band's love affair with L.A. is due out in theaters in November.
New Restoration Trailer for 'My Architect' Doc on Architect Louis Kahn
"How accidental our existences are, how full of influence by circumstance." Abramorama has revealed the new 2022 official trailer for My Architect, a documentary film from 2003 that is getting a re-release this year. The film was nominated for an Academy Award in 2004, after premiering at film festivals in 2003.
Bryan Ramirez Exits Davies Entertainment; Rob Schneider’s ‘Daddy Daughter Trip’ Gets Expanded Release; ‘Freedom Hair’, ‘Magda’, ‘The Answer To My Prayer’ Castings; More – Film Briefs
EXCLUSIVE: Abramorama has acquired U.S. rights to Emmy winner June Beallor’s documentary 2020 Chaos and Hope, slating it for a nationwide theatrical release following its opening at Village East by Angelika in New York on October 28.
Duran Duran to Release Film of L.A. Rooftop Concert, ‘A Hollywood High’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Duran Duran have confirmed details of a brand-new, 75 minute docu-concert film titled “A Hollywood High,” that captures the band performing live on a rooftop in Los Angeles, alongside interviews and archival footage that tells the story of their long-time relationship with the city. The film will be released in theaters on November 3, 2022.
‘Battleground’ Trailer: New Doc Shows How Conservative Activists Got Roe V. Wade Overturned, And Counter Movement To Maintain Abortion Access
EXCLUSIVE: “Fury” over the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has boosted the Democratic Party’s chances heading into the mid-term elections this fall, according to a New York Times-Siena College poll published today.
‘Anvil! The Story Of Anvil’ Rock Doc Goes Wide With Theatrical Re-Release From Utopia & Abramorama
EXCLUSIVE: Anvil! The Story Of Anvil, the heartbreaking and heartwarming story of a veteran heavy metal band, is getting a wide theatrical release with its remaster.
The film, which is one of the rock docs that kicked off the genre’s boom ahead of the likes of Amy and Searching for Sugar Man, will be released in 200 theaters across the U.S., timed to its 13th anniversary.
‘Battleground’ Abortion Documentary Picked Up by Abramorama and Roco Films Prior to Awards Run (EXCLUSIVE)
Abramorama and Roco Films have co-acquired U.S. distribution rights to Cynthia Lowen’s abortion documentary “Battleground.” The film premiered in the documentary competition category at the Tribeca Festival in June. The doc follows three women in charge of anti-abortion organizations devoted to overturning Roe v. Wade.
In ‘Living Wine’ Documentary, Natural Wine Transcends the Clichés
When the polarizing subject of natural wine arises, the discussion generally spirals to the stereotypes: flawed and funky wines, hippie producers and the debate over definitions. But a new documentary film, “Living Wine,” hopes to change that trite discussion.
Natural Wine Fans Will Want To Know About New Documentary, Living Wine
Wine Folly states that natural wine may not even taste like wine, with some comparing it to sour beer. Typically, sweet wines may feature more sour notes after being made naturally while still maintaining a fruity base flavor. These unfamiliar flavors may have an unexpected appeal. And that is exactly what inspired Lori Miller to produce a documentary about natural wines.
Exploring Cosplay Evolution in Doc 'Cosplay Universe' Official Trailer
"Some of the most exciting experiences of my life have all happened because I was in a costume." Dive into the world of cosplay. Abramorama has debuted a trailer for Cosplay Universe, a cosplay documentary now set to finally open in July this summer.
HBO Max Acquires ‘Brie’s Bake Off Challenge’; Freestyle Takes ‘Untold: This Is My Story’ & ‘Arisaka’; Abramorama Lands ‘The Human Trial’...
EXCLUSIVE: Abramorama has acquired North American rights to Lisa Hepner and Guy Mossman’s feature-length documentary The Human Trial, about the urgent search and uphill battle to cure diabetes, with plans to release it in theaters and on its Watch Now @ Home virtual cinema platform on June 24.
Werner Herzog Explains This Screenshot
Werner Herzog is driving a car, a nameless cameraman filming him from the passenger seat. “How many languages do you speak, Werner?” asks the cameraman in the manner of someone who has spent time with the German director and understands that even the most mundane question can provoke a poetic response of startling clarity and intrigue.
New movies to stream this week: ‘Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster,’ ‘Confession’ and more
Just in time to commemorate the Feb. 2, 1969 death of actor Boris Karloff — best known for his nuanced rendering of Frankenstein’s monster in “Frankenstein” (1931), “The Bride of Frankenstein” (1935) and “Son of Frankenstein” (1939) — the horror streaming platform Shudder debuts the documentary “Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster.”
‘Jimi Hendrix In Maui’ gets theatrical release
The first of February sees the long-awaited worldwide theatrical debut of Music, Money, Madness… Jimi Hendrix In Maui, the Grammy-nominated documentary from Abramorama. The film will simultaneously premiere in Buffalo, Oklahoma City, Tacoma and various California cities.