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Flamin’ Hot : Exclusive Interview Actor Jesse Garcia on Playing Richard Montañez

Synopsis : FLAMIN’ HOT is the inspiring true story of Richard Montañez (Jesse Garcia) who as a Frito Lay janitor disrupted the food industry by channeling his Mexican American heritage to turn Flamin’ Hot Cheetos from a snack into an iconic global pop culture phenomenon. Rating: PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Brief Drug Material) Genre: Comedy, Drama,…

Past Lives : Exclusive Interview with Director Celine Song How She Turned Her Personal Story Into an Inspirational Film

@Greta Lee Credit: Courtesy of A24 Synopsis : Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrest apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea. Two decades later, they are reunited in New York for one fateful week as they confront notions of destiny, love, and the choices that make a life, in…

Past Lives : Exclusive Interview with Actor Teo Yoo on the Sundance Favorite Film

Synopsis : Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrest apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea. Two decades later, they are reunited in New York for one fateful week as they confront notions of destiny, love, and the choices that make a life, in this heartrending modern romance. Rating: PG-13…

Blue Jean : Exclusive Interview with Director Georgia Oakley and Lead Actress Rosy McEwen on the Venice Winning Film

@Blue Jean Production Synopsis : England, 1988 — Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government is about to pass a law stigmatizing gays and lesbians, forcing Jean, a gym teacher, to live a double life. As pressure mounts from all sides, the arrival of a new girl at school catalyzes a crisis that will challenge Jean to her…

The Wrath of Becky: Exclusive Interview with Directors Matt Angel and Suzanne Coote

People who have endured traumatizing experiences, especially during their childhood or adolescence, need to find their catharsis somewhere, even in the most shocking places. That’s certainly the case for the titular 16-year-oldprotagonist of the new action horror comedy, The Wrath of Becky, which serves as the follow-up to the acclaimed 2020 crime feature, Becky. Actress…

Sanctuary : Q & A with Actors Christopher Abbott, Margaret Qualley and Director Zachary Wigon

Synopsis : Set over the course of one night in a single hotel room, “Sanctuary” tells the story of a dominatrix (Margaret Qualley) and Hal (Christopher Abbott), her wealthy client. About to inherit his late father’s position and fortune, Hal tries to end their relationship, but when his attempt to cut ties backfires, disaster ensues….

American Born Chinese : Press Conference with Actors Ben Wang, Sydney Taylor, Chin Han, Yeo Yann Yann

Synopsis : Jin Wang, an average teenager, juggles his high school social life with his home life; when he meets a new student on the first day of the school year, even more worlds collide as Jin is unwittingly entangled in a battle of Chinese mythological gods. Creator: Kelvin Yu Starring: Michelle Yeoh, Ben Wang,…

Ren Gyo Soh : Exclusive Interview with Theater/Film Director Saki Kawamura

Saki Kawamura is a NYC-based theatre/film director from Japan. Her wide-ranging works can be seen in theater, film, and visual art. Selected Directing credits include IKIGAI: a purpose of living (Encore Award at Hollywood Fringe 2021), The Giving Tree, Precognito, The Man Who Turned Into A Stick, Margaret’s Bed, Spite, and The Librarian and recent…

American Born Chinese : Press Conference with Actors Daniel Wu, Jimmy Liu, Writer/Producer Gene Luen Yang, Executive Producer Melvin Mar

Synopsis : Jin Wang, an average teenager, juggles his high school social life with his home life; when he meets a new student on the first day of the school year, even more worlds collide as Jin is unwittingly entangled in a battle of Chinese mythological gods. Creator: Kelvin Yu Starring: Michelle Yeoh, Ben Wang,…

Exclusive Interview with Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi  : On Her Career and Competition with Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding

Recently, I had a chance to talk to Kristi Yamaguchi who attended the Japan parade.  At the 2nd annual Japan Parade in New York City which took place on Saturday, May 13. Starting from Central Park West at West 81st Street to West 67th Street, the purpose of the parade is to celebrate, express, and…

Assassin Club : Exclusive Interview with Director Camille Delamarre 

Synopsis : Henry Golding (G.I. JOE: SNAKE EYES) stars in this highly entertaining, globe-trotting action thriller. The hunter becomes the hunted when an elite assassin (Golding) is given his final contract: to kill seven people around the world — only to discover the targets are equally skilled assassins hired to kill him. His only shot…