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Bloody-Disgusting
Bloody Disgusting is an American multi-media company, which began as a horror genre-focused news site/website specializing in information services that covered various horror medias, including: film, television, video games, comics, and music. The company expanded into other media including advertising, podcast networking, film, television, streaming media, and management. The film production studio developed and produced the ''V/H/S'' franchise, a collection of six found footage films, two spin-off films, and one miniseries. History Bloody Disgusting was founded in 2001 by Brad Miska (under the pseudonym "Mr. Disgusting") and Tom Owen, who run the site along with current managing editor John Squires. By 2007, the site had 1.5 million unique visitors and 20 million page views each month. In September 2007 a minority stake was purchased by The Collective, a Beverly Hills–based management company. In 2011 Bloody Disgusting began distributing and producing films that hav ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brad Miska
Brad Miska is an American film producer and founder of Bloody Disgusting, a horror genre website known for covering horror films, video games, comics, and music. His films include the ''V/H/S'' trilogy of anthology horror films, '' Under The Bed'', ''A Horrible Way to Die'' and '' Southbound''. Career Miska founded Bloody Disgusting in 2001 (under the pseudonym "Mr. Disgusting") with co-founder Tom Owen. Together, they run the site along with Adam Dodd and Jonathan Barkan. By 2007, the site had 1.5 million unique visitors and 20 million page views each month. In September 2007 a minority stake was purchased by The Collective, a Beverly Hills–based management company. In 2011 Bloody Disgusting began distributing and producing films that have gone on to win awards and spawned the successful V/H/S franchise. Bloody Disgusting has worked on projects with genre writers, directors, and actors including Adam Wingard, Simon Barrett, David Bruckner, Gregg Bishop, Roxanne Benjamin, J ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cinedigm
Cinedigm Corp. is an American entertainment company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Cinedigm's businesses encompass digital cinema, streaming channels, content marketing, and distribution. History Early years Cinedigm Corp was founded in 2000 under the name Access IT Digital Media, Inc., through a group led by Bud Mayo. Mayo directed Cinedigm until his retirement in 2010, and subsequently founded Digital Cinema Destinations Corp. In September 2013, the company changed its name to Cinedigm Corp. In January 2011, Chris McGurk became the new chairman and CEO. In July 2011, Cinedigm sold its physical and electronic distribution business to Technicolor. The following month, Screenvision acquired UniqueScreen Media, Inc. (USM), the cinema advertising division of Cinedigm Digital Cinema Corp. The companies entered into a long-term agreement, with Cinedigm providing distribution and promotion for Screenvision. In April 2012, Cinedigm acquired distributor company New Video. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
State
State may refer to: Arts, entertainment, and media Literature * ''State Magazine'', a monthly magazine published by the U.S. Department of State * ''The State'' (newspaper), a daily newspaper in Columbia, South Carolina, United States * '' Our State'', a monthly magazine published in North Carolina and formerly called ''The State'' * The State (Larry Niven), a fictional future government in three novels by Larry Niven Music Groups and labels * States Records, an American record label * The State (band), Australian band previously known as the Cutters Albums * ''State'' (album), a 2013 album by Todd Rundgren * ''States'' (album), a 2013 album by the Paper Kites * ''States'', a 1991 album by Klinik * ''The State'' (album), a 1999 album by Nickelback Television * ''The State'' (American TV series), 1993 * ''The State'' (British TV series), 2017 Other * The State (comedy troupe), an American comedy troupe Law and politics * State (polity), a centralized political organiz ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Steven C
Stephen or Steven is a common English first name. It is particularly significant to Christians, as it belonged to Saint Stephen ( grc-gre, Στέφανος ), an early disciple and deacon who, according to the Book of Acts, was stoned to death; he is widely regarded as the first martyr (or "protomartyr") of the Christian Church. In English, Stephen is most commonly pronounced as ' (). The name, in both the forms Stephen and Steven, is often shortened to Steve or Stevie. The spelling as Stephen can also be pronounced which is from the Greek original version, Stephanos. In English, the female version of the name is Stephanie. Many surnames are derived from the first name, including Stephens, Stevens, Stephenson, and Stevenson, all of which mean "Stephen's (son)". In modern times the name has sometimes been given with intentionally non-standard spelling, such as Stevan or Stevon. A common variant of the name used in English is Stephan ; related names that have found some curre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Glenn McQuaid
Glenn McQuaid (born 1972/1973) is an Irish film director. He is known for his feature film debut '' I Sell The Dead'' and his involvement in the audio play anthology series '' Tales From Beyond the Pale'', both of which were produced by frequent collaborator Larry Fessenden's Glass Eye Pix. He has also directed a segment of anthology horror film '' V/H/S''. Career McQuaid began his career at Glass Eye Pix, where he performed visual effects on films such as ''The Roost'' (2005) and '' The Last Winter'' (2006). Inspired by the muted reception of one of his short films, he made his feature film debut, '' I Sell the Dead'' (2008), more comedic. He cites David Cronenberg as an influence. Rotten Tomatoes gives the film a 73% approval score based on 44 reviews. After ''I Sell the Dead'', he worked on the segment ''Tuesday the 17th'' in '' V/H/S'', a 2012 horror anthology film. The short was inspired by his enjoyment of early 1980s slasher films. In 2014, he directed ''The Troub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Radio Silence Productions
Radio Silence is an American trio of filmmakers based in Los Angeles: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett, and Chad Villella. The group is known for '' Ready or Not'', '' V/H/S'', '' Devil's Due'', '' Southbound'' and '' Scream'', as well as their previous work together as Chad, Matt & Rob.Zeitchik, Steven (2011-10-13), "Wingard, West headline new Bloody Disgusting film." ''Los Angeles Times'' http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/movies/2011/10/ti-west-inkeepers-bloody-disgusting-adam-wingard-youre-next.html Members ''Radio Silence'' was formed in 2011 by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett, Justin Martinez and Chad Villella. The collective had worked together previously as Chad, Matt & Rob and were known for their blend of comedy, adventure, sci-fi and horror. Martinez later left the group. * Matt Bettinelli-Olpin is originally from Oakland, CA. He is the founding guitarist of punk band Link 80 and a graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz. * Tyler Gillett is orig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ti West
Timon C. West (born October 5, 1980) is an American film director, producer, screenwriter, editor, cinematographer, and occasional actor, best known for his work in horror films. He directed the horror films ''The Roost'' (2005), '' The House of the Devil'' (2009), '' The Innkeepers'' (2011), '' The Sacrament'' (2013), ''X'' and its prequel ''Pearl'' (both 2022), and the Western '' In a Valley of Violence'' (2016). He has also acted in a number of films, mostly in those directed by either himself or Joe Swanberg. Early life West was born in Wilmington, Delaware. His given name Timon was the surname of his maternal grandfather. He was featured in a 2001 fall issue of '' Teen People'' magazine. West attended the School of Visual Arts. Career West's directorial work includes the 2001 short ''The Wicked'', and feature films ''The Roost'' (2005), '' Trigger Man'' (2007), '' The House of the Devil'' (2009), '' The Innkeepers'' (2011), and '' The Sacrament'' (2013). He appeared in 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amy Seimetz
Amy Lynne Seimetz is an American actress and filmmaker. She has appeared in several productions, including AMC's '' The Killing'', HBO's ''Family Tree'', and films like ''Upstream Color'', '' Alien: Covenant'', ''Pet Sematary'', and '' No Sudden Move''. In addition to her acting career, she has directed, written and produced several films, including 2012's '' Sun Don't Shine'' and 2020's ''She Dies Tomorrow''. In 2015, she co-wrote, co-directed and executive produced the Starz series '' The Girlfriend Experience'', based on the Steven Soderbergh film of the same name, which was released to positive reviews and critical acclaim. Early life and education Seimetz grew up in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area, and briefly attended film school at the Florida State University before moving to Los Angeles. There, she worked as a nanny, a waitress, and a seamstress while learning filmmaking. Career Seimetz began her film career by producing and directing short and independent films, incl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joe Swanberg
Joseph Swanberg (born August 31, 1981) is an American independent film director, producer, writer, and actor. Known for micro-budget films which make extensive use of improvisation, Swanberg is considered a major figure in the mumblecore film movement.Trachta, AliInterview: Filmmaker Joe Swanberg. ''Chicagoist.'' His films often focus on relationships, sex, technology, and the filmmaking process, and he is credited with launching the career of Greta Gerwig. Early life Swanberg was born in Detroit, Michigan, and was raised in Georgia and Alabama. He graduated from Naperville Central High School in suburban Chicago and attended Southern Illinois University at Carbondale as a film major, earning a bachelor's degree in 2003. As a teenager, he worked at Hollywood Video. Career In 2005, Swanberg directed his first feature film, ''Kissing on the Mouth'', for a modest budget. He followed it with '' LOL'' (2006), which marked Swanberg's first time working with actress Greta Gerwig. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roxanne Benjamin
Roxanne Benjamin is an American film director, writer, and producer. She is best known for directing the horror films ''Body at Brighton Rock'' and ''There's Something Wrong with the Children'' and producing the horror anthology films ''V/H/S'' and ''V/H/S/2,'' She also wrote, produced and directed segments for '' Southbound'' and '' XX''. Life and career Roxanne Benjamin was born and raised in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Benjamin began her filmmaking career by producing ''V/H/S'' and its sequel ''V/H/S/2''. Benjamin then wrote and directed segments for '' Southbound'' and '' XX''. Benjamin then wrote and directed her feature length directorial debut film ''Body at Brighton Rock''. Benjamin also has directing credits on the television series ''Creepshow'', '' Riverdale'', ''Chilling Adventures of Sabrina'', ''Nancy Drew'', '' Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin'' and ''One of Us Is Lying''. Her second feature film ''There's Something Wrong with the Children'' is set to be released in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
David Bruckner
David Bruckner (born c. 1977) is an American film director. With Jacob Gentry and Dan Bush, he co-wrote and co-directed the 2007 horror film ''The Signal''. Bruckner also co-wrote and directed the "Amateur Night" segment of the 2012 horror anthology film ''V/H/S'', as well as directed the 2017 film '' The Ritual'' and the 2020 film '' The Night House''. Early history Bruckner grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. His father is a police detective and his mother an emergency room nurse. He attended the University of Georgia along with A. J. Bowen and Jacob Gentry. The three would later collaborate with Dan Bush on ''The Signal'' (2007). Career With Jacob Gentry and Dan Bush, Bruckner co-wrote and co-directed ''The Signal''. The filmmakers used their connections in Atlanta to compose a crew. The concept came from a Surrealist game called exquisite corpse, in which multiple people collaborate in order to complete an art project. When Gentry was unable to contribute to the horro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Simon Barrett (filmmaker)
Simon Barrett (born 1978) is an American actor, producer, and screenwriter known for his collaborations with Adam Wingard, including '' A Horrible Way to Die'', '' V/H/S'', ''V/H/S/2'', '' You're Next'', and '' The Guest''. He is associated with the mumblecore movement and has worked with director Joe Swanberg several times. Personal life Barrett was born in Columbia, Missouri, in 1978. Career Barrett has performed a number of roles in his films. He attributes this to the low budgets of his early films, in which he and frequent collaborator Adam Wingard were forced to act, as they could not afford to hire anyone else. Barrett credits his acting with informing his screenwriting. Although he said in October 2014 that he is too busy writing to direct, Barrett does not discount directing more projects in the future. Among his early work was writing the 2004 TV film '' Frankenfish'', and collaborating with director Alex Turner as writer on '' Dead Birds'' (2004) and '' Red ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
