By Pete Allman It seems like yesterday when I sat down to talk with Damian Chapa about his upcoming film, “Brando Unauthorized.” It was a tranquil day with blue skies in Marina Del Rey, California where we were relaxing on his yacht. Chapa, looked up at the sky in wonderment of his over 50-film career and calmly [...]
Continue reading...3. June 2010
By Pete Allman Alori Joh, a recording artist and new face on the Hollywood scene, met with Damian Chapa star of “Brando Unauthorized,” to speak with him about her music. Ms. Joh’s music is being considered for scene selection in the movie “Brando Unauthorized.” Chapa, known as the controversial producer and director of “Dark Crossing,” “Bobby Fischer Live” [...]
Continue reading...19. May 2010
This prestigious award has been bestowed upon some of America's most prominent citizens including Sybil Brand. The President of the Southern California Motion Picture Council, Randal Malone and the legendary movie star Margaret O'Brien presented Carmelita Pittman the honor in recognition for her outstanding contribution to humanity. Carmelita, a multi-dimensional artist was in good company with legendary film star Stella Stevens, who received The Golden Halo Lifetime Achievement Award. The Golden Halo Philanthropist Award was presented to Dr. Sheila Calhoun and the Golden Halo Entertainer of the Year Award went to K. B. Solomon, one of the more sought after opera singers in Los Angeles. Vladek Juszkiewicz received the Golden Halo Award for his contribution to the film industry. Also making presentations were Jarvee Hutcherson, President of Multi-cultural Motion Picture Association who gave Ms. Pittman a large bouquet of roses, and an impromptu speech by April Sutton and the Pink Lady a.k.a. Jackie Goldberg who was the Mother of the Year 2009 at the Annual Rose Variety Arts Show. The Southern California Motion Picture Council was founded by Linda Burke May 1, 1936. During that time Ms Burke lobbied Congress to reduce the admission of movie tickets for children and got it passed, and it remains in effect today. SCMC has always stood for keeping classic Hollywood alive and has always presented awards with legendary stars. Margaret O' Brien, an Oscar winner whose name has been honored four times on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Donna Martel known for her western movies were responsible for presenting Stella Stevens with her Golden Halo Lifetime Achievement Award. This philanthropic organization also has ventured into worthy causes. It also promotes high standards in films which seek family values and morality. Exemplary of these high standards was Kristian Kidd , twelve of age who co-hosted the event wearing a black suit and wide brim hat to match. A host of stars and luminaries were present at the event. Amongst those seen in the audience were Rosemarie, the original Lollipop Munchkins Jerry & Elizabeth Maren of the Wizard of Oz (Elizabeth even wore red shoes on her little feet),Allison Angren of "Little House on the Prairie", Joe Cassini, and Gloria Pall. Southern California Motion Picture Council officers Randal Malone, Elizabeth Guardino, Isabel Paulson, Bee Beyer, Michael Schwibs, Virginia Freburg, and board members Esther Aboud, Dr. Sheila Calhoun, Carol Berry, Ron Barnes, were represented. Some of the board members of The Rose Breast Cancer Society in attendance included Gloria Berlin, author of "Michael Jackson, In Search of Neverland", Traude Winik, Honorary members Senior Senator Bettio and Lady Java. The event was held in Studio City at the newly remodeled Sportsman's Lodge which is composed of a series of structures including ballrooms, meeting rooms, a restaurant amidst spacious landscaping composed of waterfalls, lakes, trees and flowers. Pete Allman is a Las Vegas and Los Angeles commentator, broadcast personality, and producer of television commercials and half hour entertainment programs.He has interviewed over 30,000 movie and sports personalities Mr. Allmans interviews are distributed through edmagiktv, peteonthescenechannel,and other print and internet outlets. Contact Pete Allman at allman@celebrityscene.com or call [702] 265-9099 or [323] 632-2800.
Continue reading...11. May 2010
Turner Classic Movies had their first Classic Film Festival at The Chinese Grumans Theater. It was, in a sense, old Hollywood being brought back to Hollywood, at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, where the first Academy Awards were held. Tony Curtis, who is known for “Some Like It Hot” and a slew of other films such as [...]
Continue reading...11. May 2010
During my travels, I’ve always looked for resorts that had a story to tell, especially a historical one. I recently spent some time in Rosarita Beach Hotel, located 18 miles south of Tijuana Mexico. The resort was built in 1924 by Don Manuel Barbachano, who was responsible for initiating [...]
Continue reading...11. May 2010
Pete Allman, Janet Dubois, and Michael Adagoke and dance partner. With all the variety of foods offered in Los Angeles, one restaurant which attracts The Los Angeles Lakers is Veronica’s Kitchen at 528 West Manchester in Inglewood. Veronica Ogbeide, the owner specializes in West African Cuisine. Serving the community for 20 years, Veronica’s [...]
Continue reading...1. May 2010
FORMER WARNER BROS. EXEC TED JOSEPH TAKES THE REINS OF LAS VEGAS BASED INDIE LABEL ODDS ON RECORDS, WHOSE ROSTER INCLUDES FAMED POP DUO AIR SUPPLY AND L.A. BASED ELECTRONIC-POP BAND ULTRAVIOLET SOUND During Joseph’s 21 Years At Warner Bros. Records, The Multi-Faceted Executive Worked With Legendary Artists Madonna, Fleetwood Mac, Prince, Rod Stewart, George Benson, David Sanborn and Al Jarreau In the nearly 35 [...]
Continue reading...19. April 2010
Information by: Celebrity Scene News The 2nd Annual Diplomats Diversi-TEA gala will celebrate Union Day, an annual holiday observed in Tanzania, Africa and various countries throughout the world. Founder of the event, April Sutton, in association with members of Minorities in Business will [...]
Continue reading...18. April 2010
Didn’t make it to Vegas this year? We’ve got you covered with a virtual booth tour courtesy of StudioDaily and the Digital Cinema Society. Visit StudioDaily’s video splash page to scroll through clips direct from the show floor featuring conversations with manufacturers and product demos. We’ve got more than a dozen [...]
Continue reading...18. April 2010
From tried and true industry technologies to solutions that could power the next internet video sensation, there’s no greater return on your investment and no other event that helps you grow your business like the NAB Show. Don’t miss these must-attend event highlights for Wednesday, April 14. SESSIONS — all General Sessions and Content Theater, sponsored by [...]
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9. June 2010
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