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HUFF, Puff, and Blow: Reel Cinema Hits Hollywood (5/20/02)

It only took four years, but entertainment-staved Los Angelinos were finally treated to the independent film sensation that is Reel Cinema, courtesy of the Hollywood Underground Film Festival (HUFF). Playing at the world-renowned festival was Reel Cinema's latest leap in film excellence: Jerome's Razor. Accompanied by Reel Cinema staffers Doug Aamoth and John Swon, Razor showed to an enthusiastic L.A. crowd before wining and dining a lucky few at the posh watering hole, Sky Bar on Sunset Strip.

The HUFFy adventure was new ground for the Minneapolis-based phenomenon and for the company's head of marketing, Doug Aamoth, who made his first-ever sojourn to City of Angels. "It's great to give something back to the independent film community. I love doing these gigs in smaller towns like L.A.," commented Aamoth, "They don't necessarily have a large base of entertainment or cultural activities so to bring film to a town like L.A. is really cool because it introduces the locals to the magic of film, something that they haven't necessarily experienced before. I've noticed a lot of Minnesotans are doing the same thing. Jimmy Swan, for instance, is introducing Los Angeles to live music, something there isn't too much of a market for in L.A. yet."

"L.A.'s a weird town.", noted Reel Cinema prez John Swon. "Everybody here is so obsessed with looks. I mean, people here actually bathe every day. Freaks", he demurred while picking a nit out of his hair.

Reel Cinema's L.A. experience would not have been possible without the extremely hard-working efforts of former "Paradise" star and L.A. glamour girl, April Adamson. Rounding up herds of West Coast stranded Minnesotans, April's vigorous organizing ensured a festival never to forget for those who attended. Reel Cinema extends to her our greatest thanks and appreciation.

Jerome's Razor Premieres...Finally (2/01/02)

Jubilant mobs of theater-goers flocked to the Minneapolis premiere of Reel Cinema's second feature film production, Jerome's Razor. Blockades and numerous tear-gas armed police officers could not contain the anxious thousands of film patrons and dozens of stoned college students drawn to the film by the gigantic spotlight and positive reviews in the Minneapolis publication, Pulse.

"What an incredible evening", said the film's star, Marcus Edward. "I only wish [director] John Swon had lived to see it." As usual, many agreed with the comment by the vocal actor, despite the notable fact that the director is still alive. "No, John isn't dead", commented fellow actor Shad Cooper, "but his career is". The director himself, had to differ. "I disagree. I never had a career to start with".

The film was given a generous reception by an enthusiastic audience and those involved in the project proved gracious. Celebrations continued into the night at the local tavern, Stub & Herb's, as cast and crew alike toasted the completion of a year and-a-half of hard work.

Reel Cinema would like to thank everyone who attended and helped get Jerome's Razor to the screen, especially the following: David Kurtovich (our DP) Matt Ehling (our editor), John Murrin and Bud Groth (two of our investors). Thank you one and all.

Click here to read a review of Jerome's Razor.

Still In One Piece, Paradise Filming Wraps (9/01/01)

"Free at last, free at last. Thank God almighty, I'm free at last." -Mike Handley, gaffer

Could this quote epitomize the feelings shared by all involved in the filming of Paradise? After a grueling three weeks of filming, one can only answer...maybe. With relatively few glitches along the way and an awesome cast and crew to keep things running smoothly, Reel Cinema couldn't have asked for anything more.

"I am unstoppable. I mean, seriously. I am indestructible. Try to stop me. Just try it punk," quoted John Swon when asked to comment on his luck. "I can't believe this kid," added Doug Aamoth, "The weather holds steady for three weeks and then breaks into a humongous thunderstorm the second he's done filming. Unbelievable."

What's next for the Reel Cinema Superfriends? After most of the cast and crew get released from the mental ward, we're off to the Big Apple to plug Jerome's Razor. Remember that movie? That's right! We have other movies besides Paradise.

Special thanks are in order for everyone who helped out with the filming of Paradise including, but not limited to, our families, friends, cast, crew, and anyone else who lent a hand to help out. We couldn't have done it without you!

Still haven't got enough Paradise? Check out the Paradise Page.

Holy Crap, They're Making Another Movie (8/05/01)

Minneapolis citizens stared slack-jawed in disbelief as Reel Cinema Entertainment announced the production of their third feature-length film: Paradise.

Directed by John Swon and starring Shad Cooper, April Adamson, Shale Nelson and Marcus Edward, Paradise looks at the heart of rage beating in so many young men and asks the question that dogs one and all...why? Paradise follows the journey of one young man, Jacob Fieldler (Edward) as he goes from wealthy yuppie-hood to penniless punk. On his path he meets a variety of characters suffering similar fates. From a cross dressing entrepreneur, to philosophizing construction worker (Cooper) to an uptight careerist (Adamson), Jacob encounters a host of personalities either trying to support or destroy him. Production begins August 8th and Reel Cinema hopes to finish by the end of the month.

On a similar note, Doug Aamoth, B-movie enthusiast and Reel Cinema director of marketing, will be taking his first (legal, non-X rated) stab at movie making fame with a behind-the-scenes documentary about the filming of Paradise. Check the Paradise page for daily uploads of his footage. That's right, daily. Every day. Good stuff everyday. Unless the equipment melts because it's DAMN hot out there.

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