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Gigi ‘travels’ to Nerdville, TN

Gigi Edgley, star of the forthcoming film Hashtag now on Kickstarter, talks about her upcoming projects and more on Nerdville, TN! Recorded at GMX 2014.

 

Download the podcast:
Mp3: http://nerdvilletn.libsyn.com/gigi-edgley
On iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nerdville-tn/id897649573

The Breaux Show On the Go! with Gigi Edgley

On the Go! Live from the floor of The Great Allentown Comic Con, The Breaux Show interviews Gigi Edgley about Hashtag. Check out the video!

 

Gigi Edgley on Geek in the City Radio!

Star of Hashtag Gigi Edgley in an incredible interview on Geek in the City Radio! Get the scoop on the film, our Kickstarter, and more!

http://geekinthecity.com/2014/11/13/issue-281-gigi-edgley-and-piracy/

Runic Films and Little Empire Productions Launch “Hashtag” Kickstarter

Gigi Edgley Stars in 'Hashtag'.

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LOS ANGELES, Calif.,  Runic Films and Little Empire Productions are delighted to announce the launch of the Kickstarter for Hashtag, their next project. Hashtag is a thought-provoking short science fiction drama that examines a future where social media dominates those who unknowingly push the limits of technology to achieve fame.

 

The Kickstarter can be viewed here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/runicfilms/hashtag-short-film

 

“We have a great team ready to make a great movie, and we are looking forward to having our Kickstarter Backers be a part of the journey,” says Ben Alpi, director and co-writer of Hashtag.

 

This is Alpi’s second Kickstarter venture. The first, Cowboy Creed, a short western film, was successfully funded through Kickstarter and went on to receive two award nominations.

 

Producing Hashtag is Jyotika Virmani along with Robert Alpi, who both helped produce Cowboy Creed. Joining them will be Gigi Edgley, Producer of Nobody Knows.

 

Gigi Edgley as Chiana in FarscapeEdgley, most widely known for her role as “Chiana” on the critically-acclaimed science fiction television series, Farscape, and more recently the host of Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Challenge, will also be starring in Hashtag. She will play “X”, the ultimate social media maven, a charismatic woman attracting the attention of tens of millions of online followers. “X” has everything she’s ever thought she wanted. She’s #famous and she’s #watched, but is her life #real

 

Gigi Edgley says, “X is one of the most intriguing characters I’ve ever met and I can’t wait to introduce you all to her.”

 

The script for Hashtag was co-written by Ben Alpi and Kevin Rubio (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Ben 10, Green Lantern: The Animated Series, TROOPS). The production includes other Cowboy Creed alumni: Director of Photography, David Berry (Judas Kiss, Star Trek New Voyages: Phase II); Production Designer, Meg Savage (The Skeptic); Composer, Joe Terrana (Cuban Sandwich Crisis, The Gita); Film Editor, Jeff Handy; Line Producer, Erik Goodrich (Beyond Scared Straight, Star Trek New Voyages: Phase II); and Sound Editor, Ralph Miller (Star Trek: Renegades, Judas Kiss). Joining this team is visual effects supervisor, Deke Kincaid (The Chronicles of Riddick, The Water Horse, Pirates of the Caribbean series, National Treasure: Book of Secrets, Deja Vu).

 

Jim Henson's Creature Shop Challenge“I’m proud of the team we have assembled and we are ready to go into production. We are happy to be using Kickstarter, as it is one of the most respected community crowd-funding platforms and anyone can go to our page to become a backer,” says Jyotika Virmani.

 

There are many Kickstarter rewards, including autographed posters, copies of the film, exclusive signed photos, and opportunities to interview or meet the cast and crew. You can also be a part of the film and even have your name in the credits. The Kickstarter will run for 30 days, ending in early December.

 

For more information visit:
https://runicfilms.com/
http://www.gigiedgley.com

 

ABOUT RUNIC FILMS
Runic Films is a Los Angeles-based film production and entertainment company developing original properties for film and television. Runic was founded in 2001 and is dedicated to upholding the traditions of mythic storytelling. Runic Films harnesses cutting-edge technology and visual effects to create amazing worlds for dramatic tales grounded in humanity.

 

ABOUT LITTLE EMPIRE PRODUCTIONS
Gigi and Jake Edgley are the co-founders of Little Empire Productions. They have been certain every step of the way to create music, comic books and films that enlighten, intrigue and rock your world. They are internationally based as Jake is currently located in Australia and Gigi resides in Los Angeles. Little Empire Productions mission is to devise creations straight from the heart and soul.

 

Contact:
Robert Alpi
Runic Films
email
Ph: 810-771-8065

 

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Gigi Edgley Interviewed on We Be Geeks

Have you heard the We Be Geeks interview with Gigi Edgley? Catch it here! http://bit.ly/1xLZSDi They talk Hashtag, Jim Henson, unicycles, and more at ~30 minutes!

Runic Films Announces Gigi Edgley to Star in ‘Hashtag’

Gigi Edgley Stars in 'Hashtag'.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

LOS ANGELES, Calif. Runic Films is delighted to announce that internationally acclaimed actress, Gigi Edgley, will star in their next project, “Hashtag” a thought-provoking science fiction drama that examines a future where social media dominates those who unknowingly push the limits of technology to achieve fame.

 

Ben Alpi, the director and co-writer of  “Hashtag” says “I can’t tell you how excited we are to be bringing this film to light. It is perfect timing for this subject and having the versatile Gigi Edgley to open the doorway to the future will be amazing.”

 

This sexy, sleek, sci-fi thriller will captivate audiences around the globe. The talented and beautiful Edgley, of Little Empire Productions, already has millions of online followers and fans around the world. She is most widely known for her role as Chiana on the critically acclaimed sci-fi television series, “Farscape” and had a leading role in the Australian series, Rescue Special Ops., In the U.S., Edgley recently hosted , Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Challenge, an American reality television game show on the Syfy cable network. She also had appeared in the USA network TV miniseries, “The Starter Wife.”

 

In “Hashtag” Edgley will play “X”, the ultimate social media maven, a charismatic woman attracting the attention of tens of millions of online followers. “X” has everything she’s ever thought she wanted. She’s #famous and she’s #watched, but is her life #real

 

“I completely want to devour this script. I adore X. She is a complex, diverse and troubled soul. I am extremely excited to fall into her restless being. It is so refreshing to be wholeheartedly infatuated with this story,” says Gigi Edgley.

 

Ben Alpi was inspired by a TED talk to write a story that centered on our cultural obsession with speed and technology. The script for “Hashtag” co-written by Ben Alpi (Cowboy Creed, Silver Lining) and Kevin Rubio (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Ben 10: Omniverse, Green Lantern: The Animated Series), is an insightful and imaginative tale that examines the consequences of the rapid rise of social media in our everyday lives. This story offers a unique twist of what could happen when those obsessed with virtual information and celebrity are unable to disconnect.

 

“Hashtag” will be funded through a Kickstarter campaign due to be launched next week, and filming will take place in December 2014/January 2015 in Los Angeles.

 

For more information visit:
https://runicfilms.com/
http://www.gigiedgley.com

 

ABOUT RUNIC FILMS
Runic Films is a Los Angeles-based film production and entertainment company developing original properties for film and television. Runic was founded in 2001 and is dedicated to upholding the traditions of mythic storytelling. Runic Films harnesses cutting-edge technology and visual effects to create amazing worlds for dramatic tales grounded in humanity.

 

ABOUT LITTLE EMPIRE PRODUCTIONS
Gigi and Jake Edgley are the co-founders of Little Empire Productions. They have been certain every step of the way to create music, comic books and films that enlighten, intrigue and rock your world. They are internationally based as Jake is currently located in Australia and Gigi resides in Los Angeles. Little Empire Productions mission is to devise creations straight from the heart and soul.

 

Contact:
Robert Alpi
Runic Films
email
Ph: 810-771-8065

 

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Runic Films Releases ‘Cowboy Creed’

Cowboy Creed Official PosterRunic Films and Blue Seraph Productions are proud to announce that their “mini epic” short film Cowboy Creed is now available to view on their website www.localhost/runic/. The short Western film recently completed its festival run with two award nominations at the Action on Film Festival; for Best Western Short Film and Anthony De Longis (Sheriff Eli) was nominated for Best Supporting Role in a Short Film.

 

View the complete film HERE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Bob Alpi, 818-588-6880
email

 

Runic Films is an Los Angeles-based film production and entertainment company dedicated to upholding the traditions of mythic storytelling.

 

Blue Seraph Productions is a Los Angeles production company. Their previous work has been featured in the New York Times, BBC, Variety, Frontiers, Fab magazine, the Today Show, MSNBC, and other international news outlets.

Runic Films Announces March 7 Release for ‘Cowboy Creed’ Short

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

LOS ANGELES, Runic Films and Blue Seraph Productions have announced that their “mini epic” short film Cowboy Creed will be released on www.localhost/runic/ on Friday, March 7th. The short Western film recently completed its festival run with two award nominations at the Action on Film Festival; for Best Western Short Film and Anthony De Longis (Sheriff Eli) was nominated for Best Supporting Role in a Short Film.

 

The trailer for the film can be seen here.

 

A Western action-adventure written and directed by Ben Alpi, Cowboy Creed tells the tale of Phineas Creed, a young cowboy trying to find his place in a post-Gold Rush world. When the international criminal “Limey” kidnaps his ladylove Miss Graves, Phineas faces the most harrowing showdown of his life. The film stars Kendall Wells, John Carrigan, Tara Platt, and Anthony De Longis, with Leandro Cano, Wayne Webb, Tellier Killaby, and Doug Drexler. The film’s producer was J.T. Tepnapa with cinematographer Dave Berry, production designer Meg Savage, costumes by Catherine Elhoffer, editor Jeff Handy, and the music was composed and performed by Joe Terrana.

 

“I’m really glad to be launching the film via Vimeo,” said writer-director Ben Alpi. “It’s the culmination of over two years of work by over 45 individuals. I can’t wait to let it loose on the world [laughs].”

 

Kickstarter Backers, who backed half of the project’s budget, were rewarded for their support with signed DVDs, posters, pre-production sketchbook and more. Ben added, “We put a lot of time and effort into the rewards because our Backers believed in us and we feel they deserve darn cool stuff in return. Working with Rick Arthur on the sketchbook and Scott Deyett on the poster was really wonderful. Pony Horton did a great job on the Behind-the-Scenes [on the DVD] and Jyotika Virmani was a huge help coordinating our rewards efforts. I really couldn’t have asked for more with this crew and cast.”

 

About Runic Films’ next projects, Ben commented, “We have some really great stuff cooking here. We’ll have details soon about our next project including a Kickstarter.”

 

Tune in to https://runicfilms.com/ on Friday, March 7th!

 

 

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Bob Alpi, 818-588-6880
email

 

Runic Films is an Los Angeles-based film production and entertainment company dedicated to upholding the traditions of mythic storytelling.

 

Blue Seraph Productions is a Los Angeles production company. Their previous work has been featured in the New York Times, BBC, Variety, Frontiers, Fab magazine, the Today Show, MSNBC, and other international news outlets.

Pair of Award Nominations for ‘Cowboy Creed’

Cowboy Creed Official Poster

Hot on the heels of last week’s announcement that Cowboy Creed was accepted into the Action on Film International Film Festival, this week we have two award nominations! “Firstly” Cowboy Creed has been nominated for “Best Western.”  Also, Anthony De Longis has been nominated for “Best Supporting Actor in a Short Cowboy Creed.

 

For more information about Cowboy Creed’s selection by the AOF Festival,  click here.

 

The AOF screening of Cowboy Creed will be next Tuesday evening so join us at the Krikorian Premiere Theatre.

 

Anthony De Longis as "Sheriff Eli Graves."
De Longis nominated for “Sheriff Eli Graves.”

 

Screening Info

Tuesday, August 20 at 6 PM
Krikorian Premiere Theatre
410 S Myrtle Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016

 

To purchase tickets click here!

 

Cowboy Creed?is a co-production of Runic Films and Blue Seraph Productions and was funded in part by the support of backers on Kickstarter.com.

“Cowboy Creed” Official Selection: Action On Film International Film Festival

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LOS ANGELES, Runic Films and Blue Seraph Productions are proud to announce that Cowboy Creed has been made an official selection of the 9th Annual Action On Film International Film Festival. On Tuesday, August 20th, during the 6:15pm short film block, the AOF International Film Festival will screen Cowboy Creed at the Krikorian Premiere Theatre, 410 S. Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA. The AOF International Film Fest, now in its ninth year, features top works of action, as well as comedy, drama, romance, horror, and documentaries.

 

“We’re all really excited about screening at AOF. The production and post teams put in a ton of great work and we’re glad to be an official selection of the fest,” said Cowboy Creed writer/director Ben Alpi.

 

Cowboy Creed stars Kendall Wells, John Carrigan, Tara Platt, and Anthony De Longis as Sheriff Eli Graves. Shot entirely on S16mm film, Cowboy Creed is a special blend of elements from all eras of the Western motion picture tradition. Written and directed by Ben Alpi, its heroic themes, drama, and action, make it a short film of epic proportions. Alpi worked closely with producer JT Tepnapa and cinematographer David Berry to complete filming in Santa Clarita, CA with a team comprised of over thirty cast and crew.

 

“We’ve had three private screenings in Hollywood, CA, St. Petersburg, FL and in Kent, UK and many of our viewers have said Creed feels like a feature film. That’s fantastic because I really wanted to make a short that is more than the sum of its parts,” remarked Alpi.

 

Dubbed a “mini epic,” this period piece features classic Western elements, grand vistas, horses, six-shooters, and fisticuffs…

 

When an international criminal nick-named “Limey” (Carrigan) shoots down Sheriff Eli (De Longis), it’s up to young cowboy Phineas Creed (Wells) to save the lawman’s daughter, Miss Graves (Platt). Set in the desperate times following the California Gold Rush, Cowboy Creed follows Phineas as he chases down the murderous Limey leading to the most harrowing showdown of Phineas’ life.

 

Alpi added, “I really respect the AOF. Their intent is to be action-and-more which was one of my intentions in writing this film. I think folks at the festival will really enjoy Cowboy Creed.”

 

Don’t miss Cowboy Creed at the Action On Film International Film Festival! Tuesday, August 20, 2013, 6:15pm block at the Krikorian Premiere Theatre, 410 S. Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016. For more about the festival which runs from August 16-24, visit http://aoffest.com and to purchase Cowboy Creed screening tickets? click here!

 

Cowboy Creed is a co-production of Runic Films and Blue Seraph Productions and was funded in part by the support of backers on Kickstarter.com.

 


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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Bob Alpi, 818-588-6880
email

 

Links

Cowboy Creed Trailer vimeo.com/runicfilms/cowboy-creed-trailer

AOF International Film Festival www.aoffest.com

Runic Films www.localhost/runic/

Runic Films on Twitter twitter.com/RunicFilms

Runic Films on Facebook www.facebook.com/RunicFilms

Cowboy Creed on IMDb http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2833640/

 

Company Background

Runic Films is a production and entertainment company which develops original properties for film, television, and the Web. Now located in Los Angeles, Runic was founded by two brothers in New York state, and is dedicated to upholding the rich traditions of storytelling. Runic Films harnesses cutting-edge technology and visual effects to create amazing worlds for dramatic tales grounded in humanity.

 

Blue Seraph Productions is a Los Angeles production company. Their previous work has been featured in the New York Times, BBC, Variety, Frontiers, Fab magazine, the Today Show, MSNBC, and other international news outlets.