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EXCLUSIVE : MVD Entertainment Group has acquired worldwide rights to the autobiographical coming-of-age comedy 5-25-77 , from writer-director Patrick Read Johnson ( Spaced Invaders ), slating it for release in North American theaters this fall, with an unveiling on digital and VOD to follow. The film’s title stems from the 1977 release date of George Lucas’ original Star Wars film—which today celebrates its 45th anniversary. It’s inspired by the true story of a nerdy, alienated, hopeful filmmaker named Pat Johnson ( John Francis Daley ) about growing up, falling in love, and becoming the very first fan of the movie that changed everything. Austin Pendleton ( My Cousin Vinny ), Colleen Camp ( Die Hard with a Vengeance ), Neil Flynn ( Scrubs ), Chris Owen ( American Pie ), Charlie Talbert ( The Big Short ), Justin Mentell ( G-Force ) and Kenneth Mitchell ( Captain Marvel ) also star. Gary Kurtz ( Star Wars , American Graffiti ), Fred Roos, … [Read more...] about MVD Entertainment Group Acquires ‘Star Wars’-Themed Coming-Of-Age Comedy ‘5-25-77’ Starring John Francis Daley – First Look

Bob Dylan ’s new studio recording of his classic, “Blowin’ in the Wind,” made on a new recording format pioneered by T Bone Burnett , will be auctioned off at Christie’s in London on July 7. The one-of-a-kind recording has an estimated price of £600,000 to £1 million, or about $752,000 to $1.2 million. The lot is also billed as Dylan’s first studio recording of “Blowin’ in the Wind” since it was originally recorded in 1962. The song was officially released on The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan in 1963, but recorded on July 9, 1962 — meaning the Christie’s auction will take place two days before the 60th anniversary of the song’s recording. On top of all that, Dylan’s new version of “Blowin’ in the Wind” was recorded during a special session with Burnett and pressed on the producer’s new “Ionic Original” disc. Burnett announced the new recording format — and an accompanying company, NeoFidelity — last month, boasting that the quality of Ionic Originals far surpassed recordings issued … [Read more...] about Bob Dylan’s New Recording of ‘Blowin’ In the Wind’ Headed to Auction Before Song’s 60th Anniversary

Morton “Mort” Janklow, a so-called “super agent” whose roster of literary stars included Ronald Reagan, Pope John Paul II, Danielle Steele, Judith Krantz, Sidney Sheldon, Ted Turner and Barbara Walters, died Wednesday of heart failure at his home in Water Mill, NY, just days before his 92nd birthday. His death was announced by publicist Paul Bogaards, speaking on behalf of Janklow’s family and his literary agency, Janklow & Nesbit Associates. Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2022: Photo Gallery “Mort was a beacon of positivity and hope in an uncertain world,” Bogaards’ business partner, Lynn Nesbit, said in a statement. “He radiated optimism and his clients, family, and friends were always leaning on and learning from him as a result. He was a bright light in the publishing world, devoted to his writers and passionate about our business. We will all miss him.” Janklow earned his authors some of the highest advances in publishing history, topping $1 … [Read more...] about Mort Janklow Dies: Literary Superagent For Top Authors And Politicians Was 91