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Goblin Valley: This Part of America Looks Like It’s an Alien Planet Straight Out of a Star Wars Movie

Dinesh PatelFebruary 19, 20240

Hanksville, UT – Nestled in the heart of Utah’s red rock country, Goblin Valley State Park offers visitors a glimpse into a landscape so unique it seems to belong on another planet. Renowned for its thousands of hoodoos and mushroom-shaped rock formations, colloquially known as “goblins,” this state park provides an unparalleled outdoor experience for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers alike. Goblin Valley, located between the towns of Green River and Hanksville, is characterized by its eerie and desolate beauty. The park’s distinctive features were formed by the erosive forces of wind and water over millions of years, sculpting the

Toms River Once Had Two Drive-In Movie Theaters, Here’s Where They Were

Phil StiltonOctober 30, 20230

Toms River, NJ – The drive-in movie theaters of Toms River once stood as community icons along Route 37 and Vaughn Avenue. Their large screens illuminated the night skies, beckoning movie lovers for an evening of cinematic escape nestled within the comfort of their cars. The humble township of Toms River boasted two drive-ins that were more than just venues for watching films; they were social rendezvous where memories were crafted under the starlit skies. The drive-in theaters emerged as part of the booming drive-in culture of the mid-20th century, capturing the essence of American pop culture. Toms River was

Rockville Police Department Hosts Halloween Movie Night with Free Pizza, Popcorn

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 24, 20230

ROCKVILLE, MD – Rockville City Police Department announced a Halloween-themed movie night on the lawn at Fallsgrove Park at Thomas Farm for this Friday. The event will feature a double movie screening, free pizza, popcorn and trunk or treating, starting at 6:00 p.m. The department disclosed that the double feature will begin at 6:30 p.m., showcasing “The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown” followed by “Hocus Pocus.” In addition to the movies, attendees can enjoy free pizza and popcorn, while supplies last. Rockville City Police officers will participate in trunk or treating, an activity where children go from car to car in

South Jersey Democrat Targeted for Producing X-Rated Movie

Phil StiltonOctober 16, 20230

CAMDEN, NJ – Democrats in New Jersey have done a bad job at vetting candidates in their upcoming November election. One such candidate paying the price for his hidden and seedy past is John Burzichelli, who is running against trucker Ed Durr. Durr upset South Jersey Democrat party boss Steve Sweeney. Now, Democrats have launched an unrelenting attack against Durr, but Durr shot back in the form of a commercial connecting Burzichelli’s production of a gay burlesque film called “Ladies Night Out” produced in 1983. Durr said the motive behind Burzichelli’s support of keeping parents out of the dark about

Movie Industry Hoping Taylor Swift Puts People Back in New Jersey’s Movie Theater Seats

Jessica WoodsOctober 8, 20230

LOS ANGELES – Pop star Taylor Swift reinvigorated the New York Jets last week with her appearance at Met Life Stadium to see her boyfriend Travis Kelce. Now movie theaters across the state are wondering if Swift’s appearance and a new movie playing in theaters will help put people back in theater seats across the Garden State. Swift, who has previously dominated concert tours and made voting trendy among her fan base, is set to make a notable impact on the pandemic-stricken movie box office with her concert film. Scheduled for release on Oct. 13, “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour”

Plan Your Perfect New Jersey Fall Family Movie Night; Here Are Some Suggestions and Tips

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 28, 20230

Autumn is a magical time of year—the leaves change colors, the air turns crisp, and the atmosphere radiates a sense of warmth and nostalgia. It’s also the perfect season for cozy movie nights with loved ones. If you’re searching for films that capture the essence of fall, look no further. Here are some of the best fall-themed movies to help you celebrate the season. For the Family: “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” (1966) The Peanuts gang is synonymous with the holidays, and their Halloween special is a charming, family-friendly choice. The story follows Linus as he waits for the

Movie Studios in Tri-State Area Remain Quiet as SAG Strike Continues

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 23, 20230

JERSEY CITY, NJ – Movie studios and sets across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania remain quiet as the Screen Actors Guild strike continues on. Striking Hollywood writers and studio executives concluded their third consecutive day of talks on Friday, agreeing to continue discussions on Saturday. The strike has reached its 144th day, impacting both film and TV production. High-profile executives including Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger, Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos, Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav, and Donna Langley, chairman of Comcast’s NBCUniversal Studio Group, were part of the negotiations with the Writers Guild of America (WGA). Representatives for

These Major Movie Productions Are on Hold Due to Hollywood Strike

Jessica WoodsSeptember 5, 20230

The ripple effects of the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes have sent shockwaves through Hollywood, paralyzing the industry’s most anticipated projects. Let’s delve into the background of each film and series caught in the crossfire. Apples Never Fall Based on a bestselling novel, “Apples Never Fall” was all set to explore a complex family drama with an ensemble cast of experienced actors. The film was in its early stages of script development when the strike hit. Beetlejuice 2 As a sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 cult classic, “Beetlejuice 2” had already drummed up significant fan interest. The project was deep into

Vancouver movie workers get creative with side hustles amid Hollywood shutdown

ReutersAugust 5, 20230

By Sarah Berman VANCOUVER (Reuters) – Twin strikes by Hollywood actors and writers have put the damper on Vancouver’s summer of movie magic, forcing the industry’s creative minds to turn to sometimes surprising side hustles to ride out the tough times. Known as “Hollywood North,” the city of Vancouver and its province of British Columbia comprise one of the largest film production centers in North America. Generating about C$3.6 billion in revenue ($2.7 billion) in 2022, it provides employment for a whole host of camera operators, logistics coordinators, animators, chefs and more. But with the strikes putting multiple productions on

ANGELA MORABITO: The Barbie Movie Is A Smashing Success. Here’s What It Signifies

The Daily CallerJuly 28, 20230

ANGELA MORABITO: The Barbie Movie Is A Smashing Success. Here’s What It Signifies Angela Morabito on July 28, 2023 “Barbie” is a smash hit, confounding those who expected the movie’s wokeness to dampen enthusiasm at the box office. The success of “Barbie” is more than getting people to buy movie tickets; it’s getting them to stream a soundtrack with customized songs about “Barbie,” to track Margot Robbie’s spot-on outfit recreations at every international press stop, to call up their friends and all flock to a theater wearing matching bubblegum pink. There is a social phenomenon surrounding “Barbie” that is larger

Beetlejuice II Movie Set Items Stolen, Police Investigating

Adam DevineJuly 23, 20230

EAST CORINTH, VT – The New England town of East Corinth, Vermont, is currently the scene of interest and nostalgia as the filming of Beetlejuice II, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1988 cult classic, is underway. The production has also attracted unwanted attention from souvenir hunters who have caused concern with two reported thefts from the movie set. State police officials are actively investigating the incidents, which occurred in separate instances. The first theft involved a large lamppost adorned with a distinctively carved pumpkin decoration. The thieves skillfully bundled up the lamppost, concealed it under a tarp, and swiftly

MEGAN BROCK: Why Media Outlets Want You To Think A Hit Movie About Child Sex Trafficking Is Linked To QAnon

The Daily CallerJuly 22, 20230

MEGAN BROCK: Why Media Outlets Want You To Think A Hit Movie About Child Sex Trafficking Is Linked To QAnon Megan Brock on July 22, 2023 For good reasons the box office hit movie Sound of Freedom has brought in over $100 million as it tells the true story of undercover federal agent Timothy Ballard and his suspenseful mission to rescue children being sex trafficked in Colombia. Central to the movie’s plot is the story of a bright-eyed, 11-year-old girl named Rocío, whose childhood innocence is quickly morphed into a nightmare of sexual exploitation when she is recruited into a

Cranford police, Downtown Cranford partner to host sensory friendly movie night

Phil StiltonMay 8, 20230

CRANFORD, NJ – The Cranford Police Department and the Cranford Fire Department partnered with Downtown Cranford Director Caren Demyen for the second time to host a Sensory Friendly Movie event at the Cranford Theaters. The event was made possible thanks to the generous donations of Brighton Air Corp and the Cranford Theater. Sensory Friendly Movie showings are designed to accommodate families with children who have sensory integration disorder, autism, or other special needs. These movies feature special accommodations that enable families to enjoy the movie without the negative stimuli or restrictions that are present during traditional movie screenings. For the

Movie Producer Sentenced For Conspiring To Operate A Prostitution Business

DOJ PressFebruary 9, 20230

Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced today that DILLON JORDAN, a/k/a “Daniel Jordan,” a/k/a “Daniel Maurice Hatton,” a/k/a “Daniel Bohler,” was sentenced today to five years in prison in connection with operating a prostitution business with national and international reach from 2010 through 2017. JORDAN pled guilty to conspiracy to violate the Mann Act on September 1, 2022, before U.S. District Judge John P. Cronan. Judge Cronan imposed today’s sentence. U.S. Attorney Damian Williams said: “For years, the defendant operated and profited from an extensive prostitution business that catered to wealthy men

AMC to price movie tickets based on seating

ReutersFebruary 6, 20230

(Reuters) – AMC Entertainment Holdings will start selling tickets at different prices based on the location of the seat in a auditorium, the theater chain operator said on Monday. Theater chain operators across the world are struggling to keep their businesses running, as the pandemic has reduced footfalls. The trend of online streaming has further exacerbated the situation AMC’s new program, called “Sightline at AMC”, will begin from Friday and will provide moviegoers with multiple seating options to meet their viewing preferences. It would have three tiers of seating – value, standard and preferred. Value seats are available for free

Netflix to build a new movie studio at the Jersey Shore

Jessica WoodsDecember 22, 20220

EATONTOWN, NJ – Move over Hollywood, the future of filmmaking might be a massive new studio being proposed by Netflix at an abandoned U.S. Army base in New Jersey, just a few miles from the Atlantic Ocean. Netflix, the revolutionary streaming service, has set its sights on Fort Monmouth, New Jersey for its next big project. In a move that could have huge implications for the local economy and film industry as a whole, Netflix is building a brand new studio at the former army base in Eatontown, New Jersey. This new development has sparked excitement from local businesses and

Man holds razor blade to woman’s neck, forcing her to pause movie on flight from JFK Airport

Adam DevineNovember 26, 20220

NEW YORK, NY – The flight from New York City to Utah was anything but the friendly skies when a male passenger held a straight razor to the neck of a woman sitting next to him. According to officials, after departing from JFK International Airport, Merrill Fackrell, 41, pulled a straight razor and held it near a woman’s throat seated next to him. Initial reports claim Fackrell demanded the woman pause her in-flight movie. It is not known how he got the razor on board or what caused him to act violently during the flight, but he was taken into

ADA Settlement with Cinemark USA, Inc. Improves Accessibility of Enfield Movie Theaters

DOJ PressOctober 31, 20220

Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, today announced that Cinemark USA, Inc. (“Cinemark”) has entered into a settlement agreement with the government to resolve allegations that the Cinemark Enfield Square 12 theaters, located at 90 Elm Street in Enfield, does not comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”). The settlement, which resolves a complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Justice that alleges that the Cinemark Enfield Square 12 is not physically accessible to persons with mobility disabilities, requires Cinemark to add ADA-compliant signage at exits and auditoriums, provide an accessible dining surface in

Destiny Lands Bennigan’s Starring Role in New Movie, ‘About Fate’

Jessica WoodsSeptember 7, 20220

Iconic restaurant brand and its signature dishes play key part in Hollywood film, opening Sept. 9 Dallas, TX (PRESS RELEASE) For many of its raving fans, Bennigan’s is the ideal spot to unwind with a good friend or even relive past date nights with your significant other. The new movie ‘About Fate’ proves that the iconic restaurant brand is still the perfect place to have fun and, just maybe, find your one true love. Starring Emma Roberts, Lewis Tan, Madelaine Petsch, and Thomas Mann, the romantic comedy revolves around an improbable love story that kicks off at – you guessed

Movie tickets to cost just $3 on ‘National Cinema Day’ across U.S.

ReutersAugust 29, 20220

(Reuters) – Movie tickets will cost just $3 for a day across most theaters in the United States as part of ‘National Cinema Day’, The Cinema Foundation said, as it ramps up efforts to encourage people to return to theaters. The Cinema Foundation, a non-profit arm of The National Association of Theater Owners, said more than 3,000 theaters with over 30,000 screens will offer tickets for $3, excluding tax, across all formats and show times on Sept. 3. The initiative is expected to revive the interest of moviegoers in large screens after a pandemic lull that has hit theater chains

After 32 Years, This Toms River Movie Theater is Closing for Good

Jessica WoodsAugust 18, 20220

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River used to be home to two drive-in theaters. When those died out, it became the theater capital of Ocean County with three theaters including the Ocean County Mall, Dover Mall and in the old theater next door to the former Bob Kislin’s store. In 1990, Loews Seacort Pavillion opened up to become the first mega-theater in Toms River, which put most other theaters already struggling out of business for good. Then came the Marquee Orchard Cinema on Route 37, but today Loews announced it will be closing the Lowes Seacoutt 10 theater. “AMC regularly

Pittsburgh Police Issue Alert for Missing 13-Year-Old Who Never Came Home from Movie Theater

Jeff JonesAugust 4, 20220

PITTSBURGH, PA – The Pittsburgh Police Department has issued an alert for a missing 13-year-old girl and are now asking the public for assistance in locating her. Pittsburgh Police SVU said Ashlynn Southerland is 5’1″, 115 pounds with black hair and blue eyes, with a scar under her right eye. She was last seen by her family on July 30. Her last known potential location was at a movie theater in Bridgeville on August 2. Ashlynn is known to spend time in Brookline, Beechview, and Dormont. She may also be in Mt. Lebanon. Her phone is turned off and she

Movie Producer Sentenced to Over 21 Years for Role in Film Financing Scheme

DOJ PressJuly 22, 20220

Miami, Florida – Yesterday, a federal district judge in South Florida sentenced a 44-year-old former actor and movie producer from Bartlesville, Oklahoma, to 262 months in prison for his role in a financing scheme that defrauded investors out of more than $60 million. The defendant, Jason Van Eman, also was ordered to pay certain victims over $9 million in restitution. The sentence comes after a federal jury found Van Eman guilty of conspiracy, wire fraud, and money laundering in May. According to the evidence, Van Eman held himself out as a film producer and financier, offering to fund independent motion

Movie Producer Sentenced to Over 21 Years for Role in Film Financing Scheme

DOJ PressJuly 22, 20220

Miami, Florida – Yesterday, a federal district judge in South Florida sentenced a 44-year-old former actor and movie producer from Bartlesville, Oklahoma, to 262 months in prison for his role in a financing scheme that defrauded investors out of more than $60 million. The defendant, Jason Van Eman, also was ordered to pay certain victims over $9 million in restitution. The sentence comes after a federal jury found Van Eman guilty of conspiracy, wire fraud, and money laundering in May. According to the evidence, Van Eman held himself out as a film producer and financier, offering to fund independent motion

He Assaulted A Teenager in a Movie Theater, Now This Florida Man Will Face Justice

Jeff JonesJune 21, 20220

Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk today said the man who beat a teenager in a movie theater in a video that went viral on the internet had been arrested and charged. Carl W. Pukin of Naples was arrested and charged after he battered a 15-year-old boy at the Town Center 6 movie theater on June 10. Pukin is also a suspect in an incident at Baker Park earlier this month. “Keeping children safe is my No. 1 priority,” said Sheriff Kevin Rambosk. “I am committed to ensuring anyone who commits an act of violence against a child in Collier County