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Audio Film Review: Reunion Disunion in ‘The Stress is Killing Me’
CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com audio film review for the new film “The Stress is Killing Me,” a post millennial take on a “Big Chill” style college class of 2002 reunion, 20 years down the road. Available through digital download since March 7th. Todd (Theron LaFountain), and Sue (April Hartman) has rented a house for that 20-year college reunion. After the festivities their closest friends Jason (Grayson Barry), Kiki (Carly Christopher), Paul (Matthew Pa
Mar 15, 2025


High-Stakes Thriller Down to the Felt to Make World Premiere at Cinequest Film Festival on March 14
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, All Media PITTSBURGH, PA, March 6, 2025 — Big Deal Pictures in collaboration with Hawk Hill Pictures is excited...
Mar 11, 2025


Cinema Columbus Film Festival to Screen DOWN TO THE FELT as Opening Night Film
The screening takes place Wednesday, April 30 at 7 pm in the Southern Theatre. Presented by CAPA, the Cinema Columbus Film Festival will screen Down to the Felt, directed by Columbus filmmaker Jon Osbeck, as its opening night presentation Wednesday, April 30 at 7 pm in the Southern Theatre (21 E. Main St.). Written by a trio of Columbus residents – Osbeck, Dino Tripodis and Ralph Scott – and filmed on location in Columbus, Down to the Felt tells the story of a down-on-his-l
Mar 11, 2025


Reinventing Comedy: Tom Carroll on ‘The Stress is Killing Me’
In a world where career burnout is a growing concern, filmmaker Tom Carroll is bringing humor to the struggle with his latest feature, The Stress is Killing Me . The film, a comedic exploration of midlife crises and career reinvention, is set to premiere at the Landmark Westwood Theatre on February 28, 2025, before its digital release on March 7. “I noticed that people in their 40s were hitting the wall,” Carroll explains. “They worked like crazy and then woke up one day and
Mar 9, 2025


Tom Carroll Dishes About: “The Stress Is Killing Me!”
Tom Carroll, a multifaceted creative force in the entertainment industry, has made significant contributions as a writer, director, and author. His directorial work includes the film “The Stress is Killing Me,” and the PBS-aired documentary “Big Bad Budget,” which garnered national attention. Carroll also wrote and directed the intriguing film “Who Stole the Tasmanian Devils?” His literary prowess extends to the realm of fiction, where he has authored several novels, includin
Mar 9, 2025


FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA RELEASES COMEDY FEATURE “THE STRESS IS KILLING ME”
Original Comedy About Friends Gathering for Their 20th College Reunion Debuts on North American VOD Platforms and DVD on March 7, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / -- Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, has just released the comedy feature THE STRESS IS KILLING ME, which is now available to rent/own on all North American digital HD internet, cable, and satellite platforms, a
Mar 9, 2025


Exclusive The Stress is Killing Me Trailer Previews Mid-Life Crisis Comedy
ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive The Stress is Killing Me trailer , previewing the upcoming comedy feature about a group of friends meeting for their 20th college reunion. What happens in The Stress is Killing Me trailer? The Stress is Killing Me trailer details a group of friends coming together for their 20th reunion from college. Now much older, the group all talks about their past and present and the many heartfelt moments that come with it. The Stress is Killing Me w
Mar 9, 2025


'The Great One': Ben Avon's Sophie Guest stars in 1 of 2 new films with Roberto Clemente at center
The young actress stars in a '70s coming of age tale that will join 'Clemente' doc as highlights of the Three Rivers Film Festival Photo...
Nov 7, 2024


"The Great One" is one of six Three Rivers Film Festival offerings screening at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center from Nov. 15-17
"The Great One" is a Pittsburgh-filmed coming-of-age dramedy about a young girl who's obsessed with baseball and the 1970s Pirates. Now...
Nov 1, 2024


The Great One - Official Selection at Three Rivers Film Festival
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, All Media Contact: Jen Katzfey PITTSBURGH, PA - October 31, 2024 - The Great One, a family friendly drama film...
Oct 31, 2024


Three Rivers Film Festival returns to Lindsay Theater on Nov. 15
Photo Credit: Tull Family Theater “We’re always enthusiastic about hosting Three Rivers Film Festival screenings,” said Carolina Thor,...
Oct 31, 2024


Hawk Hill Pictures and International Distributor, Princ Films, Enter Into Film Sales Agreement for The Great One
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, All Media Contact: Jen Katzfey PITTSBURGH, PA - September 2, 2024 - Hawk Hill Pictures is pleased to announce its...
Sep 2, 2024


Hawk Hill Pictures Boards Docu-Series Born The Underdog
Photo: Born the Underdog/Hawk Hill Pictures/SLAAM Inc Pittsburgh-based production company, Hawk Hill Pictures, secures rights to new...
Jul 2, 2024


Hawk Hill Pictures Boards Docu-Series Born The Underdog
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, All Media Contact: Jen Katzfey PITTSBURGH, PA - July 1, 2024 - Pittsburgh-based Hawk Hill Pictures has acquired...
Jul 1, 2024


New movie about the Titanic starring Coleraine's Jayne Wisener now streaming
A new movie about an inquiry into the most impactful maritime disaster in history, the Titanic, which stars Coleraine’s Jayne Wisener, is...
Jun 12, 2024


New Titanic Movie Is Now Streaming UNSINKABLE: Titanic Untold Available on Prime Video and Movies Plus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, All Media Contact: Jen Katzfey PITTSBURGH, PA - June 5, 2024 - Embark on a captivating voyage through history as...
Jun 5, 2024


Bucha Review: A Brutal True Story Looks at Russia's War on Ukraine
On February 24th, 2022, the entire world was rocked to its very core when news broke that Russian forces had begun to storm Ukraine. Over time, these continuous and aggressive actions towards the latter country have consistently been called the biggest attack on any European country since World War II. One of the earliest but most startling maneuvers from Russia came not even a week later, on March 4th, when Vladimir Putin's military began their horrendous assault on one of U
Apr 7, 2024


Unsinkable: A Tale of Resilience and Triumph on the Big Screen
In the heart of the tumultuous sea of life, there are stories that resonate with the human spirit, tales of resilience that inspire and...
Mar 3, 2024


‘Bucha’ Producers Seek Major Streaming Deal For First Narrative Film Shot In Ukraine Since Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion
Credit: Courtesy Of Level The makers of Bucha , the first narrative feature film shot in Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of the country, are aiming for a major distribution deal for their gripping drama. Director Stanislav Tiunov and writer-producer Oleksandr Schur unveiled a nearly finished rough cut of the film at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Los Angeles on Saturday, the second anniversary of Russia’s brutal assault. The movie tells the heroic stor
Feb 8, 2024
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