Let us look back at the history of Russian propaganda films. The standard-bearer must be Sergei Eisenstein’s 1938 “Alexander Nevsky,” a Stalinist-era epic centered on the hero Prince Alexander, who drove out the Romans in the 13th century. The barely-veiled subtext of that film, however, was a depiction of Russo-German relations as the war loomed ahead, with a call to arms for citizens and a clear warning to would-be attackers. I’ve no idea how effective it was at reaching its propagandistic goals, but the film itself is gorgeous and filled with inventive effects, and Eisenstein accomplished at least the feat of cinematic excellence.
Flash forward to 2018, and the quality of Russian propaganda films has fallen dramatically. Case in point: “Maximum Impact,” a joint Russian-American action comedy about a top-secret summit meeting between the American secretary of state and Russian head of state, with the goal of shoring up relations between the two countries.
Flash forward to 2018, and the quality of Russian propaganda films has fallen dramatically. Case in point: “Maximum Impact,” a joint Russian-American action comedy about a top-secret summit meeting between the American secretary of state and Russian head of state, with the goal of shoring up relations between the two countries.
- 9/26/2018
- by April Wolfe
- The Wrap
Unified Pictures has acquired North American rights to the action/comedy film “Maximum Impact”, starring international action star Alexander Nevsky (“Showdown in Manila”). Written by Ross Lamanna (“Rush Hour”) and directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak (“Romeo Must Die”), the cast includes Kelly Hu (“The Scorpion King”), William Baldwin (“The Purge: TV series”), Tom Arnold (“True Lies”), Mark Dacascos (“John Wick 3: Parabellum”) and Danny Trejo (“Machete”).
“Maximum Impact” will be released in theaters on September 28, 2018, and On Demand, DVD, Blu-ray and Digital Video on October 2, 2018.
Sinopsys
When the granddaughter of the Us Secretary of the State is kidnapped in Moscow, an agent of the Federal Security Service of Russia (Alexander Nevsky) and the Us Secret Service are forced to pull aside their differences and work together to prevent a full-scale international crisis.
“Maximum Impact” is produced by Nevsky through his production company Hollywood Storm.
Nevsky is a former Mr. Universe and...
“Maximum Impact” will be released in theaters on September 28, 2018, and On Demand, DVD, Blu-ray and Digital Video on October 2, 2018.
Sinopsys
When the granddaughter of the Us Secretary of the State is kidnapped in Moscow, an agent of the Federal Security Service of Russia (Alexander Nevsky) and the Us Secret Service are forced to pull aside their differences and work together to prevent a full-scale international crisis.
“Maximum Impact” is produced by Nevsky through his production company Hollywood Storm.
Nevsky is a former Mr. Universe and...
- 8/6/2018
- by Adriana Rosati
- AsianMoviePulse
Los Angeles-based Unified Pictures has obtained the North American rights to the action/comedy Maximum Impact, directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak (Romeo Must Die) from a script by Ross Lamanna (Rush Hour). Starring Alexander Nevsky (Showdown in Manila), Kelly Hu (The Scorpion King), William Baldwin (The Purge: TV series), Tom Arnold (True Lies), Mark Dacascos (John Wick 3: Parabellum) and Danny Trejo (Machete), the pic will get a theatrical release September 28 before rolling out on digital and DVD platforms October 2. The plot: When the granddaughter of the Us Secretary of the State is kidnapped in Moscow, an agent of the Federal Security Service of Russia (Nevsky) and the Us Secret Service are forced to pull aside their differences and work together to prevent a full-scale international crisis. Nevsky produced the pic via his company Hollywood Storm. Steve Break negotiated the deal on behalf of Unified Pictures along with Nevsky on behalf of the filmmakers.
- 8/1/2018
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
The viral video now rivals the TV commercial as the venue for up-and-coming directors and actors to get noticed. Advertising has long been a backdoor into the entertainment industry. Directors such as Ridley Scott, who made the iconic “1984” ad for Apple, and Michael Bay, who directed the first “Got Milk?” ad, launched their careers in advertising. Justin Long is perhaps more famous for playing a Mac in Apple commercials than any of his film roles. Now, companies ranging from the upstart crowdfunding site IndieFilmFunding.com to Tequila Avion are opening their ad campaigns to submissions from young filmmakers. Tequila Avion recently partnered with the Film Department at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, a town just outside of Los Angeles, on a viral video competition. Student filmmakers were invited to create a TV commercial or viral video inspired by the premium tequila. Twelve finalists, six from each category, were...
- 7/3/2014
- backstage.com
Film-maker and video game producer died on Friday in a motorcycle accident.
Michael Gottlieb has died at the age of 69.
The writer/director of films such as Mr. Nanny and Mannequin died on Friday in a motorcycle accident on the Angeles Forest Highway north of La Canada Flintridge, official said.
As well as films, Gottlieb also produced several video games including Mortal Kombat 4 and NBA Hangtime.
Beginning his professional career working as an assistant on film and photo shoots, Gottlieb found success as a fashion photographer before becoming a Clio Award-wiinning commercial director and cinematographer, making national spots for the likes of Xerox, Coca-Cola and McDonald’s.
Gottlieb most recently taught screenwriting classes for the undergraduate and graduate film departments at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. “Michael Gottlieb was superbly talented in an unusual number of creative disciplines,” commented Film Chair Ross Lamanna.
“His love for his students and generosity with his time and...
Michael Gottlieb has died at the age of 69.
The writer/director of films such as Mr. Nanny and Mannequin died on Friday in a motorcycle accident on the Angeles Forest Highway north of La Canada Flintridge, official said.
As well as films, Gottlieb also produced several video games including Mortal Kombat 4 and NBA Hangtime.
Beginning his professional career working as an assistant on film and photo shoots, Gottlieb found success as a fashion photographer before becoming a Clio Award-wiinning commercial director and cinematographer, making national spots for the likes of Xerox, Coca-Cola and McDonald’s.
Gottlieb most recently taught screenwriting classes for the undergraduate and graduate film departments at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. “Michael Gottlieb was superbly talented in an unusual number of creative disciplines,” commented Film Chair Ross Lamanna.
“His love for his students and generosity with his time and...
- 5/27/2014
- by ian.sandwell@screendaily.com (Ian Sandwell)
- ScreenDaily
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