Pixar’s newest movie – Día de los Muertos

Pixar’s “Toy Story 3” is the highest-grossing movie of all time in Mexico, where the animated adventure tale collected $59 million at the box office in 2010. The follow-up from “Toy Story 3” director Lee Unkrich and producer Darla K. Anderson is also likely to have strong appeal with Mexican audiences — and to boast …

Los Angeles Film Festival – June 14-24 – announces 2012 line-up

The Los Angeles Film Festival has announced its full line-up for 2012, which will screen a diverse slate of nearly 200 feature films, short films, and music videos, representing more than 30 countries, along with signature programs such as the Filmmaker Retreat, Poolside Chats, Coffee Talks, music events and more. Items of note: Opening Night …

San Diego Surf Film Festival – beach clean-up and handplane demo

This weekend is the San Diego Surf Film Festival and if you’re attending, you might want to come to this community event. On Saturday morning (8-10 AM) the festival is hosting a beach clean-up and handplane demo at La Jolla Shores. There will be coffee, sweet treats, bodysurfing, and a give-away, in addition to the clean-up: As …

Super Hero Film Festival – May 18-21 – from the Los Angeles Times

Friday, May 18 7:00 pm – Dawn of the Dead (2004) Special guests: Zack Snyder and Robert Kirkman 10:00 pm – Shaun of the Dead Special guest: Edgar Wright   Saturday, May 19 12:00 pm – RoboCop Special guest: Peter Weller 4:00 pm – A Clockwork Orange Special guest: Malcolm McDowell 8:30 pm – SUPER …

Free Surf Film – Wave of the Winter – a short film

An in-depth examination of a memorable season on the North Shore. Click here to download the movie for FREE *** Extended footage   More Free Surf Films: Surf Madness – from Sterling Spencer and PinchMySalt. Free surf films from Billabong, Vans, Nike, and Superbrand.

America exports the magic of (billion-dollar) movies

When it comes to exports, America brings movies to the world. So which ones are having the biggest impact? “The Avengers” is likely to stand with”Avatar,””Titanic”and iterations of “Harry Potter,” “Star Wars,” “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Lord of the Rings,””Toy Story” and”Transformers,” as one of a new breed of globally dominant film franchises. via LA Times These are …

San Diego Surf Film Festival – May 11-13, 2012

The inaugural San Diego Surf Film Festival welcomes one and all to celebrate the passion that we all share for just being in the ocean. Surfing and surf cinema alike have been developed by individuals with a deep passion for trying to capture and preserve the very special feeling of just being a surfer. The …

Yosemite – Range of Light

Ever since I became fascinated with timelapse photography almost 2 years ago, after seeing the work of Tom Lowe, I’ve wanted to do a piece on Yosemite and the Sierra. Now after almost 2 years of shooting, I’m thrilled to share. I hope you enjoy my vision of my home, the majestic Yosemite & Sierra. …