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Legendary filmmaker Uwe Boll sits down at the American Film Market 2025 for his freshest interview yet.From cult classics (Postal, Rampage) to new action films and unexpected industry insights, Boll opens up about financing, streaming, the Armie Hammer comeback, global production, and the future of indie films.This is Boll exactly how fans want him—sharp, honest, fearless.👉 Full article + coverage at DailyOvation.com👉 Like, Subscribe & drop your thoughts in the comments!⏱️ CHAPTERS (Timestamps)00:00 – Opening: Uwe Boll at AFM 202500:16 – Which films fans ask about most01:05 – Why Postal and Rampage became cult hits03:12 – How Boll finances independent films04:28 – Investor profits & smart budgets06:17 – Streaming changed everything (good + bad)08:03 – His restaurant, wine life & big pivot back to film10:07 – New release: Run (streaming worldwide)10:36 – Citizen Vigilante + the Armie Hammer comeback11:47 – First Shift 2 & 3 on Paramount+12:44 – Where filmmaking is affordable in 202514:49 – Drone shots, unions & real production hurdles16:18 – How Boll chooses stories & genres19:08 – Europe’s political tension & migrant themes20:44 – What Hollywood is doing wrong22:20 – What Hollywood still gets right23:30 – Closing thoughts at AFM 2025#UweBoll #AFM2025 #AmericanFilmMarket #IndependentFilm #FilmIndustry #MovieBusiness #FilmFinancing #FilmDistribution #DirectorsLife #CinemaIndustry #BehindTheScenes

In this AFM 2025 conversation, director Christine Lakin and producer Alexandra Engelson break down I Won’t Dance—a coming-of-age ballroom romance set to shoot in the Canary Islands with serious crossover appeal for theater lovers and dance fans.We dig into Christine’s journey from Step by Step to award-winning director, why ballroom is the perfect “bougie sport” for this story, how Gen Z dance culture and TikTok strategy, with responsible financing, strong tax incentives.Welcome & AFM 2025 SetupWhy we’re talking to filmmakers, directors, financiers and investors about why film production can be a smart, disciplined investment.0:37 – Meet Director Christine LakinAirport recognition, ’90s nostalgia, and how Step by Step still lives rent-free in people’s memories.1:20 – From TGIF Star to DirectorChristine’s evolution: acting, choreography as a “side hustle,” theater as “church,” and the epiphany that led her to directing.3:22 – Training Ground: TV vs. FeaturesWhat fast-paced TV taught her about time management, improvisation, collaboration, and staying “overly prepared” on set.5:24 – What I Won’t Dance Is Really AboutThe pitch: YA coming-of-age rom-com, sports movie, ballroom drama—with that love-hate “will they/won’t they” spark.6:37 – Beyond Dance: Family, Legacy & IdentityHow Elena and Xavier’s stories reflect class, privilege, pressure, and the journey to finally be yourself.9:15 – Bougie, But Make It RealBallroom as a “bougie sport,” and why chefs, winemakers, restaurateurs and mixologists will feel seen by the grind behind the glamour.11:21 – Why the Canary Islands?Introducing partner Hula Hoop, using one region for a “small U.S. town” and Vegas, plus the practical magic of incentives and locations.13:15 – Creative Process & ScoutingHow Christine plans shots, trusts her instincts, and turns locations into character—even last minute.15:00 – Message to the Canary IslandsExcitement, early buzz, friends begging to be “packed in her suitcase,” and the anticipation of working with Spanish and local crews.16:01 – Enter Producer Alexandra EngelsonAlexandra joins to explain why the story is universal, why dance is for everyone, and how accessibility is built into the film’s DNA.17:20 – Universality, Comfort & Rewatch ValueWhy this film is designed to be rewatched, to feel like “home,” and to make ballroom relatable for people who don’t own $2,000 dresses.18:00 – Dance as Therapy & Universal LanguageWhy when words fail, we sing—and when singing fails, we dance. Movement as emotion, joy, and a language without borders.19:36 – Fitting the 2026 Global MarketGen Z, TikTok, Dancing with the Stars numbers, and why a female-directed dance film hits the sweet spot.20:31 – TikTok, Dentists & Dance ContentHow dance videos dominate feeds, why TikTok is essential to the strategy.21:46 – The Investment Pitch (Not Financial Advice)Building a trilogy, responsible budgeting, using incentives, and diversifying with brand sponsorships to reduce risk.22:59 – Cameos, Easter Eggs & Judges With AttitudeFun ideas for high-profile cameos and the personality-driven judges become fan-favorite moments.24:18 – Following the JourneyWhere to follow: @ChristineLakinDirector and @MagicAndMoxieProductions on Instagram for updates, casting news, and behind-the-scenes.#IWontDance #ChristineLakin #americanfilmmarket #AFM2025 #YAFilm #IndependentFilm #BallroomDancing #FilmInvestment #DancingWithTheStars #TikTokDance #CanaryIslands

Step inside American Film Market (AFM) 2025, where deals get made and the future of entertainment takes shape.In this exclusive conversation, Jeff Caruso, Senior Vice President of Sales and Success at Wrapbook, joins Daily Ovation’s Joe Winger to discuss how technology and AI are reshaping the business of filmmaking — from packaging to payback.🎥 Learn how Wrapbook’s next-generation financial tools are helping producers, financiers, and line producers move faster, smarter, and more efficiently in a global marketplace.“Technology is driving and redefining both how content’s made and what’s getting made right now,” says Caruso.Get ready for insider insights, sharp humor, and the kind of flavor that only comes from people who live and breathe the business of storytelling.👉 For filmmakers, investors, and anyone who believes creativity and capital can coexist beautifully.Read more about Wrapbook and AFM here:🌐 https://www.wrapbook.com/resources⏱️ Chapters (Timestamps)00:00 – Welcome to AFM 2025: The Business Behind the Movies00:42 – Introducing Jeff Caruso, SVP of Sales & Success at Wrapbook01:20 – “Where Capital Meets Commerce”: The Promise of AFM02:15 – How Technology and AI Are Redefining Film Production04:00 – The Antiquated Side of Hollywood Workflows05:30 – Why Wrapbook Is Changing the Game for Filmmakers07:05 – “AI Isn’t the Job — It’s the Tool for the Job”08:45 – AFM Finance Panel: The Heavy Hitters You Need to Know10:10 – How Wrapbook Helps Filmmakers Save Time and Money11:40 – “Do More with Less” — The Reality of Film Production in 202513:00 – The Future of Film Financing and AI14:20 – Final Thoughts: Possibility, Responsibility & Passion#AFM2025 #AmericanFilmMarket #JeffCaruso #Wrapbook #FilmFinance #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #FilmInvestment #MovieBusiness #HollywoodTech #AIinFilm #FilmProducers #AFMLosAngeles #EntertainmentIndustry

The On the Rocks documentary follows the rise, fall, and revival of Primadonna —the beloved Pittsburgh restaurant run by Joseph Costanzo Jr. at the center of Maria C. Palmer and Ruthie Robbins bestselling book. In this interview, they reveal how a chance radio encounter with director Ryan Rust (Venture Road Productions) led to cameras rolling, why Pittsburgh’s steel-mill soundstages and gritty streets double as cinematic gold, and how archival gems—like a former server’s vintage kitchen footage and classic commercials—anchor the film’s heart.You’ll hear candid insights on funding, festivals, and translating hospitality to screen; how chef cousin Pino’s pasta-tossing energy shapes reenactments; and why service, storytelling, and community still matter. Expect hard-won advice for authors going from page to production, event playbooks from a 500-guest launch at the Heinz History Center, and the fun-loving spirit (yes, free zucchini) that made Primadonna a legend. #documentary #restaurantdocumentary #MariaCPalmer #JosephCostanzoJr #Pittsburghfilm

The Return of Uncle Jerry’s Chocolate Pretzels — Handmade, Healthy, and Seriously AddictiveIn this episode, welcome back Misty Skolnick from Uncle Jerry’s Handmade Pretzels — a family-run Lancaster County classic that’s been baking natural sourdough pretzels for 35+ years.This time, Misty reveals the long-awaited comeback of their chocolate-covered pretzels — a seasonal fan favorite that’s only available from October to April. Made with premium Wilbur chocolate and Uncle Jerry’s all-natural sourdough base, these treats bridge the gap between candy indulgence and wholesome snacking.They discuss:The nostalgic story behind Uncle Jerry’s 100% natural pretzelsHow chocolate season transforms Halloween and the holidaysWhy these pretzels are healthier (and more satisfying) than typical candyThe five irresistible chocolate flavors you can try right now🍫 Order yours at unclejerryspretzels.com🎃 Celebrate fall the handmade way!

Ready to level up your snack game? Discover why Uncle Jerry’s Handmade Sourdough Pretzels are the ultimate foodie obsession—from crunchy, low-salt twists to chocolate-drenched seasonal treats. Co-owner Misty Skolnick shares the family legacy behind these small-batch Pennsylvania pretzels that are clean, all-natural, and actually good for you.🛒 Order now before they disappear: https://unclejerryspretzels.com📲 Follow @UncleJerrysPretzels for flavor drops and insider pretzel perks!👉 LIKE if you're a snack lover👉 SUBSCRIBE for more gourmet taste tests👉 COMMENT: Are you #TeamLowSalt or #ExtraDark?#SourdoughPretzels #HealthySnacks #ArtisanFood #FoodieFinds #SnackReview #UncleJerrys #SmallBatchSnacks #CleanLabel #GourmetSnacks

Nomadica Wines offers sparkling, rose, white, red and orange options -- both canned and bag in a box.Nomadica Wines are sourced from vineyards with responsible farming practices and winemakers who engage in low intervention wine making.Wine-lovers can be 100% confident you’re drinking serious sommelier-quality wine.Something really cool about our wines is everything's practicing organic. No pesticides, no synthetic fertilizers, all of our wines are fermented dry. Naturally zero grams of sugar per serving. They have nice fruit notes, but none of the wines are sweet.Crushable bright flavor. Across the gamut, our entire portfolio has a brightness and a freshness to it. All of our wines are like slightly aromatic because I love an aromatic variety, but part of the thought that we put behind the brand is that I wanted to take that sommelier curation and put it in the restaurant, on the retail shelf so that when you're serving Nomadica at your home, at parties and the beach, 99% percent of people will love it.I'm doing the work on the back end on blending, sourcing, creating these flavor profiles that's really taking that wine experience, that decade plus of developing my own palette and giving it back to the consumer. Joe Winger: What are the best ways to follow your journey and to learn more about you?Kristin Olszewski: You can buy Nomadica online and our new rosé yuzu spritz, which is delicious at www.ExploreNomadica.com. And then our socials are at instagram.com/NomadicaAnd if you want to follow me. I’m at instagram.com/Kristin__O.Daily Ovation covers food, entertainment and travel around the country and the world. FlavRReport is our city-to-city section. Both magazines Editor-in-Chief is Joe Wehinger on IG and Twitter as Joe Winger.

Alec Baldwin leads Oscar Worthy Cast in thriller "Crescent City" We talk with Filmmaker RJ CollinsOscar nominee Alec Baldwin, Oscar nominee Terrence Howard, Esai Morales, Nicky Whalen star in this fast-paced thriller directed by RJ Collins.When a small southern town is terrorized by a relentless serial killer everyone becomes a suspect… including local authorities. As the body count rises and the dark mystery deepens, the chief detective becomes haunted by the horrors of his past. Academy Award Nominee’s Terrence Howard and Alec Baldwin star in a mesmerizing crime thriller about what it costs to catch a killer.Daily Ovation covers food, entertainment and travel around the country and the world. FlavRReport is our city-to-city section. Both magazines Editor-in-Chief is Joe Wehinger on IG and Twitter as Joe Winger.Find the full story at:https://dailyovation.com/https://nyc.flavrreport.com/https://la.flavrreport.com/https://vegas.flavrreport.com/https://dc.flavrreport.com/https://philly.flavrreport.com/