The Official Site of Filmmaker Alrick Brown

Filmmaker Magazine’s “25 New Faces of Independent Film”

orionpax1 — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:20:43 +0000

Photo by Richard Koek www.richardkoek.com

I was honored to be mentioned Filmmaker Magazine’s “25 New Faces of Independent Film.” Take a peek. And check out the full page photo & article in FILMMAKER MAGAZINE. (On select news stands.)

Peace

KINYARWANDA IN THEATERS FALL 2011 via AFFRM

orionpax1 — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:47:07 +0000

SEE KINYARWANDA IN THEATERS!!!

July 4th, our Film Independence Day, AFFRM, The African American Film Releasing Movement announced KINYARWANDA as it second selection. We are proud, humbled and honored.

Watch the announcement here:

AFFRM ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO

Spread the word and learn more about the movement!

http://www.affrm.com/

www.kinyarwandamovie.com

Midnight in Paris

orionpax1 — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 17:48:53 +0000

Beautiful journey. I wouldn’t call myself a Woody Allen fan per se but I am now…or at least I am a fan of this simple, eloquent, fun, and intelligent film. I have my critique but we can talk about that when I see you next…Check it out. Midnight in Paris

“Somebody to Love” selected for Tribeca All Access

orionpax1 — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:31:25 +0000

SOMEBODY TO LOVE is one of 12 films chosen to participate in the Tribeca All Access Program 2011. To learn more click the link for article:

http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/tribeca-all-access-program-selects-12-projects-grants-mentoring-25583

http://www.tribecafilminstitute.org

KINYARWANDA wins Audience Award at SUNDANCE in World Dramatic Competition

orionpax1 — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:00:08 +0000

Check out the official Sundance page:

http://www.sundance.org/festival/

http://www.sundance.org/festival/article/2011-competition-film-announcement/

KINYARWANDA Sundance Preparations

orionpax1 — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 06:21:47 +0000

Jon Reiss spits knowledge on Major & Minor Festival Prep. A must read for indie filmmakers. Notice his mention of KINYWANDA. Join us on Facebook & become a part of our distribution plan.

http://jonreiss.com/blog/2010/12/14/lessons-from-the-lab-advice-to-films-heading-for-their-festival-premiere/

From “Plainfield to Sundance” KINYARWANDA will premiere at the 2011 SUNDANCE Film Festival

orionpax1 — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:38:16 +0000

Honored, humbled, and proud of our entire cast and crew, as well as all those who have supported along the way. Thanks mom!

Read the official announcement:

http://www.sundance.org/festival/article/2011-competition-film-announcement/

Click here for the: Courier News Article

My New Favorite Movie!

orionpax1 — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:21:46 +0000

To understand the very nature of media and politics in the United States one does not have to look much further than Elia Kazan’s A FACE IN THE CROWD. I recently watched it after much time ‘planning too’ and was blown away by Kazan’s direction, the cinematography (camera placement to be precise), the performances of all the actor’s particularly the work of Patricia Neal, and the writing of Bud Schulberg. The film also stars Andy Griffith and Anthony Franciosa.

I knew the concept but still went into this one pretty blind and so should you. The trailer and synopsis, in my opinion, give to much of the film away. However, it is still a worthwhile journey. See this prophetic film to understand the presidency of George W. Bush, the fame and success of Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck, Sarah Palin, Snooki and to a greater extent the way politics, business, media and entertainment have become entangled.

The political context of the film is a part of the reason Schulberg & Kazan put so much into this one. Like much of Kazan’s more intense work, it was produced after they were swept up in the anti-communist movement led by Senator Joseph McCarthy and the House of Un-American Activities Committee investigations. That is an aspect of Kazan and Shulberg’s journey worth looking further into. Art born out of the true complexities of life is always far more interesting. A FACE IN THE CROWD is one piece of such art that should not be overlooked. In fact, it should be required.

Keynote Speaker for Plainfield’s Promise

orionpax1 — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 04:38:55 +0000

Film director & Plainfield native Alrick Brown will be the keynote speaker for Plainfield’s Promise. Alrick will speak on defining success & show highlights of his upcoming movie. Please contact me if interested in attending and let’s show our kids we care and will help protect, provide and prepare them. October 30, 11……-2 pm at Washington school in Plainfield, New Jersey.

Contact: Lucy Sanchez @ youthexposure@gmail.com www.youthexposure.org

A 2010 Plainfield Police Athletic League Youth Exposure Event

Co-sponsored by Omega Psi Phi – Omicron Chi Chapter, Wazito Freestyle, Tiaras Crowns & Mother to Son

KINYARWANDA receives CINEREACH GRANT!!!

orionpax1 — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 17:33:48 +0000

We are proud to announce that KINYARWANDA is one of the recipients of this summer’s cycle CINEREACH GRANT. Congrats to all of the other filmmakers. Thank you CINEREACH & IFP for the continued support!!!!!!!!

Click the link:

CINEREACH GRANT INFO