Chicago Director Steve James, well known for his groundbreaking 1994 documentary “Hoop Dreams” who has recently added another acclaimed doc, “The Interrupters” (2011) to his resume, will speak at the Energy BBDO Chicago Creative Salon, February 9th.nn”Hoop Dreams,” which chronicles six years in the lives of two young athletes from Chicago with NBA aspirations, offers a rare, multidimensional view of life in the inner city. The film won every major critics award, a Peabody, and a Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award, and was described by Roger Ebert as “one of the greatest movie-going experiences of my lifetime.”nnJames’s latest work, “The Interrupters,” which follows three former gang members working with the local CeaseFire program to intervene in violent conflicts in the community. The film premiered last year at the Sundance Film Festival and has gone on to receive widespread critical acclaim. Reader critic J.R. Jones writes, “You couldn’t ask for a more thoughtful or moving examination of a more profound American problem.”nnJames is represented for commercial work at bi-coastal Nonfiction Unlimited. His projects there have included those for Adidas, Ford, the Olympic Committee and Visa.nnEnergy BBDO’s Creative Salon features inspiring talks with some of Chicago’s most creative icons. Beer, wine and light appetizers will be served. James will speak beginning at 4 p.m. CST at the agency’s office in the Wrigley Building, 410 N. Michigan Ave., 9th Floor, Chicago. nnRSVP: Energy BBDO Creative Salon Facebook or see the live stream on Energy BBDO’s Website.nnSteve James will speak Thursday, February 9th, 2012, beginning at 4 p.m. CST
nnAbout Nonfiction UnlimitednSteve James is represented for commercials by bi-coastal Nonfiction Unlimited, a production company working exclusively with documentary filmmakers for commercials, new media and branded content projects. www.nonfictionunlimited.comn
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Experience A Delectable Blend Of Joy And Fear – Watch “ALY” At A Festival Near You!
”ALY,” the latest genre-blending short film from writer, director, and editor Kevin L. Lee, is making the rounds on the festival circuit. The short film premiered at the EB Indie Film Festival on August 3, 2024, and has since been showcased at the 2024 El Paso Film Festival, the 2024 New York Shorts International Film Festival, and the 2024 Sherman Oaks Film Festival, among others. “ALY” is starting 2025 off strong with its screening at Short. Sweet. Film Fest. on March 2, 2025. A captivating mix of comedy, romance, and horror, ”ALY” explores the nerve-wracking excitement of new love with an unexpected twist. The 14-minute short follows Michael and Aly on what could be the most significant night of their relationship—until Aly’s unsettling revelation threatens to change everything.
“Even though ”ALY” is technically a horror film, my hope is for the story to feel down-to-earth and relatable,” says director Kevin L. Lee. “I want the audience to have a good laugh and see themselves in these characters in their own weird, unique way.”Lee, an Asian-American filmmaker based in New York City, has spent over a decade immersed in film criticism and journalism. Lee brings a deep understanding of genre and narrative to his directorial work. With an MFA in film producing from Columbia University, he continues to develop innovative projects across film and television. Lee’s latest film, “ALY ,” has garnered widespread acclaim, not only for its compelling storytelling but also for his directorial approach, which has been praised by the film’s lead cast. Max Schuster, lead actor, shared, “Kevin is one of... Read More