Barbed Wire Media

12/12/2024

This designation confers on the holder the 'seal of approval' from the ONLY screenwriting conference created by the late Dr. Lew Hunter of UCLA Screenwriting, (The "Godfather" of American Screenwriting).

12/11/2024

Brian De Palma: "Some of my films that have gotten the worst reviews are the ones they keep talking about today, so it's hard for me to really assess the long-term effect of them. I can't take it too seriously. Basically, you're being judged against the fashion of the day and, of course, the fashion of the day changes all the time. So what endures is what's important, I guess, and I'm just very fortunate that I've made movies that seem to have endured."

The original release of "Scarface" (1983) was met with a negative critical response, and was criticized for its violence and explicit language. The New York Magazine defined it as an empty, bullying, and overblown B movie. Writers Kurt Vonnegut and John Irving were among those who walked out in disgust after the notorious chainsaw scene. At the middle of the film, Martin Scorsese turned to Steven Bauer (who played Manny) and told him, "You guys are great – but be prepared, because they're going to hate it in Hollywood ... because it's about them."

According to AMC's "DVD TV: Much More Movie" airing, Cher loved the film, Lucille Ball came with her family and hated it because of the graphic violence and language, and Dustin Hoffman was said to have fallen asleep.

Although initial critical reception was negative (due to its excessive violence, profanity, and graphic drug usage), and some Cuban expatriates in Miami objected to the film's portrayal of Cubans as criminals and drug traffickers, in the years that followed, critics have reappraised it, and it is now considered one of the greatest gangster films ever made.

Regarding why he would not add rap songs to the soundtrack of "Scarface": "They said it would help promotion, presenting the film in a different way, but Giorgio's [composer Giorgio Moroder] music was true to the period, I argued - and no one changes the scores on movies by Martin Scorsese, John Ford, (or) David Lean. If this is the 'masterpiece' you say, leave it alone. I fought them tooth and nail and was the odd man out, not an unusual place for me. I have final cut, so that stopped them dead."

11/01/2024

THE PLAN has been selected as a nominee for the feature Screenplay category. Anyone going to be in Glasgow December 1st?

10/11/2024

I finally found the right frame for this. Overlook Hotel circa 1920.

09/22/2024

Thanks to everyone who made it to the premiere of BENT at the Varsity Theater Thursday night in Ashland. It will be screening at the Klamath Falls Film Festival Saturday September 28th at 9:15 am if you missed it. Otherwise it will be streaming in about 3 months on the standard platforms. Talk about a little film that could. Thanks to all the actors and crew that showed up and especially Abby who flew in from LA to celebrate it's premier.

09/16/2024

Here's the trailer for BENT. Don't miss the premier screening Thursday night at the Varsity Theater!

09/16/2024

Another great interview with Ray Robison and Bent actor Clive Rosengren this morning on KOBI.

ASHLAND, Ore — Filmed mostly at various locations in Ashland with additional scenes shot in Medford, Barbed Wire Media’s latest thriller “Bent” premieres at Ashland’s Varsity Theater Thursday. Actor Clive Rosengren and Producer Ray Robison stopped by Sunrise this morning to talk with Natal...

09/15/2024

Rotten Tomatoes: “A spooky thriller that combines contemporary horror with folklore.” Bad Fish’s eerie plot and atmospheric setting keep viewers on the edge of their seats.”

09/15/2024

IGN: “Brad Douglas takes a fresh approach to the mermaid mythology, transforming it into an engrossing and horrifying horror story.”

09/15/2024

The Hollywood Reporter: “Bad Fish is a standout thriller of 2024 thanks to its strong performances and suspenseful direction, even though the premise might seem ridiculous.”

09/15/2024

Don't miss the one night only screening of BENT this Thursday night at 7:30pm at the Varsity Theater in Ashland. Most of the cast will be on hand including Bent leading actress, Abby Wathen. We'll be doing a meet and greet as well as a Q&A after the film. Hope to see you there!

Found on Google from shoutoutla.com

09/14/2024

A marine biologist investigating a series of deadly attacks on fishermen in an Oregon coastal town uncovers a chilling truth: the culprit is a mermaid, desperate to find a mate and breed before she must return to the sea.

09/11/2024

ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive Bad Fish clip, previewing the upcoming horror thriller about a group of oceanic legends.

09/11/2024

Here are all the streaming platforms for BAD FISH.

Find out how and where to watch "Bad Fish" online on Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ today – including 4K and free options.

09/10/2024

Bad Fish is up on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. Go get it!

When Fishermen and Salmon start disappearing in a small coastal town, the Sheriff recruits a Marine Biologist to help figure out the cause. After several dead ends, and even more bodies, they discover the answer may be tied to a horrific legend, a legend that is very, very real.

09/10/2024

BENT is a taut crime thriller mystery that keeps you guessing until the end. Filmed in the scenic lakes and mountains above Ashland, Oregon.
When a woman FBI agent investigates her missing niece in Green Springs, she uncovers a dangerous religious cult.

One sneak preview Thursday, September 19th, 7:30pm at the Varsity Theater in Ashland. Get tickets here:
https://www.internet-ticketing.com/websales/sales/comvar/start?film=2594