HollyShorts Featured in The CSA Chronicle

The HollyShorts Film Festival and Co-Founders Theo Dumont and Daniel Sol were featured in the Fall 2005 issue of The CSA Chronicle along with Casting Director Robert McGee who participated in a Q&A session at the festival.

Success for "Toilet Paper"

Our Improv comedy has made headlines in recent weeks. It's debut on IFILM saw the film climb in IFILM's Top 20, peaking at 18 in the comedy list. Over 1200 people have seen the film and that number grows.

Check it out, What Happened to the Toilet Paper?

Behold, Our New Logo!

Our new logo is finally here. We would like to thank Janna Magnusson for designing and putting the finishing touches on our new logo.

"What Happened to the Toilet Paper" climbs into IFILM's Top 50

Our newest film to IFILM is shooting up the charts. "What Happened to the Toilet Paper?" debuted in the Top 100 and has quickly moved into the Top 40 Comedy's on the site. Great start for our no-budget comedy. Thank you for your support. Our goal remains to get it into the Top 10. If you haven't seen it yet, it's not too late. It's a comedy that should provide you a few laughs.

Check it out, What Happened to the Toilet Paper?

Dumb Distraction Reviews Shoot-Out

Our latest review is from Dumb Distraction's Micah. Incredible review, here are some of his thoughts, "Hell, I generally hate sports movies, yet I found myself holding my breath as each man got closer and closer to scoring 15 points. Usually when I watch indie shorts, I go in ready to grant the actors and the filmmakers a certain level of slack, because they're new, they're inexperienced, and they're trying to make it in this big tough world. Well, I'm happy to report that no such slack was needed here."

Here is the full review, Dumb Distraction reviews Shoot-Out

"What Happened to the Toilet Paper?"

Our long anticipated no-budget comedy has made it's debut on IFILM. "What Happened to the Toilet Paper?" is a story of 10 men and 1 toilet. It features our largest ensemble cast consisting of Mark Primiano, Tyshawn Bryant, Daniel Sol, Kevin Deen, Theo Dumont, Dan Westerman, Chris Cain, Brian Erzen, Liane Ojito, Tom Graham, and Chuck Santa Crose. It was shot by Paul A. Newman, edited by Rob Fiedler, scored by Chris Smith, Brian Smith, & Day the "Untouchable." It is written and directed by David Branin.

Click on the picture below to vew the film.

If you are having trouble, you can also watch the movie here, What Happened to the Toilet Paper?

"Shoot-Out" Receives 9 out of 10 Rating

We have just received an amazing review from Canada's Greg Ferguson, "The Erudite Film Critic." We are working our way around the world. Here is a quote.

"Shoot-Out is a first-class independent short and hopefully an indication of greater things to come from Branin and Bryant."

For the full review, click here Shoot-Out(2005)

"Shoot-Out" Receives Official Selection from the "Eureka Springs Digital Film Festival"

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"Shoot-Out" is an Official Selection to the Eureka Springs Digital Film Festival. It will be screened Wednesday November 9th at the Lucky 7 Rooftop Lounge. The night is dubbed, "Sports Night" and it showcases "Shorts, features & documentaries about Sports. Also featuring billiards, cards, darts, tasty adult beverages and other fun & games!"


For further details please visit the homepage,
Eureka Springs Digital Film Festival

World's Greatest Critic J.C. Macek III Reviews Shoot-Out and Gives it 4.5 Stars out of 5!

We are overwhelmed with the latest review of "Shoot-Out" by the man who refers to himself as the World's Greatest Critic. When we first contacted J.C. Macek III, he let us know his review standards, "It's my pleasure to review independent films, just so long as the makers respect the fact that my opinion will be honest and fair, and that it's understood that my writing style is primarily comical. In short, no hurt feelings intended."

Well, what did he have to say about "Shoot-Out?" This is just a snippet...

"I'm not being overly generous to tell you that Shoot-Out is a triumph, a surprising, well planned, well acted, well shot, well scored and well directed triumph. Shoot-Out is a prime representative of the very best kind of independent short film. It knows the story it needs to tell, and it tells it perfectly within the exact time constraints that it requires, without hubris or self-indulgence, but with one hell of a memorable beginning, middle and end."

For the full entertaining and MUST READ review click here, http://www.worldsgreatestcritic.com/shoot-out.html

Shoot-Out DVD will be available soon!

We are busy working on the DVD day by day. It will include the original Black & White version and possibly two Color Versions. The additional features will inlude an audio commentary track, outtakes, the test film we made a week before shooting the film, footage from our Premiere and more. To ensure your Special 1st Edition DVD please e-mail us at dreamregime@gmail.com with your reservation. We wil e-mail you when it becomes available.

Here are a few exclusive screenshots from the film.

Critics Review Shoot-Out

Press has begun to roll in for our latest film, "Shoot-Out."


We would like to thank Duane L. Martin of Rogue Cinema who reviewed our film immediately upon receiving it.

He wrote an amazing review, here is an excerpt...

"I never cease to be amazed what people can do with home, semi-pro, and even prosumer equipment nowadays. Things that used to take tens of thousands of dollars, if not more, can now be shot and produced on a relatively miniscule budget. Just recently, shorts like Broken, Artie Saves the Hood, and now Shoot-Out have all really impressed me with the creativity and technical skill used to create highly memorable short films."

Here is the full review, Shoot-Out Review
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We would also like to thank Chad Connolly of MvMMDI (moviesmademe.com) and his prompt review of our film as well. A guy who admits he is not a fan of sports movies but really enjoyed our film.

Another fantastic review. Here is a quote...

"If you're interested in short films and enjoy a movie that will make you think (especially that ending), give this one a shot when it hits DVD."

Here is the full review, MoviesMadeMe

What People Are Saying About Shoot-Out!

"I was blown away!"
---------------------------Cam Montgomergy Jr.
----------------------------MJ Management

"This could be the start of something very big!"
---------------------------Anonymous

"It was a great movie. Definitely the best that they've done."
---------------------------Benjamin Pratt
----------------------------Radio Producer

"The shots were amazing!"
---------------------------Kevin Deen
----------------------------Actor

"Amazing! Really enjoyed it."
---------------------------Zokai Holmes
----------------------------Actor/Model

"The best short film I've seen in many, many years...
you guys did a fu*#ing excellent job!"
---------------------------David Murphy
----------------------------Actor

"(Dave's) got a really good knack for telling stories and directing."
---------------------------Brian Erzen
----------------------------Actor

"Unique and original...makes you think."
---------------------------Edward Spivak
----------------------------Actor

"It was brilliant...an incredible film...this is going to
be something people are going to want to have in
their archives."
----------------------------Ray Ortega

Shoot-Out Premiere Photo Party

Daniel Sol, Actor and Co-Star of Shoot-Out.


Jenn Tomczyszyn and Mike Sandy enjoy something to eat at the Premiere.


Actors Frantz Durand, Daniel Sol, and Kevin Deen.

Premiere Date set for "SHOOT-OUT"

"He was looking for a game, just not this one."

The Exclusive World Premiere of our newest short film, "SHOOT-OUT" is scheduled for this Saturday, September 17th at an undisclosed location in Glendale, California. Industry, media and friends alike will gather for this event. While we all sit poolside, the film will be projected onto the big screen around 9pm. Throughout we will enjoy catered food and beverage. For details please contact us at dreamregime@gmail.com

For those of you unable to attend the Premiere, stay tuned for when the DVD becomes available.

Holly Shorts Photo Minute

Writer/Director David Branin with Actor Alex Sol inside The Space Theater.


Actor Damon Campbell (Weekend GET AWAY!) and Actor Mike Sandy looking serious at the Holly Shorts Film Festival.

What Happened?

The Dream Regime's long awaited 4th Film is in the final stages of post-production and will be making it's way to the internet in the upcoming weeks. Entitled "What Happened to the Toilet Paper?" it's logline is 10 Men, 1 Toilet. Written and Directed by David Branin, this comedy has our largest cast to date, featuring actors seen in previous works such as Daniel Sol, Tyshawn Bryant, Kevin Deen, Chris Cain, and Theo Dumont. We can also watch for new performances from Mark Primiano, Dan Westerman, Brian Erzen, Thomas Graham, Chuck Santa Crose and Liane Ojito. The anticipation builds. Stay tuned for the announcement of it's World Premiere.

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Holly Shorts Photo Release

Here are some of our favorite photos from the Holly Shorts Film Festival this past weekend, August 13th & 14th. For all the details and for more pictures, please go to the official site: Holly Shorts Film Festival


Co-Founder Theo Dumont addresses the Holly Shorts audience.


Writer/Director Justin Liberman (right) and Actor Michael Sandy (left)


Party goers at the Holly Shorts opening night party at the Bungalow Club


Writer/Director Aaron Caine (middle) with Co-Founders Daniel Sol (left) and Theo Dumont (right)


Writer/Producer/Director Rufus Dorsey, Winner of HollyShorts 2005 Best Short Film Award

"Weekend GET AWAY!!" Surpasses Milestone

The latest Dream Regime film online has gone over the 500 Views mark. It has done this while maintaining a 5 Star or 4 Star rating. It was also the first of our films to recieve the honor of being an "IFILM Pick." The film stars Daniel Sol, Karen Worden, Damon Campbell, Kevin Deen, Theo Dumont, and Chris Cain.

You may view it here, Weekend GET AWAY!!!

It's not to late to see our earlier films either...
Pugnacious Assembly
The Humpalicious Bootay Bottle

Inaugural Short Film Festival a Major Success!

HollyShorts, Short Film Festival Comes to an End With "Dick (The Short)" Taking Top Honors...Robert McGee, C.S.A. Addresses Filmmakers During Q&A Session On Independent Film Casting...23 Short Films Screened From the U.S., Poland, Canada, India and U.K.

HOLLYWOOD, CA AUGUST 15, 2005---The inaugural HollyShorts, Short Film Festival came to a close last night at The Space Theatre in Hollywood with top honors of HollyShorts Best Short Film going to "Dick (The Short)"

Directed and written by Rufus Dorsey USA (13 minutes). The event, which took place August 13-14, showcased 23 short films, 30-minutes and under.

Robert McGee, C.S.A. participated in a Q&A session with Filmmaker David Branin in front of the standing room audience, giving young filmmakers insight on casting for independent films. The official opening short film for the event was "Y Nada Mas," Directed and writen by Justin Liberman, which debuted at Tribeca earlier this year. Liberman participated in a discussion with the audience after the screening. The closing short film, which was showcased at Sundance earlier this year was "Husk," Directed by Brett A. Simmons. Simmons also gave advice to the filmmakers in attendance.

"We were thrilled to showcase the best short films from around the world," said Daniel Sol, festival co-founder. "Having industry experts such as Robert McGee participate at HollyShorts was an honor. We look forward to next year's event."

The opening night private party took place at The Bungalow Club on Melrose, with over 200 directors, writers and film enthusiasts in attendance. The Audience Choice for Best Short Film on Saturday, August 13 went to "Bluff Point," Directed and by Kelly Rigg and Natashia McGough USA (2 minutes and 22 seconds). The Audience Choice for Best Short Film on Sunday, August 14 went to "The King of K-Town," Directed by Aaron Caine and written by Aaron Caine and Michael Moeller. The night came to an end with a special musical performance by local act Golden Ratio.

About HollyShorts
HollyShorts, Short Film Festival is an annual short film festival showcasing the best and brightest short films from around the globe. HollyShorts is devoted to the advancement filmmakers through screenings, Q&A sessions and networking events. The HollyShorts Film festival showcases the top short films produced 30- minutes or less. For more information, please visit http://www.hollyshortsfilmfestival.blogspot.com/.

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Press Rolls In For HollyShorts!

With the main event less than a week away, it is impossible to keep up with all the press that HollyShorts is receiving. There is buzz all over town. Here are snippets.


"We are thrilled to present the brightest work from up and coming directors and writers," said festival co-founder Dan Sol. "Art is coming back to Hollywood, and we are looking forward to making HollyShorts an annual gathering, where the filmmakers can have their masterpieces showcased in front of their industry peers."
The Link: HOLLYSHORTS EXPOSED

FILMMAKER.COM
Anonymous Coward writes "HollyShorts, Short Film Festival to Feature 22 Short Films 30-minutes or Less From US, UK, Poland, Canada and Thailand
The Link: Inaugral Short Film Fest

PLANET SHARK
Showcasing 22 of the best and brightest, indie short films from the U.S., UK, Poland, Canada and Thailand. The festival will kickoff with Y Nada Mas, a 19 minute short film from writer/director Justin Liberman, which debuted at the Tribeca film festival earlier this year and will close with Husk, a 27 minute short film from Brett Simmons, which was featured at Sundance.
The Link: Showcasing 22 of the Best


No gossip here folks, 'cause it's just too dull frankly. WHO cares what Ms. Hilton did with the Beverly Hills Valet Company...or who schnortenjumpekha'd who! Here - if you're in LA - you'll find some of the lesser known cool gigs an' stuff relating to the arts.
The Link: Holly Shorts