Author: Cindy Holden

‘300 Crusaders’ Might Be The First Animated Feature Film Created with Generative AI Tech

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Gi Films and Georgian American Film Academy proudly announce the U.S. streaming launch of “300 Crusaders,” the groundbreaking animated epic from acclaimed filmmaker Mirza Davitaia, known for “Anton,” “The Narrow Bridge,” and “The Knight in the Tiger’s Skin.” Following its successful premiere in Georgia, Read More

Dolly Parton breaks silence on her health: ‘Do I look sick to you?’

Dolly Parton is setting the record straight about her health. She posted a video on Instagram on Wednesday morning to address fans’ concerns. “Well, today’s October the eighth, and obviously I’m here doing some commercials for the Grand Ole Opry, which is why I’m dressed kind of like a country Read More

Effortless Glamour: Stylish and Luxury Outfit Ideas for the Modern Woman

Personal style speaks louder than ever, and dressing well is more than a visual statement—it’s a reflection of confidence, identity, and intention. For the woman who moves through life with elegance and purpose, luxury isn’t about excess—it’s about refinement, craftsmanship, and knowing exactly what works. Whether you’re curating looks for Read More

Reel Discoveries: Hidden Gems and Must-Sees at the Newport Beach Film Festival

With over 300 films (many of them short subjects) in the 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival, it’s impossible to watch them all over the eight days of the Festival which runs October 16-23. Here are a few that stand out. “Theater is Dead” is billed as a darkly comic suspense Read More

Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for small and rural public television stations suffering under cuts in federal funding. Ross, a public television stalwart in the 1980s and ’90s, “dedicated his life to making art accessible to Read More

Newport Beach Film Festival Take 26: October 16 – 23

How do you top the 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival, which featured a slew of movie premieres, A-list talent, independent filmmakers, and memorable after-parties as part of the Festival’s 25th anniversary? Easy: Welcome to the 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival, which runs October 16 through 23. During those eight days, Read More

‘Godspeed, my sissy’: Dolly Parton’s sister asks for prayers amid icon’s health scare

Freida Parton, the sister of legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, took to social media on Tuesday to ask the public for prayers as the country music icon deals with an undisclosed health battle. “I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling Read More

Turning Tragedy into Triumph in ‘Stronger Than You Think’ at Newport Beach Film Festival

By Camden Tucker | Special to the NB Indy Janice Molinari and Melissa Forman’s documentary directorial debut, “Stronger Than You Think,” which screens October 19 and 22 at the Newport Beach Film Festival, tells the story of lifelong swimmer Alie Truwit, who lost her foot and later, part of her Read More