Daily Archives: April 1, 2009

Nanking Wins Peabody Award

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Wow. I am stunned and honored beyond words. Nanking won a Peabody Award alongside John Adams, Hear and Now, The Gates and Entourage all from HBO. Thank you HBO for the support and love and care.

And thank you to all of the creative talent – Bill Guttentag and Dan Sturman as co-directors - and all of the actors, producers and people associated with this important and emotionally draining yet uplifting film.

I am truly honored and touched to have made this film. I always keep the people of Nanking and Iris Chang in my thoughts and prayers. This recognition goes to them and to the brave people who stayed behind to save so many lives. We were honored to tell your stories. Thank you.

Do You Know Brian Jonestown Massacre?

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Yes, they are coming to DC. They are coming to “burn it all to the ground”.

They are playing the 930 Club next week.

If you don’t know who they are, get with the program and watch one of the great indie films of the last decade, a Sundance winner called Dig, right here on SnagFilms. This film rocks and this is one great band! Dig it. Click here.

Why Do You Think They Call It April Fools’ Day?

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Ever wonder why?

Back in the day April 1st, the first day of spring, was considered the New Year.

When the New Year day moved to January 1st, some folks kept to April 1st as the New Year’s beginning and hence they were called April Fools. Of course this all started in France! And it was the handiwork of a King. I kid you not. Here is a link to the Wikipedia page for even more info. 

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