August 17, 2008
400,000 and Counting
Pool Party's trailer on Jaman.com has had more than 400,000 views since it premiered on the service at the beginning May. The film itself remains one of the most discussed movies and most watched comedies of the summer. Nothing says summer like Pool Party!
June 17, 2008
Editor Nicole Conrad Hits MTV's "The Real World: Hollywood "
Nicole Conrad, Pool Party's Editor, has been working on “The Real World: Hollywood ” over the last year. In addition to being the Dailies Editor for the show, she appears in show as the editor of one of the roommate's news stories ("Sarah" is an aspiring news reporter). You can catch clip highlights from one of Nicole's appearances on http://www.realworlddailies.com starting Tuesday, June 24th.
The segment is called "The Finishing Finesse". Nicole works with Sarah to record her voiceover for the news story (a story about the "environmentally-friendly" Helios House gas station in L.A. ), and then eventually edits the piece for airing on the MTV website, Think.MTV.com.
If you want to contact Nicole for editing, go to her website at http://www.cabanapost.com, or email her at nicole@cabanapost.com .
What's up next for Nicole? Nicole is working on MTV's "The Challenge" and then returns to Real World for "Real World: Brooklyn ".
June 2, 2008
There is a great interview with POOL PARTY Director/Writer/Producer Tim Snell on “Indie Production Source” (episode 2). "Indie Production Source" is a podcast focused on everything independent video production and showcases filmmaker interviews, product plugs and video technology news.
If you haven't checked out this podcast, go now to http://ipsource.tv/ and watch! It looks like it is a going to be a great resource for indie filmmakers working at all budget levels.
June 1, 2008
Pool Party is the most watched movie on Jaman.com, and is among the top 5 "favorites" of members. Have you joined the party yet?
May 15, 2008
We're #1!!
That's right, POOL PARTY is the #1 downloaded movie this week on Jaman.com. Join the party and see what has people on Jaman talking!
May 2008
Reviews are coming in and, so far, everyone agrees that the cast rocks! Some samples of early reviews:
“Good bang for the production buck and a good cast” Inkandashes.net
Re DVD elements: “Instead of the tired looped movie clip or music, viewers are treated to comic sketches aimed at getting them to make a selection.”
Inkandashes.net
“There are some nice ideas at play here”
Celluloid Nightmares
“The cast all approach their parts with gusto, especially the eccentric boss played by David Lawrence who probably turns in the best performance of the film.”
Celluloid Nightmares
Speaking of David Lawrence, you can catch him in the new summer film, "The Incredible Hulk"!
April 2008
You've been waiting, wishing and hoping-- your patience is about to be rewarded! There are so many easy ways to join the Pool Party. Head over to our handy info page to buy, rent or download early and often!
March 2008
Meredith Giangrande strikes again! Pool Party's Dannielle can be seen in ABC's According to Jim in the episode "The Hot Wife". Clips can be seen on ABC's site, and if you can't wait, check out the screen caps below:
January 31, 2008
Want to see our stars live? You are in luck!
You can see Julie (Pool Party's Tracey) at her Level 5 sketch comedy show, "Seven Crackers and a Brownie". It plays Friday nights through Feb. 29th at 9:30pm at The Second City Training Center in Hollywood. Tickets are $10 and available through the SC box office at 323-464-8542.
Rebecca Morris can be seen in Ken Ludwig's LEADING LADIES directed by James Gruessing. The show is running Jan. 25-27, 2008 and Feb. 1-3, 2008 at The Norris Theatre (27570 Crossfield Drive, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274). You can get tickets at http://www.norriscenter.com/ or by calling the box office: 310-544-0403.
December 30, 2007
Did you catch NBC's Life on December 3rd? If you didn't, you missed Meredith Giangrande (Pool Party's Dannielle) in an inspired turn as Sherri in the episode "Dig a Hole". Head over to the NBC website to download or watch the episode. The kiss alone is priceless! Enjoy the caps below:
December 2007
Back by popular demand is All About Walken! Kenzo Lee (Pool Party's Buck) is at it again. This piece has been getting rave reviews, so if you haven't seen it-- Go! Check out their myspace page for more details.
November 2007
Have you checked out Urban Justice yet? It is now available at many retailers including Amazon and Blockbuster. Check out some screen captures of Mikki Padilla (Pool Party's Maria) in this Steven Seagal movie.
October 2007
Justin Bowler (Pool Party's Matt) has just completed shooting the drama "Touch", directed by Tony nominee Jane Lanier.
Starting to do some holiday shopping and need some new DVDs that include some of your favorite actors? Head over to Amazon and check out Meredith Giangrande in "Werewolf in a Women's Prison" (to be released on Nov. 6, 2007) and Mikki Padilla in "Urban Justice" (to be released on Nov. 13, 2007).
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September 2007
Farmview Films, LLC has struck a deal with Echelon Studios! Echelon is now acting as domestic and international sales agent for "Pool Party".
August 2007
Very exciting news! Anthony Q. Farrell (Pool Party's Thomas, the preacher) has joined the writing staff of The Office. We love The Office, and, obviously, love Anthony, who contributed not only his acting talents, but also his writing talents to the very funny "God Rock" featured in Pool Party.
Can't wait for the new season of The Office to start. Go Anthony!
July 2007
Just a reminder that if you aren't catching "Greek" on ABC Family on Monday nights, you should be! And if you can't watch it then, watch it on Friday nights on ABC. Look for Ryan Ewing (Pool Party's Stack) as our new favorite frat boy!
Kenzo Lee's (Pool Party's Buck) new project is starting! Kenzo stars as Alex Lee in MTV.com's Connected. Watch every Monday for 7 weeks! Win a trip to NY for the launch party!
To check out the first webisode, go here: Connected!
Also, check out his character bio: Alex Lee
June 2007
Get ready for Ryan Ewing (Pool Party's Stack)! His new show "Greek" starts on ABC Family channel on July 9. Looks like it's going to be great!
May 2007
Our actors are everywhere (because they are fabulous)!
David Villar (Pool Party's Travis)
David is currently working on a short film called Possession that should be finished up at the end of the summer. But if you just have to see him now-- David can be seen in a McDonald's commercial and Mazda commercial now airing. Also, if improv is your thing, his improv group the Returning Champs is currently doing shows at the Westside Eclectic.
Kenzo Lee (Pool Party's Buck)
You can now see Kenzo Lee as a series regular on MTV.com's CONNECTED. Shooting begins at the end of May. Also,
ALL ABOUT WALKEN begins again on May 28th, running every monday night.
Meredith Giangrande (Pool Party's Dannielle)
WiseGuys opens on May 31st! Also, Meredith was on an episode of General Hospital playing Chrissy. You can catch her on re-runs on Soapnet over Memorial Day Weekend. But here are some captures just in case you missed it.
Ryan Ewing (Pool Party's Stack)
Check Ryan out on the new show called "Greek" for ABC family. Need more Ryan? He's also featured on upcoming episodes of "Passions", and he is currently shooting an indie film with David Allen Grier. On top of all that, he has a script in pre-production.
Nick Dash (Pool Party's Bartender)
Nick is taking a turn on Dr. G: Medical Examiner on June 22, 2007 at 9:00pm on The Discovery Health Channel.
April 2007
Check out actor Billy Minogue (Pool Party's Bingo The Monkey Clown) in Edgar Allan Poe's "Masque of the Red Death".
Where: Zombie Joe's Underground
4850 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(Just North of 101/1034 Fwys across from KFC)
When: Friday and Saturdays @8:30pm through April 28th Reservations: 818-202-4120
Check out just one of the reviews:
http://www.calendarlive.com/stage/cl-et-stage6apr06,0,1457602.story ?
January 2007
Kenzo Lee's movie MONARCH OF THE MOON is now available for purchase on Amazon.com.
October 2006
Pool Party's Editor Extraordinaire, Nicole C. Conrad, has launched the website for her film and video editing services, under the company name "Copa Cabana Post Production"
(http://cabanapost.com).
Obviously, we love her work, and we're glad that the rest of the world is getting a chance to see her talents! Check out her Editor's Reel on the site, highlighting some of her editing and effects work, and scenes from Pool Party!"
July 2006
Pool Party on IMDB ! We're in the process of updating our IMDB entry, but if you get a chance, stop by and say "Hi"!
June 2006
Check out Actress Mikki Padilla's trailer for her new movie, "Ghost Hunters: Point of Contact". Very cool! http://www.armadaent.com/
Congrats to Actor Kenzo Lee (Pool Party's Buck) on booking a national commercial! Look for Kenzo on the new Subway spots.
Actor Dave Secor (Pool Party's Scott) and Producer/Actress Patricia Steffy just shot a trailer for the very funny pilot "Stars in Their Eyes" being produced by TBD Productions. Trailer should be posted soon!
April 24, 2006
POOL PARTY makes Daily Variety!
April 2006
Favorite Rumor This Week : Pool Party's Mikki Padilla
the new Wonder Woman??? So far, it's just a rumor, but
we're pulling for her. Can't think of a better candidate for
the project! To read the gossip column where this tidbit
showed up, hit the link: http://www.moviehole.net/gossipmonkey/
20060415_gossip_monkey_15606.html
Actor Jon Downs (Pool Party's Partner) appears in
"Dead Men Walking" released by The Asylum at the
end of 2005. Currently available at Blockbuster and
Hollywood Video (as well as Amazon, etc.). Check out
the cover which features Jon and this review: http://www.trashcity.org/BLITZ/BLIT1576.HTM
Actor Dave Secor (Pool Party's Scott) booked a feature film
with Clive Owen. Go Dave!
March 2006
Actor Josh Schlieff (Pool Party's lovelorn waiter) will next appear in "The Death and Life of Bobby Z" with Paul Walker. Check back here for release date information.
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