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Unstoppables, an emotionally uplifting documentary about Spain’s Paralympic cycling team, receives its World Premiere on Saturday 15th February at Berlin Independent Film Festival (8th – 18th February). Directed by Daniel Jariod and produced by UK’s Black Train Films, it’s a heartfelt story that explores our ability to fight our fears and follow our dreams no matter what misfortunes we face.

Shot mainly at the Barcelona Velodrome, the film focusses on The Pirates, the city’s paracycling team, in the months leading up and directly after the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Headed by founder Juanjo Méndez with Raquel Acinas, the core members of The Pirates train for the race of their lives, encouraged by their coach Bernat Moreno. Their personal stories, intertwine with their sporting achievements as we explore how a passion for cycling has transformed their outlook on life, empowering them with the courage to overcome their disabilities and, with the support of family and friends, to fulfil their dreams on two wheels in front of a global audience. Their competitive racing in Barcelona and at the Velodrome in London’s Olympic Park is filmed with exhilarating pace, contrasting with quieter reflective moments at London’s historic Herne Hill Velodrome.

Unstoppables is directed by Daniel Jariod, produced by Liz Roberts, executive produced by Richard Galvani, edited by Fernando Pardo and has a score composed by Lyn Levitt, member of the British ParaOrchestra, who played at the Paralympics’ closing ceremony. Established in 2008, Black Train Films was set up by Richard Galvani in order to produce creative documentaries with a cultural and human interest focussing on young directors and social issues. Previous projects include Amb Música Ho Escoltaries Potser Millor (2009) by Daniel Jariod (in collaboration with Televisió de Catalunya), and Jazz, What A Wonderful World (2010) co-directed by Jariod and Galvani . Worldwide distribution rights are available for all territories.

www.unstoppablesdocumentary.com

After a World Premiere at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, where the film was acquired by Participant Media for North American release, 99% continued on an award-winning international festival run. Now, for the first time, on 14 February, 99% – The Occupy Wall Street Collaborative Film will be available on demand to international audiences. (Preorders available until the 14th.)

The sweeping story of the birth of a movement, 99% – The Occupy Wall Street Collaborative Film follows a disparate group of activists who converged on lower Manhattan’s Zuccotti Park to build a new society. Inspired by the idea that wealth and power were disproportionately wielded by an elite few, parks across the country (and world) were soon Occupied. But what did they want? And would their own processes hinder them in achieving it?

As mainstream news failed to find answers, police forces around the country perpetrated indelible acts of violence against American citizens and evicted encampments. Now, the Occupation finds itself at a crossroad: what’s next? In an era of hopelessness and resignation, 99% offers a striking portrait of those who refused to accept the status quo, while analysis from activists, experts, and detractors finally brings the story into focus.

Made by 100 contributors in an experimental collaborative process, 99% was conceived and coordinated by award-winning New York filmmakers Audrey Ewell and Aaron Aites (Until The Light Takes Us).

Official Site: www.99percentfilm.com

Here’s the 2 Snakes teaser for the Richard Ayode’s new one, The Double.

Simon (Jesse Eisenberg) is a timid man, scratching out an isolated existence in an indifferent world.  He is overlooked at work, scorned by his mother, and ignored by the woman of his dreams, Hannah, played by Mia Wasikowska.  He feels powerless to change any of these things.  The arrival of a new co-worker, James, serves to upset the balance.  James is both Simon’s exact physical double and his opposite – confident, charismatic and good with women.  To Simon’s horror, James slowly starts taking over his life.

A brand new ‘Musician Early’ clip for RIO 2 starring Superbowl sensation Bruno Mars alongside Will.i.am and Janelle Monae is below.

Featuring the voices of Anne Hathaway, Jesse Eisenberg, Leslie Mann, Jamie Foxx and Andy Garcia, Rio 2 flies into cinemas April 4, 2014.

One aspiring young actor will have the opportunity to portray one of the most iconic characters ever created, in an all-new big screen adventure based on J.M. Barrie’s beloved character Peter Pan, the boy who would never grow up.  Warner Bros. Pictures and the filmmakers behind the upcoming feature film “Pan” are hosting an open casting call on Sunday, February 23, 2014, at Wembley Arena, for the title role in director Joe Wright’s live-action adventure.

Boys of all ethnicities, aged 11 to 13, are invited to audition for the role, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18.  Select details and participation restrictions follow, including information for prospective actors outside the UK.

What:              Director Joe Wright’s new live-action feature “Pan” is searching for the starring role of Peter

Where:            Wembley Arena, London, HA9 0AA

When:             Sunday 23^rd February 2014

• Queue will be open at 9:00am and close promptly at 11.00am 
• No one will be permitted to join the queue after 11:00am
• Casting will be begin at 10:00am
• There are no facilities for overnight queuing and camping is strictly prohibited.

PARTICIPATION RESTRICTIONS

v  Open to BOYS ONLY

v  Open to all ethnicities

v  Age range:  11 – 13 years

v  Height limit: MAXIMUM 5ft 4inches

v  ALL AUDITIONEES MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY ONE PARENT,  LEGAL GUARDIAN OR LICENCED CHAPERONE OVER THE AGE OF 18 and such individual may be required by us to provide proof of the same prior to admittance  –  ADDITIONAL GUESTS CANNOT BE ADMITTED INTO THE VENUE

v  UNACCOMPANIED MINORS WILL NOT BE AUDITIONED.

v  All auditionees must be available for the production period in London from April through early Autumn 2014.

v  PLEASE DO NOT TRAVEL FROM ABROAD TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.  Please go to the casting office’s dedicated websitewww.panmoviecasting.com for more details*.  The casting office will view online auditions with equal attention.

v  Travel expenses will not be covered.

The role of Peter is described as a courageous and adventurous orphaned boy living in a world of fantasy and dreams, which sometimes leads him into trouble.  The young actor cast in the role will join a cast that already includes Academy Award^® nominee Hugh Jackman (“Les Misérables”) as villainous Blackbeard.  The all-new tale will be directed by Joe Wright (“Atonement,” “Pride & Prejudice”) from a screenplay by Jason Fuchs.  Greg Berlanti and Paul Webster are the film’s producers.

“Pan” is set for a worldwide release beginning July 17, 2015 from Warner Bros. Pictures.