LOS LONELY BOYS: COTTONFIELDS AND CROSSROADS

FILM TO PREMIERE AT SXSW 2006

A Documentary Film on the Band of Brothers
Who Rocked Their Way to the Top of the Music Industry

AUSTIN, TX (February 21, 2006)- Los Lonely Boys Cottonfields and Crossroads, a film by Hector Galán, premieres at the upcoming SXSW Film Festival on Friday, March 17, 2006 in Austin, TX. (www.sxsw.com).  This feature documentary tells the story of Los Lonely Boys, the band of brothers from San Angelo Texas who rocked their way to the top of the music industry, determined to fulfill their father's dream. After a childhood of playing cantinas and honky tonks from Texas to Tennessee , Los Lonely Boys blazed onto the music scene with a self-titled 2004 debut release that went multi-platinum and a 2005 Grammy win for their hit single, "Heaven". Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Hector Galán, also a San Angelo native, fuses exciting live performances, vivid imagery of West Texas , and intimate personal stories in a heartfelt and moving film that brings to life Los Lonely Boys' incredible personal musical journey. The film weaves a historical and cultural perspective on the band, their Mexican-American roots, and musical influences. Director/Producer Hector Galán, whose credits include the award-winning documentaries on Tejano and conjunto music, Songs of the Homeland and Accordion Dreams, films for PBS signature series FRONTLINE and THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, the landmark PBS Series Chicano! History of the Civil Rights Movement and the critically- acclaimed six episode Series Visiones: Latino Art & Culture also for PBS, said, "When I first saw Los Lonely Boys perform an amazing rendition of their song Cottonfields and Crossroads, I felt an immediate connection, a profound sense of identity.  I knew I had to tell their story. For a filmmaker, the timing couldn't have been better.  I was able to capture what became their rise in the American music scene, a time when the stars finally aligned in their favor after so many years of struggle."

Film representative Jose Martinez, Jr. says, "The strong music element of this documentary makes the music driven SXSW the perfect festival for its premiere.  Los Lonely Boys Cottonfields and Crossroads is a sensitive and emotional film that depicts a classic rock story told from a Mexican-American perspective, about how family, culture and identity shape dreams."

The film traces the early days as the young family band cuts its teeth learning from their father as they play in country bars and Mexican cantinas in and around San Angelo , Texas . The film travels with them to Nashville where they endure turmoil and heartbreak. These life experiences captured so eloquently by Galán's camera reveal a compelling portrait of a young band of brothers who against all odds break out of poverty and find the American rock n roll dream.

For more information on Los Lonely Boys Cottonfields and Crossroads and its world premiere at SXSW Film Festival in Austin, TX on Friday, March 17, 2006, please visit the film's website at www.loslonelyboysmovie.com  and the SXSW Film and Music Festival website at: www.sxsw.com

Additional information and/or downloadable photos are available at:
http://www.loslonelyboysmovie.com/pressroom/

ABOUT GALAN INC. TELEVISION/FILM:

Galán, Inc., founded in 1984 by filmmaker Hector Galán as an independent television and film production company, the Austin-based Galán Inc. has been producing critically-acclaimed and award-winning films for over twenty-five years on a diversity of subjects, from culture, music and art to history, news and public affairs.  More information about the company can be found at
www.galaninc.com.

The New Colors of Money
Tapping Fast-Growth Revenue Streams from
Niche Ethnic Entertainment Markets

Thursday, Feb. 23, 2006
Park Hyatt Hotel
2151 Avenue of the Stars
Century City , CA

11:30 a.m-1:30 p.m. luncheon
$45 Members; $60 Non-members

Special Guest
Eric Garcetti : President, Los Angeles City Council

Featured Panelists
Alan Buckman , Vice President of Marketing & Sales, KSCI TV (LA 18)
Luis de la Parra, Director of Marketing & Promotions, Univision 34-Telefuture 46, Los Angeles
Dan Gelfand, Vice President of Promotion & Marketing, Here! TV
Lisa Jones Johnson, CEO, Comedy Express Television Inc.
Alex Nogales, President, National Hispanic Media Coalition
Nita Song, President, IW Group Inc.

Moderator & Host
David Cruz, Special Assignment Reporter/Co-Anchor, KNBC4 News

The increasing ethnic diversity of mainstream entertainment audiences is transforming how the industry approaches marketing. Join us for the second part of a two-part series examining how film and television producers and distributors are diversifying content, distribution channels, promotional campaigns, and advertising to tap into these changing   demographics. Join us as a panel of industry executives involved in commercially successful ethnic entertainment discusses how fast-growth niches targeting Latino, Asian, African-American and other ethnic audiences are gaining market share.

Register online at www.lachamber.org

or download PDF registration form

For more information or to RSVP, contact:
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
350 S. Bixel St.
Los Angeles, CA  90017
P: 213.580.7595  F: 213.580.7511

Reminder: Only a Few Spaces Left for Luncheon with L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa on Thursday, March 2nd, 2006!

 “Luncheon with L.A. ’s Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa”

DATE: March 2nd, 2006
LOCATION: Millenium Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles
TIME: 12:20 2:00 P.M.

“Do not miss this opportunity to meet the Los Angeles ’ Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa who will be attending this luncheon in the context of the International Transport Conference 2006 hosted by the US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce!”

Important Member News!!!

Members of the US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce are also cordially invited to a free “Pacific Chapter Networking Reception”

At the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles on March 2nd, 2006 , at 5:30 P.M.

For information please contact:

US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce-Pacific Regional Chapter
2450 Colorado Avenue Suite 400 E
Santa Monica , CA 90404

Reservations required. Please respond by e-mail to info@usmcocca.org or by fax to (310) 586-7800

Advance registration and payment are strictly required. Cancellation must be received by fax only by noon on Monday, January 30, 2006 , or you will be billed the full amount. Reservations must be accompanied by credit card information or a check payable to the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce. Reservations only may be guaranteed with payment. Please mail checks to United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, 2450 Colorado Avenue Suite 400 E , Santa Monica , CA 91301 .

For event information call 310-586-7901

Film Independent's 2006 DIRECTOR SERIES

--Marc Forster (Finding Neverland)
--Susannah Grant (Erin Brockovich)
--Paul Haggis (Crash)
--Miranda July (Me and You and Everyone We Know)
--Neil LaBute (The Shape of Things)
--Bennett Miller (Capote)
--Mike Mills (Thumbsucker)
--Duncan Tucker (Transamerica)

LEARN YOUR CRAFT. BE INSPIRED.

March 1: The Independent Spirit: A Directors Roundtable
March 8: Writers Who Direct
March 15: Casting and Directing Actors
March 22: The Director's Vision and the Creative Team
April 5: Making the Cut: From the Editing Room to the Mixing Stage
April 12: Directing Inside the Box: Indie Goes TV

Screenwriter Naomi Foner Gyllenhaal (Bee Season, Running on Empty)
moderates each event. A reception will follow every panel. Visit
FilmIndependent.org for additional speakers and updates.

ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO GET AN EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!
Film Independent members: $160 for a series pass
General public: $255 for a series pass (includes a one-year membership to
Film Independent)

After February 24:
Film Independent/NALIP Members-$180 for a series pass, $35 for a single evening
General public-$275 for a series pass (includes a one-year membership to Film
Independent), $50 for a single evening
Film Independent Corporate and Indie Alliance members-Free with reservations

Reservations: Recommended - seating is limited. Call 310.432.1222 to secure your place today.

Where: Blue Conference Room at the Pacific Design Center

Latino Docs!
How Much Reality Can You Handle?

A four-month series celebrating the best Latino documentaries.

Wednesday, February 22, 2006
EVERYONE THEIR GRAIN OF SAND
At San Diego City College , 7:00-8:30 p.m.

NALIP member, Beth Bird's EVERYONE THEIR GRAIN OF SAND chronicles the struggles of the fiercely determined citizens of Maclovio Rojas, Tijuana , Mexico , as they battle the state government's attempts to evict them from their land to make way for corporate development. Over a three-year period, we follow the remarkably spirited and resourceful residents of this community as they build a school by hand and persistently petition the state for such basic services as running water and pay for their teachers. The government responds with a combination of bureaucratic stonewalling and the systematic persecution of community leaders --- eventually arresting one leader and forcing others into hiding, where they remain to this day. This heartbreaking and intimate documentary balances these hardships with glimpses of hard-won triumphs and the rhythm of daily life --- an elementary school graduation or time at home with family --- to remind us what the community is fighting for. The film provides a rare glimpse of the human cost of economic globalization in a part of the world where working people are valued only as cheap labor to fuel the profits of multinational corporations.  WINNER Best Documentary - Los Angeles Film Festival 2005.

For more information, contact Karla Duarte, Program Coordinator, 619-230-1938 x 100, kduarte@mediaartscenter.org, www.sdlatinofilm.com

¡Viva Tu Cine! presents a Director Screening of Duck Season  

¡Viva Tu Cine! a non-profit cultural program that supports Latino Cinema in our local communities, has announced a Director’s Screening in Los Angeles on February 25 th of Warner Independent Pictures’ & Alfonso Cuarón’s upcoming release DUCK SEASON.  Director Fernando Eimbcke will be on hand for a Q&A after the film.  To register (event is free) go to: http://www.vivatucine.com/register/nalip/

About DUCK SEASON

"Duck Season" takes you into one particular Sunday morning in the lives of two fourteen -year old boys, Flama and Moko. With their neighbor Rita and pizza delivery boy Ulises, they create their own adventures to overcome their boredom. "Duck Season" explores the loneliness of childhood, the effects of divorce and the curious power of love and friendship.

Winner of numerous awards, including an unprecedented 11 Ariel Awards

Written & Directed by: Fernando Eimbcke 

Cast: Enrique Arreola, Daniel Miranda, Diego Cataño & Danny Perea

Rating: R for language & some drug content.

In theatres: March10, 2006

For more information on ¡Viva Tu Cine! please visit: http://www.vivatucine.com

For more information on Duck Season please visit: http://wip.warnerbros.com

SPECIAL INVITATION: S T A T U E S Q U E (Queer Oscar ® viewing party)

Join us for the gayest celebration of the year as we salute the finest cinematic achievement of our very own.

Diverse and Inclusive Visionary Artists (DIVA), Out in Television and Film and OUT @ WBS… Cordially invites you and a guest for a special historic evening to proudly salute the LGBT films and artists honored at the Academy Awards ®

S T A T U E S Q U E
Portion of the proceeds to benefit Jeff Griffith Youth Center
Special Guest Host: REICHEN (TV’s Amazing Race)

WHEN: SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 2006
3 pm Pre Show Reception / 5 pm Viewing Party

WHERE: East | West Lounge
8851 Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood

COST: Tickets: $20 (at the door)

Limited space. Early arrival strongly suggested.

This event will sell out! RSVP now to: OTFOscarParty@aol.com
Complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Raffles. Surprises.

Exciting prizes including a one-of-a-kind Ang Lee autographed Brokeback Mountain poster, autographed John Waters photo, autographed Desperate Housewives photo, tickets to Adam & Steve premiere, one year subscription to Sirius Radio, tickets to Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, tickets to Dame Edna and more!

LA GRAFF EXPO @ FRIDA KAHLO THEATER— A POSITIVE GRAFFITI ART EVENT BRINGING TOGETHER ARTISTS

LOS ANGELES-- The Los Angeles Graffiti Art Coalition and the FRIDA KAHLO Theatre at the William Reagh Los Angeles Photography Center present the LA GRAFF EXPO--a celebration of LA graffiti, music, and film on February 18, 2006 . Ten years overdue, the EXPO will serve as the gathering place for some of Los Angeles ' most prolific graffiti artists.

We're taking it back to the old school, when the Los Angeles Photography Center served as the location for the first graffiti expo in the 1980s. Back then, legendary artists were just kids, but now they are all grown up and ready to do LA in style.

Join us at this FREE, ALL AGES landmark event that will showcase everything Los Angeles graffiti culture has to offer. Featuring music, break dancing, films, vendors, and a special panel discussion with some of the most influential writers and contributors to LA graffiti.

For more information, visit www.lagac.org. The FRIDA KAHLO Theatre is located at 2332 West Fourth Street in Los Angeles (near MacArthur Park ).

ANGIE’S ABSENT BROTHER RETURNS TO TOWN LOOKING TO MAKE AMENDS, ON ABC’S “GEORGE LOPEZ”  

Andy Garcia (“Oceans Eleven”) Guest Stars 

“George Doesn’t’ Trustee Angie’s Brother” – Angie’s scam artist brother, Ray (guest starring Andy Garcia as Ray), reappears after a long absence looking to make amends with his estranged daughter, Veronica, and the Lopez family. But George is the first to see through Ray’s transparent scheme when Ray asks Veronica to tap into her inheritance to invest in a new company, on “George Lopez,” WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 ( 8:00-8:30 p.m. , ET) on the ABC Television Network.

“George Lopez” stars George Lopez as George, Constance Marie as Angie, Valente Rodriguez as Ernie, Masiela Lusha as Carmen, Luis Armand Garcia as Max, Belita Moreno as Benny and Emiliano Díez as Vic Palmero.

Guest starring: Andy Garcia as Ray and Aimee Garcia as Veronica.

“George Doesn’t’ Trustee Angie’s Brother” was written by Paul A. Kaplan & Mark Torgove, and directed by Sheldon Epps.

“George Lopez” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format, with 5.1-channel surround sound and Spanish audio via SAP.

A TV parental guideline will be posted closer to airdate.

CREATIVE CAPITAL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2006 GRANTS
Initial grants totaling more than $400,000 are given to artist projects in the performing arts, emerging fields, and, for the first time, innovative literature

NEW YORK , NY ( February 8, 2006 ) – Creative Capital Foundation, the national arts organization that supports individual artists, announces the recipients of its 2006 grants. Sixty-one artists representing 43 projects in the performing arts, emerging fields, and innovative literature received initial awards of $10,000. As the projects develop, the foundation offers additional funds; projects may receive as much as $50,000 each through the tenure of the multi-year grant and at least $1 million has been committed to the 43 projects. (Read more)

'LOVE' COLLARS LEADING MAN-- Bardem leads cast for 'Cholera'
New Line has tapped Javier Bardem to star in its adaptation of the Gabriel Garcia Marquez novel "Love in the Time of Cholera," a publishing sensation in 1985. Scott Steindorff is producing through his Stone Village banner, with Mike Newell directing and "The Pianist" scribe Ron Harwood adapting.
http://email.variety.com/cgi-bin7/DM/y/ektI0DbubY0Oe40BBqr0E7

Casting "Raven Mad"

CSUN, 'RAVEN MAD'
Raven Mad Productions is casting "Raven Mad", a non-sync 16mm senior film short for Cal State University Northridge, the story of a young girl trying to become a Mexican masked wrestler against her parents' wishes.

--Mojde Afsary, Anthony Garcia, Prods.

--Alicia Muro, Dir. Shoot starts mid-March.

No pay, but copy, credit, and meals provided.

Seeking-
Raven: 18yr old, Latina/Asian, athletic, restless, she's a fighter in and out of ring, will learn some fight moves; Mr. Velasco: 40yr old, Latino, clean-cut and smooth businessman; Free Willy: 30s, wrestler, athletic, but packing too many pounds, will learn fight choreography; The Referee: 30s-50s Latino, he runs the ring; Males and Females:18+ to play strong wrestlers and sexy ring girls.

Send pix, resumes and email to:
Raven Mad Productions at ravenmadthemovie@yahoo.com Attn: Anthony Garcia.

SAG Ultra Low Budget horror film, "Oakley 7", directed by Adam Schlachter,
is casting the following:

1.  ANA MARIA.  16.  Lead. [18-22 to look younger or emancipated minor]

Latina .  Beautiful, smart, responsible, compassionate girl who plans on being a doctor.  Goes on a geology field trip with her high school class in order to help a fellow student to whom she is secretly attracted to.  Having been spooked as a child by her father's tales of a demon, she struggles with her phobia of the dark.  Latin accent preferred.  Must be available for the entire month of March.

2.  LITTLE GIRL.  4 [Or older to play younger.]  Supporting.  One scene.
Latina .  Ana Maria as a four year old girl.  Big eyes.  Must speak fluent Spanish, Mexican preferred.

3.  FATHER.  35-50.  Supporting.  One scene.
Latina .  Ana Maria's father.  Lives in a farmhouse.  Must speak fluent Spanish, Mexican preferred.

4.  MOTHER.  25-35.  Supporting.  One scene.
Latina .  Ana Maria's mother.  Lives in a farmhouse.  Must speak fluent Spanish, Mexican preferred.

Please send a headshot with the name of the role interested in on the front cover to the following:

Black Bear Films
3382 Coy Drive
Sherman Oaks, CA 94123

Or send an e-mail only to:

blackyb@adelphia.net

CASTING: USC Short “The Makeover”

Casting a 5-7 minute, non-sync dialogue film for a USC student project. The working title is "The Makeover" and it is the story of a young, gay, Mexican immigrant named Chava who turns tricks for a living. When the competition from tranny prostitutes proves too intense, he attempts a makeover; however, his lack of resources and loose grip on reality conspire against his plan to join the girls who can't be beaten. There will be no speaking on screen, but there will be dialogue performed off screen. The story is sweet and sad, and very true to life.

SEEKING:
--Chava - early to mid 20s, he's a hustler and a meth addict, swishy, sassy, and delusionally glamorous in his demeanor. Ability to speak Spanish and/or to do a convincing Spanish accent is required.
--3 transsexual prostitutes - mid 20s to mid 30s, varying shapes and sizes, hyper feminine, and superbly viperous. Ability to speak Spanish and/or to do a convincing Spanish accent is desirable but not required.

Auditions will be held:
Wednesday, February 22 from 7-10PM
University of Southern California campus
Carson Sound Stage
Room: TV 200

To make an appointment, or for more information, please contact Hector
Ceballos at hectorace@gmail.com or at 415-235-8269.

SEEKING DISTRIBUTORS OF LATINO THEMED INDEPENDENT FILMS

As we prepare for our upcoming film festival this summer, we have many new projects in development. We are interested in developing relationships with distributors of Latino themed projects. By helping filmmakers connect with distributors we aim to help facilitate the distribution process.

Please contact:
Henry K. Priest
Nosotros American Latino Film Festival Director
Phone: (213)739-3385
Email: HenryKPriest@Nosotros.org
Online: http://www.Nosotros.org

Say Si CASTING

CASTING CALL FOR SAY SI STUDENTS SHORT FILMS.
The films range from 1 to 3 min in length and are shot by High School Students with teachers acting as producers and supervisors. Most of the students have had experienced with video production, and know how to work in a professional manner. All films will be filmed in March at various locations in San Antonio , including SAY Sí studios. No compensation.

PROJECT 1:
Synopsis: A young women’s exploring time and space inside a coffee shop. Set in the 50’s with a look like the film Amelie.
Role 1: Female, 16-22, small frame, with a “vintage” look
Role 2: Male, 18-25, handsome, any type

PROJECT 2:
Synopsis: Short, a young man's journey through dreams and reality to

get back what he's lost.
Role 1: Lead male, early 20s (1st scene)
Role 2: Lead female, early 20s, Caucasian, pretty
Role 2: Male, early 20s, quirky
Role 4: Female, 40s, Caucasian
Role 5: Male, 40s, Caucasian (1st scene)


PROJECT 3:
Synopsis: A businessman reflects on his youth.
Chris: Male, 35-50
Joe: Male 3-5 years old, should share a resemblance with Chris (i.e father and son or uncle and nephew)
Kid: Male, 4-7 year

PROJECT 4:
Synopsis: A film about teens playing video games.
Danny: Male, 12-18, Tall boy, hyper active and loud
Doug: Male, 12-18, Short boy, mean looking, shaky
Both characters must be good at video games

PROJECT 5:
Synopsis: A story about a blind date.
Tiffany: Any ethnicity, 13-20
Daniel: Any ethnicity, 13-20

PROJECT 6:
Synopsis: A short film about Telepathic Mind Games
Role 1: Male 18-20, Lead, young and childish look
Role 2; Male 20-22, Lead, serious type

PROJECT 7:
Synopsis: Space Horror
Role 1: Male, 25-35, sporty look, smuggler.

PROJECT 8:
Synopsis: A young artist finds the essence of her work.
Role 1: Female, 15-18, artist, strong personality, quiet
Role 2: Female, 40-50, Teacher, mean, tough look
Role 3: Male, 22-26, young artist/gallery manager, open minded, appreciates art

PROJECT 9:
Synopsis: A man about to commit suicide realizes everything that happened in
his life happened for a reason.
Nelson: Male, 23-28, average height, maybe a little heavy set if possible, Lead
Wife: Female, 23-28, skinny average height, blonde if possible
Boss: Male, not specific age, average looking person.
Homeless woman: Female, 40-50
Homeless child: Male, 5-7
Extras: 2 office workers.

PROJECT 10:
Synopsis: A suspense film that takes place in a woman’s clothing store.
Role 1: Woman, 30-35, sales person

PROJECT 11:
Synopsis: A story of young woman who realizes she has the power of making
people fall asleep.
Role 1: Young woman, 16-18, playful
Role 2: Child, 3-5
Extras: All ages, all ethnicities.

PROJECT 12;
Role 1: Female, 15-16, attractive girl
Role 2: Male, 16-18, average looking guy
Synopsis: A guy who is obsessed with a girl but at the end the girl feels the same way.

Copy and meals included.

Casting will take place on Saturday, February, 25 from 2:30-5 pm at SAY Sí [1414 S. Alamo Studio 101 Phone: (210) 212-8666] Those interested in coming to the casting please email Media Arts Director, Gisha Zabala at
gisha@saysi.org