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One of the most dehumanizing features — which is certainly a built-in component and not a bug — of the U.S. immigration system as it pertains to asylum seekers is that the applicant bears the burden of proving they have suffered enough or that they risk death in their home country in order to be granted permission to stay. The more horrifying the survived experiences, the better the chances for a positive outcome. But how does one precisely quantify someone’s distress or the likelihood that their safety will be threatened? These stipulations exist more to keep people from the developing world out than to offer them protection.

The Christian drama “Between Borders” uses a contentious asylum trial as a framing device to tackle the real-life case of the Petrosyan family, an ethnic Armenian couple and their two daughters, for whom Azerbaijan was the only home they’d ever known. Although...

Multilingual South African actor and producer, Stelio Savante, who has a SAG Award cast nomination for playing Steve in Ugly Betty, has signed with London based Harter Allen Agency for representation in Europe and the Middle East. Savante recently wrapped key roles in three upcoming films, all based on true stories; Sarah’s Oil, Between Borders, and Hazel.

Sarah’s Oil, directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh, is an Amazon MGM drama starring Zachary Levi, Naya Desir Johnson, Sonequa Martin Green, Garret Dillahunt, Bridget Regan, Kenric Green, Adyan Copes, Stelio Savante and Mel Rodriguez. The film will be released in theaters on December 25, 2025.

Between Borders, directed by Mark Freiburger, stars Elizabeth Tabish, Patrick Sabongui, and Stelio Savantewith Michael Paul Chan, and Elizabeth Mitchell. The drama is scheduled to release on January 26th in theaters nationwide, through Fathom events.

Survival thriller Hazel, directed by Daniel Bielinski stars Madelyn Dundon, Stelio Savante and Laurie Fortierwith Genevieve Bielinksi,...

Faith-based Pinnacle Peak Pictures, previously Pure Flix Entertainment, is adding two new theatrical films to its international sales slate for AFM 2024, The Last Supper and Between Borders.

There’s been no lagging of interest in faith-based films, which have the potential to hit big. (Angel Studios Sound Of Freedom grossed $120 million globally.) The Last Supper is set in the days leading to betrayal, where a gathering of disciples unravels into a web of secrets and hidden motives. Starring Robert Knepper, James Ward(Verona’s Romeo & Juliet, His Dark Materials), James Oliver Wheatley, Nathalie Rapti Gomez, and Daniel Fathers.

The film was directed by Mauro Borrelli, who co-wrote it with John Collins. It was produced by Shawn Boskie, Ivan Cohen, Manu Gargi, Ken Halsband,...

South African born SAG Award nominee Stelio Savante, also known as ‘Ajax’ in the Call Of Duty video game series and ‘Moses’ in the historical world-wide hit biblical series The Chosen, is starring in key roles in three upcoming films, all based on true stories. Sarah’s Oil, Between Borders, and Hazel.

Sarah’s Oil, is an Amazon MGM drama starring Zachary Levi, Naya Desir Johnson, Sonequa Martin Green, Garret Dillahunt, Bridget Regan, Kenric Green, Adyan Copes, Stelio Savante and Mel Rodriguez. Sarah’s Oil is inspired by Tonya Bolden’s book Searching for Sarah Rector: The Richest Black Girl in America, and tells the true story of Sarah Rector, an African American born in Oklahoma in the early 1900s. Filmed in Oklahoma, the drama chronicles Sarah’s journey to becoming the first African American teenage millionaire. Cyrus Nowrasteh (who also directed Savante in the action thriller Infidel) directed Sarah’s Oil from...

Exclusive: Female-empowered content is rising in the faith-based arena. Third Coast Content, an Endeavor Content-backed production company overseen by long-time faith film executive, Ben Howard and indie production company Sycamore Pictures are joining together on the faith-based film entitled Arise.

From a screenplay written by Paige Collins and Mark Freiburger, Arise is based on the Biblical account of the only female warrior in the history of ancient Israel. The story follows a people who have undergone years of oppression at the hands of King Jabin of Canaan. Against this backdrop, an ordinary woman named Deborah is called by God to rise up and deliver an unexpected victory for the chosen people of Israel. For those of you who know the Bible, the story will be set during the time...

In today's Indie Beat, the adaptation of a novel of the same name, Jimmy (which we've covered before), gets a theatrical run in several cities across the country.  Come inside to check out the list of theaters and see if it's coming to one near you.

Here at Cinelinx we like to talk about all aspects of filmmaking and movie news. To that end, we have Indie Beat where we highlight some of the latest news, trailers, and PR releases from the indie filmmaker scene.  So if you're an independent filmmaker and want some coverage on our site, be sure to drop us a line at [email protected].

Distributed for theatrical release by Mountaintop Entertainment & Creative Freedom, Jimmy (directed by Mark Freiburger) starts a theatrical run this coming Tuesday October 15th in over 20 cities. Starring are Ian Colletti (Rake), Ted Levine, Patrick Fabian, Kelly Carlson, Bob Gunton, Stelio Savante,...

Watch the trailer and browse the image gallery for the touching-looking Jimmy helmed by Mark Freiburger. The drama premieres Sunday, June 2nd on Gmc, followed by June 4th nationwide DVD release. Starring are Ian Colletti, Ted Levine, Patrick Fabian, Kelly Carlson, Bob Gunton, Stelio Savante, Burgess Jenkins, and Chuck Carrington. Freiburger and Gary Wheeler wrote the screenplay based on the Robert Whitlow novel by the same name. Jimmy is a family courtroom drama follows the story of a mentally challenged teenager (Colletti) who interacts with supernatural beings he calls "Watchers."...

You might remember the “Fashionista Daddy” Superbowl commercial? The winning “Doritos” commercial by director Mark Freiburger? Well, Freiberger is back with his follow-up, a very interesting film called “Jimmy.” “Jimmy” stars Ian Colletti, Ted Levine, Patrick Fabian, Kelly Carlson, Bob Gunton, Stelio Savante, Burgess Jenkins, Chuck Carrington, Gregory Alan Williams and Sharon Lawrence and is a family courtroom drama about a mentally challenged teenager (Colletti) who interacts with supernatural beings he calls “Watchers”.is the story about a mentally-challenged teenager who interacts with supernatural beings he calls “Watchers.” You can watch the trailer below the post. You can learn more about the film at the film’s official site. “Jimmy” will be [ Read More ]

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A new trailer for Jimmy, a film based on Robert Whitlow’s novel, has arrived.

The family film comes from director Mark Freiburger and stars Ian Colletti, Ted Levine (Monk, The Hills Have Eyes), Patrick Fabian (The Last Exorcism, Big Love, Veronica Mars), Kelly Carlson (Nip/Tuck, Melrose Place), Bob Gunton, Burgess Jenkins, Stelio Savante, Chuck Carrington, Sharon Lawrence, and Gregory Alan Williams. The plot revolves around “a mentally challenged teenager (Colletti) who interacts with supernatural beings he calls Watchers.” If that means a bunch of Giles’ running around, I’m in. Here’s the trailer:...

Today's Indie Beat comes in the form of the first trailer and poster for Jimmy, a family drama (with a somewhat supernatural twist) based on a book of the same name. Come inside to check out the first promo materials.

Here at Cinelinx we like to talk about all aspects of filmmaking and movie news. To that end, we now have Indie Beat where we'll highlight some of the latest news, trailers, and PR releases from the indie filmmaker scene. So if you're an independent filmmaker and want some coverage on our site, be sure to drop us a line at [email protected] . Now let's get to the trailer:

And the official information on the film:

Superbowl 'Fashionista Daddy' Doritos winning commercial director Mark Freiburger has a trailer out for his upcoming film Jimmy.

Directed by Mark Freiburger the cast includes Ian Colletti, Ted Levine, Patrick Fabian, Kelly Carlson,...

Catch the trailer and the poster for Mark Freiburger's Jimmy, starring Ian Colletti, Ted Levine, Patrick Fabian and Kelly Carlson. The drama's scheduled to find release on June 4th, 2013 and is based on the novel by Robert Whitlow. Jimmy tells of a mentally challenged teenager (Colletti) who interacts with supernatural beings he calls "Watchers". Also in the cast are Bob Gunton, Burgess Jenkins, Stelio Savante, Chuck Carrington, Sharon Lawrence and Gregory Alan Williams. I must say, the trailer's quite moving, and I certainly would recommend catching this film, which looks to have its share of thrills, drama, compassion, love and perseverance.

Catch the trailer and the poster for Mark Freiburger's Jimmy, starring Ian Colletti, Ted Levine, Patrick Fabian and Kelly Carlson. The drama's scheduled to find release on June 4th, 2013 and is based on the novel by Robert Whitlow. Jimmy tells of a mentally challenged teenager (Colletti) who interacts with supernatural beings he calls "Watchers". Also in the cast are Bob Gunton, Burgess Jenkins, Stelio Savante, Chuck Carrington, Sharon Lawrence and Gregory Alan Williams. I must say, the trailer's quite moving, and I certainly would recommend catching this film, which looks to have its share of thrills, drama, compassion, love and perseverance.

The biggest day of the year in advertising is coming up this Sunday, but as in recent years, fans don't have to wait until the Super Bowl to laugh (or groan) at the featured ads. One of the companies leading the way in terms of pregame views is Doritos, which recently wrapped up its seventh annual Crash The Super Bowl contest, where one lucky fan's chosen ad sees broadcast during the big game. All five finalist ads were available on the Doritos YouTube channel, while fans were able to vote for their favorite on Facebook. After weeks of intense competition, Mark Freiburger's 'Fashionista Daddy' spot has been announced as the winner, proving that tough guys do in fact wear pink. Freiburger, a filmmaker originally from North Carolina, has also released a behind-the-scenes video where we learn, among other things, when it's appropriate to create pixie dust in post-production. Freiburger...

Today on Indie Beat, Rob got the chance to talk with Stelio Savante, about his current projects, his start in the wide world of film, and of course, what he plans on doing next. Come on inside to check out the full discussion.

Here at Cinelinx we like to talk about all aspects of filmmaking and movie news. To that end, we now have Indie Beat where we'll highlight some of the latest news, trailers, and PR releases from the indie filmmaker scene. So if you're an independent filmmaker and want some coverage on our site, be sure to drop us a line at [email protected]. Now onto the interview!

Rob: What motivated you to produce 110 Stories? How did that project begin?

Stelio: I’m not a producer by trade but I’d been a cast member of the play commemorating 9/11 almost annually in NY. Playing the Bolivar Arellano role opposite Susan Sarandon,...

Sarah Habel is set to star in the Jason Epperson-helmed independent thriller "Unrequited." Jeff Day and Tom Lockridge write the screenplay for the film produced by Gil Holland, Jeff Day, Mark Freiburger and Lockridge. The psychological thriller which follows a man who leaves a home for troubled teens when he turns eighteen and finds his love is with another. He takes to kidnapping her in an attempt to win her love back. Habel's in the Drew Barrymore-directed "Whip It!" comedy with Barrymore, Ellen Page...

It looks like the past is catching up with actress Sarah Habel.

Habel has been hired as the female lead in "Unrequited," an indie thriller written by Jeff Day and Tom Lockridge and directed by Jason Epperson. Gil Holland, Mark Freiburger, Day and Lockridge are producing.

The psychological thriller follows a man who leaves a group home for troubled teens when he turns 18 and discovers that his former girlfriend (Habel) has moved on with another guy. He kidnaps her to try to regain her affection.

Habel, repped by APA and Fuel Film Works, has a recurring role on ABC's comedy series "The Deep End," which debuts in the fall, and co-stars in Drew Barrymore's directorial debut "Whip It!" which Fox Searchlight is set to release in October.