Renowned Scottish actor will lead a star-studded lineup at the pop culture convention in November SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ewan McGregor, who has played some of the most iconic roles in pop culture history, will appear at FAN EXPO San Francisco, November 24 – 26, 2023, at Moscone Center West. With a […]
Month: August 2023
Field of Light at Freedom Plaza Names World-Class Production Team to Lead Installation of Public Artwork on Manhattan’s East Side
The 6-acre installation by international artist Bruce Munro celebrating freedom, global democracy and the creative spirit embodied by New York City will premiere in Fall 2023. NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Eventique, Tracy Strann, and Stacey Soloviev have been engaged to lead the installation and ongoing programming of Field of Light, an immersive public […]
KICK PEACH BEAUTY-Reimagining Skincare with Innovative Waterless Formulation.
Meet the NEW, PM POWER PACK a patent-pending, waterless night treatment by KICK PEACH BEAUTY. Introducing KICK PEACH BEAUTY- Reimagining skincare through waterless formulations. Their signature night treatment, the PM POWER PACK debuts Sept 21, 2023. We are not just another skincare brand; we are a movement towards reimagining everything about the way we care […]
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10 Things to Know About PrEP to HELP Prevent HIV
Dr. Kamila Seilhan Dr. Kamila Seilhan, Internist and Medical Director at LabFinder.com, provides an overview for preventing HIV in higher-risk patients. There’s less information about people who are at risk of contracting HIV through needle sharing, but for this group PrEP appears to be at least 74% effective, which is still very significant.” — Dr. […]
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Introducing Tchotchke – Elevate Your Home with Design Forward Jewish objects
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — We are thrilled to announce the launch of Tchotchke, the premier destination for contemporary Judaica that caters to design sensitive audiences. Tchotchke objects are imagined with a nod to tradition, along with buckets of whimsy and beauty, for those of us Jews who think Judaica can be an […]
Lehigh Valley Dentist Offering Affordable Dental Care, Including Cleanings & Fillings
Castle Dental is now Center Valley Dental Center Valley Dental offers general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry services. CENTER VALLEY, PA, USA, August 10, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Center Valley Dental offers affordable general dentistry services in the Lehigh Valley and is currently looking for new patients. General dentistry is the cornerstone of oral health, and Center Valley […]
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A Healing Journey through Universal Energy
Explore YogChakra Reiki Directory For Reiki Practitioners and Reiki blog 54 Inspiring Reiki Quotes Unveiling Reiki’s Healing Power: Embark on a transformative journey through universal energy and discover holistic wellness. Reiki is where the art of healing converges with the energy of the universe, creating a symphony of wellness that resonates within the depths of […]
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Behind the Glow: Exploring the Hype Surrounding Facials
The deep dermis is the area that houses the cells that produce collagen and elastin. Treatments and products must reach this area to have a significant effect. Renowned Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Penelope Treece Examines Science Behind Facials: Unveiling Efficacy and Long-Term Impact Amidst Skincare Craze. Facials, while momentarily invigorating, must be approached with a realistic […]
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Award-Winning Affordable Housing Documentary ‘UNZIPPED: An Autopsy of American Inequality’ Debuts in Its Home City of Venice

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LOS ANGELES, August 11, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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UNZIPPED, a feature documentary about the growing affordable housing crisis in America, will be screened publicly for the first time in the community where it was filmed, Venice, California, 90291. The screening is at the Electric Lodge in Venice, California, on Friday, August 11, at 7 p.m.
The event is sponsored by The Satyagraha Alliance; the Matern Law Group, hosted by Philanthropist, Podcast Host and Attorney, Matthew J. Matern, and is a benefit for Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y.).
Written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Colin K. Gray, Executive Produced by Lucy Liu, and featuring music tracks from Run The Jewels, UNZIPPED has been hailed as the “frontline” documentary “for America’s housing divide” (Variety,) a film that “humanizes” the issue (KCRW), and an “important, powerful and enlightening” documentary (KPCC’s Film Week).
UNZIPPED is produced by GRAiNEY PICTURES in association with Ley Line Entertainment and The Nation of Artists. Local Venice partners featured in the documentary include Venice Family Clinic, Venice Community Housing, Venice Heritage Museum, St. Joseph Center and S. P. Y.
A companion affordable housing impact campaign, #RaiseTheRoof, launched alongside the film with an interactive Impact Hub that showcases simple ways to get involved and support local housing organizations.
About the host, Matthew J. Matern
Matt is a successful attorney, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is the founder of Matern Law Group in California and created The Satyagraha Alliance, a non-profit that supports and partners with other environmental and homelessness organizations.
Dedicated to giving back to the community, he started the Alliance to support philanthropic programs for local underserved communities. The Satyagraha Alliance has donated substantial sums to many local charities including Safe Place for Youth, St. Joseph’s Center, Downtown Women’s Center, Food Finders and the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission.
In addition to his philanthropic work with the Satyagraha Alliance, Matt is host and creator of “A Climate Change”, a weekly radio show and podcast discussing issues of climate change with influential environmental leaders.
About Colin K. Gray
Colin is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and screenwriter. Uniting every project he tackles is a deep commitment to crafting powerful stories that challenge the status quo.
In addition to directing & writing UNZIPPED, Colin’s documentary credits include: Being Canadian, ATARI: Game Over, Redlight, and Freedom’s Fury, his acclaimed documentary about the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 and ‘Blood in the Water” Olympic water polo match (named one of the 20 Greatest Sports Documentaries of All Time by Esquire magazine). Colin and EPs Quentin Tarantino and Lucy Liu were knighted by Hungary for the film.
Colin’s ongoing commitment to social impact work includes writing and directing projects for Habitat for Humanity, Action Against Hunger, UNICEF and One Voice. Colin was also a staff writer on Netflix’s children’s series Phantom Pups. His other scripted credits include Savage Lands and Meena, based on the novel “Half the Sky”.
For more information on UNZIPPED and #RaiseTheRoof, please visit: www.unzippedmovie.com
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Award-Winning Affordable Housing Documentary ‘UNZIPPED: An Autopsy of American Inequality’ Debuts in Its Home City of Venice
NY exhibition focuses on Jewish WWII refugees who found safety in Shanghai
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The following article was published today by China Daily.
An exhibition in New York City vividly portrays the history of more than 20,000 fleeing Jewish refugees who sought shelter in Shanghai during World…