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Dennis Hopper's OUT OF THE BLUE Will Play in Theaters for 40th Anniversary


The 4K Restoration of Dennis Hopper's Out of the Blue (timed to its 40th Anniversary) will soon have a regional expansion including: Los Angeles, Toronto,Vancouver, Chicago, Seattle, Atlanta, New Orleans, Nashville and more. Check out the full list of screenings now! Plus, watch the trailer for the new re-mastered version now!

Dystopia Sci-Fi Con Comes To Los Angeles Convention Center For Inaugural Launch In November


Beyond belief lies the heart of science fiction and this fall, fans of the genre will assemble at the inaugural Dystopia Sci-Fi Con, a new interactive event featuring a cinematic lineup of sci-fi, cyberpunk, virtual reality, and future noir alongside special guests, panels, exhibitors, and more. The gathering will also host the first half of The 8th Annual Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival, a thriving platform for independent film in honor of acclaimed novelist Philip K. Dick. A number of celebrated actors, filmmakers, and speakers will appear including David Brin, Barney Burman, Elizabeth Karr, Julianna Robinson, Tim Russ, Saku Sakamoto, M.D. Selig, and John Alan Simon. Held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the event will run from November 8-10, 2019.

New Clip for RADIO FREE ALBEMUTH Starring Alanis Morissette


Below, check out an all-new clip for RADIO FREE ALBEMUTH, a sci-fi thriller from author Philip K. Dick (Blade Runner, Minority Report, A Scanner Darkly), adapted to screen and directed by John Alan Simon.

Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival Announces Award Winners


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival has announced the award winners from its inaugural festival in Lille, France which took place from October 25-27, 2013 at the historic L'Hybride Cinema venue.

Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival Welcomes 2013 Finalists Today


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival has announced the final films to be screened at its first international event which will honor one of the most respected writers within the literary world. The three-day experience will mark the first of many worldwide gatherings in the beautiful and historic Lille, France this weekend, October 25-27, 2013 at the famous L'Hybride Cinema venue. The films which are adapted or inspired from the works of Philip K. Dick will entertain and enthrall the innumerable fans who have continued to honor his enduring legacy within the genre of science fiction.

Philip K. Dick EUROPEAN Sci-Fi Film Festival Announces Full Schedule


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival has announced the full schedule of films to be screened at its first international event which will honor one of the most respected writers within the literary world.

Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival Announces 2013 Finalists


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival has announced the final films to be screened at its first international event which will honor one of the most respected writers within the literary world. The three-day experience will mark the first of many worldwide gatherings in the beautiful and historic Lille, France from October 25-27, 2013 at the famous L'Hybride Cinema venue. The films which are adapted or inspired from the works of Philip K. Dick will entertain and enthrall the innumerable fans who have continued to honor his enduring legacy within the genre of science fiction.

PHILIP K. DICK Sci-fi Film Festival Announces Early Submissions


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival has announced the earliest submissions of films and shorts to be screened at its first international event which will honor one of the most respected writers within the literary world. The three-day experience will mark the first of many worldwide gatherings in the beautiful and historic Lille, France from October 25-27, 2013 at the famous L'Hybride Cinema venue. The films which are adapted or inspired from the works of Philip K. Dick will entertain and enthrall the innumerable fans who have continued to honor his enduring legacy within the genre of science-fiction.

Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Expands to France


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival is taking its mission internationally as it honors one of the literary world's most acclaimed geniuses. A three-day event will mark the first of many worldwide gatherings in the beautiful and historic Lille, France from October 25-27, 2013 at the famous L'Hybride Cinema venue. This unprecedented move will welcome an international awareness to this remarkable festival and extend its celebration of Philip K. Dick to his countless fans who continue his legacy within the genre of science fiction.

The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Expands To France


The Philip K. Dick European Science Fiction Film Festival is taking its mission internationally as it honors one of the literary world's most acclaimed geniuses. A three-day event will mark the first of many worldwide gatherings in the beautiful and historic Lille, France from October 25-27, 2013 at the famous L'Hybride Cinema venue. This unprecedented move will welcome an international awareness to this remarkable festival and extend its celebration of Philip K. Dick to his countless fans who continue his legacy within the genre of science fiction.

The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Returns December 2013


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival is gearing up for a second exciting year to honor of its namesake and one of the most celebrated novelists of the 20th century. Expanding its ?lm and panel slate to various sub-genres, multiple venues in Brooklyn and Manhattan will hold screenings and gatherings from December 4-8, 2013 in what is expected to be yet another successful celebration of Philip K. Dick and his legions of fans who continue his legacy by recreating the magic he bestowed on the world of science ?ction.

Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Now Accepting Submissions for 2nd Annual Event


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival is gearing up for a second year in honor of its namesake and one of the most celebrated novelists of the 20th century. Expanding its film and panel slate to various sub-genres, multiple venues in Brooklyn and Manhattan will hold screenings and gatherings from December 4-8, 2013.

Photo Flash: Inaugural Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival's inaugural event went off without the occurrence of a broken timeline and became one of this past weekend's hottest gatherings. About 1,000 fans attended the IndieScreen theater with a sold out opening night for Radio Free Albemuth and five other previously announced locations to view 10 features and 50 shorts which carry on the concepts and style of the festival's legendary namesake. Check out photos from the festival below!

Photo Flash: Inside the Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival!


The creative vision of Philip K. Dick lived on as the borough became the setting of a myriad of films inspired by one of the genre's most celebrated contributors at The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival in Brooklyn from December 7-9, 2012. Check out photos from The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival inside!

Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Kicks Off Today


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival has unveiled its entire schedule of events which will take place from today, December 7-9, 2012 at several locations including the IndieScreen theater, The Cervantes Institute, Singularity and Company, Spectacle Theater, The Producer's Club and the Museum of the Moving Image. The weekend-long celebration is sure to excite many and bring forth an appreciation of the Philip K. Dick's legacy.

Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Announces Full Schedule, 12/7-9


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival has unveiled its entire schedule of events which will take place from December 7-9, 2012 at several locations including the IndieScreen theater, The Cervantes Institute, Singularity and Company, Spectacle Theater, The Producer's Club and the Museum of the Moving Image. The weekend-long celebration is sure to excite many and bring forth an appreciation of the Philip K. Dick's legacy.

RADIO FREE ALBEMUTH to Kick Off Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival, 12/7


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival is the city's first event of its kind celebrating the genre. The organizers behind the event which takes place in Brooklyn from from December 7-9, 2012 are excited to preview the award-winning films before their anticipated screenings. From the minds of talented filmmakers the festival brings forth the wisdom of worlds unlike anything seen before and showcase the possibilities of what science fiction offers.

JUAN OF THE DEAD, BLOOD FOR IRINA to Screen at Philip K. Dick Sci Fi Film Festival


The 1st Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival is excited to announce two new films to its lineup: Chris Alexander's debut vampire tale Blood for Irina and Alejandro Brugués' Cuban zombie comedy Juan of the Dead.

The Philp K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival Set for December


The creative vision of Philip K. Dick lives on as the borough becomes the setting of a myriad of films inspired by one of the genre's most celebrated contributors at The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival in Brooklyn from from December 7-9, 2012. From the exclusive screening of John Alan Simon's Radio Free Albemuth and further original films that capture the essence of the scientifically unexplained to the panel discussions that tap into the some of the greatest minds of our generation, the festival is sure to captivate and bring forth an appreciation of cinema's most outer-worldly style.

Mirren, Lythgoe, Wolf & More Set For BritWeek Film & TV Summit 4/23


BritWeek Film & TV Summit Friday, April 23 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.

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