Posted by Jennifer on 28 November 2011 | Filed under Films, Interviews, Videos | Leave a Comment

Coming to Blu-ray and DVD this Tuesday, November 29th, is director Renny Harlin’s riveting drama 5 Days of War, which stars Val Kilmer, Andy Garcia, Rupert Friend, and Emmanuelle Chriqui. We have an exclusive look at this action-packed international thriller, with an all-new interview from star Emmanuelle Chriqui.



Posted by Jennifer on 14 November 2011 | Filed under Interviews | Leave a Comment

For most of us, the idea of a healthy and sustainable lifestyle is something that exists only in a utopian society, a world far from the one we have now. But with the current shift in perspective prompted by repercussions that stem from a wasteful and unhealthy way of living, people are slowly realizing the importance of caring not only for themselves but for the environment as well.

Getting the idea to stick to mainstream consciousness is not an easy task. Although many organizations have dedicated time and effort in raising awareness on sustainability, it also helps that people see role models who can attest to the benefits of adapting the lifestyle. Hollywood A-lister Emmanuelle Chriqui is one of these role models who’s proud to share their views on eco-friendly living.

During a recent phone interview with Asian reporters, Chriqui revealed that she owes her inclination towards green living to her upbringing. Raised in an organic home, the actress had a deep understanding of the lifestyle which she continues to observe today.

“I grew up in a home where my mother always had a beautiful garden and made things from scratch. I think I’ve always had an appreciation of where food comes from,” Chriqui said. The actress makes it a point to eat healthy which is why she tries to observe a vegan diet.

From common practice, Chriqui found that the concept soon grew into a consciousness and a general concern for the environment. “I think that organically it just occurred to me that we need to take care of the planet, because if we don’t there would be nothing left for us and there would be nothing left for our children,” Chriqui enthused.

Chriqui believes that, in her own ways, she is contributing a lot to this green revolution. “This just became one of the things where once you learn about it and the more you learn, the more you practice. Things like recycling, eliminating the use of water bottles, conserving energy, driving a Prius (Toyota Hybrid), being 80 percent vegetarian has a tremendous effect on the environment and as well as your health,” Chriqui explained.

The actress also reveals her satisfaction with the way the community has started a movement which the rest of the world, including the entertainment industry, has been willing to adapt. “It’s just something I’m passionate about and excited to see that there’s really a movement. Certainly here in Hollywood, there is a giant movement to turn the industry green,” Chriqui shared.

If there is any ounce of concern left for the future, there’s no denying that going green is the only way to move forward. While we are long ways before we can come close to regaining what was lost from generations of abuse, it’s good to know that there are people out there making a difference in the world. While Emmanuelle Chriqui’s situation might be just a drop in an endless ocean, this speck creates ripples that reach far and deep. “It just excites me. I just think that it’s the wave of the future and I hope that people would just jump on board because without mother earth we don’t have anything.”

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Posted by Jennifer on 3 November 2011 | Filed under Films, News | Comments Off

An all-star cast bring the chills to DVD and Blu-ray on November 8th with the Anchor Bay Films thriller “13″.

A remake of the award-winning 2005 international sensation 13 Tzameti, 13 is written and directed by Gela Babluani, the original film’s writer/director, and boasts an all-star cast including Sam Riley (Control, Brighton Rock), Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson (Get Rich or Die Tryin’), Ray Winstone (The Departed, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull), Alexander Skarsgård (“True Blood”), Oscar nominee Michael Shannon (Revolutionary Road, “Boardwalk Empire,” the upcoming Superman film Man of Steel), Ben Gazzara (Saint Jack, They All Laughed), Emmanuelle Chriqui (You Don’t Mess With The Zohan, “Entourage”) with Oscar nominee Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler, Iron Man 2) and Jason Statham (The Expendables, The Mechanic).

The original 13 Tzameti (the Georgian word for “13”) won the 2006 Sundance Grand Jury Prize and Babluani won best director at the Venice Film Festival.

In the film, Vince Ferro is a man in desperate circumstances. While on a quick fix-it job, he steals an envelope containing instructions for a mysterious job that promises a potential fortune. He assumes a false identity and follows the instructions, only to find himself a numbered participant in an underworld Russian roulette competition, where gamblers place bets on who’ll survive when the trigger is pulled.

The stakes are high, but the payout is more than he can resist. Many are competing for the first time, and a precious few have even returned to play again, but are his odds any better than other players in this most deadly game? What will it take to be the last man standing?

Bonus features on 13 Blu-ray™ and DVD will include a behind-the-scenes featurette, and the theatrical trailer.

You can pre-order the DVD and Blu-ray versions of the film right now!

 


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