® THE GATEWAY THEATRE AND THE NEW YORK FILM CRITICS SERIES® ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF LIVE NATIONAL IN-THEATER SCREENING SERIES MODERATED BY ROLLING STONE FILM CRITIC PETER TRAVERS [Fort Lauderdale] – The Gateway Theatre has announced they have partnered The New York Film Critics Series® (NYFCS®), one of the leading word-of-mouth screening companies throughout the U.S. to present a live, national, in-theater Screening Series. The events are moderated by Peter Travers, film critic for Rolling Stone Magazine, and ABC’s Popcorn. The Series presents interactive, in-theater; pre-release movies and big screen HD simulcast with the stars and filmmakers. Opening night November 5th, 2013 will feature Paramount Vantage’s NEBRASKA along with a live appearance by Bruce Dern, Winner of Best Actor, 2013 International Cannes Film Festival and Will Forte (SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE and MACGRUBER). After receiving a sweepstakes letter in the mail, a cantankerous father (Bruce Dern) thinks he’s struck it rich, and wrangles his son (Will Forte) into taking a road trip to claim the fortune. Shot in black and white across four states, Nebraska tells the stories of family life in the heartland of America. Nebraska is directed by Oscar® winner Alexander Payne (THE DESCENDANTS, SIDEWAYS). The live event will be simulcast live from AMC EMPIRE 25, 234 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036. 8PM ET. A regular series of ongoing preview in approximately 50 selected major markets. Audiences experience all of the excitement of live Q&A sessions, hosted by Peter Travers. The big screen events deliver 9-13 curated pre-release films per year to discerning audiences on a monthly basis. Each movie in the Screening Series is introduced live by Peter Travers. Audiences then see award contenders prior to their release followed by live, HD Q&A between Travers, audiences and talent from the films. Each piece will bring the energy and VIP nature of prestigious, NYC screenings for nationwide audiences to interact with stars and directors via two way simulcast. This will not be available on the internet or TV. Producer Mark Ehrenkranz commented: “Exclusive New York screenings with Peter Travers and live stars will now be intimately shared and enjoyed by film lovers everywhere in the comfort of their own neighborhood theaters. Unavailable in the past, filmgoers now have immediate access to personally chat with artisans to honestly discuss their work. The creators of the smaller, better films will now mutually interact with a nationwide audience to help spread the word and ensure that these films of high caliber continue to be made and distributed.” The prestige movies in the Screening Series will be followed by a regular theatrical run, and eventually be available at other theaters throughout the US and the World. This is the first ever Live National In-Theater Screening Series which will entertain, educate, surprise, and refresh the spirit of true independent and foreign language filmmaking through provocative story-telling. The NYFCS® is dedicated to producing inspiring events in a collaborative environment and to nurturing the long-term success of movies. Featuring an energetic, creative, and experienced team, the NYFCS® exhibits socially and culturally relevant films with live world-class talent in the best independent theaters throughout the US. For more information contact: The Gateway Theatre 1820 East Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33322 thegatewaytheatre 954-763-7995 nyfilmcriticsseries About The New York Film Critics Series® Peter Travers, Host. Peter is an American film critic, who has written for, in turn, People and Rolling Stone. Travers also hosts a celebrity interview show called Popcorn on ABC News Now and ABCNews. Travers joined Rolling Stone in 1989 after a four-year stint with People. Hes best known for his basic writing style that eschews a more sophisticated analysis for an easy-to-read and often very opinionated form. According to efilmcritic, Travers is the nations most blurbed film critic. Peter has hosted the NYFCS for over 10 years. In addition to Rolling Stone Magazine, ABC-TV, Peter appears regularly on Newsweek & The Daily Beast, The Soho Apple Store, and CNN. Mark Ehrenkranz, Series Producer. Mark Ehrenkranz has been producing The NY Film Critics Series® for 18 years. He is also producing Turbulent Souls a full length feature film based on the memoirs of Stephen J. Dubner (co-author of Freakonomics ). National, key account marketing and sales executive for Ingram Entertainment. His credits include: Michael Nesmiths Prime Time NBC Series, Television Parts. USAs Nightflight, Radio 1990, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, Entertainment Tonight, CBSs America, To Hear, a PBS Special Presentation hosted by Joel Grey. Assistant to Harvey Miller, Private Benjamin, Protocol, Bad Medicine. Fire and Ice, a Ralph Bakshi/Frank Frazetta Production & Twentieth Century Fox. Assistant to Jerry Belson ,Fun With Dick and Jane, Surrender, Always. Really Cool Jobs™ Save The Child, Return Of The Squeegee Men. Michael Wynne Associate Producer and Exhibitor Relations. Michael Wynne has worked with the NY Film Critics Series® for 5 year in a variety of rolls, and currently serves as an Associate Producer for the series. He graduated from Boston University in 2008 where he majored in Film and Television. In the past, he has worked for Good Morning America and Dr. Phil as well as a Producer for Theory Films, Inc. In his current position, Michael helps oversee screening operations to guarantee the highest quality events for audiences. He works with all: theaters, distributors, key PR firms and talent on a constant basis for the series. Enrico Paola Marketing and Sponsorships. Enrico Paola is a marketing consultant who has developed entertainment marketing partnerships for movie theatres, content partners and agencies. With an extensive background in filmed entertainment and theatrical marketing, Mr. Paola held senior roles at Loews Cineplex Entertainment and Cinema Scene Marketing before launching his own consultancy. His clients have included concession packaging and distribution companies, new technology start-ups, real-estate developers and most recently, the new state-of-the-art CityPlex12 theatre in Newark, NJ. Mr. Paola brings 20 years of experience in marketing and sponsorships and holds an MBA from the Fordham Graduate School of Business. Independent Theaters. The NYFCS® network of U.S. theaters are independent partners that are dedicated to presenting the finest films available. These are exhibitors who take great pride in their shows and provide patrons with state-of-the-art, live HD experiences in the comfort of their convenient locations. Each location has been carefully chosen to ensure the best possible experience that is available in domestic, independent cinema today. FOLLOW THE GATEWAY THEATRE ON FACEBOOK * * * *
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