**MEDIA ALERT** BLOOD KISS SIGNING WITH AMBER BENSON, MICHAEL REAVES AND SURPRISE GUESTS

  

Hollywood – July 11, 2013 – Last month, actress Amber Benson, Whoopi Goldberg, noted writer Neil Gaiman, and a number of entertainment industry veterans rallied behind ailing filmmaker Michael Reaves’ feature film “Blood Kiss” helping it to exceed funding goals on the popular crowdfunding site Kickstarter.

The project achieved national attention with coverage by Entertainment Weekly, Fangoria, and was featured in George Pennacchio’s entertainment spotlight on the ABC-7 11:00 News.

Now, the highly anticipated Vamp Noir feature film which stars Neil Gaiman in his acting debut alongside Amber Benson will be appearing at San Diego Comic-Con 2013 for an autograph signing and press opportunities.

Michael Reaves, who is in the advanced stages of Parkinson’s disease, is known for his prolific writing and producing which included scripts for such shows as “Batman The Animated Series”, “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “Sliders,” “The Flash,” “Father Dowling Mysteries,” “He-Man”, “Dungeons and Dragons”, “Gargoyles” and many others. He has received an Emmy Award, a Howie Award, and many other nominations.

Blood Kiss, set in 1940s Hollywood, is the classic film noir tale of a sexy jazz singer in distress and a Private Investigator who takes on a little more than he bargained for when he discovers this case involves the murder of multiple Vampires.

Award-winning writer/producer Neil Gaiman will be making his acting debut in the film as eccentric movie director, “Julian Cross”. “I'm willing to pretend that the prospect of acting doesn't terrify me in order to help Michael Reaves make his film.” said Gaiman, known for his work on “Dr. Who”, “The Sandman,” “Coraline”, “American Gods,” and more.

  

 Actress Amber Benson is slated to play the lead role of “Ruby Day”, the sexy jazz singer in Blood Kiss. “Michael has been a great supporter of not just his friends, but many, many others in the industry, with his encouragement, advice and his hands-on help,” said Benson who is known for her work on the series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” “Supernatural,” and others, “but now is our turn to give back and make Michael’s dream of making his passion film a reality.”

 

Michael Reaves (Batman, Star Trek) Amber Benson (Buffy, Supernatural), producer Daniela Di Mase, Co-Producer Leah Cevoli (Robot Chicken, Deadwood) and composer David Raiklen (Worth) will be on-hand to sign exclusive Blood Kiss posters from artists Tom Mandrake (Batman, Martian Manhunter) and Christopher D. Salmon.

 

Please confirm your attendance with the press contacts listed below.

FRIDAY,   JULY 19th

What: Blood Kiss Autograph Signing

When: 4:00M-5:00PM      Where: Booth 3919 Geekscape

PRESS INQUIRIES:

Contact David or Leah
BloodKissMovie2013@Gmail.com

www.BloodKissMovie.com

www.Facebook.com/BloodKissMovie

www.twitter.com/BloodKissMovie
www.youtube.com/OfficialBloodKiss

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Rachel Caine's MORGANVILLE: The Web TV Series Kickstarter

Rachel Caine is a New York Times best selling author of more than 30 novels. Among them is the highly acclaimed Vampire series, Morganville.

 

The Morganville novels follow a young Claire Danvers who moves to Morganville, Texas for college only to discover the town is run by vampires.

There are currently fourteen books in the series with book number fifteen set to be released in November.


Over the past few years fans have been asking for a Morganville movie. Now, thanks to kickstarter, the Morganville Vampires are coming to life as a web TV series. With the help of fans across the world they have reached their initial goal of $75,000 and with only hours left in the campaign they currently stand at over $80,000. The more they raise the better the series will be. The series will currently be made into episodes 10-15 minutes in length.

It's not too late for YOU to be a part of Morganville, literally. With plenty of rewards to choose from including being a "virtual guest". Pledges range anywhere from $5 and up to $10,000 or more. You can pick up perks like digital downloads, dvds, posters, Morganville jewelry and even bunny vampire slippers. Not to mention a signed head shot of Amelie played by Amber Benson. Oh, did I forget to mention that? YES...THE Amber Benson will be playing Amelie, the founder of Morganville.

Amber Benson and Rachel Caine at SDCC 2012

Amber Benson is no stranger to vampires having played Tara Maclay for three seasons on the hit TV series Buffy The Vampire Slayer AND playing the vampire named Lenore on two episodes of Supernatural. Also, just recently funded on kickstarter as well, she will be starring in Blood Kiss, a vampire noir set in 1940's Hollywood.




So what are you waiting for. Head over to the Kickstarter page and make a pledge.

BREAK YOUR STRAIGHT a project by Emma Caulfield

BREAK YOUR STRAIGHT is a new short film that is being put together by writer/producer Dustin Brooks, actor/producer Mark Leslie Ford, director Tyler Glodt and actress/producer Emma Caulfield.

Break Your Straight tackles the subject of a parallel world that is not heterosexual friendly in a dark but comedic way.

"B.Y.S follows our lead DAVID, as he attempts to navigate a dark and mysterious camp intended to change his sexuality. Set in a parallel universe where the sexual bias is in favor of homosexuals, heterosexual males find themselves facing tough decisions."

"In making Break Your Straight, we are faced with executing a narrative that could offend or turn people off. Though we as a group have come far in over coming our prejudice toward minority groups, or those deemed as “other”, we still face barriers when it comes to alternative sexual identity and whom we choose to love."


THE KICKSTARTER:
The Break Your Straight team has launched a kickstarter and they have already met their initial goal of $12,000 but they still need your help to achieve a stretch goal of $16,000 in order to make the film the best that it can be. With only 12 days left in the campaign they are reaching out to the fans. They have currently raised over $13,500.

Pledge amounts range from $3 and all the way up to $2000 or more. In exchange for your pledge you can pick up some pretty cool rewards. Anything from a signed coffee mug, a DVD, digital downloads and even a role on the film, that's right, YOU can be in the film. Head over to the kickstarter page and check it out. Make a pledge, if you cannot make a pledge, not a problem you can still help out by spreading the word.


A little bit of background information on the Break Your Straight team:

 

PRODUCER Emma Caulfield:
Emma has appeared in numerous TV and Web series including Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Once Upon A Time, Beverley Hills 90210, Husbands and Bandwagon. Emma has co-authored the book Contropussy and is also a weekly YouTube vlogger. Subscribe to her Essnemma channel.

WRITER, PRODUCER AND ACTOR Dustin Brooks:
New to Hollywood, Dustin is the "driving force behind Break Your Straight" Dustin has acted in the films Magandang Umaga and In Focus.

PRODUCER & ACTOR Mark Leslie Ford:

Mark has appeared in various TV series including 90210 and can be seen in the recent film Buck Wild.

  

DIRECTOR Tyler Glodt:

Tyler has directed and written films including Buck Wild and The Eves.

Break Your Straight is endorsed by David Brian Sanders auction chair and committee member for Youth Services of the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center.

              

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The final 48 hours for BLOOD KISS

BLOOD KISS has now entered the final 48 hour stretch of their kickstarter campaign with over $65,700 raised. They still have hopes of reaching their stretch goal of $100,000. It CAN happen with YOUR help. So, if you have not yet pledged your support for this sure-to-be fangtastic film, then I urge you to go now and make a contribution. No pledge is too small and every bit helps to make this film they best that it can be.

Once you make a contribution consider adding on one of the extra perks.
Add on a t-shirt or two for yourself or a friend.
Add on the graphic novel by Tom Mandrake.
NEW REWARD ADDED Get an autographed 8x10 of Amber Benson.

And if that's not enough why not add on the soundtrack CD. Listen to Amber Benson belt out some tunes, come on now, what's NOT to love about that!! You can even add on a signed copy of the CD. That's right, Amber will sign your very own copy of the soundtrack.

Blood Kiss stars the multi-talented Amber Benson who will be playing the jazz singing Ruby Day

Neil Gaiman makes his acting debut playing Hollywood director, Julian Cross.

Blood Kiss was written by the amazing Michael Reaves.










So what are you waiting for? Go now to the kickstarter page and make your pledge.
Be a part of Team Blood Kiss....Be A Blood Donor!

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BLOOD KISS, a film by Michael Reaves. Starring Amber Benson and Neil Gaiman

Michael Reaves, Neil Gaiman and Amber Benson.
What do these people have in common besides being super talented? They are involved in a new project that is sure to be amazing. Let me begin by giving you a little background info on these folks and then I will tell you why I'm excited about this and how you can help out.

BLOOD KISS is a new film that was written by Michael Reaves. Michael is a writer and producer who has worked on numerous projects including Disney's Gargoyles, Twilight Zone, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Batman: The Animated series and so much more.

Neil Gaiman is an author who has worked on various comic books, novels, short fiction and graphic novels. Some of his work includes Coraline, Stardust and The Graveyard Book for which he won two awards.

Amber Benson is an actress, writer, producer and director. She is best know for her role of Tara Maclay on  Buffy The Vampire Slayer. Amber wrote the five book Calliope Reaper-Jones series for Ace/Roc. She co-directed the feature film Drones and has also directed the BBC animated series Ghosts Of Albion. Amber has appeared in numerous films and has made guest appearances in various TV shows including Supernatural and Ringer. She has also written, produced, directed and starred in two of her very own films, Chance and Lovers, Liars and Lunatics.

I also want to take a moment and mention Tom Mandrake. Tom is an illustrator who has worked on such titles as Batman, Wolverine and 30 Days Of Night. Tom will be doing the graphic novel for BLOOD KISS.

 

What is BLOOD KISS about?

First off this is not some movie about some sparkly vampires or anything of that sort. BLOOD KISS will be a noir vampire film set in 1940's Hollywood. This is a completely new take on your typical vampire movie.

Neil Gaiman will be making his acting debut playing the character Julian Cross who is an eccentric Hollywood director. The one thing that I am most excited about in this film is that not only will Amber Benson be starring opposite Neil but she will be singing. For you Amber fans out there you know what an amazing singing voice she has. Amber will be playing a seductive jazz singer named Ruby Day. If you're as excited about this as I am then you know that we cannot wait to see this.

Now, onto the Kickstarter.

BLOOD KISS has managed to raise their initial goal of $50,000 in less than two weeks. With only a week left in the campaign they are hoping to reach out to more fans in order to help them reach their stretch goals. So come on people, get on board and as my friend puts it "be a blood donor"

Did I forget to mention that Whoopi Goldberg is a supporter? Well she is.

"Can't wait to see....feel the blood kiss. - Whoopie Goldberg"

Click here to watch the official kickstarter campaign video .

In addition to your support you will also be receiving some pretty kick ass rewards including DVD's, posters, autographed merchandise, T-Shirts and more. You can even pick up a copy of Tom Mandrake's graphic novel as an add on.

Kickstarter Video Updates.

Click here to be taken to the Blood Kiss YouTube channel where you can hear from Amber, Neil and Tom as they talk about various subjects of the film. Video updates are being posted regularly.

So what are you waiting for? Head on over to Kickstarter and pledge your support.

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