New German Films Worth Watching
Let’s not talk about famous German filmmakers in Hollywood like director Roland Emmerich whose latest movie 2012 is coming to US theaters this November. Instead, let’s talk about talented German filmmakers who are making fantastic movies in Germany. I just recently attended the German Currents film fest in Los Angeles and saw two great German films that are absolutely worth...
Read MoreNetworking for Musicians and Friends – Broken Wave Social Scene
Part of my über-life as a professional freelancer is spent at numerous networking events in Los Angeles…Digital LA drinks , mediabistro parties, German-American Business Association mixers…you name it, I’m there. One of the most FUN networking mixers of all is without doubt the Broken Wave Social Scene. Organized once a month by Los Angeles recording studio Broken Wave Music,...
Read MoreExclusive Interview with FEMKE – Dutch Musician Succeeding on Both Sides of the Atlantic
While many European musicians are trying to make it in Hollywood, it seems the young Dutch singer/songwriter FEMKE has her foot firmly in the door on both sides of the Atlantic. The Los Angeles-based musician has been collaborating with quite a few top international artists throughout the year 2009, among them Andy Caldwell (US), Sonic Me (Germany), and Georgel Arevalo (Mexico). Her latest...
Read MoreFOOD, INC. – Why It’s Important To Watch This Movie
Last weekend I watched FOOD, INC. – the movie that takes a critical look at the US food industry. Filmmaker Robert Kenner happened to be at the screening at Hollywood’s Laemmle Theatre on Sunset and answered questions from the audience. And there were many questions. Most people wanted to know, after seeing the movie, what they can do to a) change their eating habits to consuming...
Read MoreStyle Discoveries at Unique LA
Unique LA, the Los Angeles Independent Design & Gift Sale, happens twice a year. grenniMEDIA paid a visit to the city’s upcoming uber-creative designers, and discovered some rare and eccentric finds. And, here they are: Gräf & Lantz: Luxuriously Simple Tote Bags First off, I want to introduce everyone to Gräf & Lantz. Yes, it’s Gräf with an umlaut! That’s because...
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