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VARIETY – JANUARY 14, 2016: “‘Crazy About Tiffany’s’ Documentary Bought by Gravitas” by Dave McNary
- Posted on 14th Jan
- Category: News
Gravitas Ventures has acquired the documentary “Crazy About Tiffany’s” and plans to release the film in theaters and on VOD on Feb. 19.
The film, authorized by Tiffany & Co., is written and directed by Matthew Miele (‘Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s’) and produced by Quixotic Endeavors.
“Crazy About Tiffany’s” covers the brand’s history, exploring how a simple New York City jewelry store, which opened its doors in 1837, has woven itself into the American culture and consciousness to become a global phenomenon. It includes interviews with Jessica Biel, Katie Couric, Baz Luhrmann and stylists Kate Young and Rachel Zoe.
The documentary is also being released on Feb. 18 through Tugg, the web-based platform that allows consumers to bring movies to their own local theater for fan or group screenings.
“After three years of being afforded a rare glimpse behind the scenes at Tiffany, I’m thrilled to get this film out there, and because the Tiffany reach is so vast, I’m grateful that Gravitas Ventures allows for distribution channels to reach those who share my curiosity about such an iconic New York institution,” Miele said.
Miele also co-directed the documentary on photographer Harry Benson, which Magnolia Pictures acquired earlier this year.
“Crazy About Tiffany’s” is produced by Justin Bare (“Harry Benson: Shoot First”). Stephen McCarthy and Clive Gershon are the executive producers.
The deal was negotiated by Nolan Gallagher from Gravitas Ventures and by Linzee Troubh from Cinetic Media on behalf of the filmmakers.
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INDIEWIRE – JANUARY 14, 2016: “Gravitas Ventures Picks Up Star-Studded ‘Crazy for Tiffany’s’ Documentary.” By Mike Lown.
- Posted on 14th Jan
- Category: News
By Mike Lown | Indiewire
January 14, 2016 at 3:18PM
Interviewees include Baz Luhrmann, Jessica Biel and Katie Couric, among others.Ever since it was immortalized by Audrey Hepburn over half a century ago, Tiffany & Co. remains the ultimate ideal in luxury and high fashion, both in New York City and around the world. However, few know what it is really like behind the scenes, but a brand new documentary is here to put all questions to rest.
Directed by Matthew Miele ("Harry Benson: Shoot First"), "Crazy About Tiffany's" has been acquired by distributor Gravitas Ventures, who plans to release the film in select theaters and VOD on February 19.
The film digs deep into the history and legacy of the famed jewelry store. It's impact on pop culture is covered through interviews with Baz Luhrmann Jessica Biel, Katie Couric and celebrity stylists Kate Young and Rachel Zoe.
"It’s a privilege to be able to look inside the timeless beauty of such a cherished and wildly successful company," said Julie Candelaria, Sr. Vice President of Marketing for Gravitas Ventures. "And better yet, to then share the inner workings of that absolute iconic brand with millions of people. We are so honored to partner with Matthew Miele and Quixotic."
The day before the film is released, viewers in 50 markets can access the film on Tugg. For more information, click here.
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DEADLINE – JANUARY 14, 2016: “Political Comedy ‘Swing State’ Begins Production; Gravitas Lands Docu ‘Crazy About Tiffany’s’” by Ross A. Lincoln
- Posted on 14th Jan
- Category: News
Just in time for election season to get real, production has begun in Los Angeles on the political comedy Swing State. Written and directed by Jonathan Sheldon, the farce follows DJ Ethan Smith, host of a Seattle-based public music radio program whose fortunes pick up when he takes over a Conservative talk show. Creating a fictional Republican persona, “Charles Fern,” what starts as a one-time absurdity turns into a ratings goldmine as Fern is hailed by listeners as a tough talker and Smith finds himself becoming nationally famous. As a Gubernatorial election heats up, the former Rock DJ’s personal life is turned into a series of misadventures.
It stars Alex Beh as Ethan Smith/Charles Fern, along with Billy Zane, Sean Astin, and Taryn Manning, with the ensemble cast rounded out by Ted Levine, Jake Busey, Angela Kinsey, Elaine Hendrix, Parry Shen, Richard Riehle, Mark L. Young, Nick Loeb, and Richard Portnow. Sheldon makes his feature directorial debut and also produces alongside Adam Falkoff, Arthur Bernstein, Ken Pietro, Doug Magellan, and Diego Espana. Swing State is a Thunk Enterprises and Circle 4 Entertainmentproduction.
Gravitas Ventures has acquired Crazy About Tiffany’s, a documentary about Tiffany & Co. written and directed by Matthew Miele, and will release the film in the U.S. and Canada in select theaters and on VOD beginning February 19. As part of the deal, Gravitas is partnering with Tugg.com, a web-based platform that allows consumers to bring movies to their own local theater for fan or group screenings, in over 50 markets.
Crazy About Tiffany’s examines the brand’s history and its impact on popular culture, along with insights from celebrities and stylists including Jessica Biel, Baz Luhrmann, Katie Couric and Rachel Zoe. The film looks at how the brand, which opened as a jewelry store in New York City in 1837, became world famous. A Quixotic Endeavors production, it’s produced by Justin Bare, with Stephen McCarthy and Clive Gershon executive producing. The deal was negotiated by Nolan Gallagher from Gravitas Ventures and by Linzee Troubh from Cinetic Media on behalf of the filmmakers.
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YAHOO! MOVIES – JANUARY 14, 2016: “‘Crazy About Tiffany’s’ Documentary Bought by Gravitas” by Dave McNary from Variety Article
- Posted on 14th Jan
- Category: News
Gravitas Ventures has acquired the documentary “Crazy About Tiffany’s” and plans to release the film in theaters and on VOD on Feb. 19.
The film, authorized by Tiffany & Co., is written and directed by Matthew Miele (‘Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s’) and produced by Quixotic Endeavors.
“Crazy About Tiffany’s” covers the brand’s history, exploring how a simple New York City jewelry store, which opened its doors in 1837, has woven itself into the American culture and consciousness to become a global phenomenon. It includes interviews with Jessica Biel, Katie Couric, Baz Luhrmann and stylists Kate Young and Rachel Zoe.
The documentary is also being released on Feb. 18 through Tugg, the web-based platform that allows consumers to bring movies to their own local theater for fan or group screenings.
“After three years of being afforded a rare glimpse behind the scenes at Tiffany, I’m thrilled to get this film out there, and because the Tiffany reach is so vast, I’m grateful that Gravitas Ventures allows for distribution channels to reach those who share my curiosity about such an iconic New York institution,” Miele said.
Miele also co-directed the documentary on photographer Harry Benson, which Magnolia Pictures acquired earlier this year.
“Crazy About Tiffany’s” is produced by Justin Bare (“Harry Benson: Shoot First”). Stephen McCarthy and Clive Gershon are the executive producers.
The deal was negotiated by Nolan Gallagher from Gravitas Ventures and by Linzee Troubh from Cinetic Media on behalf of the filmmakers.
