'Gothic' Film in Pre-production
Mo's latest 'Gothic' film is currently in pre-production and will begin principal photography in Southern California late Summer/early Fall. Cast and crew notices will go out soon. |
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'CURSED OPPORTUNITIES'
Mo's latest film 'Cursed Opportunities' is complete and will be seen in festivals starting this Summer 2008. 'Cursed Opportunities' is a drama that explores the hidden secrets and fantasies of three daughters and a father living together in a secluded retreat. These secrets are revealed during the course of a day with devastating results. This is a SAG film. |
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MY FAVORITE HITLER YOUTH now on DVD! Only $5.99
In 1930s Germany, Friedrich Karl Nischwitz was a student at a military school for the Hitler Youth. After 4 years of beatings and humiliation by his classmates and elders, Fred finally escaped to the USA. Friedrich Karl Nischwitz became Fred Curtis, a US citizen, who fought against the Nazis during World War II. After the war, Fred embarked on his greatest achievement, to become one of the founding fathers of the modern day computer hard drive. This is Fred's story. Documentary. Runtime 27 mins. |
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'MO ABOUT TOWN' Episode 2: TAANG! Records
"MO ABOUT TOWN" showcases the undiscovered gems of Southern California that relate to the punk rock and alternative scene.
Episode 2: "Mo About Town visits Taang Records". The legendary Taang Records spearheaded the US punk rock movement in the early 80s and is home to many alternative and punk rock bands today. Their record label and record shop have an enormous worldwide following. Episode 2 is complete and will be released shortly.
Click here to view Episode 1 on the Movieola Short Film Channel.
Episode 3: "Mo About Town visits Posers Hollywood" begins filming Spring '08. |
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'Mo About Town' and 'Hitler Youth' accepted to 2007 Action on Film Festival
'Mo About Town' and 'My Favorite Hitler Youth' have been accepted to the 2007 Action on Film Festival in Long Beach, California.
The festival takes place on July 27-29, 2007 at the Long Beach Entertainment and Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90831. Click here for more info about the festival.
Screening Times
My Favorite Hitler Youth - Theater 2, 10:15pm, Friday, July 27
Mo About Town - Theater 3, 11:00am, Saturday, July 28 |
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Mo signs distribution deal with OUAT! Media
Mo has signed an exclusive worldwide distribution deal with OUAT! Media to distribute his documentary short "My Favorite Hitler Youth: Just Like You and Me" and his TV show "MO ABOUT TOWN". |
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'MO ABOUT TOWN' Episode 1: CamdenLock Clothing
"MO ABOUT TOWN" showcases the undiscovered gems of Southern California that relate to the punk rock and alternative scene. Mo visits clothing shops, record shops, bars, cafes, clubs, etc. In Episode 1, Mo visits CamdenLock on Melrose.
Click here to view Episode 1 on the Movieola Short Film Channel. |
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Mo's latest film: "MY FAVORITE HITLER YOUTH: JUST LIKE YOU AND ME"
Documentary short (27 mins).
In 1930s Germany, Friedrich Karl Nischwitz was a student at a military school for the Hitler Youth. After 4 years of beatings and humiliation by his classmates and elders, Fred finally escaped to the USA. Friedrich Karl Nischwitz became Fred Curtis, a US citizen, who fought against the Nazis during World War II. After the war, Fred embarked on his greatest achievement, to become one of the founding fathers of the modern day computer hard drive. This is Fred's story. |
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Selected to be part of the prestigious DocuWeek Academy Award Qualifying Multi-City 2006 Theatrical Rollout
Fall 2006 Screening schedule:
Los Angeles, CA (Laemmle's Sunset 5): Aug 4th - 13th
Rochester, NY (The Little Theater): Sept 16th - 17th
Hot Springs, AK (Hot Springs Mall Theater): Sept 23rd - 24th
Kansas City, MO (Screenland Theater Crossroads): Sept 30th - Oct 1st
Silver Spring, MD (AFI Silver Theater): Oct 9th - 10th
Indianapolis, IN (Key Cinemas): Oct 14th - 15thFort Wayne, IN (Fort Wayne Cinema Center): Oct 21st - 22nd
Salem, OR (The Salem Cinema): Oct 28th - 29th
Austin, TX (Drafthouse Cinemas Lake Creek): Nov 6th - 7th (click here for review)
See Tomorrow's Oscar Nominated Docs Today - Austin Film Festival article
Synopsis: Hitler Youth to American Soldier (Click Here For Trailer)
Much has been documented about what the Nazis did to the European and Jewish populations, but there is an absence of information regarding what they did to their own people. Mo attempts to shed a little light on this unexplored subject.
Produced and Directed by Mo Abersheid. Completed 2006/2007. Running time 27 minutes.
Contact Mo Abersheid at: mo@MyFavoriteFilm.com
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