Buckhead finally has a taste of Wunderlust as the W Hotel’s latest location W Atlanta – Buckhead sparked the ATL’s nightlife with their opening party. Several celebrities were invited to hang out with Atlanta’s elite on Thursday, January 22, 2009.
In this episode, Ed sits down with artist, Chris “Kazi” Rolle to discuss “The Hip Hop Project,” which he, and his students are featured. We also chat with the film’s director, Matt Ruskin on the making of this five-year project. Plus you’ll hear tracks from the soundtrack featured in the movie.
Links:
The Hip Hop Project: Official site to the movie
Art Start: New York arts project that started the HHP
Volunteer Match: Looking to give a hand, why not start here
Ed talks with former FBI investigation specialist, Eric O’Neill (pictured left) and director/writer, Billy Ray (pictured right) about the capture of FBI Special Agent, Robert Hanssen (2001) featured in the upcoming film, Breach. Plus Alejandro shares his views on a few subjects.
Links:
Breach Official Movie Website: Chronicling the pursuit and capture of this infamous FBI case.
The FBI web site: Find out what they had to say in their own words, including declassified documents about their investigation and what lead to his capture.
CNN’s Special Report: Ted’s people did a great job covering this case. Check out what they have on the case and the inner-workings of Robert Hanssen.
Ed interviews John Dau, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan, who is featured in the upcoming documentary God Grew Tired of Us. Alejandro has this week’s cover story updates (including Carlton Hargro’s Fantasia user-generated interview)
Links:
God Grew Tired of Us Official Website: learn more about the Lost Boys of Sudan and about relief efforts.
International Rescue Committee: The organization which provide refuge and relocation for the lost boys
Direct Change: John is the new Director for Sudanese efforts. Find out more about the organization, their projects and how you can help.
Ed chats with Athen, Ga’s own James Ponsoldt on the making of his new feature film, Off The Black starring Nick Nolte. Alejandro gives us the lowdown on the buzz behind Mara Shalhop’s three-part Black Mafia Family (BMF) cover story and podcasts.
Links:
Off The Black web site: Nick Nolte plays a lonely, drunken baseball umpire. I’m not going say anything else…
The Smoking Gun mugshots: Okay I lied, you gotta check out Nick’s infamous mugshot.
James Ponsoldt’s blog: Delightful editorials from the mind of the director.
MisterMurph’s Myspace page: He’s the man behind our new theme song. Check out his music samples and blog, you won’t be disappointed…disturbed, but not disappointed.
Creative Loafing BMF cover story: Well I guess they weren’t called Black Mafia Family for nothing.
In this episode of EL Bacon (like the nickname), Ed sits down with writer, director, Nick Cassavetes to discuss his views on movie making and his new feature film “Alpha Dog” starring Bruce Willis, Sharon Stone and Justin Timberlake. Alejandro give us a heads up on what going on at the Loaf.
Links:
Alpha Dog official movie web site: Yeah, yeah it’s got JT in it. He’s bringing sexy back…to crime.
Court TV’s crimelibrary: It’s practically criminal if you don’t find this archive of devious transgressions entertaining.
Internet Movie Database (IMDB): A co-worker thought Nick was a “tall drink of water.” Aside from that, he’s a talented writer and director. Read more about him and his projects on his IMDB profile page.
In this episode, Ed gets the low down on the new film “Harsh Times” from its creator and director, David Ayer. Alejandro is back again with this week’s CL cover story updates.
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links:
Harsh Times: the official movie site
Awesomebale.org: for those people who need to get their “Bale” on.
Street Gangs Recource Center: Interesting info about gangs, especially LA gangs.
NBC’s two-minute replay: Keep your free time, watch abbreviated versions of some of nbc’s weekly prime time shows in two minutes!
Ed chats with author, Augusten Burroughs on his life and the success of his bestselling book, Running With Scissors. Oh, and make way for Alejandro Leal.
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links:
augusten.com: link to Augusten Burroughs’ official website
Running with Scissors: the official movie site.
Comedy Central’s Motherload: finally, let the testicles have their say on Comedy Central’s new show Baxter & McGuire starting November 6, 2006.
Nip/Tuck website: We didn’t mention it much in the interview, but Running with Scissors is directed and adapted to screen by Ryan Murphy, creator of FX’s runaway hit, Nip/Tuck.
Ed discusses comedy and the film business with School For Scoundrels Writer, Director, Todd Phillips.
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Links:
School For Scoundrels site: The official web site for the movie.
New York Underground Film Festival: Todd Phillips’ annual indie film shindig.
The Frat Pack Tribute site: The name sucks, but we all really want to hang with ‘em.
It’s all about unsolved mysteries in the episode of Ed Loves Bacon. Ed goes one-on-one with Author James Ellroy about the subject of his book and upcoming film The Black Dahlia. Plus, learn about some other infamous unsolved crimes.
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links:
theblackdahliamovie.net: link to the official movie site.
ellroy.com: site dedicated to all things James Ellroy.
bethshort.com: you’ve gone this far, find out more about the infamous Hollywood murder mystery.
