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On The Scene: Holiday Road Grand Opening

by Claire Kay Hernandez
written by Claire Kay Hernandez

LOS ANGELES (November 14, 2023) – The City of Angels is ablaze with the season’s spirit as LA’s leading immersive holiday event, Holiday Road, opens its doors for the 4th consecutive year. With a star-studded grand opening on November 24, featuring the delightful Eva Longoria and her son, Santiago Enrique Bastón, this year’s festivities promise to be brighter and more enchanting than ever.


Holiday Road, nestled in the picturesque King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas, has become a beloved tradition, drawing over 100,000 people annually. The event boasts a mile-long walking trail that transforms the landscape into a winter wonderland. As you enter the world of Holiday Road, you’re greeted by larger-than-life holiday installations, thousands of twinkling Christmas lights, and the ever-jolly Santa and Mrs. Claus.

The immersive experience includes:

  • Interactive photo moments.
  • A festive souvenir shop.
  • Premium holiday bars.
  • Top-notch food trucks.

Attendees can stroll through themed areas like the North Pole, Elf Village, and Gingerbread Lane, all adorned with impressive light tunnels, Christmas tree forests, and countless candy canes. My favorite part of the mile-long stroll was the fake snow falling from above. It’s a holiday spectacle that captivates both adults and children alike.

This year, Holiday Road has upped the ante with new lantern art and immersive scenes, adding more magic to the experience. As an exciting first, the event has partnered with Amazon MGM Studios for a Candy Cane Lane activation, tying into the release of the holiday comedy film starring Eddie Murphy. Guests can step into the world of the movie, take photos at the Carver’s house, and immerse themselves in the film’s enchanting narrative. Check out the trailer for the film here.

As attendees navigate this winter wonderland, the atmosphere is full of festive magic. It’s a walking celebration of the holidays, a jubilant occasion where families come together to share the joy of the season. With 22+ open dates until the end of the year, Holiday Road invites everyone to join the merriment and create cherished memories in this dazzling LA tradition. Tickets are available now at HolidayRoadUSA.com, ensuring your holiday season is filled with enchantment and wonder.

Check out our reel of Holiday Road here.

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On The Scene: Intimissimi and Calzedonia Unveil Spring/Summer 2024 Collection

by Sydney Hargrove
written by Sydney Hargrove

The colorful hues that make up 5th Avenue’s Intimissimi location can cast a glow at any time of the day, contributing to the magic of the bustling New York City area. But the magic of the store doesn’t stop on the outside. Inside, the Italian lingerie brand, renowned for its high-quality, sophisticated lingerie and loungewear collections, truly comes to life, with its 3 floor store and soon to be opened cafe. 

One of the brands distinctive features is its commitment to timeless elegance, from their products to the sleek design of their stores. Their collections often feature classic designs combined with contemporary trends, ensuring a wide appeal to customers of different ages and tastes. From delicate lace bras and panties to cozy loungewear, the brand offers a versatile selection suitable for everyday wear as well as special occasions. The stores themselves are designed to provide a luxurious and welcoming atmosphere, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers. 

Intimissimi is a subsidiary of the Calzedonia Group, which also includes brands such as Calzedonia, Tezenis, and Falconeri. With its emphasis on exquisite design, premium fabrics, and attention to detail, Intimissimi has become synonymous with elegance, comfort, and sensuality in the realm of intimate apparel. Their designs have made a viral splash within pop culture, most recently with Kendall Jenner sporting their iconic Boat Neck Modal Cashmere Ultralight Top, which has caused a frenzy among social media and made the top fly off shelves. 

Where Intimissimi soars in the realm of lingerie and loungewear, its sister brand Calzedonia specializes in legwear, hosiery, socks, swimwear, and beachwear for all. The brand has gained international recognition for its diverse and trendy collections, offering a wide array of products ranging from stockings, tights, leggings, and socks to swimsuits, bikinis, beachwear, and accessories.

The two are both prominent brands under the Calzedonia Group umbrella, sharing a parent company but catering to different segments of the industry. This year, they have joined forces for a one of a kind Spring/Summer 2024 collection, which they unveiled at Intimissimi’s fifth avenue location on Wednesday. Attendees were treated to a unique walk-around experience on the top floor of the gorgeous shop, while browsing the new collections. The styles range from soft, neutral colors, to bright blues and florals that are perfect for spring and summer. 

From alluring bikinis adorned with intricate lace detailing to sheer stockings and leggings exuding elegance and versatility, the collaboration aims to redefine summer sophistication.

Shop the new collections for yourself and hear more about Calzedonia and Intimissimi here and here!

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UJC & Roc Nation’s 2nd Annual Social Justice Summit

by JaMir Robert
written by JaMir Robert

The Knockturnal attended Roc Nation and the United Justice Coalition hosted the 2nd annual social justice, at the Javits Center.  Additionally, the summit featured over 60 national and local non-profit organizations 1including REFORM Alliance, Last Prisoner Project, Innocence Project, Gathering for Justice, etc provided programs and resources to all attendees to advocate for change in their respective communities.   Not only did they create a space to have these conversations to be had together they also provided access to vendors and resources and services from mental health to prison reform. In these times we need community, events like these are actively applying healing to the many scars we need to unload and heal in our society.

It is refreshing to know some people do care and are on the front lines doing this work.

Showing up sharing their stories the atmosphere was brimming with like-minded individuals who also wanted to active positive change.

The summit also included an art gallery that leveraged artwork that told the stories of activism. In New York City that included speaking appearances from New York Attorney General Letitia James, Fat Joe, Charlamagne Tha God, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson

Angela Rye, Until Freedom co-founder Tamika Mallory, Soledad O’Brien, CNN chief legal analyst Laura Coates, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice Kristen Clarke, and many more that drew over 3,000 attendees.

Additionally, the summit featured over 60 national and local non-profit organizations including REFORM Alliance, Last Prisoner Project, Innocence Project, Gathering for Justice, etc that provided programs and resources to all attendees to advocate for change in their respective communities. The summit also included an art gallery that leveraged artwork that told the stories of activism.

A few highlights from the day included

Letitia James, Kristen Clarke, and Michelle Miller participated in a fireside chat to discuss the ongoing fight against hate crimes, especially in this political climate.

Fat Joe introduced a panel that featured the families of Sean Bell and DJ Henry both of whom were shot and killed by police officers.

Charlamagne Tha God moderated a panel about mental health treatment within the criminal justice system with The Solution Focused Universe founder Elliott Connie, family therapist Dr. Jay Barnett, Vibrant Emotional Health national director LaraEvans, and Deputy Director at the Perlmutter Center for Legal Justin Derek Hamilton.

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33rd Annual Gotham Award Winners Announced

by Britt Trachtenberg
written by Britt Trachtenberg

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 27: Robert De Niro speaks onstage at The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

On November 27, The Gotham Film & Media Institute (The Gotham) announced the 33rd Annual Gotham Award winners. Cipriani Wall Street in New York City hosted the ceremony. 

Celine Song’s poignant drama Past Lives won Best Feature. In the film, two friends reconnect in New York City after one emigrated from South Korea years before. Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman presented the award.

Justine Triet’s compelling Cannes Palme d’Or-winning film Anatomy of a Fall earned Best International Feature. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Stan Walker presented the award.

Anatomy of a Fall won a second Gotham Award for its brilliant screenplay, co-authored by Triet and Arthur Harari. The storyline explored the complexities of institutions and marriage as well as the consequences of parents’ mistakes on children. Stephanie March and Jeffrey Sharp presented the award.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 27: Lily Gladstone speaks onstage at The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

Lily Gladstone won Outstanding Lead Performance in feature films for her performance in Morissa Maltz’s The Unknown Country. On behalf of the cast, Gladstone accepted Tribute to Killers of a Flower Moon during the ceremony. Willem Dafoe and Danielle Deadwyler presented the award.

Check out our backstage interview with Lily Gladstone here.

Charles Melton earned Outstanding Supporting Performance for his surprising turn in Todd Haynes’ multi-layered and meta melodrama May December. Jamie Bell and Shailene Woodley presented the award.

A.V. Rockwell scored the Breakthrough Director Award for the Sundance-winning  A Thousand and One. Her emotional feature debut tells the story of a mother who kidnaps her son from foster care. The mother attempts to raise him by herself in New York City. Cadillac presented the award.

Kaouther Ben Hania won Best Documentary for Four Daughters. The film discusses Tunisian mother Olfa and her daughters. After two of them disappear, the production team uses professional actresses to portray them, which results in a fascinating mix of nonfiction and fiction techniques about storytelling, trauma, and humanity. Carla Cugino and Rebecca Hall presented the award.

Check out our backstage interview with Kaouther Ben Hania here.

A Small Light earned the award for Breakthrough Series (Over 40 Minutes). The series is based on the true story of Miep Gies, who sheltered Anne Frank’s family from the Nazis. Bob Odenkirk and Steven Yeun presented the award.

Lee Sung Jin’s Beef scored the award for Breakthrough Series (Under 40 Minutes). The nail-biting show examines modern-day obsessions. Nicole Beharie and Morgan Spector presented the award.

Check out our backstage interview with Nicole Beharie here.

Beef won a second Gotham Award with Ali Wong earning Outstanding Performance in a New Series. Wong portrayed a small business owner in continuous madness with her new enemy, portrayed by Steven Yeun. Greta Lee and Teyana Taylor presented the award.

Check out our backstage interview with Ali Wong here.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 27: Rebecca Hall and Carla Gugino speaks onstage at The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 27: Alex Convery speaks onstage at The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

For 2023, The Gotham awarded the Icon & Creator Tributes to the movies Ferrari, Killers of the Flower Moon, Air, Barbie, Maestro, and Rubin. The Gotham created the Icon & Creator Tributes to recognize cultural icons and the filmmakers who brought the idols to life.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 27: Cast of ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ speak onstage with Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro at The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

Ferrari received the Innovation Icon & Creator Tribute. Killers of The Flower Moon received the Historical Icon & Creator Tribute. Check out our interview with Ferrari Director Michael Mann here.

Air received the Visionary Icon & Creator Tribute. Barbie received the Global Icon & Creator Tribute. Maestro received the Cultural Icon & Creator Tribute. Rustin received the Social Justice Icon & Creator Tribute.

Also, The Gotham announced that ViacomCBS’ MTV Entertainment Group will continue to finance the Gotham EDU Schumacher Cranshaw Scholarship, which is part of The Gotham EDU Career Development Program. The program honors MTV Creative Director Sophia Cranshaw and filmmaker Joel Scumacher’s legacy. The scholarship supports undergraduate students who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and LGBTQ+. The Gotham EDU Career Development program offers mentorship and classes.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 27: Jeffrey Sharp speaks onstage at The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

The Gotham supports and celebrates independent film and media creators. The organization provides access to industry leaders, career-building resources, and pathways to bigger recognition.  Under Executive Director and award-winning producer Jeffrey Sharp’s leadership, The Gotham promotes a sustainable and bright independent filmmaking community through its programs, which include the Gotham Awards, Gotham Labs, Filmmaker Magazine, Gotham Week, Owning It, Gotham EDU, and Expanding Communities.

The 33rd Annual Gotham Award recipients are:

For Best Feature, presented by Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman

Past Lives 

Directed by Celine Song

Produced by David Hinojosa, Pamela Koffler, Christine Vachon

Released by A24

The Best Feature jury included: Nina Yang Bongiovi, Danielle Deadwyler, Beau Flynn, Edward Shults Trey & Olivia Wilde

For Best Documentary Feature, presented by Carla Cugino and Rebecca Hall

Four Daughters 

Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania

Produced by Nadim Cheikhrouha

Released by Kino Lorber

The Best Documentary jury included: Yoni Golijov, Teddy Leifer, Andrew Rossi, Nanfu Wang & Jamila Wignot

For Best International Feature, presented Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Stan Walker

Anatomy of a Fall 

Directed by Justine Triet

Produced by Marie-Ange Luciani and David Thion

Released by NEON

The Best International Feature jury included: Gracija Filipovic, Asher Goldstein, André Holland, Danilea Taplin Lundberg & Giancarlo Nasi

For Outstanding Lead Performance, presented by Willem Dafoe and Danielle Deadwyler

Lily Gladstone in The Unknown Country 

Released by Music Box Films

The Outstanding Lead Performance jury included: Thomas Benski, Liz Cardenas, Ethan Hawke, David Lowery & Alfre Woodard

For Outstanding Supporting Performance, presented by Jamie Bell and Shailene Woodley

Charles Melton in May December 

Released by Netflix

The Outstanding Supporting Performance jury included: Juan Pablo Gonzalez, Alma Har’el, Stephan James, Anya Taylor-Joy & Julie Yorn

For Breakthrough Director Award Presented by Cadillac, presented by Radikha Jones and Andrew Scott

A.V. Rockwell for A Thousand and One 

Released by Focus Features

The Breakthrough Director Award Presented by Cadillac jury included: Anna Boden, Chinonye Chukwu, Ricky D’Ambrose, Richard Gladstein & Anne Rosellini

For Best Screenplay, presented by Stephanie March and Jeffrey Sharp

Justine Triet and Arthur Harari for Anatomy of a Fall 

Released by NEON

The Best Screenplay jury included: Lee Daniels, Lena Dunham, Sian Heder, Scott Lambert & Diego Luna

For Breakthrough Series (Over 40 Minutes), presented by Bob Odenkirk and Steven Yeun

A Small Light 

Created by Tony Phelan and Joan Rater

Executive Produced by Susanna Fogel, William Harper, Avi Nir, Tony Phelan, Joan Rater, Lisa Roos, Alon Shtruzman, and Peter Traugott

National Geographic

The Breakthrough Series (Over 40 Minutes) jury included: DeMane Davis, Frankie Faison, Sanaa Hamri, Haley Lu Richardson & Paul Thureen

For Breakthrough Series (Under 40 Minutes), presented by Nicole Beharie and Morgan Spector

Beef

Created by Lee Sung Jin

Executive Produced by Ravi Nandan, Alli Reich, Jake Schreier, Ali Wong, and Steven Yeun

Netflix

The Breakthrough Series (Under 40 Minutes) jury included: Adam Arkin, Sterlin Harjo, Jordana Mollick, Taylour Paige & Susanna Styron

For Outstanding Performance in a New Series, presented by Greta Lee and Teyana Taylor

Ali Wong in Beef

Netflix

The Outstanding Performance in a New Series jury included: Danielle Brooks, Kim Coleman, Aaron Cooley & Soo Hugh

Sponsors

The Premier Sponsor of the 2023 Gotham Awards is Vanity Fair, Official Vehicle is Cadillac, and Official Water is FIJI Water.

 For more information: https://thegotham.org/ 

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: (L-R) Jake Schreier, Steven Yeun, Ali Wong and Lee Sung Jin attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Danielle Brooks attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Rachel McAdams attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: (L-R) Greg Nobile, Brad Becker-Parton, Tina Satter, Riva Marker and Noah Stahl attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Charles Melton attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Rachel McAdams attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Danielle Brooks attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: A.V. Rockwell attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Jamie Bell and Shailene Woodley attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: (L-R) Stephanie March and Alina Cho attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: (L-R) Radhika Jones, A.V. Rockwell and Andrew Scott attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: (L-R) Gideon Glick, Brian Williams, Alexander Bernstein, Carey Mulligan, Jamie Bernstein and Bradley Cooper attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Glynn Turman, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Grantham Coleman, Michael Potts, Karine Jean-Pierre, George C. Wolfe, Colman Domingo, Aml Ameen, Jeffrey Wright, Tonia Davis, Bruce Cohen and Gus Halper attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: (L-R) Susanna Fogel, Tony Phelan, Bel Powley and Joan Rater attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Ali Wong attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Karine Jean-Pierre and George C. Wolfe attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Jamie Bell and Shailene Woodley attend The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Charles Melton attends The 2023 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on November 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
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‘Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain’ Journeys to Peacock!

by Jaylin De Guzman
written by Jaylin De Guzman

The ‘SNL’ trifecta of Ben Marshall, John Higgins and Martin Herlihy try their hand at cinematography with their first movie, Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain, now streaming on Peacock.

Upon attending the movie premiere at New York’s SVA Theatre on November 13, 2023, I certainly expected to spend the next hour and a half laughing with an embarrassing chortle that only SNL gives to its most ardent fans. However, Please Don’t Destroy has gone above and beyond, inching towards a hilarity reminiscent of the Three Stooges.

From producing the all-too short comedic features, Please Don’t Destroy has given us a blissful movie doing justice to the kind of humor that only their New York University college student schtick could give. It is safe to say this trio has come a long way from their days in 2017, as they’ve become a sensation amongst the SNL community. In the trusted hands of Judd Apatow and Jimmy Miller, the group journeys alongside Conan O’Brien and Bowen Yang for the most farce treasure hunt to date.

Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain revives the silliness from childish humor—lightens up the daunting insecurities that come from adulting. As the roommates search for the priceless golden bust of Marie Antoinette, nothing short of bear attacks, cult joining, and accidental nudity heads their way. Step by step, the group proves to be the least qualified people to find the treasure. When our beleaguered trio struggles to jump off a cliff, Ben turns into a human kite in a flying squirrel suit. After that, it’s expected all faith to be lost.

John’s refusal of accepting their fate—that their friendship is falling apart—paired against the humor from Ben and Martin’s imposter syndrome, equates to a movie premiere with the theater unable to catch their breath. Taking a satirical perspective on classic adventure movies turns the film into a melting pot of extraordinary movie making!

The criticism of film today being made without the overall intention of winning golden statues or becoming the next beautiful tragedy tends to dilute the initial joy of new films coming out. However, amid the cinematography Hunger Games, Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain serves as a delightful jewel of refreshing comedy.

It is simply a funny movie, poking fun at a tumultuous time. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll ask yourself, “Is that the kid from Stranger Things?”

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Apollo Theater Celebrates Cold Chillin Records Showcase 35th Anniversary

by Kadeem Lundy
written by Kadeem Lundy

Thirty-Five years ago, Cold Chillin Records hosted a series of concerts at New York’s famed Apollo Theater. While the concert was filmed, some of that footage was lost until recently. In celebration of both the 35th anniversary of the Cold Chillin Records Showcase concert at the Apollo Theater (November 20th), and the found footage, the founder of Cold Chillin Records Tyrone ‘Fly Ty” Williams, and some of the label’s artist gathered to reflect on the 1988 concert.

Cold Chillin Records, which included hip hop artist Roxanne Shante, MC Shan, Kool G Rap, the late Grand Daddy I.U., Marley Marl, Big Daddy Kane and the late Biz Markie, was created in 1986, and went defunct in 1998. Shante, MC Shan, Marley Marl, Big Daddy Kane were all in attendance at the Apollo for In Conversation with Cold Chillin Records. Lyricist Lounge’s Ant Marshall facilitated the conversation.

The label’s founder was joined by Video Music Box host Ralph McDaniels and the two discussed bringing the concert tonight. Williams who had a background in radio prior to launching Cold Chillin Records stated he put up about $125,000 for the concert to take place, and discussed how record label executives were initially hesitant about the concert taking place because of fears that there would be violence at the show. McDaniels, who was crucial in the filming, discussed how he had the onstage footage, but the Apollo called him months ago to say they had backstage footage which he didn’t have.

As Williams discussed what a dream it was for his artist to perform on the legendary Apollo Theater stage, one by one Shante, Big Daddy Kane, Marley Marl and others proceeded to the stage to talk about the 1988 show. Williams shared while seated with Shante about how much adversity she faced from peers and the industry as she was making a name for herself in the industry in the 1980s.

Throughout the conversation, clips from the 1988 concert were shown, and after clips of the late Biz Markie were shown, recollections of his humor were shared by guest such as Big Daddy Kane.

The night wrapped up featuring a performance by Shante, Kool G Rap, MC Shan and Big Daddy Kane. Afterward Williams’ was presented with a proclamation from Mayor Eric Adams honoring Cold Chillin Records.

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LA Premiere: Adam Sandler’s Animated Comedy Leo

by Katherine Wright
written by Katherine Wright

The Knockturnal attended the Los Angeles premiere of Adam Sandler’s animated comedy “Leo,” held at the Regency Village Theatre in Westwood Village on Sunday, November 19th.

The star-studded carpet included producer, writer, and titular character Adam Sandler, comedian and actor Bill Burr, along with directors Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel, David Wachtenheim, and many more.

 

 

“Leo” is a heartwarming story about an elementary school’s 74-year-old pet lizard, weary from the exhausting repetition of substitute teachers, overbearing students, and general childhood tomfoolery. With only one year left in his life, he decides to escape the classroom and embark on a chaotic journey in the outside world, launching a hilarious and absurd musical adventure riddled with Adam Sandler’s beloved humor.

Watch “Leo” now on Netflix!

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