{"id":14,"date":"2009-04-26T18:08:37","date_gmt":"2009-04-26T18:08:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pauljalessi.com\/news\/?p=14"},"modified":"2009-07-09T18:11:35","modified_gmt":"2009-07-09T18:11:35","slug":"partners-in-crime-films-announces-the-world-premiere-of-knuckle-draggers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pauljalessi.com\/news\/2009\/04\/partners-in-crime-films-announces-the-world-premiere-of-knuckle-draggers\/","title":{"rendered":"Partners In Crime Films Announces the World Premiere of Knuckle Draggers"},"content":{"rendered":"

artners In Crime Films<\/strong>, an emergent L.A. based production company is proud to announce the World Premiere of the feature film Knuckle Draggers at the 10th annual Newport Beach Film Festival on Sunday, April 26th, 2009, at 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Written and directed by Alex Ranarivelo<\/strong>, produced by Paul J. Alessi<\/strong>, and co-produced by Amie Barsky<\/strong>, Baptiste DeRivel<\/strong>, and Lamese Williams<\/strong>. Knuckle Draggers<\/strong> takes a humorous but very real look at the state of modern male\/female relationships. Knuckle Draggers<\/strong> is the relationship movie from a male perspective.<\/p>\n

The story follows Ethan, an all around nice guy who gets dumped because he wasn\u2019t able to provide his fianc\u00e9e with the plush, stable life her friends were living. Desperate to get her back, he seeks help from his older brother Kyle, a tough talking sexist who seems to have a way with the ladies. Kyle gives Ethan a crash course on women and dating much to the disgust of some of Ethan\u2019s female friends. Just when it seems Kyle\u2019s misogynistic theories are about to prove themselves to be true, things take an unexpected turn and force Ethan, Kyle and their friends to reassess their views on relationships.<\/p>\n

In the spirit of movies like Swingers and Brothers McMullen, Knuckle Draggers<\/strong> gives us a unique point of view, a timely message, and a lot of heart. Not another indie film about friends hanging out, Knuckle Draggers provokes questions about what modern couples want versus what they need, and how their needs may not have evolved much from those of our caveman ancestors.<\/p>\n

The Credits:<\/h2>\n

Alex Ranarivelo<\/strong> is the editor, writer and director of Knuckle Draggers. This is Alex\u2019s debut feature film following a string of award-winning short films.<\/p>\n

Ross McCall<\/strong> heads a dynamic ensemble cast in the lead role of Ethan. Ross\u2019s extensive credits include the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers and most recently Crash, the Starz TV series.<\/p>\n

Paul J. Alessi<\/strong> is the co-founder of Partners In Crime Films<\/strong> as well the film\u2019s producer. Paul also stars as the co-lead in Knuckle Draggers, playing the part of Kyle.<\/p>\n

Amie Barsky<\/strong> is a co-producer on the film and stars as Ethan\u2019s good friend, Patricia.<\/p>\n

Danielle Nicolet<\/strong> plays the feisty Renee. Her long resume includes 3rd Rock From the Sun, Heartland, and she currently co-stars on the USA series, The Starter Wife.<\/p>\n

Justin Baldoni<\/strong> plays Gavin, the Rocker. Justin is the newest Hero on the hit NBC show Heroes.<\/p>\n

Jennifer Alden<\/strong> plays Ethan\u2019s ex-fianc\u00e9e, Heather. Jennifer\u2019s list of credits includes Wedding Crashers, and the upcoming Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.<\/p>\n

Serah D’Laine<\/strong> plays Erica. Serah\u2019s list of credits includes General Hospital and Wild Things: Diamonds in the Rough.<\/p>\n

Brandon Olive<\/strong> plays Kyle\u2019s buddy, Matteo. Brandon will be co-starring in this summer\u2019s highly anticipated A Perfect Getaway alongside Timothy Olyphant, and Steve Zahn.<\/p>\n

And Omar Gooding <\/strong>stars as Ethan\u2019s best friend Russell. Omar\u2019s list of credits includes Baby Boy, the HBO series Deadwood and he\u2019s just joined the cast of an upcoming Jerry Bruckheimer TV series.<\/p>\n

Knuckle Draggers<\/strong> features a musical score by Austin Wintory, whose credits include Captain Abu Raed and Grace. A dynamic soundtrack accompanies the score, featuring tracks by J Mello & Dave Navarro, Tyler Hilton, Marching Band, Pollyn and Jennifer Love-Hewitt.<\/p>\n

The World Premiere screening takes place on Sunday, April 26th, 4pm at the Edwards Islands Cinemas (in the Fashion Island mall) 999 Newport Center Drive Newport Beach, 92660. For more info, go to www.newportbeachfilmfestival.com<\/a> or call 949-253-2880. Tickets go on sale April 1st.<\/p>\n

For all inquiries please contact Paul J. Alessi at paul@partnersincrimefilms.com<\/p>\n

See the trailer at www.KnuckleDraggersTheMovie.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

artners In Crime Films, an emergent L.A. based production company is proud to announce the World Premiere of the feature film Knuckle Draggers at the 10th annual Newport Beach Film Festival on Sunday, April 26th, 2009, at 4 p.m. Written and directed by Alex Ranarivelo, produced by Paul J. Alessi, and co-produced by Amie Barsky, … <\/p>\n

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