In celebration of its 40th anniversary, “St. Elmo’s Fire” will return to theaters exclusively for one week beginning Oct. 17 in a 4k restored version from Sony.
“St. Elmo’s Fire” follows the story of a group of friends in the years following their graduation from Georgetown University. As they begin to face the reality of their careers and relationship commitments, they betray and save one another as they try to find a place in the real world.
“St. Elmo’s Fire” stars Demi Moore, Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, Andrew McCarthy, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy and Mare Winningham. The film was directed by Joel Schumacher and co-written by Carl Kurlander.
Tuesday, September 9
The Temple of the Arts to Provide Complimentary Seats to High Holy Days Services
The Temple of the Arts is offering Guild Members complimentary seats to the High Holy Days services, running from Sept. 13 to Oct. 2, in Hollywood, Calif.
Russian artist Andrei Kozlov, civil rights attorney Leo Terrell and UCLA professor Dr. Judea Pearl are among the speakers who will be in attendance.
Co-founded by Rabbi Baron, The Temple of Arts was created to provide a deep Jewish experience and incorporate cultural heritage. Rabbi Baron leads the services with Cantor Nathan Lam and Cantor Ilysia Pierce.
The services include a choir led by music director Sharon Farber, readings and special presentations from media personalities, actors, acting teachers and other industry professionals.
Guild members may request two tickets per person by contacting Richard at the Temple at (323) 658-9100 and providing photocopies of their Guild card. Members can also email a request with a photocopy of their Guild card to richard@TempleOfTheArts.org.
The Temple of the Arts will also broadcasts the High Holy Day services. Information can be found on the Temple website at bhtota.org.
Soho International Film Festival Sets “After All” As Opening Night Film
The Soho International Film Festival (SIFFNYC) will open with the world premiere of “After All,” starring Erika Christensen and Penelope Ann Miller. The 16th edition of the festival will take place on Oct. 7 to Oct. 13 at Regal Union Square.
“Our opening night film is a story that resonates across generations—sets the tone for a program that is both deeply personal and universally human,” said Sibyl Reymundo-Santiago, Executive Director and Head of Programming for SIFFNYC.
Additional world premieres at this year’s festival will include “Flower of the Dawn,” an animated feature starring Mel Brooks and Jane Lynch, “A Farewell to Youth” in the World Features category, “Books” by Micah Khan, “Sanctuary,” a documentary highlighting LGBTQIA+ individuals in faith systems, “Clementine,” a short film directed by Mike Doyle, and “Under the Northern Skies,” directed by Timo Puustinen.
The 2025 Soho International Film Festival is set to showcase more than 130 films, alongside more than 115 premieres.
Lynx Capital Partners with Chaos Theory for Film Slate, Begins with ‘Don’t Look Inside.’
Film financing company Lynx Capital has partnered with Mike Le Han and Brandon Franco’s production company Chaos Theory, setting up a $250 million credit line to finance Chaos’ upcoming slate of films over the next five years.
The partnership’s inaugural film will be Le Han’s “Don’t Look Inside,” a psychological horror film starring Rachel Nichols, Britt Robertson, Missi Pyle, Nelson Lee, and Bruce Davison. Le Han and Franco are producing the film while Lynx Capital’s Misha Henriksen and Greg Weinberg serve as executive producers.
“Don’t Look Inside” is set to begin production in Minnesota this Fall and a teaser poster has already been revealed.
