Motion Picture Group Inc (EM) (MPRG)

Hounddog is playing on starz cinema
does anyone know if this company is still active

I would like to know more about MPRG as I still have about 600 shares. Not much, but nothing going on with it.

Thanks for the information.
I was sort of hoping the company would make a comeback when this came out.

This is what I found about the film. It seems to have been in limited release as an under ground indie.
http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Empire-Film-Group-Inc-832366.html
http://www.availableimages.com/movies/2007/hounddog/index.html
http://www.variety.com/profiles/Film/main/151543/Hound+Dog.html?dataSet=1
http://www.elvis.com.au/presley/news/hounddog_trailer_poster_dakota_fanning.shtml

Hounddog is showing on Showtime. Is anything happening with this company?

Hounddog is showing on Showtime. Is anything happening with this company?

LOS ANGELES, (Sept. 19) - While studio execs would love for you to know "Hounddog" for other reasons, the way most people are familiar with the film is due to a rape scene involving then-12-year-old Dakota Fanning. After 18 months of controversy and delays, the film is finally opening.
In 2007, "Hounddog" went to the Sundance Film Festival carrying a controversy that made it the hottest ticket in town, but it left that January after getting a cold shoulder from film distributors and critics.
But now, "Hounddog," starring young Dakota Fanning, is howling again with Friday's debut in U.S. theatres roughly 18 months after its difficult Sundance premiere, and few people are as happy as its writer and director Deborah Kampmeier.
The girlhood drama kicked up a fuss even before it premiered at Sundance, the top festival for U.S. independent cinema, because religious and conservative groups objected to Kampmeier's use of then 12-year-old Fanning to depict a child rape. There was no body double.
The outcry, coupled with some negative reviews, sent distributors scurrying for the doors instead of ponying up the cash for the right to release a coming-of-age drama starring a top child actor who captured hearts in films such as Steven Spielberg's "War of the Worlds."
"It was painful, some of the responses," Kampmeier told Reuters in a recent interview. "A lot of people were projecting their own agendas on this film that had nothing to do with it.
No one wanted to see the film again" after the festival, she added.
Kampmeier said the version shown at Sundance 2007 was rushed through editing to get a version finished in time to be screened. She knew there were ways to make it better, and refused to let the experience put her or "Hounddog" down.
So, she went back to the editing room and spent nine months cutting each scene in ways that enhanced the performances and making one key change to the story's structure.
OVERCOMING TRAGEDY
"Hounddog" tells the story of a spirited 12 year-old girl named Lewellen (Fanning) growing up in the rural south with just her father. She has an interest in music and like many girls in the 1950s, Lewellen idolizes Elvis Presley. She even does a mean impersonation of the rock 'n' roll singer.
But on a dark and stormy night, she runs into trouble with a teenage boy and is raped. The pivotal scene is shot mostly in the dark with only flashes of lightning illuminating Lewellen's face as she yells "stop it."
The event serves as a turning point for young Lewellen. She must learn to cope with what happened, eventually overcome it and try to return to a normal life.
The movie "is about taking that which can poison you and turning it into something that is good. That's really what Lewellen does in the film," Kampmeier said.
But ahead of the 2007 Sundance, conservative and religious groups criticized the film's makers, Fanning, her parents and her handlers for placing a 12 year-old in a rape scene.
One group even called for a federal probe to see if child pornography laws were broken, which made for good newspaper headlines but a huge shame for the movie's makers.
"One of the things that was so upsetting was, 'what message does that send to victims of abuse?," Kampmeier said. "If Dakota is being so shamed, what message does that send to our daughters, our sisters?"
Eighteen months on, there is no longer a controversy. Fanning is 14 years-old and out promoting her upcoming movie, "The Secret Life of Bees," and Kampmeier, at last, is seeing "Hounddog" in theatres.
She calls this new version "more nuanced and layered (with) space for the performances and actors to live."
"I've had women come up to me in tears, mothers standing up in the audience who said they wanted to bring their 13 year-old daughters to see it because it was important."

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November 13, 2007 - 12:23 PM EST

The Motion Picture Group Completes Final Edit for ``HOUNDDOG''
The Motion Picture Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets:MPRG), a film and entertainment financing and production company, announced today that it has completed the final edit of the feature film “HOUNDDOG” and is ready to screen it for distributors with the intention of completing a sale.

Director, Deborah Kampmeier, stated, “The making of this film has been an extraordinary journey and I am grateful to The Motion Picture Group for putting their full support behind me. Having the opportunity and time to properly finish the film, without the pressure and rush of festival deadlines, has led to the ultimate reward. Our new cut is stunning. We are proud to be bringing our best work out into the world.”

Scott Franklin, Executive Producer of the film and CEO of The Motion Picture Group, added, “It has been a long and arduous process getting the film to a place where we are all so extremely happy with it. We are confident in its potential and now look forward to taking it to the market for distribution.”

About the Film:

“HOUNDDOG," a drama set in the 1950s American South, is about a troubled 12-year old girl (Dakota Fanning) who finds solace from an abusive life in the music of Elvis Presley. Presley’s music is placed strategically throughout the film, creating a mural of a melancholy life that finds its release and healing through singing the Blues.

About The Motion Picture Group, Inc.

The Motion Picture Group, Inc. was created to meet the needs of the international entertainment industry through financing and producing commercially driven motion pictures for the domestic and international arenas. The Company has produced and developed many films that have received international acclaim and are box-office successes. The corporate address is Post Office Box 1504, Tallevast, FL 34270-1504. Questions should be directed to Scott Franklin, Chief Executive Officer at (310) 492-5560 or may be emailed to scott@themotionpicturegroup.com. More information about the Company is available on the Company’s website at www.themotionpicturegroup.com.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities of The Motion Picture Group, Inc. Certain statements in this release and other written or oral statements made by or on behalf of the Company are “forward looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Statements regarding future events and developments and our future performance, as well as management’s expectations, beliefs, plans, estimates or projections relating to the future are forward-looking statements within the meaning of these laws. The forward looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties including market acceptance of the Company’s services and projects and the Company’s continued access to capital and other risks and uncertainties. The actual results the Company achieves may differ materially from any forward-looking statements due to such risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on our current expectations and speak only as of the date of such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of future events, new information or otherwise.


The Motion Picture Group, Inc., Los Angeles
Scott Franklin, Chief Executive Officer, 310-492-5560
scott@themotionpicturegroup.com



Source: Business Wire (November 13, 2007 - 12:23 PM EST)

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FOREIGN mkts luv this shit!!!! they will have no problems having territories pony up!

not sure what ur definition of blown to bits is but being the talent attached along with re-edit im willing to bet the movie gets sold for alot more than went into it! if thats the case...mprg walks away smelling sweet. not bad to be in biz for a yr and have a motion picture thats about to hit ! and it will get sold! WATCH

HOUND DOG got blown to bits by the critics. A re-edit won't save this film. Perhaps, but I doubt it, an overseas market might buy into it because of its sexual theme.

Successful DVD sales in the US are iffy.

hear in process of reeedit and all looks real good. overseas monies loook to flow in its finding right partner for distrib here in states. with stk price at where its at im sure once movie sold it will sky rocket to new levels. small float moves on lil buying! expecting great things in short term!

I was in this for a day or two when it looked like "Hound Dog" was going to be big.

Is there anyone out htere.

Would anyone like to talk about this stock?
bpk

Interesting, thanks. No, not sure.

Someone will buy this movie. Controversy leads to interest. The problem is that the reviews are pretty bad. This leaves MPRG with very little bargining power, someone will buy it...when and what price is the question.

Does anyone know what percentage of the float is being shorted and at what price range?

Someone will buy it, no doubt about that.

Maybe, but Harvey, IFC and First Look have decided not to bid.

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,246698,00.html

Not "yet" is the key! lol

and no offers to buy and distribute the film.

Hmmmm...Hounddog is not getting such great reviews...Argh!

Anybody have an outstanding share count???

OK, I'm an idiot. I just made an illogical purchase of some shares based on a random email I received and the current rise in price. I am hoping this little trend continues through the end of the film festival. Argh.

Interesting. What are the sentiments? Great potential with the Sundance!

More to come with screening of Dakota Fanning Project being viewed at Sundance today as we speak...buyout offer as soon as its done i would assume considering this movie has gathered more attention than any other at Sundance. We fly again tomorrow

WOW! Closed at .33 today. HOUNDDOG did it.

New film financed by MPRG will be out soon and already creating a buzz inside many movie circles. Will provide update

Heavy volume whats the story, are we in the spotlight today? Maybe hollywood locals related folks taking notic. Recent Houndog film gathering much attention by both critics and silverscreen media

Got this email today:


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Company: The Motion Picture Group Inc.
Symbol: MPRG
Price: $0.31 UP 19%
5 Day target: $2.50
M P R G releases news on New Keifer Sutherland Movie.
Investors are jumping on board.
Price spiked 50% and stayed up 19% at end of day.

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thats conservative, it could easily run up to previous highs with some attention. Its got the solid projects and management. Maybe some distribution news and/or projections. Maybe a famous spokesperson or director.......wont take make, its come down on peanuts.

get ready everyone this will see .50 realsoon

Would not be suprised if introduce celebrity spokesperson! Maybe
Keifer Sutherland? that would be great and gaterh more attention

Volume gaining today. Company may have more in the pipeline or some celebrity spokeperson

Interesting project in the pipleline, will get share structure info as best i can and make available

MPRG: The Motion Picture Group, Inc. Co-Finances ''HOUND DOG,'' a Feature Film Starring Dakota Fanning
The Motion Picture Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets: MPRG), a production finance and services company, announced today that it co-financed "HOUND DOG" starring Dakota Fanning and Robin Wright-Penn. Written and directed by Deborah Kampmeier, the film also stars David Morse and Afemo Omilami. The film is currently in post-production.

"HOUND DOG," a drama set in the 1960s American South, follows the life of a troubled 12-year old girl (Dakota Fanning) who finds solace from an abusive life through blues music. Blues music is delicately woven throughout this touching film to create a colorful tapestry of a melancholy life that finds release and healing through the signing of the Blues.

Co-President Henri Kessler stated: "We were thrilled to work with this tremendously talented group. We know the importance of being a filmmaker-friendly company and pride ourselves in going to great lengths to work closely with each film's creator to maintain the original vision for the project."

Currently, The Motion Picture Group has one feature film in theatrical release, one feature film in post-production, one feature film in pre-production, and has options on several film properties. The Company is taking an aggressive view toward film financing, is negotiating a large credit facility needed to finance its planned 15-picture slate, and is continuing to look for creative production and financing opportunities.

ABOUT THE MOTION PICTURE GROUP, INC.

Founded by Henri Kessler, Scott Franklin, and Pliny Porter, The Motion Picture Group, Inc. was created to meet the needs of the international entertainment industry through financing and producing commercially driven motion pictures for the domestic and international arenas. The Company's management team has produced and developed many films that have received international acclaim and are box-office successes.

Corporate offices are located at 8157 Mulholland Terrace, Los Angeles, California 90046. Questions may be directed to Henri Kessler, Co-President at (310) 492-5560 or may be emailed to info@themotionpicturegroup.com. More information about the Company and its management is available on the Company's website at www.themotionpicturegroup.com.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities of The Motion Picture Group, Inc. Certain statements in this release and other written or oral statements made by or on behalf of the Company are "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Statements regarding future events and developments and our future performance, as well as management's expectations, beliefs, plans, estimates or projections relating to the future are forward-looking statements within the meaning of these laws. The forward looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties including market acceptance of the Company's services and projects and the Company's continued access to capital and other risks and uncertainties. The actual results the Company achieves may differ materially from any forward-looking statements due to such risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on our current expectations and speak only as of the date of such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of future events, new information or otherwise.


The Motion Picture Group, Inc.
Henri Kessler, 310-492-5560



Source: Business Wire (September 22, 2006 - 3:15 PM EST)

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