Artist Austyn Weiner and producer Dylan Lewis transformed their friend’s movie ranch into a magical wonderland for their wedding, celebrating their unique love story with art, music, and a touch of whimsy. The couple’s creative vision came to life with personalized touches, from custom crayons as place cards to a wearable canvas cape designed by Vivienne Westwood.
Bianca Balbuena, a Filipino film producer, recalls her first experience at the Venice Film Festival, where her film “Engkwentro” faced a technical glitch but went on to win two awards. Inspired by the passion of producers she met there, Balbuena founded Epicmedia Productions and has since produced notable films like “A Lullaby to the Sorrowful Mystery” and “Nocebo.” This year, Epicmedia co-produced short films for the Directors’ Factory project in Dapitan, Philippines, and premiered “Viet and Nam” at the Venice Film Festival. Balbuena emphasizes the importance of attending festivals, networking, and building relationships with filmmakers for aspiring producers. She also expresses her hope for a future where women filmmakers are recognized simply as filmmakers without gender distinctions.
Grammy-nominated DJ and producer Porter Robinson is embarking on a massive “SMILE! :D” world tour spanning three continents, with over 30 North American cities, as well as stops in Europe and Asia. During the tour, Robinson will debut a new live production featuring a full band, alongside opening acts like ericdoa, underscores, and Galileo Galilei in different regions. Ticket presales begin on April 30, with general sales opening on May 3.
Michael Cuscuna, the three-time Grammy-winning jazz producer, historian, and archivist known for his work on hundreds of reissues and studio sessions, has died at 75. He was instrumental in preserving and rediscovering countless jazz recordings, including Blue Note’s vast catalog.
Dusty Kay, a renowned writer and Emmy-nominated producer, passed away on April 10 in Summerlin, Nevada, due to a brief illness. He was 69 years old. Kay’s prolific career spanned decades and included contributions to iconic television shows such as “Entourage,” “Roseanne,” and “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.”
