NEWS
Palm Springs International Comedy Festival Opens With Comedy Awards Gala
Chloe Rabinowitz | Broadway World | September 26, 2024
The Palm Springs International Comedy Festival opened on September 21st with an intimate, star-studded gala, the 2024 PSICF Comedy Awards, held at the Zoso Hotel in downtown Palm Springs. This year's films include Brandon Tamburri's Plan B, starring John Heder, Jamie Lee, Shannon Elizabeth, and Tom Berenger.
What will you be streaming this week? Here are new releases in home entertainment
Tony Toscano | Fox 13 Salt Lake City | September 24, 2024
In selected theaters this Friday is the romantic comedy "Plan B." Tony says, "With a cast that includes Jon Heder, Shannon Elizabeth and Jamie Lee, Plan B is a heartwarmingly funny and cringe-worthy film that will keep you laughing from start to finish." He gives it an A and it's not rated.
Comedy Outlet Joke Zero Launches Podcast Network
podnews | September 23, 2024
Comedy outlet Joke Zero has officially launched a podcast network, with their first show, The Joke Zero Podcast, set to release on September 23. In each episode, host (and comedian) Anna Roisman discusses all things indie filmmaking alongside a slew of industry guests which includes actors, comedians, and just about anyone working in the film industry.
Anthology Film Institute Announces Selections For Inaugural Festival
A.A. Cristi | Broadway World | September 17, 2024
Festival passes are officially on sale and can be purchased HERE. AFF will be offering both General Admission passes and Cinephile VIP passes, both can be used to attend the Spotlight screening of the feature film “Plan B” on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Japan House Salon (limited space is available).
Movies Coming Out September 27, 2024
Amy Renner | Movie Insider | September 5, 2024
Plan B is coming out as a VOD / Digital release in 2024 on Friday, September 27, 2024. There are 17 other movies coming out on the same date, including Megalopolis, Never Let Go and The Wild Robot.
Plan B Announces Release Date for Jon Heder & Jamie Lee Rom-Com
Brandon Schreur | ComingSoon | August 20, 2024
ComingSoon can exclusively reveal the trailer for a new rom-com called Plan B, a new romantic comedy movie starring Jon Heder, Jamie Lee, and more. The movie marks the feature film directorial debut of Brandon Tamburri, who previously served as an associate producer on 2018’s Hereditary.
Lighthouse International Film Festival begins Wednesday on Long Beach Island
Vincent Jackson | Press of Atlantic City | June 5, 2024
The Lighthouse International Film Festival will feature more than 100 independent and international movies, but at least three of them have connections to New Jersey. Director Brandon Tamburri’s full-length, narrative feature “Plan B” was mostly filmed in Burlington County.
Quiver, Premiere Entertainment Group strike North American deal on ‘Plan B’ (exclusive)
Jeremy Kay | Screen Daily | May 18, 2024
Quiver has picked up North American rights from Premiere Entertainment Group to the romantic comedy Plan B starring Jamie Lee from HBO’s Crashing and Jon Heder from Napoleon Dynamite.
Exciting Announcement: Opening, Closing, Headliners and Spotlight Films Revealed!
Lighthouse International Film Festival | May 11, 2024
The Lighthouse International Film Festival celebrates its 16th edition, June 5-9, 2024, on Long Beach Island, New Jersey with more than 100 independent and international films!
Announcing the 4th Annual TV Comedy Screenwriting Contest
Pat Alexander | Stage 32 | April 8, 2024
The best comedy TV shows seamlessly blend clever scenarios, relatable characters, and impeccable timing to consistently deliver laughter and resonate with audiences. Classic network comedies like THE SIMPSONS or IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA are some of the most watched shows by fans new and old, both live and on streaming. Current shows like ABBOTT ELEMENTARY and TED LASSO have fans waiting on the edge of their couches for a new season. Audiences are always ready for that next TV Comedy hit -- and we want it be YOURS!
Emmy Award-Winner Jamie Lee Talks Teaming Up with First-Time Director Brandon Tamburri for New Indie Rom-Com “Plan B” (Exclusive)
Juliet Schroder | Celeb Secrets | March 27, 2024
Sometimes, things don’t always go as planned. With screenplay and direction from first-timer Brandon Tamburri, actors Jamie Lee and Jon Heder star in a romantic comedy showing just that, all while knocking your socks off thanks to a wild storyline and a talented cast.
Mammoth Film Festival 2024 Reveals Star-Studded Judges, Panelists & Film Line-Ups
Grant Hermanns | Screenrant | February 8, 2024
As winter nears its end, the latest edition of the Mammoth Film Festival is gearing up to begin. Having launched in 2018, the festival gears its focus toward celebrating independent movies, filmmakers and creatives, being hailed by some as a "mini Sundance".
Saint Joseph's University 30 Under 30
Saint Joseph's University | January 24, 2024
Saint Joseph’s University’s inaugural 30under30 class solidifies what our community has known for decades. Our esteemed academic programs have a proven track record of success and impact.
AFM 2023: The buzz titles from North America
Jeremy Kay | Screen Daily | October 31, 2023
Premiere Entertainment Group holds worldwide rights to Plan B, a comedy from Brandon Tamburri that stars Jamie Lee, Jon Heder, Shannon Elizabeth, and Tom Berenger. Joke Zero and Future Proof Films' project follows a pregnant woman who sleeps with a businessman to pass off the baby as his after a one-night stand with her neighbor.
Premiere Entertainment Boards Comedy 'Plan B' Starring Emmy Winner Jamie Lee & Jon Heder - AFM
Zac Ntim | Deadline | October 30, 2023
EXCLUSIVE: Los Angeles-based Premiere Entertainment Group has acquired worldwide rights to romantic comedy Plan B, starring Emmy-award winner Jamie Lee (HBO's Crashing) and Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite, Blades of Glory). Premiere Entertainment will launch worldwide sales of the film at the upcoming American Film Market with all territories currently available.
Jamie Lee & Jon Heder Topline Comedy ‘Plan B’ For Joke Zero And Future Proof Films
Valerie Complex | Deadline | July 16, 2022
EXCLUSIVE: Emmy-winning comedienne Jamie Lee (HBO’s Crashing), Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Oscar Nominee Tom Berenger (Platoon), Shannon Elizabeth (American Pie franchise), and SAG Award Winner Kate Flannery (NBC’s The Office) have just wrapped a new romantic comedy from first time writer-director Brandon Tamburri.