New Documentary Film "OutFoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism" Storms Theatres Across the Nation

Robert Greenwalds controversial documentary film, OUTFOXED -- RUPERT MURDOCHS WAR ON JOURNALISM, was released in theatres Friday, August 6 in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington D.C. It opens soon in select cities across the country. The film is being distributed by Cinema Libre Distribution, which is also distributing Greenwalds UNCOVERED: THE WAR ON IRAQ, opening in theatres August 20. Since its debut on home video more than two weeks ago, OUTFOXED has sold a significant number of units via the internet while simultaneously creating noteworthy controversy among the media and public alike. Prior to its release on DVD, Center For American Progress sponsored premieres" and MoveOn.org organized 3700 'house parties across the nation. The DVD has been listed as Amazon.coms bestseller.

LOS ANGELES, CA (PRWEB) August 10, 2004 -- Robert Greenwalds controversial documentary film, OUTFOXED -- RUPERT MURDOCHS WAR ON JOURNALISM, was released in theatres Friday, August 6 in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington D.C. It opens soon in select cities across the country.

The film is being distributed by Cinema Libre Distribution, which is also distributing Greenwalds UNCOVERED: THE WAR ON IRAQ, opening in theatres on August 20.

Since its debut on home video more than two weeks ago, OUTFOXED has sold well via the internet while simultaneously creating noteworthy controversy among the media and public alike. Prior to its release on DVD, Center For American Progress sponsored premieres" and MoveOn.org organized 3700 'house parties across the nation. The DVD has been listed as Amazon.coms bestseller for two weeks with over 145,000 hits on Yahoo! (To view the trailer: http://www.outfoxed.org/Clips.php).

During the Democratic National Convention, the film screened to consecutively sold-out audiences. Since its debut demand for the film by theatre bookers and distribution companies has prompted Cinema Libre to bring the film immediately to theatres in major metropolitan areas.

The film examines how media empires, such as Rupert Murdochs Fox News, have been running a race to the bottom" in television news. The film likewise exposes the dangers of huge corporations assuming control of the public airwaves and the publics right to know.

I am amazed at the response to OUTFOXED all across the country," says Greenwald. In order to meet the demand from those searching for a fair and balanced film, I am pleased that Cinema Libre Distribution is arranging for theatrical distribution. And thanks to theatre owners around the country, people will experience OUTFOXED in the magic of movie theatres. We will provide free admission to anyone working at Fox News who wishes to see an accurate and truthful assessment of the Fox News Network."

Cinema Libre Distribution will work with theatre partners to offer special group rates for grassroots organizations. Details are to be posted at www.outfoxed.org .

Philippe Diaz of Cinema Libre Distribution says, "We've had the privilege of collaborating with Robert to break all the rules in distribution, by changing the order of traditional distribution practices, and working with grassroots organizations like MoveOn.org to create new forms of promotion which are not usually part of the movie world. Not only is Robert a master of challenging our beliefs, he is also a great innovator."

OUTFOXED opened August 6 in New York at the Quad, in Washington D.C. at the Avalon, in Los Angeles at the Laemmle Fairfax, and in San Francisco at the Roxie. In addition to "OUTFOXED" and "UNCOVERED," Cinema Libre Distribution will also be handling limited theatrical releases for Greenwalds Un- Series" including his films "UNPRECEDENTED" and "UNCONSTITUTIONAL."

About Cinema Libre Distribution - http://www.cinemalibrestudio.com/
Cinema Libre Distribution is the theatrical and home entertainment division of Cinema Libre Studio (CLS), an entertainment production and distribution group.

Worldwide operations include:
· Cinema Libre Productions, the production entity for feature, documentary and animation films, whose principals have produced over 15 films worldwide,
· Cinema Libre Studio, a 6,500-square foot facility with digital and film post production services,
· Cinema Libre International handles foreign sales and co-production.

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