“Unspoken” Selected for 10th Annual Los Angeles International Short Film Festival

"Director Tony Hickman Exposes the Complex & Fragile Layers of Relationships in His Film "UNSPOKEN."’

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) September 7, 2006 -- Meherio Productions and Sightline Entertainment are delighted to announce their film “UNSPOKEN” has been accepted into the 10th Annual Los Angeles International Short Film Festival. The festival, which runs September 5th–14th at ArcLight, in Hollywood will premier “UNSPOKEN” September 8th at 10:15 p.m.

Directed by Tony Hickman and starring ALEX QUINN, (Last Goodbye, Clash, Curse Of Alcatraz, Lake Dead), SARA JANE NASH (Curse Of Alcatraz, Pushing Thirty) and BROOKE TOSCANO, “UNSPOKEN” explores the limits of relationships and whether some things are best left unsaid.

John (Quinn) and Claire (Nash) live what appears to be a quiet, normal life. Married for three years, the couple has forgotten why they fell in love. With the hope that their attraction will be rekindled, Claire throws John a party for his 30th birthday. Little does she know that they will meet and become friends with Christine (Toscano), a woman whose free spirited charm instantly affects John and Claire. As the couple gets to know Christine, their relationship undergoes a cataclysmic change neither expected.

About Meherio Productions
Meherio Productions was formed in 2006 for the purpose of financing and producing independent films. The company was started by Christophe Jouin as a vehicle to invest his personal capital in the entertainment business. Jouin is a wireless technology business executive.

About Tony Hickman
Tony Hickman has been writing, directing and producing short films, documentaries and music videos for over eight years. His shorts and commercials have entered various festivals and competitions, winning numerous awards. Since graduating film school from San Diego State University in 2002, he has run his own production company, Sightline Entertainment. He is currently in pre-production on his first feature film, “Broken Windows.”

About Alex Quinn
Alex Quinn was born into the spotlight. Groomed for Hollywood success from an early age, it was in 2002 that the son of two-time Academy Award® winning actor Anthony Quinn, decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and pursue an acting career. Named by W Magazine as one of Hollywood's most notable kids to watch, Alex snagged early roles alongside several Hollywood heavyweights. His first starring role was in the independent feature film “An Existential Affair”, opposite Academy Award® winning actor Martin Landau (The Majestic, Ed Wood) and Gretchen Becker (The Doors). In 2003, he co-starred alongside respected actor Billy Zane in "Starving Hysterical Naked". The momentum of his acting career stepped up a notch in 2004 when he starred opposite Academy Award® winner Faye Dunaway and David Carradine in "Last Goodbye". Alex Quinn was subsequently cast in the thrillers “The Devil Inside" in 2005 and "Curse of Alcatraz" in 2006.

An active member of the Latino community in LA, Alex is dedicated to keeping his father’s legacy alive. Whether it's helping promote Anthony Quinn DVD releases, film re-releases or the most recent book "Anthony Quinn’s Eye", Alex is unequivocal in his support of his father’s lifetime dedication and exceptional contribution to the arts

Business Contact: Francine Marseille (818) 881-1301
Alex Quinn's Official Website: www.alexaquinn.com

About Sara Jane Nash
Born and raised in the South of England, Sara began acting at a very early age and hasn’t looked back since. Appearing regularly on stage, both regionally and in the fringe theatres of London, Sara took the lead roles in classics such as “Rebecca”, “Lady Windermere’s Fan”, “The Playboy of the Western World” and “Les Liaisons Dangereuses” as well as in modern day farces such as “Run for your Wife”, “When did you Last See Your Trousers?” and “Pardon Me, Prime Minister” - demonstrating an already strong ability to deliver emotional, dramatic performances as well as a natural flair for comedic timing.

Since relocating to Southern California in 2003, Sara has devoted herself to pursuing a full time acting career and has been steadily building up film credits to compliment her stage experience.    

In 2006, she has already wrapped six films, which include starring roles in two full length feature films – a thriller, “Curse of Alcatraz”, in which Sara plays the role of Lana Campbell, a CSI called in to investigate the discovery of a mysterious corpse on The Rock; and a romantic comedy, “Pushing Thirty”, in which she plays Presley, an all-English knock-out with whom Nick, the star of the film, falls head-over-heels in love with.

Business Contact: Artist Management (949) 261-7557
Sara Jane Nash’s Official Website: www.sarajanenash.com

About the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival
LA Shorts Fest is the largest short film festival in the world. The Festival is accredited by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Festival winners in the primary categories are eligible for Academy nomination. The festival boasts an outstanding past record of twenty three Academy Award-nominated films, including the last seven Oscar winners.

Through a variety of yearlong activities, LA Shorts Fest educates, entertains and honors those who have mastered the craft. The Festival has honored some of Hollywood’s legends of the past: Charles Chaplin, Harold Lloyd, and Robert Wise; along with actors Martin Landau, James Woods, Gary Oldman and directors Jan de Bont, Tim Burton and Bryan Singer.

The Festival annually attracts more than 10,000
moviegoers, filmmakers and entertainment executives looking for the hottest new talent as well as brand name sponsors looking to connect with the trendsetters in Hollywood. To find out more about the Festival, visit http://www.lashortsfest.com.

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