There are a great many ways that we the public and the motion picture industry measure success for a motion picture. Obviously, the easiest one is the box office haul, because making millions upon millions, or billions upon billions of dollars, speaks volume to the demand of the movie and how badly people wanted to see it. But that really isn’t the only way to do it. Because some films, don’t get 2500 screens and a massive run in theaters, they’re independent or they’re on a streaming service, so to try and measure their success through that is silly.
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Which is why one can gauge success of a feature through the reviews it secures. Since those give folks an understanding of the emotional impact a particular film produces from an audience and we can also measure success, via the awards and accolades it receives as it cycles through the festival circuit, and awards season. For that too, helps people understand the prestigious nature of the story and how many appreciated what it had to offer and well, those particular lines of thinking are why it is safe to declare that the independent feature, Re: Uniting, is a grand success in every sense of the word. Because while this movie has not received 2500 screens to display on, it’s quite loved.

For the reviews coming in for the film are excellent to say the least, including this writer’s review, since it truly to did move me to tears on several occasions, and well… it is also being recognized in a big way from an awards standpoint. For recently, the LEO Awards released its nominations for its upcoming awards ceremony, and wouldn’t you know it, Re: Uniting received a nomination… or twelve. Yes, you read that right, it received twelve amazing nominations for the following categories:

Program
Direction
Screenwriting
Cinematography
Picture Editing
Sound
Production Design
Costume Design
Casting
Supporting Performance (2)
Lead Performance
 
Which is just… amazing news to say the least, and it speaks to all the hard work that Laura Adkin and her talented cast and crew put into making such an honest and earnest project. And we here at NTG wish them the best in locking up as many awards at the LEO Awards as possible, to further cement this film’s status as a rousing success. Something that will be bolstered further when the film hits United States theaters later this week.  

To learn more about ‘Re: Uniting’, check out our spoiler-free review, and interview with select members of the cast and Laura Adkin, the film’s writer and director, here and here.

It really is quite the wonderful time to be a Doctor Who fan. After all, we have a new Doctor and a new Companion to join him on his adventures through time and space, and Russell T. Davies, the man responsible for new Who in general is back at the helm. Not to mention, as we stated in our review of the new season, we are headed into a fascinating reset for the show. Wherein the stories and the vibe are outright different and refreshing in nature, so it should come as no surprise… that all the excitement and wonder surrounding the new season… extended to last night’s red-carpet premiere of the show.
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Because everyone in attendance was excited to see what the Fifteenth Doctor will be getting up to in his first year in the TARDIS and that brought about smiles and joy and a party for the ages and well, since you’re a fan of the show and are eager to share in the wonder of the this premiere, here is a quick recap of the evening that was, alongside a bevy of photos, as we countdown the minutes to the return of the Last of the Time Lords. 

‘On May 8, Disney Branded Television hosted the U.S. premiere event for “Doctor Who” at NeueHouse Hollywood in Los Angeles. Attendees were treated to a cosmic joyride with an exclusive screening ahead of the season debut May 10 on Disney+, followed by a timey-wimey after-party immersed in the world of “Doctor Who.” In attendance were series stars Ncuti Gatwa (Fifteenth Doctor) and Millie Gibson (Ruby Sunday), as well as the creative team — Russell T Davies (showrunner, executive producer and writer) and executive producers Jane Tranter, Julie Gardner, Phil Collinson and Joel Collins. Distinguished celebrities and guests included Alex Borstein (“Family Guy,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Kari Byron (“MythBusters”), Dan Povenmire (“Phineas and Ferb”), Rick and Becky Riordan (“Percy Jackson and the Olympians”), Dua Saleh (“Sex Education”) and many more. An introduction to the screening was made by Ayo Davis (president, Disney Branded Television).

The Doctor and his companion Ruby Sunday travel across time and space, with adventures all the way from the Regency era in England to war-torn future worlds.  Throughout their adventures in the TARDIS — a time-traveling ship shaped like a police box — they encounter incredible friends and dangerous foes, including a terrifying bogeyman and the Doctor’s most powerful enemy yet.
On Friday, May 10, at 4:00 p.m. PDT / 7:00 p.m. EDT on Disney+ in the U.S. and around the world (excluding the U.K.), audiences can stream “The Church on Ruby Road,” which premiered last December, as well as two all-new episodes. In the U.K., “Doctor Who” begins streaming on May 11 at midnight on BBC iPlayer before airing on BBC One later that day, giving audiences a simultaneous global launch.

New episodes drop Fridays on Disney+, where available, and on Saturdays on the BBC and BBC iPlayer in the U.K.’

It really is quite amazing how the red-carpet premiere continues to captivate us after all these years. Because by now, they are commonplace, and we should be used to them and see them as just another part of Hollywood’s inner functions. But we still love them, we love hearing about them and there is reason why. Because they represent so much more than a release date or business as usual.
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They serve as the apex of a dream, of the glamour and glitz, and the promise of Hollywood, and we adore that and love to be part of it, and that’s why… we are here to share that wonder with you. For yesterday, the talented cast and crew of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire enjoyed the red-carpet premiere of season two of the show and well… to entice your imagination and call to that part of us that dreams… here is a summary of the night, and those photos for all of you to enjoy, courtesy of AMC.

‘Last night, Tuesday, April 30, AMC Networks celebrated season two of the highly anticipated series Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire with a screening event at The McKittrick Hotel in New York City, in partnership with Bustle, ahead of the premiere of the new season on Sunday, May 12 on AMC and AMC+. Following the screening, guests had the opportunity to participate in a special immersive experience, “Théâtre des Vampires,” and enjoyed signature drinks presented by POM Wonderful.
 
Series stars Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid, Assad Zaman, Delainey Hayles and Eric Bogosian were in attendance, along with creator and executive producer Rolin Jones and executive producer Mark Johnson, plus AMC Networks executives including Kristin Dolan, CEO; Dan McDermott, President of Entertainment and AMC Studios.’

It really seems as though life is quickly returning to normal in Hollywood. For people are heading back to work, new shows and movies are beginning to populate our world again and of course… celebrating art through premieres and red carpets are quickly becoming as commonplace as they were not that long ago. For we continue to see premieres taking place on social media or through articles such as this, where stars and creatives are reveling in the joy of sharing their incredible art with one another and in turn, audiences.
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In fact, a premiere of note took place in Los Angeles last night. For the London West Hollywood of Beverly Hills was host to the premiere of the upcoming AMC Networks series, Parish. Which debuts on AMC and AMC+ on March 31st, and there were some notable folks walking that red carpet, such as series star and executive producer Giacarlo Esposito, who was joined by stars Skeet Ulrich, Zackary Momoh, Ivan Mbakop, Bonnie Mbuli, Amanda Brugel, Arica Himmel, Dax Rey, Caleb Baumann and more, along with showrunners and executive producers Eduardo Javier Canto and Ryan Maldonado, plus AMC Networks executives including Dan McDermott, President of Entertainment and AMC Studios.
 
But what mattered most, was the joy that everyone exhibited regarding this event. For it was clear they were genuinely happy to see the finished product and share it with others in attendance and well, to properly encapsulate the wonder and the joy of this evening and this time-honored tradition, here are some select photos from the event. To help immerse you in another joyous red-carpet premiere and to help you count down the days to one highly anticipated series.

Sometimes you run into motion pictures and television shows that are so moving, and so poignant, that you more or less champion them. All by telling every single person you know about that story to get them to see it, experience it, feel everything it sends the viewer’s way because it is that special, and it is that powerful and well… we here at NTG just so happened to run into a film late last year that caught our attention in that manner. For this reporter had the opportunity to see Re: Uniting at the Austin Film Festival last November and this movie meets that criterion.
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Simply because it speaks to aspects of life that few other films will, and it explores the very real impact of very real moments. In a manner that is moving, powerful and downright compelling, and what it has to say about life, the moment and the journey is so incredible that well… we are happy to spread the word to motivate others to see it and that’s precisely why we wanted to take a moment today to share some lovely news about this feature. In that, it is about to hit Canadian theaters, giving folks in Canada a chance to experience this moving feature, and with that in mind, here are all the details on the upcoming Canadian release of this poignant and important film.

To learn more about ‘Re: Uniting’ check out our review of the film and our interview with the cast and the film’s writer/director. For tickets, visit the Cineplex site, here.

‘Vortex Media and Flat Head Films announced today that BC-based writer/director Laura Adkin’s feature film debut Re: Uniting will have its theatrical premiere at Cineplex theatres across Canada starting Friday, March 15th, 2024. The film world premiered at the Austin Film Festival, was a special presentation at the Whistler Film Festival and Adkin was recently nominated by the Vancouver Film Critics Circle for Best BC Director.

Re: Uniting will screen for audiences for the first time to audiences in Toronto, Vancouver and Victoria with more locations to be announced. The film will play in Toronto at Cineplex Cinemas Yonge-Dundas with a Q&A with Adkin on March 15th, in Vancouver at Cineplex Odeon International Village with a Q&A with Adkin and select cast on March 16th and at The Vic Theatre in Victoria with a Q&A on March 17th. 

Re: Uniting stars Jesse L Martin (Law & Order, The Irrational), Michelle Harrison (The Flash), Roger Cross (War For the Planet of the Apes), David James Lewis (Child’s Play), Carmen Moore (Nancy Drew) and Bronwen Smith (Firefly Lane) as six best friends from college who reconnect for their 25 year reunion. 

When Rachel, played by Michelle Harrison, receives life-changing news, she secretly grapples with her mortality while playing host to her friends who have grown up and gone their separate ways since college. Carrie, a mother of 3, Natalie, a workaholic neurosurgeon, former football star turned sportscaster Collin, and playboy man-child Danny join Rachel and her husband at their picturesque home on the beautiful and secluded Bowen Island. As soon as they are all together it’s like no time has passed; they laugh, drink and dance the night away. Rachel’s nostalgia is echoed by the group as they realize how much time has gone by, and how much they have all changed. As secrets are revealed, they are forced to change the way they look at their futures.

The film features a hit-filled soundtrack, opening with "This Is How We Do It" by Montell Jordan and closing with an original song from the films lead actor Jesse L Martin. The soundtrack for the ensemble drama features more than nineteen songs from indie artists.

Laura Adkin, born and raised in Vancouver, BC, began her career in the film and television industry almost 20 years ago. She started as an actor then moved behind the camera as a producer, writer and director. As a filmmaker, Laura has produced numerous films that have played in film festivals around the world. Diversity and inclusivity on set and behind the camera is one of Laura’s most important mandates as a filmmaker. She was handpicked for a female directors initiative through Disney and was selected for the Women In the Directors Chair Career Advancement Module. Laura served on the board of Women in Film Vancouver and currently teaches at Vancouver Acting School.

Re: Uniting is written and directed by Laura Adkin, produced by Krista Rand (Grand Unified Theory) and Stirling Bancroft (Sniper: Assassin’s End) serves as director of photography. Re: Uniting is the first feature film in the world to be coloured with the Barco HDR Lightsteering projector; a state-of-the-art technology sweeping the cinematic world from international tech company Barco. 

The film was made possible with Telefilm "partner's in production", William F. White International and UBCP/ACTRA. 

About Vortex Media:
Vortex Media is a boutique studio bringing together global distribution and film and television production across all genres. It comprises three divisions: Vortex Canada, specializing in the theatrical release of feature films and monetization across all platforms; Vortex International, a worldwide sales and distribution company; and Vortex Productions, an in-house production company with the resources to self-finance and produce feature films and made-for-television movies including THE END OF SEX starring Schitt’s Creek’s Emily Hampshire and ANYTHING FOR JACKSON, a Shudder Original Film. Recent Vortex Canada releases include THE RETIREMENT PLAN, starring Nicolas Cage, and Rachel Lambert’s genre-defying SOMETIMES I THINK ABOUT DYING with Daisy Ridley. Highlights of Vortex’s upcoming slate include the critically acclaimed I DON’T KNOW WHO YOU ARE and the Australian Indigenous crime drama LIMBO, starring Simon Baker, both of which had their world premieres at the Toronto International Film Festival last fall.’

There is a lot for the cast and crew of the hit STARZ series, BMF, to celebrate right now. After all, the third season of the show is now on the airwaves and the show has been granted a fourth season to continue the tale of the rise and fall of the Flenory family, and well… those are amazing accomplishments for certain. Because it is no easy task to be granted two seasons, much less one in this industry and well… the joy that comes from such wins, absolutely translated into the perfect celebration of all this good news.
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For last night the Hollywood Athletic Club was host to the third season premiere of this magnificent series, and well… you can simply see the joy on the faces of the attendees from the photographs taken at this event. The kind that speaks to a job well done, of gratitude and outright pride for assembling such an amazing series that captivates so many, and well… to properly pay the cast and crew respect for all their hard work, here are a selection of photos, and a summary from that big night, as we plunge back into the world of BMF.

‘Last night, STARZ transformed Sunset Boulevard in celebration of the highly anticipated new season of gritty, family drama “BMF,” premiering today, March 1, at midnight on the STARZ app. On linear, it will debut on STARZ at 8:00 PM ET/PT in the U.S. and 9:00 ET/PT in Canada.

Held at the Hollywood Athletic Club, which was decorated to appear as the Platinum Palace as featured in the hit series, partygoers were treated to VIP bottle service, BMF costumes on display and quotes and real-life photos of the Flenory Brothers from during their time in Detroit and Atlanta lining the walls. There was no shortage of star power in attendance, including Creator Randy Huggins, Executive Producer and season three showrunner Heather Zuhlke, Executive Producers Anthony Wilson and Anne Clements alongside “BMF” cast members Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr., Da’Vinchi, Michole Briana White, La La Anthony, Kelly Hu, 2 Chainz, Cynthia Bailey, Sydney Mitchell, Laila D. Pruitt, Ren King, Christopher B. Duncan, Morgan Alexandria, Kadianne Whyte, Jerel Xavier Alston, Bechir Sylvian, Roberto Sanchez, Jason C. Louder and Jourdan Sweeney.

Celebrity attendees also came to celebrate the impact of “BMF,” including DDG, KaMillion, Funny Marco, Jeremy Piven, DeShaun Watson, Jilky Anais, William Stanford Davis, Lil Rel Howery, Demetrius Shipp Jr., DJ Hed, Dreka Gates, Jonica Booth, and Tae Heckard among others.

Inspired by true legends, “BMF” continues the story of brothers Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, who rose through the illegal drug trade from the depths of poverty in Detroit to the heights of fame and fortune across America. In season three, Meech moves to Atlanta to expand their empire, facing rival crews and crossing paths with burgeoning hip-hop legends, while Terry holds down the fort in Detroit, facing formidable rivals, old and new.

“BMF” season three stars returning actors Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. (“Euphoria”) as “Demetrius Flenory,” Da’Vinchi (“All American,” “Grown-ish”) as “Terry Flenory,” Russell Hornsby (Fences, The Hate U Give) as “Charles Flenory,” Michole Briana White (“Dead to Me,” She Hate Me) as “Lucille Flenory,” Steve Harris (“The Practice,” Diary of a Mad Black Woman) as “Detective Bryant,” Kelly Hu (The Scorpion King, “The Orville”) as “Detective Jin,” La La Anthony (“The Chi,” Think Like a Man) as “Markisha,” Sydney Mitchell (“First Wives Club”) as “LaWanda” and Laila D. Pruitt (Secret Headquarters) as “Nicole Flenory.”  Previously announced special guest stars include Grammy Award winners Dominique “Lil Baby” Jones (It's Only Me, 2022) making his acting debut as “Payne,” NE-YO (“Dance Monsters,” Hip-Hop Family Christmas Wedding) as “Rodney ‘Greeny’ Green,” 2 Chainz (“The Enforcer”) as “Stacks,” Grammy-nominated artist and actress Saweetie (“Bel-Air,” “Grown-ish”) as “Keeya,” and Cynthia Bailey (“Real Housewives of Atlanta”) as “Gloria.”

“BMF” is executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson through his G-Unit Film and Television production company (Executive Producer of the “Power” Universe, “For Life,” and Hip Hop Homicides), alongside creator, executive producer, and Detroit native Randy Huggins (“Star,” “Rebel,” “Power”) with showrunner and executive producer Heather Zuhlke ("Power,"  "Southland.") Anthony Wilson and Anne Clements also serve as executive producers on the series. “BMF” is produced through Jackson’s G-Unit Film and Television production company in association with Lionsgate Television for STARZ. 

About “BMF” Season Three
“BMF” continues the story of the inspiring true legends, brothers Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory (Demetrius Flenory, Jr.) and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory (Da’Vinchi), who founded one of the most influential crime families in the country, the Black Mafia Family. We parachute into the early '90s in season three, with Meech moving to Atlanta, hoping to grow the BMF empire in the south and rise to the top of the Atlanta drug scene. At the same time, Terry remains in the “D,” handling business there, not yet aware of all the dangers lurking around the corner. Charles Flenory (Russell Hornsby) and Lucille Flenory’s (Michole Briana White) marriage remains on the rocks, and Detective Bryant (Steve Harris), on probation from work, and Detective Jin (Kelly Hu) find themselves on opposite sides of the law, but might find common ground in their determination to take down BMF. Additionally, season three includes special guest stars recurring throughout the season, who cross paths with Meech and Terry in this next phase of their unbelievable journey.

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About STARZ 
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ® service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. STARZ is available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company. 

About Lionsgate
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 20,000+ title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.’

This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the many shows being covered here wouldn’t exist.

For the most part, activations and interactive experiences at Comic Conventions and Festivals, tend to be focused on one particular franchise. All so that the fans of that particular series or franchise can step into that world and enjoy everything it has to offer in a delightful and engaging manner, and fans absolutely enjoy these experiences. To the point where they are quickly growing in demand. Which means that studios and networks have to offer more of them, the kind that cater to wider audiences so they too can enjoy the wonder of them and one particular network of note that is stepping up their game regarding this is NBC, and the NBCUniversal family.  

For their ‘Quantum Leap’ Activation at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 didn’t just plunge fans into the world of the hit series, Quantum Leap. Wherein everyone worked together to stabilize the timelines to buy the Time Team enough precious moments to free Ziggy of a virus. They also stepped into the worlds of Law & Order, SVU, Organized Crime, and Chucky. Making for one epic adventure across multiple beloved franchises and well… to give you an idea of how incredible this activation is, and to potentially help fans at SDCC step into all those worlds, here are a bevy of photos from the ‘Quantum Leap’ Activation, courtesy of NBC.

This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the series and exhibit being covered here wouldn’t exist.
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One of the best parts of going to a comic convention in this day and age, is being able to see all the incredible exhibits that various companies set up. Simply because studios, and gaming companies, go all out in creating an immersive experience for the fans. Where the world they love and adore comes to life, and that really does put a smile on our faces and gives us plenty to snap pictures of and talk about with our friends and it just so happens, that AMC Networks assembled an amazing one for this year’s San Diego Comic-Con.

For yesterday, the Anne Rice Immortal Universe Experience and Activation opened up at SDCC, wherein fans of Interview with the Vampire were able to experience recreated locations from the show, complete with characters, interactive exhibits and so much more. And well… since not everyone is in San Diego right now enjoying the convention or might be there and may not be aware of this event, AMC Networks was kind enough to supply us, with photos from day one at the Immortal Universe Experience, and some details on the event and its SDCC schedule. To grace those who cannot make it with its wonder and help those on site … to take part in a magnificent immersive experience.

‘On Wednesday, July 19, AMC Networks kicked off San Diego Comic-Con with a special preview night of a new Anne Rice Immortal Universe fan experience and activation inspired by the network’s critically acclaimed series Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire ​and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches.
 
The Hilton Gaslamp Terrace was transformed into “The Street of Immortality,” a New Orleans-inspired immersive experience, which features several photo and video opportunities along the route, including iconic locations from Interview with the Vampire such as Hotel Iberville and Nawlins Records. Attendees can tour the street, collect exclusive souvenirs and premiums, and enjoy “The Elixir of Immortality,” a limited-edition mocktail presented by POM Wonderful.
 
The activation is free and for all ages, and will be open to the public on Thursday, July 20, Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 from 11:00am – 7:00pm PT. 

About AMC Networks
AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content. Its brands include targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK, and the newest addition to its targeted streaming portfolio, the anime-focused HIDIVE streaming service, in addition to AMC, BBC AMERICA (operated through a joint venture with BBC Studios), IFC, SundanceTV, WE tv and IFC Films. AMC Studios, the Company’s in-house studio, production and distribution operation, is behind some of the biggest titles and brands known to a global audience, including The Walking Dead, the Anne Rice catalog and the Agatha Christie library. The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.’

Yesterday, we made mention of the fact that Amazon Freevee was putting on quite the event in Los Angeles to celebrate its hit series, Jury Duty. In that over the course of June 14-16, the cast of the show would be popping up in various locations next to courthouses in Los Angeles, wherein they would serve up free tacos to anyone that dropped by to basically thank them for tuning in and to have a little fun. Which is a pretty epic and immersive event that sadly, anyone outside of Los Angeles won’t be able to attend. But that doesn’t mean you cannot enjoy this event from afar. 
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Because Amazon Freevee was kind enough to send over some photos from Day One of the event, allowing for all of us to live vicariously through the internet, and see the cast in action, slinging tacos and giving thanks, and well… without further ado, here are those photos for you to enjoy and a quick summary of the event. Along with tomorrow’s schedule if you’re in Los Angeles and want a taco and a celebrity experience, all to celebrate a wonderful event. One that is giving back to loyal fans and immersing them within a show they love.

‘Yesterday, the cast of Amazon Freevee's Jury Duty handed out free tacos in Studio City as day one of their FYC Taco Truck activation. Attendees at the activation got to meet and take photos with Ronald Gladden himself along with fellow cast members James Marsden, Alan Barinholtz, Susan Berger, Cassandra Blair, Ross Kimball, Brandon Loeser, Rashida Olayiwola, Whitney Rice, Maria Russell, Ishmel Sahid, Ben Seaward and Ron Song. The crew handed out custom JORF (Jury of Ronald's Friends) T-shirts, cookies, posters, and Freevee tote bags.
 
The 3-day FYC Taco Truck activation began in Studio City on Wednesday, June 14th, traveled to Beverly Hills on June 15th, and will be making its final stop at Abbot Kinney (1515 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291) tomorrow, Friday June 16th.’

It is definitely safe to say that fans of The Walking Dead Universe, were dreaming of a trip to the Big Apple yesterday. Simply because, The Walking Dead: Dead City, descended upon Manhattan to give life to a Walker Infestation event to celebrate the release of this epic new chapter in the TWD Universe. One where walkers were scattered about the city to greet (and thankfully not eat) anyone that dropped by for a hot slice or a hot dog. Not to mention, Lauren Cohan (Maggie), Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Negan), Gaius Charles (Armstrong), Željko Ivanek (The Croat) and Mahina Napoleon (Ginny) were on hand at Katz’s Deli to meet the fans.

All of which so many fans wanted to partake in. But thankfully, through the magic of the internet… there are ways of enjoying the moment from afar and that’s what we are here to help with today. Since AMC Networks and the good folks at The Walking Dead: Dead City, were kind enough to provide us with a bevy of pictures, a recap video, and some brief notes on the day of the dead that took place in New York City, and hopefully these photos will bring a smile to your face and further prepare you, for the Sunday night series premiere of the boldest and bravest TWD series to date.

‘On Wednesday, June 14, AMC Networks’ The Walking Dead Universe took over iconic New York City establishments ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of The Walking Dead: Dead City, set in a post-apocalyptic Manhattan, on Sunday, June 18 at 9:00pm ET on AMC and AMC+. 
 
Series stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, Gaius Charles, Željko Ivanek and Mahina Napoleon stopped by Katz’s Deli, where the first 200 customers were treated to a complimentary half pastrami sandwich and 4 oz. coleslaw.
 
AMC also partnered with other famed NYC establishments including H&H Bagels, Joe’s Pizza, the New York Hot Dog King Cart, and more. Each location featured merchandise giveaways and the show’s legendary Walkers, along with treats from the NYC staples.’