JOONE’S PIRATES SELLS OUT GREAT LAKES FILM FESTIVAL
Digital Playground is very pleased to announce Joone’s R-rated version of the XXX blockbuster film, Pirates has sold out the Great Lakes Film Festival. It is the first time in history a movie has sold out the festival, with many people still trying to get in to the theater after the movie started. It is also unprecedented for a movie that has been released for a year. The movie received a standing ovation from the floor and during the hour-plus, open Q & A forum, it was the consensus that Pirates works, even without the sex. Steven M. Opsanic, Festival Director of the Great Lakes Film Festival raves, “We are thrilled to have been able to screen Pirates and honored to have Joone as a guest to present it. GLFF was founded on the goal of presenting the work of truly independent filmmakers who consistently prove that creative, cutting edge work can be done outside of the Hollywood system, and that given an alternative choice, the audience enjoys the opportunity to experience something new. In my opinion, no one personifies this independent spirit like Joone, who with Pirates has raised the bar for all filmmakers. And the capacity crowd on a Wednesday night proves that the audience agrees. The effort and support that Digital Playground and star Jesse Jane put into standing behind this film, leaves no doubt that good films can be successful regardless of the genre. We were honored to be a part of the success of their film.” Director Joone says, “the experience was remarkable. It has been an honor to be among so many independent filmmakers and artists and to have their wholehearted support for my craft.”
The Great Lakes Film Association (GLFA) showcases new independent films and by awarding outstanding filmmakers. The film festival has showcased over 250 films over the past 4 years including numerous films that have been aired on HBO, PBS, and the Sundance channel. This year’s event kicked off with two short narrative shorts, followed by Digital Playground’s Pirates. Following the showing, Joone, and lead actress, Jesse Jane participated in a meet and greet and formal Q & A forum with over 250 members of the association, and they attended a Pirates after party. The GLFF continues through Sunday, featuring narrative shorts and films, documentaries, animated and experimental productions, as well as contributions in the horror and spiritual genres.
In May of 2006, Joone’s Pirates become the first adult movie to successfully crossover, receiving an R Rating from the MPAA and mainstream distribution from MTI. Hot on the tails of the platinum sales of the original XXX version, the R-rated DVD began shipping in record numbers in July of 2006. In September, Digital Playground released a stand-alone soundtrack for Pirates. The Pirates soundtrack is the first adult soundtrack to standalone in the digital revolution and the first to acquire successful and visible mainstream distribution.”
Filmed with High Definition 24p cameras, award-winning director Joone, has created an electrifying, swashbuckling adventure that takes you on a humorous and mystical journey through haunted seas. Pirates features deadly swordplay against CGI skeleton warriors, awe-inspiring Incan magic, explosive sea battles, and over 300 special effects. Shot on location in California, and off the coast of Florida, ‘Pirates’ was released as an adult feature in September of 2005, and has already received over 30 awards, including a record-breaking 11 at the 2006 AVN Award Show. ‘Pirates’ stars Jesse Jane®, Carmen Luvana, Janine, Teagan Presley, Devon, Austyn Moore and Jenaveve Jolie.
For additional information, including the ‘Pirates’ trailer, visit http://www.PiratesTheMovie.com
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