Apr 29 2009
Star Trek’s Bob Picardo to Attend Universal Signs World Premiere
Bob Picardo, known for his roles on Star Trek: Voyager and Stargate Atlantis, is going to be making an appearance at the world premiere of the independent film Universal Signs here in Philadelphia on May 30th, 2009. He has a supporting role in the movie, and he will be signing autographs and taking pictures at the event (see the website for details). Although she won’t be at this premiere, the film does star another science fiction actress you all may remember: Sabrina Lloyd of Sliders.
I know that my boyfriend and I are planning to attend this event. Bob Picardo is a wonderfully talented actor, and we’ve been fortunate to have met him before at a convention. This is a great opportunity to see some of his non-science fiction work, and meet him in person if you haven’t yet. Below is the official release about the film’s premiere:
Don’t Miss the UNIVERSAL SIGNS World Premiere
2008 Winner of the Philadelphia Film Festival Audience Award for Best Feature Film
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2009 at two special screenings
Time: Matinee at 1PM and Evening at 7PM
Location: Keswick Theatre - 291 Keswick Ave., Glenside, PA 19038
FREE parking and easily accessible by train!
Universal Signs was a SELL-OUT at the Philadelphia Film Festival.
Buy Your Tickets Today at www.universalsignsmovie.com
Meet and Greet The STARS: A rare opportunity to meet one-on-one with your favorite actors. Anthony Natale (Mr Holland’s Opus), Deanne Bray (Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye), Troy Kotsur (Broadway’s Big River) or Robert Picardo (Star Trek: Voyager and Stargate: Atlantis) Robert Picardo is a Philly native. It is a special treat that he will be in town for the event!
Get to Know the Filmmakers: Philadelphia Filmmakers Ann Calamia (writer/director) and Catherine Miller (producer) along with Robert DeMayo (ASL Consultant) will be available in the Keswick lobby after both screenings to meet and answer questions.
Accessibility at the Premiere: Professional Sign Language Interpreters, Hands Up Productions, will be on site at to aid in communication with all aspects of the premiere.
If you cannot make the premiere, Pre-Order your DVD at www.universalsignsmovie.com
About the Film:
Universal Signs, a ground breaking modern “silent” film, presented in mesmerizing American Sign Language (ASL) with English subtitles, touches the hearts and minds of hearing and Deaf audiences alike with its hopeful, uplifting story of love, connection, and forgiveness. The film was shot on location in Philadelphia. The film is told primarily in Sign Language and is Open Captioned for ALL Audiences. This film was produced with support of a Philadelphia-based non-profit for Deaf Accessibility and Awareness to the Cultural Arts, Creative Access. A portion of the film’s proceeds go back to the Philadelphia Deaf community.
Film Reviews:
“Universal Signs will leave you with a warm feeling while also making you think twice about the way you communicate with those around you. Through a unique combination of music and subtitles, Ann Calamia delivers a CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANYTHING YOU’VE EVER SEEN.” ~ Walter Kealey, Philadelphia Film Festival
“Subtitles are an essential part of the story in Universal Signs. Rather than merely translate what the actors are saying, they give viewers an INTIMATE WINDOW into a UNIQUE SUBCULTURE.” ~ Chris Marlowe, The Hollywood Reporter
“…A perfect reminder that a well-timed word, whether spoken or unspoken can be all you need to FALL IN LOVE. Just as you are likely to be by the end of Universal Signs.” ~ Erik Childress, Chicago Film Critics Association
“It takes a POWERFUL, even EXTRAORDINARY movie to overcome silence.” ~ Stacy Briggs, The Intelligencer
“The lack of spoken words accentuates the camera movements, the color, the music – elements that often go unnoticed in other films but are center stage on this one, giving it more depth and intensity. The movie’s universal themes do not distinguish between a hearing or deaf audience – the EMOTIONAL RESPONSE is the same.” ~ Paola Segnini, Hearing Health Magazine
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