Weekend Recap: Apple Guide, Newborn Babies, and Broken Box Office Records

Here at PMBC Group, we understand how important it is to keep up on what’s going on around us, no matter how busy we might be. From learning how to navigate iOS7, to news of broken records at the box office, here are the top stories from this weekend: 

1. Apple Introduces Tips and Tricks Guides 

iPhone users can now maximize their phones full potential with its recently release guidelines. The feature highlights new techniques and shortcuts for all iPhone 4S, 5S and 5C.

2. Steve Job’s Death Anniversary

Saturday marked the second anniversary since Steve Job’s death. The legendary innovator and Apple co-founder battled pancreatic cancer for several years and died two years ago, on October 5^th, 2011. RIP Steve Jobs.

3. Halle Berry and Jamie King Give Birth

Congratulations to both Halle Berry and Jamie King who recently welcomed their baby boys over the weekend! Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez who wed last July announced their pregnancy news earlier this year. Meanwhile, Jamie King and filmmaker Kyle Newman introduced a photo of their baby boy via Twitter and Instagram.

4. Gravity Breaks Box Office Records

The new buzz worthy film starring George Clooney and Sandra Bullock broke box office records with $55.6 million over the weekend. Gravity’s story line revolves around two astronauts who face a disastrous accident out in their designated space station.

What exciting stories did you hear about this weekend?

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Ben Affleck Set to Be New Batman in “Man of Steel” Sequel

The official announcement zoomed through the Internet faster than the black-caped superhero streaming through Gotham city’s skyline, Ben Affleck is set to take on the role as Batman in the Warner Bros’ sequel to “Man of Steel,” expected to hit box offices during the summer of 2015.

Although there is no set name for the movie, it is apparent that director Zack Snyder was looking for a superstar with superhero experience to play alongside Henry Cavill (Clark Kent). Affleck brings onset experience as a superhero from his 2003 performance in Marvel’s Daredevil. However, because of his debatable reviews from Daredevil, it has left some critics and fans ambivalent about Affleck being a hit or miss in his upcoming performance.

Despite this fact, let’s take into consideration two important facts: Affleck is a stellar and illustrious actor, however, it is very difficult to live up to the expectations of Batman, as he is admired far beyond most other superheroes. This is an unfair benchmark for any one individual to live up too, but this is why it might just be a win-win situation for Affleck. Doubted, a mediocre performance would be expected and if proving a great performance, he will be praised highly as a true hero.

With that being known, we at PMBC Group, a Los Angeles Entertainment PR firm, are highly anticipating Affleck’s debut as Batman and are looking forward to the on-scene collaboration of two renowned superheroes.

Will you be watching the Man of Steel sequel?

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LinkedIn and Lee Daniels’ “The Butler” Link Up

From a small-time social network to a global online database for business professionals,  LinkedIn  lands its first movie role. Officially announced yesterday, the company will have a promotional partnership with The Weinstein Company’s upcoming film “The Butler,” this according to Mashable’s Sean Fitz-Gerald.

“The Weinstein Company is committed to executing innovative and efficient tactics to market our films, and teaming with LinkedIn to highlight the inspiring story in Lee Daniels’ The Butler was a perfect fit,” said Bladimiar Norman, Weinstein’s senior vice president of marketing. “We’re thrilled to be LinkedIn’s partner on their first major film promotion.”

For those who may not know, “The Butler,” which is inspired by Wil Haygood’s 2008 Washington Post article “A Butler Well served by this Election,” takes movie-goers on an emotional adventure as told through White House butler Cecil Gaines (Forest Whitaker), who served seven presidential administrations from the 1950s to 1980s.

A fictional story, combined with historical events and figures, along with an all-star cast, The Butler presents an array of powerful scenes that streamline an unprecedented look into the life of an African Butler who served and lived in a world of politicians during the 1960s civil rights movement, leaving your imagination pondered about a behind-the-scenes hero.

Here at PMBC Group, a Los Angeles PR Firm, witnessing LinkedIn’s collaboration with The Weinstein Company to raise awareness about “The Butler,” a movie which exhibits part of our country’s history, is a film we support in a movement towards a world of equality.

Are you planning on seeing “The Butler”?

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Be Great Partners Offers Home to Booming Entertainment Startup

PMBC Group‘s client Be Great Partners (BGP), the Los Angeles incubator-accelerator building Los Angeles into a world class startup ecosystem, has become home to a variety of innovative, up and coming startups, including DealFlicks, a movie ticket and concession deal site.

DealFlicks is just one of many companies that have been added to BGP’s portfolio, receiving support from BGP’s 25 staff developers, legal assistance, public relations, HR support, and mentors that all portfolio companies are offered at BGP.

The following is the inspirational video about two entrepreneurs who moved to Los Angeles with an idea and went from living in a minivan to a startup that everyone is saying to keep an eye on.  Chosen to be one of five companies admitted to the Warner Brothers “Media Camp WB class,” DealFlicks will enter a 12-week accelerator program working alongside Warner Bros. executives to gain unparalleled insight. It is companies like this that now call BGP their new home:

How do you enjoy your favorite movies?

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Mike and Sully at the Palm of your Hand

Monster University dominated the box office this past weekend, bringing in an impressive $82 million. The opening weekend success almost tops the charts as Pixar’s second-highest opening movie, right behind Toy Story 3 ($110 million). Luckily for fans, the fun doesn’t stop at the theatres. Disney released a new mobile app for iOS and Android, giving individuals the chance to take Mike, Sully and Squishy home with them.

The app comes with two mini games, both taking place at Monsters University. In Catch Archie, the first mini game, the object is to chase down the rival school Fear Tech’s Scare Pig, which was stolen by Sully but lost in a scuffle. The second mini game, Toxicity Challenge, the users objective is to  help Mike advert and dodge bright pink stinging glow urchins widely scattered across the screen.

At PMBC Group, a Los Angeles Technology PR Firm, witnessing the success of Pixar’s prequel to Monster Inc. evolve into an app, allowing all fans to play and see their favorite characters away from the big screen, is a true example of what the future holds for cinema and technology. Now we wait to see what’s ahead.

Who is your favorite Monster character?

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Streamageddon: Netflix Removes Thousands of Films

It’s the end of days or something like it for the large portion of Netflixers who will have to say goodbye to nearly 2,000 movies Netflix will no longer have as of May 1st, 2013.

The movie streaming mogul has run into licensing issues with Warner Bros., MGM and Universal who have elected to take back the movies that are streaming freely to the millions of Netflix members. Some movies marked on the backlist include Face Off, Castaway, Cruel Intentions and many more. The lost movies will now only be accessible through the Warner Archive Instant. To see the full list, click HERE.

Do you have a Netflix account?

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Friday Favorites to Start Your Weekend

The weekend is almost here, and to wrap up the week PMBC Group is sharing a few of our favorites to get your rest and relaxation started.

Watch: “Safe Haven,” a romantic film based on one of Nicholas Sparks‘ best selling books, that hit the big screen yesterday. Starring Hollywood hunk, Josh Duhamel and ABC’s Dancing With The Stars’ beauty, Julianne Hough, this is one movie you won’t want to miss.

Listen: On Tuesday, Rihanna released an official music video for her song “Stay” featuring Mikky Ekko.  The single is part of the singer’s seventh studio album, “Unapologetic,” which debuted at No.1 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart following its release on Nov. 19, 2012.

Justin Timberlake also recently debuted a new song entitled “Mirrors. ”  The eight minutes long song was written about the pop star’s wife, Jessica Biel.  “Mirrors” is the first promotional single officially released from JT’s upcoming album “The 20/20 Experience,” which is set to be released on March 15.

Read: USA Today’s Best-Selling Books lists American Sniper, by Chris Kyle, Scott McEwen and Jim DeFelice, as number two, behind Nicholas Sparks’ Safe Haven. This moving, must-read autobiography is about the life of the ex-Navy SEAL Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was recently shot and killed at a shooting range earlier this month. The book jumped from #113 to #2 within the past week.

How do you plan to start your weekend?

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Snuggle Up This Valentine’s Day With PMBC’s Top Love Flicks

PMBC Group understands that on Valentine’s Day you might want a quiet, romantic night in whether with your beau or just the girls. Thus we’ve recommended some of the past few decades’ top love films to fit any personality. Grab your wine and chocolate and snuggle up on the couch, this could spark a movie marathon.

10 Things I Hate About You: high school love story

The Notebook: the hopeless romantic

Serendipity: destined love

PS I love you: tear-jerker love story

When Harry Met Sally: the best-friend love

You’ve Got Mail: new age love

Love Actually: finding yourself while finding love

Breakfast at Tiffany’s: classic love

Pretty in Pink: the rebel love

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days: unexpected love

Titanic: the ultimate love story

 What’s your favorite love flick?

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February Events You Don’t Want to Miss

The month of February holds a lot in store for both the entertainment world and those who enjoy America’s culture to the fullest. PMBC Group, Los Angeles PR firm, likes to look forward to these events and plan according.

The entire month of February is Black History Month in remembrance of important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. Many also like to celebrate  Mardi Gras season, the time between Epiphany and Ash Wednesday, which is honored most in the city of New Orleans. A day not to forget, February 14, in honor of Saint Valentine is another momentous day for people show those they care about romantically or platonically their love.

Notable events to the entertainment industry, both the Grammy and Academy awards are held this month on the 10th and 24th respectively. Deemed music’s biggest night, the 55th Grammy Awards will award those breakthrough, best, and remembered performers. The Academy Awards or 85th annual Oscars will award the year’s best films. We know we are marking our calendars in anticipating of all these events.

What event are you looking forward to the most?

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Weekend Wows and Winners

At PMBC, we like to keep up on our pop culture trivia and this weekend was one for the books. From entertainment to sports, PMBC lists their top 5 weekend wows and winners that made history.

1. SAG AWARDS: Argo wins Outstanding Cast in a Motion Picture. On Saturday night, Ben Affleck’s film received the award for Best Film at the 24^th Annual Producers Guild Awards. Sunday proved to be a big night for the cast of CIA thriller, Argo, who too took home an award, this time for best overall cast performance. 
   
2. SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Ashton Kutcher takes on role as Steve Jobs. The 2013 Sundance Film Festival concluded Friday with a star-studded, spot-on turn by Ashton Kutcher, who portays late Apple founder, Steve Jobs in the upcoming film jOBS. Set to hit theaters this April, the film chronicles Job’s life from college to Apple fame and fortune.
3. Miami Heat Visits White House and LeBron James tackles fan who makes $75K half-court shot. President Barack Obama honored the Miami Heat Monday, for winning the 2012 NBA Championship. Miami’s LeBron made headlines as he proclaimed “Mama I made it,” just like the fan he tackled who sunk the half-court hook shot for $75,000.  
4. Tiger Woods Wins Farmers Insurance Open. Down in Torrey Pines, San Diego, famed golfer always catching the media’s spotlight, Tiger Woods added a sweet victory to end the weekend with his 75^th Victory. 
5. Frank Ocean and Chris Brown’s Brawl Over a Parking Spot. Chris Brown’s fist makes headlines again this weekend, after the singer allegedly punched R&B rival Frank Ocean Sunday night. According to the The NY Daily News, the fight broke out over a parking spot at Westlake Studio in West Hollywood. Afterwards Ocean tweeted: “Got jumped by chris and a couple guys. lol. I only wish Everest was there. Cut my finger now I can’t play with two hands at the grammys.”

What was your weekend highlight?

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