NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? DJ: It means everything. I scriptwrite as a hobby dreaming of it one day being a job and this feels like such a positive step in the right direction. NY Elite: Can you tell us about the work that … Continue reading Exclusive Interview with Writer, Director Dougie Jones
Although he began his film career as an actor, Kevin quickly moved into Producing and eventually directing and writing. Kevin’s films and screenplays have won numerous awards worldwide with his two most recent films having been screened in various cities in the US, Europe, South America, Oceania, and Asia. He has directed six short films with the seventh shooting in February 2022, and his credits … Continue reading Screenwriter, Producer, Director Kevin Machate on “Gloomy Sunday”
NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Chris Goodenough: I feel humbled. Judging by the sheer magnitude of people that submitted their works, it’s truly an honor to be selected as a finalist. NY Elite: Can you tell us about the work that you participated with … Continue reading Interview with Screenwriter Chris Goodenough
By Karen White Eni Lena started the new year 2022 with a big bang, by making history as an incredibly talented make-up artist who found huge success in United States. She won “Best Make Up Artist” Award at the Nentori Shqiptar Event, held by Artteam Charity Foundation in New York in Capitale NYC on November 26, 2021 for her “Red Lipstick – October is not … Continue reading Make Up Artist Eni Lena Wins Big in Washington DC and New York
Based in NYC, Shq1pe Co. is a popular Albanian-American clothing brand known for its quality, fashionable style, and great visual identity. “It’s about creating an experience for any global citizen today, that identifies with street urban, casual and athletic style, yet making a bold statement with the Shq1pe design. Our clothing and accessories bring our customers confidence, empowerment by embracing each unique identity and personality … Continue reading Shq1pe Clothing Brand Going Global
Erigerta Deda is a brilliant Albanian-American actress and producer, known for The Fate of the Furious (2017), Lux in Tenebris (2017), and The Red Queen (2021). She is the first of 4 children and grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. Her parents are both of Christian descent. Eri’s family moved to Cleveland, Ohio from Albania. In 2017, she graduated from The Ohio State University with a … Continue reading Cinema as a Performing Art: Interview with Actress and Producer Erigerta Deda
Uskana Hoxhaj is a remarkable young artist with a bright future ahead of her. She was born and raised in Tirana (July 2011) and currently lives with her family in Albania, mother Eneida Hoxhaj (award winning makeup artist), father Ervin Hoxhaj (economist), and her two siblings, sister Erjam (12 years old) and brother Joshen (5 years old). Uskana, a talented 10-year-old young artist, is currently … Continue reading Uskana Hoxhaj – Young Artist in the Making
Attracting many fans from around the world, Geneva-based talented singer, songwriter, and actor Lab (Labinot Ramadani) announced the release of his latest new single “Kjo zemër qan”. The hit single was released on November 06, 2021, with music and text by Blero & Albos, guitar Astrit Stafa, DA Artan Misini, styling Vlora Ramadani, and make up by XHB Beauty Studio. The music video of “Kjo … Continue reading Lab’s heartfelt new hit single “This heart cries”
On November 27th, 2021, the international conference LEAPin Albania was held for the fifth year in a consecutive row. Organized by Leadership Development Association Balkan, the event took place in the conference room at Tirana Business Park with 210 participants of different age groups. LEAPin Albania 2021 lasted 4 hours and included various topics presented by the guest speakers, addressing the youth in a contemporary … Continue reading LDA Balkan hosted another successful conference “LEAPin Albania 2021”
Kosovo-born film director and screenwriter Zgjim Terziqi developed a passion for writing at an early age. Terziqi graduated with a a BA and MA from the University of Prishtina in Film and TV directing and has written over 200 episodes for TV and tens of short films. Zgjim Terziqi’s debut short “A Month” (2017) and second short Salon (2019), traveled to over 70 film festivals … Continue reading Renowned Director and Screenwriter Zgjim Terziqi on his debut feature film “2000: A post-war Odyssey”
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