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Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen
May 28, 2007
(720) 435-5138
The
Goal Comes to Canada
Windsor, Ontario,
Canada—The Goal, a multiple award winning feature film, can
now be found at a retail store near you, Canada! The film can
now be purchased at Blessings, Mitchell Family Bookstores, and
other Christian retailers.
"The Goal"
chronicles the lives of two athletes who are on an adrenaline
track, one to the Olympics and the other to the world of Pro
Soccer. Steve and Jason cross paths while rebuilding their
lives following severe accidents and find hope through the
sport of Quad Rugby. Darla Rae, the film's writer, director,
and executive producer, was inspired to create "The
Goal" when a friend's son was injured. She watched how
old friends left and new friendships were built. "I
really saw how strong family was, and how much they relied on
their faith in God, and the miracles that were revealed. I
want people to be encouraged and uplifted by their
stories," said Rae.
Rae will be in Windsor,
Ontario for a special screening of “The Goal” at Calvary
Community Church at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 23. Rae will be
speaking and signing DVDs after the screening.
More information on
"The Goal" can be found at http://www.thegoal-movie.com.
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For Immediate Release
Contact: (720) 620-0536 Darla Rae
April 22, 2007
Denver Harlequins score Big
with The Goal! Win National Championship.
Chance Sumner wins MVP for National Tournament.
Denver-The Denver Harlequins Wheelchair Rugby Team all have a
lot to proud about these days. They won the National
Championship title Division 1 by beating Lakeshore
Alabama with a score 49-47 victory today in Louisville.
The entire team was voted to the all tournament team. Chance
Sumner won MVP. Chance Sumner and all the Harlequins can
be seen in the Multiple Award Winning feature film called The
Goal.
Darla Rae, director, writer, and producer of "The
Goal," and VP of the Denver Harlequins will be holding a
Congratulations celebration for The Denver Harlequins on Wed.
April 25th, starting from 4pm-6pm at Wingin It's in Centennial
on Quebec and County Line. Come by and meet the Harlequins in
person and support your National Champions!
To learn more about these amazing athletes and the film
visit www.thegoal-movie.com.
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For Immediate Release Contact:
Nicole Allen, PR Director
March 5, 2007
(720) 435-5138
"The Goal" Takes the World by
Storm
Independent Family Film Gains Strong Distribution in Asian Markets
Denver, CO (Billboard Publicity Wire) March 5, 2007 -- The award-winning feature
film, "The Goal," produced by Film It Productions (http://www.film-itproductions.com) has
done well in the United States since it was picked up for worldwide distribution
through Maverick Entertainment and is now starting to gain recognition throughout the world. The Colorado made independent family film has recently gained distribution in several countries including Taiwan, South Africa, and Canada. Negotiations are also underway for distribution in China.
"The Goal" chronicles the lives of two athletes who are on an adrenaline track, one to the Olympics and the other to the world of Pro Soccer. Steve and Jason cross paths while rebuilding their lives following severe accidents. They find hope through the sport of Quad Rugby.
Darla Rae, the film's writer, director, and executive producer, was inspired to create "The Goal" when a friend's son was injured. She watched how old friends left and new friendships were built.
"I really saw how strong family was, and how much they relied on their faith in God, and the miracles that were revealed. I want people to be encouraged and uplifted by their stories," said Rae.
"The Goal" truly is an inspirational family film. It has won several awards including the Golden Ten Award at the Mumbai International Film Festival in the Sports-Based Feature Film Category, which is one of the festival's highest honors.
"The Goal" also received four "doves" from The Dove Foundation. The Dove
Foundation was created to identify movies that are family friendly. For more information on The Dove Foundation visit
http://www.dove.org .
More information on "The Goal" can be found at http://www.thegoal-movie.com .
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For Immediate Release Contact:
Nicole Allen, PR Director
November 2, 2006
(720) 435-5138
“The
Goal” scores worldwide
Locally made small budget film wins big praise
Denver— “The Goal,” a feature film by
local filmmaker, Darla Rae has achieved more this year than
Rae every dreamed. Among the latest praise the “The Goal”
has received are the “Mention d’Honneur" and Regione
Lombardi awards from the International Jury of Sport
Movies and TV, 2006 at the 24th Milano International FICTS
Festival in Milan, Italy. The Milano International FICTS
Festival is sponsored by the International Olympic Committee.
Based on a true story, “The Goal” is an
uplifting dramatic feature film about two quadriplegic
athletes inspired to rebuild their lives by overcoming
obstacles on the court of Quad Rugby, a fast-paced sport which
is the only sport that was specifically designed for
quadriplegics. The film co-stars Jason Regier, a genuine
World Quad Rugby champion, who also serves as one of the
film’s executive producers.
This year, “The Goal” also received four
Dove Foundation “Family-Approved” seals, was awarded Best
Inspirational Film at Temecula Valley International Film
Festival, Golden Ten Award for Best Sports Based Feature Film
at Mumbai International Film Festival, and the Independent
Spirit Award at International Family Film Festival. The film
was also bought for United States and International television
and DVD distribution by Miami-based Maverick Entertainment
Group.
Steve and Jason are two talented and
goal-oriented athletes, brought together by tragic accidents.
With the help of their family and God, the young men start to
rebuild their lives. These two adrenaline junkies discover a
team sport worthy of their highly competitive spirit, Quad
Rugby. This sport is played by world-class athletes with
gladiator-like wheelchairs, and combines elements of
basketball, football and ice hockey. Quad Rugby used to be
called Murderball, because of the aggressive nature of the
game. The sport renews their spirits, and Steve and Jason
start to live life again, –a new life that is different not
over.
“I am so ecstatic about what is
happening with this film. It has always been my dream to be a
filmmaker, and my dream has come true. This is something that
I love doing and I hope it enables me to give others the way I
have always wanted to,” said Rae. “The Goal,” can be
rented at “Blockbuster”, and purchased online at
Blockbuster, Barnes and Noble, Circuit City, and Best Buy.
Some of the profits from “The Goal” will be put into a
fund to build a facility in the Colorado region for all
wheelchair athletes.
Although “The Goal” was released
nationally on DVD, copies of the film can be purchased on the
“The Goal” website at www.thegoal-film.com.
More information about wheelchair rugby can be found on the
website as well.
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October 28, 2006
For Immediate Release Contact:
Nicole Allen, PR Director
(720) 435-5138
Multiple Award
Winning Film “The Goal” to Benefit Gadsden Cultural Arts
Local talent Laura Dodd
featured in The Goal.
Gadsden—Filmmaker, Darla Rae met local talent Laura Dodd
at an acting competition in Los Angeles in 2003.They struck up a
conversation and have been friends ever since.
When Darla Rae called Laura up and asked if she had a song
that she could use for her movie “The Goal”,she was surprised at what
she heard. Laura sang her amazing song “Where Eagles Fear”. “I was so
blown away that I went back and rewrote some of my script to incorporate a
scene in which we could feature Laura and her song, but also some of
her personal story”.
Laura Dodd and Darla Rae have been traveling around
the country not only promoting The Goal but Laura’s cd release “Song
Bird”
“The Goal,” which can be rented at “Blockbuster”,
and purchased online at Blockbuster, Barnes and Noble, Circuit City, and
Best Buy, started out twelve years ago as a way to tell the story of how a
friend became a quadriplegic and how he overcame adversity through
wheelchair rugby and has become an inspiring story for many.
Darla Rae and Laura Dodd will be in town to raise funds for
Gadsden Cultural Arts programs on November 10th, 7pm 2006.
An intimate Screening of The Goal will be held at Mary G. Hardin center for
Cultural Arts at 501 Broad Street, Gadsden. The screening will be followed
by a live performance by Dodd and a Q&A with Rae.
Tickets can be purchased at the Cultural Arts Center. $3.00
for adults and $2.00 for children. Members are free.
Special signed dvd copies of “The Goal” and cd’s of
“Song Bird” will be sold for $20.00 and benefit the arts center.
Every person who purchases a copy of “The Goal” will be
entered into drawings for ipod’s which will be loaded with the three
original songs featured in The Goal, including Dodd’s song “Where eagles
Fear”.
Rae is still in awe over the big things that have happened
to her movie. The film has won several awards, been bought for television
and DVD distribution worldwide, released on DVD, and played limited release
screenings in Denver, Houston, and Michigan.
Rae said,” I always knew that this would be a good film,
but I never realized how much it would touch peoples hearts. I feel very
blessed. The whole purpose of The Goal is to give back to the community and
that’s why were here helping the Cultural Arts in Gadsden said Rae”
For more information call Cultural Arts at 256-543-2787 or
visit www.thegoal-movie.com
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For Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen, PR Director
October 19, 2006
(720) 435-5138
“The Goal” is released on DVD
Denver independent film is released nationally on DVD
Denver—Local filmmaker, Darla Rae’s feature film which
she wrote, directed, and produced, “The Goal,” was
released nationally on DVD on October 10, 2006 by Maverick
Entertainment. Maverick officially purchased the distribution
rights to the film for United States and international DVD and
television on May 31, 2006.
“The Goal,” which can be rented at “Blockbuster”,
and purchased online at Blockbuster, Barnes and Noble, Circuit
City, and Best Buy, started out twelve years ago as a way to
tell the story of how a friend became a quadriplegic and how
he overcame adversity through wheelchair rugby and has become
an inspiring story for many. It also has the potential to
raise awareness about quadriplegics as well as a fundraiser
for them. Some of the profits from “The Goal” will be put
into a fund to build a facility in the Colorado region for all
wheelchair athletes.
“I couldn’t believe what I saw when I walked into
Blockbuster the other day to rent a movie, and right there on
the shelf were two spaces for my film and one of the spaces
was empty. I think it is so cool to think that maybe even as I
am saying this, that someone is at home watching the film that
I made. My dream really has come true.” said Rae.
Rae is still in awe over the big things that have happened
to her movie. The film has won three awards, been bought for
television and DVD distribution, released on DVD, and played
limited release screenings in Denver and Houston. Future
theatrical releases include Michigan
Rae said,” I always knew that this would be a good film,
but I never realized how big it could truly be. I feel very
blessed.”
Although “The Goal” was released nationally on
DVD, copies of the film can be purchased on the “The Goal”
website at www.thegoal-film.com.
More information about wheelchair rugby can be found on the
website as well.
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For Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen
October 12, 2006
(720) 435-5138
Even The Difficult Times Tell A Great
Message
"The Goal has certainly portrayed this spiritual principle of life."
Pastor Richard Harper and his wife were privileged to a screening
of the full feature length movie The Goal. They were
amazed to have their emotions captured by the story. Especially with such tragic events at the beginning the
movie, the conclusion of The Goal sees the actors delighted and rejoicing to see how God had worked in the midst of a tragic event.
The Goal has portrayed life's reality. "Everything in our
live's is not good and is even
sometimes tragic." admits Pastor Harper. "However, when we trust God through all events of our life, He will
indeed cause everything to work together for our good (Romans 8:28)".
The Goal has certainly portrayed this spiritual principle of life.
Many members of the Gadsden area and from CrossPoint Community
Church have enjoyed seeing this movie, as director Darla Rae has
been there for screenings in support of local area charities and
organizations.
Question and Answer sessions follow many of the upcoming
showing in Alabama and Houston. Please call for interviews to be
booked directly with Darla Rae.
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For Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen
October 1, 2006
(720) 435-5138
The Goal Enjoyed and Recommended By LA
MovieGuide magazine says the "...THE GOAL has such a compelling story and big heart that it's well worth watching."
The Denver debut of "The Goal" had dignitaries from
near and far. One of the long distance travelers was Dr. Ted Baehr
of the noted Movieguide magazine.
Spending time with the director Darla Rae and other actors
during the VIP opening, Dr. Baehr had been looking forward to
seeing the movie, knowing the basic story and how long Darla had
been working on the project.
Dr. Baehr's review was good and says "since the movie was made to raise funds for various organizations concerned with quadriplegics, MOVIEGUIDE® urges people of faith and values to see THE GOAL."
Very important and pleased that Dr. Baehr finds the movie
worthy of his time and review.
"The Goal" now prepares to open in Alabama, Houston
and Michigan, where many people are looking forward to the
movies debut to support local organizations, quad rugby teams
and school organizations.
"A very busy schedule as I go to all these places, but
it's worth it to let everyone know that The Goal is here for
people to know that they can make it, whatever their challenges
are. And everyone has challenges, be they physical or
otherwise." Darla states. "This was my big dream and
others know through this that they can make it and have the guys
from the team also be their inspiration."
Question and Answer sessions follow many of the upcoming
showing in Alabama and Houston. Please call for interviews to be
booked directly with Darla Rae.
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For Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen
September 24, 2006
(720) 435-5138
The Goal wows viewers of all ages
Sold out premiere of locally made film
appeals to the whole family
Denver— The full length feature film, The Goal, premiered
September 22 in front of a sold out audience at Starz Film
Center. The Goal will continue to screen at Starz through
September 28. Show times for the film are 2:35, 5:00, 7:15 p.m.
with a question and answer session with the director and actors
following the 7:15 showing.
Audience member’s ages ranged from 5-85 and included a
group of 8-12 year-old athletes from the Colorado Fusion Soccer
program. The young athletes watched the film closely and
participated in the question and answer session after the film.
Local screenwriter, Karen Hemmerle, and The Goal director,
writer, and producer, Darla Rae, both thought that their
questions were very thought out. Rae said, “They had such
amazing questions. You could really tell they liked the
movie.”
The question and answer session continued for one hour after
the screening of the film. Following the question and answer
session, Darla Rae, Ryan Parker and Gale Grove signed DVDs for
the audience. “We only had so many that had been purchased in
advance, so we had to go get several additional copies for
audience members who wanted to purchase copies. They all waited
patiently as we signed them,” said Rae.
Michael Johnson, a film student from CU Boulder, thanked Rae
and her cast for making the film, and showing that individuals
with disabilities can still have relationships and can
contribute much to society if only given the chance. His wife
has had Muscular Dystrophy since her youth.
Rae’s company, Film It Productions, also provided tickets
to a family currently living the story of The Goal. Film It
Productions also provided the family with a DVD of The Goal so
they could show other family and friends. “I think they truly
enjoyed The Goal. This is what The Goal is all about. It's about
making a difference in people’s lives, no matter what the
situation,” said Rae.
Proceeds benefit the disabled community and
various non profit organizations. Tickets can be purchased
online at www.denverfilm.org
or at www.thegoal-movie.com
which benefit various groups and include a signed DVD of The
Goal.
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Maverick Entertainment Group, Inc. Announces the U.S. Video Release of “The Goal” – An Inspiring Exhibition of the Athletic and Human Spirit!
The Goal will be distributed under the Maverick Spirit label
FT. LAUDERDALE (August 25, 2006) - Maverick Entertainment Group Incorporated (MEG) announces the upcoming release of The Goal: An Inspirational Story, on October 10, 2006. Writer, director and executive producer, Darla Rae, delivers a compelling story of enduring faith in the face of adversity, with her debut feature film, The Goal: An Inspirational Story. Starring Ryan Parker, Jason Regier, Wendy Duncan and Gale Grove. Special appearance by the Denver Harlequin Wheelchair Rugby Team.
“It was so well done…heart wrenching, and even funny!” -Pastor Dave Luther, Grace Church
The Goal is an uplifting dramatic feature about two disabled athletes inspired to rebuild their lives by overcoming obstacles on the court …of Quad Rugby, a fast-paced sport designed for quadriplegics. Based on a true story, this awarding-winning inspirational drama features a genuine World Quad Rugby champion, Jason Regier, who co-stars as well as one of the film’s executive producers.
• Awarded Four Dove Foundation “Family-Approved” Seals
• Winner-Best Inspirational Film Category-11th Annual Temecula Valley International Film Festival
• Golden Ten Award Winner-Best Sports Based Feature Film Category-Mumbai International Film Festival
• Winner –Independent Spirit Award - 11th Annual International Family Film Festival
Steve (Ryan Parker) and Jason (Jason Regier) are two talented and goal-oriented athletes, one on track to the Olympics and the other to Pro Soccer. Tragic accidents bring them together. With the help of Family and God, the young men conquer the obstacles and challenges before them as they start to rebuild their lives.
These two adrenaline-rush junkies discover a team sport worthy of their highly competitive spirit, Quad Rugby. This sport is played by world-class athletes with gladiator-like wheelchairs, and combines elements of basketball, football and ice hockey. Quad Rugby is also known as Murderball because of the aggressive nature of the game. The sport renews their vigor, and Steve and Jason start to live life again, –a new life that is different not over.
“The Goal" … it’s about what we can do to help others. It’s a privilege to tell this story”, -Darla Rae, Director of The Goal: An Inspirational Story
About Maverick Spirit Label
Maverick Spirit premiered with the direct-to-video hit The Spirit of Comedy. Seeking to diversify the product line and offer customers more choices, the Maverick Spirit label helps fill the void in the inspirational genre. Providing up to 8 plus titles a year, Maverick Spirit recent films include, Pastor Jones, House of Grace, and the talent-driven film Man of Faith starring Hollywood heavy hitters Faye Dunaway, Robert Wagner, and Jill St. John.
In addition, Maverick Spirit has also partnered with talent Christopher "Play" Martin of the rap duo Kid 'n Play and Atlanta-based Amen Films to provide the inspirationally-driven live-performance film, Holy Hip Hop.
About Maverick Entertainment Group Incorporated
Maverick Entertainment Group Inc. (MEG) Maverick Entertainment Group is a leader in the domestic home video arena, specializing in the acquisition and distribution of Urban, Latino-theatrical, Horror and Christian genres. Founder and President Doug Schwab, a 26-year veteran in the film and distribution industry, has cemented the eight-year-old company as the leading entity for these fast growing markets with over 400 distributed films in the U.S. under the labels Maverick Platinum, Maverick Latino, Fusion Films, Creep FX and Maverick Spirit. Recent titles include such video hits as 30 Miles, Tears of Kali, My Big Phat Hip Hop Phamily, Murder on the Border and the must-see mobster flick This Thing of Ours.
View the trailer at www.maverick-spirit.com
For additional information, contact:
Denise Castillón
Marketing/Publicity
Maverick Entertainment Group
(561) 422-8811, ext. 208
dc@maverickenterainment.cc
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For Immediate Release Contact:
Nicole Allen (720) 435-5138
July 25, 2006
Multiple award winning film "The Goal" comes home
Denver theatrical release benefit area nonprofits that support those
with disabilities
Denver- The multiple award-winning feature film returns home to Colorado
for its theatrical premiere. The premiere is on September 22, 2006 at
Starz Film Center which is located in the Tivoli at 900 Auraria Pkwy,
Denver, CO 80204 -1894.
Darla Rae, director, producer, and writer of "The Goal" said, "The
journey has been a long hall. "From it's conception it's taken 12 years, but once we started filming
last year it took 15 days to shoot, 60 days to edit on a laptop, and won
three international film festival awards. We've been invited to Milan
Italy and the film was picked up by Maverick Entertainment for Worldwide
Distribution on DVD and television all in one year." Rae feels that giving back to the community that helped her make the
film is important. "It's simple really. The whole point of The Goal is
to give back," said Rae.
Several screenings of "The Goal" will benefit a Denver area nonprofit
organization. The 7:15 p.m. showing on September 22, will benefit The
Denver Harlequins Wheelchair Rugby team, who are featured in the film.
The 7:15 p.m. showing on September 23 will benefit the Pediatric Brain
Tumor Foundation. The 7:15 p.m. showing on September 24 and 25 will
benefit the Denver's Physically Handicapped Amateur Musical Actors
League (PHAMALy) because several of their actors are also featured in
"The Goal".
The cost for these screenings $20 for adults which includes a signed DVD, and students under 17 are $10.00. Tickets for these
benefits can be purchased online at www.thegoal-movie.com. There will
also be a question and answer session will the cast and crew immediately
following these showings.
"The Goal" also screens at 5 p.m. on September 22 through September 28.
"The Goal" will also be showing at 7:15 on September 26 through September 28. These showings are $8.50 for general admission, $6.50 for
senior citizens or matinee showings, and $5.50 for Denver Film Society
members. These prices do not include a DVD copy.
More information about "The Goal" and screening information can be found at www.thegoal-movie.com or www.DenverFilm.org.
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For
Immediate Release Contact: Nicole Allen
July 13, 2006 (720) 435-5138
Director
encourages possibility on and off screen
Local
filmmaker spreads hope through acting workshops using everyday scenarios
Denver—
Darla Rae of Film It Productions runs children's acting workshops that
give more to her students than a new skill. Her workshops also teach
children about understanding, respect, and the possibilities life can have
through everyday scenarios.
Rae
is very passionate about teaching and has said that it is something she
feels must be shared with the younger generations. “I try to teach these
workshops using examples that teach more that just acting. I want these
children to learn to be more tolerant and excepting of others all well as
gain self esteem,” said Rae.
Rae
not only teaches acting workshops, but has also written, directed, and
produced a full length feature film called, “The Goal.” The film
follows two up and coming athletes who suffer spinal cord injuries making
them quadriplegics. These two young men overcome their new obstacles and
find possibility through wheelchair rugby.
“The
Goal” has had several screenings and has been received very well. “It
was the poet Emily Dickenson who claimed, `I dwell in possibility…' To
see `The Goal' is to experience and excite possibility beyond and
definition or drama any poet has probed or pinned,” said Pastor Ron
Swenson.
For
Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen (720)435-5138
June 27, 2006
Big screen and big wins
Quad
Rugby athletes Jason Regier, Chance Sumner win with Team USA and
on film
Denver—Jason Regier and Chance Sumner have a lot to
take pride about these days. They and the rest of the North
American Wheelchair Rugby Paralympics Team USA recently won the
North America Cup and Canada Cup. Sumner and Regier, can also be
seen in the multiple award-winning feature film, “The Goal.”
Jason Regier, who plays “Jason” in the film,
was the inspiration behind the role. When Darla Rae, director,
writer, and producer of “The Goal,” met Jason she decided to
rewrite her script. “As I got to know Jason and his story, I
knew that it was one that needed to be shared. He is an amazing
athlete and has overcome many obstacles. Jason really is an
inspiration for us all, all of the guys on the team are.”
“The Goal” will be released this fall in select theaters
by Film It Productions and on DVD internationally by Maverick
Entertainment. To learn more about the film and these amazing
athletes visit www.thegoal-movie.com.
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For
Immediate Release
Contact: Nicole Allen, PR Director
June 1, 2006
(720) 435-5138
Maverick
Entertainment picks up “The Goal”
Local independent film is sold for DVD and television
distribution
Denver—Darla Rae’s
dream for the “The Goal,” the feature film she wrote,
directed, and produced, was realized when the contract between
herself and Maverick Entertainment became official on May
31,2006. Maverick purchased the distribution rights to the film
for United States and international DVD and television
distribution.
Maverick Entertainment was started in 1997 and has since
distributed over 350 straight-to-video films. Its international
division also became a success in May, 2006 with sales made at
the Cannes Market on the French Riviera.
“The
Goal” started out twelve years ago as a way to tell the story
of how a friend became a quadriplegic and how he overcame
adversity through wheelchair rugby and has become an inspiring
story for many. It also has the potential to raise awareness
about quadriplegics as well as a fundraiser for them. Some of
the profits from “The Goal” will be put into a fund to build
a facility in the Colorado region for all wheelchair athletes.
Not
only has “The Goal” been sold for distribution but it has
won awards at three film festivals including the Best
Inspirational Film award at the 11th Annual Temecula Valley
International Film/Music Festival in Temecula, California in
September, 2005, and the Independent Spirit Award at the 11th
Annual International Family Film Festival in Santa Clarita,
California in September, 2005.
“The Goal” also won the Golden Ten award in the Sports Based
Feature Film Category at the International Film Festival in Mumbai, India in March, 2006 which
gives the film an automatic entry into the 24th Milano
International FICTS Festival, held from 27 October to 1
November 2006 in Milan (Italy). “I always knew that this would
be a good film, but I never realized how big it could truly be.
I feel very blessed,” said Rae.
“The
Goal” will be released on DVD in late October by Maverick
Entertainment. Rae’s production company, Film It Productions,
will be releasing the “The Goal” in theaters in October as
well. Until October, copies of the film can be purchased on the
“The Goal” website at www.thegoal-film.com.
More information about wheelchair rugby can be found on the
website as well.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:Kenny Hosack, Administration,
303-789-8490,kosack@craighospital.org
cell 303-921-3371 or Jason Regier,
(303) 949-7640 or jregier7@msn.com
Denver quadriplegic named to U.S. Paralympics
Wheelchair Rugby National Team
Englewood, CO. May 31, 2006 Jason Regier (31) of Denver was named
this week to the 2006 U.S. Paralympics Wheelchair Rugby National Team.
Regier, a quadriplegic, was a patient at Craig Hospital in 1996 for
rehabilitation after a paralyzing injury interrupted a budding career in
professional soccer. Jason is captain of the local Denver Harlequins
Quad Rugby team and this was Jason's first ever selection to a World
Championship team. Regier volunteers at Craig on a regular basis with
new patients in the hospital's "Community Re-entry" therapy program.
Jason also helped recently produce a new movie called "The Goal" in
which he was also a leading actor. The Goal has won several awards in
film festivals and will be released to public theatres this fall.
http://www.thegoal-movie.com
Jason and the other eleven athletes on the team were named on May 28th
at the Lakeshore Foundation U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site in
Birmingham, AL. The team will represent the United States at the World
Championships in September in Christchurch, New Zealand. The team
includes:
James Gumbert Coach
Andy Cohn Phoenix, AZ
Will Grouix Portland, OR
Scott Hogsett Phoenix, AZ
Bryan Kirkland Leeds, AL
Bob Lujano Hoover, AL
Norm Lyduch Austin, TX
Seth McBride Juneau, AK
Steve Pate Kalispell, MT
Justin Patterson Salinas, CA
Jason Regier Denver, CO
Chance Sumner Colo Springs, CO
Mark Zupan Austin, TX
If you would like to interview or film Jason, he can be reached directly
on his cell at (303) 949-7640 or jregier7@msn.com
May, 2006 Rand-Scot Website
Movie to Raise Money for Disabled Teams
Darla Rae's recent film about the lives of two spinal cord injured quadriplegics through the acute stages of their respective accidents at Craig Hospital, located in Englewood, Colo., has to "goals" — entertainment value and fund raising. One of the objectives of "The Goal" is to raise funds to build a training facility that can house all the disabled athletic teams in Colorado as well as other disabled athletes from the Western United States.
"The Goal," written, directed, and produced by Rae, follows two athletes -- one on his way to the Olympics, the other on the path to professional soccer -- whose lives are changed forever when tragedy strikes and both men become quadriplegics. Both men overcome their circumstances and rebuild their lives with the help of wheelchair rugby.
Jason Regier, costar of "The Goal" said, "What I finally learned after my accident is that life isn't over, it's just different."
The movie has screened at the 11th Annual Temecula Valley International Film/Music Festival, 11th Annual International Family Film Festival in Santa Clarita, Calif., and International Film Festival in Mumbai, India. The film brought home awards from each film festival, including the Golden Ten Award in the Sports Based Feature Film Category, which entitles "The Goal" to a spot in the 24th Milano International FICTS Festival in October.
Individual screenings of "The Goal" can be set up as fund-raisers for other non-profits with $5 from each DVD purchase benefiting the hosting non-profit.
Rand-Scot's Saratoga Exercise Cycle® is shown in the film. The cycle is a true arm ergometer that features highly repeatable work settings that allow the athlete to track progress through the exercise regiment.
For more information, visit www.thegoal-movie.com.
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Overcoming odds
FILM|First-time feature director Darla Rae returns home from
an award-winning screening at The International Sport Movies
& TV Film Festival Festival in Mumbai, India, to show her
faith-infused tale of two young athletic men starting over after
severe spinal injuries. "The Goal" will have a sneak
preview where much of it was shot: the Craig Hospital gym. There
will be a Q&A session afterward.|6 p.m. Wednesday|Craig
Hospital, 3425 S. Clarkson St., Englewood; free, but RSVP by
sending e-mail to thegoal-movie.com or calling 720-620-0536.
April 12, 2006
For Immediate Release
Movie, “The Goal,” To Screen at Craig
Hospital
World renowned spinal cord injury hospital hosts screening of quad rugby
film
Englewood, Colo.-- A preview screening of the award
winning feature film, “The Goal,” will be held Wednesday,
April 26, 2006, 6pm at Craig Hospital gymnasium. A question and
answer session with cast and crew including Nashville recording
artist, Laura Dodd, and gold medal wheelchair rugby athletes
Jason Regier and Chance Sumner who did their rehabilitation at
Craig Hospital will follow the screening. Craig Hospital is
located at 3425 S. Clarkson in Englewood, Colorado, 80113.
“The Goal” was written, directed, and produced by Darla Rae
who felt that Craig Hospital was a perfect place for a preview
not only because they are leaders in spinal cord injury
rehabilitation and research, but because the facility was also
used for filming. The story follows two athletes, one on his way
to the Olympics, the other on the path to professional soccer.
Their lives are both changed forever when tragedy strikes and
both men become quadriplegics.
“The Goal” shows how both men overcome their
circumstances and rebuild their lives with the help of
wheelchair rugby. Jason Regier, costar of “The Goal” said,
“What I finally learned after my accident is that life isn’t
over, it’s just different.”
Previously, “The Goal” has only screened at the 11th
Annual Temecula Valley International Film/Music Festival, 11th
Annual International Family Film Festival in Santa Clarita,
California, and International Film Festival in Mumbai, India.
The film brought home awards from each film including the Golden
Ten Award in the Sports Based Feature Film Category which
entitles “The Goal” to a spot in the 24th Milano
International FICTS Festival in October, 2006.
Audience response to “The Goal” has been overwhelming.
“After one screening, I did a question and answer session and
a man stood up and told us that his daughter had suffered a
spinal cord injury and he thought everything was a lost cause.
But after seeing the film he had hope. People really get it.
That’s what our movie is about. Its hope,” said Rae.
One of the objectives for “The Goal” is to raise money to
build a training facility that can house all the disabled
athletic teams in Colorado as well as other disabled athletes
from the Western United States. Individual screenings of “The
Goal” can also be set up as fundraisers for other non-profits
with five dollars from each DVD purchase benefiting the hosting
non-profit.
For more information about wheelchair rugby, “The Goal,” or
to schedule a private screening visit www.thegoal-movie.com.
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