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Embracing the glitz and glamour of big city culture is the captivating routine that many thriving lifestyle entrepreneurs enjoy as they flourish in their careers. But former fashion executive-turned-filmmaker, Emanuele Della Valle, is powerfully proving that observing affluent culture isn’t the only way to inspire enthralling work. The first-time feature film writer and director has […]

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Director Emanuele Della Valle lays neo-noir atmosphere on thickly in his debut feature set in the desolate New Jersey coastal towns south of Atlantic City. The tale of a troubled cop (is there any other kind?) attempting to get his life back together, the film boasts an unfortunate timeliness given that one plot element involves a menacing hurricane heading toward the Jersey shore. But that’s not enough to prevent the rest of it from feeling terribly familiar. Despite a strong performance by the charismatic Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (HBO’s Oz, ABC’s Lost) in a welcome leading role, Wetlands mostly comes up dry.

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Wetlands Director: Emanuele Della Valle Written by: Emanuele Della Valle Cast: Adewale Akinnuove-Agbaje, Heather Graham, Jennifer Ehle, Anthony Mackie, Christopher McDonald, Reyna de Courcy Screened at: Critics’ link, NYC, 9/6/17 Opens: September 15, 2017 “Wetlands” is not the only police drama cast amid the waves and sands of Atlantic City. “Boardwalk Empire,” featuring most scenes […]

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"Keep to yourself, mind your own business, because this is the last stop for you." A trailer has arrived for an indie crime drama titled Wetlands (not to be confused with the German *** comedy of the same name), which is hitting theaters in a few weeks. From first-time director Emanuele Della Valle, this stars Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (from Get Rich or Die Tryin', G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra, Thor: The Dark World, Trumbo, Suicide Squad) as a top cop from Philly who finds himself working in a precinct in the Wetlands, the no-man's land surrounding Atlantic City, New Jersey. There he mixes with locals before the infamous hurricane arrives and threatens to destroy lives. The full cast includes Heather Graham, Jennifer Ehle, Anthony Mackie, Christopher McDonald, Rob Morgan, Lauren Lavera, Sean Ringgold, Louis Mustillo, Tyler Elliot Burke, Pamela Dunlap, and Barry Markowitz. This looks solid, but not sure. Take a look.

Exclusive: Veteran villain Christopher McDonald, a familiar face this season as vindictive Judge John Schakowsky on CBS’ finalizing series The Good Wife, has landed a couple of plums — one on screen, the other on Broadway. He’s filming now writer-director Emanuele Della Valle’s Wetlands, described as a noirish film starring Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje. The story revolves around Babel “Babs” Johnson, who is attempting to rebuild his life in bleak Atlantic City and win back…...

Start off spring the right way: with an exciting audition! Below are four of our hottest casting notices, including two theater and two on-screen opportunities. “On Your Feet!” BROADWAYGet up and make it happen! The Broadway production of “On Your Feet!”, currently running at the Marquis Theatre, will be casting ensemble singers and dancers for future replacements. The musical follows the remarkable careers of Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Auditions are April 1 in New York City. “Wetlands”Heery-Loftus Casting is searching for actors to play Jersey Shore residents in the upcoming film “Wetlands.” The movie will feature Anthony Mackie as a businessman who moves to Atlantic City in pursuit of a fresh start. Submissions are being accepted out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the paid project will shoot on April 11 in the south Jersey Shore area. “Dirty Dancing”Here’s a chance to work with Abigail Breslin and Debra Messing! ABC is...