DENVER, Jan. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Moviegoers
will soon get the chance to dive deeper into creation, appreciate
the wonders of the animal kingdom and discover the world around us
on the big screen. "The Riot and the Dance" is a nature
and science documentary showcasing the vast and beautifully
intricate planet on which we live. The documentary focuses on some
of the world's celebrity critters (megafauna), while also drawing
attention to some of the often-overlooked inhabitants of the
everyday. From slugs to hummingbirds, vipers to elephants, Dr.
Gordon Wilson attempts to open
eyes to the glory of creation.
Fathom Events and Gorilla Poet Productions present "The Riot
and the Dance" in movie theaters nationwide on Monday, March 19 at 7:00
p.m. local time. Audiences will also experience an in-depth
panel discussion with Dr. Wilson and other experts. Dr. Wilson has
a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Public Policy and is a Senior
Fellow of Natural History, responsible for the New Saint Andrews College's Natural History
Colloquium and science electives. In addition to writing "The Riot
and the Dance: Foundational Biology," he is a regular contributor
at "Answers in Genesis."
Tickets for "The Riot and the Dance" can be
purchased online by visiting www.FathomEvents.com or at
participating theater box offices. Fans throughout the U.S. will be
able to enjoy the event in nearly 750 select movie theaters through
Fathom's Digital Broadcast Network (DBN). For a complete list of
theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website
(theaters and participants are subject to change).
"We are thrilled to share 'The Riot and the Dance' through
Fathom Events," Director N.D. Wilson
said. "After three years of production, Fathom was always the
distribution partner we hoped for; Their track record shows that
they understand the market as a whole and their unique model makes
them an ideal ally for content creators of all sorts. We hope this
event opens eyes and inspires audiences to truly marvel at the
incredible creation that surrounds us all."
A cinematic experience intended for the big screen, "The Riot
and the Dance" celebrates a wide variety of ingeniously
designed creatures from around the world in a way that will
fascinate audiences of any age. In the documentary, biologist
Dr. Gordon Wilson traverses
our planet, sharing nature's masterpieces everywhere from the
jungle, to the desert, to his own back yard. Through powerful
narration and a vividly powerful visual experience, audiences will
develop a greater understanding of and appreciation for the world
around us.
"Fathom is thrilled to present this inspiring cinema event with
Gorilla Poet Productions," Fathom Events VP of Programming Kymberli
Frueh said. "Our audiences have shown a strong passion for stories
of creation and the opportunity to enjoy them together in a big
screen environment."
For artwork/photos related to "The Riot and the Dance,"
visit the Fathom Events press site.
About Fathom Events
Fathom Events is the leading event cinema distributor with
participating theaters in all 100 of the top Designated Market
Areas®, and ranks as one of the largest overall
distributors of content to movie theaters. Owned by AMC
Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC), Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK)
and Regal Entertainment Group (NYSE: RGC) (known collectively as AC
JV, LLC), Fathom Events offers a variety of one-of-a-kind
entertainment events in theaters such as live performances of the
Metropolitan Opera, top stage productions including Newsies! The
Broadway Musical and George Takei's
Allegiance, major sporting events such as Mayweather vs. McGregor,
epic concerts with artists like Grateful Dead and Dixie Chicks, the
yearlong TCM Big Screen Classics series, inspirational events such
as Steve McQueen: American Icon and
In Our Hands, and beloved anime titles like Princess Mononoke and
Spirited Away. Fathom Events takes audiences behind the scenes for
unique extras including audience Q&As, backstage footage and
interviews with cast and crew, creating the ultimate VIP
experience. Fathom Events' live digital broadcast network ("DBN")
is the largest cinema broadcast network in North America, bringing live and pre-recorded
events to 897 locations and 1,387 screens in 181 DMAs. For more
information, visit www.fathomevents.com.
About Gorilla Poet Productions
For the past decade, Idaho-based
Gorilla Poet Productions has been focused on crafting cinematic
offerings that inspire, entertain, and educate. Since their first
documentary, "Collision," in 2008, Gorilla Poet has been involved
in everything from commercial production to experimental shorts. In
2016, they released their first feature film, "The River Thief," in
theaters. They are currently in production on two documentaries, an
animated TV series for Netflix, and are in development on their
next feature film with Lionsgate. For more information, visit
www.GorillaPoet.net.
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