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07/15/2022

The indispensable Leyna McCord is winding down her time at Picturebox to explore the world outside our little office. But before she goes, there’s plenty of time for frozen margaritas!

08/20/2020

Over the past few weeks Mike has had the chance to work on a new doc short, DRESS REHEARSAL, which debuts tonight leading into the DNC.

For the final night of the Democratic National Convention, Pod Save America has built a live pre-show special around the film. You can watch it by tuning in at 7pm CT or by pre-renting the film for free on the Alamo Drafthouse's gorgeous new Alamo on Demand streaming platform, where you can watch it tonight or anytime.

What's it about? When the coronavirus shut down the battleground state of Wisconsin 26 days before a crucial statewide election this spring, progressive organizers pivoted on the fly to overcome unprecedented challenges. By mounting a massive mail-in ballot campaign through digital organizing, they overcame voter suppression efforts that weaponized the pandemic -- and ultimately pulled off a stunning upset victory in a race both parties saw as a dress rehearsal for November.

It's hard not to feel hopeful about winning Wisconsin in November after watching this short -- and you'll leave the film inspired and equipped to do what you can from home to impact this election in the 75 days that remain.

Hope you enjoy it!

Every tie-dye kit is sold out until 2021, so we did the job for you! Now you can focus on the important things (like getting the word out about requesting a vote by mail ballot).

08/04/2020

04/28/2020

We were proud to work with Karen Bernstein and Nevie Owens on their fantastic documentary I'm gonna make you love me and we were really looking forward to screening it at SXSW this year. Now, thanks to Amazon, we and you and everyone else can watch this terrific biography as part of their 2020 SXSW Film Festival Collection - check it out at Amazon Prime Video!

I'm gonna make you love me, directed by Karen Bernstein, is a tragi-comedic tale of one man’s search for self-acceptance, a journey that included tabloid celebrity, Tupperware parties, and two coming-outs — first as a straight woman, then as the gay man he was born to be.

Watch now on Amazon Prime Video: ow.ly/yEAD50zpZO2

12/20/2019

All of us at Picturebox want to wish you a happy and healthy holiday season and new year!

Cheers!
Leyna, David, Mike and Kevin

11/11/2019

NYC friends! Looking for something cool to do this week? The documentary we co-produced, I’m Gonna Make You Love Me, premiered to a sold out audience last Thursday at the DOC NYC Festival, and has additional screenings tonight and Thursday! Directed by our good friends Karen Bernstein and Nevie Owens, with GFX and title design by our very own Mike Nicholson.

You can grab tickets and more info here ---> https://www.docnyc.net/film/im-gonna-make-you-love-me/

11/04/2019

This past weekend Parkland Hospital hosted "An Evening for Heroes" honoring first responders from the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. We're proud to have produced two videos featured at the event, telling the stories of two women involved in terrible accidents. Thanks to the quick actions of first responders and the trauma staff at Parkland, both women are recovered and living full lives today. Enjoy these remarkable stories!

Heroes can be big or small, obvious or quiet, providing inspiration and hope to the people they meet every day. At Parkland heroes can be found in first resp...

10/11/2019

Excited to announce the new season of The Small Business Revolution premiered this week! Season 4: Searcy, AR!

Picturebox is thrilled to be part of such a meaningful show. Getting to work with such lovely people, in front of and behind the camera, is just one of the perks of this project; regularly eating at Whilma's Filipino Restaurant is certainly another! Check it out on Hulu, Amazon Prime, and SmallBusinessRevoultion.org.

https://www.deluxe.com/small-business-revolution/main-street/season-four/

In Season 4 of our original series, we give Searcy, Arkansas & 6 of its small businesses a $500,000 revitalization.

09/18/2019

Back at Parkland Hospital - working with courageous people to convey their journey in a meaningful and creative way. Stay tuned!

07/01/2019

David Layton and other wonderful humans on the SBR team have been busy filming the upcoming season of The Small Business Revolution over the last few months - and boy has it taken us to new heights!

03/07/2019

Ever been frustrated by electronics?
(of course!)

Ever dreamt of destroying one with a sledgehammer?
(yes!)

Watching this video we made for Optiva might be therapeutic for you.

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02/08/2019

Looking to expand your family by adding a furry friend? Watch this video and make an informed decision thanks to Bailing Out Benji. Picturebox had a great time working on this new animated spot for the non-profit organization. And we'd like to give a special shoutout to our talented design/animation collaborators Theartof Kara Hemsworth and Lauren Dumasius!

01/18/2019

Another year, another Moontower Comedy - This time with alien abductions!
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Check out the video we made announcing some of the comedians joining this years fest! And don't forget to grab your badges at http://www.austintheatre.org/moontower-comedy/moontower-purchase/
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12/21/2018

From our crew to yours, Happy Holidays!

12/14/2018

Testing out a new dress code while on set with our friends at HCB Health + Alcon this week.

12/04/2018

Starting to wonder if David Layton does recon for Santa this time of year, he's always got his eye on someone...

10/19/2018

Dinosaurs, rocket ships, indoor campsites...the Hondo Public Library children's area has it all (perfect for these rainy days)! We're all staying dry on location shooting footage for the WIC program.

10/09/2018

Happy to announce that the full 3rd Season of The Small Business Revolution is now online!

David Layton and the rest of the Picturebox crew are proud to be a part of this project, and think you'll enjoy it as much as we do. Congrats to our pals at Flow Nonfiction and Deluxe Corporation for another inspiring season! Watch now!

https://www.deluxe.com/small-business-revolution/main-street/season-three/

In Season 3 of our original series, we give Alton, Illinois & 6 of its small businesses a $500,000 revitalization.