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Trial Delay Sought in Case of ‘Uncle Fester,’ Notable Meth Guide Author, Amid Additional Evidence Testing

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Green Bay, Wis. – The trial of Stephen Preisler, who is facing multiple drug manufacturing and delivery charges, may be postponed to allow further evidence testing. Preisler, also known by the pseudonym “Uncle Fester,” is well-known for authoring books on creating substances such as ricin and methamphetamine. The 66-year-old was arrested in July after a search of his home on Baird Street, leading to his initial charges. Since that time, his legal troubles have escalated with additional accusations including drug possession and bail jumping. His trial was originally set for March 11. This Monday, Preisler’s … Read more

Sundance 2025 Closes with a Flourish: ‘Cactus Pears’ Wins Grand Jury Prize Among Notable Global Honorees

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Park City, Utah – The Sundance Film Festival, which took place from January 23 to February 2, 2025, has once again highlighted a diverse and vibrant array of cinematic talent from around the globe. This year’s festival ended with a grand awards ceremony at The Ray Theatre, where filmmakers from every corner of the world gathered to celebrate the art of cinema. Rohan Parashuram Kanawade’s “Cactus Pears” won the Grand Jury Prize in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition. The film, a collaborative venture between India, the UK, and Canada, tells the tale of Anand, who, … Read more

2025 Sundance Festival Celebrates Global Indie Cinema with Notable Award Winners

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PARK CITY, Utah — The curtain has closed on the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, a pinnacle celebration of independent cinema from across the globe. This year marked the festival’s 41st edition, where over 150 films were showcased, attracting attendees from the world of film to the snowy climes of Utah. Among the highlights was the U.S. Dramatic Competition’s Grand Jury Prize winner, “Atropia,” directed by Hailey Gates. The Iraq War satire explores the complex emotions of an aspiring actress entangled within military role-playing drills. The film’s star, Alia Shawkat, highlighted the organic nature of the … Read more

Hailey Gates’ ‘Atropia’ Scores Top Dramatic Honors at Sundance 2025, Amidst a Strong Field of Debut Features and Notable Performances

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Park City, Utah – The 2025 Sundance Film Festival culminated with “Atropia,” the directorial debut of Hailey Gates, receiving the U.S. Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic. Gates’ feature, set against a fabricated military training base rather than an actual war zone in Iraq, made a significant impact and lifted her into the spotlight at this year’s festival. Meanwhile, James Sweeney’s “Twinless” not only captivated the audience, earning the Audience Award: U.S. Dramatic, but also celebrated Dylan O’Brien’s performance with a U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Acting. The festival, an annual convergence for creatives and industry … Read more