tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69218320610061330052024-03-13T13:02:44.385-05:00Holyhills Newsholyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-48641545958675092582009-04-15T13:18:00.003-05:002009-04-15T13:42:29.301-05:00Cassandra Hollis Media and Public Appearances Winter/Spring 2009<strong>Date Venue/</strong><strong>Event/Media Outlet</strong><br /><br />January 13, 2009 Keynote Speaker - Cobb County Business and Arts Initiative<br /><br />January 19- 21, 2009 Documented Bus Trip to 2009 Presidential Inauguration<br /><br />January 23, 2009 Appeared as Guest on People TV<br /><br />February 5, 2009 Appeared as Guest on "Atlanta Live" Talk Show, WATC TV 57<br /><br />February 7, 2009 Opening Prayer and Introduced Keynote Speaker, Larry Poland of Mastermedia International, 7 Mountains of Culture Conference<br /><br />February 8, 2009 Guest on KISS 104 FM - Interviewed by Tawanda Black<br /><br />February 18, 2009 Premiered original choreographed piece at Black History Month Program, Friendship Community Church - Divine Dance Ministry<br /><br />February 22, 2009 Film Screening "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Part III" and Filmmaker Q & A, AAHSG Society<br /><br />March 22, 2009 Premiere screening of Bus Trip mini-documentary, Grounds Coffee House<br /><br />April 6, 2009 Yoga Presentation, City of Atlanta Health/Stress Fair<br /><br />April 12, 2009 Resurrection Sunday Dance Solo, Friendship Community Church<br /><br />April 22, 2009 Guest on CAU-TV show, Potpourri<br /><br />April 25, 2009 Divine Dance presents "I Still Say Yes," choreographed by Cassandra Hollis,<br /><br />Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academyholyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-68114416104272741022008-11-13T16:55:00.003-05:002008-11-16T01:09:50.325-05:00Fall 2008<div align="center"><span style="font-family:verdana;color:#ff0000;"><strong>Check out Holy Hill Highlights to see some of the Official Selections in Film Festivals for Holy Hill Films in 2008! What a Phenomenal, Historic Year!!</strong></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:verdana;color:#ff0000;"><strong>Have a Fantastic Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas and Happy 2009!</strong></span></div><div align="center"></div>holyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-55036540477369722252008-06-18T23:33:00.003-05:002008-06-18T23:53:23.416-05:00Spring/Summer 2008Great is the Lord! <em>Psalm 48:1</em><br /><br /><em></em><br /><br /><em>Here's What's Happening at Holy Hill:</em><br /><br /><em></em><br /><br /><em>- "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Part III"</em> will have its Atlanta Premiere at the Juneteenth Atlanta Film Showcase on Friday, June 20th at 1:15pm at the Auburn Avenue Research Library<br /><br /><br /><br />- Cassandra Hollis writes, produces and directs short film <em>"My Son Bailey" </em>on June 7, 2008. Stay tuned for more details...<br /><br /><em></em><br /><br /><em>-"The Altar"</em> premiered in Africa at the Zuma Film Festival in Abuja, Nigeria in May 2008!<br /><br /><br /><br />We'd love to hear from you! Contact <a href="mailto:info@holyhillproductions.com">info@holyhillproductions.com</a><br /><br /><em></em><br /><br /><em></em>holyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-39857734881608698512008-04-04T23:43:00.002-05:002008-04-05T00:11:26.700-05:002008 is Great!April already?<br /><br />Hello Holy Hill Family,<br /><br />It may look like its been a while since I posted but actually I sent a few news items that did not post for some reason..go figure. Hopefully, this update will.<br /><br />2008 has been phenonmenal!<br /><br />In January, I participated with the Intercessory Team at the Reclaiming 7 Mountains Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, January 24 - 26. God moved in a big way.<br /><br />In February, I spent two-days at North Greenville University in Greenville, SC for a film screening and speaking engagement. Over 300 students and faculty attended the Screening of "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Part III" on Feb. 12, and I was the Chapel Speaker the following morning, Feb. 13. I delivered a message entitled, "The Role of Christianity in the Underground Railroad Movement" to an audience of 2,000 +. It was a blessing sharing at the campus and I received many warm words of appreciation and accolades. God is good!<br /><br />In March, I traveled back to the beautiful Barbados for the third time! This time I was invited to share Co-Hosting duties at the 7th Annual Flame Awards with legendary Gospel Icon, Dr. Bobby Jones. The 7th Annual Flame Awards took place on Saturday, March 8. An audience of over 1,000 beautiful people celebrated the great talents of Gospel soloists and groups, and dance ministries during the 3 hour ceremony. Praise Academy of Dance won Artiste of the Year. It was a blessing to Co-Host the event with Dr. Jones and Celebrate the Arts for Jesus with my Bajan friends! <br /><br />And now 'tis Spring!<br />As you can see, this year is off to a great start for Holy Hill Productions. We are currently in post-production for our first documentary film, "This Far By Faith: Barbados Centenarians." Stay tunned..<br /><br />In HIM,<br /><br />Cassandraholyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-23650138578391198012008-02-01T12:41:00.000-05:002008-02-01T13:24:46.217-05:002008 is Great!<a href="http://www.holyhillproductions.com/uploaded_images/Boat-798010.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://www.holyhillproductions.com/uploaded_images/Boat-798004.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />Celebrate Black History Month with Holy Hill's UGRR Film Series!<br /><br /><br />MATTIE, JOHNNY AND SMOOTH WHITE STONES: PARTS I, II & III<br />Each film is a Program of the National Park Service Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program.<br /><br />This Film Series is an excellent choice for school groups, museums, libraries, community and church events. Visit our Online Store to order your copies. <br /><br />Join Award-Winning Filmmaker/Actress Cassandra Hollis for a two-day presentation at North Greenville University in Greenville, SC. Film Screening, Feb. 12, 6:30pm; She will speak about the role of Christianity in the UGRR Movement, Feb. 13, 10:00am in the chapel.<br /><br />Click For More Info<a href="http://web.mac.com/stevecrouse/Site/Welcome.html"></a>holyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-1986884676318943282007-09-12T16:13:00.000-05:002007-09-12T21:19:41.618-05:00Cassandra Hollis Invited to Join Panel at International Black DocuFilm FestAtlanta, GA September 2007. Last month Award-winning filmmaker Cassandra <br />Hollis taught a filmmaking workshop in Barbados. On Labor Day weekend, Hollis <br />traveled to Ontario, Canada for the World Premiere of the third installment <br />of her short film series about the Underground Railroad. With a focus on <br />Family friendly and Faith-based films, this innovative indie filmmaker found <br />a global audience. On Friday, September 14, 2007, Cassandra will be a panelist at the International Black DocuFest in Atlanta, Georgia at the High Museum of Art Walter C. Hill Auditorium located at 1280 Peachtree St., at 6pm, for a conversation with other international filmmakers. The event is free to the public.<br /><br />Hollis gave students an opportunity to work with her on a real film project <br />during the filmmaking workshop that was part of the international arts <br />symposium and conference in Barbados. <br /><br />Holy Hill Productions recently completed a trilogy of films about a slave couple’s escape on the Underground Railroad. <em>Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Parts I & II</em> were both selected as Programs of the National Park Service Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. <em>Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Part III</em> continued the freedom seeking couple’s journey of escape into Canada and features an actual Black Settlement, The Elgin Settlement. Hollis said the story of the Underground Railroad is not complete without including Canada’s <br />role. <br /><br />Cassandra will discuss these projects and other issues related to international <br />filmmaking with other panelists at the International Black Docufest. For more information contact: info@holyhillproductions.com<br /><br /> ###holyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-53077911825186010962007-08-09T15:15:00.000-05:002007-08-10T10:41:28.704-05:00Cassandra Hollis Back from Barbados!Wow! I am back in Atlanta after spending a wonderful week in Barbados for the 2007 Kingdom Arts Symposium. It was such a blessing to Praise the Lord and fellowship with Dancers, Ministers, Artists, etc. from all over the Caribbean..the world. Praise God!<br /><br />I taught a filmmaking workshop in which I gave my students an opportunity to work with me on a real film. STAY TUNED for More on that project coming soon!!<br /><br />Shouts out and thank you to Marcia and Dave for your warm hospitality and warm hearts; to Tasman, Marc and Renae for all the laughter and fun; to the Praise Academy of Dance Team who took good care of us; to my El Retreat compadres; hey Cameron, hi Auntie Mary; great working with you Robert!; to all the special people I met and all the people of Barbados! May the Lord continue to Bless you richly is my prayer.<br />..I'll be back :D<br /><br />Love and Blessings,<br /><br />Cassandraholyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-30884659759739584452007-04-19T23:20:00.000-05:002007-05-04T12:18:52.214-05:00Cassandra Hollis Upcoming AppearancesApril 29, 2007<br />GABPC, Georgia Big Picture Conference<br />Atlanta, Georgia<br />Featured Panelist: Independent & Documentary Filmmaking Panel<br /><br />May 3, 2007<br />National Day of Prayer<br />Atlanta, Georgia<br />Cassandra is Director of the Atlanta Chapter of the Hollywood Prayer Network (ATL HPN). She was invited to pray for the Media, Hollywood and the Entertainment industry at the state capitol National Day of Prayer event. Contact: atlhpn@yahoo.com<br /><br />June 2, 2007<br />Mahogany Row Event for Youth: Uncovering the Plight of The Homeless in America<br />Evansville, Indiana<br />"The Altar" screening and Q & A with Award-Winning Filmmaker Cassandra Hollis and Renowned Actress and Homeless Advocate Elisabeth Omilami<br /><br />August 2 - 7, 2007<br />International Arts Symposium <br />Cassandra will be present at special screenings of all of her films; participate in panel discussions and discuss Faith in Cinema and Hollywood.<br /><br />September 3, 2007 - Labor Day<br />International Premiere of "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Part III"<br />Ontario, Canada<br />More Details coming soon!<br /><br />For more information about Cassandra Hollis' speaking engagements and/or to submit invitation, contact: info@holyhillproductions.comholyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-13884349798191230492007-03-07T16:17:00.000-05:002007-03-07T16:52:28.942-05:00Award Winning Filmmaker Cassandra Hollis Featured in Popular MagazinesPopular Atlanta-based magazine, <em><strong>Home and You</strong></em>, featured Filmmaker/Actress Cassandra Hollis in its Special Black History edition,"Born In Slavery: The Untold Stories", February 2007. In the feature article on page 22, "Filmmaker Dedicates DVD Series to the Underground Railroad," Cassandra talks to Xina Sy about her experiences writing, producing, directing and starring in the nationally recognized dvd series, "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Parts I, II & III."<br />Download the article here: <a href="http://www.holyhillproductions.com/Home & You article.pdf">C%3A%5CMy%20Documents%5CHome%20%26%20You%20article.pdf</a> <br /><br />Also, check out the March 2007 edition of <em><strong>Black Enterprise</strong></em> magazine. Cassandra wrote a Letter to the Editor commending the magazine for its December 2006 feature, "Reel Prophets" about Black Hollywood and they published the letter in the March issue, "Top 50 Hollywood Power Brokers"!<br />You will find her "shout out" on page 20...Hooray for Hollywood..and Holy Hill!holyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6921832061006133005.post-65350667186319341572007-02-11T00:34:00.000-05:002007-02-11T01:00:01.228-05:00Celebrate Black History Month With Holy HillHi Everyone,<br />I just love the responses from the youth who come out to the screenings of "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Parts I & II." Today, we screened the films at Adams Park Library in Atlanta and in the audience were three bright young ladies who asked the most amazing questions! Finally, after addressing them all and letting them know about the upcoming sequel, one of the girls asked me, "So what was it like (for you) being a slave?" ...priceless<br /><br />Hey - if you're in the Atlanta area come out and Celebrate Black History Month with us at one of the screenings listed below. In the meantime, let me know how you're celebrating this month.<br /><br />Peace and Blessings,<br />Cassandra<br /><br />Join Award-winning filmmaker Cassandra Hollis throughout the month of February for special Free Film Screenings of "Mattie, Johnny and Smooth White Stones: Parts I & II" at the following Atlanta-Fulton County Public Libraries!<br /> <br />DATE: Saturday, February 10, 2007<br />TIME: 1:00 - 2:30 pm<br />LOCATION: Adams Park Library, 2231 Campbellton Rd., <br />404-752-8763<br /><br />DATE: Tuesday, February 13, 2007<br />TIME: 3:00 - 4:30 pm<br />LOCATION: Adamsville Park Library, 3424 M L King Dr. SW, <br />404-699-8959<br /><br />DATE: Wednesday, February 21, 2007<br />TIME: 5:30 - 7:00 pm<br />LOCATION: SW Regional Library, 3665 Cascade Rd., <br />404-699-6363<br /><br />DATE: Thursday, February 22, 2007<br />TIME: 4:30 - 6:00 pm<br />LOCATION: Adams Park Library, 2231 Campbellton Rd., <br />404-752-8763<br /> <br />Cassandra will be available at each film screening to discuss the films. You can also purchase or order your copy at the screenings.holyhillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07259415416568362552noreply@blogger.com1