Screening Series Features Unreleased Socially Conscious Films Co-Hosted by TheWrap.com Editor-in-Chief Sharon Waxman and The Creative Coalition Executive Director Robin Bronk

Los Angeles (March 1, 2010) – TheWrap.com, the fastest growing news organization covering the business of entertainment and media, and The Creative Coalition, the premier nonprofit, nonpartisan social and public advocacy organization of the entertainment industry, are pleased to announce the 2010 Spotlight Initiative Screening Series.

On the heels of last year’s highly successful Oscar season screening series, the 2010 Spotlight Initiative Screening Series will showcase a collection of socially conscious films beginning in April 2010 in advance of the upcoming releases of these movies.

The 2010 Spotlight Initiative Screening Series will feature six pictures direct from major studios, Sundance and other film festivals. Each screening will conclude with an intimate dialogue with the filmmakers led by TheWrap.com Editor-in-Chief Sharon Waxman and Executive Director of The Creative Coalition Robin Bronk. 

“Partnering with The Creative Coalition to launch the 2010 Spotlight Initiative Screening Series is a powerful opportunity to reinforce TheWrap.com’s commitment to reaching out to our core readership while supporting individuals who drive social change through the medium of film,” said Sharon Waxman, Editor-in-Chief and Founder of TheWrap.com.

“The 2010 Spotlight Initiative Screening Series represents a highly impactful venue for advancing important domestic and global message amongst the ‘grasstops’ of the entertainment industry,” added Robin Bronk, Executive Director of The Creative Coalition. “It’s the mission of The Creative Coalition to leverage the influence and the platform of the entertainment industry to promote social welfare causes. One of the best ways to maximize this reach is to support films that will motivate the public. We’re thrilled to collaborate with TheWrap.com to spotlight films that shed light on key social issues affecting our global community.” 

To enter your film for consideration in the 2010 Spotlight Initiative Screening Series please send submissions to submissions@thewrap.com. 

About The Creative Coalition and The Spotlight Initiative:
The Creative Coalition (www.thecreativecoalition.org) is the premiere 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan social and public advocacy organization of the arts and entertainment community. Founded in 1989 by prominent members of the creative community, The Creative Coalition is dedicated to educating its members on issues of public importance and is headquartered in New York City.

The Spotlight Initiative was launched in 2008 by The Creative Coalition to support independent films with messages that make a positive difference in the world.

About TheWrap.com:
TheWrap.com (www.thewrap.com) is a unique primary news source focused on the business of entertainment and media. Offering its readers original reporting, exclusive contributions from industry readers and curated news from around the globe, TheWrap.com is led by award-winning journalist and author, Sharon Waxman. TheWrap.com editorial staff also includes veteran editors Lew Harris, as well as respected journalists Josef Adalian, Dylan Stableford, Steve Pond, Josh Dickey, Daniel Frankel and many others. The Wrap News, Inc. is backed by Maveron, a venture capital firm based in Seattle, Washington and co-founded by Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz and Dan Levitan. 

TheWrap.com, founded by award-winning journalist Sharon Waxman in late January 2009, has experienced phenomenal growth, reaching over 1 million unique visitors per month in less than a year. Seeing increased recognition and news sourcing, TheWrap.com continues to deliver on high-profile newsbreaks, investigative stories, and authoritative analyses, TheWrap.com fulfills its role as a reliable and independent source for media and industry professionals.  Visit www.TheWrap.com daily to stay abreast of the breaking industry news that matters most. 

Press Contacts:
Claire Gendel
The Rose Group
310-280-3710
Claire@therosegrp.com

Dennis St. Rose
The Creative Coalition
212-512-8570
DStRose@thecreativecoalition.org