10/8/04 : Beneath the Mississippi director and actor interviewed on KSUI 91.7fm / WSUI 910am.
Director Lonnie Schuyler, actor John Hazell and composer Patrick Hazell were interviewed by radio talk show host Ben Kieffer promoting the film, Beneath the Mississippi.” The film was the topic of conversation for an hour on the University of Iowa , public radio station KSUI 91.7fm / WSUI 910am. They discussed many aspects of the film including the partnership of Ronick Productions and Mississippi Films, the production process, the unique conditions the actors endured and post-production. In addition to the interview Patrick Hazell performed, giving a flavor of the “Beneath the Mississippi” musical score and soundtrack.

Please click here to visit the “Beneath the Mississippi” media page to listen to selections from the interview and samples of Patrick Hazell’s recent work. For more information or to request a complete recording of the interview, please contact David Reid at 818-704-7449 or dreid@ronickproductions.com

8/18/2004: Beneath the Mississippi ;
While Beneath the Mississippi continues its production schedule, editors have been hired to start batching and editing the scenes that have already been shot. This will allow Mississippi Films and Ronick Productions to finish the post-production phase by our end-of-the-year deadline.

6/04/2004: Beneath the Mississippi ; LOCAL PRESS
The Hawk Eye is the largest circulation newspaper in southeast Iowa. This is the page one story on the behind-the-scenes filming of Beneath the Mississippi, printed while the film cast and crew were on location in Iowa making the film. To read the article click here.

5/12/2004: Beneath the Mississippi begins shooting:
Production of the suspense psychological thriller Beneath the Mississippi began on May 12. Chicago exteriors were shot with the cast, followed by small town Iowa sequences in Burlington, Iowa. The crew then filmed the challenging under water sequences before heading to the river to shoot the bulk of the film. Director Lonnie Schuyler will direct the river portion of the film in sequence, as they actors essentially live the lives of their characters. The harsh conditions (50 degree water on 50 degree nights) and lack of facilities will take their toll on the actors. But the cast is up to the challenge, and in all cases signed on because of it. For scene clips and actor comments, click here.

4/15/2004 – Ronick signs agreement to co-produce Beneath the Mississippi
Ronick Productions and Mississippi Films have partnered to produce the full-length suspense thriller Beneath the Mississippi, written by Lonnie Schuyler and Jon Hazell and directed by Lonnie Schuyler. Ronick will have creative input on the script, and will distribute and market the finished film. Mississippi Films will shoot and edit the film. Production will be in Iowa in May and June of 2004, with a final edit to be completed by 2004 for domestic and international distribution.

3/26/2004 – Brian Hanson semi-finalist in Project Greenlight:
Brian Hanson, co-founder of Beachwood Pictures and director associated with Ronick Productions, was selected as a semi-finalist in the Director division of the Project Greenlight competition. Project Greenlight is an HBO and Bravo sponsored competition designed to help establish undiscovered talent within screenwriting and directing (http://projectgreenlight.liveplanet.com). For more information please contact David Reid at: 818-704-7449.

12/15/2003 – “At Home With Jean: Delete” in post-production:
Beachwood Pictures, in association with Ronick Productions, finished the principal shoot of the premier episode of “At Home With Jean” at Glendale Studios (Glendale, CA, Phone: 818-550-6000, www.glendalestudios.com) in front of a live studio audience on 12/7/2004. “At Home With Jean: Episode 1” features Delete®, which is a multi-purpose cleaning solution from Creative Products, Inc. “At Home with Jean,” stars Emmy Award-winning actress Jean Carol as the host who takes a live studio audience through exciting demonstrations and discussions of a variety of innovative and intriguing household products. For more information please contact David Reid at: 818-704-7449.

11/1/2003 – Steven Stiefel published in McSweeney’s Quarterly:
Founding partner of Ronick Productions, Steven Stiefel, received the distinct honor of having his original short story “Charities” published in McSweeney’s Quarterly (Volume 12) ( San Francisco, CA custservice@mcsweeneys.net). McSweeney's is a cutting-edge literary journal from David Eggers, author of "A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius." In it's brief tenure, McSweeney's has been cited for numerous honors, including Pushcart Prizes, Best American Short Story awards and O. Henry awards. Steven David Stiefel has worked extensively with many top Hollywood writers and producers, developing film and television projects through all phases of development from conception to final production. Steven is currently the Chief Creative Officer of Ronick Productions, Inc.

10/1/2003 – Beachwood Pictures partners with Ronick Productions:
Beachwood Pictures, a dynamic and creative production company, enters into a strategic partnership with Ronick Productions to develop financially viable multi-media products. This merger allows Beachwood Pictures to produce independent media projects ranging from low budget short films and features to higher profile projects geared for theatrical release. Currently, Beachwood Pictures is developing their first feature-length project and “At Home With Jean,” a half-hour product-driven television show, in association with Ronick Productions. For more information please contact David Reid at: 818-704-7449 with Ronick Productions and Tom Beckett at: 818-481-1160 at Beachwood Pictures.