Day: February 23, 2021

Award-winning documentary After the Murder of Albert Lima

The Video on Demand release of the documentary After the Murder of Albert Lima is set for Thursday, March 18, 2021. Photo: google

The award-winning documentary After the Murder of Albert Lima tells the story of a son obsessed with capturing his father’s killer. Paul Lima has spent over a decade seeking justice for his slain father, Albert. Though convicted, Albert’s murderer has remained free in Honduras. After years of the legal system failing him, Paul takes the unorthodox step of hiring two bounty hunters to travel with him to Honduras to track down and capture his father’s killer. This riveting, and, at times, darkly comedic documentary explores both the importance of family and the dangers of taking the law into your own hands. This Crackle original will be premiering exclusively on Crackle in the US on Thursday, March 18, 2021. (EG-PR, 2021)

Documentary features: running time: 97 minutes/ Language: English / Country: USA, Honduras. Director: Aengus James, Executive Producers: Van Toffler, Floris Bauer, Jude Harris, Meredith Vieira; Producers: Amy Rapp, Aengus James, Colin King Miller, Paul Lima. A Gunpowder & Sky/This is Just a Test/Meredith Vieira Productions Production
Official Selection: DOC NYC, Woodstock Film Festival and many more.

Aengus James is an award-winning filmmaker and television producer. His recent works include Scandalous (Magnolia, CNN, BBC), the untold story of The National Enquirer, Undercover Billionaire (Discovery), and the GLAAD Media Award-winning I Am Jazz. Aengus began his career serving as Barry Levinson’s cinematographer in Poliwood. After the Murder of Albert Lima follows Aengus’ directorial debut and IDA award nominated documentary comedy American Harmony. He has created and directed content for global brands and non-profits, and his work has received numerous honors including special recognition from the White House and the United Nations for raising awareness on issues including veterans’ mental health and women’s healthcare around the world. Aengus is the co-founder and head of This is Just a Test.

Crackle Plus owns and operates ad-supported VOD networks Crackle and Popcornflix and garners 50 million streams of its movies and TV shows per month, making it one of the largest AVOD streaming platforms in the U.S. Crackle Plus has over 80,000 hours of content available across all its networks, and premieres at least one original and one exclusive program each month, differentiating it from other AVODs.

Texas Hill Country road trip: The JL Bar Ranch, Resort & Spa

The JL Bar Ranch, Resort & Spa is a luxurious yet rugged destination for a Texas Hill Country road trip. Photo: JL Bar Ranch Resort & Spa, used with permission.

With road trip travel continuing to gather steam in 2021, Americans have the unique opportunity to rediscover their own backyard. One stop to consider for an epic Texas road trip is the luxurious yet rugged JL Bar Ranch Resort & Spa. (JL Bar Ranch Resort & Spa, 2021)

Nestled among the sloping hills of Sonora, JL Bar Ranch Resort & Spa offers unmatched luxury in the Texas Hill Country. The 32-room boutique resort just a few hours away from major Texas cities boasts standalone accommodations on the sprawling 13,000-acre property. With wide-open space and conveniently located near Texas Wine Country and the iconic Sonora Caverns – JL Bar is perfect for cross-country road-trippers looking to refuel and recharge. The resort is also ideal for those seeking an extended stay that immerses them in all things Texas with activities and amenities including:

Luxury Cabins & Cottages: The JL Bar Ranch boasts 16 standalone luxury cabins and 16 spacious guest rooms with premium amenities, as well as the new Archer’s Nest Villa, a stunning six-bedroom villa that accommodates up to 12 guests and has a private swimming pool, outdoor kitchen, and a full home theatre. The resort also has “drive-up” style rooms with private golf carts available, perfect for a naturally distanced getaway.

Hill Country Adventures: From a full equestrian program featuring horseback riding and a horse psychology experience to off-road ATV adventures, a Putting/Chipping Green, weekend yoga, wine tasting, and clay and skeet shooting, JL Bar Ranch’s slew of activities and programming take place primarily outside for the ultimate ‘safecation’ escape.

Cowboy Cookout: The culinary team at JL Bar Ranch has designed a decadent and interactive social distancing-approved dining experience with its new Cowboy Cookout. Guests can take in the Texas Hill Country views with a horseback ride to the property’s cookout camp, enjoy cocktails and snacks as the culinary team prepares a lavish steak dinner, and relax to country music while soaking in the magnificent sunset.

Relax & Recharge: To balance its outdoorsy and adventure programming, JL Bar Ranch guests can
unwind and practice self-care at the property’s full-service spa, which offers luxurious massages and spa treatments alongside a full nail/salon menu.

Black Restaurant Week San Antonio 2021

Black Restaurant Week is taking place from February 21 to 28 to benefit the community and black owned restaurants. Photo: San Antonio Food Bank, used with permission.

Black Restaurant Week San Antonio (BRWSA), Tim Duncan Foundation and Spurs Give are joining efforts to support the San Antonio Food Bank through donations and a matching effort. BRWSA is February 21-28 with more than 30 Black-owned restaurants, food trucks, and businesses participating this year. (San Antonio Food Bank, 2021)

Each restaurant will have a featured special on the menu that will serve as a give-back for the week and for each one purchased, BRWSA participants will give back 21 meals to kids and seniors facing hunger. In addition, the Tim Duncan Foundation and Spurs Give have each pledged $100,000 to the Food Bank, funding 1.4 million meals to help feed those in need.

Visit the full list of participating restaurants on the Black Restaurant Week San Antonio website. Curbside and delivery options will also be available to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches into its second year, families continue to face hunger, many for the first time. This partnership strives to help feed those with the greatest need, while also raising awareness for locally Black-owned restaurants to help them thrive during this time. The campaign to raise $2.5 million is still going strong until February 28 and anyone wishing to donate may do so online.

Black Restaurant Week San Antonio was founded in 2019 to focus support on and highlight Black owned businesses and Black professionals in the culinary field in San Antonio. The goal is to not only bring awareness but to celebrate “Cuisine, Culture and Community” through an assortment of events and charitable giving.

The San Antonio Food Bank is a 501c3 non‐profit organization providing millions of pounds of food to over 530 charitable organizations in Southwest Texas serving those in need. In addition to food distribution, the San Antonio Food Bank provides numerous programs that not only solve the immediate problems of hunger, but help individuals and families gain long‐term food security.

About Spurs Give: We are a family – a team – passionate about sports. We are passionate about what sports can do for our community – especially our youth. At the heart of it, we believe sports can provide a family with a common goal, and a hope for a better future. We are Spurs Give – the official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of Spurs Sports & Entertainment. Since our founding in 1988, we have invested $30 million in our community. Through our players’ passions, our grants, and our impact programs, we are changing lives and leaving a lasting impact. You give. We give. Spurs Give.

“This is our biggest Black Restaurant Week San Antonio to date. With over 30 participants, there’s something for everyone. I am also excited about supporting these Black-owned businesses and the diversity and cultures that they represent. And, I am grateful to be able to help out community members in need by helping to raise funds for the San Antonio Food Bank.” – Ryane Smith, organizer for Black Restaurant Week San Antonio.