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Project Greenlight #25 Synopsis To release or not to release? Everyone holds their breath as Miramax debates whether The Battle of Shaker Heights will open in NY and LA, and Chris makes an appeal to Harvey Weinstein to release it in more cities. As the premiere date approaches, the team makes some finishing touches and awaits a response from Miramax. Will they pull out the big guns and open with a bang -- or surrender to a limited release and give up the battle for Shaker Heights?

Inside Episode 25 What to Consider When Distributing a Film: Just in case you were planning on distributing a film or two next weekend.

Project Greenlight #24 Synopsis Following test-screening results, the producers agree that the film will be a comedy, despite Kyle and Efram's protests. After agonizing over several new cuts, Kyle and Efram finally deliver a version they hope will meet with Rick's approval.

Inside Episode 24 Q&A: Jeff Balis: Jeff talks about movies, mentors, and making it in a competitive business.

Project Greenlight #23 Synopsis With the film "in the can," Kyle and Efram embark upon post-production. Two weeks into the process, they screen a rough cut for Chris, Jeff and Erica, who question the tone - is it a drama or a comedy? The next cut is sent to Miramax exec Rick Schwartz, who feels the same ambiguity. After a grueling four days, Kyle and Efram barely get their tape to the pivotal test screening on time.

Inside Episode 23 Moving Into Post-Production: What goes on after the shooting stops? Find out here.

Project Greenlight #22 Synopsis Three weeks into shooting, cast and crew are feeling drained. A set visit from Ben and J.Lo lifts some spirits, especially Erica's. Efram has a major clash with the boom operator, but when it comes time for the big kiss scene with Amy, Shia is a smooth operator. The final day of production gets off to a very shaky start as Shia continually stumbles over some difficult lines, but Kyle helps him through it, and finally...that's a wrap!

Inside Episode 22 Interview: Thomas Ackerman: DP - The Battle of Shaker Heights. A cinematographer's place is behind the camera. But the tables were turned on DP Thomas Ackerman when he signed on to shoot "The Battle of Shaker Heights".

Project Greenlight #21 Synopsis Concerned that their authority is being undermined, Kyle and Ephram call a meeting to discuss more effective communication. Rick Schwartz from Miramax arrives for lunch with a special guest, lightening the mood (briefly).

Inside Episode 21 An Over-Simplification of How Hollywood Works or Art and Commerce square off in a no-holds-barred cage match.

Project Greenlight #20 Synopsis After an unscripted shot, Erica decides to play a more active role on set. As technical problems push the production behind schedule, the directors make more script changes without consulting Erica, who vents about the oversight.

Inside Episode 20 Q & A: Joseph Middleton: Joseph Middleton has spent 20 years in the casting game. In Hollywood years, that's a lifetime...maybe two.

Project Greenlight #19 Synopsis Day 1 starts with creative differences and an awkward scene, but Ackerman proves to be up to the task. A casting fire is put out when Bill Sadler accepts the role of Abe. Facing an ambitious schedule, the team braces for a crucial emotional scene.

Inside Episode 19 Meet the Crew: Key players that you'll be meeting in the weeks to come.

Project Greenlight #18 Synopsis Pressure mounts as start of production nears, and Ben joins the team for a final script meeting. After Thomas Ackerman is hired as DP, the cast -- including Shia LeBeouf, Kathleen Quinlan and Amy Smart -- does a table read. At the last minute, the first location is finally set, much to the crew's relief.

Inside Episode 18 Read more about Kyle Rankin and Efram Potelle, the Project Greenlight directing contest winners.

Project Greenlight #17 Synopsis Casting continues to be a headache, as the team face obstacles in landing Shia LeBeouf for the main role of Kelly. Erica is given major script notes, but isn't keen on the directors' offer to do the rewrites.

Inside Episode 17 The Battle of Shaker Heights - Cast: Find out more than you'd ever want to know about the cast.

Project Greenlight #16 Synopsis It's five weeks from start of production, and the heat is rising. The group debate their casting and script concerns, and Kyle and Efram start to interview candidates for the film's key crew members. They also become embroiled in a battle over exactly who will end up editing the film. Finally, the directors extend offers for the main roles in the movie to several actors.

Inside Episode 16 A Nerve-Wracking No Big Deal: How everything -- and nothing -- changed. By Erica Beeney

Project Greenlight #15 Synopsis After some press photos and the surprising reintroduction of "Stolen Summer" producer Jeff Balis, the group gathers for some initial discussion about the winning screenplay, and Erica ties up lose ends back home in Ohio in preparation for her move to L.A. Meeting in L.A. for some illuminating casting and budget meetings, the winners realize how little control they may actually have over certain critical production elements. The producers discuss their thoughts on the winners' capabilities.

Inside Episode 15 A Business of Pleasure: Selecting a winner and supporting our partners. Or do we have those two reversed? By Chris Moore

Project Greenlight #14 Synopsis After the remaining directors try to sell the panel on their individual visions, the judges make their director decision, while all the finalists--writing and directing-- share a post-panel dinner, sizing each other up as potential partners. The next day is Big Announcement Day: the finalists go on a sponsored shopping spree for outfits and attend the press-and-celebrity-filled gala that evening. At the event, the winners are announced!

Inside Episode 14 Filmmaking 101: A Glossary of Essential Terms: If you want to make movies, it helps to know how to talk the talk. Filmmaking 101: What Does a Casting Director Do? Finding the right face for a part can make or break a movie.

Project Greenlight #13 Synopsis After a brief overview of the Project Greenlight contest by its creators, the season begins with the narrowing down of the top 50 scripts (from an initial 7,000!) to ten, and the directors down to four. Matt, Ben and Chris personally call the finalists to summon them to the 2003 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. The excitement of arriving at this indie-film mecca soon turns to anxiety, however, as the judging panel screen directors' scene assignments and observe the screenwriters pitching their stories. Finally, six scripts are eliminated - and four directors and four writers are left standing. VIDE0: Episodes 13/14 Combination Promo. QuickTime | RealPlayer

Inside Episode 13 Top 10 PGL Director Finalists: What does it take to capture the attention of PGL's executive producers? Watch these videos and find out. Top 10 PGL Screenwriter Finalists: Everyone wants to be a writer! Find out what made these finalists stand out from the pack.

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