Avery Damask
DARK STREAKS OVER THE SILVER SCREEN!:
Former film star and ex-spouse of Douglas Crawford, Avery Damask, publishes scathing exposé on corruption in the film industry, showing deep ties to organised crime and insider trading. This news comes in the wake of charges pressed against long-time friend of Mr Crawford, Charles Humphreys, and the arrest of fellow directors Franchot Turning, Phillip Ascot and Alfred Goldsmith. Although some remain sceptical of the story due to Damask previously working with these men, evidence provided by Manuel Manwell is mounting, leading to public pressure for fundamental change in the film industry. Leaked correspondences between the directors highlight their role in international smuggling rings, using filming locations as cover for this illegal work and dangerous working conditions for actors. This news has already sent shocks through the Seldonan film circuit. Stay tuned for more as the story unravels.
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Two Sides of the Same Camera:
Avery Damask makes directorial debut with “Red Ink”. The film follows the director's experience working for the New Glabe Gazette and the strange happenings of this beloved institution. Damask's partner, Manuel Manwell, will be making their first film appearance in over a decade in this piece as they play the paper's editor (and their former employer), Sam McDonald, while Argos Strand will be covering the role of Manuel. Damask describes the film as “an honest reflection of one of the most impactful times of my life and a proper farewell to the colourful cast that helped me in ways I doubt they will ever fully comprehend.” Critics have generally received the film positively, with the Gazette's own Acheron Faraday describing the piece as “beautiful, moving and a wonderful reminder of how fxxxxxx weird being a journalist can be.” Faraday goes on to praise the artistic cinematography but complains about the use of yellow, giving it a strong 9/10. Avery has indicated that this is only the beginning of their comeback and that folks should be prepared for their most ambitious work yet.
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The New Renaissance:
Excerpt from interview with Renaissance co-founder Avery Damask -
Interviewer: “What drove you to create your fashion publication?”
Avery: “My time at the New Glabe Gazette taught me a lot: about myself, about this industry and about how important fashion is. Renaissance is what has come from those lessons. This isn't just going to be just another magazine but a beacon of style, luxury and sophistication. My darling co-founder, Manny, and I felt like we were past our prime and had to accept what came our way. Through Renaissance, we prove that isn't true, that we can shape our futures and give others, especially aspiring designers, a place where they can explore and create something greater than art.”
Interviewer: “Do you have any final words for our readers?”
Avery: “Although many people think fashion is conformity, wonder is born from risk. Fashion is personal and reflects our relationship in society. The messages we want to send. Take a chance; you might find something or someone that inspires you.”
– written by Melian