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Another Chance for UK Fans to See Oscar Pistorius Blade Runner Killer on Wednesday, 12 December at 10pm.

12/11/2018

Good news for UK Amber fans will have another chance to see Oscar Pistorius Blade Runner Killer on Wednesday, the 12th of December at 10pm on Crime + Investigation. Blade Runner killer made for the Lifetime Network which had its UK premiere in February. It will now be shown on Lifetime’s sister channel.

Earlier in her career Amber starred in two original movies for the Lifetime Network playing Danni Hartford in a fun festive film Holiday Wishes and Lori Madison in the romantic comedy 7 Things To Do Before I’m 30, still one of my favourite movies starring Amber.

This role for Lifetime Network is very different as she steps behind the camera to write the script for Blade Runner Killer. A movie which looks at the life of former Paralympic Champion and Olympic competitor Oscar Pistorius. A double leg amputee who learned to run using metal blades and conquered the track at Paralympic level and went on to compete in the Olympics.

The movie looks at the relationship between Oscar and model Reeva Steenkamp leading up to the fateful events on Valentine's Day night 2013 when Reeva was tragically shot to death in Pistorius's home.

The movie also examines the trial that gripped South Africa and the world. Oscar was convicted of culpable homicide (manslaughter). Later following an appeal he was retried and convicted of murder. On the 24thof November 2017 The South African Supreme Court increased his sentence by a further 13 years and 5 months. South Africa's National Prosecuting Agency described the original 6 year murder sentence handed down by original trial judge Thokozile Masipa as "shockingly too lenient".

I've embedded the USA trailer for the movie below:

I have found very little information on the Crime + Investigation UK website. Crime + Investigation UK TV Channel is available on Sky channel 156, Virgin channels 222/275, BT channel 328 and TalkTalk channel 328.

Everyone at AmberBenson.TV is delighted that Amber was given this opportunity and that UK fans now have another chance to see it. We wish her every success with this project.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about a new movie written by Amber Benson. The Pistorius and Steenkamp families did not participate in the making of the movie.

Wales Comic Con: “Photo Ops” With Amber Now Available

11/20/2018

A few days ago came the exciting news that Amber will be a guest at Wales Comic Con. Their website has now confirmed that Amber is set to attend on both Saturday the 1st and Sunday 2nd of December.

Photo Ops with Amber are available to be purchased through ticket web via the Wales Comic Con website. The Photo Ops give fans the chance to have a professionally taken photograph with Amber. They are available on both Saturday and Sunday (click the hyperlinks for details) you can also click the “Buy Tickets” button on the Wales Comic Con website.

Please Note: according to Wales Comic Con website a Photo Ops ticket by itself will not get you access to the event. Any Photo Ops tickets also require a valid event ticket to enter. All advanced tickets for the event have now been sold but there will be some available to buy on the door on both Saturday and Sunday.

Amber is one of a number of Buffy the Vampire Slayer stars to be attending the event joining her will be:
Alyson Hannigan (Sunday Only)
Emma Caulfield
Mercedes McNab
Nicholas Brendon (Now Sunday Only)
Kristine Sutherlandhas now also been added to the lineup

Unfortunately Michelle Trachtenberg is no longer able to attend.

Wales Comic Con will be held at Glyndwr University, Wrexham, North Wales. For more information click the link below:

https://www.walescomiccon.com

I hope everyone who is able to attend has a fantastic time.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with Wales Comic Con event and/or any of its sponsors or partners. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson.

Apartment 407 Starring Amber Benson has been released on DVD & Blu-ray

11/20/2018

Last month Amber shared her excitement via Twitter that Apartment 407 in which she plays a part of Chloe was released in cinemas in the LA area. Hot on the heels of this comes news that the movie is now available to buy on both DVD and Blu-ray.

The movie tells the story of Isobel a young woman abducted and forced into sex trafficking and her harrowing battle to survive. What makes this movie even more powerful is that it’s based on the real-life experiences of actor Frieda Farrell who plays Isobel, this is her true story.

If you're a regular visitor to AmberBenson.TV and this sounds familiar it's because back in 2014 I wrote a small update for the latest Amber news section about Selling Isobel the movie’s original title. It also included a link to an article from movievine.com and had some still photos from the movie, including one of Amber who plays the role of Chloe. I searched the internet but it wasn't until Amber's post that I heard more about the movie.

I have found listings for the DVD and Blu-ray versions on Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com (click the hyperlinks). As far as I can tell however it is only available on Region 1 DVD and Blu-ray so you would need a compatible player. Anyone who has any information on other stockists please let us know. A big thank you to my friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for sending this information my way.

I have embedded the trailer for Apartment 407 below:

Disclaimer: Due to the subject matter it contains some violence and upsetting scenes that are intended for a mature audience, discretion is advised.

All of us at AmberBenson.TV are delighted the movie has now been released under its brand-new title.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Apartment 407. We own nothing nor are we affiliated with movievine.com, Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.com. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about another interesting movie starring Amber Benson.

Amber To Be A Guest at Wales Comic Con In The UK Next Month

11/14/2018

There was exciting news for UK Amber Benson fans yesterday evening when it was announced that Amber is to be a guest at the upcoming Wales Comic Con in December. It will be held on the 1st - 2nd of December at Glyndwr University, Wrexham, North Wales.

Amber is the latest addition to an exciting line-up of Buffy The Vampire Slayer cast members attending the event including:

Mercedes McNab
Michelle Trachtenberg
Nicholas Brendon
Emma Caulfield
Perhaps the most exciting news for fans of Willow and Tara is that Alyson Hannigan will also be a guest along with Amber as well.

Alexis Denisof was due to attend it was announced via social media that he has had to cancel due to ill-health. This news broke shortly before it was revealed that Amber would be attending this year.

Wales Comic Con announced Amber’s attendance just over six hours ago via their official Facebook and Twitter accounts. At the time of writing this Amber has not yet been added to the list of guests on the event’s website but from the information on social media it would appear she set to attend on both Saturday the 1st and Sunday 2nd of December.

The event is already proving to be very popular and Saturday is a complete sellout. However there are still general entry tickets available for Sunday. To find out more about the event and to buy tickets click the link below and hit the “Buy Tickets” button at the top of the page.

https://www.walescomiccon.com

There are photo shoots available with guests but again at the time of writing this photo shoots with Amber have not yet been added to their official site. I will do my very best to update this article and our Twitter and Facebook pages with more information as and when it becomes available.

Sadly due to a combination of factors I won't be able to attend this year but I'm delighted that Amber is returning to the UK and my fellow Amber fans will get the chance to meet her. I hope everyone who is attending and Amber herself of course have an amazing time. As ever I will do my very best to keep people updated on any new information regarding the event e.g. Amber’s photo shoots, guest talks etc. as soon I get it.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with Wales Comic Con event and/or any of its sponsors or partners. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson.

Clueless: One Last Summer Graphic Novel Written By Amber Benson & Sarah Kuhn on Sale From The 28th of November

11/4/2018

In February it was revealed that Amber had once again teamed up with writing partner Sarah Kuhn and artist Siobhan Keenan to create Clueless: One Last Summer graphic novel.

This is a sequel to Clueless: The Senior Year which Amber, Sarah and Siobhan created and was released in the summer of 2017. Clueless: Senior Year is the follow-up to Amy Heckerling’s hit 1995 movie Clueless starring Alicia Silverstone. Amber and Sarah’s all-new and original story gave fans of the movie the opportunity to follow the ups and downs of Cher, Dionne and Tai during their final year of high school. It was published by BOOM! Studios they will again publish Clueless: One Last Summer.

Clueless: One Last Summer will see Cher, Dionne and Tai reunite for one last big summer adventure before the three friends head to college. Friendships will be tested but publishers BOOM! promise readers fun and laughter too. On Friday Amber shared an article from pastemagazine.com which has an exclusive preview of the graphic novel. To read this bumper 14 page preview and see some of what Amber and Sarah have in store for us as well as Siobhan’s amazing artwork click the link below:

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2018/11/boom-reveals-a-new-preview-of-clueless-one-last-su.html

Amber, Sarah and Siobhan have also recently given an interview to Bustle.com about One Last Summer click the link below to read it:

https://www.bustle.com/p/why-clueless-one-last-summer-is-the-inclusive-feminist-comic-the-world-needs-right-now-according-to-the-authors-13059449

Thanks to big friend of the site Katie for giving us a heads up about this interview.

According to the information we currently have Clueless: One Last Summer is available to buy in selected comic stores and online digitally direct from BOOM! Studios on the 28thof November. It will then be released more widely in bookstores a few days later on the 4th of December. I have checked with my local, comic bookstore and they have confirmed this is the information that they have been given too. As always we will do our very best to keep you up-to-date and if we have any more information about the release date we will let you know.

All of us at AmberBenson.TV are excited that Clueless: One Last Summer will finally be released soon. We can't wait to see what's in store for Cher, Dionne and Tai. We wish Amber, Sarah, Siobhan and the whole production team every success.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of Clueless: One Last Summer. All rights belong to BOOM! Studios, Amber Benson, Sarah Kuhn, Siobhan Keenan and any other copyright holder. We have no connection to Pastemagazine.com or Bustle.com. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting graphic novel co written by Amber Benson.

Amber To Attend Slay The Vampires Again Convention In Paris on Saturday the 3rd of November

11/1/2018

Amber delivered a late Halloween treat for her fans confirming she is heading to Paris this Saturday the 3rd of November. Amber will be a guest at Clouds Con’s Slay The Vampires Again Buffy convention in the French capital. Amber shared her excitement with fans via her official Twitter account. (click here) She also posted a video message to fans via her official Instagram account. (click here)

Amber will be joined by fellow Buffy cast members Kristine Sutherland who played Joyce Summers and Larry Bagby who regularly featured as a guest star throughout seasons 2 and 3 playing the role of Larry Blaisdell. Alongside this trio of on-screen acting talent is former Buffy costume designer Matt Van Dyne who will also be meeting fans.

The event is being held at Evergreen Laurel Hotel Levallois-Perret France, unlike most of the US and UK conventions I've come across this is only being held for one-day rather than the full weekend.

For more information you can visit the official website by clicking the link below:

http://cloudscon.fr/en/event/fan-meet-buffy-2-slay-the-vampires-againen/

It looks as though the event is completely sold out. I apologise for not posting about this sooner, A big friend of the site and fellow Amber fan Katie gave me a heads up a while back. My plan had been to wait until nearer the convention to see if I could gather some more information before posting but I’ve had a stressful couple of months and it slipped my mind. Even though it's late in the day I still thought it was worth posting about for informational purposes and in case fans hadn't seen Amber's video.

I hope everyone who is attending has a fantastic time and Amber has a safe and enjoyable time in the legendary city of lights.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with Slay The Vampires Again convention or Buffy the Vampire Slayer. All rights belong to convention organisers Clouds Con and to Joss Whedon and 20th Century Fox. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting convention that Amber will be attending.

Apartment 407 Starring Amber Benson Has Been Released in Cinemas in LA

10/30/2018

A few days ago Amber posted via her official Twitter account that Apartment 407 had been released in cinemas in LA, to see Amber's tweet click here

The movie tells the story of Isobel a young woman abducted and forced into sex trafficking and her harrowing battle to survive. What makes this movie even more powerful is that it’s based on the real-life experiences of actor Frieda Farrell who plays Isobel, this is her true story.

If you're a regular visitor to AmberBenson.TV and this sounds familiar it's because back in 2014 I wrote a small update for the latest Amber news section about Selling Isobel the movie’s original title. It also included a link to an article from movievine.com and had some still photos from the movie, including one of Amber who plays the role of Chloe. I searched the internet but it wasn't until Amber's post a few days ago that I heard more about the movie.

Click the link below for show times. It’s available in two cinemas in the LA area for the next couple of days so if you hurry there is still time to see it.

https://www.laemmle.com/films/44699#get-tickets

Due to a hectic work schedule and some personal issues I was unable to post this as soon as I had hoped but I did share the information via AmberBenson.TV is social media feeds.

I have embedded the trailer for Apartment 407 below:

Disclaimer: Due to the subject matter it contains some violence and upsetting scenes that are intended for a mature audience, discretion is advised.

All of us at AmberBenson.TV are delighted the movie has now been released under its brand-new title and as always we will do our very best to update you when and if the movie becomes more widely available.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Apartment 407. We own nothing nor are we affiliated with any of the cinemas showing the movie or the movievine.com, Laemmle.com websites. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about another interesting movie starring Amber Benson.

You Can Listen To A Free Sample of Amber Narrating The Recently Released Audiobook I'll Be There For You The One About Friends By Kelsey Miller

10/30/2018

Last month it was revealed that Amber was set to narrate the audiobook version of I'll be there for you the one about friends which was released on 23rdof October. Amber used her official Twitter account to say how much fun it had been to narrate the audiobook and posted a free sample for fans to enjoy.

To see her original tweet click here

I have also included the direct link to the sample via sound cloud.com just click the link below and listen now

https://soundcloud.com/harperaudio_us/ill-be-there-for-you-by-kelsey-miller

In the book journalist and pop culture expert Kelsey Miller looks at the origins of the sitcom which began in 1994 and became a global phenomenon. The book reflects on the iconic moments and cultural trends it inspired. It looks at the elusive reasons as to why all these years later so many people still watch it. The book combines commentary, behind-the-scenes anecdotes and more. Kelsey will also be joining Amber for some of the narration.

It’s available now via Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com(USA) there are a range of purchasing options for both members and non-members, see the respective websites for details.

As a huge Amber fan and someone who enjoys watching Friends too I am pleased that Amber will be there for me and all her fans.

I’m sorry the delay in posting I have had a busy few days work wise.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with I'll Be There For You: The One About Friends audiobook. All rights belong to Kelsey Miller and her publishing partners. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting audiobook narrated by Amber Benson.

A Sneak Peek of Brand New Lifetime Original Movie Terror in Woods Written by Amber Benson has Been Released

10/13/2018

Earlier this month it was revealed that Amber has written the script for Terror in the Woods a brand-new original movie for the Lifetime Network. Terror in the Woods will have its world premiere on 14thof October 2018.

Some fans may know that earlier in her career Amber starred in two original movies for the Lifetime Network. She played Danni Hartford in fun festive film Holiday Wishes and Lori Madison in the romantic comedy 7 Things To Do Before I’m 30, still one of my favourite movies starring Amber.

Last year she took on a different role for Lifetime writing the script for Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer. The movie looks at the relationship between former Paralympic Champion Oscar Pistorius and model Reeva Steenkamp leading up to the fateful events on Valentine's Day night 2013 when Reeva was tragically shot to death in Pistorius's home.

Blade Runner Killer also examined the trial that gripped South Africa and the world. Oscar was convicted of culpable homicide (manslaughter). Later following an appeal he was retried and convicted of murder an initial six year sentence was increased to 15 years by the South African Supreme Court. Amber did an amazing job of drawing together trial transcripts, interviews, witness accounts etc in creating a script for the movie.

Amber will be using her considerable writing and research talents to pen the script for Terror in the Woods the second feature she has written for the Lifetime Network.

Inspired by true events Terror in the Woods tells the story of Rachel (Ella West Jerrier) and Kaitlyn (SophieGrace McCarthy) 12-year-old best friends living in a small town in Georgia, USA. They both love ghost stories one in particular caught their imagination, the legend of Suzerain a forest dwelling Demon. Their parents believe this is just harmless fun unaware that the friends are convinced the demon is not only real but will kill their families unless he receives a blood sacrifice. Rachel and Kaitlyn make the horrifying decision to sacrifice their friend Emily (Skylar Morgan Jones) thankfully however she survives the attack. The police launch an investigation into how and why this could have happened. Questions are asked about the mental health of Rachel and Kaitlyn while others wonder if the internet itself is to blame.

Terror in the Woods is set for its World Premiere on 14th of October 2018 on Lifetime in the USA at 8 PM (7 PM central).

Ahead of the premiere Lifetime have released a 50 second sneak peek of movie via Lifetime USA social media accounts. Check out the link below:

https://twitter.com/lifetimetv/status/1050853780173021184?s=21

At the moment we don't know when or if Terror in the Woods will be shown in the UK and another countries. If and when this changes I will do my very best to let you know as soon as possible.

The movie is set to tackle some very difficult subject matter but knowing Amber as I do I'm sure she will deliver an honest and sensitive account of this shocking story. Hopefully I will get a chance to see the movie for myself soon as I always want to support Amber's work.

All of us at AmberBenson.TV would like to congratulate Amber on this project building on her growing body of work writing for television.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Terror in the Woods. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about a brand-new movie written by Amber Benson.

Amber Interviewed on The Latest Episode of The Butterfly Show

10/4/2018

Amber was interviewed along with Daron Nefcy, Dominic Bisignano on the latest episode of The Butterfly Show, a web-based series dedicated to the popular Disney cartoon Star vs The Forces of Evil.

Star vs. The Forces of Evil centers on Star Butterfly who’s from a far off dimension. To keep her safe Star’s parents send her to earth disguised as an exchange student. Where she befriends Marco and together the two of them try to survive school and keep Star’s magic safe.

In 2017 Amber wrote Star and Marco’s Guide to Mastering Every Dimension the first original book to be based on the cartoon series. The Magic Book of Spells includes every spell featured in the show.

The story of Mewni, as told by thirteen queens as well as secrets and magic from Star Butterfly herself. Amber again teamed up with series creator/writer Daron Nefcy and supervising producer/writer Dominic Bisignano. This is the second original book to be based on the popular Disney cartoon Star vs. The Forces of Evil.

The Butterfly Show host Blood Moon Bobby, interviews Amber, Daron and Dominic at a recent signing event to celebrate the release of The Magic Book of Spells. This was held at Gallery Nucleus in Alhambra California on Saturday, 29th of September 2018.

This is a fun interview and a must watch for fans of Amber and Star Butterfly too of course.

I've embedded the interview below:

Thank you to my friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for sending this my way.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the making of The Butterfly Show web series or the Star vs The Forces of Evil cartoon series. Also Star and Marco’s Guide to Mastering Every Dimension or The Magic Book of Spells, we own nothing. This post is for information purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting web series with an appearance by Amber Benson.