Los Angeles, CA. (03/26/04) -- Few films have had the impact of the darkly comedic mini feature Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew?, which deftly combines the innocent nonsensical sensibilities of Dr. Seuss with the bizarre hyper-reality of Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. Featuring genre-busting performances by Armin Shimmerman (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Buffy: The Vampire Slayer) and John Kassir (the voice of the Crypt Keeper from Tales Of The Crypt), Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew? is a cautionary tale about a nasty little boy who meets his match in a pair of wide-eyed twins and their mysterious friend, the Wizzit. Film Threat calls this uniquely refreshing film, "simultaneously hilarious and unsettling..." and now Image Entertainment is releasing Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew? on DVD, June 29, 2004, at the suggested retail price of $9.99.

Walking away with 35 awards, including Best Short, Best Director, Best Supporting Actor and Best Screenplay, Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew?, has quickly emerged as a film festival favorite having been invited and screened at over 170 film festivals. Ingeniously written by Joe Jordan and masterfully directed by Brett Nemeroff, the Velvet Steamroller & Moonlight Graham Entertainment release has gained a rabid cult following among those who love filmmaking that defies categorization. "If you're a fan of South Park, or Rocky Horror Picture Show or a fan of anything unique or out of the ordinary, you're going to love this movie," says Nemeroff.

An unexpected bonus for the filmmakers is the fact that Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew? has also caught the attention of the U.S Department of Defense and the State Department. During this time of global political unrest, the U.S. State Department is screening Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew?, using it as a diplomatic tool in the hopes of changing the worldıs negative perception of the United States and to promote American values. Most recently, the film was selected and screened by the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi and the U.S. Consulate in Calcutta, India to show a different facet of American culture. Additionally, the film was requested by the U.S. Navy where it has already screened on over ten Navy Ships in the Atlantic Fleet in an effort to raise the morale of our wartime troops.

All of which gives this 21-minute mini epic a very special place in the annals of film history and further raises its profile, making it one of the most anticipated DVD releases of the year.

Synopsis
Set in the idyllic 1950s, Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew? follows the travails of wide-eyed innocents Sammy (Billy Ray Gallion) and Tammy (Lisette Bross) Fitzgivens. Forced to play with their bratty, neighbor, Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew (John Kassir), the kids finally reach their limit and devise a way to rid themselves of the obnoxious know-it-all, while keeping all of his wonderful toys for themselves. Once the deed is done, the Wizzit (Armin Shimmerman) magically appears to help the kids clean up the mess, but not before teaching them a few valuable lessons about taking responsibility for their actions and the incontestable power of blackmail.

Street date for the DVD release of Who Slew Simon Thaddeus Mulberry Pew? is June 29, 2004. To further enhance the must-have appeal of this twisted fable, the DVD release will include exclusive interviews with the actors, directors and producers. Contact Joe Venegas at Creative Talent Communications for more details or to discuss potential story ideas for this unique, award-winning short film.