The Debut http://www.DebutFilm.com LOEWS CINEPLEX MERIDIAN 16 7th & Pike, Downtown Seattle 12:10PM, 2:40PM, 5:10PM, 7:50PM, 10:30PM (206)223-9600 REGAL EAST VALLEY STADIUM 13 Hwy 167 at East Valley Road, Renton 12:10PM, 2:30PM, 4:50PM, 7:25PM, 10:10PM (425)873-2071 REGAL EVERETT 9 CINEMAS 830 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett 12:10PM, 2:30PM, 4:45PM, 7:10PM, 9:35PM (425)290-5596 ALL showtimes are valid from Friday, 8/16 to Thursday 8/22. You may purchase tickets at the box office or online at Fandango.com

An award-winning English language film for the whole family, "the Debut"
revolves around Ben Mercado (Danté Basco), a talented high school
senior who has rejected his Filipino heritage. The long-simmering feud
between Ben and his immigrant father Roland (Tirso Cruz III) threatens to
boil over and ruin the 18th birthday party of Ben's sister Rose (Bernadette
Balagtas). But to Ben's surprise, his sister's celebration challenges his
sense of misplaced identity, and the way he regards his father and
grandfather (Filipino film legend Eddie Garcia). In one night, Ben faces
the true nature of his relationships with his family, his friends, and
himself.

"As illuminating as it is entertaining ... a winner all around."
-Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times

"A delightful coming-of-age film!"
-Kevin M. Williams, Chicago Tribune

"An impressive 'Debut'. It's great! THUMBS UP!"
-Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

It finally drops down this weekend in the NORTHWEST!  Eddie
Murphy, Vin Diesel, and that "surfing movie" will square off
against the award-winning Filipino American film in a battle for
SEATTLE box office supremacy!  Who will win?!  Starting on
Friday, August 16, "the Debut" will play at THREE theaters all
over the Seattle area.

On Friday, August 23, a FOURTH theater will start playing
"the Debut" at:

REGAL LAKEWOOD STADIUM 15
2310 84th Street South, Lakewood
(253)983-5010
Showtimes to be announced next week.

SPREAD THE WORD, SEA-TOWN!
Yes, "the little film that could" will play at least FIVE times a day on a WEEK BY WEEK basis.  The Seattle community determines how long the film lasts.    Watch the film on Friday, Saturday, or
Sunday.  On Monday, the theater chains will decide which films to keep based on weekend performances.  Other cities have lasted
more than 5 weeks.  How long will the Seattle release last?

Spread the word. Forward this e-mail!  Tell your friends!  Tell your
family!  E-mail everyone you know!  Please do not take this for
granted. How often can you experience a Filipino American film in
a huge multiplex?

PARTY SEA-TOWN STYLE!!!
The celebration starts Premiere Eve 8/15 as David Hajdu and D.I.P
Productions invite you to the "Debut" Premiere Eve Party@ Tommy's
(University Way & 47th St - Seattle, WA).  Simply mention the
movie "the Debut" and you're IN THERE for FREE!  21& up only.
Believe me, there's no party like a party with "the Debut" crew! 
Don't miss out.

The Official "Debut" AfterParty happens on Saturday night, August 31
@ Aristocrat Club (220 4th Ave S - Seattle, WA 98104).  Bring a
movie ticket stub from ANY screening and admission is FREE!
21& up only!  Brought to you by David Hajdu and D.I.P Productions.

Special Thanks to Pierre Fontecha and Whirled Wild 360 Events
for their help in promoting "the Debut". They too will be having a
party Sat, Aug 31 called "Freakfest 2002" at FOE #192 (205 6th St
in Bremerton) 17&up. For more info, email djlancecriminal@hotmail.com
or call (360) 471-0586.

I WANT "THE DEBUT" ON DVD
Despite all the success in the box office, "the Debut" has not received
a decent home video deal.  IT'S VERY IMPORTANT that if you want to
ever rent "the Debut" in Blockbuster Video or purchase the DVD copy
with commentary and deleted scenes, you MUST support and watch
the film in THEATERS. That is the only way to convince the studios
that our film is worth having on VHS and DVD. There are a lot of people
out there who ARE NOT going to the theaters simply because they
assume they can catch it on video later. If we fail to go to the theaters,
there is a sad chance "the Debut" will never see the light of home video.
So let's continue to spread the word that this isn't just a movie, it's a
movement to ensure that more diverse films will be made.

WHO WILL REPRESENT THE SEATTLE THEATER CREW?
"the Debut" has gained many proud and dedicated volunteers (and
friends) in every city it has played in.  Now we need volunteers to
join our prestigious Seattle theater crew at EACH of the FOUR theaters. 
Sell merchandise!  Check tickets at the door!   Work with the coolest
co-workers around!  18 and over with own mode of transportation
preferred. To apply, send an e-mail to DebutCrew@hotmail.com with
the subject line: "I Wanna Volunteer at (Name of theater or region)"
along with your contact number, reason for joining, and time and day(s)
of availability.  More priority will be given to those who LOVE "the Debut".
Check DebutFan.com for a peek at our past volunteers and crew
members.  Hope to hear from you soon!

CAPTURE KODAK MOMENTS IN SEATTLE
Seattle, if you take any pictures at the Seattle Opening Weekend,
send them in to DebutFan.com, the official web site for "Debut" fans
and supporters.  The site features a city-by-city and theater-by-theater
picture gallery that you can  browse through. You can now catch our
fan-friendly AUGUST pic(k) of the month! 

Much love,
Patricio Ginelsa, Jr.
Associate Producer, "the Debut"
http://www.DebutFilm.com
http://DebutFan.com