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GJ-made film American Vampires debuts to sold-out Avalon Theatre

GJ-made film “American Vampires” debuts to sold-out Avalon Theatre

The Grand Junction-produced film “American Vampires” was supposed to start at 7 p.m. at its premiere on Friday, Aug. 14, but the start time had to be pushed back about half an hour — because the line to get in was still wrapped around the outside of the Avalon Theatre.

Once the film began, a sold-out Avalon crowd of about 1,000 people watched the newest horror-comedy by local filmmaker Hank Braxtan.

Grand Junction-shot thriller features more than 50 local cast and crew members.

American Vampires premieres in Grand Junction Live in News Room with KKCO

On August 14, Grand Junction area moviegoers have a unique opportunity to experience a brand new film on the big screen before anyone else, and it was made right here in our own backyard.

KKCO sat down with the local creators and crew behind this homegrown project to discuss its local filming locations, and find out where you can secure your tickets.

Local film ‘American Vampires’ premieres Aug. 14 at Avalon Theatre

Local film ‘American Vampires’ premieres Aug. 14 at Avalon Theatre

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) – A locally made film, “American Vampires,” is set to screen Aug. 14 at the Avalon Theatre, featuring local talent both in front of and behind the camera.

Production on the film began in August of last year, with more than 50 Grand Junction residents involved in the project.

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Avalon Theatre – Sneak Peek – August 14th

Be among the first audiences anywhere to experience American Vampires on the big screen. Before its journey through select film festivals and special screenings around the world, we’re opening the coffin for one special sneak preview at the Avalon Theatre.  …

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Director’s Statement: 

“I want to make films that stay with people — stories that audiences remember and talk about long after the credits roll. Filmmaking is both a business and a personal journey. The relationships formed along the way and the stories we tell are what truly give a film…

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