Medient Studios Inc. (MDNT) News $MDNT
Medient Studios Appoints General Contractor for Studioplex
Marketwire - Fri Mar 21, 8:00AM CDT
Medient Studios (OTCQB: MDNT) announced today that Shore Development & Construction LLC has been appointed as the general contractor for the development and construction of the Medient Studioplex in Effingham County, Georgia. The project which will comprise four phases will include 2 million square feet of sound stages, offices, outdoor entertainment venues and onsite lodging and housing. The construction of the Studioplex will utilize the cutting edge TAG wall and roofing systems designed and manufactured by Titan Atlas in Charleston, South Carolina.
Medient Studios Listed in S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records Program
Marketwire - Mon Mar 10, 10:19AM CDT
Medient Studios (OTCQB: MDNT) announced today that its company information would be made available via S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records Listing Program. As part of the program, a full description of Medient Studios will be published in the Daily News Section of Standard & Poors's Corporation Records, a recognized securities manual for secondary trading in up to 38 States under the Blue Sky Laws. S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records is available in print, CD-ROM, and via the web at www.netadvantage.standardandpoors.com as well as through numerous electronic vendors.
Medient CEO Converts $660,000 of Debt to Equity at Over 820% Premium to Market
Marketwire - Mon Feb 10, 8:15AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that Mr. Manu Kumaran, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer has converted $660,000 of personal loans to the company into common stock at $0.064 per share, the book value of the company. The approximately 10.3 Million represents an 822% premium to the closing market price on February 7, 2014.
Medient Studios to Present at SeeThruEquity Winter Microcap Investor Conference in New York
Marketwire - Mon Feb 03, 9:18AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that the Company will present at the SeeThruEquity Winter Microcap Investor Conference on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at the Convene in New York City.
Medient Appoints Merriman Capital as Capital Markets Advisor and Designated Advisor for Disclosure
Marketwire - Wed Jan 29, 8:01AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that San Francisco based Merriman Capital, Inc. ('Merriman Capital') has been appointed as the company's capital markets advisor and Designated Advisor for Disclosure (DAD) for the OTCQX market. The OTCQX marketplace is the premier tier of the U.S. Over-the-Counter (OTC) market, providing investors with an objective measure to distinguish the best OTC-traded companies. Many U.S. and International companies join OTCQX as the final step toward a NASDAQ or NYSE listing.
Medient Completes Acquisition of Atlas international Film
Marketwire - Tue Jan 28, 8:02AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Atlas international Film GmbH ('Atlas'). Based in Munich, Germany, Atlas is one of the oldest independent film sales agents in Europe. The Memorandum of Understanding for the all stock based deal was announced in July 2013.
Georgia Governor Cites Medient, GM, AT&T Amongst Significant Economic Development Projects of 2013
Marketwire - Tue Dec 24, 8:00AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that George Governor Nathan Deal has cited Medient Studios as one of the most significant new projects for economic development in the State. Other companies cited include General Motors (GM), AT&T (T) and Tyson Foods.
Entertainment Mogul Charles Koppelman Joins Medient
Marketwire - Wed Dec 04, 8:01AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that Charles Koppelman, Chairman and CEO of CAK Entertainment Inc., has joined the Company as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Medient Studios to Present at LD Micro Conference
Marketwire - Tue Dec 03, 12:56PM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that Manu Kumaran, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the LD Micro Conference ('LD Micro') on December 5, 2013 at 8:00 a.m. PST at the Luxe Sunset Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles, California.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Greenlights Medient Studioplex Construction
Marketwire - Wed Oct 16, 10:32AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District has approved and issued the Nationwide Permit to construct the two road crossings that are essential to begin the development of the Studioplex.
Medient Studios' Chairman and CEO Manu Kumaran to Speak at American Intercontinental University
Marketwire - Wed Oct 09, 7:30AM CDT
Manu Kumaran, Chairman and Chief executive officer of Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient'), will participate in a "State of the Studios" panel discussion at the American Intercontinental University Student Center, on Thursday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. The panel discussion is presented by Media Communications Association - International's Atlanta chapter and will be moderated by Craig Dominey, senior location specialist and project manager at the Georgia Film, Music and Digital Entertainment Office.
Medient Secures $5,000,000 Line Of Credit For Development, P&A
PR Newswire - Mon Aug 26, 9:43AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that it has executed a Five Million Dollar credit facility with TCA Global Credit Master Fund, LP ('TCA'). The facility will finance development of motion pictures and also Print and Advertising costs for US domestic release of films.
Medient Studioplex Project Lease Executed
Marketwire - Thu Aug 22, 8:13AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today executed the Lease with Effingham County Industrial Development Authority ('Effingham IDA') for the 1,550 acre property on which Medient will build its Studioplex. The property is now officially in Medient's possession and construction is expected to commence shortly.
Medient and Atlas Join Hands to Create New Mini Major
Marketwire - Wed Jul 31, 8:35AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire one hundred percent ownership of Germany based Atlas International Film GmbH ('Atlas').
Medient Studioplex Masterplan Approved; All Procedural Formalities Now Complete
Marketwire - Tue Jul 23, 7:31AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ("Medient") today announced that the Property Committee of the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority has formally approved the Master Plan for the Studioplex on the 1,550 acre property. All procedural formalities are now complete and the formal lease agreement will be signed on the 19th of August and the Ground breaking ceremony will be held on the 29th of August.
Construction to Begin on Medient Studioplex
Marketwire - Mon Jul 01, 6:01AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority, at a meeting of the Property Committee of the Board on the 28th June 2013, formally approved the commencement of construction on the 1,550 acre property.
Medient Studios, Looking at Potential in Light of Recent Developments
ACCESSWIRE - Tue Jun 25, 8:55AM CDT
As far as investment options are concerned, purchasing the shares of a film production company remains a slippery slope for some. On one hand is the allure of Hollywood, and on the other is the apprehension about audience numbers decreasing. To a large extent, the decision to invest depends on the maturity level of the studio or production company. From production to distribution, there are growth and mature public companies in each industry.
Medient Studioplex Receives Bond Approvals From Effingham County IDA
Marketwire - Mon Jun 24, 7:30AM CDT
The Effingham County Industrial Development Authority ('IDA') has announced that the meeting of the Board held on the 19th of June 2013 approved the bond resolution with Medient Studios, Inc. ('Medient'). The bond resolution allows for the formal process to begin for the issuance of Industrial Development Bonds related to the movie studio mega-development in Effingham County. The IDA authorized the bond resolution as the terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') previously executed with Medient are being successfully fulfilled by both parties.
Investing in Movie & Leisure in 2013
ACCESSWIRE - Mon Jun 17, 7:31AM CDT
As an asset class, film is uncorrelated to the other types of investments and to some extent is impervious to recession as folks are going to the movies in record numbers. They are also renting them in record numbers. The good news for investors is that even though discretionary spending will always have a huge impact on the industry, and consumers are hanging onto disposable income; they are still spending on the escapism entertainment that the big screen affords.
Atlas to Partner With Medient in Movie Slate
Marketwire - Wed May 29, 7:30AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) today announced that Atlas International Film GmbH ('Atlas') and Medient Studios, Inc. ('Medient') have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') under which Atlas will act as sales agent for Medient's initial slate of movies.
Medient Studios Appoints General Contractor for Studioplex
Marketwire - Fri Mar 21, 8:00AM CDT
Medient Studios (OTCQB: MDNT) announced today that Shore Development & Construction LLC has been appointed as the general contractor for the development and construction of the Medient Studioplex in Effingham County, Georgia. The project which will comprise four phases will include 2 million square feet of sound stages, offices, outdoor entertainment venues and onsite lodging and housing. The construction of the Studioplex will utilize the cutting edge TAG wall and roofing systems designed and manufactured by Titan Atlas in Charleston, South Carolina.
Medient Studios Listed in S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records Program
Marketwire - Mon Mar 10, 10:19AM CDT
Medient Studios (OTCQB: MDNT) announced today that its company information would be made available via S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records Listing Program. As part of the program, a full description of Medient Studios will be published in the Daily News Section of Standard & Poors's Corporation Records, a recognized securities manual for secondary trading in up to 38 States under the Blue Sky Laws. S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records is available in print, CD-ROM, and via the web at www.netadvantage.standardandpoors.com as well as through numerous electronic vendors.
Medient CEO Converts $660,000 of Debt to Equity at Over 820% Premium to Market
Marketwire - Mon Feb 10, 8:15AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that Mr. Manu Kumaran, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer has converted $660,000 of personal loans to the company into common stock at $0.064 per share, the book value of the company. The approximately 10.3 Million represents an 822% premium to the closing market price on February 7, 2014.
Medient Studios to Present at SeeThruEquity Winter Microcap Investor Conference in New York
Marketwire - Mon Feb 03, 9:18AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that the Company will present at the SeeThruEquity Winter Microcap Investor Conference on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at the Convene in New York City.
Medient Appoints Merriman Capital as Capital Markets Advisor and Designated Advisor for Disclosure
Marketwire - Wed Jan 29, 8:01AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that San Francisco based Merriman Capital, Inc. ('Merriman Capital') has been appointed as the company's capital markets advisor and Designated Advisor for Disclosure (DAD) for the OTCQX market. The OTCQX marketplace is the premier tier of the U.S. Over-the-Counter (OTC) market, providing investors with an objective measure to distinguish the best OTC-traded companies. Many U.S. and International companies join OTCQX as the final step toward a NASDAQ or NYSE listing.
Medient Completes Acquisition of Atlas international Film
Marketwire - Tue Jan 28, 8:02AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Atlas international Film GmbH ('Atlas'). Based in Munich, Germany, Atlas is one of the oldest independent film sales agents in Europe. The Memorandum of Understanding for the all stock based deal was announced in July 2013.
Georgia Governor Cites Medient, GM, AT&T Amongst Significant Economic Development Projects of 2013
Marketwire - Tue Dec 24, 8:00AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that George Governor Nathan Deal has cited Medient Studios as one of the most significant new projects for economic development in the State. Other companies cited include General Motors (GM), AT&T (T) and Tyson Foods.
Entertainment Mogul Charles Koppelman Joins Medient
Marketwire - Wed Dec 04, 8:01AM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that Charles Koppelman, Chairman and CEO of CAK Entertainment Inc., has joined the Company as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Medient Studios to Present at LD Micro Conference
Marketwire - Tue Dec 03, 12:56PM CST
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that Manu Kumaran, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the LD Micro Conference ('LD Micro') on December 5, 2013 at 8:00 a.m. PST at the Luxe Sunset Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles, California.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Greenlights Medient Studioplex Construction
Marketwire - Wed Oct 16, 10:32AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District has approved and issued the Nationwide Permit to construct the two road crossings that are essential to begin the development of the Studioplex.
Medient Studios' Chairman and CEO Manu Kumaran to Speak at American Intercontinental University
Marketwire - Wed Oct 09, 7:30AM CDT
Manu Kumaran, Chairman and Chief executive officer of Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient'), will participate in a "State of the Studios" panel discussion at the American Intercontinental University Student Center, on Thursday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. The panel discussion is presented by Media Communications Association - International's Atlanta chapter and will be moderated by Craig Dominey, senior location specialist and project manager at the Georgia Film, Music and Digital Entertainment Office.
Medient Secures $5,000,000 Line Of Credit For Development, P&A
PR Newswire - Mon Aug 26, 9:43AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that it has executed a Five Million Dollar credit facility with TCA Global Credit Master Fund, LP ('TCA'). The facility will finance development of motion pictures and also Print and Advertising costs for US domestic release of films.
Medient Studioplex Project Lease Executed
Marketwire - Thu Aug 22, 8:13AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today executed the Lease with Effingham County Industrial Development Authority ('Effingham IDA') for the 1,550 acre property on which Medient will build its Studioplex. The property is now officially in Medient's possession and construction is expected to commence shortly.
Medient and Atlas Join Hands to Create New Mini Major
Marketwire - Wed Jul 31, 8:35AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire one hundred percent ownership of Germany based Atlas International Film GmbH ('Atlas').
Medient Studioplex Masterplan Approved; All Procedural Formalities Now Complete
Marketwire - Tue Jul 23, 7:31AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ("Medient") today announced that the Property Committee of the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority has formally approved the Master Plan for the Studioplex on the 1,550 acre property. All procedural formalities are now complete and the formal lease agreement will be signed on the 19th of August and the Ground breaking ceremony will be held on the 29th of August.
Construction to Begin on Medient Studioplex
Marketwire - Mon Jul 01, 6:01AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) ('Medient') today announced that the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority, at a meeting of the Property Committee of the Board on the 28th June 2013, formally approved the commencement of construction on the 1,550 acre property.
Medient Studios, Looking at Potential in Light of Recent Developments
ACCESSWIRE - Tue Jun 25, 8:55AM CDT
As far as investment options are concerned, purchasing the shares of a film production company remains a slippery slope for some. On one hand is the allure of Hollywood, and on the other is the apprehension about audience numbers decreasing. To a large extent, the decision to invest depends on the maturity level of the studio or production company. From production to distribution, there are growth and mature public companies in each industry.
Medient Studioplex Receives Bond Approvals From Effingham County IDA
Marketwire - Mon Jun 24, 7:30AM CDT
The Effingham County Industrial Development Authority ('IDA') has announced that the meeting of the Board held on the 19th of June 2013 approved the bond resolution with Medient Studios, Inc. ('Medient'). The bond resolution allows for the formal process to begin for the issuance of Industrial Development Bonds related to the movie studio mega-development in Effingham County. The IDA authorized the bond resolution as the terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') previously executed with Medient are being successfully fulfilled by both parties.
Investing in Movie & Leisure in 2013
ACCESSWIRE - Mon Jun 17, 7:31AM CDT
As an asset class, film is uncorrelated to the other types of investments and to some extent is impervious to recession as folks are going to the movies in record numbers. They are also renting them in record numbers. The good news for investors is that even though discretionary spending will always have a huge impact on the industry, and consumers are hanging onto disposable income; they are still spending on the escapism entertainment that the big screen affords.
Atlas to Partner With Medient in Movie Slate
Marketwire - Wed May 29, 7:30AM CDT
Medient Studios, Inc. (OTCQB: MDNT) today announced that Atlas International Film GmbH ('Atlas') and Medient Studios, Inc. ('Medient') have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') under which Atlas will act as sales agent for Medient's initial slate of movies.
