Spike Lee to Discuss `Clockers' in Multi-System Online Conference

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Acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee is set to discuss his latest film, "Clockers," in a live online conference on September 12, marking the interactive debut for the director. The conference will be carried simultaneously on several online platforms, including The Microsoft Network's Cinemania Connection, CompuServe's Entertainment Drive, and Universal's World Wide Web site for "Clockers." This online event is part of Universal's extensive online campaign for the film, which includes an interactive preview on MCA/Universal Cyberwalk.

Key Takeaways:

  • Spike Lee will participate in a live online conference on September 12 to discuss "Clockers" with online users.
  • The conference will be carried on The Microsoft Network's Cinemania Connection, CompuServe's Entertainment Drive, and Universal's World Wide Web site for "Clockers."
  • Lee's film "Clockers" is a parable about two brothers, one a drug dealer and the other a straightlaced family man, who become suspects in a murder investigated by a disillusioned homicide detective.
  • The film stars Harvey Keitel, John Turturro, Delroy Lindo, Keith David, Isaiah Washington, Pee Wee Love, and newcomer Mekhi Phifer.
  • The producers of "Clockers" are Martin Scorsese, Spike Lee, and John Kilik, with Lee directing from a screenplay he co-wrote with Richard Price.

Statistics:

  • The online conference will be held on September 12 at 9:00 p.m. EDT.
  • The event will be carried on multiple platforms, including The Microsoft Network's Cinemania Connection and CompuServe's Entertainment Drive.
  • The film "Clockers" is based on Richard Price's best-selling novel.
  • The producers of "Clockers" include Martin Scorsese, Spike Lee, and John Kilik.

Sources:

  • "Universal Pictures" (no date cited)
  • "The Microsoft Network" (no date cited)
  • "CompuServe" (no date cited)
  • "MCA/Universal Cyberwalk" (no date cited)