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Lawrence Specker
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By Lawrence Specker Verified| AL.com Verified Fans anticipating an emotional new Stephen King adaptation filmed in Alabama now have a trailer and an official release date that’s not all that far off. Expectations have been high – and details have been scarce -- since “The Life of Chuck” won the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. It’s not a typical King horror tale: The film is based on a novella in which the death of the title character seems to coincide with the end of the world.
By Lawrence Specker Verified| AL.com Verified When a nightclub singer from Michigan visited Alabama in 1975, he had no idea he’d soon open a restaurant that would still be winning national-level recognition 50 years later. But here we are: Gambino’s Italian Grille in Fairhope, opened by Rick Gambino in May 1976, has carved out a unique place for itself.
By Lawrence Specker Verified| AL.com Verified Fans anticipating an emotional new Stephen King adaptation filmed in Alabama now have a trailer and an official release date that’s not all that far off. Expectations have been high – and details have been scarce -- since “The Life of Chuck” won the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. It’s not a typical King horror tale: The film is based on a novella in which the death of the title character seems to coincide with the end of the world.
Company Info
Alabama Media Group
Alabama Media Group is a digitally-focused news and information company based in Birmingham, Alabama. Established in 2012, it combines traditional print journalism with modern digital platforms to serve Alabama's media landscape. The company operates from the Young & Vann Building and has digital hubs in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile. The company manages several digital platforms, including AL.com, Gulflive.com, and social brands like *This is Alabama* and *It's a Southern Thing*. It also produces video content, such as *Reckon* and *SEC Shorts*, and publishes print materials like *The Birmingham News* and *The Huntsville Times*. Alabama Media Group offers commercial services, including digital marketing solutions and video production, while utilizing targeted advertising and content marketing to reach audiences effectively across multiple channels. With a commitment to preserving Alabama's journalistic heritage, the company has received over 700 journalism awards.
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
+1 205-325-4444
Founded: 2012