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Friends of University Filmworks – Dean Karalekas and TC Lin – Sign with LA Distribution Agent: "The Kiss of Lady X"

Thanks to the organizers of the Depth of Field International Film Festival, Adler & Associates Entertainment Inc of Los Angeles saw Lady X and have become the film’s bona fide Hollywood distribution agent.

The film, directed by TC Lin, is based on a disgraced former secret agent who risks his life as well as the lives of his ragtag team as he seeks revenge against the charismatic terrorist who killed his wife.

Dean Karalekas told University Filmworks: “This represents more than we could ever have hoped for when we embarked upon this journey, and I take it as a testament to the excellence and dedication of everyone who was involved in this unique, collaborative, community project.”

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