Ritual Zine Launches at L.A. Theaters With Patton Oswalt, Edgar Wright Contributions
The Story
Ritual, a new independent zine celebrating movie theater culture, has launched at select Los Angeles theaters. The debut issue includes writing from comedian Patton Oswalt, IFC executive Danielle Freiberg, director Casey Storm, and founder Greg Longstreet, along with a playlist from Edgar Wright.
Key Facts
- Ritual was launched by Greg Longstreet, whose L.A.-based public relations firm Empirical is focused on directors.
- The zine is described as a print publication devoted to passionate, evergreen film writing, offering a physical editorial experience with a beginning, middle, and end.
- QR codes in the publication allow readers to access playlists and additional content.
- Issues are available at select theater and retail spaces and can be ordered via Instagram.
- Longstreet stated the zine was created to give film culture a tactile, communal, and personal feel.
- Longstreet’s background includes acting, screenwriting, and two decades in publicity. He currently works with filmmakers such as Macon Blair, Denise Di Novi, and Brian Duffield.
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Key Figures
- Greg Longstreet – founder of Ritual and head of public relations firm Empirical
- Patton Oswalt – comedian and contributor to the debut issue
- Edgar Wright – provided a playlist for the debut issue
- Danielle Freiberg – IFC executive and contributor
- Casey Storm – director and contributor
Sources: Variety
