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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
James Franco-Starrer ‘Hey Joe' Acquired for U.S. Release by Glass House Distribution
'Hey Joe,' an Italian drama in which James Franco plays a U.S. Navy sailor stationed in post-World War II Naples, has been picked up by Glass House Distribution which is planning a North American release via both theatrical and digital platforms. The gritty film, directed by Claudio Giovannesi ('Gomorrah' TV series, 'Piranhas'), was sold to Glass House by Italy's Vision Distribution during the Marché du Film in Cannes. More from Variety 'I Only Rest in the Storm' Review: A Sprawling Narrative That Demands Patience and Attention 'Girl on Edge' Review: A Mother and Daughter Hit Thin Ice in Zhou Jinghao's Alluring but Unsatisfactory Skating Drama 'Mama' Review: A Housemaid Abroad Gets an Unpleasant Homecoming in an Intriguing Character Study That Veers Into Melodrama Franco, who has been struggling to fully reenter Hollywood after facing sexual misconduct allegations that he discussed with Variety when 'Hey Joe' premiered in Italy, recently attended the amfAR Cannes gala and donated a painting to the auction. In 'Hey Joe,' Franco plays Dean Barry, an American sailor who in 1944, at age 23, disembarks in war-torn Naples. He falls in love with a young, very poor, local woman named Lucia. A couple of years later, Dean is forced to leave Lucia, alone and pregnant, to go back to New Jersey. He eventually returns to Naples to find the woman and her son, Enzo — but the city has changed a lot and Dean must navigate these challenges leading up to a surprise finale. Franco speaks both English and Italian in the film. 'We were captivated by 'Hey Joe' from the first screening,' said Tom Malloy, president of Glass House Distribution in a statement. 'It's a rare blend of American and Italian storytelling, grounded by an emotionally resonant performance from James Franco. We believe this film will resonate strongly with audiences and critics alike during awards season,' he added. The statement noted that Glass House plans to release 'Hey Joe' in late 2025 'during the heart of awards season' targeting both theatrical and digital platforms. 'Hey Joe' is produced by Italy's Palomar in tandem with RAI Cinema and Vision Distribution which released the film in Italy to meager box office results following its Rome Film Festival launch last year. Screen International was first to report this news Best of Variety 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz
Eater
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Eater
Anti-Trans Dinner Hosted at Cambridge's Glass House Sparks Boycott
A local trans rights group organized a protest at Kendall Square spot Glass House on Sunday, May 18, after two anti-trans organizations held a fundraising dinner at the restaurant. The group TransMIT is now calling for a boycott of Glass House and its overarching owner, the Briar Group, which also operates tourist-y downtown spots like Ned Devine's and Hurricane's at the Garden. TransMIT, a university student group that advocates for trans people's rights, initially planned 'to pressure Glass House into cancelling the event altogether' by calling and leaving voicemails at the restaurant, according to a public document outlining the group's actions. The dinner, titled 'Born in the Right Body,' was hosted by the groups Democrats With an Informed Approach to Gender (DIAG) and LGB Courage Coalition, both of which campaign against transgender care for minors. One of the speakers, Simon Amaya Price, a Berklee College of Music graduate who identifies as 'formerly trans,' has had other speaking engagements cancelled in the past. The Glass House event was priced at $200 a plate. When the event wasn't cancelled, the group turned to protest on Sunday, and called for a boycott of all of the Briar Group's restaurants, which also include Broken Records Beer Hall, the Harp, Six String Grill and Stage, the Beth Kitchen & Bar, and more. Lead organizer Julia Turcotti, a PhD student at MIT, told Eater in a statement that LGB Courage Coalition's co-director Jaime Reed and Vernadette Broyles, the founder of the Child and Parental Rights Campaign, both scheduled speakers at the dinner, 'have built careers ruining trans lives because of their own ignorance.' Turcotti continues: 'They call a 'threat to society' what they simply cannot understand. As MIT students, and as the Cambridge community, we will always put the full force of our love and solidarity into fighting ANYONE who comes and tells us our neighbors are not worthy of it.' Reed expressed gratitude to the Glass House for not canceling the event and 'standing up for free speech,' per an emailed statement. A DIAG rep echoed the same sentiment, saying that they were 'grateful' to the restaurant for hosting the event and 'not yielding to pressure from activists to silence views they oppose.' According to Turcotti, about 150 people gathered to protest on Sunday afternoon. Protesters held signs that read 'Trans Rights Are Human Rights' and 'HRT Saves Lives' while chanting 'shut it down,' according to videos and photos taken at the event. Cambridge vice mayor Marc McGovern also showed up to protest, holding up a megaphone and saying to a cheering crowd that Cambridge is a community that should be safe and welcoming, and is safe and welcoming, to everybody. 'The event at Glass House is organized and hosted by a private event client,' a representative for the Briar Group said in an emailed statement on Friday, May 16. 'The views of private event clients do not represent Glass House, and we do not assume any responsibility for the views of our guests. Hosting a private event at Glass House is not an endorsement of the organizers' position or opinion. We remain a neutral entity focused on providing excellent hospitality, food, beverage, and dining experiences for those who come through our door.' TransMIT states that rhetoric against transgender people can cost lives, citing research that indicates 82 percent of transgender individuals have considered suicide and 40 percent have attempted suicide. States that passed anti-transgender state legislation saw suicide attempts by transgender and nonbinary youth increase by as much as 72 percent in the months that followed. Eater reached out to the restaurant group again after the protest on Sunday and calls to boycott. They declined to comment further. Sign up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Glass House Brands Announces Mailing of Circular and Establishment of Share-based Long-term Management Incentive Plan Pending Shareholder Approval
LONG BEACH, Calif. and TORONTO, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glass House Brands Inc. ('Glass House' or the 'Company') (CBOE CA: GLAS.A.U) (CBOE CA: (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX:GHBWF), one of the fastest-growing, vertically-integrated cannabis companies in the U.S., today announces the mailing of its management information circular and related materials to shareholders in connection with the upcoming annual and special meeting of shareholders, to be held on June 20, 2025 (the 'Meeting'), where disinterested shareholders will be asked to approve Performance Awards (defined below) associated with the establishment of a long-term management incentive plan and a related increase in the share reserve of the Company's equity incentive plan. On May 15, 2025 (the 'Grant Date'), subject to Disinterested Shareholder and applicable exchange approval, the Board of Directors (the 'Board') approved an initial long-term management incentive plan granting to each of Kyle Kazan, Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Graham Farrar, President, Mark Vendetti, Chief Financial Officer, Hilal Tabsh, Chief Revenue Officer, and Benjamin Vega, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary (each, a 'Recipient') certain performance-based restricted stock units ('RSUs') that vest only if the Company achieves certain share price milestones and the Recipients meet certain time-based vesting requirements (the 'Performance Awards'). Vesting of the Performance Awards will occur over a five-year period and is dependent on the Recipients leading the Company to achieve a minimum $30.00 price per share, with further incremental vesting if the share price reaches or exceeds $60.00 per share. On May 14, 2025, the day prior to the Grant Date, the closing price per share was $6.51. In sharing his thoughts, Mr. Kazan said, 'I believe that to hit the share price targets in the LTIP, Glass House Brands will need to be uplisted on a major exchange, and should that happen, I would expect a renewed focus on this industry, likely with monetary resources never seen. As Glass House has in my view one of the best, if not the best, executing teams in cannabis, I sincerely appreciate the Board granting an incentive package that aligns with investors on a stretch goal. The 'glue in the seat' for the senior team is a helpful motivation to keep the team intact.' The Performance Awards are designed to provide the Recipients with incentives linked to significant long-term shareholder value creation. In aggregate, 3,000,000 performance-based RSUs were granted, representing approximately 2.3% of the fully diluted share-count as of May 14, 2025 assuming the exercise of all outstanding warrants and achievement of a $60.00 share price. Share price performance targets will be measured quarterly using a volume weighted average trading price. Vesting is tied to growth in share price, rather than increases in market capitalization, to align the Performance Awards with long-term shareholder interests and encourage a continued, disciplined approach to treasury management and shares outstanding. Subject to certain limited exceptions, vesting of the Performance Awards is also conditional upon the Recipients' continued service in senior executive roles for a minimum of three years following the Grant Date. Payout of vested Performance Awards will be deferred until the end of the fourth and fifth years, respectively, following the Grant Date. In determining whether to grant the Performance Awards, the Board established a special committee comprised of independent directors (the 'Special Committee') to develop and assess the efficacy of granting such awards, including its risks and alternatives, and to ensure that the grant of such awards to the Recipients would be in the best interests of the Company. The Special Committee retained Hugessen Consulting, an independent compensation consultant, as advisor. The Board and Special Committee believe the Performance Awards are in the best interests of the Company as they further align shareholder, Company, and Recipient interests; encourage Recipient retention; and promote the achievement of the Company's current and future strategic and financial objectives. In connection with the design of the Performance Awards and consistent with best governance practices, the Board adopted a clawback policy, whereby any proceeds received by Recipients under the Performance Awards would be clawed back in the event of certain financial restatements. About Glass House Brands Glass House is one of the fastest-growing, vertically integrated cannabis companies in the U.S., with a dedicated focus on the California market and building leading, lasting brands to serve consumers across all segments. From its greenhouse cultivation operations to its manufacturing practices, from brand-building to retailing, the Company's efforts are rooted in the respect for people, the environment, and the community that co-founders Kyle Kazan, Chairman and CEO, and Graham Farrar, Board Member and President, instilled at the outset. Whether it be through its portfolio of brands, which includes Glass House Farms, PLUS Products, Allswell and Mama Sue Wellness or its network of retail dispensaries throughout the state of California, which includes The Farmacy, Natural Healing Center and The Pottery, Glass House is committed to realizing its vision of excellence: outstanding cannabis products, produced sustainably, for the benefit of all. For more information and company updates, visit and Forward Looking Statements This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements, as defined in applicable securities laws (collectively referred to herein as 'forward-looking statements'). Forward-looking statements reflect current expectations or beliefs regarding future events or the Company's future performance or financial results. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as 'plans', 'expects', 'is expected', 'budget', 'scheduled', 'estimates', 'continues', 'forecasts', 'projects', 'predicts', 'intends', 'anticipates', 'targets' or 'believes', or variations of, or the negatives of, such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results 'may', 'could', 'would', 'should', 'might' or 'will' be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, without limitation, statements regarding the design and implementation of the Performance Awards, the retention of key leadership team members, and the potential future growth in share price. All forward-looking statements, including those herein, are qualified by this cautionary statement. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in such statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. There are certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking information, including those risks disclosed in the Company's Annual Information Form available on SEDAR+ at and in the Company's Form 40-F available on EDGAR at For more information on the Company, investors are encouraged to review the Company's public filings on SEDAR+ at The forward-looking statements in this news release speak only as of the date of this news release or as of the date or dates specified in such statements. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law. For further information, please contact: Glass House Brands DeCourcey, Vice President of Investor RelationsT: (781) 724-6869E: ir@ Investor Relations Contact: KCSA Strategic CommunicationsPhil CarlsonT: 212-896-1233E: GlassHouse@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Ottawa Citizen
14-05-2025
- Business
- Ottawa Citizen
Glass House Brands and LEEF Announce MSA for The Leaf El Paseo Dispensary and Off-take Agreement
Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LEEF Brands Inc. (CSE: LEEF) (OTCQB: LEEEF) ('LEEF' or the 'Company'), one of California's premier vertical extraction companies, today announced a Management Services Agreement ('MSA') with Glass House Brands, Inc. (CBOE CA: GLAS.A.U) (CBOE CA: (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX: GHBWF), a leading vertically integrated cannabis operator in the United States. Under the MSA, Glass House will manage operations of LEEF's Palm Desert, California, dispensary, 'The Leaf El Paseo,' on behalf of LEEF. Article content Article content Article content This mutually beneficial agreement grants Glass House exclusive rights to manage all dispensary operations, including, but not limited to, the sale of cannabis products, the purchase of cannabis product inventory, and employee management, for an initial period of one year, with the potential for extension. This agreement marks the first of its kind for Glass House. Article content Glass House will assume daily management responsibilities of The Leaf El Paseo, allowing Glass House to expand its retail footprint in California while enabling LEEF to focus on its core business as a premier concentrate provider. The agreement includes an off-take agreement from Glass House to LEEF, securing a significant portion of the annual raw cannabis material required to power LEEF's extraction lines. Article content 'We are excited to work with LEEF, a respected peer in California under this agreement, as we expand our exposure to the Palm Springs market for both retail and wholesale contributions,' said Kyle Kazan, Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Glass House Brands. 'This MSA agreement represents the continued development of our retail operation and reflects our strength and overall solid position in the California market, through execution and on the benefit of the strategic pricing initiatives that we implemented last year. Despite continued challenging market conditions, our retail team has seen same-store sales increase on an annualized basis for five consecutive quarters, and in our most recent quarter, retail revenue growth outperformed the California market by more than 30%. And as all of our decisions are based on what is best for the cannabis consumer, offering our loyalty program to another great area of California is a tremendous win. Plus, Palm Desert is a well-known vacation area.' Article content Article content 'Collaborating with Glass House Brands elevates The Leaf El Paseo and secures a favorable off-take agreement that fulfills a significant portion of our annual supply chain needs for our extraction business,' said Micah Anderson, CEO of LEEF Brands. 'This partnership is a true win-win, allowing LEEF to sharpen our focus on being a leading concentrate provider while enabling Glass House to expand its retail footprint in California. This agreement strengthens LEEF's production capacity and lays the foundation for broader strategic partnerships with Glass House.'
Associated Press
14-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Glass House Brands and LEEF Announce MSA for The Leaf El Paseo Dispensary and Off-Take Agreement
LONG BEACH, Calif. and TORONTO, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glass House Brands Inc. ('Glass House' or the 'Company') (CBOE CA: GLAS.A.U) (CBOE CA: (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX:GHBWF) – one of the fastest-growing, vertically integrated cannabis companies in the United States, and LEEF Brands, Inc. (CSE: LEEF) (OTCQB: LEEEF), one of California's premier vertical extraction companies, today announced a Management Services Agreement ('MSA'). Under the MSA, Glass House will manage operation of LEEF's Palm Desert, CA dispensary 'The LEAF El Paseo' on behalf of LEEF. This mutually beneficial agreement grants Glass House exclusive rights to manage all dispensary operations, including, but not limited to, the sale of cannabis products, the purchase of cannabis product inventory, and employee management, for an initial period of one year, with the potential for extension. This agreement is the first of Glass House's retail management services which it began offering in 2024. Glass House will assume daily management responsibilities of The Leaf El Paseo, allowing Glass House to expand its retail operations in California while enabling LEEF to focus on its core business as a premier concentrate provider. The agreement includes an off-take agreement from Glass House to LEEF, securing a significant portion of the annual raw cannabis material required to power LEEF's extraction lines. 'We are excited to work with LEEF, a respected peer in California under this agreement, as we expand our exposure to the Palm Springs market for both retail and wholesale contributions,' said Kyle Kazan, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of Glass House Brands. 'This MSA agreement, represents the continued development of our retail operation and reflects our strength and overall solid position in the California market. Through execution and on the benefit of the strategic pricing initiatives that we implemented last year, our retail team has seen same store sales increase on an annualized basis for five consecutive quarters despite continued challenging market conditions, and in our most recent quarter retail revenue growth outperformed the California market by more than 30%. And as all of our decisions are based on what is best for the cannabis consumer, offering our loyalty program to another great area of California is a tremendous win. Plus Palm Desert is a well know vacation area.' 'Collaborating with Glass House Brands elevates The Leaf El Paseo and secures a favorable off-take agreement that fulfills a significant portion of our annual supply chain needs for our extraction business,' said Micah Anderson, CEO of LEEF Brands. 'This partnership is a true win-win, allowing LEEF to sharpen our focus on being a leading concentrate provider while enabling Glass House to expand its retail footprint in California. This agreement strengthens LEEF's production capacity and lays the foundation for broader strategic partnerships with Glass House.' About Glass House Brands Glass House is one of the fastest-growing, vertically integrated cannabis companies in the U.S., with a dedicated focus on the California market and building leading, lasting brands to serve consumers across all segments. From its greenhouse cultivation operations to its manufacturing practices, from brand-building to retailing, the company's efforts are rooted in the respect for people, the environment, and the community that co-founders Kyle Kazan, Chairman and CEO, and Graham Farrar, Board Member and President, instilled at the outset. Whether it be through Its portfolio of brands, which includes Glass House Farms, PLUS Products, Allswell and Mama Sue Wellness or its network of retail dispensaries throughout the state of California, which includes The Farmacy, Natural Healing Center and The Pottery, Glass House is committed to realizing its vision of excellence: outstanding cannabis products, produced sustainably, for the benefit of all. For more information and company updates, visit and About LEEF Brands, Inc. LEEF Brands Inc. is a leading California-based extraction and manufacturing cannabis company, recognized for its large-scale vertical integration and as one of the state's most sophisticated operators. With a comprehensive supply chain, cutting-edge manufacturing processes, and a dynamic bulk concentrate portfolio, LEEF powers some of the largest brands in the country. For more information, visit Forward Looking Statements This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements, as defined in applicable securities laws (collectively referred to herein as 'forward-looking statements'). Forward-looking statements reflect current expectations or beliefs regarding future events or the Company's future performance or financial results. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Often, but not always, forward- looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as 'plans', 'expects', 'is expected', 'budget', 'scheduled', 'estimates', 'continues', 'forecasts', 'projects', 'predicts', 'intends', 'anticipates', 'targets' or 'believes', or variations of, or the negatives of, such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results 'may', 'could', 'would', 'should', 'might' or 'will' be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's financial outlook or operational plans and statements related to future market conditions. All forward-looking statements, including those herein, are qualified by this cautionary statement. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in such statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. There are certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking information, including those risks disclosed in the Company's Annual Information Form available on SEDAR+ at and in the Company's Form 40-F available on EDGAR at For more information on the Company, investors are encouraged to review the Company's public filings on SEDAR+ at The forward-looking statements and financial outlooks contained in this news release speak only as of the date of this news release or as of the date or dates specified in such statements. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward- looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law. For further information, please contact: Glass House Brands Inc. Jon DeCourcey, Vice President of Investor Relations T: (781) 724-6869 E: [email protected] Investor Relations Contact: KCSA Strategic Communications Phil Carlson T: 212-896-1233 E: [email protected]
