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Make a Wish – Happy New Year 2025

As we enter a new year, I would like to invite you to make a wish, because hope always exists.

Being the publisher of Heart Of Hollywood Magazine has given me the privilege to share a small part of many remarkable journeys. Every page our team has worked on is crafted with love and a touch of magic.

I want to extend my deepest appreciation to all our Heart Of Hollywood Magazine readers and our vibrant, interactive community.

In 2024, we proudly participated in the Cannes Film Festival once again. Heart Of Hollywood Magazine co-produced an event with Monopole that many considered one of the best during the Cannes Film Festival. Upon returning to Los Angeles, we hosted two highly meaningful events in Hollywood for industry professionals.

The first event featured tailored panels for directors, producers, and distributors, while the second event focused on talent. We brought together casting directors, film directors, modeling agencies, and PR experts to provide valuable insights.

We also had the honor of collaborating with CEO Mitesh Patel as part of the inaugural American Film Convention in Los Angeles. Our magazine worked to raise awareness about this convention, which was designed to bring filmmakers together. At this event, we hosted a panel on selecting the right partners for a project—from inception to distribution—where I had the honor of moderating. The panel featured an impressive lineup:

Steven Istock, CEO of California Pictures
Gustavo Sampaio, CEO of the NoHo CineFest
Claire Chubbuck, CEO of Cathartic Realism
Isabella Blake-Thomas, Founder & CEO of Mother and Daughter Entertainment Company
Elizabeth Blake-Thomas, Founder & Resident Director of Mother and Daughter Entertainment Company

Additionally, our magazine editor, Sandy Rodriguez, conducted a special investigation into the role of AI in filmmaking. She even became a speaker on this topic, and we will continue to explore AI advancements in 2025 by hosting further panels. I encourage you to visit our website and check out Sandy’s book, Choose to Prevail, which is available in our bookstore—autographed!

For those who believe in dreams and would like to make a wish with me, exactly at 12:00 AM on New Year’s, this is what I will be doing:

In a couple of hours, I will go to the market, get some grapes, come back home, wash them, and select 12 grapes. When the clock strikes 12:00 AM, I will start eating each grape, making a wish for each one I eat. Ever since I can remember, all my wishes have come true.

I have never missed a year, and this is a tradition I’ve followed with my family since I was a very young child. I hope all your dreams come true, too.

You made Heart Of Hollywood special. Thank you for reading our magazine, attending our events, sponsoring us, and being there for us on social media. We deeply appreciate your support and love.

Happy New Year 2025! This Year is going to ROCK ;)

Sincerely,

Giovanna Salas

Publisher & Founder, Heart Of Hollywood Magazine