Premier Episode of Masters of Valor Now in Post!!!

(from left) Nick Kapanke, Robert E. Wilhelm, & John Orrison

Been a few months since the last post but we only post when there’s some actual news; it’s official – the premier episode of “Masters of Valor” (formerly “Masters of War” ) is now “in the can” & in post production!!! It was a whirlwind several days’ shoot. A lot to get in in a finite amount of time. Thanks to living legend Bill Rebane – for lending his invaluable experience & keen oversight – and the tireless efforts of the pros at Parthe Productions – Nick Kapanke, John Orrison, & Paul Lemanager – . These guys are absolute masters at what they do. Also thanks go out to the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center of Superior, WI for their invaluable assistance in helping comple...

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Bolts of Electricity through us and the projects!!!! Been away from blog posting too long but have been deep in the trenches doing the work that is Independent Film; when you’re an independent filmmaker, it’s all on YOU: writing/producing/production capital fundraising/etc. We were fortuitous to meet the venerable Bill Rebane who we’re mighty proud to have onboard as Executive Producer on SCORCHED EARTH:The Other Side of World War II. (Ck out the new website!!! Still under construction but we’re live!!!) If anyone knows independent film, it’s Bill Rebane, who has been a true pioneer in this industry as well as an Entrepreneur – this quote is from his Wikipedia Page: 

“Rebane is credited with the introduction of the first 360 degree (wrap around) motion picture process to the M...

No – we haven’t vanished or been abducted by aliens (yet!)! No – just been deep in the trenches working on projects and putting others together, namely one SCORCHED EARTH:The Other Side of World War II feature film by name. Some real impressive advancements  as of late. It’s an ambitious project to be sure but then again, why play small ball? Life’s too short. All of us only have one go around on this earth, why not go for the gold? Let someone else settle for the bronze. As you can see, some impressive attachments already, there are some others we can’t divulge at this point but will do so when possible. Nailed down is a complete & prepared budget, vetted & well-seasoned production group, locale, reenactment groups, & armored vehicles...

Woah!!! How time gets away – far too long between blog posts!!! Our sincerest apologies but we’ve been going from one project to another without interruption. Since then, our very own Robert E. Wilhelm has appeared in several shorts as well as working with the legendary Russ Woody on a special performance of his new pilot Deleria. He’s also slated to shoot some pick-ups on his latest indie feature Candid Carmen & Co., directed by Noé Obregon Escobar. It’s a rollicking, comedy/drama about the pits and pratfalls of a street theatre group in L.A. Also stars Katy Bodenhamer,  Alejandra Morin,  Lissette Feliciano León, Jesse Pimentel, Jovanna Nicole, and Takaaki Hirakawa...

Whoa! – What happened to Summer 2015!!!??? Boy that went lighting fast!!! We’re way overdue for a blog post and things are taking off so here we go…

Ladies & Gentlemen, we live in exciting times, to wit:

Big – B-I-G NEWS : THE MARSCHER LORDS:Brotherhood or Death is now a full length feature film!!! New Executive Producer came onboard who absolutely LOVES the entire concept as well as the script and sees it as a full length feature film instead of a short (well, in the interests of full disclosure so did we!!!). Dearest thanks go to Project Manager Adela Taylor for putting together the Project Book to that made it – as it is – eminently unique and ultimately unforgettable!!! Add to this we proudly announce the addition of our cast member – Yul Spencer – AKA “KOOL YUL” – to the production.

It’s Premiere Time!!!

Cast of Dark Dunes’ Production of “Harbinger Down” at Premier: Egyptian Theatre, Hollywood CA.

Be Careful What You Bring Onboard!!! Director Alec Gillis‘ “‘Harbinger Down’” debuted at the Egyptian Theatre Official Site in Hollywood this past week – kudos to all including our very own Edwin H Bravo (in the role of “Atka”)!!! The cast includes the legendary Lance Henriksen and actors Matt Winston, Giovonnie Samuels, Camille Balsamo, Winston James Francis (one of the biggest fellows we’ve ever run into but also one of the nicest!), Milla Bjorn, Reid Collums, Michael Estime,  Mick Ignis, Jason Speer,  and Craig W. Sturtz. Take a bow One & All & special kudos to Producer Extraordinaìre Jennifer Tung, and to  Tom Woodruff of StudioADI & Dark Dunes Productions for ...

Hoo-rah!!! A new year brings new opportunities!!! We’re moving right along with Masters of War: Soldiers of Distinction. Thanks to the efforts of our relentless & exceptional Executive Producer – Mo Fitzgibbon – of WalkerFitzgibbon.com & she’s fresh from working with the always effervescent Gloria Estefan – we’ve got a major agency looking on packaging the entire series since it’s expected over at a major production company. More on this as it develops.

Masters of War: Soldiers of Distinction Executive Producer Mo Fitzgibbon (on left) with Gloria Estefan.

In addition, our efforts in nailing down a Veteran’s Charity continue apace (see below), and should be ironed out tout suite. In the wake of the release of Clint Eastwood‘s American Sniper, highlighting the career of America’s most s...

They’re Here: THE MARSCHER LORDS:Brotherhood or Death TEASERS I & II!!!

Ladies & Gentlemen – an objective secured!!! THE MARSCHER LORDS:Brotherhood or Death Promo Videos were finished just yesterday!!! Thanks go out to the whole production crew: Producers Adela Taylor (who also doubled as Production Coordinator)  & Ruby Emerald Diamond & her husband Bill, Lenser Extraordinaire David Hansen-Sturm for both his excellent work as a DP and in the editing bay, the always excellent & enthralling Edwin H Bravo!!! The venerable Stephen Rollins stepping in to stalwartly portray the Church Donations Manager & thankfully Julian Dorame came in at literally the last second to portray our Donations Recipient (the previously individual cast flaked on us that morning!! (Welcome to LA!!!) and Aubreeanna C...

THE MARSCHER LORDS:Brotherhood or Death is Now on IMDB!!!

As previously mentioned, THE MARSCHER LORDS: Brotherhood or Death Promo Video/Commercial is now in the process of being scored – with ORIGINAL MUSIC!!! Composer Drew Tretick unfortunately became detained on one of his current projects so he referred the scoring duties to his close friend Hans Karl, who we couldn’t be happier to have aboard!!! Keeping it all in the family!!! The initial work on the shorter of the videos (yes – there is more than one! ;<) is more than promising & Hans is incredibly excited to be working on it!!! The music itself evokes masculinity, raw emotion, power,  loneliness, gentleness, honor, respect, kindness, & love. Of course tying it all together are the moving pictures it will itself overlay...

It’s Official!!! – Major Recording Artist Drew Tretick Joins THE MARSCHER LORDS:Brotherhood or Death Production Team as Composer/Scorer!!!

Drew Tretick brings a veritable wealth of experience & knowledge to this production; a true virtuoso at the tender age of five, later – in his teens -recognized as a Presidential Scholar of the Arts & accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School of Music in New York City. He has recorded on soundtracks for major motion pictures & appeared on both television & radio networks including ABC, NBC, ESPN, & PBS. His experience recording & performing with such legends as Tony Bennett, Stevie Wonder, Chris Isaak, Glenn Campbell, Ivan Gancedo, John Denver, the legendary Doc Serverinsen, the London Symphony Orchestra, & the Slovak National Orchestra...