A young man is lured into the world of backyard boxing in order to save his mother's life.
A young man is lured into the world of backyard boxing in order to save his mother's life.
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About The Project
My goal is to craft a compelling story, featuring a diverse cast of Filipino and Mexican Americans that honestly reflects the people who live in the Valley, people whom have never really been portrayed on film.Growing up mixed race, I never really saw myself or my friends represented in the movies. As cultural representation inches its way into the national dialogue, audiences continue to challenge the old fashioned way of thinking that says films featuring diverse casts are only for niche audiences.With Cross, I have an opportunity to make a film with multicultural characters who are the major players in a story that more mainstream movies would White wash.To take the next step in my filmmaking career and to make this film a reality, I’ll need to enlist a veteran crew and professional equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, professional actors, a camera, lenses, lights, make-up, costumes, props, as as well as funds for post production, color correction, sound mixing, film festival entry fees, and of course the basics likes food, water and coffee.With your help, I will draw upon a talented cast and crew in order to craft an emotionally compelling and culturally honest story that will speak to all audiences.
Incentives
$5
Any contribution of $5 or more earns you a super shout out on Facebook & Twitter! Make sure we get your Twitter handle so we can mention you.$10
Want to see how the shoot goes? We will send one digital picture from set AND a copy of the shooting script!
$25
You just gave us $25! We are so grateful we will send you a presonalized thank you video as well as the other two incentives.
$50
Do you want to see the film before it is released online to the public or plays at festivals? Well now you can. We will send you a digital download/link to the completed film before it is released as well as the previous rewards.
$100
Want to see your name on screen? For $100 you will get a Special Thanks Credit in the film and on IMDB. We will also send you a digital photo book of photos from set and give you all the previous rewards.
$250
Have you been dreaming about having a Cross Poster hanging in your room? US TOO! In addition to all of the previous great rewards, we will send you an official autographed 11x17 Cross Poster.
$500
Thanks for your support! Want to see some Movie Magic? You are invited to visit us on set and see the film get made and take pictures with us. You also get all previous rewards.
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$1,000
You are awesome! In addition to all previous rewards, you just got yourself a VIP invite to the Cross Wrap Party where you will get the chance to showcase your boxing skills (or lack thereof) by sparring with the director in a Sock'em Bopper Showdown.
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$1,500
Wow you just gave us 10% of our budget!! Thank you so much! You will recieve an Associate Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. In addition to all previous rewards, you also get to have one script read by Writer/Director Gerry Maravilla and meet with him to go over any notes he may have.
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$2,500
Wow you just gave us over 15% of our budget!! We are forever grateful. You will recieve a Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. You will also get the chance to sit down with either BrightSparks or M.A.D. Elephant (your choice) and pitch your project or get advice (Los Angeles area only; trasportaiton not included). You also get all of the previous rewards.
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$3,500
Wow you just gave us over 20% of our budget!! You are our Hero! You will recieve an Executive Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. We will give you all the other rewards plus you can have TWO pitch meetings one with BrightSparks and one with M.A.D. Elephant (Los Angeles area only; trasportaiton not included). Wait there's more. We will even wash your car at the Wrap Party!!
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$5
Any contribution of $5 or more earns you a super shout out on Facebook & Twitter! Make sure we get your Twitter handle so we can mention you.$10
Want to see how the shoot goes? We will send one digital picture from set AND a copy of the shooting script!
$25
You just gave us $25! We are so grateful we will send you a presonalized thank you video as well as the other two incentives.
$50
Do you want to see the film before it is released online to the public or plays at festivals? Well now you can. We will send you a digital download/link to the completed film before it is released as well as the previous rewards.
$100
Want to see your name on screen? For $100 you will get a Special Thanks Credit in the film and on IMDB. We will also send you a digital photo book of photos from set and give you all the previous rewards.
$250
Have you been dreaming about having a Cross Poster hanging in your room? US TOO! In addition to all of the previous great rewards, we will send you an official autographed 11x17 Cross Poster.
$500
Thanks for your support! Want to see some Movie Magic? You are invited to visit us on set and see the film get made and take pictures with us. You also get all previous rewards.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$1,000
You are awesome! In addition to all previous rewards, you just got yourself a VIP invite to the Cross Wrap Party where you will get the chance to showcase your boxing skills (or lack thereof) by sparring with the director in a Sock'em Bopper Showdown.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$1,500
Wow you just gave us 10% of our budget!! Thank you so much! You will recieve an Associate Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. In addition to all previous rewards, you also get to have one script read by Writer/Director Gerry Maravilla and meet with him to go over any notes he may have.
Claimed: 0 of 3
$2,500
Wow you just gave us over 15% of our budget!! We are forever grateful. You will recieve a Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. You will also get the chance to sit down with either BrightSparks or M.A.D. Elephant (your choice) and pitch your project or get advice (Los Angeles area only; trasportaiton not included). You also get all of the previous rewards.
Claimed: 0 of 2
$3,500
Wow you just gave us over 20% of our budget!! You are our Hero! You will recieve an Executive Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. We will give you all the other rewards plus you can have TWO pitch meetings one with BrightSparks and one with M.A.D. Elephant (Los Angeles area only; trasportaiton not included). Wait there's more. We will even wash your car at the Wrap Party!!
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About This Team
THE CREW
Writer/Director/Executive Producer: Gerardo 'Gerry' Maravilla
Gerry is a MexicanAmerican independent filmmaker living in Los Angeles, CA. He is passionate about projects that focus on outsiders of the mainstream American and popculture experience.In 2011, he collaborated with the youth empowerment organization, Casa Clementina, to direct a series of short documentaries on the Suchitoto Jazz Festival, a festival aimed to raise awareness of musicians in the Central American nation of El Salvador.He earned his BA in Art History and Visual Arts with an emphasis in Film and Media Studies from Occidental College. His short scifi thriller, "Patient 1221," and its accompanying alternate reality game received distinction from his graduating class.His 2010 short "Donna", premiered at the Action on Film Festival and has earned over fourteen thousand views on Vimeo.Executive Producer: B. Rich AdamsB. Rich Adams is the CEO of Brightsparks Entertainment as well as head of development and a partner in Rio Vista Universal. With a varied and diverse background in music production, technology, hosting, TV production and screenwriting, he has worked on numerous creative and commercial projects, from chart topping singles and music videos to award winning shorts and commercials.In 2009, after forming a sketch comedy group with F.S.U. Film School students, B. Rich started writing scripts for TV and thenwent on to produce and co-host the local hit TV show “ Live In Tallahassee”. After three seasons, he moved on to pursue screenwriting professionally.In 2012, B. Rich moved to Los Angeles. As a producer on several projects such as docu-reality series “Back From the Dead” scripted serial “Attaché ” and “The Shift” TV series, he manages a diverse slate of scripted and unscripted TV and film projects in various stages of development.Producer: Melanie DiPietroMelanie DiPietro is the CEO of M.A.D. Elephant, Inc. After editing for 10 years, she got her start in producing at the University of Miami where she produced three award winning short films, two of which were screened at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles. After moving to LA in 2011, she has worked on several projects as Producer, Assistant Director, or Script Supervisor. Her latest feature film, THE SHIFT, starring Leo Oliva and Danny Glover, won the Audience Choice Award at the Palm Beach International Film Festival in 2013 and just secured domestic distribution. THE SHIFT was the first feature she produced with her producing partner, Leo Oliva. The team has several projects in development.Producer: Leo OlivaLeo Oliva is CEO of Oliva Productions and Head of Development for M.A.D. Elephant, Inc, He graduated from the University of Miami School of Nursing in 2006. In addition to being a registered nurse, Leo is a trained actor. In 2009, he officially became a graduate of the Sanford Meisner Studio in Burbank, Calif. He was the Lead Actor/Writer/Executive Producer of THE SHIFT, starring alongside Danny Glover. Before writing THE SHIFT, Leo wrote, produced and starred in a short film, SPOILS OF WAR. His other acting credits include the FX TV show LOUIE and the feature film STRIKE ONE with Danny Trejo.
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CAST
"Cross": Jason S. MordenoJason S. Mordeno is an Asian American actor/filmmaker from Los Angeles, CA. Enamored with art and business, Jason devotes his time learning and crafting his skills in order to pave his way through as a student of the industry.In 2013, Jason garnered his first acting role as a lead in an American adaptation of the popular Korean drama "Boys Over Flowers". In 2014, Jason joined Homeroom Production/Creative, an "everything" production company specializing in creative/entertainment needs as well as content creation of their own."Cross" will be Jason's first starring role in a short and feature film.Jason is also a music artist under the moniker A-Son. You can check out his music and like his page below. -
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