The Executor
Atlanta, Georgia | Film Feature
Mystery, Drama
This project is a narrative film that supports the independent film community. Your support goes a long way to growing the creative arts for local actors and filmmakers. This story of love, charity, and mystery emphasizes the need for support from family and loved ones.
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Goal: $10,000 for production
This project is a narrative film that supports the independent film community. Your support goes a long way to growing the creative arts for local actors and filmmakers. This story of love, charity, and mystery emphasizes the need for support from family and loved ones.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
This Mystery/ Drama film is about the death of a powerful and childless international business magnate, which triggers a psychologically charged battle for her vast fortune orchestrated by her Executor. Eleven finalists arrive at a posh venue, hoping to claim a fortune from their mysterious host. At the center of the game is a sharply dressed Executor who serves as judge, guide, and enforcer of the rules laid out in the will of the mysterious mogul. The gun concealed in his coat, which he brandishes willingly, highlights the stakes. Game play eliminates each contestant one by one, raising suspicions due to what some call targeted rather than random events. The players soon realize, after unavoidable suspicion that something is amiss, someone is controlling the game.
Who is it?
THE PROJECT
This film is a fascinating thriller called The Executor. It’s A mystery-driven narrative about secrets, greed, and the power of legacy. When a group of strangers gathers to hear the will of a powerful mogul, they soon realize that wealth comes at a cost, and the executor isn’t just handing out money; he’s carrying out her final game. The script was written by Taz Lake, a talented and gifted screenwriter.
SHOW CROSS
SUCCESSION Meets THE GAME Meets THE MENU
The creative community has always been a source of strength, encouragement, and entertainment. This film represents independent artists who have found ways to be creative and build support from within. Production of The Executor expands the reach of the independent creative community and will show that creatives can self-support with effort and hard work.
By participating in this project with us, you will be a part of a collaborative collective that fosters a breeding ground for talented independent creators in an industry that has suffered in the past year. You will help to empower creatives to tell authentic stories that may never be told. We give space to diverse voices and bring new perspectives to the screen.
ACTORS ARMY ON SET
THE FILM
The Executor will be filmed in 2026 with the members of the Actors Army. The film will be directed by Jac Roberts and produced by Daisy Pareja, Joe Howell, and Ken Feinberg. Our creative team has already been successful in producing films like "Guest With Benefits", "Collateral Breakup", and "The Unexpected Guest". The goal for The Executor is to continue to support the independent film community and share this positive and entertaining story.
The creative community has always been a source of strength, encouragement, and entertainment. This film represents independent artists who have found ways to be creative and build support from within.
ABOUT US
Actors Army is a close-knit group of diverse actors and filmmakers from Atlanta to New York. The group was created in May 2020. Storytelling is at the heart of what we do, and this project represents the best in community art and filmmaking from talented and professional storytellers. Actors Army
Our actors and filmmakers participate in all types of film and television projects across the country, for major film studios, television networks, and streaming channels. The goal for Actors Army is to elevate knowledge and talent in our industry, and to create and constantly expand. Actors Army has produced four short films since 2020.
We are pleased to announce that the cast of our film will comprise some of the members of our talented Actors Army.
Our strategy is to be fully funded by December 2025. We are already in Pre-Production and preparing for Principal Photography in early 2026. The film will be in Post-Production in spring 2026 and then ready for festivals by the Fall of 2026
Where will this film be seen?
Our ultimate goal is wider distribution of our full film via a major studio/online streaming platform (i.e. Hulu, Xfinity, Amazon). Still, our more immediate goal is the completion of this film and sharing it with YOU. We plan to submit this film to some of the most highly acclaimed film festivals around the world and debut it to our supporters via a virtual screening.
What will your contributions cover?
The contributions to our campaign will not only help reimburse the expenses from our first round of filming, but they will also cover the payments of our production staff, the cost of equipment.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
PLEDGE TO OUR CAMPAIGN WITH OUR FISCAL SPONSOR
The Executor is a fiscally sponsored project of The Big Picture Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit independent media arts organization. Contributions on behalf of The Executor are payable to The Big Picture Foundation (through Seed and Spark) and are tax-deductible, less the value of any goods or services received, as allowed by law. The value of goods and services being offered will be given upon request.
Our stretch Goal is an additional $5,000 which will go towards additional equipment needed to shoot the film. Our desire is to run a budget-friendly production and execute filming on a conservative cost basis. We will compensate our cast and crew within our means. We are also seeking In-Kind sponsors to supplement the overall budget and reduce costs wherever applicable.
Follow us on social Media for regular updates on our status and upcoming events.
www.actorsarmy.com
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Pre- Production
Costs $900
Development cost for script, Preparation of cast and crew. This includes legal and Insurance.
Principal Photography
Costs $5,400
Cost of filming, pays cast/crew, and covers expenses for main production operations.
Set Operations
Costs $2,500
All support costs for on-set work. Includes Catering and craft services.
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
ABOUT THIS TEAM
DAISY PAREJA
Daisy Pareja was last seen as Dr. Dresden in Tyler Perry's "Divorced Sistas" in 2025. She is experienced in playing a range of blue-collar and sophisticated, warm yet tough moms/caretakers to the cultured Latina professionals. Some say she's a Latina version of Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Emily In Paris). Defender of the vulnerable, she can kill you with kindness (in English & Spanish, and with attitude too)! Daisy started out as a news reporter and producer working for Univision and CNN En Español. When "Hollywood moved to Georgia" due to tax incentives, Daisy got her first break in the feature film, "Anchorman 2", alongside Will Ferrell and Christina Applegate. She crossed over to acting full-time, enrolled in classes, and continues to train in the craft. Additionally, she works with her dialect coach and mentor on a regular basis. Daisy is also a producer, a writer, and she is the co-founder of Actors Army, a community of working actors and filmmakers from Atlanta to New York.
JAC ROBERTS
With two decades of professional experience as a videographer and editor, Jac has produced many projects that range from the modest to the complex; this includes media for film/television, advertising/marketing, music videos, corporate videos, and independent ventures. Jac believes the perfect sequence of images is a combination of stunning visuals, great storytelling, and technical excellence. As of recently, a short film that Jac directed and edited, “Unresolved Phenomena,” won Best Short Film: Festival Director’s Award at the Cannes Short Film Festival 2022.
KEN FEINBERG
Ken Feinberg has been producing, directing, writing, and acting for over 25 years in award-winning films, hit television series, and major theater projects in Los Angeles, New York, Florida, and Atlanta. He has won numerous awards in more than 100 productions, and he has achieved a great deal in the years he's been in Hollywood after nurturing his career in New York, Florida, and Atlanta. Ken Feinberg founded Creative Studios of Atlanta in 2005 after relocating to Atlanta after years of working in Los Angeles. Feinberg recently wrapped producing/directing the award-winning feature "Love and Taxes".
JOE HOWELL
Producer Joe Howell is the Managing Director of Stage Ten Media, a Film and Media Production Company. Joe has worked in the film and music industries for over 20 years as a filmmaker, engineer, music producer, director, and writer. He produced the feature documentary film "Let The Church Say" (p.g.a), which was nominated at the 2022 American Black Film Festival and the 2023 Pan African Film Festival. The film received an ICFF Audience Choice Award and the 2023 Detroit Black Film Festival award for Best Documentary. In 2023, Joe produced the narrative feature film "Fatal Consequences" (p.g.a). He also produced the documentary feature "Built By Faith".
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
This Mystery/ Drama film is about the death of a powerful and childless international business magnate, which triggers a psychologically charged battle for her vast fortune orchestrated by her Executor. Eleven finalists arrive at a posh venue, hoping to claim a fortune from their mysterious host. At the center of the game is a sharply dressed Executor who serves as judge, guide, and enforcer of the rules laid out in the will of the mysterious mogul. The gun concealed in his coat, which he brandishes willingly, highlights the stakes. Game play eliminates each contestant one by one, raising suspicions due to what some call targeted rather than random events. The players soon realize, after unavoidable suspicion that something is amiss, someone is controlling the game.
Who is it?
THE PROJECT
This film is a fascinating thriller called The Executor. It’s A mystery-driven narrative about secrets, greed, and the power of legacy. When a group of strangers gathers to hear the will of a powerful mogul, they soon realize that wealth comes at a cost, and the executor isn’t just handing out money; he’s carrying out her final game. The script was written by Taz Lake, a talented and gifted screenwriter.
SHOW CROSS
SUCCESSION Meets THE GAME Meets THE MENU
The creative community has always been a source of strength, encouragement, and entertainment. This film represents independent artists who have found ways to be creative and build support from within. Production of The Executor expands the reach of the independent creative community and will show that creatives can self-support with effort and hard work.
By participating in this project with us, you will be a part of a collaborative collective that fosters a breeding ground for talented independent creators in an industry that has suffered in the past year. You will help to empower creatives to tell authentic stories that may never be told. We give space to diverse voices and bring new perspectives to the screen.
ACTORS ARMY ON SET
THE FILM
The Executor will be filmed in 2026 with the members of the Actors Army. The film will be directed by Jac Roberts and produced by Daisy Pareja, Joe Howell, and Ken Feinberg. Our creative team has already been successful in producing films like "Guest With Benefits", "Collateral Breakup", and "The Unexpected Guest". The goal for The Executor is to continue to support the independent film community and share this positive and entertaining story.
The creative community has always been a source of strength, encouragement, and entertainment. This film represents independent artists who have found ways to be creative and build support from within.
ABOUT US
Actors Army is a close-knit group of diverse actors and filmmakers from Atlanta to New York. The group was created in May 2020. Storytelling is at the heart of what we do, and this project represents the best in community art and filmmaking from talented and professional storytellers. Actors Army
Our actors and filmmakers participate in all types of film and television projects across the country, for major film studios, television networks, and streaming channels. The goal for Actors Army is to elevate knowledge and talent in our industry, and to create and constantly expand. Actors Army has produced four short films since 2020.
We are pleased to announce that the cast of our film will comprise some of the members of our talented Actors Army.
Our strategy is to be fully funded by December 2025. We are already in Pre-Production and preparing for Principal Photography in early 2026. The film will be in Post-Production in spring 2026 and then ready for festivals by the Fall of 2026
Where will this film be seen?
Our ultimate goal is wider distribution of our full film via a major studio/online streaming platform (i.e. Hulu, Xfinity, Amazon). Still, our more immediate goal is the completion of this film and sharing it with YOU. We plan to submit this film to some of the most highly acclaimed film festivals around the world and debut it to our supporters via a virtual screening.
What will your contributions cover?
The contributions to our campaign will not only help reimburse the expenses from our first round of filming, but they will also cover the payments of our production staff, the cost of equipment.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
PLEDGE TO OUR CAMPAIGN WITH OUR FISCAL SPONSOR
The Executor is a fiscally sponsored project of The Big Picture Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit independent media arts organization. Contributions on behalf of The Executor are payable to The Big Picture Foundation (through Seed and Spark) and are tax-deductible, less the value of any goods or services received, as allowed by law. The value of goods and services being offered will be given upon request.
Our stretch Goal is an additional $5,000 which will go towards additional equipment needed to shoot the film. Our desire is to run a budget-friendly production and execute filming on a conservative cost basis. We will compensate our cast and crew within our means. We are also seeking In-Kind sponsors to supplement the overall budget and reduce costs wherever applicable.
Follow us on social Media for regular updates on our status and upcoming events.
www.actorsarmy.com
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Pre- Production
Costs $900
Development cost for script, Preparation of cast and crew. This includes legal and Insurance.
Principal Photography
Costs $5,400
Cost of filming, pays cast/crew, and covers expenses for main production operations.
Set Operations
Costs $2,500
All support costs for on-set work. Includes Catering and craft services.
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
ABOUT THIS TEAM
DAISY PAREJA
Daisy Pareja was last seen as Dr. Dresden in Tyler Perry's "Divorced Sistas" in 2025. She is experienced in playing a range of blue-collar and sophisticated, warm yet tough moms/caretakers to the cultured Latina professionals. Some say she's a Latina version of Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Emily In Paris). Defender of the vulnerable, she can kill you with kindness (in English & Spanish, and with attitude too)! Daisy started out as a news reporter and producer working for Univision and CNN En Español. When "Hollywood moved to Georgia" due to tax incentives, Daisy got her first break in the feature film, "Anchorman 2", alongside Will Ferrell and Christina Applegate. She crossed over to acting full-time, enrolled in classes, and continues to train in the craft. Additionally, she works with her dialect coach and mentor on a regular basis. Daisy is also a producer, a writer, and she is the co-founder of Actors Army, a community of working actors and filmmakers from Atlanta to New York.
JAC ROBERTS
With two decades of professional experience as a videographer and editor, Jac has produced many projects that range from the modest to the complex; this includes media for film/television, advertising/marketing, music videos, corporate videos, and independent ventures. Jac believes the perfect sequence of images is a combination of stunning visuals, great storytelling, and technical excellence. As of recently, a short film that Jac directed and edited, “Unresolved Phenomena,” won Best Short Film: Festival Director’s Award at the Cannes Short Film Festival 2022.
KEN FEINBERG
Ken Feinberg has been producing, directing, writing, and acting for over 25 years in award-winning films, hit television series, and major theater projects in Los Angeles, New York, Florida, and Atlanta. He has won numerous awards in more than 100 productions, and he has achieved a great deal in the years he's been in Hollywood after nurturing his career in New York, Florida, and Atlanta. Ken Feinberg founded Creative Studios of Atlanta in 2005 after relocating to Atlanta after years of working in Los Angeles. Feinberg recently wrapped producing/directing the award-winning feature "Love and Taxes".
JOE HOWELL
Producer Joe Howell is the Managing Director of Stage Ten Media, a Film and Media Production Company. Joe has worked in the film and music industries for over 20 years as a filmmaker, engineer, music producer, director, and writer. He produced the feature documentary film "Let The Church Say" (p.g.a), which was nominated at the 2022 American Black Film Festival and the 2023 Pan African Film Festival. The film received an ICFF Audience Choice Award and the 2023 Detroit Black Film Festival award for Best Documentary. In 2023, Joe produced the narrative feature film "Fatal Consequences" (p.g.a). He also produced the documentary feature "Built By Faith".