We’re Pushing Forward with Pickups….Another Chance for YOU to Join the Fight!!!

Hello all you awesome supporters of Fight 4 Your Life!  We’re pushing forward with some key pickup shoots and need some extra help.  No matter your experience level or production skill set, we would love to have you aboard to lend us a hand with some of these shoots.  The following dates are close, we know.  But we kind of have to just go with the flow on this one.  We can explain upon your contacting us.

  • Tuesday, September 6th, 2016 at the McClellan Conference Center in Sacramento, CA
  • Sunday, September 11th, 2016 at the McClellan Conference Center in Sacramento, CA
  • Monday, September 12th, 2016 at a great location in Davis, CA

Please reach out to us through our contact page.  We look forward to hearing from you!  More news to come.

 

 

– The one studios crew

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Can It Be? Are We FINALLY Getting Our Needed Locations???

It’s been a long, like really long, journey for this project.  Much of the struggle throughout has been with getting adequate events / venues / locations for the end scenes in the film.  For these scenes the script calls for an arena type setting, with a huge atmosphere and crowd of thousands.  When you are making a 100% independent production like Fight 4 Your Life, this is no easy feat.  Hell, it’s no easy feat even if you have tons of investors backing you.

The time it takes to organize your cast and crew alone is absurd.  Then add the actual preparation for the equipment, the shots, the acting, the sound, the costumes, the makeup, etc., and the multitudes of time spent dealing with your location / venue contact….or, in our case, the time spent waiting patiently for an update from your contact…..and you quickly come to a point where months have passed for the process.  It can be frustrating, even more so when you are getting regular “Nos” more than you are getting “Yeses”.

It took us over a year to find a proper venue and willing promoter for our shoot at Oracle Arena in Oakland, CA last year (June of 2015).  And we got approval very last minute, like 2 days before.  Much of our cast couldn’t make it because of that, unfortunately.  So, after this shoot we spent months trying to get even a call back from Oracle to let us back in for vital additional shots.

Guess how many times the Oracle staff actually called us back?  We’ll just say it was less than one.  Yep, if it hadn’t been for our awesome friends at Roc Nation Sports, we never would have even seen the inside of Oracle Arena.

 

Oracle Arena, Roc Nation's Ward vs Smith Event. June 2015

Oracle Arena, Roc Nation’s Ward vs Smith Event. June 2015

 

It’s been eight long months since that Oracle shoot.  Despite our best efforts, we’ve had no luck in finding a worthy venue that approves us getting our vital shots needed….until now.

You see, we’re not complaining about the process we’ve went through.  Not to seem like we are psychics or know-it-alls, but we anticipated this.  And that’s why our patience has been possible.  But even our patience has its limitations.  After all, it’s time to get this thing done!!!

As fate would have it, Roc Nation is putting on another gigantic boxing event at Oracle Arena on March 26, 2016.  We have been in contact with our friends again and things are looking good for us getting back in Oracle, finally, for this event.  It seems we are for sure getting in in some capacity.  How many people we’ll be able to get in and how much we’ll be able to do is still up in the air, as we have to play the waiting game.  But things are looking good!

 

Ward vs Barrera by Roc Nation

Ward vs Barrera by Roc Nation

 

Another venue we’ve been pushing to get into is Sleep Train Arena in Sacramento, CA.  We actually shot some stuff previously in one of the exterior parking lots at Sleep Train.  Having done that we already built a relationship with the staff to some degree.  And, so, we then approached them with the need to shoot interior shots in the actual arena.

As it sits, we are in the process of getting approval by the NBA to get into Sleep Train, which is home to the Sacramento Kings.  A hefty fee is likely going to be required before we step a foot in that place.  But, with any luck, we’ll soon have this location to get our final shots for the spectacular ending scenes in the film!

After years of trying, it seems we might very well end up having two large arenas to complete Fight 4 Your Life.  It’s quite amazing.

Please come out and support F4YL at the March 26th Roc Nation event at Oracle.  Local legend Andre Ward is fighting in the main event!  It’s sure to be a banger!  Last time celebrities such as Michael B. Jordan, Steph Curry and Sway were in attendance.  You can always watch on HBO also!  We’re telling you, this is big!!!

 

B with Sway......nice cool face B. Hahaha!!!!

B with Sway……nice cool face B. Hahaha!!!!

 

And we very well may need lots of extras for the future shoots at Sleep Train, all depending on how we organize our shoots with the arena.  More info on that to come as we solidify things.  But do note it can be a great way for you to not only support, but be a part of the project!  For more info contact us HERE.

Thanks for the continued love everyone!  Keep up the fight!

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

Fight 4 Your Life Teaser Trailer 2 Coming Soon!

It’s been a long time.  We shouldn’t of left you, without a dope trailer to watch move.

WHAT’S UP Fight 4 Your Life supporters and enthusiasts!?  We know.  We know.  We’ve been slacking on our posts, especially those providing info on the film.  Well, we’ve been hard at work with our humble project, making it all it can be!

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We’re fighting hard to bring you the best!

Currently, F4YL is heavy in post production.  We have a few small pickup shoots scheduled to be done by the end of the year.  Due to some of our actors’ availability, we have at least one shoot in early 2016.  YOWZERS!!!  This is taking forever!  But the good thing is we’re continuing to edit while we are forced to wait for certain locations, cast and crew to be available.  It pays to have patience in this game.  And boy has ours been put to the test!

Just know everything is looking good.  How good?  Hmmm….What better way to demonstrate how the film is looking than to just show you!?  Sooooo, we’re going to be releasing the second teaser trailer for Fight 4 Your Life very soon.  It’ll wet those whistles enough to give you some much needed relief from all the agonizing waiting!  And more will follow soon after the second teaser’s release, including new graphics, behind the scenes videos, character descriptions, cast and crew bios, original music and more!…..all of which leads up to the release of the full length trailer……

We hope your excited.  We sure are!  Keep fighting everyone!

And keep on the lookout for the second F4YL teaser trailer…..COMING VERY SOON!

 

– OneMan

 

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Behind the Scenes: Production Pics (PHOTOS)

For all you fans out there, here’s a slideshow of some production pics from the many shoots for Fight 4 Your Life.  Good memories indeed!  More to come!

As always, thanks for your support.

 

 

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

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Behind the Scenes: Tony vs Speed Bag! (VIDEO)

Tony “The Tiger” Lopez still has it!  Watch as Tony demonstrates his speed bag prowess in front of his fellow cast and crew while on set at Center Ring Boxing.  Tony had to shut some peeps up that day on set who called him out…hm hm…Brandon J. Woods.  How could he be doubted?!  Tony was a 3x world champ after all.  Good stuff Tone Loc!

 

 

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

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Join the Fight! Final Casting Call for Fight 4 Your Life!!!

Casting call everyone!!!

one studios is making its final casting call for Fight 4 Your Life!  The following roles are needed for the final shoots scheduled between July 31st – August 10th, 2014.

We are having a very last minute meeting regarding casting, crew and anything else regarding these final shoots on Thursday, July 10 at 6:45 pm at the Arcade Library’s Meeting Room in Sacramento.  The address is…2443 Marconi Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821.  We invite you to attend if you can make it.

Otherwise, please contact the one studios crew at either CastMe@F4YLMovie.com, or, Crew@F4YLMovie.com to either schedule an audition or inquire about helping as crew.  You can also mosey on over to our contact page and shoot us a message there.

Auditions for these final roles are being held on Monday, July 14th in Davis, CA and Tuesday, July 15th in Sacramento AND possibly Davis again.  Yes, this means we might be having a duo of auditions happening at the same time on July 15th.  We are also considering having auditions on Wednesday, July 16th in the San Francisco area.  That will be determined soon!  Please contact us for specific time slots and locations.

Let us know the role(s) you’re interested in, your experience, your availability between now and the shooting duration, your age and please shoot us your resume and head shot.  If you don’t have a resume or head shot, a personal picture and info on your experience will do.  Your experience should correlate to the role(s) you’re going out for.  And please send a full body shot also if the role(s) you’re going out for calls for being physically fit.

The cast of Fight 4 Your Life is filled with fantastic people from all walks of life.  You should be sure to click over to the cast page and check some of their profiles out.  And do the same with our awesome crew!  These are the people you’ll be working with, so, why not get to know them a little?

Also, we like to be very open and direct about the pay situation for this project.  We hate to say it, but these are not paid roles.  We respect your time and craft actors.  We understand and appreciate all the blood, sweat and tears you put into what you do.  Productions don’t happen without you.  However, no one on this project is getting paid, including the crew.

Fight 4 Your Life has always been about bringing the community together and making a movie for the love of the art and to help Nor Cal filmmaking grow.  If we can make proceeds in the long run, surely one studios will give back to all those persons involved in the process.  But our main goal is to give back by getting this project finished.  And we’re 85% done!  So, know that you’d not only be joining a lot of really cool people on a really cool project, but that you’d be coming on board a project that is actually going to see the light of day.  Awesome!

But we totally understand if this isn’t for you.  Paying the bills is pretty important, after all.  We appreciate your support and interest friends.

Now, to the open roles….

 

Athletic, Well Built / Manly Attractive Male Boxer:

  • Age 25-35.  Must be able to play character’s age of between 27-30 in present day AND early 20’s for backflash scene.
  • Between 5’8″-6′  Preferred
  • Between 175-185 lbs
  • Caucasian, due to younger (teenage) version of character also being Caucasian.
  • Muscular and lean needed.  You must be in good physical shape.  Think a boxer’s build.
  • Boxing experience desired.  Martial arts experience or extremely athletic okay.  There will be training.
  • Must be open to physically demanding role.  Please no wimps!  🙂   Challenge yourself!
  • Attractive in the more manly sense.  Not pretty boy attractive.
  • Shirtless scenes required (for boxing).
  • Lead speaking role.
  • Athletic actors preferred, as role requires extensive acting.  However, if you are an athlete/boxer and have the right attitude and can take direction you have a shot!  We need both a good acting AND physical performance.
  • This character is in 3 scenes.

 

Short Character Description:

This character is arrogant and outgoing.  Yes, he is a bit of an ass.  The kind of guy people love to hate.  But he is a legit boxer and can back up his big mouth.  Actor should be athletic with a good build and not shy.  Boxing experience is a huge plus.  He should be somewhat attractive also since this character is a big shot and has always been an alpha male himself.   Actor should be able to play an early 20’s version of this character for a backflash scene, as well as the present day version of this character, which is mid to later 20’s, perhaps 30ish.  Shirtless scenes are required, as he’ll be in a boxing match, of course.   Challenging role for a serious actor.

 

 

Athletic Male / Boxer Type:

  • Age 29-39
  • Athletic and of good physical stature needed.
  • Boxing experience a huge plus.
  • Athletic actors preferred, as role is more acting than boxing.
  • Open to all racial backgrounds and sizes.  Should be in shape though.
  • Minor speaking role.
  • This character is in 4 scenes.


Short Character Description:

This character is a good guy.  Very supportive and a team player.  He doesn’t get pushed around.  He’s tough.  He comes from the hard part of town but hasn’t let that make him do wrong or act wrong.  He can dish it out if needed.  He respects and loves the sport of boxing.  He might not be the best boxer, but he’s an extremely hard worker.  Great guy to train with and have in your corner.

 

 

Prime Female Role – Reporter Type:

  • Between 27-33
  • Can play witty and strong minded woman.
  • Attractive and keeps self in decent shape. Not looking for a super model. Natural beauty. Cute. Someone that is on the go.
  • Reporting experience a plus.
  • Open to all racial backgrounds and sizes. But, again, must be in decent shape. Think of a field reporter and how they tend to be.
  • Speaking role with significant screen time.
  • This character is in 3 scenes.

 

Character Description:

This character is the classic reporter, tenacious and daring to get the story. She’s not shy and can be very sly. She’s out for the best stories to prove herself. She won’t back down and some even view her as a pest. She really just driven, always thinking. Very bright.

She’s in love with her work. And she has passion for the truth. She holds herself to a high standard and think of herself as honorable. She fights for what’s right. A person of the law and human rights. And she’s a sucker for a sad story or a story of struggle. She considers herself a story teller and believes everyone has the right to know, which makes her perfect for her profession.

The problem is her conscience and good spirit often gets the better of her, not allowing her to do a lot of things her colleagues will to move up on the ladder. Her sense of righteousness annoys her colleagues and tends to make her the laughing stock as they often mock her behind her back.

Most know not to mock her to her face, however, because she’s quick to defend herself and will often go overboard, not letting it go, when doing so. She’s smart and quick to pick up on things, especially through speech. So, you’re not going to pull one over on her.

She’s always calculating and thinking. And she has some street smarts to her as well. The perfect reporter’s attributes aside from the inability to give in to the dark side of news and getting ahead. But her persistence, neverending tenacity and pursuit for the ultimate story keeps her going. She’s determined to find her success, but only through being good at her work, not by selling out.

Knowledge is power to her. And getting knowledge to the people is the most important thing to her. It’s her primary directive. But she has a heart….and she has an admirer.

 

 

Prime Male Role – Athletic:

  • Between 25-30
  • This character has a younger version and actor must match up. Younger version is played by an actor of mixed heritage, being Italian and African-American. Very light brown skin. Please do not reply for this role unless you fit near to this.
  • Athletic male, but not a physical role.
  • Must be able to be outgoing on camera. Cannot be reserved.
  • Speaking role with significant screen time.
  • This character is in 3 scenes.

 

Character Description:

Obnoxious loud mouth that will always back his boy. He’s the guy everyone hates, but since he hangs with the big shot people leave him alone. He is loyal though, having always stuck with his friend through thick and thin. But it’s easy to stick with someone when they’re always winning. His loyalty has developed off of opportunity. But he does cherish his friendship and looks for his friend’s praise.

He’s not a weakling though. Has some boxing skill himself. But boxing is more of a game to him, not a career. He does it because his friend does it. He’s a follower. And he’s invested a lot of time into following, having followed his friend’s coat tails since they were kids.

He’ll be the first to speak up for his friend and the first to put others down in his friend’s wake. He is witty, but not that intelligent. Good with words, but it’s the way that he delivers them that make his verbal rants and attacks successful. He’s a showman, an announcer. He’s the dedicated hype man everyone wishes they had.

He’s willing to look like a complete jerk to be on the winning team and back his boy. It’s not even that he’s not confident or insecure in himself. He just doesn’t care. He knows where his loyalties lay and doesn’t care how he looks to others or about other people’s feelings. Shallow.

He and his friend are perfect fits for each other because they are both dicks.

Actor must be able to play later and early 20’s.

 

 

Male OR Female Role – Enthusiastic and Emotional:

  • Between 35-55
  • Needs to be outgoing on camera.  Not shy.
  • Can be a bit comedic.
  • Minor non-speaking role.  Good screen time though.
  • Character is in 1 scene.

 

Short Character Description:

Tallies the points during a competition.  Actor does not have to be athletic.  Character is extremely passionate about the competition he is helping score, and admires greatly supreme performance; like it’s a show, a feat of art.  Gets emotional.  Think of a passionate ballroom dancing judge or something.

Boxing Referee:
  • Anywhere between 35-60
  • Should have boxing experience, or, be highly motivated to learn the rules.
  • Small role but very important.
  • Must have commanding presence and be able to take control on camera, as a real ref would.
  • Should not be afraid to get physical.
  • Should be in good physical condition.  Excellent shape not needed, just fit to be a ref.  There’s a difference.
  • Minor speaking role.
  • Character is in 2 scenes.

 

Short Character Description:
Commanding presence as any good referee has.  Doesn’t take crap from any boxer, even the best ones.  Can be physical if need be.  Great role for a real ref who can take direction on camera.
Minor Roles – Non-Speaking:
  • 3 Boxing Officials – Open to men and women 30 – 65.  Actors preferred but no acting experience necessary.
  • 2 Ring Girls – Actresses must be attractive and in good physical shape and be open to wearing a bathing suit on camera in front of a large crowd.  Great exposure for models, actresses or women wanting to show the world what their hard work at the gym has got them.  😉
  • 8 – 15 Reporters – Open to men and women ages 21 – 65.  No acting experience necessary.
  • 8 – 15 Photographers – Open to men and women ages 21 – 60.  No acting experience necessary.  Great for real photographers that want to practice their picture taking skills while being on camera.  We can arrange for any photos taken to be used on F4YLMovie.com and maybe even in the film.  Of course, we can arrange for you to be able to use the photos in some way too.  We just have to work together so important parts of the film aren’t revealed.  Let’s make it beneficial for both parties.
  • 2 – 3 Videographers – Open to men and women ages 21 – 60.  No acting experience necessary.  Great for real videographers and cameramen that want to help us get some extra footage and be on camera themselves!  We’ll do our best to make it beneficial for both parties.
Background Actors/EXTRAS, EXTRAS, EXTRAS Needed for:
  • Boxing Event Scene
  • Boxing Gym Scene
  • Bar Scene

 

Description:

We need as many background actors/extras as we can get.  Men, women, teen boys and girls, all ages.  No acting experience needed.  Come join the fight and help us make these scenes as realistic as possible!  All extras will get a gift for their time and efforts!

 

 

Thanks again for your interest and support!  They mean a lot to everyone involved.

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

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Aimee M. Carr – casting

Aimee has worked in film, television and broadcast media for over ten years.  She has access and contacts for Northern California’s best “A” team crew, talented cast and film/ TV “friendly” vendors.  Her experience spans from working with large Hollywood Production Companies, such as Tom Hanks’ Playtone Productions of HBO’s Big Love fame, to producing Effie award winning television commercials, such as Walmart’s Local Basket Claim campaign.

Yes, Aimee is the person to know if you’re in the Sacramento/NorCal area and need assistance with your film, TV and/or video productions.  Her skill sets incorporate production management that will save your project time and money.  This go-getter has worked closely with local Film Commissioners and has resources that will simplify any project large or small.

one studios was very fortunate to have been routed in Aimee’s direction when we began the casting process for Fight 4 Your Life.  After speaking with her very briefly it was obvious she was the right person to be talking to.  She has aided us tremendously in finding many of the actors that make up the cast of F4YL.  And we cannot ever thank her enough for her efforts.

Simply put, Aimee is awesome!  But don’t take her helping nature for granted.  She’s for her cast and crew people and will not allow them to be taken advantage of, which is something we greatly respect and admire about Mrs. Carr.  In this industry we have to take care of each other.  We appreciate you Aimee, and all that you do.  Thank you!!!

Check out Aimee on IMDb, LinkedIn and Facebook.

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

Anastasia Degmetich – production assistant / costumer / makeup / craft & transportation services

You know how sometimes people pop up out of the blue and end up being one of the biggest and most awesome gifts ever?  Well, this is EXACTLY what Anastasia has been to Fight 4 Your Life!  Whether working as a grip or production assistant, as transportation services or craft services, as a costumer or make-up artist, Anastasia has been there for F4YL in more ways than one.

Despite her nonchalant attitude, it is obvious how much this hidden wild child cares about Fight 4 Your Life and all the people involved.  When she isn’t snowboarding, working long hours or spending time with her friends and family, she’s with her second family, the one studios Family!

An honorary member of the one studios crew, she continues to surprise us with her dedication to this project, as well as other productions in the works.  We can’t put into words how much we appreciate her constant support and efforts.  She even stepped in when we were in need of another actress for one of the key scenes in F4YL.  And, boooyeeeeee, did she do a great job!  Ms. Degmetich is what many people would call a gamer….meaning when it comes time to show out she performs at the drop of a dime like a boss.

We couldn’t do it without you Anastasia!

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

Andrew Florio – assistant camera / grip

Andrew works as a cinematographer, camera operator, gaffer, grip…you name it, he likely does it.  Being a Jack-of-All trades type of production person is kind of needed nowadays as you scrap and scrape your way into the industry.  It can open more doors.

Many of the skills Andrew has gained come from his days at UC Davis, where he was an executive producer at AGTV, which is Davis’ campus TV news organization run by students.  Fight 4 Your Life creator Bryan Bachar also served on AGTV back in his hay day at UC Davis.  This was just one of the many reasons why Andrew is a perfect fit for this project.  Not only is he a fellow alum, but his skills and passion for filmmaking are evident.

The one studios crew has had a blast having Andrew on board.  Thus far, he’s been a huge help, especially when it came to a really pivotal scene in which green screening was involved.  Andrew’s knowledge of lighting and filming for chroma keying was a tremendous aid to all of our crew that day.

Thank you for all your hard work and for supporting Fight 4 Your Life Andrew!  We look forward to projects to come with you.  Check him out on IMDb and Facebook!

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

Brandon ‘Knowbody’ Greathouse – dance choreographer

Brandon Greathouse, or Knowbody, as he is known through his dance, music and other artistic outlets, is a man who sweats talent.  Having spent a lifetime pushing to perfect the control of his own body’s movement, and never stopping growth in such, he expresses the rhythms he naturally feels through his total being.  Whether by Hip-Hop dance, graphic design or music creation, Knowbody can’t help but give the world his beat-entranced gifts.

If there is one area Knowbody feels just as passionate about as music and dance, it is giving back/guiding youth.  Lucky for him, he has made a career out of teaching children and young adults of all ages in the ways of bodily movement, always pushing his students to give the world their all and never to shy away from the rhythm.  Truly, he has found a positive road for anyone to jump on and take a ride in order to reach new levels of self confidence, happiness, expression and personal worth.  What a way to bring people together….all while doing what he loves and keeping to who he is and what he believes!

Just a few of Knowbody’s other accolades include heading up the Sacramento Kings Breakerz, having led competitive teams to try out for MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew and having started several successful competition dance crews, including Huemen, Kool Krush Krew and the Academy of Thugs.  Without a doubt, you can find Mr. Greathouse at a dance battle near you.  He is well known for his fierce style and flare throughout the country’s Hip-Hop dance scenes.

Having served as the choreographer for Fight 4 Your Life‘s mysterious Ghost Crew and lead actor Brandon J. Woods, as well as having acted as the original Ghost Crew Leader in the F4YL short, which the feature stemmed from, Knowbody has been a huge part of this project from day one.  We know nobody 🙂 would have given the continued time and energy he has for F4YL and we are eternally grateful for his efforts and support.  It is the one studios crew’s greatest honor to have him aboard.  And we look forward to supporting his constantly evolving endeavors in the years to come!

Please check out Knowbody’s many social media sites for more info on him and his dance school, Greathouse of Dance.  You won’t be sorry!  Links are below.  But first, peep this awesome video starring Knowbody himself…

 

 

The Official Greathouse of Dance Site

 The Greathouse of Dance on Facebook

The Greathouse of Dance on Twitter

Knowbody on Facebook

Knowbody on Twitter

Knowbody on SoundCloud!

 

– The one studios crew