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Echos of Shannon Street
feature film |
Screen Play: Based on a true story ..from the book of "Echos of Shannon Street" by Lt. James Howell and (Copyright 1991) Screenplay " Shannon Street Siege" by George Fleischer |
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Synopsis: To this day, the largest number of suspects to die in a non-riotous, local police action in this country. It tells the story of the abduction of two white police officers by black cult members in the racially-divided city of Memphis in January, 1983. The event began a highly-publicized and sharply criticized stand-off between hundreds of police officers and the seven suspects barricaded inside a small house in a predominantly black area of north Memphis. For the next day and a half, negotiators attempted in vain to communicate with the leader of the cult, a mentally ill man named Sanders. Inside a local school, top police officials discussed their options. Outside, police officers stood in the cold, anxiously awaiting orders to go inside and rescue their fellow officer. The wait was long and hard, made even more horrific by the fact that for five hours, the officer's beating and his cries for help were heard through bullet-riddled windows and broadcasted through the officer's own radio. Thirty hours later, one of the abducted officers lies in a hospital, a bullet wound through his hand and face. The other is found dead in the living room of the house, cuffed with his own handcuffs, his bloody flashlight nearby. All seven suspects are dead, shot by the department's all-white TACTICAL Unit.
Actual radio transcripts, witness statements, and autopsy reports included in the thousand page case file are reprinted in whole or in part. Use of these documents, in addition to investigator's notes, crime scene photos, newspaper accounts, and recent interviews with some of the officers involved, tell the hour-by-hour account of a hostage crisis out of control. |
Budget: 5 mil |
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Indigo Blues, A Lovesong
stage play |
Budget: Sponsor Driven |
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Producer: Marie Pizano
Director: Kaern Moore
Writer: Judi Ann Mason |
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Eleven for Eleven
feature film |
Screen Play: written by Angelo Pizzo - award winning writer of "Rudy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=HTqgHoK2RrY and "Hoosiers" http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091217/
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Synopsis: 11 for 11 is based on the true story of Ricky Hill. Set in small town
America in the 1970s, it tells the story of a boy with a passion and an
amazing talent for baseball. With the help of his brother, a supportive town,
and his childhood sweetheart, he is able to overcome the challenges of a
physical disability and a religious pastor father who questions his devotion to
the game. In a dramatic major league tryout, he is able to overcome these
obstacles, and fulfill his dream of a career in professional baseball. This story
and film will appeal to all ages and socio economic levels and will build Faith
in the Lord, yourself and your family. 11 for 11 is the true story of an all
American dream which will faith in God, yourself and the value of a strong
family. |
Budget: 12 mil |
Producers: Mazzocone |
Film Director: Jeff Celentano www.JeffCelentano.com |
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Before I Go
feature film |
Best Seller Published Book written by Riley Weston
http://rileyweston.com/before-i-go/reviews/ |
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Synopsis: Sixteen-year-old Madison Henry has been skating as long as
shes been walking. Coached by her mother, Annie, she is on her way to
the Olympics. When tragedy strikes unexpectedly, Madison is forced to
look at her life differently. Before I Go spotlights the unbreakable bond a
mother and daughter share and the love everyone hopes to experience
in their lifetime. |
Budget: 2.5 mil |
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Kidd Diamond & The Devil - The Bluesical
stage play |
Story written by Daniel Martin, Published in the Book called, "Delta Blues" edited by Caroline Haines, Forward by Morgan Freeman |
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Stage Play (Bluesical) Synopsis: |
Budget: 500 k |
Producer: Daniel Martine, Co-Producer/Exec Producer Marie Pizano, co-Exec Producer Sam Garrett |
In production FEB 2013 (5 week run) Cooper Walker Place 1015 Cooper, Memphis TN |
Cast: Travis Stone (Kidd Diamond), Jackie Murray |
Drama told through the Gospel & Blues Rated PG-13, Likeness to "Tale of Crossroads Story" |
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Kidd Diamond & The Devil - THE MOVIE
feature film |
From the short Story written by Daniel Martine |
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Synopsis: A forty year veteran of the music business, and a once--famous blues--rock guitar
legend , Kidd Diamond has reluctantly come home to Clarksdale, Mississippi to the singular fate
that awaits him there. As a young, unwanted boy of ten years old, abandoned by his alcoholic,
drug--addicted mother, Sadie, he grew up in the mean streets of both Clarksdale and
Memphis. Somehow he realized he had a gift for the guitar, and unschooled as he was,
became a brilliant blues guitarist. Kidd blew audiences away with his guitar virtuosity, but still
never seemed to get ahead. He had many deep and violent secrets he tried to forget by
immersing himself in his music, and this seemed to stymie his personal and emotional growth.
In a fit of anger and drunkenness, Kidd calls on the Devil....The rest then unfolds ....he needs
forgiveness to beat the Devil. |
Budget: 5 mil |
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Archie's Psalms
Film |
Self Published Book written by Chris Burns called, Archie's Pslams |
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Synopsis: Archie's Psalm is a glimpse into the life of a latchkey kid who is
encountering situations that force him to learn about the changing world
around him. A coming of age story with a carefully crafted narrative and
subplot, Archie's Psalm shows the transitioning world of a neighborhood
in Memphis, TN ten years after Dr. King's death. Through the setting,
vivid character descriptions and moving storytelling a hot and humid
southern neighborhood comes to life. Through the use of dialect and song
the shifting tone and sound of the south reminds the reader of Zora
Neale Hurstons' novels. A work of literature that is artistic, powerful and
important. A book that could become as relevant as Ann Petry's The
Street. |
Budget: 2.5 mil |
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HillBilly Bible
Film |
Self Published Book written by Stevie Rey called "HillBilly Bible" |
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Synopsis: The Hillbilly Bible is the Gospel of John written in
southern dialect. It brings out new insights into the loving
heart of God and the supreme sacrifice of Jesus. His heart and
his humor come shining through in this wonderfully creative
paraphrase. |
Budget: 1.5 mil |
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A Man's State of Mind
Film |
Self Published Book called, "A Man's State of Mind" written by
Chris Burns |
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Synopsis: It only takes one time for a man to be hurt before he turns
bad. Unlike women, men… Well, let's say men don't have the recovery
capabilities that women own. Darryl Cartier no longer wants to be
wrong, but the choices made in the past force him into a new sense of
understanding how it all works. As funny as it seems the one thing that
can make a man 'get right' could be the one thing that prevents true
happiness. |
Budget: 2.5 mil |
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From Barefoot to Stilettos: It's Not for Sissies
Film |
Self Published book written by Marie Pizano called "From Barefoot to
Stilettos...It's NOT for Sissies" |
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Synopsis: Based on true events and the Memoir of Marie Pizano, the trails and
tribulations of life. One woman's Journey to find her "yes". It is a story that
reveals secrets of her past and the aftermath of a severe injury from a
motorcycle accident that completely changed her whole life, to a journey of
survival. From the South side streets of Chicago, growing up with a singlemother
on food stamps, to becoming a trophy wife living in the southern bible
belt. After Marriage, moving to Memphis, TN, mean girls, children to then a
nasty public Divorce, she finds strength while having the courage to defeat all
odds , not taking No, taking the high road with forgiveness, putting on her
stilettos and following her dream and passion to build an entertainment
powerhouse. |
Budget: 2.5 mil |
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Stages
Film |
Self Published book called "Stages" written by Chris Burns |
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Synopsis: There are four stages men go through before settling down
with one woman, according to Terrence Matthews. If a man hasn't
encountered each stage he will never be ready for marriage. Terrence
relays his Stages theory to the reader as he tells of his own movement
through these phases. |
Budget: 2.5 mil |
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Hungry Creatures
Documentary |
Documentary by Stephan McQuire (award winning director for
"11th Hour" with Leonardo Dicaprio)
http://www.imdb.com/video/screenplay/vi932053273/ |
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Synopsis: Hungry Creature will be a mind-bending cinematic
experience; a carefully woven and contemplative narrative, told in
seductive depth of theme and hypnotic imagery, and set in what appears
to be a post-apocalyptic future. Featuring Eckhart Tolle, David Lynch,
Maneka Gandhi and other leaders in the Human consciousness
movement, and inspired by the 1979 Andrei Tarkovsky 's science fiction
film classic, Stalker, Hungry Creature depicts an expedition led by the a
young man who brings his friends, who he constantly stimulates through
profound discussions., to a location called "The Zone", a place that
supposedly has the power to enlighten." |
Budget: 500k |
Producers: Marie Pizano, Stephan Mcquire |
Film Director: Stephan McQuire |
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Sounds of Memphis
Documentary |
Written by Steven Boyle & Marie Pizano |
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Synopsis: From the history of Memphis Music to
the new sounds we find there today. Interviews
from Boo Mitchell (Legendary Willy Mitchell's
Royal Studios) , Johnnie Walker (Memphis &
Shelby Film Commission) , John Hornyak Memphis
Grammy Chapter to musicians from the past to
present and more.... |
Budget: 250k |
Producer: Marie Pizano |
Ownership: JND Films, LLC/ MVP3 |
Documentary Rated PG |
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GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Televeision Series |
Pilot TV Show, Created, Produced by Marie Pizano,
written by Steven Boyle & Marie Pizano |
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Synopsis: Sophisticated Women's Travel, Food, Fun &
Music television show. An exciting show for all ages |
Film Director: Award-Winning director, Steven Boyle
(SkidMedia, Inc.) |
Budget: pending (Sponsorship driven) |
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THE MOVIE SHOW
Televeision Series |
Synopsis: A new kind of movie review show at the home of the Siskel Film Center in Chicago. Real people, real reviews!
Creator Don DuPree (Siskel & Ebert show) |
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Producers: Don DuPree & Marie Pizano |
Budget: Sponsors |
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RADIO DAZE
feature film |
Written by Mitch McCracken |
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Synopsis: Radio Daze is a captivating biography laced with humor that follows the author through a tough childhood, tragedies and loss through the amazing adventures he experienced while following his dream of becoming a radio Disc Jockey in a time "When DJ's could play what they wanted to play and say what they wanted to say." Take a behind the scenes look at what radio was really like in the seventies as well as firsthand accounts of some of the seventies biggest stars, including a rather interesting 1974 interview with Jim Morrison, just three years after his death. Radio Daze also delves into the child abuse of his mother, the rape and beating of his girlfriend and the embezzlement of his Radio Magazine by Union Planters Bank and Stax Records. McCracken's knowledge of the music industry, memorable interviews and friendship with stars provide amazing insider information, told in an impressive and compelling manner. |
Budget: 3.5 mil |
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WAR PAINT
feature film |
Written by W.R. Benton |
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Synopsis:War Paint is about GEORGE ALWOOD, a spoiled and rich young man, who following an argument with his father heads west with his lifelong friend, John. After a long journey to the growing city of Saint Louis, the two young men enter a tavern looking for free trappers to take them into the mountains and teach them the beaver trade. Warned of the dangers in the mountains by two old mountain men, they insist on going and are hired. But, little do they really understand of the hazards of traveling on the open plains and high mountains, where death comes in many forms and always when least expected.
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Budget: 5 mil |
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History Heritage & Legends
Documentary |
Producer: Marie Pizano Film Director: Ernest Fields In association with Ewing Entertainment and Rising Fyre Productions |
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Synopsis: Set in the Church founded by award-winning, Al Green, A documentary about the unbelievable travels of one man, Leon Freeman and his quest to bring the teachings of the African Heritage to us all. The Black history meaning told by one man, musical legends and history changing activist. |
Budget: TBD |
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MORE THAN MOTOWN: The Jerome Ewing Story
Documentary |
 Synopsis: A documentary of the life of photographer, Jerome Ewing. His almost famous story working with legendary artists from Motown such as Smoky Robinson, Michael Jackson and Jermaine Jackson, Barry Gordy and the walls beyond ...
More than Motown: The Jerome Ewing Story
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Budget: 450k |
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ANOTHER KIND OF SOUL: The Coleman Legacy
Documentary |
Producer: George Coleman, Jr and Marie Pizano Film Director: Ray Foley |
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A documentary of George Coleman and the Coleman Family legacy. Another kind of soul, another kind of legacy.
Another Kind of Soul : A Coleman Family Legacy |
Budget: 450k |
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TANK |
Co-Production: Fried Aligator Entertainment and MVP3/JND Films |
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When reformed gambler DR. "TANK" SHERMAN takes an 18 hour shift on Death Row delivering dental care to
inmates of Mississippi's Parchman State Prison to pay his debts, he looks evil in the mouth. JAKE aka SUPERMAN, a con man with superior strength and intellect, tests Tank's sanity within the realm of the insane. Reliving memories of his troubled childhood as the son of a Nazarene preacher, Tank must face the past that led him to his present. Unconditional love from co-worker, VERA, helps Tank face his toughest test yet: the shocking painful boyhood secret he buried for years. |
Budget: 1.5m |
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