"APARTMENT 304" Short Film
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APARTMENT 304 THE STORY:
https://www.facebook.com/apartment304shortfilm/?ref=hl
2015 Copyright LewisFilms & Entertainment Co. [us]
Story inspired by the real lives and stories from Actor/Writer/Director B'nard Lewis' real family. Cinematically inspired by Martin Scorsese.
THE BIGGEST BATTLE FOR A VETERAN
IS THE WAR AT HOME:
From writer and director B’nard Lewis comes 'Apartment 304,' starring B’nard Lewis as Chad ‘Lord’ Leonard, whose time served in Desert Storm has inflicted him with PTSD and a penchant for eliminating threatening shadowy individuals. In the story Chad becomes the anti-hero you can root for. But there is so much more to his story than his bad guy cleansing skills. He's a man struggling with life and an inwardly and outwardly war.
Army Lieutenant Chad ‘Lord’ Leonard is compelled to walk the streets of a city of 1.4 million people: to make sure his family eats. His anger and frustration of being without adequate and sustainable veteran benefits causes him to pinpoint bad guys. Two, being the team of Maraba Zolevsky and Abdul Hamid: in order to save his mother and sister’s life he has to walk the streets to do so. As the fear of his own shadowy life rises; so to does his lure and, he becomes known as ‘The Lord’. His parenting life is tested too: he’s aching to be back in his children’s world while being blocked by a stressed and understandably bitter ex-wife. Ignoring written law, as well as all street laws, Chad can’t help but be challenged by post traumatic stresses and debilitating ringing in his head that can hurt and ignite him at any given time. But with a visit from Maraba’s and Abdul’s fellow crime partners and U.S. Intelligence Officers, Chad realizes even more so that the trauma of war manifesting itself in many forms is something he can never escape. Going back into the intelligence program is something Chad 'Lord' Leonard is ordered to do and must do if he is to rescue any normalcy in his life.
Based on actual military experiences intimately shared with writer/director B'nard Lewis from B'nard's father, uncles, first cousins and close friends who served in the wars of Korea, Vietnam and Desert Storm as Army Rangers, Marine platoon leaders and infantrymen.
'Apartment 304' resonates the inner and outwardly plight of PTSD veterans while blending cinematic storytelling.
Famed stunt coordinator Richard Fike ('I Am Wrath,' 'Captain America: Winter Soldier,' 'Avengers,' 'Draft Day', 'A Better Way To Die') brings high end stunt work to key scenes.
The film is produced by Lewis and associate produced John McClung, Leesa Grills and Regina Walker: Lewis also serves as executive producer.
Lewis’ behind-the-scenes creative team includes international music composer Jakub Gawlina ('Rambo: First Blood' PS3 video game), director of photography John McClung; costume supervisor Stephanie Marionesse and make-up supervisor Genell Banks.
LewisFilms & Entertainment presents 'Apartment 304.' The film will be target marketed to HBO, Starz, iTunes, Amazon Movies, ABC, CBS, NBC and TNT for series run.
REQUESTING PTSD AND RELATED VETERAN ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT:
The producers would like to have a “click on” tab button on ‘Apartment 304”s website that once “clicked on” by visitors: a separate displaying page would ‘pop-up” and display veteran organization's logos to assist all visitors to the “Apartment 304” website in finding reputable listings of organizations that help veterans and their families post U.S. military service. If you're an organization or if you know of an organization that would be interested in becoming involved in this film:
Contact: LewisFilms & Entertainment Co. [us]
[email redacted] ATTN: Media
December 12, 2015
The Apartment 304 website is being constructed now, so please respond as soon as possible.
You can visit us on Facebook at our temporary site for now at:
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EARLY SCRIPT REVIEW:
"Poignant," Provocative," Eerily Thrilling," and "Awesome."
"APARTMENT 304 delivers like a quiet ticking emotional timebomb."
"One of the great soldier short films and potential series of 2016/17."
- Advance Script Readers
CONTRIBUTIONS, HOW THEY WILL BE UTILIZED:
100% of all contributions go towards every aspect of pre-production, production, post production, marketing costs and bringing more awareness to PTSD by sharing each production contribution with reputable veteran organizations in Central Ohio and beyond.
THE CAST:
B'NARD LEWIS: ACTOR/WRITER/DIRECTOR
B'NARD LEWIS http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0506942/
B'nard is a 30 year veteran film, television and stage actor, writer and director. He will be seen in a featured role in the up and coming Warner Brother's film 'Bastards,' opposite Owen Wilson, Ed Helms and Katt Williams in November 2016. B'nard also has starred in 'The First Shot,' 'Getting To The Punchline,'and HBO's 'A Better Way To Die' co-starring opposite Andre Braugher as a hitmen from the deep south. He also has been featured in such films as 'Houseguest'
Hollywood/Caravan Pictures), 'Captain Jack' (Indie), 'Heart & Soul' (ABC), 'Amen' (NBC) and 'Jackeé' (NBC).
His writing, directing and creation credits include the 'in development' projects the 'Prince Numasha' and 'The A.I.M. Trilogies,' 'A Perfect Chaos' (in early pre-production in Los Angeles), 'The Alien, We,' the animated pilot 'Raunchy Behavior,' 'Going In Reverse,' 'The First Shot,' 'Getting To The Punchline,' 'ShowLife' and 'Lady Royalties.' B'nard has written and owns the literary rights to over 30 film and television titles under his LewisFilms & Entertainment Co. LLC banner.
RITA GREGORY: ACTRESS
RITA GREGORYhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm3239528/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Rita hails from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and has won rave reviews for her portrayal as 'Rose' in August Wilson's 'Fences' and the one woman show, 'No Child.' Her other stage credits include, 'To Kill A Mockingbird,' 'Flying West,' 'Narnia' and 'Seven Guitars.' Her film and television credits include: 'Abduction,' 'Sonny Days,' 'My Bloddy Valentine,' 'Those Who Kill,' 'Three Rivers' and 'Clevelend Abuduction, The Michelle Knight Story.'
LAYLA CUSHMAN, AVERY McCLAIN and REGINALD J. HARRIS III: ACTRESSES AND ACTOR
LAYLA CUSHMAN http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6735814/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Layla hails from Cleveland, Ohio and has worked on and appeared in the films 'The Last Witch Hunter,' 'Backstage Runway Model,' 'With This Ring,' 'Transformers: Age of Extinction,' 'International Supermodel,' 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' and
'The Avengers.'
AVERY McCLAIN
Avery was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio and is a 4th grade student. She has a loving older sister, Bryn and has two dogs and one cat. She also enjoys playing in her Club Soccer League, plays volleyball, lacrosse and swims on her summer swim team.
REGINALD J. HARRIS III
Reginald was born in Columbus, Ohio and was the opening act for National Gospel recording artist Dr. LaShun Pace; performing the National Anthem at the And 1/ Gus Macker National Street-ball tournament. Reginald has two brothers Solomon and Dylan. He also enjoys singing, writing, dancing, football, basketball and is an “A” student in the 4th grade at a Spanish Immersion Elementary School. Inspired by his mother and the Late Michael Jackson, Reginald wants to use his talents to ignite, impact and inspire others.
BRIAN BOWMAN: ACTOR
BRIAN WOLFMAN BLACK BOWMANhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm5829670/
Brian is a veteran actor who is coming off roles in Don Cheadle’s feature film biopic of Miles Davis, 'Miles Ahead.' He can also be seen in 'St. Gabriel,' 'I am My Brother’s Keeper' and the film adaptation of Steven King’s, 'Confession Tales: Suffer The Little Children.'
JOI BRENT: ACTRESS
JOI BRENTJoi Brent is delighted in making her debut in 'Apartment 304.' She currently is apart of Heyman Talent. She is the youngest of four siblings. Growing up she was very musically inclined, playing the piano and violin. She currently attends The Ohio State University double majoring in Political Science and Women and Gender Studies.
DIANNA CRAIG, TARYN TOONE, TRE RYAN, TOM LEPERA and JENNIFER GOOD: ACTRESSES and ACTORS
DIANNA CRAIGhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm4027121/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Dianna Craig grew up in a military family in Georgia, South Carolina, Texas, and Kentucky. She went to college at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English (Creative Writing) and Theatre. She's lived, worked, and studied acting and writing in New York City for over ten years and has appeared on stage and in various film projects, and has studied with Kelly Kimball (Kimball Studio), James Calleri (Calleri Casting), and the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre.
TRE RYAN
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4529293/
Tre Ryan brings over 10 years of on screen experience, and has worked with 'The Asylum' in Los Angeles, Dr Drew, Dr Phil, 'The Jeff Probst Show,' and has been featured on Oprah Winfrey's network, OWN...just to name a few.
TARYN TOONE
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6265363/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Taryn Toone has had a passion for acting and entertaining since the age of 8 and started off taking acting classes at Broadway2LA. She won'Best Supporting Actress' at Indie Gathering Film Festival.
JENNIFER GOOD
Jennifer Good was introduced to acting in the feature length film ‘Bong of the Living Dead’. It was on the set of 'Bong of the Living Dead' where Jenny not only found her passion for acting, but learned basic stunts, fight choreography, and experienced the fun challenge of working in heavy special effects make-up. She will appear in the film ‘The Land' (2016) and ‘My Blind
Brother' (2016).
TOM LEPERA
Tom Lepera is a retired firefighter pursuing his passion for acting. His ultimate goal is to become a respected character actor in all forms of acting. He has appeared in commercials for Siemens Software and training films for General Electric Aviation.
MATT HUDSON, DAVID ANDREIW, STEVE McKAY and MATT REIP: ACTORS
MATT HUDSONhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm4961666/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Matt Hudson, a former US Air Force serviceman, began his theatrical training in Frankfurt, Germany and studied acting and improv in London's West End, and at the Performing Arts Center in Damstadt. With over 20 theater roles under his belt, his favorite, He has appeared in about two dozen theater roles. His favorite, Marvin Zindler in 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.' He's worked on the films 'Prodigal,' 'Oprey' (2016). He presently plays the character 'Kurt' in the TV series 'Baldwin Café' on Detroit local television.
DAVID ANDREIW
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4161198/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
David Andreiw is known for 'House of the Witch Doctor' (2014), 'Hail Satan' (2012), 'Fallback' (2012), 'Kiss Before the Slaughter' (2011), 'Finger Bang' (Comedy), 'Super Egos,' 'Issues,' and 'Deadliest Prey.' He's also appeared in television's 'Unusual Suspects,' 'CSI Miami,' 'The Mentalist,' 'Veronica Mars,' 'I Carly,' 'Baggage,' 'Effin Science' and 'Prison Break.' You can see David in the web series 'Café Kremlin' (2015).
STEVE McKAY
Steve McKay (bio to be added)
MATT REIP
Matt Reip is a 16 year a professional firefighter/rescue medic. He has achieved the level of 6th Kyu green belt in Kwanmukan style martial arts and tactical knife training in CQCSI. He currently trains monthly with Team Stunt Predators USA. His acting credits include 'Criminal Activities,' 'Ms. Meadows,' and 'Jenny's Wedding.'
CHUCK GILLESPIE: ACTOR
CHUCK GILLESPIEhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm0318915/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Chuck Gillespie is a veteran actor and news anchor with an extensive theater and television background who is coming off roles in the Indie films 'The Do-Over' and 'Carol.'
AJA NICOLE: ACTRESS
AJA NICOLEhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm6482359/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Aja Nicole is an actress and model from Columbus, Ohio. Her credits include 'Profiled' (2015), 'To Sasha With Love' (2015), 'The Pleasure Pit' (2015), 'Register Girl' and 'House Call' (2015).
THE PRODUCTION CREW:
JOHN McCLUNG: DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY and ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
JOHN McCLUNGhttp://www.bigdogvideoproductions.com/
John McClung is the founder of Big Dog Video Productions. He's worked in the video/film business for many years and has shot and/or co-produced several feature films, some with national distribution, numerous TV shows, and hundreds of commercials, EPK’s, and music videos for artists including Missy Elliot, Gwen Stefani, Salt N’ Peppa, and Green Day, and many others.
John has workes on projects that include the ghost investigation series, R.I.P. Files and the industrial video Manufacturing Marvels for Fox Business channel with Eric Hales. He's also worked with Hype Williams and Derrick Borte with fundamentals that helped launch their success in Hollywood.
In addition to film and video production, John is a skilled technical engineer., having operated and repaired all types of broadcast equipment and providing complete engineering for radio stations, including FCC applications, as well as structuring, designing, and installing transmission, microwave, and studio equipment.
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPOSER:
JAKUB GAWLINAhttp://www.jakubgawlina.com/
International music composer Jakub Gawlina is a Polish pianist, composer and sound designer graduated from The Department of Composition and Arrangement at Academy of Music in Katowice. His use of advanced computer technology combined with musical imagination and contemporary taste has enabled him to create exciting and original music and sound solutions.Currently scoring horror/mystery starring Aaron’s Blood for director Tommy Stovall, Jakub’s many other credits include Our Way for dir. Sean E McCarthy and starring Isaac C Singleton, Silent Lake (Dir. Mariusz Kuczewski), Tragedy of Mother and Son (Dir. Romane Simon) and Sparrow (Dir. Shaun Troke).
Jakub has terrific experience and success in scoring video games not least of all in 2015 Heroes of Paragon and in 2014 Rambo: The Video Game (PS3, PC) and DeadFall Adventure (PS3,PC) Jakub’s music is characterised by immense sensitivity and originality.
STUNT COORDINATOR AND SUPERVISOR:
RICHARD FIKEhttp://www.stuntpredatorsusa.com/
Richard has over 30 years in the film and stunt industry. Richard and B'nard first worked together on A Better Way To Die for HBO. Richard also has an impressive body of work, which includes performing and coordinating stunts for Marvel Studio's The Avengers, Captain America: The Winter Soldier as well as other feature films Kevin Costner's Draft Day and John Travolta's new Ohio shot film, I Am Wrath.
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER:
REGINA WALKERhttps://vimeo.com/105355370
http://agelessentertainment.com/
Born in Kentucky and now residing in Columbus, Ohio, Regina Walker is a talented writer of books, poetry and music executive/manager for her own singing group. She's written the novel The First Ones and has shown great instinctual film production provenance in her own short film book trailer for The First Ones. So Apartment 304 is proud to have her on board. Regina is also an actress.
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER:
LEESA GRILLShttp://www.burnoutgameventures.com/
Leesa Grills is an Entertainment Consultant with 17 years in the gaming Industry. She is also the Director of HR at BurnOut Game Ventures, and in addition she handles the Promotion of Music Artists, books concerts events and handles casting for films, commercials, TV events and fundraising.
WARDROBE SUPERVISOR:
STEPHANIE MARIONESSE http://smarionesse.wix.com/stephaniemarionesse
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm7498653/
Stephanie Marionesse is a talented and dedicated wardrobe stylist and merchandiser, with great work in film and theater, and a degree from Kent State University. Her eye for crafting and exacting “that look” for actor's performances is impressive. She also has key organizational skills and a keen eye for spotting trends in fashion and retail gained through experiences with Marie Claire and Banana Republic.
SFX MAKE-UP ARTIST:
ROMINA PORRAShttp://www.rominaporras.com/
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm7618521/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Romina Porras is a gifted special effects make-up artist. Her credits include 'Unsung: The Forgotten' (2016), 'Il Consigliere,' 'Act of War' (2016) and 'Sacred Journey.'
MAKE-UP SUPERVISOR:
GENELL BANKShttp://www.beautybygenell.com/
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5757911/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Genell Banks began her career in Chicago, Illinois as a salon stylist. A native Chicagoan, she was introduced to makeup artistry while in cosmetology school and always had a love of makeup.
“After working as a stylist for many years my passion for makeup was renewed. And I decided to follow my dreams!” says Genell.
SOUND DESIGN CONSULTANT:
PARKER WISKELLhttp://www.wiksellmallory.com/
Parker Wiskell has won several awards throughout his career for his work as a musician, composer, singer and actor, including his score for Imagine This, the 2009 Best Picture-winning short film (alongside co-composer Charles Mallory), as well as a cameo acting role.
Some of Parker's other credits include: Til Death: (Co-Composer), Sonnyboo Productions: Producers – Podcast (Theme Music), DEAFENING (48 Hour Film Project winner of Best Sound Design in Columbus, OH (Co-composer), Short Film Vianda’s Enzyte 24/7 (Co-Composer) and National TV Commercial Campaigns for AMC, Comedy Central, ESPN, and MTV.
ADDITIONAL MUSIC SOUNDTRACK:
THE O'NEILL BROTHERShttp://www.pianobrothers.com/index.asp
Tim & Ryan O'Neill, multi-million selling recording artists from New Prague, MN, have released 40+ CDs of piano music in their relaxing, signature style through their record label, Shamrock-n-Roll, Inc.
The O'Neill Brothers have sold over 10 million copies of their piano music. Tim and Ryan have performed for several governors, US Presidents and have toured with pop superstar Deborah Gibson, as well as Katie McMahon, the original voice of Riverdance. The O'Neill Brother's Taps/Battle Hymn is featured in the GoFundMe video on this page.
CASTING FACILITIES:
MADLABhttp://www.madlab.net/index.html
MadLab Theatre and Gallery is a non-profit organization that provides an artistic haven for the creation and experience of original works. It is a laboratory where individuals and ensembles are free to experiment without censor. Each year we produce seven to eight full-length original productions including “Theatre Roulette,” the longest-running annual shorts festival in Columbus. In addition, MadLab serves emerging artists by providing an affordable, quality venue to small arts organizations.
ADDITIONAL PRODUCTION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY:
CAST:
B'nard Lewis as Chad Leonard
Rita Gregory as Mother Leonard
Joi Brent as Adrianna Leonard
Dianna Craig as Agent Edwards
Layla Cushman as Haven Leonard
(Now currently casting) as Bruce
Avery McClain as Sabrina Leonard
Reginald J. Harris III as Issac Leonard
Brian Bowman as Landlord Williams
(Now currently casting) as Doctor Newell
(Now currently casting) as Ace
(Vet). Edward Robinson as Durant
(Vet.) Paul Patterson as Jimmy
(Now currently casting) as Lou-Lou
(Now currently casting as Elbow
Matt Hudson as Maraba Zolevsky
(Now currently casting) as Benny
(Vet.) Nate Adams as Brooklyn
Aja Nicole as Girl In Apartment
(Now currently casting) as Buckshot
Chuck Gillespie as TV Newscaster
Anthony Dubois as Tattoo Shop Owner
Rachel Justice as 1st Girl on Street
(Now currently casting) as Patriotic Citizen
(Now currently casting) as 1st Girl on Street
(Now currently casting) as 2nd Girl on Street
(Now currently casting) as 3rd Girl on Street
(Now currently casting) as 4th Girl on Street
(Now currently casting) as Screaming Lady
(Now currently casting) as Policeman
(Now currently casting) as 1st Bus Driver
(Now currently casting) as Woman on Bus
(Now currently casting) as Little Girl on Bus
(Now currently casting) as 2nd Bus Driver
(Now currently casting) as Cab Driver
(Now currently casting) as Nurse
Paul E. Jefferson as 1st Veteran in Clinic
(Vet.) as 2nd Veteran in Clinic
Tre Ryan as Agent #1
Taryn Toone as Agent #2
Tom Lepera as Agent #3
Jennifer Good as Agent #4
David Andreiw as Russian Kidnapper #1
Steve McKay as Russian Kidnapper #2
Matt Reip as Russian Kidnapper #3
(Now currently casting) as Kidnapper #4
CREW:
MAKE UP SUPERVISOR:
Genell Banks
WARDROBE SUPERVISOR:
Stephanie Marionesse
SFX MAKEUP:
Romina Porras
RUSSIAN LINQUISTICS:
Olga Prokhorova
ART DIRECTOR:
(Now accepting samples)
1st AD:
2nd AD:
LIGHTING DIRECTOR:
(Now accepting layouts specs)
DRONE OPERATOR:
(Not yet announced)
ALL CREW POSITION INQUIRIES CONTACT:
[email redacted]
ATTN: APT 304 CREW CASTING
OTHER PRODUCTION SPECS:
Running Time: 30 min.
Genre: Drama, Action
Shooting Status: S.A.G./Aftra
Shooting Location: Columbus, Ohio
Start Shooting Date: Winter/Spring 2016
Release Date: Winter 2016/17
Camera: Arri Alexa Studio
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1 or 16x9
TARGETED DISTRIBUTION:
HBO, Starz, TNT, ABC, NBC, CBS, iTunes, Amazon On Demand, Netflix.
PRESS & MEDIA RELATIONS CONTACT:
Mark Piras
[email redacted]
and
LewisFilms & Entertainment Media at:
[email redacted]
NOTE: This page is continuously updated.
THE 1500/100 CLUB:
What is the 1500/100 Club? It's a unique contributors group of 1500 cinematic supporters who love the idea of being treated like the exclusive members they are. Yes, to get great stories made these days independent film has to be as equally loyal, if not greater, to the fans and viewers who make thier stories possible. This exchange between filmgoer and the film itself just makes sense.
What do we get, as filmmakers, for your loyalty? We get the opportunity to provide you with extra goodies, like 'exclusive behind the scenes interviews, footage and a 'first' screening via internet link of our groundbreaking film 'Apartment 304', which has now grown into a pilot length film. Yes, 'APT 304' is now a pilot tailored for a series run.
So join us in the excitement that's spreading across America and beyond as 'APT 304' captures more and more cinematic imaginations across the dramatic/actioner film viewing fan base. Click on 'donate' (we prefer the term 'contribute') and watch in the weeks and months ahead what your generous $100 can do for us and your viewing pleasure!
Thank you!
The Producers of APT 304
A SPECIAL THANK YOU:
The Producers of Apartment 304 would like to give thanks to all of the veterans across the United States and the world who have 'liked' our Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/apartment304shortfilm
Thank you! For you we wish that Apartment 304 draws cinematic attention from all audiences to PTSD, while providing a great cinematic and eye opening experience blending great and imaginative storytelling!
Organizer
B'nard Lewis
Organizer
Columbus, OH
