Are you finding yourself looking for things to do in these times of attempting to return to normal?
Do you know about the numerous events going on right in your hometown? If you’re in Palm Coast, Florida, below is a short list of 3 Must-Attend events in September:
1. Watch Action/Adventure Film “Narco Sub”
What better way to spend the first night of the weekend than watching a movie? But why watch just any movie, when you can support groundbreaking independent filmmakers who have worked tirelessly through Covid-19 restrictions to bring you thrilling and patriotic entertainment. Join "Narco Sub" and fictional character, Commander Bruce Stryker, a former U.S. Navy Seal who risks everything in a daring face-off with the Colombian drug cartel. The Remi Award winner for “Best Action Film” will keep you on the edge of your seat. This film has a serious real-world mission too. They are raising awareness, and starting conversations about finding solutions to stop Human Trafficking. Support your local movie theatres.
Attend the Meet and Greet benefit supporting the local thrift stores of the Palm Coast community. The 1920s themed event includes drinks and appetizers, a fashion show, a silent auction, and much more. Get dressed, get out, and get down at this event to support local businesses and the economy of the Palm Coast, Florida.
Get your grub on at Palm Coast’s very own Food Truck Tuesdays, held every third Tuesday of the month. Enjoy great appetizers, main courses, and desserts in the midst of amazing people. Get out and enjoy the night full of food, festivities, and fun.
If Texans and Floridians have one thing in common, it’s this:
They love America.
As we move into the month of September this year, that love can be shared through the Big Screen, with the sensational new Action film, "Narco Sub".
Narco Sub - Actor - Robert LaSardo
The film follows the story of a former U.S. Navy Seal who is forced to become a criminal to save his family from being kidnapped by the Colombian drug cartel. The film shows us action packed and high-quality films are being produced, without the giant Hollywood budgets. "Narco Sub" was produced in Houston, Texas, and continues to sweep the nation with a national release date of September 10th.
Narco Sub - Cartel Queen Alessandra - Actor / Co-Producer - Jen Barbeito
Having a military theme doesn’t make the film truly American. What does however, is the fact that the film uses entertainment to start conversations about real-life issues. This movie touches on the worldwide problem of Human Trafficking.
Narco Sub - Behind the Scenes
VetFlicks / Impact Releasing CEO Mr. Marcus T. Bovee II is the U.S. Army Veteran who is responsible for bringing "Narco Sub" to cinemas. He has created a campaign called #SummerofStryker and Military Appreciation Watch Parties, where Deepwater Productions teamed up with VetTix to give away free tickets, t-shirts and concessions at private screenings, for military families before the national release date.
VetFlicks / Impact Releasing CEO Mr. Marcus T. Bovee II
The film team is showing raw talent and true business grit as they push this project through the toughest times and onward to the cinemas. It is interesting to see the filmmakers navigate Covid-19 lockdowns and restrictions to get movies to the Big Screens safely. It is only with the generous support and collaboration of Theatre Owners, that an independent film can have a chance to be seen.
Lead Actor - Tom Vera
The film is achieving groundbreaking accomplishments in many aspects of entertainment business and film distribution for 2021, as compared to some Hollywood titles being stalled or release dates being pushed back, again. "Narco Sub" is the Remi Award winner for “Best Action Film” of 2021.
Narco Sub - Behind the Scenes - Robert LaSardo
So, for all you red, white, and blue blooded Americans in Florida, it’s time to get off that sofa, and take to the Big Screens again. Support your local theatres.
announces a Partnership to produce a Feature Film based on his life.
Press Conference Sept 16, 2021
Thursday 1:00PM -3:00PM
Fighter Nation Boxing Gymnasium
13305 Woodforest Blvd,
Houston, TX 77015
Termite will be holding a local press conference at Fighter Nation Gym in Houston on Thursday, Sept 16, 2021 between 1:00PM - 3:00 PM to thank the media and people of Houston for their ongoing support over the years and to share the exciting news about his new feature film. Houston native, son and boxing legend Maurice “Termite” Watkins.
Any proud American is willing to say thank you to our Armed Forces for the things they do. If you appreciate the Armed Forces, care about the future of our country, and you use your power in democracy to vote, then you might be a patriot, and Patriot Day in Clermont, Florida is right around the corner.
Patriot Day is an annual observance on September 11, 2021 to remember those who were injured or perished during the terrorist attacks in the USA on September 11, 2001. Many people refer to Patriot Day as 9/11 or September 11.
What to do in Clermont, Florida
Patriot Day Weekend:?
Stress relief. . .
1. Watch a movie - Narco Sub
Tom Sizemore - Narco Sub behind the scenes
Experience a film at Epic Theatres. Watch an independent film about a former U.S. Navy Seal who is forced to become a criminal to get his wife and daughter back from the ruthless Colombian drug cartel. The Remi Award winner for “Best Action Film” packs a punch, is made for Patriots, and brought to you by U.S. military Veterans.
The most patriotic thing you can do this weekend is commemorate the lives of those Americans we lost during 9/11. It’s important to never forget what our country has been through so that we can move forward together creating a better and safer America for our children.
Visit the Local Farmer’s Market and support the small businesses of Clermont. With 40 local vendors selling local produce, meat, honey, eggs, seafood, handmade gifts and home goods, there is no better way to support the economy of Clermont and the local businesses that are making their way through the American dream.
As we move into the Fall of our second year in a pandemic, we begin to see new trends within the film industry emerging. Blockbuster films such as Avatar 2, The Batman, and Mission Impossible 7 have all been postponed or pushed back due to Hollywood’s crackdown on Covid, leaving fans in anticipation for extra weeks, months, and even years. Streaming vs. the Big Screens?
With movie lovers looking to get off the couch and back into theaters, the search for entertainment has begun. Luckily, we need to look no further than to independent films, who have decided to take the time and effort necessary to meet their promised release dates during these times.
Independent writers, producers, and filmmakers are pushing the envelope and beginning to fill in the void that major blockbusters are leaving for fans. The indie film companies are using data and spending the marketing budgets needed to compete with "hollywood" titles at the box office.
Executive Producer, Derek H. Potts brings us one of those independent films with "Narco Sub" the independent Action/Adventure film of the Summer. Packed full of raw talent and suspense, the audience follows the compelling story of a former U.S. Navy Seal who becomes a criminal, to rescue his wife and daughter from the Colombian drug cartel. The Remi Award winner for “Best Action Film” is sure to provide movie-goers with all of the entertainment satisfaction we are looking for.
Welling Films - Narco Sub
Not only are independent films putting in the effort to meet release dates, they are also strategically collaborating with cinema owners to identify new opportunities during these changing times. With the postponement of major movies, theaters have been struggling to put new content on the Big Screens.
Welling Films - Narco Sub
Independent filmmakers have realized this situation, which makes them work even harder to meet deadlines and support theaters in ways that may have not been possible pre-pandemic. There is an obvious need for localization, as it pertains to movies and a specific audience.
Welling Films - Narco Sub
So, the next time you’d like to see a movie, look out for independent titles making a difference in the film industry. Be a part of "Narco Sub" and the Summer of Strykermovement.
Show your support for a pioneering military-centric movie, dates and times are listed below.
Produced by Deepwater Productions, a boutique producer of independent feature-length films. Based in Houston, Texas amidst a robust independent film following, Deepwater Productions takes pride in being one of the few such companies in the Nation’s 4th largest city.
Independent film Director, Mr. Shawn Welling is earning his due respect in the military veteran community with his Remi Award-winning motion picture, “Narco Sub”. Follow this compelling story, introducing actor Tom Vera, who plays a former U.S. Navy Seal, Bruce Stryker.
Commander Stryker will do anything to get his kidnapped family back from the Colombian drug cartel leader, played by well-known actor Robert LaSardo. “Narco Sub” is Action packed, and setting a higher standard of quality, for independently produced films. You will also see appearances by a couple of our favorite actors, Tom Sizemore and Mr. Lee Majors.
Credit: Welling Films
Set to release September 10th in Central Florida, this movie has already been instrumental in starting much needed conversations about creating a solution for the worldwide problem of Human Trafficking.
Epic Theatres
“Narco Sub” has won a Remi Award for “Best Action Film”, given back immensely to the military community, and has pushed through the Covid-19 business shut-downs. . . All of this happened to ensure that their story was told on the big screens, and experienced by fans across the United States. There are several “Hollywood” film titles which cannot boast about nearly as many accomplishments in 2021.
This shows the passion, entrepreneurial spirit and true grit of the leadership behind the “Narco Sub” film project. This movie is a must see for any action film fans looking to escape for 96 minutes into the tranquil sanctuary that we call a Movie Theatre. . .
A big salute goes to partners like Epic Theatres who have made it possible for more diverse content to be seen by a wider audience. The independent film community relies on forward-thinking theatre owners to collaborate with, so films like “Narco Sub” will have a chance to be seen “at the movies”.
U.S. Army veteran Mr. Marcus T. Bovee II created a professional community collaboration between VetTix and VetFlicks/Impact Releasing to offer complimentary tickets, popcorn, t-shirts, and a beverage, so military families can step into a theatre and create a new positive experience together.
The military community has been on the edge of their seats all Summer long as they watched “Narco Sub” during the #SummerofStrykerMilitary Appreciation Watch Party screenings. The team at Deepwater Productions show the film industry what giving back to military families really looks like.
Can a small team of independent media professionals gain market share from giant Hollywood Studios? Yes. It takes a high level of quality experience and confidence to accept the mission of going head to head against the Hollywood machine.
“Narco Sub” uses entertainment to bring attention to human trafficking, which is a worldwide problem that we face; and this message is important enough to defy all odds. Bringing a film to the big screen during COVID-19 is no easy task.
Imagine an independent film like "Narco Sub" taking Big Screens away from a Hollywood movie title at the cinemas! That's a big deal. There are a limited amount of screens in the USA, and every film project is competing for the attention of cinema owners.
Patriot Day eve, September 10, 2021 Deepwater Productions and U.S. Army veteran Mr. Marcus T. Bovee II, CEO of VetFlicks will bring new film content to the big screens. The problem is that theatres have been denied new films by Studios for the past year. It makes it very challenging to operate a business like a theatre if the people who own the content are not sharing it. Now these cinema owners will honor their exhibition family relationships with independent film distributor, Impact Releasing, by screening “Narco Sub” to live audiences in Central Florida, USA.
Integrity and levels of high character are always in style, in business and with personal relationships. This is why when things got tough in the external environment, Mr. Bovee and his team did not lay down to die. They knew an audience was starving for new content, and they wanted to serve their community. There is a story here about resilience, true grit and doing whatever it takes to connect with the right people.
An unexpected opportunity was created since the pandemic, and CinemaCon is where “Narco Sub” moved in to gain rapid business growth. What this team has accomplished is the glimmer of hope and inspiration needed for the indie film community.
USMC veteran, Oscar Garcia of Magnitude Visuals has been an integral part of developing the entertainment business strategy with Impact Releasing/VetFlicks. They are collaborating with smiles and standing their ground in uncertain times.
CinemaCon first came about in 2011 and since then has grown to become the largest gathering of cinema owners and the film industry movers and shakers.
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It was an amazing event which lasted from August 23rd-August 26th in the beautiful Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino. All COVID-19 safety protocols were in place and followed by the participants.
Universal's CinemaCon presentation on Wednesday
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Mr. Marcus T. Bovee II with Deepwater Productions took "Narco Sub" and his team to Las Vegas, Nevada for this top-level industry event.
Marcus T. Bovee
CEO - Impact Releasing / VetFlicks
The intention for the people who attended was to build on past relationships, and to create new strategic partnerships. As things change rapidly with entertainment business, it is very important to know the right people.
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At CinemaCon we experienced exclusive Hollywood presentations of upcoming films, attendance of film stars, producers and Patty Jenkins, the director of "Wonder Woman 1984" as a speaker on a panel.
Do you have your thumb on the pulse of what's going on in the
movie theatre industry?
Discussing film projects. . .
What do you know about the current state of affairs for
film distribution?
CinemaCon isn’t just a gathering for Hollywood exclusives and big wigs; it's a huge cinema industry trade show, that covers all facets of the industry such as: the newest equipment, exhibition tools, distribution strategy, marketing, publicity, and advertising.
As well as concessions dealers, showcasing their latest and greatest cinema food!!
Most of the usual suspects of Hollywood were there, but a few larger companies seemed like they were non-existent at the show this year.
Impact Releasing / VetFlicks
Why did they skip the show?
Are these large Hollywood companies banking on streaming vs. cinema, maybe they are taking extra precautions for COVID-19, or are they tightening up on budgets?
Thanks to the generosity of Derek H. Potts and his executive team at Deepwater Productions, "Narco Sub" was the ONLY independently produced film being shopped around in the private mixers at CinemaCon.
This is an exclusive and huge opportunity for anyone who works in the film industry.
"Narco Sub" showed true leadership for the independent film community by showing up and representing at CinemaCon 2021.
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IndieWire - Theater owners licked their wounds and rallied around movies that will lure audiences, from "No Time to Die" to day-and-date "Dune."
During the pandemic-era Las Vegas convention, Sony Pictures chief Tom Rothman trotted out "It's the window, stupid" as a mantra as studios previewed movies highlighted by 'Matrix 4,' 'No Time to Die' and 'Spider-Man: No Way Home.'
The hardworking people who created the event for CinemaCon this year put a lot of time and effort into the Run of Show, and it was perfect! A standing ovation for the entire staff, support staff, and team who coordinated this meeting.
All safety protocols were in place for on the spot COVID-19 testing, Vaccine card checks, and mask requirements thorough-out the hotel.
You can see Mr. Marcus T. Bovee lead the way by lifting spirits and finding the right relationships for "Narco Sub" an Action/Adventure feature film scheduled for a national release date of September 10, 2021.
There is definitely a buzz of high energy around what Impact Releasing/VetFlicks has been doing in the past 24 months within the independent media distribution world.
Production Designer, Actor,
Film Distributor, and a Producer
walk into a Las Vegas convention. . .
Who knows what can happen next?!
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collaborative people to
make things happen with harmony.
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What makes this year unique vs. past years?
Many things. . .
People are collaborating to seek answers about the future of the industry.
There are actors, producers, architects, and cinema owners in attendance.
We are proud to be a part of a motivated group of people who are genuinely interested to find a way to save our precious industry.
What did people talk about at the convention?
Jeff Whipple from Megaplex Theatres in Sandy, Utah suggested that we start a hashtag #CouchesToCinemas or something along those lines. . . It was an intriguing conversation about audiences streaming vs. going to the movies.
The basic idea is that we need to get people to get back into the Cinemas to experience stories on the Big Screens again.
Streaming on a TV is really cool, but the experience of a Cinema is something that deserves to be shared with future generations.
The Texas Film Scene is proving that you don’t need to be in Hollywood to get things done.
Summer of Stryker is here!
When a person typically thinks of Texas, they might not necessarily think of Film productions and Movie premieres on the red carpet, as one of the major qualities of the Lone Star state.
This has changed recently, with Texas-based companies producing Hollywood level films and bringing in the talent to match.
Non-studio companies have not let the pandemic halt their progress. As a matter of fact, they have found more ways to produce and distribute films efficiently and with tighter budgets. Deepwater Productions has hosted a series of Military Appreciation Watch Parties, where they offer free T-shirts for a certain number of early guests.
Will the recent box office success of these independent companies attract big budget production companies and talent agencies out of Southern California, and into Texas or Florida?
Is there training and development established
for filmmakers and talent in the South?
KMP Entertainment is a Texas based company that specializes in teaching: Film Acting, Film Writing, Improv, The Business of Acting, and Cold Reading as well as serving as an agency. KMP, founded by Kendal and Michelle Murray (Son-Mother) , heralds professional development in the film world to those who aren’t living in Southern California. KMP has some great things in the works for the upcoming year.
Deepwater Productions, a Houston based production company, with Derek H. Potts (Founder/Producer) at the Helm. The Deepwater team has produced a feature-length and award-winning film amidst a pandemic called “Narco Sub” which has been screening at cinemas during the Summer of Stryker campaign.
The team at Deepwater Productions brought together a cast that makes the film feel genuine and exciting. With Tom Sizemore, Lee Majors, Robert Lasardo, Jen Barbeito and Tom Vera as the lead talent in this Action/Adventure film the audience is left satisfied and entertained.
“Narco Sub” has been successfully distributed around the country with military appreciation tickets offered to our veterans and their families at no cost, through partners like VetTix and Impact Releasing.
Deepwater will be showing “Narco Sub” at the #summerofstryker events starting up September 10th, 2021, aka “Patriots Day” eve in many cities across southern United States.
These two Texas companies show that Hollywood production companies and talent agencies in Southern California are not the only way to achieve professional Film success and talent development.
Local Veteran Founded Podcast, "Southpaw's Tales From the Barstool", has collaborated with Deepwater Productions, VetFlicks and Impact Releasing to bring a special screening of the movie "NARCO SUB" before its national theatrical release.
