Press Kit
November 2014
THE BROKEN LEGACY CONTACT Cynthia Bravo, Co-Producer c.bravo@glixstudios.com (818) 441 4065 503 S Flower St, Burbank, CA 91502 FILM SITES
http://www.thebrokenlegacy.com
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3188500/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1
www.facebook.com/thelastnightinn
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SYNOPSIS DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT PRODUCTION NOTES PRODUCTION TEAM THE CAST THE CREW THE FESTIVAL CIRCUIT FOREIGN SALES CAMPAIGN PRODUCTION STILLS COMPARATIVE FEATURE FILMS CONTACT INFORMATION
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THE BROKEN LEGACY Log Line While voluntarily testing a new drug at a research facility, a lost screenwriter recruits the help of an egotistical philosopher in order to attract the girl of his dreams.
Synopsis Steven Stamos, a shy screenwriter whose first movie bombed, volunteers to be a test patient for a new drug. Without knowing anything about the drug, he joins a group of other 20-something patients, all with one thing in common: they're all broke, lost and confused. The plot thickens as Steven falls in love with Emily Rezaie, the beautiful girl next door. But Steven thinks he doesn't stand a chance with her, so he makes a deal with Tomรกs Henao, a self-proclaimed artist, philosopher and ladies' man: Steven will help Tomรกs to write a script that could gave him immortal fame, and in return Tomรกs will help Steven to win Emily's heart. The script they craft resembles several uncanny parallels with the events unfolding inside the research facility, and just before the final day and the final page is written, Steven must discover if he is willing to compromise his principles to achieve his objective. The Broken Legacy Press Kit - November 2014
THE BROKEN LEGACY Director’s Statement The story of “The Broken Legacy” is, in its very core, about three lost men that are searching for immortality. However, these three men have very different visions of what “Immortality” means. For Jacob it means God’s forgiveness for all our sins in the afterlife and the promise of having, literally, eternal life by his side in heaven. Tomás believes that men should devote all his life to create a great work of art to leave as legacy after they die. In his vision, immortality is achieved in the sense that the soul of the artist lives in his work and will he immortal as long as his work is remembered and praised. Finally, Steven is chasing immortality just by being in love with Emily. Here the desire to be immortal is the same as the sexual desire. At a philosophical level (in Plato’s Symposium), the sexual desire is understood as the desire to have children, which is nothing different from the desire of being immortal: you want to leave behind a living witness of your existence, a legacy, something where your soul lives in and that will be around long after your flesh and bones are gone. In order to cinematically approach those themes, I made the choice to put the characters in a research facility to show that they are extremely far to reach any of the goals they which to achieve. This also creates to layers in the story: one thing is what the characters say and believe they are pursuing and another very different is what they are actually doing. What Steven discovers in his journey is that he has to stay true to himself, even if that means resigning to achieve the “immortality” that Tomás is trying to offer him.
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THE BROKEN LEGACY PRODUCTION NOTES Concept “The Broken Legacy� is a coming of age feature film with a unique philosophical approach and setting. The film explores the tension between the identity of each person and the ambition to succeed. Status The movie has completed Post-Production and is currently starting the Festival Circuit and seeking distribution. Running Time: 85 minutes, 22 seconds.
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THE BROKEN LEGACY CREATIVE TEAM Miguel Garzón Martínez Writer, Director & Producer Miguel is a Colombian-born, award-winning director with a passion for Philosophy, Romance, Travel and Communication that defies conventional boundaries and mediums. His numerous Music Videos and Short Films have played in festivals including Hollyshorts, Action on Film, YoFi, Bel-Air and Silent River. In Miguel’s first feature, “The Broken Legacy”, he has woven his myriad passions and interests into a compelling tale of love, friendship and the exploration our innermost limits.
Credits: “Knot” (2013), “Breaking Point” (2012), “It Happened in February” (2011).
Casey O’Brien Producer Casey grew up with one thing in mind: to make movies. He actively works in the industry producing independent Short Films, Features and content for studios, networks and music artists. In 2013, he founded Benevolent Pictures with the sole intention to produce phenomenal movies and content at minimal costs. Credits: “David’s Reverie” (2014), “Silent Voices” (2013), “Dollface” (2012).
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THE BROKEN LEGACY CREATIVE TEAM (Cont’) GONZALO DIGENIO – CINEMATOGRAPHER Gonzalo Digenio has vast experience in both digital and film, including including Fuji and Kodak’s16 mm and 35 mm; Canon C300, Alexa plus, Red One, Epic and Scarlet, among many others. Gonzalo’s portfolio includes feature film When the Wolf Calls (2014); feature film The Broken Legacy (2014); feature film The Last Night Inn (2014); 16 episodes of the popular TV show Brother's in Law [KZ], and dozens of short films, commercials, music videos and corporate videos. His upcoming projects include the feature films The House on Franklin, The Prodigal Brother, Hide in the Light and Spirits.
AASHISH MAYUR – EDITOR With an amazing sense of pacing, Aashish has worked in several independent shorts and feature films. Some recent examples are “Tempting Fate” (2014) and “Sharia” (2014).
PANCHO BURGOS – COMPOSER Pancho has been scoring feature films, documentaries and short films for the past seven years. He also writes concert music for orchestra. Some of his recent work includes “Wheels” (2014) and “Pass the Light” (2014).
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Cast
Michael Stahler Steven Michael broke out into television and film on NBC's "Outlaw", and the film adaption of Naomi Wallace's play "The Trestle at Pope Lick Creek” (2013). Michael is also a notable singer/ songwriter
Marcos Esteves Tomás
Rayne Bidder Emily
Marcos has worked in several projects and commercials in the U.S. including independent productions such as “Preciosa” (2012) and “Run for Roxanne” (2014).
Rayne is featured in the films "Dead Inside" (2011) and "Layover" (2012), but is best known for her performance as Harley Quinn in the viral YouTube sensation "Batman: Death Wish."
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THE BROKEN LEGACY Cast (Cont’)
Oren Dayan Jacob
Rob Roy Cesar Dr. Smith
Oren is known for supporting credits in TV shows, such as “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles”, “Lie to me”, “Dark Blue” and “NCIS”.
Some of Rob’s film credits include working with Faye Dunaway in ‘Ghosts Never Sleep’, and Robert Miano in ‘LA Cockroaches’. Recent credits include ‘Criminal Minds’ and Bryan Singer’s ‘H+’ .
Maria Olsen Nurse Lucy Maria has worked in productions such as “Percy Jackson” (2010) and “Paranormal Activity 3” (2011). She also is producer of several Short Films and Features.
Also starring Cynthia Bravo Jenny
Justine Herron Liz
Daniel Jimenez Dr. Anderson
Michael Keeley Dr. Norris
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Crew  Mikey McGregor
Heather Pupecki
Production Designer
Wardrobe
Charlie Peppers
Linday Gavin
Set Decorator
Make Up Artist
Ryan de Quintal
Brian McLaughlin
Casting Director
Production Manager
Ben Rotast
Amanda McNeice
1st Assistant Director
Script Supervisor
Rocco Pezzuca
Eric Miller
Graphic Designer
Sound Mixer
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THE BROKEN LEGACY The Festival Circuit “The Broken Legacy� is a philosophical exploration of human ambitions featuring powerful performances. It is a diamond in the rough waiting to be discovered. That is why the film is currently being submitted to the following film festivals, and to many others.
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THE BROKEN LEGACY Foreign Sales Campaign The style of “The Broken Legacy” is reminiscent of European Cinema. Therefore the European Market could be one of the main focus for the film.
Another important Foreign Market could be Colombia, since Miguel Garzón Martínez is originally from this country. The Colombian Festival Circuit and the Bogotá Audiovisual Market will be key in offering the film press, exposition, and to secure distribution in this country.
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Production Stills This is how “The Broken Legacy” looks like. The movie was heavily influenced by the look of “The Social Network” and by philosophical themes in Plato’s “Symposium” about art, fame and immortality.
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Production Stills
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BEHIND THE SCENES
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THE BROKEN LEGACY Comparative Feature Films “SOUND OF MY VOICE” Drama set mostly in one location about a woman that could be from the future and driven by philosophical questions. Running time: 85 minutes. Budget: Under $100,000 Box Office: $408,015
“TAPE” Drama set in one location about three high school friends that reunite to discuss dark secrets of their past. Running time: 86 minutes. Budget: $100,000 Box Office: $515,900 “EXAM” Drama set in one location about how far ordinary people would go to get the perfect job. It approaches several philosophical themes. Running time: 101 minutes. The Broken Legacy Press Kit - November 2014
THE BROKEN LEGACY CONTACT Cynthia Bravo, Co-Producer c.bravo@glixstudios.com (818) 441 4065 503 S Flower St, Burbank, CA 91502 FILM SITES
http://www.thebrokenlegacy.com
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3188500/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1
www.facebook.com/thelastnightinn
The Broken Legacy Press Kit - November 2014