News – Tagged "film" – Youthful Ambition YA

disable, film, filmmaking, opportunities, teaching - March 20, 2024

A Remarkable Journey: Co-writing and Producing "Intent Unknown"

In the realm such is the case with the remarkable story behind the psychological thriller "Intent Unknown." As a seasoned teacher of 30 years, I embarked on a new adventure, co-writing and producing my first feature film.

The Importance of Disabled Representation in Film

This post discusses the importance of disabled representation in the film industry and celebrates the progress that has been made in recent years. It highlights the need to break stereotypes and provide disabled actors with authentic and complex roles. The post mentions Ricky Bartlett, a double amputee actor, as an example of a trailblazer who has excelled in the industry. It emphasizes the power of authentic representation in challenging societal biases and promoting inclusivity. While progress has been made, the post acknowledges the need for more opportunities for disabled actors and recognizes production companies like TNG Films for prioritizing talent and diversity. The challenges faced by disabled actors are discussed, but their determination and achievements are seen as inspiring. The post concludes by emphasizing the lasting impact of disabled representation in film and the responsibilities of filmmakers and audiences in promoting inclusivity and supporting diverse productions.

Behind the Scenes with Intent Unknown: Getting to Know the Talented Cast

YOUTHFUL AMBITION YA and TNG FILMS In Post Following Filming in Fort Madison of Psychological Thriller, “INTENT UNKNOWN” Making its way to audiences Summer of 2023 Director, Terence Gordon of TNG Films and Creator of Youthful Ambition YA, recently wrapped on a psychological thriller in Fort Madison, that will be sure to have viewers on the edge of their seats. While they brought in seasoned actors, Eric Roberts and Julianne Michelle, they were sure to add some newcomers as well. It’s always been Terence’s mission under the Youthful Ambition YA Brand and Series, to provide opportunities to new talent. The...

Shooting in the Midwest with Lucy Deacon for WOHA

In June of 2021, I traveled to the midwest, just as I have done many times over the months researching for a film project based upon the book 7 Doors In, written by Beth Rondeau. The book chronicles Beth's journey teaching behind prison walls of a maximum-security prison, and what she was able to accomplish among the offenders in the three years she was there. The project is in the script development stage, and I’m slated to direct the film under a production company to be announced later in the film via the trade magazines. However, that was not the only project I had while in the...

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ambition, aviation, film, flying, Seven Doors In, sky - February 14, 2021

Returning to The Sky

Have you ever had that dream of flying in your veins that can't seem to escape you? That has been my lifelong dream from the time I was five years old. I remember traveling on BOAC from England to Guyana. I received my first logbook and a tiny pair of gold wings on that flight. The log book had about seven thousand miles and the captain’s signature. The first time I got behind the controls of an aircraft was in America on September 23rd,1990, at Islip Long Island in a Cessna 152 N93292 belonging to Brooklyn Aviation. I remember feeling an immediate...