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Michael Joiner is added to Ashes of Eden

10/23/2012

Joiner Joins Ashes of Eden”
For immediate release – October 23, 2012
Lansing, MI USA

Actor Michael Joiner is internationally known, having starred in several movie and TV projects. Michael’s lead role opposite Oscar winner Louis Gosset, Jr. in SONY/PROVIDENT's "The Grace Card," released in theaters 2/25/11 (www.thegracecardmovie.com) earned Michael rave reviews and has made him a highly sought after talent in faith driven-dramas. Riveting and powerful performances, is exactly what producers Shane Hagedorn and DJ Perry were looking for in Joiner; to bring a pivotal supporting character to life in their inspirational drama, “Ashes of Eden”. The film is a gritty tale of choices and consequences; sacrifice and salvation, and starts shooting Oct. 29th 2012 in central Michigan. Producer/actor DJ Perry has participated in other inspirational films such as “Figure in the Forest,” (TBN) “Book of Ruth, Journey of Faith” (Pureflix) and “Miracle at Sage Creek” (Universal) and stated the film has already attracted early attention from distributors.
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14 DAYS!

10/15/2012

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WEBSITE COUNTDOWN CLOCK

We are excited to be in full production in 14 days! It's going to fly by quick and there is still work to do but, we have a GREAT TEAM! And we are making big strides every day. We thank you for you love and support!

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Michigan stars added to growing cast.

10/13/2012

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INTRODUCING MORE STARS OF “ASHES OF EDEN”
For Immediate Release – October 2012
Lansing, MI USA

The past few weeks have brought us exciting news from the Great Lake state of Michigan. Several Michigan companies have come together to tell an edgy and inspiring story told with a trademark gritty Michigan style. New House Entertainment is director/writer Shane Hagedorn’s company. Producer/actor DJ Perry has brought Collective Development Inc. an established motion picture company since 1996, with partner Jeff Kennedy. Director of photography T. Dominic Cochran has brought the might of his commercial company Ahptic Productions, his partners Matt Martyn, Jon Berlinski and their high end gear. Dennis Therrian and his Therrian Productions will provide a rich music score and premier sound design mixes.

Keeping in the Michigan theme, the producers went out of their way to make sure they put a focus on some of the state's best screen talent.

“I’m tired of seeing productions come into the state and pass over our local talent for starring roles simply because we are from the Midwest.” – DJ Perry, producer

The production team poured over a slew of resume reels and requested materials looking for the right talent to bring these characters to life. The team is happy to announce that they have found additional talent including their film’s lead RED. That honor is going to Mr. Steven Sutherland born and raised in Garden City, Michigan. Steven had dreams of acting from a young age. A self admitted class clown, he discovered his ability to perform; earning some early awards of academic achievement. This drive to succeed was further inspired my his father who noted that he believed his son would “be a great actor someday.” The production team of “Ashes of Eden” couldn’t agree more.

"Steven's audition was raw and engaging. He tapped into some tough emotions. Outside is a visibly tough exterior, but there was real vulnerability behind his eyes; that's what I was looking for in the character of RED." -- Shane Hagedorn, Director

Josh Carrizales, a Texas native currently calling Grand Rapids, MI home has been cast as one of the film’s colorful antagonists. Josh has preformed in over 60 stage productions and is starting to build a great film resume within the state.

Production also announced Abby Murphy, an actress from the Lansing area who will play a supporting role as a troubled woman. Off beat characters and powerful performances has become her mainstay. She has quickly become a favorite onstage at Michigan theaters such as Peppermint Creek, Riverwalk and Over The Ledge Playhouse. She is excited to be on board with Shane Hagedorn and the creative team of artists in “Ashes of Eden”.

Steven Sutherland

Josh Carrizales

Abby Murphy

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Award winning talent!

10/5/2012

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"ASHES OF EDEN” EXPANDS CAST LIST WITH AWARD WINNERS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 2012
Lansing, MI USA

The Lansing, Michigan based feature film “Ashes of Eden” being produced by Shane Hagedorn and DJ Perry has recently announced some additional cast members. The film “Ashes of Eden” is a collaboration between New House Entertainment, Collective Development Inc. and Ahptic Productions. “Ashes of Eden” is a gritty drama with a redemptive ending showcasing a wide spectrum of characters we all can relate to.

One of these characters will be portrayed by dramatic powerhouse Abigail Mason, winner of the 2008 Grace Award for Most Inspirational TV Acting for her role in “Saving Sarah Cain,” directed by Michael Landon Junior. Abigail continues to seek out the most quality stories. Abigail also received a Nomination for Leading Young Actress in TV Movie (Young Artist Award) for her work. Abigail will play opposite fellow Michigan actor DJ Perry, both playing drug dealers who endanger the film’s lead.

“Abby is one of the best talents to come from the state of Michigan and we’re glad to have her aboard.” – DJ Perry, producer

Also joining the cast is Owosso, Michigan actor Anthony Hornus. He is a powerful character actor known for notable roles in such films as “Heaven’s Neighbors,” “Wicked Spring” and “Miracle at Sage Creek”.

“I’m very excited to land such a seasoned screen actor as Tony (Hornus). He will play a troubled character, wrestling with his own demons.”
– Shane Hagedorn, director/producer

Lastly, Mary Grace Casanova will play a supporting role in the film as the auntie to our Hispanic leads played by Texas actress Mayra Leal and NYC actor Carlucci Weyant. Ms. Casanova's breakout performance was in the film, The Model Father. A retired General Motors employee, Mary Grace hopes to continue with her own filmmaking.

Filming begins this fall with locations in the Michigan picturesque cities of Portland and Lansing, MI.

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NOW CASTING

10/4/2012

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NOW CASTING!

We have begun our casting for the Feature length film "Ashes of Eden" www.ashesofedenmovie.com

"The son of a single-female police officer steals from a ruthless drug dealer to save his mother from financial ruin. His descent into the brutal drug world to raise the cash, he is hunted by the dealer, the police, and his own addictions."

Shooting October 29 - November 17. SAG ULB

Auditions are TBD

*We are looking for experienced actors with acting reels or clips of performances. Please send resume/headshot and link to [email protected]
*If no reel is available send resume and headshot to [email protected] and we will be accepting taped video auditions.

BREAKDOWNS

4PLAY – African-American male, 20’s-40’s. A smalltime drug dealer without loyalty, scrapes by on a day-to-day basis.

Chad – Caucasian male,18-22. Teenager with an attitude. A total poser.

Kendra – Caucasian female, 18-22. Chad's girlfriend. Good looking control freak.

Chevy – Caucasian male,18-22. Charming player. Much bigger ego than backbone.

Clint – Caucasian male, 30-50. Easy going small town veteran cop.

Devin – Caucasian male, 30-50. Smalltown younger cop. Likes the thrill of the fight.

Dr. Ruiz – Any ethnicity, 50’s-60’s. A sympathetic physician.

Lena – Any ethnicity, 18. A high maintenance, high school student

Older Jake – Teenaged boy. Matches the younger version of Jake. Wise and responsible beyond his age.

Amanda – Hispanic female, 20’s. Ponch's girlfriend. A club chick. She’s been hooked up with dealers her whole life and isn’t afraid of anything.

Sammy – Caucasion female, 20’s. Waitress and hot little firecracker. She likes to make trouble and looking for a sugar daddy to toy with.

Sarah – Any ethnicity, 18. One of the “mean girls” of high school.

Teddy – Caucasian male, 18-20. A total poser. Eminem wannabe.

Lisa - Hispanic female, 30's. Single mother of a teenaged boy. Trying the best she can, using what she's got, while it lasts.

Street Thugs – Any ethnicity, 20’s. Tough dudes you don't want to mess with.

Party Girls – High school partiers

Party Guys – High school partiers

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Michael Joiner is added to Ashes of Eden

14 DAYS!

Michigan stars added to growing cast.

Award winning talent!

NOW CASTING

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