by Don Simkovich

Created on: June 14, 2008   Last Updated: October 31, 2008

As an actor, I believe quality filmmaking and earning profits from films can and do co-exist. Making a movie has to bring together love of the craft with the opportunity for profits.

I have been recently cast in a supporting role in the movie "JOSHUA 'The Heart of a Warrior'". It's an independent film produced by Darkan Entertainment and Knuckle City Films (www.knucklecityfilms.com).

Making this movie is based on the vision of the screenwriter, Choice Skinner, the director, Addison Henderson, the producers, cast and crew. Every one is working on "deferred compensation" which means no one gets paid until distribution and sales occur.

The production team has put together a professional investment package for investors and businesses seeking an advertising outlet.

Making a movie is hard work and requires long hours. Who can fault the studios needing to profit from movies in order to pay actors, crew and office personnel? Profits lead to paychecks and future projects. Without profits there can be no film industry.

But without vision for quality storytelling, films lack impact and don't reach the emotions of their audiences.

That's why working on "JOSHUA 'The Heart of a Warrior'" is a valuable experience.

The film is a mixed martial arts story, a sport growing in popularity, and it includes creative action-packed sequences. It will appeal to fans of the sport.

But a tragedy in the octagon during an exhibition match causes head trauma to the character of Joshua. He becomes disabled. The once mighty warrior is now dependent on others to care for his basic needs and survival. The movie also appeals to families who understand the challenges of caring for the disabled.

This movie will also appeal to investors large and small thus covering production costs so a distribution package can be accomplished. Profits from the film will inspire the filmmakers, actors and crew to create additional quality films. Knuckle City Films has produced a quality investment and advertising package.

The producers have outlined the competitive advantages of investing in this particular film. The total projected film production budget for "JOSHUA 'The Heart of a Warrior'" is approximately $100,000 (Subject to change).

"JOSHUA 'The Heart of a Warrior'" is expected to generate revenue in the form of
advances and royalties earned by licensing the film for theatrical, cable, DVD and
satellite distribution.

Different studios and production companies are like businesses in any industry. There are core values that define a "quality" film for each individual production company. They turn out different products. But in order to operate as a business they must eventually cover costs and turn a profit even one that's minimal.

While the cast, including myself, and crew members are working for the love of acting and film production, we also see the possibility of future pay. There is the expectation that "JOSHUA 'The Heart of a Warrior'" has the appeal to generate commercial success. In plain English, that means earning money for the investors and others involved on the project.

We hope the end result is an artistic achievement with commercial appeal.

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