Tag Archives: Actor

May72014

Posted in F4YL Crew

Kevin Cogburn – assistant fight choreographer / stunts

What can we say about Kevin to not understate him and his talents?  Kevin is a rad dude….PERIOD!!!

Hailing from Shingle Springs, CA, Kevin Cogburn has always lived his life a bit on the edge.  Anything active and high octane that gets his adrenaline going tends to draw him in.  He has been an avid practitioner of martial arts, gymnastics, parkour, motorcycle riding and stunt performing for many years now.  It is from this background Kevin came upon Fight 4 Your Life, with the one studios crew being in need of a stunt performer and actor when first casting for the F4YL short film in March of 2012.

Kevin was looking to extend his stunt skill sets, build experience on camera and show the world what he could do.  It was a marriage made in the heavens, especially when we realized how cool of a dude he is.  And he’s been on board Fight 4 Your Life since.  In fact, Kevin continues to aid one studios whenever possible.  More than simply a colleague on call, we consider Kevin an honorary member of the one studios crew and we all look forward to good things ahead from him, whether by way of acting, stunt work or his musical ambitions….Kevin serves as lead singer in a local Sacramento area hard rock band.

In addition to contributing to the fight choreography of one of the big fight scenes in Fight 4 Your Life, Kevin also has lent us his acting abilities.  Look out for him on screen when Fight 4 Your Life comes to a theater, TV or computer monitor near you!  In the mean time, be a friend and like Kevin on Facebook!

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

May72014

Posted in F4YL Crew

Jonathan Calizar – fight choreographer / casting associate

Sixth Degree Black Belt KJN, Jonathan Calizar, has been training with Ernie Reyes’ West Coast Martial Arts since the age of four.  He has traveled nationally with the Ernie Reyes Demonstration Team.  He is experienced in Tae Kwon Do, Wu-shu, gymnastics and a variety of martial arts.

With thirteen years of teaching experience, Jonathan still follows his passion for instructing students.  Having moved to Folsom, CA in July of 2004, he proudly has honored the opportunity to teach the Martial Arts way.  One of his favorite quotes comes from Kwan Jang Nim Scott Coker,

 

“It’s not the teacher who teaches, it’s how the teacher teaches.”

 

Jonathan says,

 

“I’ve learned a lot in my brief lifespan, but what I will always remember are all the people who supported me.  Unfortunately, the list would never end!  So to everyone who supported me in the decisions I’ve made, I want to thank you for being there for me, and I will forever be indebted to you.”

 

Jonathan has served as a fight and stunt choreographer for Fight 4 Your Life, having met director Bryan Bachar through mutual colleague, and dear friend to B, Eliot Kelly.  B was amazed at the crazy acrobatics and high-flying kicks Jonathan could execute with precision.

 

“There was without a doubt Jonathan had to be a part of this film.  His abilities separate him from the pack.  He’s the kind of guy that you watch and say, yeah, he’s a professional.  Jon belongs in the movies.”  – Bryan Bachar aka B

 

And lucky for Bryan, Jonathan’s flare carries over into his attitude on camera as well.  A natural actor, he also plays one of the main villains in F4YL.  Working with lead Brandon J. Woods, a fight everyone is sure to remember was choreographed.

We thank Jonathan for his continued support and dedication to Fight 4 Your Life.  His energy and positive attitude has been addictive…and during the long shoots we need that!  Like a handful of F4YL‘s cast and crew members, Jonathan has been with this project since the very start, having also been in the F4YL short film in 2012.  This just shows the character of Mr. Calizar, as he is truly a loyal friend and a man of his word.  The one studios crew forever thanks you Jonathan.  We are in YOUR debt!

Check Jonathan out on the official El Dorado Hills West Coast Martial Arts site, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter!

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

May92014

Posted in F4YL Crew

Gary Merlo – casting associate / location scout

Garly Merlo passionately believes that tae kwon do has impacted his life in a very positive manner.  He has been training in martial arts since the age of 15, tallying up 12 years of experience as a head instructor and earning his Seventh Degree Black Belt along the way.

Upon moving to Folsom, CA Gary’s dream was to be a strong, positive influence in the community through martial arts instruction.  He considers himself to be a very family oriented person and feels fortunate to live in a family-driven community.  Gary says,

 

“I look forward to the challenge of making a difference.  Through martial arts instruction, I have witnessed children and adults reach far beyond what they believed to be their full potential.”

 

He continues,

 

“I believe the practice of martial arts, the discipline and training, develops the necessary life skills to succeed no matter what the student’s goals are.”

 

Gary has had the privilege of teaching in the Bay Area as well, and those students have now grown to become doctors, teachers, engineers and actors.  But more importantly he has tried to instill in all of his students a strong sense of family values and respect for those values.  His goal is to create an environment in which children and adults not only learn the disciplines of tae kwon do, but also learn a great deal about themselves.

This is apparent when you spend some time with Gary at his school West Coast Martial Arts, in El Dorado Hills, CA.  The relationships he has with his students, their families, his colleagues and everyone he meets are ones of welcoming and respectful natures.  It’s easy to see how he has become so successful, and his students the same.

The one studios crew has received the same treatment from Gary and his establishment.  With his cooperation we have filmed scenes at his West Coast Martial Arts for both the Fight 4 Your Life short (2012) and feature length films.   Gary has also aided us in casting and further location scouting.  Thank you for everything Gary.  Your knowledge, support and kindness are appreciated beyond words.  You’re the best!

For more info on Gary and his school, please visit www.westcoastkickinit.com.  Gary can also be found on Facebook!

 

– The one studios crew

 

 

Nov192013

Posted in F4YL Blog

Greathouse of Dance in the News

F4YL resident BBoy Brandon “Knowbody” Greathouse and his troop of dancers blew it out recently in San Fransisco at the S.F. Hip Hop Dance Fest.  Check out this SF Gate article to read all about it.  Show the love.  Doin’ big thangs!  Reppin’ Fight 4 Your Life!!!

http://www.sfgate.com/default/article/S-F-Hip-Hop-DanceFest-review-In-step-with-future-4991964.php

 

– The one studios crew

 

Nov152013

Posted in F4YL Blog

Cast Member Hence Singleton Invites You to His Comedy Show!

On Nov 27th F4YL cast member Hence Singleton has a comedy show at:

E one Entertainment at 200 Hegenberger Rd in Oakland, CA

TIME: 8:00 P to the M

COST: $5 – All of Hence’s earnings from this show will be sent to the Philippines for relief efforts.

If you’re a F4YL cast and/or crew member, come show your fellow F4YL brother some support!  If you’re a fan of F4YL, or, just a person in need of some laughs, please pop in as well!  Hence is a funny man….we promise.  And it’s for a great cause!

Fight 4 Your Life is filled with talented persons from many walks of life.  And we here at one studios support them all.  Keep it up team!

 

– OneMan

Oct282013

Posted in F4YL Blog

Executive Producer/Director, Bryan Bachar, Director of Photography on Bay Area Union Project

Our executive producer/director Bryan Bachar is currently collaborating on a major Bay Area production.  We currently are not able to give out too many details.  But we can say it is a union project and that B is working as a director of photography.  Plus, several of our F4YL cast members are also acting in the production.  Good stuff!
The executive producer of the project is looking for actors for two upcoming projects of his as well.  Both are union eligible.  SO, if you’re an actor looking to get union cred, holler at us here at F4YL/one studios.  We can send the good word and get you on radar down the line.
Oh, and here’s a link to the mentioned project’s Facebook page…..  🙂
https://www.facebook.com/pages/8-The-Series/167042860123161?fref=ts

 

– The one studios crew

 

Sep202013

Posted in F4YL Blog

Come Support Cast Member Brian Jagger’s Film!

Cast member Brian Jagger has been fortunate enough to have been selected to have his film script brought to life for the 2013 A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival.  It’s this festivals 14th year!  His film is called The Lottery Ticket, and will be premiered on October 6th at 1:00 pm at the Crest Theater in Sacramento.  Bring some friends, meet some more and eat some popcorn as you give Brian and his film some much appreciated support!

Brian’s a great dude and is heavily active in the Sacramento and Bay Area film and TV communities.  He a good guy to know.  And he’s just an awesome human being.  Plus, he’s a part of Fight 4 Your Life!  So, show him some love!  Also, there will be a special “After Party” at Blacktop Comedy in Roseville, CA at 6pm the same day.

The Crest Theater is located at:

1013 K Street, Sacramento, California 95814

 

Get your tickets for the film festival at www.purchase.tickets.com.

 

 

– B

 

 

Sep102013

Posted in F4YL Blog

F4YL Cast Member Neketia Brown on New KCRA 3 Commercial!

Be on the lookout for the new KCRA 3 News Sacramento commercial.  Fight 4 Your Life cast member Neketia Brown makes an appearance!  Nice job Neketia!  Check out more about Neketia on her upcoming bio on the F4YL Cast page here.  You can also read up on her F4YL character, Grace Justice, here on our Characters page.

 

– The one studios crew

 

Aug292013

Posted in F4YL Blog

Our Actor DJ Hale On the Rise!

DJ Hale, one of our fantastic actors whose role in the film is soon to be revealed, is making major strides in his acting career.  He’ s getting at it with a ferocity worthy of some words.  In just the last year he’s been cast in at least two feature-length films (including F4YL), a web series based out of Los Angeles and several shorts, at least one of which he’s starring in.  At only 20 years old the sky’s the limit for DJ.  He’s truly dedicated to his craft.  And with his hard work and diligence good things are sure to come in his career.

Director Bryan Bachar has this to say about DJ:

“DJ is one of those people that you can just feel the passion steam from.  When I met him for the first time I could automatically tell his mentality was one of focus and determination.  Much respect.  I’ve had the pleasure to have some great conversations with him.  All I can say is the guy has big dreams, big goals and the right attitude.  I have nothing but confidence in him and I am extremely grateful to have begun a working relationship with DJ.  He’s just another example of the high quality, up and coming talent we have involved in Fight 4 Your Life.”

Get it DJ!  We wish him the best in his endeavors.

If you’re interested in DJ’s career and happenings, check out his Facebook page here.

 

– The one studios crew

 

Aug72013

Posted in F4YL News & Announcements • F4YL Production Happenings

F4YL Going Strong! Need Dojo or Lobby Type Location

Fight 4 Your Life has now been filming for the better part of 4 weeks.  And we’re still going strong!  We had an excellent shoot on Sunday, August 4th in Roseville, CA.  Below is a still from some of the awesome footage that was captured.

 

Teen Fleet & his Opponent size each other up

Teen Fleet & his Opponent size each other up

 

We currently are searching for one of the following location types to film an important scene in the film within the next 1-2 weeks preferably:

  • Lobby able to be viewed from outside due to large open window.
  • Karate or Martial Arts type dojo with large open window allowing someone outside to watch what’s going on inside.

Either of these locations should be in more urban parts of town.  So, think city streets or older parts of town, including neighborhoods.  Let us know what you got!  Understand that most of this scene will be filmed from the outside looking in.  So, very little will be needed in the way of taking up the time of the location owner.  Please contact us for more details.  Hopefully, we can collaborate!  Thanks for your time.

 

– The one studios crew