Sep102013
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
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
Aug182013
We just posted a new character bio on the character of Grace Justice. Check it out under the Characters page! And be sure to peep the rest of the current character bios on F4YLMovie.com, as well as soooo much more!
http://www.f4ylmovie.com/characters/
– The one studios crew
Aug72013
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
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:
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
Aug62013
Brandon J. Woods w/ Proud Mom at Harvard School of Medicine
Fight 4 Your Life‘s lead, Brandon J. Woods recently made the move to the Ivy League. Yes, that’s right. Brandon is now a Harvard man.
When last spoken to by friend and director Bryan Bachar, Brandon told Bryan:
“I’m loving it out here man. A lot to take in at the moment. But, hey, rest assured I’m looking forward to flying back out to finish my scenes. I see this as an opportunity to represent Fight 4 Your Life and one studios on the east coast. You know there ain’t no bigger city than the Big Apple baby! F4YL is about to blow up!!!”
– Brandon J. Woods
aka Fleet Blackwood
Awesome Brandon! Keep it up. We look forward to having Mr. Woods back out in the coming months to wrap up his final scenes. Until then, be sure to keep up with Brandon’s east coast adventures here on Fight4YourLifeMovie.com! You can also catch him on the F4YL Facebook page HERE. Want to like Brandon on Facebook? HERE you go!
– The one studios crew
Aug12013
Scientist, musician, Fight 4 Your Life lead / co-producer and overall Renaissance Man, Brandon J. Woods knows the hunger of earnest desire, the recipe for ambition, and the savory taste of achievement. Born in an inner-city drug stricken community of the late 1980s, Brandon emerged from humble beginnings. Concomitantly, he understands the nature of adversity and the will to overcome. As an adolescent, Brandon possessed a strong appreciation for the arts and science, interests that would eventually mature into a passion for music, acting and biomedical research. After graduating high school, Brandon matriculated into the University of California, Davis, where he would obtain a Bachelors of Science degree in Microbiology while concurrently developing his talents as an athlete, songwriter and musical producer.
Following his years as an undergraduate, Brandon continued to refine his skills as an artist while also attaining his Masters Degree in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. As of the fall of 2013, Brandon now resides in Boston, MA, having matriculated into Harvard School of Medicine, where he is currently earning his PhD.
Brandon has a special affinity for F4YL, and particularly the character of Fleet Blackwood. Brandon says:
“Fleet’s story embodies the very essence of my life; the tale of an ambitious boy from a broken home, burdened with the weight of the world on his shoulders; however, blessed with the virtue of sincerity and conviction, is a story I have lived on all accounts. Moreover, I am deeply moved by the moral undertone of the film. I am a firm believer that the undertaking of great success and happiness in life is predicated upon self belief, principality and faith. I feel F4YL does a wholesome job at illustrating the importance of all 3 attributes.”
Brandon ended his statement about the movie by saying:
“Furthermore, what better a thing to fight for than the vitality of one’s dreams? Fore, a life without the vitality of wonder is no life at all.”
In addition to helping off camera as a co-producer on the project, Brandon plays Fleet Blackwood, the protagonist of Fight 4 Your Life. We are thankful to have Brandon back for this feature length version of F4YL, with Brandon also having played the role of Fleet in the short version of F4YL from 2012. Truly, Fight 4 Your Life is fortunate to have someone on board with the multitude of passion, talents and dedication Brandon possesses.
– The one studios crew
Aug52013
A dedicated actor and father, Kaveh was approached to play the principal role of Ahiga Montejo in Fight 4 Your Life. After an excellent audition, it was apparent Kaveh was perfect for the character.
“My producer Alonzo Chism and I knew he was right for Ahiga as soon as he left the room. His mellow attitude and willingness to dive into the character made it an easy decision.“
– Bryan Bachar Director
Throughout the production process Kaveh has been a huge help, not only by being a very professionally-minded actor, but also by often lending a hand behind the scenes. Without his diligence, patience and focus, F4YL would not be turning out to be the fantastic film it is.
Kaveh resides in Sacramento with his lovely wife and children. He is thoroughly thrilled to be a part of Fight 4 Your Life and is dedicated to the process of seeing the film through to its completion. Truly, Kaveh is a man of his word, someone every filmmaker would be lucky to have aboard. We thank him for his continued hard work.
– The one studios crew
Aug52013
3x World Champion Tony “The Tiger” Lopez is a name many people know when it comes to boxing. A Sacramento native, Tony had a stellar professional boxing career, having had the kind of success all boxers strive for. Out of the ring, Tony has continued to serve as an example of leadership and professionalism, owning and operating his own business for over a decade now. Not unlike the character of Tony in F4YL, Tony acts as a role model and community leader. He has played a key role in Fight 4 Your Life’s success so far, aiding our cast and crew throughout the production process.
“When Tony came in to audition, I have to admit, I didn’t know who the hell he was. I love boxing, but I’m not going to lie and say I follow it closely, although I can definitely see myself doing so more after this production. All I knew is he was a former boxer who had some acting experience. It was a funny circumstance really, because I had created the character of Tony “The Tiger” Mercado long before I even met Tony. So, when he came to the audition and I learned of his name and nickname, I cracked up. Then, when I saw the personality he possessed, I soon realized it was meant to be. He was perfect for the role. He was Tony “The Tiger” Mercado.
Tony has been a savior when it comes to this production. Constantly helping the cause, he has spent time training our actors, choreographing fight sequences and pulling strings to get us key locations. Not only is Tony a huge factor in the success of this film so far, he is also just a good dude. I am nothing but happy to know him. Like so many other persons I’ve gotten to know through this process, I look forward to having Tony not only as a colleague, but as a genuine friend, for the years to come.“
– Bryan Bachar Director
Taking on the biggest role of his acting career, Tony is elated to be a part of Fight 4 Your Life. The hours he has put into this project are enormous. And he knows it will all be worth it in the end. His professionalism and dedication are highly appreciated.
For more on Tony’s boxing career, Google him! HERE is a good place to start though. To visit his bail bonds business website, please go HERE.
– The one studios crew
Sep132023
EMilio Mils
“Good Days Don’t Make Themselves!”
EMilio Mils (born October 1987 as Emilio Cordiel Richardson) is an American actor, artist, designer, singer/songwriter, rapper, and acrobatic yoga instructor. In 2012, under the artist name, Mili Mils, Crystal Rain Productions released 2 singles, “Chainless” and “My Treasure,” both written, composed, and performed by Mils. At the time, he was serving in the U.S. Military and was unable to pursue his full career.
After medically leaving the Air Force in 2014, EMilio pursued a much more freeing career in radio, rekindling his flame for creativity. In 2016, he left radio to pursue expressive art as a career adding digital illustration and performance art to his arsenal of artistic ability under his personal brand, The Mils Edition (@theMilsEdition).
EMilio has enjoyed much of his success in Sacramento’s arts & media scene using his creativity to entertain, spark social change, and empower the entrepreneurial artist within. His community events are for like-minded, inclusive, and positivity-focused people to connect in a safe and collaborative environment whether it be an artist mixer or an acrobatic yoga jam session.
As a published writer, poet & lyricist, EMilio has written & voiced on-air commercials and promotions for 6 major radio stations and 7 brands in the Sacramento market alone. EMilio has worked with hundreds of people, businesses, products & events as an all-around creative. He has been featured on over a dozen websites & podcasts, radio shows, over 1,100 social media pages, and a handful of news broadcasts including Good Day Sacramento and nationally syndicated Fox 40,
EMilio has emceed and performed at festivals, concerts, tours, and outdoor events with over 10,000 people in attendance and has made several commercial television appearances and some cameos including Gordon Ramsay’s 24 Hours to Hell and Back. His professional modeling background consists of commercial, promotional, fitness, fashion, and editorial work including Chevrolet’s Finding New Roads magazine (October 2015) #FuelYourHustle campaign.
Using his childhood skill to impersonate, EMilio has found a home in front of the screen as a feature film and commercial actor, which brought him into the mix with Fight 4 Your Life. Originally a featured background cast member of the project for a single scene, director Bryan Bachar approached EMilio about taking on a larger role. Luckily, he accepted. Now audiences will be fortunate to see Mr. Mils play the heroic Kung Fu Stone in his feature film debut in a leading role!
Currently represented in Northern California (including Reno/Tahoe) by Cast Images based in Sacramento, Ca., spreading comfort and happiness to others is what fuels EMilio to continue pursuing an incredibly competitive & challenging, yet rewarding career as a professional actor. It is our hope that the sacrifices and great efforts he’s endured throughout his time with F4YL provide him a lane for even more advancement and overall success. We know first hand how awesome a talent he is. And we can’t wait for the world to see what we’ve been experiencing for years. The dedication this man has shown will shine brightly on the big screen.
As an artist and designer, EMilio has created digital media from logos and brand marks to 6 ft mural designs. His passion for creativity and wild imagination has allowed him to push the confines of any box.
“If I had a superpower in art and design I would say it was ideation. The ideas are the easy part. Bringing them to life is a whole other story.” –EMilio Mils
Mils’s ultimate goal is to bring enjoyment, value, and inspiration to people’s lives. He strongly believes in collaboration over competition and welcomes any opportunity to create and artistically express himself and his views on life.
Check out this blog post to find out a little more.
There’s lots on EMilio’s personal site….themilsedition.com.
And you can keep up with him on various social media outlets, like Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter) and Facebook, by plugging in his handle @themilsedition.
– The one studios crew
May82014
Aaron Joseph Griggs is a multi-talented young man beyond his years, having ambitions in acting, dance and sports. Many words can describe this success driven lad, but just a few are captivating, charming and determined. An example of his drive would be how after living in Texas for two years, he decided to return to California to pursue his entertainment dreams.
The youthful Mr. Griggs is now attending Pinkerton Middle School, where he is the quarterback for the Wolf Pack football team. The sky is the limit, but Aaron already has determined that when he grows up he either wants to play in the NFL or become a police officer….both honorable goals indeed! His passion for sport allows him to demonstrate well his personal mantra to always strive to be the best, no matter what challenges might lay ahead. Although Aaron has a lot on his plate, his academics always come first, and he takes pride in the work that he does.
Aaron really enjoyed his role in Fight 4 Your Life, for which he was able to conjure emotions from his own life experiences to really connect with his character.
“I lost my dad tragically six years ago. He was my hero and now that I am older, I always try to protect my mom,” says Aaron.
Through such tough times and obstacles Aaron has become a stronger person, much like F4YL‘s main character Fleet Blackwood does throughout the diversity he faces throughout Fight 4 Your Life. It’s amazing how much alike the two actually are!
Aaron is looking forward to seeing how the movie turns out, and is very happy to have had the opportunity to play a role in this exciting project, which has such an incredible cast. Fight 4 Your Life might be Aaron’s first official film project, but he is just getting started. His talent, charisma and passion will take him very far, not only in this industry, but also in life. And we here at one studios look forward to watching this amazing young man grow and mature!
– The one studios crew
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