From Prison To Hollywood "Soul Survivor" Documentary
by Jason
(New York,NY)
FROM PRISON TO HOLLYWOOD - In 1972 on August 15th Jason Rodriguez was born in Spanish Harlem and than raised in the Bronx. He is an only child and was sent to catholic schools by his parents Maria & Jose Rodriguez to avoid the ills children suffer in the Urban communities throughout America. Even though his mother suffered two failed Kidney transplants, on dialisis and diabetic she wanted the best for her only son.
In 1988 he was arrested at the age of sixteen and charged as an adult. He was convicted for Manslaughter and sentenced to 8 1/3 - 25 years in prison. While incarcerated he educated himself despite that College and vocational programs were being eliminated from the New York State Department of Corrections. He than lost both of his parents, his mother to a stroke in 1996 and his father to a heart attack in 2002 while incarcerated. Denied parole five times he ended up serving seventeen years.
Released on July 1, 2005 at the age of 32 he was paroled to his aunt Patricia Rodriguez who believed in him after no one in his family would risk taking him in and nine months later he was casted for a Principle role by Director Gavin O’Conner after speaking with him about his story and admired his confidence & ambition in the motion picture “Pride & Glory”. Working along side seasoned actors Colin Farrell, Edward Norton, John Voight and John Ortiz.
With no formal acting experience Director Gavin O’Conner was right? This opportunity is where his talents were discovered and given a chance to be seen and to continue moving forward. Since than he’s acting, directing, producing and giving back to his peers and community. With no back ground or formal education in any of his accomplishments he continues to tap into his inner aspirations by designing his own web site www.Jrodaction.net and writing articles on his blog www.Jrodaction.blogspot.com. Also sharing his story in his documentary on Ebru.TV called “Soul Survivors”.
Now venturing into another talent he discovered while incarcerated which is motivational speaking he intends to go to Colleges, High Schools, Acting seminars and any institutions or orginizations sharing his personal insight on overcoming difficulties and accomplishing your dreams & talents to be successful. A book is also in the works on his path “From Prison To Hollywood” which will be memoirs on his amazing turn around after serving 17 years in prison by braking all barriers and stereo types about being an Ex Felon.
Back to Watch Documentaries Online
Independent Film Financing Business Package
Are you ready to finance your film?
Do you think like an investor and speak their language?
Get a huge advantage over other Filmmakers Using Our Tools:
Back to Film Proposals and Financing Home
Like FilmProposals? |
Follow FilmProposals |
Find Film Investors
Film Investors do exist! Find out where they are and exactly what they want to hear from you.
Free Newsletter - Movie Cents
Movie Cents brings you information on Film Financing news, Film Making Tips, Monthly Specials, Film Contests and Prizes, Film Investors and our Independent Film of the Month. Subscribe free and receive a Business Plan Checklist as our gift.
Free Film Downloads and Samples
Many free film tools and samples exist across the internet and here is a great starter list for the Independent Filmmaker.
Indie Film Distributors
Indie film distributors look for one thing only when they evaluate Indie Films - "Will this film be profitable for us?"
How to Make a Movie
Our 15 minute program provides you the basics on How to Make a Movie. We've condensed the nuts and bolts for you and provided some of the best material on how to make your first film.
Independent Film Discussion Forum
Welcome to the Independent Film Discussion Forum for your Film Making questions, Movie Making Tips, Film Investors, Film Grants, Equipment Discussions, Financing Questions and Film Services.
Online Film School
Online Film School is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to learn the basics of film making. As a film maker, you have numerous education options. Make sure to get the Online Film School facts.
Independent Film Proposal and Financing Manual
Learn how to write a business plan, the definition of a business plan and creative ways to finance your film. Pair this Manual with our Financial Template and Business Plan Template for the ultimate Movie Making package.
Film Financial Projections Template
Show film investors why they should fund your movie with our Financial Template. Analyze your film, movie production costs and add financials directly into your Business Plan for Independent Film.
Business Plan Template for Independent Film
Our Business Plan Template is fully formatted with eight chapters and twenty three pages of sample text. Easily use this business plan example and customize it to your project.
Film Grants
The huge advantage to film grants is you do not have to reimburse the funds, unlike investors, who require their money back, plus a return on their investment.
Showcase Your Free Movie Trailer
Join our Independent Film Showcase and develop an online presence for your film in a few minutes - for FREE!!! Show the world your Independent Film and impress potential investors with more than just your logline.
Recommended Film Financing and Business Plan Guides
See FilmProposals top picks for Business Plan Books for Film. Film Funding and Financing, Low Budget, Business Plans and Budgets. See the best books on the market today, written by leading experts.
Best Independent Film Websites
FilmProposals top picks for the best Film Websites and Resources to help you find Investors for your Independent Movie, Film Financing Companies and Independent Film Funding.
FilmProposals Feedback
We want YOUR opinion of FilmProposals. What else would like to see? What did you find useful? About what topics would you like to see more information?
