It would be rather silly to have a website like this and not offer production services. That's how it all began. The productions are carried out under John Holser Production Services To see more production setups and final product click here … [Read more...]
In this episode Chris is not convinced that "Mellencamp" is a done deal. So, he drives to New York City for a film screening that the William Morris Agency set up with a company called Unapix. The gang is close to having a big name for their lead actor but still needs a significant amount of … [Read more...]
In this episode it seems Chris is having doubts and may have lost well over $100,000. Just as some are worried he might be ready to throw in the towel, they get a call from a Hollywood agent asking if they would consider John Mellencamp in the main … [Read more...]
In this episode co-producer John Cocca assures us that this film is absolutely shoot ready. Martin Sheen has his wardrobe. Louise Fletcher has been fitted for her prosthesis. Bob has even chosen camera angles and lenses for each of his locations. The big question is do they have the entire 1.3 … [Read more...]
In this episode Chris is full steam ahead on the streets trying to find 10,000 people to fund his film. We know they ultimately make this film but does he really get 10,000 people to sign up? Watch this episode and keep watching this filmmaker's journey to Sundance. Sign up for our newsletter to … [Read more...]
In this episode the gang seems to be right on the edge of signing a big name actor. Hollywood producers want to make this a 3.5 million dollar picture and are working on Willem Dafoe, Steven Baldwin, Tim Roth or Benicio del Toro. Chris is about ready to blow his top and wants them to put up or shut … [Read more...]
In this episode Chris Nakis, owner of a successful auto repair and AAA tow service, explains how he gave his business (yes, he gave it) to his brother, to raise 1.3 million dollars for his best friend Robert Manganelli's film. At the time of this episode Chris has already signed a contract with … [Read more...]
"I have known and worked with John for close to a decade. In that time I have trusted him to deliver (on more than one occasion) some of the biggest and most important projects that my firm has ever been awarded. As a line producer I have seen him distill countless/scattered client meetings into a 2 inch thick, well organized production book. As a producer/directer I have seen 100 plus page scripts get chopped and numbered into small achievable scenes and shoot schedule. I have been on location and watched in awe John being backseat directed by five clients but still maintain enough clarity of thought and focus to guide a tender or frustrated actor directly to the performance required. In my humble opinion John is a gem to be cherished by both the acting and production community. He has a very calming and zen quality about him that permeates every production he is on. And perhaps most importantly, in a business typically peppered with scumbags, egos and thieves, I have never known him to say anything to me personally or professionally that was anything less than honest and sincere."
Robert Bengraff, CEO
Luxurious Animals
"John Holser has been a key mentor in my development as a film-maker. A workshop I took at the Digital Film Farm inspired me to make my first short film. I invited John to be the director so I could learn at the side of pro. I learned as much from the experience of making “Face of the Enemy” with John Holser...
Tom Mercer
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