Powers (Short Film)

"Powers" is my newest short film starring Michael J Sanchez, Frantzy Moreau & Dave Jia. A Sci-Fi Comedy about a guy that has a close encounter after a drunk night out with the guys and discovers he has super powers.

After spending a lot of time working on music videos and prepping scripts, I was itching to make a new film. One night I went home and sat at my computer and decided to let my ideas flow and in an hour and half I had "Powers"

(Left to Right: Frantzy, Dave, Michael & Chris looking at shots not the set)

As most writers might know the hardest part can sometimes be finishing or knowing where to go with your story. I decided to just keep writing, no matter what I would find a way to get the characters out of this situation. This being a comedy allowed a lot of freedom, I wanted to really just push past the cliche sci-film and not focus on the special effects but more of the topic of power structures and the importance of balance in nature & government, with a satirical edge of course.

We began shooting in late January and were excited to have a premiere date in April at the Ocinema theater in Wynwood. The premiere went great and our cast showed up and handed out posters as we showed the film to an audience of young independent filmmakers.

(The cast & crew at the "Powers" premiere at Ocinema Wynwood in April)

(Left to Right: David Jura (actor), Chris Irarrazabal (director), Frantzy Moreau (actor), David Smith (musician)) 

("Powers" took home BEST SCREENPLAY)

Im proud to have been able to work with this ambitious collection of actors and create a fun film with a message. My attempt was to make something that would inspire others to break out of their comfort zones and take chances. Also to make something that would comically convey the attitude that we all have the power to do good in ways both big and small.

I will be uploading a behind the scenes video featuring deleted scenes and bloopers in the next few days so If you haven't already subscribe to my page at youtube.com/rebelfilmmakersENT and make sure to LIKE & COMMENT on Powers. Your feedback is always greatly appreciated by me and the cast, as indie filmmakers and actors those comments give us hope and guidance to continue making great films.

Look forward to a brand new film coming in October! "McClintock" more info soon!