Unlimited member J.J. Perry to direct his 3rd feature film
“J.J. is going to bring this to life in a thrilling way, using real practical stunt work to create authentic, visceral set pieces”, said producer Toby Jaffe….Black Bear’s Friedberg added, “With an action master like J.J. at the helm, and incredible producers in Steve, Neal and Toby, this is going to be a spectacular cinematic event.”
Published by TheWrap, Writer Umberto Gonzalez
February 6, 2024 @ 3:01 PM
Original article: https://www.thewrap.com/dave-bautista-afterburn-samuel-l-jackson/
Dave Bautista is set to team up with Samuel L. Jackson for the upcoming action-adventure film “Afterburn” for Black Bear, Endurance Media, Dogbone Entertainment and Original Films, the companies announced Tuesday.
“Afterburn” will be directed by veteran stunt coordinator and rising director J.J. Perry, who recently wrapped the Bautista thriller “The Killer’s Game” for Lionsgate.
The screenplay is based on the graphic novel “Afterburn,” set ten years after a massive solar flare destroyed technology across the globe.
Bautista stars as Jake, a treasure hunter who gets hired to recover the Mona Lisa before a dangerous warlord can steal it for himself. Jackson has been cast in an unspecified role. Filming is slated to begin this April in Europe.
Perry is best known for his stunt and second unit directing work on blockbuster franchises like “John Wick” and “Fast and Furious.” This will be his second feature film after last year’s hit “Day Shift” for Netflix.
Veteran producers Neal H. Moritz of the “Fast and Furious” series and Toby Jaffe (“Total Recall”) of Original Film are backing the project alongside Steve Richards (“Sherlock Holmes”) of Endurance Media. Bautista will also produce through his company Dogbone Entertainment.
“‘Afterburn’ is a terrific action story, combining the fun of Indiana Jones with the near future world building of ‘Children of Men,’” Jaffe said in a statement. “J.J. is going to bring this to life in a thrilling way, using real practical stunt work to create authentic, visceral set pieces. Dave is one of the leading action stars in the world today, as well as being an actor with real soul and versatility. So excited to be making ‘Afterburn’ with them both.”
“The combination of Dave Bautista and Sam Jackson in an epic adventure is a sure-fire proposition for the international marketplace” Black Bear’s Friedberg added. “With an action master like J.J. at the helm, and incredible producers in Steve, Neal and Toby, this is going to be a spectacular cinematic event.”
Eddie Braun on the Adam Carolla Show
Adam asks SU member Eddie Braun about his work as a stuntman in films, recreating the Evel Knievel Snake River Canyon jump and various world records he’s achieved. They talk further about Evel’s legacy, Eddie’s favorite stunts he’s done and the future of the stuntman artform.
Podcast with director of “Stuntman” starring Eddie Braun
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Pop Culture Warrior – Episode 62
Join us in the second hour (1:11:25) when we talk with the director of the upcoming Disney+ Documentary “STUNTMAN”, Kurt Mattila. Produced by Dwayne Johnson, the movie chronicles the highs and lows of veteran Hollywood stuntman, Eddie Braun as he attempts what many argue is the most dangerous stunt in cinematic history.
Following in the footsteps of his childhood idol, Evel Knievel, Braun reflects on having survived multiple car crashes, explosions, and death defying leaps over the course of his 30+ year career in film and television. Now, in his mid-50s and contemplating retirement, Braun decides to cap off an extraordinary career by recreating Evel Knievel’s infamous unsuccessful Snake River Canyon rocket jump.
“Stuntman” made its world premiere at the 2018 LA Film Festival, taking home the Audience Award for Best Documentary Feature Film and is coming to Disney+ July 23, 2021.
Amazing Chase Scene from Lethal Weapon 4
Short Film: Waterman Brian Keaulana, member of Stunts Unlimited
A #TowingAdventure short film presented by B&W Trailer Hitches
All it takes is a split second. And, in that moment, you can find yourself in the grasp of mother nature–swept into the shifting surge of the ocean tide.
Born in Hawaii and raised on the water near Makaha Beach, Brian Keaulana was inspired by his father and the traditions of his ancestors to be a true Hawaiian Waterman. In honor of this heritage, Brian strove to better understand every facet of the ocean–learning to appreciate the balance between the marvel and the risk presented by the coastal waters around his home. Today, he’s built his life & career around it. Sharing his knowledge and his skills, Brian has helped develop and promote better water safety practices and tools, now utilized throughout the water sport community and worldwide. Having earned recognition as a respected water safety advisor, Brian is now one of the most influential water rescue specialists out there. He is also a well known stuntman and stunt coordinator who has worked on many major motion pictures such as Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Point Break, and Jurassic World, to name just a few.
Learn more about Brian Keaulana on B&W Trailer Hitches blog:
https://www.bwtrailerhitches.com/blog/2020/waterman
With interviews from:
Hawaiian Water Patrol Co-founder, Terry Ahue
Hawaiian Water Patrol, Craig Davidson
Waterman Hall of Fame Inductee, Archie Kalepa
Ocean Risk Specialist, Pat Chong Tim
Waterwoman, Tiare Lawrence
Tandem Surfer, Kathy Terada
Professional Surfers, Kelly Slater & Bonga Perkins
Family Friends, Juice Aguirre & Puggy Pagdilao
& Stunt Performer & Coordinator, Marcus Young