HOLLYWOOD -- Stand Your Ground, a short film that highlights the tragic stories of both Trayvon Martian and Jordan Davis will take an in depth look at cultural biases and family values that are prevalent within today’s society. Both the Martian and Davis’ stories sprung national attention with many celebrities and public figures in support of each teens’ families.
Actor Jamie Foxx hosted a recent fundraiser in honor of the Trayvon Martin, the young boy who was gunned down while walking back from a Florida grocery store, Martin’s aggressor George Zimmerman allegedly walked free because of the Stand Your Ground Law.
The film’s previous Director Shavar Ross, has been replaced by Kendra C. Johnson, who will also serve as an Executive Producer. Johnson an actress most notably known for her roles in (Phat Girlz, ‘The Game’ and Tyler Perry’s ‘Love Thy Neighbor’ on OWN-The Oprah Winfrey Network) will lead the actors into an emotional journey of loss and issues that affect our communities.
Stand Your Ground brings about a handful of familiar faces to the film such as Jonathan Chase, known for his work in (Tyler Perry’s ‘Love Thy Neighbor’ on OWN-Oprah Winfrey Network,) will play Frank Walton. Shenita Moore a successful producer and actress seen on shows such as (‘Greys Anatomy’, ‘In Plain Sight’ ‘Rizzoli & Isles, ‘Dads’) will play the of Walton’s wife Patricia.
Stand Your Ground written by Joel P. King is a heartfelt drama that depicts the social injustices that many may face, but have not been yet brought to the forefront.
Currently Stand Your Ground has raised $3700 to help assist in the production of the film with its first Indegogo Campaign. A new secondary Campaign, which has a goal of $8,000, was recently launched on Indiegogo and is set to end on August 30th, 2014. Visit the new Indiegogo Campaign page to make a donation, of any size, towards the making of this riveting film: igg.me/at/sygshort2.
Shooting for Stand Your Ground is set to begin in late September.
IndieGoGo Campaign: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/stand-your-ground-fund...
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