Established in the summer of 2022, 9 Lives Entertainment stands committed to crafting top-tier cinematic shorts and proof-of-concept projects for feature films and TV series. Our debut production, "Bonding," marks the company's first fully financed and produced short film, rooted in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Spearheaded by Founder/CEO Luke Rex, Psy.D., and Executive Producer Steven Lancaster, our venture began its festival journey with a momentous World Premiere at the Academy Award Qualifying St Kilda Film Festival in June 2023, followed by a U.S. Premiere at the Academy Award/BAFTA/Canadian Screen Award Qualifying LA Shorts International Film Festival in July 2023. Our Welsh premiere took place at the BAFTA Award Qualifying Carmarthen Bay Film Festival in May, 2024. British Urban Film Festival (BUFF), a BAFTA Qualifying festival, and Toronto Nollywood International Festival (Canadian Screen Award Qualifying) will both screen Bonding in 2024.
With 135 Official Selections, 71 wins, and 69 nominations across every category of film production including Outstanding Proof of Concept, Best Short Film, Best Indie Film, Best Film Noir, Best Crime Film, Best 1st Time Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Cinematography, Best Trailer, Best Editing, Best Sound Design, and Best Original Music - "Bonding" has garnered widespread acclaim.
Logline: A solitary figure at an empty bar, CIA clinical and forensic psychologist, Dr. John Flemington, is planning to visit his girlfriend in Mexico when mysterious underground operatives pressure him to join them on a secret mission. He really doesn't have a choice. A film in the drama/thriller/suspense spy genre, with esoteric origins.
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Steven Lancaster's dramatic/sci-fi books (Jacob, Da-vid, Scott, and Erron) which 9 Lives Entertainment has the worldwide exclusive rights to (under Dr. Luke Rex), served as inspiration for the deeper layers of thematic narrative the short film Bonding might explore as a limited TV Series.
Making his directorial debut, Dr. Luke Rex not only helmed but also penned the captivating narrative of 'Bonding,' a film that boasts an exceptional ensemble cast including Jannica Olin, Luke Rex himself, Darren Lipari, and Ryan Stroud. Behind the camera, Laura Jansen's scintillating cinematography adds an edgy flair, complemented by the slick and thoughtful editing prowess of Pete Szijarto, who also served as the film's colorist and Post EP. Daniel Teo's exceptional film score and sound design further elevate the viewing experience.
Contributing to the project's success, associate producers Jean Bernard Rutagarama, Christian "Tico" Herrera, and Jaime Saginor bring a wealth of diverse creative backgrounds spanning cinematography, producing, acting, directing, and writing, all of which coalesce to ensure a production of the highest caliber across multiple dimensions.
Additionally, 'Bonding' features the original composition 'Ascension,' conceived by Rex and brought to life through the collaborative talents of Daniel Teo, Greg Beaton, and Jeff Turmes, resulting in a mature and fully realized piece that enriches the film's auditory landscape.
A film in the drama/thriller/suspense spy genre with esoteric origins, Bonding is currently being submitted to Film Festivals across the globe for the 2023/2024 circuit. Stay tuned for further updates.
Dr. John Flemington
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