
Heart of a Champion, a film to be produced by Transcendence producer Marisa Polvino, starts filming in August in Los Angeles, California.
The film is a martial arts story written by David McKenna (“American History X”). Produced in association with Straight Up Films, the film follows a high school judo prodigy who steps into the Ultimate Fighting Championship cage to face the ultimate rival in a battle for recognition and retribution –- his father. Scroll down for more details.
Project Synopsis:
[quote align=right]View Production Listing[/quote] A High School wrestling prodigy must face his fiercest opponent, his UFC Champion father, to finally prove that he is his own man. Blitz Films 7677 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046 P: [phone id=323-798-4454] E: [email id=info@blitzfilms.com] Straight Up Films 3215 La Cienega Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034 P: [phone id=424-238-8470] E: [email id=hello@straightupfilms.com]Tagged
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