Production is under way on “Asian Persuasion,” a feature film that marks the directorial debut of three-time Tony-Award and Grammy-winning producer Jhett Tolentino.
Set in New York, romantic comedy “Asian Persuasion” features a diverse, primarily Asian cast and seeks to elevate, inform and inspire the Asian narrative.
The story follows a down-on-his-luck chef who cooks up a crazy scheme to marry off his ex-wife in an attempt to avoid his substantial alimony obligations. With the help of his trusted wingman, the chef gets off to a hot start, but belatedly realizes he wants a second chance with his ex.
Asian Persuasion is produced under the Jhett Tolentino Productions banner with Tolentino and screenwriter Mike Ang serving as producers. Cinematography is by Andrea Walter with production and costume design by Dedalus Moving Pictures’ Sheena Alexis (“Caretakers”). The music score is by Eunike Tanzil (“Be Somebody”) with casting by Bess Fifer.
“Asian Persuasion...
Set in New York, romantic comedy “Asian Persuasion” features a diverse, primarily Asian cast and seeks to elevate, inform and inspire the Asian narrative.
The story follows a down-on-his-luck chef who cooks up a crazy scheme to marry off his ex-wife in an attempt to avoid his substantial alimony obligations. With the help of his trusted wingman, the chef gets off to a hot start, but belatedly realizes he wants a second chance with his ex.
Asian Persuasion is produced under the Jhett Tolentino Productions banner with Tolentino and screenwriter Mike Ang serving as producers. Cinematography is by Andrea Walter with production and costume design by Dedalus Moving Pictures’ Sheena Alexis (“Caretakers”). The music score is by Eunike Tanzil (“Be Somebody”) with casting by Bess Fifer.
“Asian Persuasion...
- 4/12/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
The Gotham Group announced today it has signed model, writer, director and transgender advocate Geena Rocero.
Rocero is currently directing and executive producing the four-part original documentary series Caretakers, a partnership with the Wnet Group’s Chasing the Dream multi-platform reporting initiative. Caretakers examines poverty, opportunity and justice through the lives of Filipino Americans. It will premiere on YouTube and PBS.org on October 8 in celebration of Filipino American History Month.
“I am so excited to join The Gotham Group family,” said Rocero. “To have a team that understands and believes in my vision is what all artists are looking for. Can’t wait for the world to see Caretakers.”
In 2023, Penguin Random House imprint Dial Press will publish Rocero’s memoir Open the Light, in which she will share her full story for the first time. It was acquired in a six-figure deal at auction.
“Geena is an inspiring artist and advocate,...
Rocero is currently directing and executive producing the four-part original documentary series Caretakers, a partnership with the Wnet Group’s Chasing the Dream multi-platform reporting initiative. Caretakers examines poverty, opportunity and justice through the lives of Filipino Americans. It will premiere on YouTube and PBS.org on October 8 in celebration of Filipino American History Month.
“I am so excited to join The Gotham Group family,” said Rocero. “To have a team that understands and believes in my vision is what all artists are looking for. Can’t wait for the world to see Caretakers.”
In 2023, Penguin Random House imprint Dial Press will publish Rocero’s memoir Open the Light, in which she will share her full story for the first time. It was acquired in a six-figure deal at auction.
“Geena is an inspiring artist and advocate,...
- 8/27/2021
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
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