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<\/p>\n\u201cBare-Knuckle\u201d is an innovative action film directed by Alex De Ocampo and written by award-winning screenwriter Mark Labella. The film stars Kevin Kreider, Devon Diep, Jordan Mahr, and Michael Naizu, and features cameos from Tommie Mopia and Marvin Aritrangco. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, the film blends thrilling action with deep social commentary, challenging stereotypes and championing diversity.<\/p>\n
Los
\n Angeles, CA \u2013 May 5, 2024 \u2013 Last night, the 24th Beverly Hills Film
\nFestival was set ablaze with the premiere of \u201cBare-Knuckle,\u201d an 80\u2019s
\nthrowback Hong Kong-style action film that not only thrilled audiences
\nbut also broke new ground in cinematic representation. Directed by Alex
\nDe Ocampo and written by the acclaimed Mark Labella, whose notable
\ncredits include producing the 2022 international hit Labyu with an
\nAccent, the film has already sparked considerable interest and
\nanticipation for its full-feature version, with funding firmly in place.\n <\/p>\n
Starring
\n Kevin Kreider of \u201cBling Empire\u201d fame, Devon Diep, and led by promising
\nnewcomers Jordan Mahr and Michael Naizu, \u201cBare-Knuckle\u201d introduces a
\ngroundbreaking Asian action lead who is openly gay, challenging
\nlong-standing Hollywood stereotypes and offering a fresh perspective on
\nheroism. The film\u2019s premiere saw a packed house and received rave
\nreviews, signaling a strong appetite for diverse and dynamic
\nstorytelling. <\/p>\n
The
\n cast also features memorable cameos from Tommie Mopia in his big-screen
\n debut and Celebrity Chef Marvin Aritrangco, adding to the film\u2019s
\nunique flair and appeal. \u201cIt was an honor seeing Filipinos lead this
\naction film with powerful male and female Asian characters,\u201d said Mopia,
\n reflecting the sentiment of empowerment and pride that permeates the
\nproject.<\/p>\n
\n \u201cAt its core, \u2018Bareknuckle\u2019 is a mirror reflecting the harsh reality
\nfaced by AAPI LGBT youth, echoing the struggles that persist in a
\nsociety that is meant to be progressing towards acceptance and
\nunderstanding,\u201d stated Director Alex De Ocampo. This poignant message
\nresonates deeply with audiences and critics alike, positioning
\n\u201cBare-Knuckle\u201d as a film that transcends its action-packed sequences to
\ntouch on significant social issues. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
The
\n Beverly Hills Film Festival, known for attracting major stars like
\nSharon Stone, Al Pacino, and Jeff Goldblum, touted \u201cBare-Knuckle\u201d as one
\n of its most well-attended showings, further solidifying its status as a
\n must-see film. With the script for the full feature already underway,
\nthe filmmaking team, led by De Ocampo and Labella, is gearing up for an
\nexciting journey ahead, pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in
\n the industry. <\/p>\n
\u201cBare-Knuckle\u201d
\n is not just an action movie; it\u2019s a vital commentary on the challenges
\nand triumphs of the AAPI LGBT community, offering both exhilaration and
\nenlightenment to its viewers. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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