Their First Full Feature Film on Oct. 21, Proceeds to Benefit Goodwill!
CHARLOTTE, N.C. --- Following its critically-acclaimed premiere at the
Solstice Film Festival in Minneapolis, Minn., "The Last Passport",
an award-winning film by Charlotte-based directors Kent Smith and
David Temple, will make its hometown debut at the Epicentre Theaters
on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $10 each and all proceeds
from the evening will be donated to Goodwill Industries, Southern
Piedmont. To purchase your ticket, please call (704) 688-2400 or visit
the Epicentre Theaters website,www.epicentretheaters.com.
About The Last Passport
Created from start to finish in just 30 days using a $5,000 budget,
"The Last Passport" is the story of an elderly gentleman's one-
day experience inside a passport office. The movie shows viewers the
impact one person can create in another's life, if only one is open
to the experience. After premiering at the Solstice Film Festival less
than 45 days after it started production, "The Last Passport" won
awards for Best Actor (Jimmy Hager) and Best Directors (Kent Smith and
David Temple). The film was made in Charlotte and the entire cast and
crew are Charlotte-based with the exception of Jimmy Hager, who came
up from Charleston to film the movie. Other actors/actresses involved
in the film include Bonnie Johnson, Chris Crutchfield and Stephen
Monteserin. For more information, please visit www.thelastpassport.com.
The Last Passport Cast and Crew
Lead actor Jimmy Hager has appeared in films like "The 27 Club" and
"The List" and in the television series "One Tree Hill." Bonnie
Johnson has been in a variety of films, including "Patch Adams,"
"Big Fish," "Mandy and the Secret," "Evan Almighty" and
"Blood Done Sign My Name." Chris Crutchfield, though relatively new
to the industry, has landed roles in major motion pictures set to
debut in 2009, as well as a variety of commercials and short films.
Stephen Monteserin starred in the short "Perfecto" that won the
Project Direct 2009 Award at the Sundance Film Festival.
Steve Saxon was the director of photography on "The Last Passport."
Steve has an extensive résumé, with projects ranging from shooting
National Geographic, History Channel, and BBC projects to professional
athletics and national commercials like Travelocity. Steve shot the
film on the Red One™ Camera, the only one in Charlotte. It is one of
the most sought-after HD cameras in the business, and is the same type
that was used in the movies"Angels and Demons," the new Nicholas
cage film "Knowing" and "Jumper."
The film was scored by award-winning musician Kim Planert. Originally
from Germany, Kim studied at the University of North Carolina School
of Arts. Kim won a Gold Medal for Best Music in a Short Film at the
Park City Film Music Festival in January 2008 for the short film
"Nest of Spiders." Other accomplishments include writing additional
music for the movie "Into the Blue 2" and original music for the
television series "The Unit."
Kent Smith, who has made Charlotte his home for over 20 years, and
Dave Temple, who has been here for 12 years, co-wrote, co-produced,
and co-directed the movie. Both are accomplished, award-winning
artists in their respective industries. Kent's photography work has
been featured in over 200 magazines, movies, and major ad campaigns.
He has also worked for HBO, Disney, and ABC. Dave is a two time award-
winning writer/producer and director, winning Best Short for both
"Rewind" and "Poke the Sleeping Bear" at the Asheville and
Solstice Film Festivals, respectively. He is also an actor and
National Voice Over artist. This is their first full feature film,
both as directors.
About Mez and the Epicentre
Voted Best New Restaurant and Bar by Charlotte Magazine in 2009, Mez
is a contemporary dining experience that entertains the palate with
global fare from Chef Klime Kovaceski. The adjoining Epicentre
Theaters offer the best in theater entertainment, and guests can enjoy
cuisine from Mez while enjoying the latest feature films. The
restaurant and theaters are located at 210 East Trade Street in
Charlotte, and Mez serves lunch and dinner daily. For more
information, visit www.mezcharlotte.com. or www.epicentretheaters.com.
