This short adaptation of the 120-page script "Grounded" is available here to watch with the hope that JBW Productions will gain the opportunity, support, and investors needed to bring the full script to life in all its glory. Until that time comes, we ask you to recognize the hard work and talents invested by the following individuals, who poured their time, energy, labor, hopes, and dreams into this project as part of their student application. One day, these dedicated students will possess all the tools necessary to refine and showcase their unique talents in the creative industry.

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Grounded

Is Written and Directed by

Jae Byrd Wells

 

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Cast

Isabella Harrison

Elizabeth Albers

 

Noah Harrison     Angelo Lanza

Bryson Willson

 

Al Torrio

Matt Harshbarger

 

Uncle Joe

Young Choe

 

Pacco

Pablo Prado

 

Nancy

Jae Byrd Wells

 

Jimmy

Zed Smith

 

Newscaster

Kirk Blanko

 

Extras

Ricardo Landeros

Gianna Ortiz

E James

 

Cinematographer

Evan Davidson

 

Set Design

Azaria Smith

 

Prop Coordinator

Cale Alumbaugh

 

Editors

Evan Davidson

Camden Lee

Zak Aaron

Danielle Salazar

James Luce

Jae Byrd Wells

 

Visual Effects Supervisor

Danielle Salazar

 

Additional Credits

 

Director’s Aide

Yoshi Smith

 

Script Supervisor

Steven Soetjoadi

 

Stunt Coordinator

Andrew McGhee

 

Intimacy Coordinator

Sela Lorin

 

Production Team

Head of Sound

Andrea Harlan

 

Sound

Gianna Ortiz

Camden Lee

 

Camera

Evan Davidson

Cale Alumbaugh

 

2nd AC

Jayce Lamb

 

Grip

Cale Alumbaugh

Sydney Stevens

 

Special Effects Makeup Artist

Andrea Harlan

 

Hair and Makeup

E James

Ava Amore

 

Photographer

Ava Amore

 

Crafty

Justina Mae Auernheimer

Don Dasis

 

Waterboy

Kevin Britt

 

Special thanks to the following locations that helped bring "Grounded" to life:

 

- Wichita Dyno for showcasing exquisite cars that added luxury to our garage scenes.

- Warren Riverview Park for capturing moments of history and beauty.

- WSU Shocker Studios for their state-of-the-art facilities, enhancing Kansas's filmmaking presence.

- Heritage Meadow Estates for hosting our base camp and providing stunning outdoor vistas.

Your support made all the difference!

 

 

A special thank you to Wildwood Cellars for providing the wonderful wine and glasses, keeping our glasses full and our experience truly enjoyable! Your support greatly enhances our time together!

Heartfelt gratitude to Martin Event Services for exceptional security support on set. Your professionalism and commitment to safety significantly enhanced our production process. Thank you for your invaluable assistance!

 

Music

Music Credits for the Short Film

 

*Broken Love* 

Preformed by Freddie Sperone & Prince J Sick 

Produced by Prince J Sick 

 

*Capo Dissing* 

Performed by Freddie Sperone

Produced Instrumental by Stefano Zarino

Sound Engineer: Stefano Zarino x GreenStain

Studio Album: PALERMO MIAMI - DIAMANTE GREZZO vol. 5

Entertainment & Label: Original Cornarura Empire.

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*King Kong* 

Freddie Sperone performing "King Kong"

Produced Instrumental by L-Hate Beatz x MillionDollarLabel

Rec/Mix/Master: Stefano Zarino x GreenStain Studio

Entertainment & Label: Original Cornarura Empire

 

*Palermo Town* 

Freddie Sperone performing "BOSS PALERMO TOWN"

Produced Instrumental by Life & Death Productions

Sound Engineer: Stefano Zarino @ GreenStain Studio

Entertainment: Original Cornarura Empire Recordz

 

*Esto Es Medallo* 

Performed by Sevin Soprano 

Featuring Chos3n & Kokodrilo 

Produced by Sevin Soprano 

 

*Mob King* 

Performed by Sevin Soprano

Mob King (The Movie 2022)

 

*Cobblestone Crooks*

Performed by Sevin Soprano 

Featuring Jojo Pellegrino 

Produced by Chris Skywalker 

 

 

*Street Wars*

Produced by: Harmonix (*Phillip Ortiz*) 

Written by: Hard White (*Michael L. Lasco*), Harmonix (*Phillip Ortiz*) 

Performed by: Hard White (*Michael L. Lasco*), Harmonix (*Phillip Ortiz*) 

Additional Vocals: Nicole Carrapazzo 

Vocals Written by: Hard White (*Michael L. Lasco*), Nicole Carrapazzo 

 

 

*If I Could*

Produced by: Harmonix (*Phillip Ortiz*) 

Written by: Hard White (*Michael L. Lasco*), Harmonix (*Phillip Ortiz*) 

Performed by: Hard White (*Michael L. Lasco*), Harmonix (*Phillip Ortiz*) 

 

 

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