Now unto Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, - Ephesians 3:20

 

February 15 , 2008
Vol. I - Issue 5

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With our next round of auditions tomorrow, excitement and tensions are on the rise! Actors and Martial Artists from all over central Texas and from across the U.S. will be attending in the hope of securing a role in our upcoming film Templar: Honor Among Thieves. As a director, I have spent the last month and a half, meeting and greeting with many of you and each time I am amazed at just how much interest and passion you've shown toward our project. I am truly humbled by the awesome response and the general support all of you have sent our way.

It has made our production team work that much harder to keep things moving forward. I look forward to seeing all of you Saturday. And thank you all for wanting this film to succeed.

- Rene Hinojosa - Director | CEO Innovative Renderworx

On a side note, I want to take this opportunity to extend a special thanks to Janell Smith for all her dedication and hard work over the last couple of months. Janell was responsible for getting us set up with LA Boxing for the various promotional events that allowed many of you the opportunity to meet with us and allowed you to get inside information on our auditions. She also initiated our "Action Actor Challenge" contest we are currently hosting with Kickgen.com. Thank you so much Janell for all you do!



 

AUDITIONS

Auditions will be held on Saturday February 16th at Grandmaster Yi’s Martial Arts Academy located at 10435 Burnet Rd in Austin, Texas. If you missed out on our last event, be sure not to miss this one.

Speaking Roles (Male)

  • Togan Faust (formerly Togan Lomax)
  • Jaben Kelnoro (formerly Jaben Faust)
  • Seth Kelnoro*
  • Kygen Choi
  • Yolen Malbassa
  • Cain Joknaar
  • Kyith Devlin

Non-speaking Roles (Male & Female)

  • Bartenders (2)
  • Waitresses (2)
  • Female Assassins (4)
  • Red Sun Guards (10)
  • Bounty Hunters (20)
  • Militia Pilots (5)

Official Rules

If you are planning to read for a speaking role, please download a side and prepare for your audition. WE WILL NOT AUDITION ANYONE WHO IS NOT PREPARED. Do not show up unprepared or you will be sent home. No sides will be provided onsite. You must print out your own copy and bring it with you for your audition. Please be sure to familiarize yourself with the character you are reading. You will be given a brief opportunity to ask questions before your reading. If you have a martial art or stunt demo you will be given the opportunity to present it right after your reading.

If you are auditioning for a non-speaking role, please have a monologue, martial arts or stunt demo, or an improvisation prepared. Example: If you are auditioning for a bartender, it might be wise to prepare a short acting sample for your audition that involves the character of a bartender. Once again, WE WILL NOT AUDITION ANYONE WHO IS NOT PREPARED.

*The role of SETH KELNORO is for a minor child. Parent or Guardian must be present and a release for video taping of audition must be signed.

All sides can be downloaded at www.templar-movie.com/auditions

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CASTING CALL AT L.A. BOXING

Fighting Stunts Association / Action Film Institute and Innovative Renderworx will be scouting for talent on Saturday March 15th at LA Boxing located at 11416 RR 620 suite A in Austin, Texas from 10am - 2pm. This is your chance to meet Director Rene Hinojosa and co-producer Janell Smith and get some inside information on our next round of auditions for Templar: Honor Among Thieves. There will be a live radio remote and some great giveaways, including dozens of movie passes so be sure to come on out! Visit www.fightingstunts.com for more information.

 

 


ACTION ACTOR CHALLENGE

KICKgen.com, Innovative Renderworx and Fighting Stunts present: The Action Actor Challenge. This challenge is an open audition for two roles in the upcoming feature film: Templar: Honor Among Thieves. To learn more about the movie, please visit and register at: www.templar-movie.com. This audition is open to every KICKgen premier member and is limited to red/brown belt or above. All styles are strongly encouraged to audition; however, anyone with an agent or a SAG status needs to contact Fighting Stunts and go through the normal auditioning process in Austin.

For this feature film, Innovative Renderworx is looking for two male or female action actors:

1. A young martial artist from age 8 to 14

2. An adult martial artist from age 14 to 50

Here is what you need to do:

1. Create a membership account at www.kickgen.com.

2. Create a demo video performing your best skills from basic punching, kicking, rolling techniques to sparring. Don’t hold back because this is your moment to shine. Innovative Renderworx is looking for people who will stand out in this action film - so go for it! At the beginning of your video act as though you are performing at a tournament and introduce yourself to the judges, there are three by the way, who will judge this audition and select the top five martial artists. Your introduction should include your name, age, style and the name of your technique.

3. Follow instructions on www.kickgen.com to upload your video for consideration.

What you can win:

1st place: (2 winners) A walk-on role in Templar: Honor Among Thieves
Winners will get a part as an action actor/stunt performer or as an extra / non- speaking role in this feature film, Templar: Honor Among Thieves. Free membership to become a Fighting Stunts Association certified member Access to free choreography training to prepare for film (1 week training with actors, train alongside lead actors for the film) Additional details will be provided by Innovative Renderworx. (
Please note, this is a break-in opportunity and will not include compensation, per diem, or travel.)

2nd place: Premier movie passes and Templar merchandise
3rd place: Premier movie passes
4th place: Premier movie passes

All KICKgen members receive a 25% Discount to all Screen Fighter Workshops (choreography training/Action Actor training) www.fightingstunts.com.


 

NEW DESIGN FOR OUR WEBSITE

We are hard at work on a brand new look for our website that will include much more exciting info including an in depth look at the world and characters of Templar: Honor Among Thieves. There will be more conceptual artwork, initial 3D modeling and animation, test footage, interviews with our cast and crew, and great behind the scenes featurettes. You will also have an opportunity to shop in our brand new online store where we will have some of the very first Templar: Honor Among Thieves merchandise like T-shirts, caps, posters, crew jackets a whole lot more!

NEW TEASER POSTER

Art Director Robberto Fernandez is working on some brand new artwork for our official teaser poster that you will be able to purchase through our online store! Robberto is responsible for most of the awesome conceptual artwork that is on our current site so this poster promises to be something great!

NEW TEASER TRAILER

We are in the planning stages for an awesome new teaser trailer that will offer you a sneak peek at upcoming production for Templar: Honor Among Thieves. We will also be creating a "behind the scenes" trailer that will introduce you to the filmmakers and to the great team behind the most ambitious independent feature ever!

 


"I like this project! It's an amazing idea for the future of martial arts!"
- Hernan Carrera

"The script was a good read! The flow was smooth, character sequencing rolled well, their interaction was believable and entertaining. If this were a book, I would have read it."
- Hugh Pedigo - Austin, Texas

" I am so excited for auditions on Saturday! I met with Rene when he came to Fort Worth about a month ago and he was very nice and had a good vision going. I cant wait to see everyone again on Sat."

- Britanni Johnson - Fort Worth, Texas

"Following up on our meeting last week to express my appreciation for your insightful introduction to the Templar motion picture franchise and the Honor Among Thieves film project as well as the opportunity to meet some of the good people surrounding you in this exciting adventure. I observed a fundamental attention to detail and creative excellence, which combined, offer a clear vision for success. Having been to the top of the Hollywood food chain – I don’t say that lightly…..and certainly not often."
- Chris Egolf - Hollywood, California

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