Signed in as:
filler@godaddy.com
September 25th, 2024 Europe Prague, Czech Republic:
Rock Eleven Group is pleased to announce an exclusive event for the Private Investor Business Club, featuring Special Guest Speaker Joshua Coates, Partner, Film Director, and Producer.
During the event, Coates will unveil intricate details about his exciting collaboration on the upcoming “untitled film” project with Rock Eleven Group, slated to kick off pre-production in Prague later this year.
Furthermore, the event will showcase compelling alternative investment opportunities within the dynamic film sector, providing attendees with valuable insights into this ever-changing industry.
About Rock Eleven Group:
Rock Eleven Group is a premier investment firm dedicated to fostering innovation and growth across various industries, including entertainment and media.
AUG 10th 2024 West Hollywood, California: Renowned playwright, director, actress, motivator, independent filmmaker, and best-selling author Tina Batten has joined forces with 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group to create the film "Cycle of Grace." This Christian drama tells the story of a former evangelist who must confront the burden of her sister's death in order to discover the hidden blessings within her. Directed by Joshua Coates and featuring familiar Hollywood talents, "Cycle of Grace" aspires to become a Dove-approved film centered on faith and family values. The project is currently in the development phase.
AUG 10th 2024 West Hollywood, California: 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group hosts an exclusive event at The Hartbeat Formosa South Building in West Hollywood. The event showcased the "If You Wait" album with a listening party for its guests as well as an announcement for "Divine Direction," a motion picture based on Charles Moorer's late son Chad Moorer who lost a battle to a rare form of cancer. The film will be directed by Joshua Coates.
Guests had the opportunity to hear a sneak peek of the highly anticipated album "If You Wait" before its global release in late August. Additionally, Charles Moorer revealed exclusive details about his autobiographical film "Divine Direction."
The film is currently in it's casting stages.
JULY 7th 2024 Swarthmore, Pennslyvania: 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group, in partnership with the Actors Co-Op, has completed filming on the short movie "The Sweets." The film chronicles the real-life journey of The Sweet Inspirations. This background singing group gained immense popularity in the early 1960s, attracting the attention of producers, publishers, artists, and songwriters before becoming a favorite of Rock Legend Elvis Presley. Written by Sabrina L. Wright and inspired by the experiences of group member Myrna Smith, the screenplay delves into how The Sweet Inspirations ascended to become Elvis Presley's preferred girl group in the Rock and Roll realm—directed by Joshua Coates.
JUNE 20th 2024 Beverly Hills, California: 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group attends the Red Carpet Premiere of Beverly Hills Cop Axel F. Starring Eddie Murphy Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. Producers Joshua Coates & Fetteroff Colen attended the star-studded event. Axel F. Debuts on Netflix on July 3rd.
JUNE 17th 2024 West Hollywood, California: Renowned author, actor, and producer Carmelo Rodriguez has signed an agreement with 20/20 Visions Entertainment to bring his screenplay "Ruthless" to the big screen, a psychological horror movie inspired by his acclaimed book "Smile".
The production is scheduled to be approved later this year.
JUNE 10th 2024 West Hollywood, California: The horror script "Madonna Non-Grata" has been picked up by 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group. Writers J.E. Tyler and Donald Edwards are working towards giving the green light to their film later this year. Casting for both SAG and non-SAG members for the horror thriller "Madonna Non-Grata" will begin towards the end of the year. With a cast of renowned talent, the film is set to be filmed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, under the direction of Joshua Coates.
JUNE 7th 2024 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: "The Sweets" is a short film depicting the real-life journey of the backup singing group, The Sweet Inspirations, who were highly sought after by producers, publishers, artists, and songwriters in the early 1960s, ultimately capturing the attention of Rock Legend Elvis Presley. Written by Sabrina L. Wright and inspired by the experiences of group member Myrna Smith, the screenplay narrates how The Sweet Inspirations rose to become Elvis Presley's favorite girl group in the world of Rock and Roll. Scheduled for production in July, the film will be helmed by director Joshua Coates.
JUNE 15th 2024 West Hollywood: a film featuring Eric Roberts, Torrei Hart, and Pete Postiglione, written and directed by Joshua Coates, is now available on TUBI. Produced by 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group in 2019, "Hollywould" is distributed globally by Urban Home Entertainment.
Gaithersburg, Maryland March 21, 2024:
Following this grand premiere, the film will hit theaters in select cities and will also be available for streaming this summer. You can follow the @Kingdom_Reign_Movie Instagram page for showtimes and updates.
Kingdom Reign Vol.1 was produced by 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group and will be distributed worldwide by Urban Home Entertainment.
Gaithersburg, Maryland March 21, 2024:
Following this grand premiere, the film will hit theaters in select cities and will also be available for streaming this summer. You can follow the @Kingdom_Reign_Movie Instagram page for showtimes and updates.
Kingdom Reign Vol.1 was produced by 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group and will be distributed worldwide by Urban Home Entertainment.
Gaithersburg, Maryland March 21, 2024:
Set amidst the crack epidemic of the 1980s, the narrative delves into themes of betrayal and legacy as a former Marine is forced to inherit a drug empire his father built. Hollywood Veteran John Canada Terrell also co-stars in the film.
The film introduces a range of characters, mainly a love interest portrayed by actress Angela Coates, tasked by the DEA to infiltrate, only to find herself in perilous depths. "Kingdom Reign" is helmed by award-winning Director Joshua Coates, "Kingdom Reign" commences its release with an exclusive Red Carpet Event at the AMC Rio Cinema 18 on the riverfront in Gaithersburg on March 21st. Festivities kicked off at 6pm. The double-screen black-tie affair is completely sold out as residents and supporters of the film will be descending on the RIO to celebrate and show their support. Hundreds attended.
Kingdom Reign Vol.1 was produced by 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group and is set to be distributed worldwide this summer (2024) by Urban Home Entertainment
Gaithersburg, Maryland March 21, 2024:
Director-writer and Producer Joshua Coates strolled the red carpet at AMC Theatres in Maryland for the premiere of his latest film, "Kingdom Reign Vol.1." The movie, a collaborative effort between Coates and producer Theron G Johnson who sought the services of 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group, commenced production in May 2021, with filming starting in late June.
Despite delays in release due to the COVID-19 pandemic and an actors' strike in 2023, the film has now been released in select theatres and it global streaming date will be announced summer of 2024.
Kingdom Reign Vol.1 was produced by 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group and is set to be distributed worldwide this summer (2024) by Urban Home Entertainment
Director Joshua Coates & Fetteroff Colen of 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group attend the Variety Entertainment & Technology Submit at the Four Season Hotel in Beverly Hills California. Variety returns in person for its annual Entertainment & Technology Summit, presented by City National Bank. This one-day event will explore advancing technology’s impact on TV, film, gaming, music, digital media, and consumer brands.
20/20 Visions Entertainment Group has been tasked with bringing this heartfelt true life drama to the movie screen. The film is based on two literary/books "Standing on the word of Adoni" & Giving up is not an option" both written by author Charles Moorer who the film is centered around. The film explores the profound journey of a father who experiences the overwhelming pain of losing his beloved son to cancer. It is a story of love, resilience, and the enduring bond between a father and his child.
PRODUCTION STATUS: SCRIPTING
It all started 20+ years ago when 20/20's own filmmaker Fetteroff Colen (who also works with mega star and comedian Eddie Murphy) set out to shoot his first independent film. During filming breaks of the 1988 comedy classic Coming to America, Fetteroff Colen would hire some of the cast and crew to assist him with filming. Actor Eddie Murphy who has no official role in the film opened his home in Bel Air California for the filming. Legendary actor John Amos who played Cleo McDowell in “Coming to America” makes a surprise appearance in the film, however because of schedule conflicts “Booo” was never released.
As of May 2023, 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group has revisited the project, rewriting, recasting and filming the remake officially wrapping in July 2023.
PRODUCTION STATUS: COMPLETED
20/20 Visions Entertainment Group completes casting for the re-make of the 1988 unreleased horror film. Leading the cast is Swarthmore Pennsylvania's own Val McAdoo who co-starred in the Oscar contending film Ageless Love. Also starring with McAdoo is the star of Ageless Love Elizabeth Caponigro actors Elaina Marin, Danny Plaza, John Fogarty, Tyler Andrews, Craig Betz and featuring starlet Grace McAdoo and Joshua David Coates. Production is set for next month.
PRODUCTION STATUS: PRODUCTION
The winners of the Directors Guild of America Outstanding Directorial Achievement Awards for 2022 were announced tonight during the 75th Annual DGA Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Daniel Kwan & Daniel Scheinert won the DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film for Everything Everywhere All at Once. In a special announcement, the Guild’s First-Time Feature Director Award was renamed in honor of the late DGA President Michael Apted.
Judd Apatow hosted the ceremony for the fourth time before a capacity audience of more than 800 guests, Steven Spielberg was also in attendance.
20/20 Visions Entertainment Group brings you the short film "D'WIZE GUYS" written by Felix Melendez Jr. The characters was created by Felix Melendez Jr. PHILLY is known as a wise guy to everyone who knows him in the neighborhood. At the age of 13 Philly was introduce to Agostino by Artie who was a kid who lived in the neighborhood. Agostino lived on 187th Arthur Ave. That area is called little Italy. Agostino kept coming around to Philly’s neighborhood and they became close friends. Philly starts showing Agostino the ropes on how to take numbers thus making money. The neighborhood got to see more of Agostino hanging with Philly. These two guys stood up to anyone and were into everything that made them a dollar. Now Philly and Agostino made a name for them self, the people start calling them D’Wize Guys.
PRODUCTION STATUS: COMPLETE
Directed by Joshua Coates
Written by Felix Melendez Jr.
RUNTIME 20 mins
Starring: Felix Melendez Jr, Lex Alexander & Elaina Marin
20/20 Visions Entertainment Group who created Ageless Love are hoping to bring home an Academy Award nomination. Ageless Love was co-written, directed, and produced by filmmaker Joshua Coates. The filming took place in Wayne Pennsylvania. Ageless Love is based on a true story from the late Yale Schwartz, who lost his wife in 1997 and never stopped mourning her loss.
Awards: 3 wins & 5 nominations.
Available Now on Apple TV, Amazon Prime & Direct TV and more, also available on BLU-RAY & DVD
Directed by Joshua Coates
Written by Yale Schwartz & Joshua Coates
Starring: Nicolas McCormack, Elizabeth Caponigro, Val McAdoo, Danny Plaza & Allison Kessler
UPPER DARBY — The 94th Annual Academy Awards is set to air live Sunday, March 27, on ABC from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The voting for the final contenders took place Jan. 27-Feb. 1.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed there are 276 feature films eligible for consideration at the 94th Annual Academy Awards event. On Tuesday, Feb. 8, when the academy announces the final few that are lucky enough to be in the running for Oscars, some local residents involved in the creation of the film, “Ageless Love,” will be holding their breath as they listen to the results.
Whether they garner an Oscar nomination or not, the “Ageless Love” film crew and cast seem thrilled and proud that the film met all of the criteria to be listed in the 276 top contender category...
Filmmaker Joshua Coates considers himself a perfectionist. He tells HFPA journalist Michele Manelis that he is always studying and trying to get better with his craft. His new film Ageless Love is based on a true story about finding a soulmate.
“It is a period piece that takes place in the 1960s. It’s a true love story based on the life of Yale Schwartz and Nina Lemisch. Yale just passed last year, in October of last year, from Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. But he had a great story about his late wife who died in 1997 of the same illness, how they met when he was straight out of college, he was introduced to her by his aunt, she was a 38-year-old widow, with five children and the minute he saw her, he fell in love. And his family just gave him hell about it...
Property of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association Copyright © Hollywood Foreign Press Association. All rights reserved.
Podcast: Michele Manelis Filmmaker Joshua Coates considers himself a perfectionist. He tells HFPA journalist Michele Manelis that he is always studying and trying to get better with his craft.
Kirpi Uimonen Ballesteros, June 16, 2021 Golden Globe(S)®, Hollywood Foreign Press Assocation®, Cecil B. Demille® and Golden Globes® Statuette design mark are the registered trademarks and service marks and the Golden Globe® statuette the copyrighted property, of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association Copyright © Hollywood Foreign Press Association. All rights reserved.
20/20 Visions Entertainment Group in partnership with P.U.S.H Entertainment wraps filming on the crime drama Kingdom Reign Vol. 1. The film's storyline and concept was developed by Theron G. Johnson who also stars in the film with the creative team at 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group. The film centers around a D.E.A agent Imani Bennett played by newcomer Angela Coates who goes undercover to take down the infamous drug kingpin Jamies Connors played by Theron G. Johnson.
Hollywood Veteran John Canada Terrell who is most known for his iconic role of "Flash" in the film "The Five Heartbeats" Co-stars in the film.
The film is set to release in 2024.
PRODUCTION STATUS: COMPLETE
Directed by Joshua Coates
Written by Joshua Coates & Theron G. Johnson
MPAA: R
RUNTIME 119 mins
Starring: Theron G. Johnson, John Canada Terrell, Angela Coates, Flojo, Walter Parker, Tony Stavola, Elizabeth Caponigro, Tamera Fair & Lena Walden
JULY 27, 2019: Ageless Love is based on a true story from the late Yale Schwartz, who lost his wife in 1997 and never stopped mourning her loss. The couple lived in Wayne Pennsylvania and were married for 28 years. Schwartz was diagnosed with Stage Four Pancreatic Cancer and given three months to live. His dying wish was to bring his love story to the big screen. He reached out to Joshua Coates of 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group.
This extraordinary story begins in the late 1960's during turbulent times when Yale, 23, idealistic and fresh out of college meets Nina, 37 and widowed with 5 children. Yale's parents aren't thrilled about the budding relationship, yet despite the obstacles Nina and Yale fall in love. This is a true love story of a couple who went against the social norms of their times to prove love conquers all. The Jewish couple Yale Schwartz and Nina Lemisch fought against social norms of the late 1960s to find true love and happiness. Filming was completed in two weeks (July 27th) and an advanced screening rushed to Schwartz. He would soon die after.
PRODUCTION STATUS: COMPLETE
Directed by Joshua Coates
Written by Yale Schwartz & Joshua Coates
MPAA: PG
RUNTIME 99 mins
Starring: Nicolas McCormack, Elizabeth Caponigro,
Val McAdoo, Danny Plaza & Allison Kessler
JUNE 2, 2022: 20/20 Visions Entertainment Group Film "Ageless Love" Wins multiple awards at the 2022 NICE film festival in France.
Speaking with the Sunday Observer, American film director Joshua Coates said the film will be 90 per cent Jamaican and requires a lot of Jamaican acts. “We are seeking a host of actors and actresses. So far we are going to need at least 10-15 supporting females, in addition to leads and anywhere from 50 to 100 extras,” he said. He did not wish to disclose the movie's budget, but shared the most of it will be shot in Jamaica and rest in the United States...
PRODUCTION STATUS: DEVELOPMENT
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.