A behind-the-scenes journey tracking the development, production, and release of a 2004 action-adventure film.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Concept and Crew Assembly
The project originates with a clear action-adventure vision. Scott Thomas is brought on as director and co-writer, establishing the creative foundation.
Key Events
Film Concept Development — Initial concept for an action adventure film is established.
Location: Production Office
Director and Writers Assignment — Scott Thomas takes directing duties, co-writing with James Becket and Fabian Carrillo.
Location: Studio Meeting
Cinematography and Music Setup — Mark Eberle handles photography, H. Scott Salinas composes the score.
Location: Pre-production Phase
Casting and Production Launch
Key protagonists are secured, and multiple production companies commit resources. Filming officially begins with the full crew in place.
Key Events
Cinematography and Music Setup — Mark Eberle handles photography, H. Scott Salinas composes the score.
Location: Pre-production Phase
Lead Casting Confirmation — Fabian Carrillo, Gary Busey, and Lorenzo Lamas are confirmed as protagonists.
Location: Casting Room
Production Company Involvement — Pacific Entertainment Group, Den Pictures Inc., Latin Dragon Productions Inc., and Da Bronx Productions join the project.
Location: Corporate Offices
Filming and Post-production
Principal photography captures the core action sequences. The team transitions to editing, scoring, and finalizing the cinematic experience.
Key Events
Principal Photography Begins — Main filming commences with the established crew and cast.
Location: Film Set
Post-production and Editing — Footage is edited, scored, and finalized for distribution.
Location: Editing Suite
Premiere and Distribution
The completed film is prepared for public release. The official premiere marks the culmination of the production effort.
Key Events
Post-production and Editing — Footage is edited, scored, and finalized for distribution.
Location: Editing Suite
Premiere and Release — The film officially premieres on September 7, 2004.
Location: Theater
Story Breakdown
Creative Foundation — Establishing the film's genre, vision, and core writing team.
Genre Definition — Action and adventure framework set early.
Writing Collaboration — Scott Thomas, James Becket, and Fabian Carrillo co-write.
Director Vision — Scott Thomas steers the creative direction.
Technical Crew Assembly — Hiring key department heads for audio and visual quality.
Cinematography Lead — Mark Eberle appointed for photography.
Composer Selection — H. Scott Salinas assigned to score.
Cast Acquisition — Securing lead actors to drive the narrative forward.
Protagonist Casting — Fabian Carrillo, Gary Busey, Lorenzo Lamas selected.
Supporting Roles — Additional cast members fill out the ensemble.
Corporate Production — Multiple studios pool resources to fund and distribute.
Pacific Entertainment — Primary production backing.
Den Pictures Inc. — Co-financing and logistics support.
Latin Dragon Productions — Brand and creative oversight.
Da Bronx Productions — Regional and distribution coordination.
Filming Execution — Principal photography captures all planned sequences.
Action Choreography — Stunts and fight scenes recorded.
Dialogue Shooting — Character interactions and plot progression filmed.
Post-production and Release — Final editing, scoring, and theatrical premiere.
Editing and Mixing — Raw footage shaped into final cut.
Premiere Event — Official screening on September 7, 2004.
In the grand tradition of the lone hero who mysteriously appears in a town desperate for help (think "Shane, "Billy Jack", "James Bond" and "Chinese Connection"), having survived a war and now serving the government as an undercover agent, Danny Silva takes on his biggest foe yet: the street gangs that have taken over his neighborhood. Unwilling to play by the rules set down by the criminals, Silva forgoes the use of guns and decides to battle the thugs with the strength of his fists, spirit and willpower, turning himself into a real-life, modern-day superhero. Packed with pulse pounding, adrenaline-filled action; "Latin Dragon" gives us our first mainstream Latino martial arts action hero.
