Prince George’s Film Office Grantee's Film Set to Shine at Exclusive Screening
May 17, 2023–Largo, MD–The Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council and the Prince George’s Film Office is pleased to announce the release of Million to One, written, directed, and executive produced by Harold Jackson and funded in part by a grant from the Prince George’s Film Office. The film will be available for viewing on May 20, 2023 at Bowie State University's Fine and Performing Arts Center. Tickets for the exclusive screening can be reserved here.
Million to One is a comedy drama that tells the story of how Dre Shaw reluctantly puts his life as a social media rising star on hold to return home for a family wedding, only to go from family liability to savior. The film features a talented cast and crew, including Rob Gordon, Derrick A. Smith, Ashley Rios, Michael J. Patterson, and Decarlo Gerard. The film was shot on location in Prince George's County and showcases the beauty and diversity of the community.
The grant provided by the Prince George’s Film Office was instrumental in bringing this project to life. It allowed executive producer, writer, and director Harold Jackson to secure top-notch equipment, hire experienced crew members, and create a film that truly captures the essence of this comedy drama.
"We are excited to share Million to One with audiences around the world," said Harold Jackson. "We hope that viewers will be entertained, inspired, and moved by the story we have created. We are grateful for the support of our partners, including the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council and the Prince George’s Film Office, and look forward to continuing to create meaningful and impactful films in the future."
“The Prince George’s Film Office is committed to assisting filmmakers in Prince George’s County, whether that is through location scouting, production protocol or financial assistance,” said Donna Foster-Doston, General Manager of the Prince George’s Film Office. “We believe that film has the power to bring people together, inspire change, and tell stories that need to be heard. We are proud to have partnered with Harold Jackson and 8 Picture House on this project and look forward to collaborating on future projects.”
For more information on Million to One and 8 Picture House, visit their website, https://www.8picturehouse.com The film will be available for viewing on May 20, 2023. You can purchase tickets here.
About the Prince George’s Film Office
Prince George's County is steadily becoming a prominent destination for both local and national filmmakers. Whether in digital media, television, commercial or corporate video productions, the film office is here to facilitate production requirements. In 2013, the Prince George's Arts and Humanities Council established the Film Office to assist filmmakers with telling stories through film. Their mission is to streamline the path to completing film projects in Prince George’s County by helping filmmakers navigate state and county permits, production protocols, and resources hassle free and expeditiously.
About PGAHC
As the legislated local arts agency for Prince George’s County, PGAHC fosters and expands art opportunities for all County citizens and visitors to create a world-class cultural environment where high-quality arts and humanities programs are diverse, equitable, and inclusive. PGAHC leverages its partnerships to support and provide various arts and cultural programming opportunities, art-centered economic development programs, grants as well as advocacy initiatives for legislative support of the arts on the County and State levels.