"Straight Outta Compton" scribe Alan Wenkus is on board to pen an adaptation of the Iraqi War drama "Code Name: Johnny Walker" at 28 Entertainment which acquired the rights last year.
Jim DeFelice ("American Sniper") co-wrote the book with the Navy Seal translator and Iraqi citizen who goes under the pseudonym 'Johnny Walker'.
The translator was welcomed by the SEALs into their tight-knit ranks during the American invasion and the insurgency that followed. He ultimately took part in more than 1,000 missions over a six-year period.
When insurgents targeted Johnny and his family for torture and death, the SEALs heroically brought Johnny and his family to safety in the United States.
Jay Hoffman, Brian A. Hoffman and Brett Harrison will produce.
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Jim DeFelice ("American Sniper") co-wrote the book with the Navy Seal translator and Iraqi citizen who goes under the pseudonym 'Johnny Walker'.
The translator was welcomed by the SEALs into their tight-knit ranks during the American invasion and the insurgency that followed. He ultimately took part in more than 1,000 missions over a six-year period.
When insurgents targeted Johnny and his family for torture and death, the SEALs heroically brought Johnny and his family to safety in the United States.
Jay Hoffman, Brian A. Hoffman and Brett Harrison will produce.
Source: THR...
- 9/13/2015
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
A feature film about an Iraqi who spent years translating for U.S. Navy SEALs fighting in his country is in the works. 28 Entertainment has optioned the movie rights to the autobiography Code Name: Johnny Walker, written by the translator under the pseudonym Johnny Walker. Jim DeFelice (American Sniper) co-authored the new book, which recently debuted on The New York Times best-seller list. The project will be produced by 28 Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman, Brian A. Hoffman and Brett Harrison (Jay and Brian are father and son). Photos: Mark Wahlberg: 'Lone Survivor' Actor's Road From Movie Star to Mogul
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- 2/25/2014
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
28 Entertainment has acquired film rights to the Navy Seals interpreter autobiography Code Name: Johnny Walker.
The interpreter co-wrote the book under the pseudonym Johnny Walker with Jim DeFelice, co-author of American Sniper. William Morrow published it last week.
28 Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman, Brian A Hoffman, and Brett Harrison will produce the story of the Iraqi man’s experiences working within the Seals fold, the Us invasion and the insurgency that followed.
“This is a new and refreshing look at the situation in Iraq, from the Iraqi perspective,” said Brian and Jay Hoffman. “When we heard of Johnny’s story from SEALs who had worked with him on the battlefield, we were immediately inspired and knew we wanted to bring his story to the screen.”...
The interpreter co-wrote the book under the pseudonym Johnny Walker with Jim DeFelice, co-author of American Sniper. William Morrow published it last week.
28 Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman, Brian A Hoffman, and Brett Harrison will produce the story of the Iraqi man’s experiences working within the Seals fold, the Us invasion and the insurgency that followed.
“This is a new and refreshing look at the situation in Iraq, from the Iraqi perspective,” said Brian and Jay Hoffman. “When we heard of Johnny’s story from SEALs who had worked with him on the battlefield, we were immediately inspired and knew we wanted to bring his story to the screen.”...
- 2/24/2014
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
George Jones is to be the subject of a new biopic, it has been revealed.
Film studio 28 Entertainment has acquired the rights to the late country singer's life story, along with his wife Nancy.
Written by Dennis L Baxter, the project will follow Jones's life, his successful career and his personal battles with alcohol and drugs.
"Over the years we have been approached to make George's life into a feature film, but it was not until Dennis Baxter became involved that we were confident the story could be told accurately," said Nancy Jones.
"George and I started working with Dennis six years ago in crafting the life-long story. Knowing George had input in this film and that it will be told the way he wanted it told, I feel we are in good hands to collaborate with 28 Entertainment as we move forward with production."
Baxter explained he had been working...
Film studio 28 Entertainment has acquired the rights to the late country singer's life story, along with his wife Nancy.
Written by Dennis L Baxter, the project will follow Jones's life, his successful career and his personal battles with alcohol and drugs.
"Over the years we have been approached to make George's life into a feature film, but it was not until Dennis Baxter became involved that we were confident the story could be told accurately," said Nancy Jones.
"George and I started working with Dennis six years ago in crafting the life-long story. Knowing George had input in this film and that it will be told the way he wanted it told, I feel we are in good hands to collaborate with 28 Entertainment as we move forward with production."
Baxter explained he had been working...
- 6/19/2013
- Digital Spy
28 Entertainment principals announced on Tuesday [18] that they have acquired the life rights to country music legend George Jones and his wife Nancy.
The story will cover Jones’ battle with alcoholism and drug abuse and the career-saving relationship with his
The musician, who scored 14 number one hits and was inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame in 1992, had been collaborating with the filmmakers before he died in April aged 81.
“George had hoped to see the movie before he passed and worked with me to make sure the story was complete,” said Dennis L Baxter, who wrote the screenplay and will produce alongside Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman and Brian A Hoffman. Jones’ wife Nancy will serve as executive producer and consults on the project.
“We are huge fans of George and his music and look forward to working closely with Nancy as we bring his life to the big screen,” said Jay Hoffman.
Chris Corabi negotiated...
The story will cover Jones’ battle with alcoholism and drug abuse and the career-saving relationship with his
The musician, who scored 14 number one hits and was inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame in 1992, had been collaborating with the filmmakers before he died in April aged 81.
“George had hoped to see the movie before he passed and worked with me to make sure the story was complete,” said Dennis L Baxter, who wrote the screenplay and will produce alongside Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman and Brian A Hoffman. Jones’ wife Nancy will serve as executive producer and consults on the project.
“We are huge fans of George and his music and look forward to working closely with Nancy as we bring his life to the big screen,” said Jay Hoffman.
Chris Corabi negotiated...
- 6/18/2013
- ScreenDaily
28 Entertainment announced today the acquisition of the story rights to George Jones and his wife Nancy for a feature film project about the incredible life and career of the iconic country singer. The project, written by Dennis L. Baxter and produced by Baxter and 28 Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman and Brian A. Hoffman, depicts George’s life as a country music legend while battling his personal demons.
“Over the years we have been approached to make George’s life into a feature film, but it was not until Dennis Baxter became involved that we were confident the story could be told accurately. George and I started working with Dennis six years ago in crafting the life-long story. Knowing George had input in this film and that it will be told the way he wanted it told, I feel we are in good hands to collaborate with 28 Entertainment as we move forward with production,...
“Over the years we have been approached to make George’s life into a feature film, but it was not until Dennis Baxter became involved that we were confident the story could be told accurately. George and I started working with Dennis six years ago in crafting the life-long story. Knowing George had input in this film and that it will be told the way he wanted it told, I feel we are in good hands to collaborate with 28 Entertainment as we move forward with production,...
- 6/18/2013
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Country singer George Jones is getting the biopic treatment courtesy of 28 Entertainment, which has acquired story rights to Jones and his wife Nancy for a feature film project. The film will be written by Dennis L. Baxter and produced by Baxter and 28 Entertainment’s Jay Hoffman and Brian A. Hoffman. Nancy Jones will executive produce and consult on the project. Baxter worked closely with Nancy and George on the story before George died April 26 in Nashville at the age of 81. Story: George Jones Album Sales Increase 1,000 Percent Following Death “Over the years we have been
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- 6/18/2013
- by Gregg Kilday
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
28 Entertainment has begun work on a movie about iconic country music singer George Jones and his wife Nancy, the company announced Tuesday. It has acquired the rights to the project, written by Dennis L. Baxter and produced by Baxter and 28 Entertainment's Jay Hoffman and Brian A. Hoffman, which depicts George's life as a country music legend while battling his personal demons. Nancy Jones will executive produce and consult on the project. Baxter worked closely with Nancy and George on the story before the singer died on April 26 in Nashville...
- 6/18/2013
- by Todd Cunningham
- The Wrap
Although out-of-town Austin Film Festival attendees may have had a difficult time attending movie premieres and screenings at the Regal Arbor in north Austin, this local doesn't mind the change of pace. With changes in the parking fees downtown and traffic congestion, I enjoy the alternate venues -- especially since the Arbor is close to home for me.
One of the Aff selections I saw at the Arbor this year was Deep in the Heart, a feature making its world premiere in the fest's Texas Independents category. Starring local festival alum Jon Gries (Natural Selection, Napoleon Dynamite) as Texan Dick Wallrath, this docudrama focuses on a man who went from a deadbeat alcoholic to a self-made millionaire and philanthropist. Wallrath is known for his generosity via the Future Farmers of America (Ffa) and 4-h programs that helps fund college educations for students from rural communities. The movie was shot in the greater Austin area.
One of the Aff selections I saw at the Arbor this year was Deep in the Heart, a feature making its world premiere in the fest's Texas Independents category. Starring local festival alum Jon Gries (Natural Selection, Napoleon Dynamite) as Texan Dick Wallrath, this docudrama focuses on a man who went from a deadbeat alcoholic to a self-made millionaire and philanthropist. Wallrath is known for his generosity via the Future Farmers of America (Ffa) and 4-h programs that helps fund college educations for students from rural communities. The movie was shot in the greater Austin area.
- 11/1/2011
- by Debbie Cerda
- Slackerwood
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