Entertainment Squad Set To Release Family Film Into The Spotlight’
The Coming-of-Age Musical Features Story By Rising Teen Talent Kate Larson and Original Soundtrack
Entertainment Squad is excited to announce the North American VOD release of the inspiring coming-of-age musical, Into The Spotlight, on September 1, 2023 from Revive Productions. The film stars Leigh-Allyn Baker (Good Luck Charlie), Karen Abercrombie (War Room), and introducing Kate Larson. The film was shot in and around Franklin, TN and includes nine original songs now available on Apple Music, iTunes, Pandora, and Spotify. The film will be available on all major on-demand and digital platforms.
A red-carpet premiere press event is being held on Sunday, August 30, 2023 at 6pm CST at the historic Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. For press credentials please contact:
Based on the screenplay by Kate Larson, directed by Lisa Arnold, and executive produced by Cakki and Brian Warren of Revive Productions, the film centers on a high schooler who grew up writing music with her rockstar dad but always preferred to stay out of the limelight. When her best friend isn’t able to perform, she steps in as her substitute at their high school talent show. The incredible performance goes viral, and she becomes an overnight star. Discovering fame, and losing herself along the way, it is only with the help of family and friends that she finds her way back to what truly matters.
Additional cast includes Kevin Sizemore (Fear The Walking Dead: Flight 462, NCIS), comedienne Victoria Jackson (SNL) , comedian Jeff Allen (Apostles of Comedy), Anthony Evans (One Nation Under God), and Raphael Ruggero (Lifemark).
Director Lisa Arnold says, “Into The Spotlight brings back co-viewing for the entire family and sends an uplifting message to tweens and teens to follow their heart when chasing their dreams. You will love the story and the music!”
Teen creator and star Kate Larson shares, “At 15 I saw the world shutting down and my friends losing hope so, I wrote Into the Spotlight. From struggling with dyslexia as a younger child to creating a story to inspire my generation, it has been truly magical. Into the Spotlight has changed my life and I know girls everywhere need this story about overcoming insecurity, friendship, love, empowerment, and staying true to who you were meant to be.”
Executive Producers Brian and Cakki Warren add, “Family and Young Adult content is needed today more than ever and that is why we are all-in to make a difference through this medium. Into The Spotlight will entertain you, encourage you, and leave you singing a song!”
High-resolution key-art and stills can be downloaded HERE.
Entertainment Squad is a boutique distribution company founded by industry veteran Shaked Berenson. Previous releases include Lili Taylor’s mental-health comedy/drama Paper Spidersand Tribeca’s Audience Award-winner Cherry.
REVIVE Productions produces family entertainment that pushes away darkness with the light of truth through creative storytelling.
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Sales & Licensing contact: info@ent-squad.com
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
