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Wikipedia article




'South of 8' is a 2016 American crime drama heist film by Tony Olmos in his directorial debut. It premiered September 26, 2016 at the Downtown Los Angeles Film Festival in Los Angeles, California.

Plot



In the near future, a former con looking for work becomes infamous with a gang of bank robbers during America's next Great Depression.

Cast



* Brian Patrick Butler as Ryan Bertrand

* George Jac as Victor Vasquez

* Jennifer Paredes as Emma

* Kate Schott as Lori Randolph

* Raye Richards as Lola 5

* Luke Anthony Pensabene as Benji

* Shane P. Allen as Lt. Armando Harris

Production



Principal photography took place in San Diego with a local cast and crew. With a $9,000 budget, filming and editing was completed in a span of 18 months.

Release



'South of 8' premiered on September 26, 2016 at the Downtown Los Angeles Film Festival in Los Angeles, California.

Reception



Critical response

Emilie Black of 'Cinema Crazed' said the film has potential citing "the story, directing, acting, and music are good" but also noted it had "framing, lighting, and focus issues".

Accolades



Crossover



Olmos expanded this universe in his follow up film; the comedy horror 'Continuance' premiered at Shockfest on December 10, 2021.

References




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