Private Project

INTO TARTARUS

In 2007, Anthony Giomani – sole heir to Giomani Enterprise, was abducted, tortured, and forced to endure unimaginable pain. After a decade of silence, he decided to give an exclusive interview to journalist Alyssa Russell about the incident.

What Alyssa thought was suppose to be an interview to recount Anthony's horrific experience, stirred something deeper within her soul, leading her Into Tartarus.

  • TELI SHARE
    Director
    TAVEN, THE LESSE, THE MOMENT
  • LORENZO LEONARD
    Writer
    SELF HELP, BIG BEAR PARK
  • TELI SHARE
    Writer
    TAVEN, THE MOMENT
  • LORENZO LEONARD
    Producer
    SELF HELP, BIG BEAR PARK
  • TELI SHARE
    Producer
    TAVEN, THE LESSE, SELF HELP
  • LORENZO LEONARD
    Key Cast
    "ANTHONY GIOMANI"
    SELF HELP, TAVEN, SCAMMERS, BIG BEAR PARK
  • HEATHER SIMS
    Key Cast
    "ALYSSA RUSSELL"
    NASHVILLE
  • SHAWN RICHARDSON
    Key Cast
    "CHRIS"
  • AHNAISE CHRISTMAS
    Key Cast
    "APRIL"
  • MEGAN TROUT
    Key Cast
    "TINA"
  • DAVE ROMANO
    Key Cast
    "DR. GREGORY RUSSELL / ABDUCTOR"
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    THRILLER
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 30 minutes 17 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 1, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    30,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    DIGITAL
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Silicon Beach Film Festival
    Silicon Beach, California
    United States
    April 26, 2017
    Official Selection
  • Action on Film Festival
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    United States
    August 19, 2017
    Nominated Best Dialogue Feature
Distribution Information
  • Indie Rights
    Country: United States
    Rights: Internet, Video on Demand, Video / Disc
Director Biography - TELI SHARE

Teli has been writing stories since before the age of 5. As a child, he would use his toys to bring his stories to life.

Until the youthful age of twelve, Teli was raised in the bustling city of Taipei, Taiwan. When his father was called upon to assist with a business expansion in Bangkok, the family packed up there belongings to start their new life in Thailand.

After high school concluded, Teli decided to continue his studies abroad. He arrived in Los Angeles to pursue his education and career path in the field of molecular biology.

One evening, after watching an independent film, Teli was inspired to make a major change in his life. He took a leap of faith and pushed aside his ambition to become a scientist. While progressing toward the completion of his intended degree, Teli embarked on his journey to fulfill his true passion; film making and story writing.

Through his hard work and determination, Teli established From The Earth (FTE) Productions in 2009; an independent film production company. Teli began writing, directing, and producing films with a group of like minded friends. He spent every spare moment discovering the fundamentals of cinema.

The exposure to many different cultures has been a considerable influence on Teli. This is reflected abundantly in his two feature films. Additionally, he strives to introduce diversity into all aspects of FTE's other works. The company has produced a variety of medias including: commercials, music videos, and short films.

Teli aspires to perfect his craft and become an example for others. His message is to trust one's self and never give up the pursuit of their dreams.

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Director Statement

Never give up and all your dreams will come true!!!