VOTE EARTH by Carbon Zero

Logline:
Two world-class athletes. One urgent mission. A fight for the future of our planet.

Synopsis:
VOTE EARTH follows the compelling journey of two elite athletes from vastly different worlds—Landon McNamara, award-winning musician and Eddie Aikau Big Wave Champion, and Austin “No Doubt” Trout, former world boxing champion and current BKFC welterweight titleholder. As they chase greatness in their respective sports, they unite under a shared mission: to confront the escalating climate crisis and inspire global action.

Guided by the spirit of Indigenous Hawaiian culture and the unifying power of art, legendary guitarist and climate activist Peter DiStefano (Porno for Pyros) sparks a bold environmental movement. Together, they launch a groundbreaking Environmental Coalition, blending music, sport, and storytelling to amplify awareness and mobilize change.

This powerful documentary captures their evolution—from personal triumphs to public advocacy—as they use their platforms to fight for a livable planet and a legacy of hope for future generations.

  • Douglas Kaplan
    Writer
    Modern American Artists
  • Douglas Kaplan
    Director
    Modern American Artists
  • Paul Buchholz
    DIrector Of Photography
    Heavy Water, Modern American Artists
  • Andrew Howard
    Producer
    Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Greg McCarthy
    Producer
    Modern American Artists
  • Douglas Kaplan
    Producer
    Heavy Water, Frank & Ava, Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Daniel Springen
    Producer
  • Peter DiStefano
    Producer
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Peter DiStefano
    Key Cast
    "self - Lead"
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Landon McNamara
    Key Cast
    "self - Lead"
  • Liam McNamara
    Key Cast
    "self"
  • Hiriata Hart
    Key Cast
    "self - Aloha Ambassador "
  • Austin Trout
    Key Cast
    "self - World Champion"
  • Seoung Eui Shin
    Key Cast
    "self - GrandMaster"
  • Nossi College
    Production Studios
    Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Phil Schlieder
    Drone Operation Lead
    Journey to the Reef, Lahaina Rising
  • Hiriata Hart
    Line Producer / Coordinator
    Heavy Water
  • Douglas Sobel
    Line Producer / Coordinator
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Sarah Long
    BTS Photography
  • Michael Graham
    BTS Photography
    Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Phil Schlieder
    Second Unit Director
    Journey to the Reef, Lahaina Rising
  • Cooper Ford
    CInematography
    Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Calvin Cunningham
    CInematography
  • Paul Buchholz
    Editor
    Modern American Artists, Heavy Water
  • Cooper Ford
    Sound
    Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Peter DiStefano
    Music
    Man on Fire, Shrek, Call of Duty - Modern Warfare
  • Michael Patterson
    Associate Producer
    Heavy Water, Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Cynthia Banuelos
    Associate Producer
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Allen Karns
    Creative Consultant
    Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • William O'Roarke
    Supervising Producer
    Modern American Artists, Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Frank Santora
    Supervising Producer
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Dave Aude
    Original Music
    Modern American Artists
  • Joshua Kadish
    Field Producer
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Greg McCarthy
    Field Producer
    Modern American Artists, Carbon Zero Earth Day 2024
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Feature
  • Genres:
    Environmental, Music, Observational
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 33 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    December 31, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    300,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    4k
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Douglas Kaplan

Douglas Kaplan's Directorial Debut “Modern American Artists” is an Award Winning Documentary with Global Climate Activist & Rock Star Guitarist, Peter DiStefano from the iconic band Porno for Pyros.
Peter embraces Nationalism while collaborating with local artists creating new bodies of works while discussing life as an artist, and pop culture in society today.

Douglas continues to work on a variety of projects in various capacities helping Filmmakers, Athletes, and Musicians achieve their common goals. He actively works with Charitable Organizations in his free time. He is a "CES," Certified Environmental Scientist who supports Conservation and Sustainability. His current passion is the plight of Global Warming and bringing awareness to the general public about Climate Change with the need for Carbon Zero emissions.

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Director Statement

Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!