Production on a new feature comedy film is near complete for ‘The Scarlet Pirate’. The film is the second feature from ShowPup Productions and is targeted for release in fall 2020. The film shot entirely in Chicago, IL using local talent and crew. ‘The Scarlet Pirate’ was created by Joey Gartner and Jon Silver, script […]

ShowPup Productions is pleased to present a new short film from Jon Silver. A Chicago writer invites younger versions of himself for dinner, but he is deeply confounded by his ex-girlfriends attendance and the interruption of a surprise. STARRING:Jon aged 30……. Andy JunkJon aged 25……. Andy JunkJon aged 21……. Andy Junk Kristen ………. Alyssa DavisAllegra […]

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Sherra and Dede gonna fix your life! In Episode 3, Sherra and DeDe take in a night of music from Ashley Joyce. A web series about two women who think they know how to help. Starring Sherra Lasley and DeDe Drake Directed by Dunbar Dicks Director of Photography by Tom Bailey Audio Supervisor by Tim […]

Sherra and Dede gonna fix your life! In Episode 2, Sherra and DeDe re-decorate the styles and home of Lynnae Duley and JF Harris. A web series about two women who think they know how to help. Starring Sherra Lasley and DeDe Drake Directed by Dunbar Dicks Director of Photography by Tom Bailey Audio Supervisor […]

The second and final part to the short film ‘Lamby’s Day Out’, this silent story is a sweet piece about love. After some days out, Lamby wonders her way around the big city before making her way back home to the family that misses her deeply. Directed by Jon Silver Produced by Jon Silver, Kate […]

Image courtesy of france-amerique.com By Hank Strickler In 2017, audiences at the Cannes Film Festival booed several Netflix films when the streaming giant’s logo appeared on screen. The crowd reaction was in response to Netflix’s decision to circumvent a theatrical run and release their films “direct-to-platform.” Well-known for being defensive of their cinemas, French audiences […]

Rob has trouble with a window. Staring: Rob Grabowski and Ryan Ben Created by: Rob Grabowski Ryan Ben Avery Lee Bobby Richards Jon Silver Directed by: Jon Silver Edited by: Jon Silver Music by: Eric Braband Executive Producers: Jon Silver and Zack Fishman

By Hank Strickler Since the advent of film festivals, numerous aspiring moviemakers have labored to win the favor of festival judges across the world. Most of the time, their attempts end in disappointment. While an avalanche of advice is available for people willing to ask around, unfortunately it’s often contradictory. Like anyone trying to break […]

Rob and Ryan are tasked with installing a new toilet. Staring: Rob Grabowski, Ryan Ben, and Avery Lee Created by: Rob Grabowski Ryan Ben Avery Lee Bobby Richards Jon Silver Directed by: Bobby Richards Edited by: Jon Silver Camera by: Kyle Nilges Sound by: Avery Lee Music by: Eric Braband Executive Producers: Jon Silver and […]