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THE PARK | Trailer, Poster & Images

When a mysterious virus starts killing all adults, society is left to be governed by children living on borrowed time. After the adult population is wiped out, rival kids battle for control of an abandoned theme park. Danger lurks around every corner, and they must do whatever it takes to survive their hellish Neverland.

Filmmaker Shal Ngo's feature debut is a thrilling, dark journey through a dystopian world where children rule - and life is fleeting.

Written and directed by Shal Ngo, THE PARK stars Chloe Guidry, Nhedrick Jabier, and Carmina Garay; is executive produced by Ryan Chanatry, Nick Borenstein, and Matt Miller; and produced by Natalie Metzger, p.g.a.

Shal Ngo's dystopian thriller, starring a cast of amazing young actors and set in a long-abandoned amusement park, arrives on U.S. VOD on March 2nd, 2023.

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I just watched the entire first season of diary of a future president in one sitting and I. AM. NOT. OKAY. you guys this show is EVERYTHING

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Snippet from Carmina Garay’s (Sasha) interview. Looks like we’ll be getting some new characters folks!!!

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Carmina Garay Talks 'Diary of a Future President'

Carmina Garay Talks ‘Diary of a Future President’

Originally titled Diary of a Female President, Disney Plus’ latest series Diary of a Future Presidentfollows Elena Cañero-Reed (Tess Romero) during two periods of her life. First, we meet her briefly as an adult (played by Gina Rodriguez) on her way to the presidency. Then, we take it back to when she’s twelve attending middle school and dealing with the highs and lows of adolescence and coming…

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INTERVIEW WITH ACTRESS CARMINA GARAY PLAYING BETTY PARRIS IN AFFLICTED: DAUGHTERS OF SALEM THIS THURSDAY!

Hello! My name is Carmina Garay, I am 14 years old, and I am playing Betty Parris. I have been acting since I was 8 months old! So pretty much my whole life! My father and grandfather were actually both actors too! You could say it's in my blood. 

I would love to finally be recognized as an great actress in a project that gets a lot of exposure. I wouldn’t mind being able to have a career as an actress, and maybe be the next Meryl Streep, if it's in my cards!

WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO AUDITION FOR AFFLICTED: DAUGHTERS OF SALEM? 

My mom was looking around on Phantom Projects website and saw the show. She showed the description of the show to me, and I thought that it looked like an interesting and fun project. How often do you get to play the girls of Salem! So we decided to submit and here we are! 

CAN YOU TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE CHARACTER YOU ARE PLAYING? 

Betty Parris, the only way I can describe her, is a brat. She always wants what she wants, and will do a lot to get it. She feels entitled, and feels like she deserves anything she desires. Though, in the end, she really just wants to be included in the group. 

HOW DID YOU PREPARE FOR THIS ROLE?

I like to develop the character during rehearsals. If I know what the director wants, then I can easier incorporate what they want into the character than if I was alone practicing at home. I also decided to read the actual play “The Crucible” to see more of a background on the rest of the story. 

WHY DO YOU LIKE LIVE THEATRE?

Live theater has always been apart of my life, and I just think it’s such a cool art form! You have to act and feel in front of everybody, right then and there, with no second chances. It is just so much fun! 

ANY OTHER PROJECTS YOU ARE CURRENTLY WORKING ON?

I am actually also doing a school production, called Arsenic and Old Lace, where I play a cop! Other then that I am still actively auditioning and looking for projects. 

CAN YOU TELL US WHAT A REGULAR WEEK FOR YOU LOOKS LIKE? 

Oh my goodness!  My week is very busy now with two plays going on at the same time! Add on homework, voice over sessions, and double rehearsals, my life is pretty packed at the moment! 

WHAT HELPS YOU RELAX? 

I love to read, draw, and watch Youtube and TV. It’s nice to not have to think about anything, and enjoy the free time I have. 

FAVORITE BOOK? 

Oh! That’s a hard question! I love all books, but one book series that really holds a dear place in my heart is the Kingdom Keepers series! I love the series because it focuses on one of my favorite things, Disney, but it also has such magic and adventure that I really want to be in the book myself!

IS THIS YOUR FIRST PRODUCTION WITH PHANTOM PROJECTS? 

I have done a production with Phantom Projects before! It was the book, The Giver, and I was one of the kids who lived in the little city. I’m so happy to be back, especially in a bigger part. I wanted to come back because I loved the atmosphere and how fun it was to do shows in front of kids, just like me! 

WHY DO YOU THINK ARTS EDUCATION IS IMPORTANT? 

I think that the arts education is important because its been lost on so many kids in the world. They think that the arts are weird and strange, but if they never get the chance to experience them, they could be really missing out! There are artists in all of us, but I think the arts education really unlocks that passion we all have. 

I am so excited and honored to be here again! I can’t wait for everyone to see this awesome play! I’m sure your going to love it!

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Carmina Garay

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At only 9 years old, Carmina Garay is a veteran in the entertainment business. At 8 months of age, she was a national GAP baby featured all across the country. She has appeared in numerous commercials, features, shorts, and television, most recently as Danielle on Fox’s Raising Hope.

She has followed in the footsteps of both her Father and Grandfather and is a 3rd generation SAG member. Carmina enjoys Musical Theatre, and dreams of one day being in a Broadway production. Her favorite recent role was the lead role of Flounder in a regional production of The Little Mermaid.

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THE PARK - Review

DISTRIBUTOR: XYZ Films

SYNOPSIS:  “When a mysterious virus starts killing all adults, society is left to be governed by children living on borrowed time. After the adult population is wiped out, rival kids battle for control of an abandoned theme park. Danger lurks around every corner, and they must do whatever it takes to survive their hellish Neverland.”

REVIEW: Acclaimed filmmaker Shal Ngo makes his feature film debut about a dystopian future where adults who have succumbed to a disease and left the children to fend for themselves. Shot at the long-abandoned Six Flags New Orleans, closed and left abandoned after 2005’s Hurricane Katrina, one young girl sees it as a place to unite kids and begging to create a better future, however short lived it might be.

Armed with an excellent location, Ngo’s narrative allows us to get to know the distinct three characters and their different points of view. The characters go from survival mode to possibly trusting each other, but that all falls apart when strangers in blue raincoats enter the park. Ngo does an excellent job of creating characters that must grow up quickly, but are able to maintain a modicum of their innocence. He creates three distinct characters and their own unique dialogue. He presents the viewer with just enough information as to what has transpired, allowing the viewer’s imagination to fill in some blanks, and focuses on the trio. He presents an optimistic but bittersweet ending.

The film looks great. Regardless of the cinematography and editing, they have a great location that adds so much to the film. It doesn't feel like an expensive set built for something like “The Walking Dead,” but they do a wonderful job of adding the elements they need to this abandoned amusement park. I have to say that there were a few times where I wondered how many tetanus shots these actors need given all the rust around the park. The visual and special effects added nice touches to the story. They were seamless and in no way gratuitous. Given the tribal, end of the world theme it could have been bloodier. There is blood and violence, but just enough to get the story points across.

I enjoyed Robert Allaire’s score. It enhanced the atmosphere, supported emotional moments, and was an integral part of the narrative.

THE PARK has an excellent ensemble cast. The three principal actors, Chloe Guidry plays Ines, Carmina Garay portrays Kuan, and actor Nhedrick Jabier is Bui. Guidry and Jabier appeared in the first season of the Disney Channel show “Secrets of Sulphur Springs.” They all tackle a full emotional palate. There are some tough scenes where they exhibit strength but never manage to lose their innocence. Clearly they are survivors, but they are still kids. Carmina Garay is delightful as she putters around the park. You can’t help but believe she will resurrect the joint.

Shal Ngo’s THE PARK is the closest to a Spielberg film like “Poltergeist,” “Goonies,” “Empire of the Sun.” He is not armed with a Spielberg budget, but he has an excellent cast and he knows how to direct them and they in turn give him some fabulous performances. He luck out with a location that feels like a million-bucks as well as a few other ones as well. The film left me wanting a bit more from this universe and I think it might be a narrative that could be revisited in a series or limited series. I haven’t viewed Ngo’s short films, but am eager to seek them out after viewing THE PARK. He is clearly a talented filmmaker whose future films I’ll be on the lookout for.

CAST: Chloe Guidry, Nhedrick Jabier, Carmina Garay, Ryan Anthony Williams, Carli Marie Mcintyre; Murtaza Ali, and Charlie Evans. CREW: Director/Screenplay/Editor - Shal Ngo; Producer - Natalie Metzger; Cinematographer - Jared Levy; Score - Robert Allaire; Production Designer - Erin Staub; Costume Designer - Lo Jackson; VFX Artist - Justin Sarceno OFFICIAL: N.A. FACEBOOK: N.A. TWITTER: N.A. TRAILER: https://youtu.be/E0tvWkBujYU RELEASE DATE: On VOD March 2nd, 2023

**Until we can all head back into the theaters our “COVID Reel Value” will be similar to how you rate a film on digital platforms - 👍 (Like), 👌 (It’s just okay),  or 👎 (Dislike)

Reviewed by Joseph B Mauceri

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“The young people of our world today are brilliant and free but burdened by the responsibilities that we have now inherited on a global basis. Being a kid every once in a while is good for everyone’s soul and I believe that even grownups can benefit from it.” When I ask her what she wants older generations to offer as support for her generation she says, “Perhaps, every once in a while take some time to just enjoy the childish joys of life,” followed by a quote from Walt Disney: “Growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional.” • • • #CarminaGaray #diaryofafuturepresident #DisneyPlus #PEN15 #Hulu #Actress #Disney #Throwback 📸: Disney http://teenplicity.com/carmina-garay-talks-diary-of-a-future-president/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CDEqOlepF0p/?igshid=1ok9w09q8jtlk

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Carmina Garay as Betty Parris 🎭 #afflicteddaughtersofsalem • . . . . . #theatre #livetheatre #phantomprojects #theatregroup #nonprofit #artseducation #pagetostage #literature #reading #book #history #salemwitchtrials #acting #actorslife #play (at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqMYf5EAKj2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=8x7yguxeh0kc

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The Cast of #afflicteddaughtersofsalem • • Angela D. Watson • Gabi Jones • Mia Cusianovic • Katia Peel • Veronica Mcfarlane • Carmina Garay #phantomprojects #lathtr #losangelestheatre #lamiradatheatre (at La Mirada, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoezdgwhoDv/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=5yi98rzfgfaa