Berner, the American rapper and CEO behind the cannabis brand Cookies, in association with 4 Ways Entertainment, has announced the cast for their upcoming film, 'Splash City.' The movie, a coming-of-age thriller, is set against the backdrop of the San Francisco Bay Area subculture.
The script for 'Splash City' was co-written by David Mansanalez and Berner, with Ferrufino taking on the directorial role. The production team includes Alex Ferrufino, David Mansanalez, John Mercado, and Arie Rose of 4 Ways Entertainment.
The cast of 'Splash City' features a mix of established and up-and-coming talent, with a focus on Bay Area locals. Actors such as T.J. Atoms, Reed Shannon, Christopher Ammanuel, Zack Sowers, Destiny Hernandez, Vivian Lamolli, Dylan Kenin, Hazel Renee, and Steve Villegas are set to star in the film.
Ferrufino, known for his award-winning work on 'Slipping into Darkness,' will be directing the film. Berner will serve as the executive producer and fully finance the project. In a statement, Berner expressed his goal of bringing the unique stories of the San Francisco Bay Area to life through 'Splash City.'
The film is described as a portrayal of the smash-and-grab culture and crew from the Fillmore district in San Francisco, drawing inspiration from movies like 'New Jersey Drive' and 'Juice.' Additionally, 'Splash City' will feature an original soundtrack, with details about the artists and collaborators to be revealed at a later date.
