MDG Films is an Idaho based company dedicated to the growth of the organizations and films it helps to produce. From movies to musicians, MDG has seen projects through to the realization of dreams. From the Troopers' 2009 World Championship performance in "Hell Bent for Victory" to the Dying Famous 2010 Whisky A Go Go debut.
MDG Films is also a contributor to the education of Idaho's youth. Each fall, Director Michael D. Gough in co-operation with several other musical professionals help to bring life to the design and instruction of the Kuna Gold Marching Band productions.
Starting this summer, Michael will also lead the way towards a filmmaking program for all the treasure valley youth ages 14-17. More information coming soon. Check out the Film Academy section to see this program in action back in 2008 at North Junior High in Boise.
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OVERVIEW:
The MDG Film Academy is a special program geared towards bringing the fun, excitement and professionalism of filmmaking into the hands of teens aged 14-18. The qualifications of participation are not based off of economic class. This is a program directed toward ALL youth despite the financial hardships of struggling families.
BACKGROUND:
In 2005 through the generous support of Boise area videographers and Indie Producers, equipment was loaned out to the film crew which would later become MDG Films. It was through such support that MDG was formed.
In 2008 the MDG Film Academy was born to offer the students of North Junior High School in Boise, Idaho the chance to write, shoot and edit their own short films, have them promoted in the local media and premiered at a major movie theater in the heart of downtown.
It was a program that started with very few teens having any interest in film but left them wanting to become filmmakers after two weeks.
Today, the MDG Film Academy returns offering Idaho based teens the opportunity to have a similar experience.
For more information, download the Academy application below.
For fifty years the young men and women of the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps traveled the nation, entertaining six Presidents and celebrities including John Wayne, Jimmy Stewart and Walter Brennan. Not to mention audiences that range into the millions. They have won eleven National Championships and are a founding member of Drum Corps International. They are one of the most respected drum corps in the history of the activity.
In 2006 severe financial problems paralyzed the organization, forcing them to dissipate, possibly forever... Or so we thought. After one full year of restructuring and immense support throughout the country, the Troopers returned to the competitive field in 2007 with it's most successful season in over twenty years. This is the story of what Honor, Loyalty and Dedication truly mean.
Add this truly remarkable DVD to your collection today!
Hell Bent For Victory is a feature length documentary film that follows the 2009 Casper, Wyoming Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps as they compete to re-enter the Drum Corps International Word Finals for the first time in twenty three years.
Told through the eyes of their Drum Major, Corey Moore, and marching instructor Kyle Trader, a series of events will unfold that take these young people through the meat grinder of life, love, passion and dedication as they set out for their ultimate goal. Shot entirely on location, the film's crew uses the style and technique of a narrative feature film to tell this true story unfolding in real time. It is an action packed thrill ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Whether you be a longtime fan of the Troopers and drum corps, or aficionado of great cinema, this film will captivate your senses through the power of music and film.
Zane McGinley forms a rock band and struggles to keep the group together before they go on their first tour to play the Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood, California.
Unlike any other rock documentary, this film takes place as the action surrounds the key players. The movie opens on the ground floor of the band's existence and takes you on the adventure into the unknown world of the music business.
Everybody dreams of being a rock star, very few get past the beginning...
After a tragic accident takes the life of Paige's parents, she is forced to grow up over night and take responsibility for her thirteen year old sister.
In trying to understand why her parents were taken, she discovers deep rooted secrets that stand to change the course of her life forever.
Currently in development, with locations set in Idaho, Director Michael D. Gough is seeking donations and investors to help bring the magic of this script to the silver screen. Please consider donating money to help fund this film by clicking the red button to your left. If you are interested in a more active role as an investor, please contact Michael by clicking the contact button on the main menu.
Thank you for your consideration.
-MDG Films
