Wichita (2014 film)

Wichita is an independent feature film (Western/Thriller) written and directed by Nicholas Barton.[1] It was produced by Prestigious Films (the production company behind Queens of Camo) and was shot in Wichita, Kansas over 28 days.

Synopsis

A drifter, a fugitive, and a bounty hunter all land in the sleepy cow town of Wichita, Kansas during the 1882 cattle runs and find out there's far more than meets the eye in this Western/Noir.

Cast

  • Justin France as Jesse
  • Karina Wolfe as Samantha
  • Blake Webb as the fugitive
  • Kenneth Mitchell as the Deacon
  • Reylynn Caster[2] as Mary
  • Delno Ebie as Victor

Production

The film debuted on April 4, 2014 at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Wichita. Theatre employees claimed it was one of the largest film screenings they have ever seen with a nearly sold out theatre of almost 1400 seats. The film went on to premiere at over 30 cities throughout the midwest including Tulsa,[3] Oklahoma City, Kansas City, Lawrence,[4] Salina, Joplin, Ponca City, and many many more.

The film was shot in 4k on the RED Scarlet using Canon Cineprime Lenses. Wichita stars Justin France, Karina Wolfe, Blake Webb, and Kenneth Mitchell. Principle photography was shot at Old Cowtown Museum in downtown Wichita and the Flint Hills Nature Preserve.[5]

Reviews

The film has been highly reviewed by critics and currently holds a 7.5 out of 10 stars from 110 ratings on IMDB.[6]

References

  1. ↑ Powell, Fletcher (March 26, 2014). "KMUW Radio - Local Independents". KMUW.
  2. ↑ She’s not in Kansas anymore: Wichita girl climbing the Hollywood ladder; The Wichita Eagle; February 8, 2017.
  3. ↑ Arnett, David (March 18, 2014). "Feature film "Wichita" premiere in Tulsa". Tulsa Today.
  4. ↑ Melin, Eric (April 11, 2014). "Filmmaker brings Western shot in Kansas to Liberty Hall". lawrence.com.
  5. ↑ Van Horn, Rachel (March 20, 2014). "Movie to premiere in Buffalo and Woodward". Woodward News.
  6. ↑ Wichita on IMDb
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