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Distributed by INDICAN PICTURES*

Starring C. Thomas Howell, Tanya Allen, Michael Welch, Eve Mauro, Tom Sizemore, Christina DeRosa, Brent Briscoe, Lauren Walsh, Sarah Scott and Danny Trejo

In “THE GRIND”

Executive Producers KEITH ANDERSON, KIRK ANDERSON

Editor STEVEN LANG

Director of Photography BRIAN CRANE

Composers KEVIN HAYES

Production Designer MARCO DIAZ

Costume Designer FELVI HERNANDEZ

Producer ROBERT ENRIQUEZ

Writer/Director JOHN MILLEA

Press Contact: Running Time: 97 min Jarvis Wallstreet 323-650-0832

* A division of 2K4 Pictures, Inc. THE GRIND SYNOPSIS Directed by John Millea

Tag Line: Mobsters, Hot Girls, Grifters and Action all in one movie!

SYNOPSIS: Luke (C. Thomas Howell), a seedy grifter who owes money to the Mexican Mob cooks up one final scheme to pay off his debt – getting local loan shark, Chuck (Tom Sizemore) to advance him cash to start a Hot All-Girl Website! Now saddled with two debts, one idea and no skills, Luke ropes his only two friends, Courtney (Tanya Allen) and Josh (Twilight’s Michael Welch) into his venture. Courtney gets the site running, Michael brings in (4) Hot Babes – Sultry Sophia (Eve Mauro), “Girl Next Door” Brooke (Lauren Walsh), Submissive Naomi (Christina DeRosa) and Bitchy Alex (Sarah Scott). This perfect mix of girls creates tension, sex and money! But as things heat up, Mexican Mobster Guzman (Danny Trejo)changes the rules – jamming Luke up as the chicks bolt with the cash. Fists start flying, People start dying and all Hell breaks loose. Can Luke stop the killings, save his friends, find the money and get the hell out of town? Or will another one bite the dust!

Rating: Pending (Probable R)

TECH SPECS:

IF I DIE TONIGHT

Directed by John Millea Starring: C. Thomas Howell, Eve Mauro, Tom Sizemore, Tanya Allen, Michael Welch, Christina DeRosa, Lauren Walsh, Sarah Scott with Danny Trejo Running Time: 92 minutes Format: 1:85 High Def Sound: Dolby Stereo Rating: Country: USA Language: English Genre: Action Trailers: Available

Website: www.IndicanPictures.com JOHN MILLER, DIRECTOR BIO

Fun Facts: John read only one book during first twelve years of school: “Joe Namath’s Life Story” in fifth grade. However, John ended up getting a Master’s Degree in English. His favorite films are a mix of popular stuff and arthouse. His taste in authors is similar.

Favorite Movies: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Stranger than Paradise, Local Hero, Best of Times. Favorite Authors: Hemingway, Faulkner, Steinbeck, Cummings, Frost, Tarantino, William Carlos Williams, J.D. Salinger, Gerald Haslam. Favorite Musician: Jerry Garcia.

Used to rent movies at a video store up the street from his house called Video Archives from an enthusiastic, but little known film lover named Quentin Tarantino.

John enjoys open spaces, and creeks and pines trees. Ironically, he lives in L.A. He is happily married with one child.

Previous credits as a director include the film “The Last Days of Danny Pelvic and the Thrusters.” Cast Bio’s

C.THOMAS HOWELL BIO

An ex-child rodeo star, C. Thomas Howell was earmarked as one of the most promising young actors in the mid 1980s after an eye-catching performance in the teen coming-of-age epic, The Outsiders. Other roles followed, including the violent Cold War invasion drama Red Dawn, and a co-starring part alongside Jamie Lee Curtis in Grandview, U.S.A. His career was not helped by the controversial racial comedy Soul Man, which was not well-received. However, he did meet and fall in love with his co-star from that movie, Rae Dawn Chong, whom he later married.

Whilst superstardom has eluded him, there's no doubting that Howell has been in consistent demand with film producers. He has notched up in excess of 90 feature film appearances including starring roles in Side Out, Gettysburg, Baby Face Nelson, Fatal Affair, Asylum Days and Hoboken Hollow.

Known as a friendly and likable person to his fans, Howell lives with his current wife Sylvie, and their three children Isabelle, Dashiell & Liam.

DANNY TREJO BIO

I love playing the bad guy in movies, because the bad guy always dies. That’s the real world. If someone asked me to play a bad guy that always gets away with it, I’d pass. That’s the very message I preach to youths who are in crisis and in trouble…the bad guy always loses and the good guy always wins. It’s the one-thing movies and real life see eye-to-eye on. Danny Trejo has developed a prolific career in the movie business, yet his road to success has been hard earned and everything but typical. From imprisonment to helping young people battle drug addiction, acting to producing, the name, face, and achievements of Danny Trejo are well recognized in Hollywood.

Danny grew up on the streets of Los Angeles. Despite spending the latter part of his youth and early adulthood incarcerated, Danny rose to great accomplishment. Upon his release from San Quentin, he became involved in programs aimed at helping those who, like him, battle drug and alcohol addictions.

Years later, Danny went to the set of RUNAWAY TRAIN to offer support to a man he’d been counseling. He was immediately offered a role as a convict. Danny has since gone on to star in dozens of films including: DESPERADO, the FROM DUSK ‘TIL DAWN film series, HEAT (Robert De Niro, Al Pacino), CON AIR (Nicolas Cage), ONCE UPON A TIME IN MEXICO (Johnny Depp). Trejo has also appeared in the series of SPY KIDS films as “Uncle Machete”. Danny can also be seen in the independent films THE DEVIL’S REJECTS, the sequel to HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES, SHERRY BABY opposite Maggie Gyllenhaal, Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino’s GRIND HOUSE, as well as DELTA FARCE, starring Dan Whitney AKA “Larry the Cable Guy” and working with Rob Zombie again in HALLOWEEN. Danny recently completed LA LINEA alongside Ray Liotta, Esai Morales and Andy Garcia as well as ST. JOHN OF LAS VEGAS with Steve Buscemi . Trejo’s upcoming project is Robert Rodriguez’ MACHETE. Machete is the anti-hero of the story, an ex-federale with a gift for wielding a blade who hides out as a day-laborer and is double-crossed by a corrupt state senator. He’s also appeared on numerous television shows. Danny recurs on the series King of the Hill and has appeared on Monk, starring Tony Shalhoub, Desperate Housewives, Stargate: Atlantis and most recently Breaking Bad starring Bryan Cranston.

In 2000, Danny formed his production company “Starburst” where his first endeavors into producing was the award winning short AN EYE FOR TALENT followed by THE ANIMAL FACTORY, directed by Steve Buscemi. MY FATHER’S FLAG is the next feature in development under that banner, a film about a young soldier’s conflict between his father and country and his evolution into a patriot.

“Trejo 4.0 Productions” is Danny’s newest venture. The company’s most recent film “High Hopes” has been acquired by Maple Pictures/Lionsgate Canada. It’s a story about a group of Hollywood hopefuls who decide to steal marijuana from the FBI with the plan of returning it and using the reward money to finance their movie. The film stars Jason Mewes, David Faustino, Corin Nemec, Jason Marsden, Eddie Furlong, Robert Rodriguez, Andy Dick, and Michael DeLorenzo.

Despite his impressive list of credits, it’s his continual role as a devoted husband, father of three and as an intervention counselor that bring him the most satisfaction. TOM SIZEMORE BIO

A powerful presence in film and television, Tom Sizemore is best known for his riveting portrayals of intense tough-guy characters. He has been repeatedly cast by Hollywood’s greatest directors, among them Michael Mann (Heat, “Robbery Homicide Division”), Oliver Stone (Born on the Fourth of July, Natural Born Killers), Steven Spielberg (Saving Private Ryan), Martin Scorsese (Bringing Out the Dead), and Ridley Scott (Black Hawk Down).

As the seasoned Col. McKnight who leads a rescue convoy in Somalia in 2001’s action/war drama Black Hawk Down, Sizemore fronted a group of elite U.S. soldiers. He received widespread acclaim for his starring role as Sgt. Mike Horvath in another high-profile war drama, 1998’s Oscar-winning Saving Private Ryan, later starring in the World War II war drama Pearl Harbor for Michael Bay.

The nineties found Sizemore in an array of prominent roles: portraying a psychotic paramedic in Scorsese’s Bringing Out the Dead; starring in Mann’s acclaimed crime drama Heat; playing a detective who strangles a girl in Stone’s controversial Natural Born Killers; winning the role of Bat Masterson in Lawrence Kasdan’s star-laden Wyatt Earp; and pairing with Chris Penn as a pair of undercover cops in Tony Scott’s off-kilter crime drama True Romance. Sizemore has also starred in Dreamcatcher, Big Trouble, Paparazzi, The Relic, Devil in a Blue Dress, Passenger 57, Play it to the Bone, Red Planet, Striking Distance, Guilty By Suspicion, Strange Days, and Born on the Fourth of July.

On television, Sizemore notably starred as mobster John Gotti in the TV movie Witness to the Mob, and was nominated for a best actor Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of a south Boston mobster in Witness Protection. He appeared in “CSI: Miami” and top-lined Mann’s “Robbery Homicide Division” as Lt. Sam Cole. In fall 2008 he joined the cast of the Starz series CRASH, portraying the unorthodox Detective Adrian Cooper. Recently Sizemore starred in an episode of John Wells new series SOUTHLAND on NBC, playing a role that was written specifically with him in mind.

Born in Detroit, MI, Sizemore has a master’s in theater from Temple University.

MICHAEL WELCH BIO

Michael Welch, only 21, has already made a strong impression on the entertainment world. Starting at the age of 10, he has worked in every aspect of the business including film, television, voiceover, and stage.

Michael has completed 19 films in his 11 year career. He recently completed filming The Twilight Saga’s New Moon, the second in the series of best-selling novels by Stephanie Meyer. He plays the popular Mike Newton, and has already received much attention for his role in Twilight both within the industry as well as from many fans. He can be seen in award-winning festival favorites such as My Suicide, An American Crime, United States of Leland, and American Son. Over the past several years, Welch has also starred in Day of the Dead, Lost Dream, The Thacker Case, Remember The Daze and The Grind. Plus he has “All the Boys Love Mandy Lane” hitting theaters this fall plus the sequel to “Twilight” -- “New Moon” .

Michael is familiar to television audiences for his many starring roles on Emmy Award-winning shows. Welch played Luke Girardi on the television series Joan of Arcadia, which ran for two seasons on CBS. He recently starred in an episode of CSI and an arc on The Riches. During the past several years he appeared on CSI: Miami, Numb3rs, Law & Order: SVU, Crossing Jordan, NCIS, Cold Case, and Without a Trace. His earlier years included performances on Stargate SG- 1, Judging Amy, The District, Touched by an Angel, Malcolm in the Middle, The X-Files, The Pretender, 7th Heaven, Chicago Hope, and Frasier.

Welch appeared at The Blank Theatre in September 2008 in the West Coast Premiere of Speech & Debate. He also had the privilege to work with The Royal National Theatre at the Ahmanson Theatre in Enemy of the People.

Despite his busy schedule, he received the 2005 Star Innovative Award for environmental causes and has been active with the charity Kids With a Cause since 1999. Welch is represented by Curtis Talent Management and Innovative Artists.

TANYA ALLEN BIO

Possibly best known for her role as Anna in the Sony Pictures blockbuster Silent Hill, Canadian born Tanya Allen is an accomplished actress whose credits range from War Drama's such as Gilles Mackinnon ( Hideous Kinky)'s Between the Lines.

Musicals such as Fancy Dancing starring Dave Foley and Jason Priestly and was last seen opposite Scott Foley in A&E's Firestorm; Last Stand at Yellowstone.

While Tanya has spent the majority of her career acting in independent films such as Wish You Were Dead ( playing Mary Steenburgen's drug addicted daughter) , HBO's Lone Hero ( with Sean Patrick Flannery) and the critically acclaimed White Lies opposite Sarah Polley and Lynn Redgrave.

Tanya has also established herself as a versatile television performer and has been nominated for three Gemini awards (The Canadian Emmy's) for playing a rock star in Platinum, a period heroine in The Lives of Girls and Women and a sardonic intern in Ken Finkleman's satirical comedy television series the Newsroom, for which she won Best Performance in a Comedy Series.

Other television credits include multiple episodes of The Outer Limits and starring as Percy Montana in the science fiction television series Starhunter. Tanya currently resides in Los Angeles and works in Britain, Canada and the United States. LAUREN WALSH BIO

Lauren Walsh was born in Torrance, CA, but grew up in Texas. Though she loves her family, Texas just seemed a little dull. After back-packing in Spain at the age of 18, Lauren moved to Los Angeles. She enrolled in film and video production at The Art Institute in Santa Monica. As much as Lauren loved being behind the camera, she discovered a love and natural ability for the craft in front of it. Lauren then dropped out of The Art Institute to pursue a career in acting. Soon after, she booked her first role in a feature film, The Grind. More films followed including, The 18 year old Virgin, Campus Radio, and her most recent film, Terminators.

With her love for acting and successful start in the industry, Lauren continues to work on her craft aiming to do artistic indie films. She loves indie rock, folk, and electro music. You can find her in the shade under a tree reading a good book or writing in her journal. She loves pop surrealism and Thai food.

EVE MAURO BIO

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, to a Sicilian father and a Russian mother, Eve is the youngest of five siblings. She grew up in Orlando, Florida watching Greta Garbo films which inspired her to become an actress. Eve moved to Los Angeles at the age of 21 and started modeling in order to break into the industry. Like her biblical namesake, Eve is curious and unafraid and while Los Angeles is no eden, Mauro navigates it with a tender femininity and an empowered toughness.

Her first non modeling gig was in Madonna's "Hollywood" video in which she played a French Maid. From this small spot she followed with television guest spots and the prerequisite ingénue roles in horror, thriller and mystery flicks. These include “Wicked Lake” with Ministry’s Al Jourgenson and “Penance” with Jason Connery and Tony Todd. This year sees the release of three big-screen projects, the comedic “Miss March” where Mauro plays a Russian Lesbian on a road trip to the Playboy Mansion, “The Chaos Experiment” a thriller with Val Kilmer and Armand Assante and this summer’s blockbuster – “Land of the Lost” starring Will Ferrell!

When she is not acting Eve is a passionate supporter of four charities very close to her heart including: Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, Save the Children and Susan G. Komen Cure for Cancer. In what little free time she has, you can find Eve reading, traveling, playing a mean game of poker and drinking fine wine. She currently resides in Los Angeles, California.

CHRISTINA DE ROSA BIO

Christina DeRosa just wrapped a series regular role on a new Web Series 'Madison Lane', a cross between Devil Wears Prada and Gossip Girl, to air in 2009 and the hilarious Exploitation flick – “Run Bitch Run”.

You may recognize Christina from one season of the groundbreaking TV series, 'Sex Chronicles' by Zane where she played Eboni, in all twelve episodes. Christina also appeared in smash-hit shows that span network and cable television, her show credits are 'Worst Week', 'Everybody Hates Chris', '‘Reno 911!', 'General Hospital', and 'Entourage'. Christina is also the spokes model for 'Shoes For The Stars', "A Unique Shoe Design for a Unique Woman" and 'Timmy Woods',

She is also a spoke-model for a shoe line and has been featured in magazines ranging from the July 2007 issue of Playboy as 'The Babe of the Month', Runway Magazine, Rod and Custom, La Confidential, Ok!, Star, Instinct, and People En Espanol.

Aside from acting and modeling, this multi-talented firecracker is busy rehearsing with Music Director and renowned Concert Pianist, Cody Gillette with their Cabaret Piano Bar Show. Be on the lookout for this sassy brunette in the new TV show, 'Dollhouse', and in 'Extreme Movie' as Nancy, alongside of Frankie Muniz and Michael Cera.

SARAH SCOTT BIO

Sarah Scott will appear in the 2009 season of HBO’s hit series “True Blood,” starring Anna Paquin, and as the younger version of Joely Richardson on the FX series “Nip/Tuck.” In previous seasons she has guest starred on “CSI: NY” as a sassy hip/hop dancer ‘Shanya’ and on “Medium,” “Days of Our Lives,” “Smith” and “Arrested Development.”

Sarah started as one of the original dancing silhouettes in the iconic iPod print campaign; she was the hot pink one! She has enjoyed working on music videos for Natalie Imbruglia, N.E.R.D. and The Sugar Hill Gang; and alongside some of the industries top choreographers such as Mia Michaels and Marguerite Derreks. When the producers of the hit show “Arrested Development” saw her at an audition they thought she resembled Judy Greer enough to create a spoof of her character ‘Kitty’ for two episodes during the shows run. With moxie and manners, Sarah gracefully adapts her style of storytelling to whatever medium has her attention in the moment.

Her start began onstage in New York with companies such as The Pulse Ensemble and Vaso de Leche, simultaneously earning a degree in Communications and Dance from NYU. She was accepted to study Shakespeare for a year in London at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and has been described as ‘The Renaissance Painting Goes for a Wild Night on the Town’. Her most recent theatre project was playing ‘Nintendo 64’ in the original cast of David Largman Murray’s dark sci-fi comedy, Robots vs. Fake Robots. Scott can be seen in a number of well received indie’s including The Last Hurrah, a recent winner at Dances With Films 2009, The Devil’s Muse, and Justin Lin’s Finishing the Game, which premiered at Sundance in 2007. Sarah is a world traveler and enjoys riding bikes, practicing yoga, and volunteering as a Book Pal where she reads stories aloud to children. She resides in Venice Beach with her family.