HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING-SYNOPSIS

 NY NEW FILMMAKERS AWARD-BEST FEATURE  LAS VEGAS -HOLLYWOOD DREAMZ FILM FESTIVAL- WINNER OUTSTANDING CAST PERFORMANCE- 5 NOMINATIONS FOR BEST ACTOR, BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR, BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS, BEST EDITING  DENNIS CABRINI WON 1ST RUNNERUP BEST ACTOR-HOLLYWOOD DREAMZ  BOB DUBATO WON 1ST RUNNERUP BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR  LONG ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL 4 NOMINATIONS- DENNIS CABRINI BEST ACTOR, ANDREW SCHWARZ BEST CINEMATOGRAPHER,KATHRYN BRYDING BEST ACTRESS, HELEN PROIMOS BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS  PRESELECTIONS FOR ROME FILM AWARDS, MADRID ARTS FF, NY STATE FF

HIGH HOPES 2 IS THE SEQUEL TO THE ORIGINAL HIGH HOPES WHICH WON:  NY INDEPENDENT FILM & NEW MEDIA FESTIVAL- AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST SHORT FILM,  NY ONE FOREST FILM FESTIVAL- BEST FILM, BEST ACTOR-DENNIS CABRINI  LONG ISLAND FF-BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS –MICHELE EVE NADLER HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING follows the continuing misadventures of a 49 year old Brooklyn taxicab driver Danny Valentino a not so loveable loser who won’t give up his dream of making it as an actor after over 25 years of failure. In the original HIGH HOPES Danny’s dream was about to come true when he nails the audition for the lead in a network sitcom, but when Danny meets with the Executive Producer of the film….all his dreams are shattered……as karma catches up to hot headed Danny who previously kicked the producer out of his cab. Instead of getting the part Danny is blacklisted and can’t get any acting gigs. But Danny doesn’t give up and he and another actor Sal decide to make their own film. HIGH HOPES 2 picks up Danny’s life several years later. Now in his 50’s and still blacklisted Danny hasn’t had an acting job in years. He and Sal fail at making a movie and Danny is faced with the reality that he’s getting old and his acting career may be over. Furthermore he’s beginning to believe that all his friends that call him a loser may be right that he’s wasted his whole life pursuing his dream….and that’s not hard luck Danny’s only problem! Due to a series of hilarious mishaps Danny’s boss at the cab company knocks him out and the only way he can keep his job is to fight HER in a boxing match! Danny’s wife has had enough and leaves him. His daughter hates his guts, he’s facing eviction….and one other thing……..the police are after him! HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING is a ROCKY story about an actor. Its about having a dream and never giving up. 60 years ago in an episode of THE HONEYMOONERS Ralph Kramden laments never making it as a saxophone musician because “I could never hit that high note”. High Hopes 2: is about trying to hit that high note. It’s about never giving up even when all the odds are stacked against you. Like Rocky, like Ralph Kramden, Danny won’t give up on his dream…he won’t let go of his……..HIGH HOPES TRAILER :YOU TUBE- HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING(THEATRICAL TRAILER) CONTACT INFO: email: [email protected] Dennis Cabrini Phone: 631-374-5799 CAST

DENNIS CABRINI – DANNY VALENTINO

Dennis Cabrini once again plays the lead role of Danny Valentino in HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING, the sequel to the award winning original HIGH HOPES HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING DIRECTED BY DENNIS CABRINI AND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ANDREW SCHWARZ HAS ALREADY WON THE AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST FEATURE at the THE NEW FILMAKERS FESTIVAL 2017 WINTER SESSION & AT THE HOLLYWOOD DREAMZ FILM FESTIVAL IN LAS VEGAS HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING WON OUTSTANDING CAST PERFORMANCE AND GARNERED 5 NOMINATIONS FOR BEST ACTOR, BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR, BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS AND BEST EDITING. This film has also been NOMINATED FOR 4 AWARDS AT THE LONG ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL AND HAS BEEN PRESLECTED FOR FILM FESTIVALS ROME FILM AWARDS, PALERMO FF, MADRID ARTS FF AND NEW YORK STATE FILM FESTIVAL In addition to writing, directing and starring in the HIGH HOPES 1 & 2 DENNIS CABRINI has appeared in a long list of television series and movies. His movie appearances include A MOST VIOLENT YEAR, ITS KIND OF A FUNNY STORY, SIGNS OF THE CROSS, AMERICAN GANGSTER, CARLITOS WAY, GODFATHER 3, HOME, FINDING FORRESTER, BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY. His TV appearances include, GIRLS, THE GOOD WIFE, PERSONS OF INTEREST CENTRAL PARK WEST, USA UP ALL NITE. When hes not acting Dennis works as a psychotherapist, hypnotist, educator& lecturer.

KATHRYN BRYDING – JOANIE VALENTINO

SAG/AFTRA

Kathryn played Joanie Valentino in HIGH HOPES 1 & 2. She is well known in the film industry due to her roles in SPIDERMAN 3 and her recurring role in the hit TV Series GOSSIP GIRLS. Kathryn recently landed a role in the upcoming TV series, THE BEAT CAFÉ

HELEN PROIMOS-THE BOSS

Helen is a member of SAG, AFTRA and is an accomplished actress, singer and TV producer. She hosts and produces the long running cable TV program STAGE, SCREEN & IN BETWEEN. She has a long list of film , theater and musical appearances . She recently played singer EDDIE MONEYS mother in his autobiographical musical TWO TICKETS TO PARADISE. She has also appeared on stage in FUNNY GIRL, BYE, BYE BIRDIE and Woody Allen’s DON’T DRINK THE WATER. She had a lead role in TAUGHT TO HATE an Academy Award qualifying short film. Helen is also an accomplished horse back rider who was Anne Heche’s stunt double in the soap opera ANOTHER WORLD. Her other film work includes MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS, DOUBLE FANTASY, STUFF GRANDMA, DEAD END MASSACRE and AUSTINS ANGELS. Helen has a long list of credits too numerous to mention in addition to appearing in several TV commercials and music videos. On weekends Helen is a frequent night club performer singing songs ranging from the 1940’s to present day popular music. High Hopes writer Dennis Cabrini was so impressed with Helens work that he wrote the part of The Boss specifically with Helen in mind to play the part.

JUDY PRIANTI – CARMELA

Belongs to SAG-AFTRA, EQUITY and GIAA Unions. She has extensive acting Credits. Some highlights - played Connie Fazio (Benny's Mother) in The Sopranos; Played Old World Italian for a Pizza Hut Commercial filmed in Puerto Rico. Please check it out on Youtube "Judy Prianti Italian Pizza Hut Commercial"; Additional recent TV Credits - the role of Carmella in "High Hopes"; Lead role in the Sitcom "Isabella" (I am Isabella) presently in production now; Played Concetta opposite Sean Young in "Send No Flowers"; Head Nun Sister Jean in "Signs of the Cross" which won Best Film in the Pennsylvania Film Festival; Charles Durning's Secretary in "Dead Canaries". Jennie Grosso in "Growing Down in Brooklyn" opposite Vincent Pastore and Tina Louise. Presently playing Sister Maria in "Good Friday"; Extensive Equity credits - Lead Role in "Average Jo" at the Algonquin Theatre - I was Jo; Dual Roles Grandma Nunzio/Aunt Rose in "Tony and Tina's Wedding". I have been written up in several publications - Hollywood Reporter, Hampton's "Dan's Papers", NY Post, NY Times filmographies and featured in Soap Opera Digest. Please check out IMDB.com and my Website www.judyprianti.com Cell 631 942-0522.

CHERYL METRICK – SHERRY DiBIASE

Actress, Author, Artist, Poet, Singer/Songwriter

A New York actress for over 25 years in theatre, television and film, Cheryl Metrick held principal roles in independent films, commercials, infomercials, voice-overs and a Long Island Cablevision variety show. Cheryl is a professional singer and recording artist who sings genres from pop, jazz, and classic rock to old standards, and musical theatre. She has entertained at many of the New York Catskill Mountain Resort Hotels and performed in cabaret clubs, charitable events, and industrials throughout the NYC/tristate area. Her latest CD on the market is On the Wings of Inspiration: 13 Meditations. These are guided meditations written and recited by Cheryl, music composed and played by Frank Owens. Cheryl’s CD, There Are Angels, was recorded live with a string orchestra. It won several song writing contests. Cheryl wrote both the music and lyrics. Also on the market is her Cheryl Metrick: Fantasy & Romance (recording of her NYC cabaret show) arranged by Frank Owens. COMING SOON: New CD of Cheryl’s own songs to be announced. NEW BOOK: On the Wings of Inspiration: Exploring Our Inner Life through Interpretive Symbols written by Cheryl Metrick and Jeree Wade, MA is “a blend of words and pictures, symbolism and meaning that will lead you to unravel a wealth of discoveries that may transform your life.” It can be viewed at www.onthewingsofinspiration.com. Cheryl’s interests include spirituality, music, acting, art, poetry, writing, humanitarianism, ecology, prevention in cruelty to animals, old movies, Twilight Zone and just about anything by Frank Capra, Hitchcock or Spielberg. Her Facebook page, called Cheryl Metrick: THERE ARE ANGELS, is dedicated to her CD, There Are Angels and to angels in general. Another Facebook page is ON THE WINGS OF INSPIRATION – Exploring Our Inner –this discusses her book and similar subject matter. Her website is: www.cherylmetrick.com

ROSEMARY COOK - MIA TITANELLI

Dr. Rosemary Cook is a PHD in Psychology. An expert in Aryuvedic, Holistic and Herbal medicine. She has appeared on several Long Island TV programs teaching about herbal remedies. She recently became SAG eligible and in addition to appearing in HIGH HOPES 2 she has appeared on the Good Wife and Flipping Boston.

ERIC KEITH WILLIAMS – ERIC (deceased)

Eric was a radio and TV broadcaster who worked as a newscaster in Europe, Australia, and the United States. He was a TV broadcaster in Florida and in his native NYC worked for WBLS and WBAI. Eric’s distinctive voice and lifelong friendship with Dennis Cabrini lead Dennis to cast Eric even though he had no acting experience. Eric’s lack of experience is evident and comical in the film but his distinctive voice more than made up for his lack of experience. Unfortunately while working extensively covering the 9/11 TRAGEDY AT GROUND ZERO Eric developed breathing problems and COPD which lead to his death a year after his performance in HIGH HOPES 2. Eric will be sorely missed at all the HH 2 screenings. GOD BLESS YOU ERIC K. WILLIAMS

CREW ANDREW SCHWARZ – DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY- ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Andrew Schwarz is an award-winning writer, director, cinematographer, and composer. He grew up in northern New Jersey and graduated from Hofstra University with degrees in film production and music composition. He has garnered 14 awards and 16 nominations around the world from 2 short films he has made, SEPARATION (2014) and THE CABINET IN THE WOODS (2016, which recently won Best Short Film at the Hoboken Film Festival 2017). HIGH HOPES 2: A NEW BEGINNING (2016), which recently won Audience Choice for Best Feature Film at the New Filmmakers NY 2017 winter series, was the first feature film that Andrew has shot. He has worked as cinematographer for a number of student short films before collaborating with director Dennis Cabrini. Andrew also acted as co-director on HIGH HOPES. An extremely hard-working and passionate cinematographer, Andrew continues to work on his own projects and the projects of other skilled storytelling practitioners.

JOHN BEWELY – ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY DALE KILLIAN – SOUND-GRIP-HANDYMAN & PLAYED STONER MIKEY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER – DENNIS CABRINI PRODUCERS DOMINICK DECESARE JOE CROCETTI JUDY PRIANTI CHERYL METRICK HELEN PROIMOS ROSEMARY COOK CASTING – DENNIS CABRINI & MATT JADE CAST NOT PICTURED SELENA VALENTINO______MICHELE EVE NADLER LISA TITANELLI______ORIANA DAGOSTINO JOE______JOE CROCETTI PETER LENNON______DOMINICK DeCESARE RICHARD “DICK” DIBIASE______BOB DUBATO MALIK______STANFORD REID HANK THE HOBO______HENRY”HANK” LAMPERT MATT “STONER” SPADE______MATT JADE MIKEY”STONER” MANTLE______DALE KILIAN MANNY______MANNY ROSARIO MANNY’S GIRL______SANDRA FERNANDEZ DINER PATRON 1st Speaker______MIKE MELILLO DINER PATRON 2nd Speaker______MICHAEL ANGELO CASTING DIRECTOR-VOICE OF SAL-______JOHN GANCI ROB______ROB VANNACORE TONY “TNT” WHITE______TONY WHITE NEWSCASTER______AURELIA DAHLIA ACTOR AUDITIONING______SAL RINELLA BOXING SPECTATOR______PHIL FIACCO BOXING SPECTATOR______CINDY STARR LUNATI BOXING SPECTATOR______ROBIN LiSANTI BOXING SPECTATOR______JOE LiSANTI CASTING DIRECTORS ASSISTANT______JOANNE MARKS HIGH HOPES THEME SONG WRITTEN & SUNG BY______JOHN GANCI