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LA UNDERCOVER | Crime Drama Feature Film Teaser (2023)

LA Undercover is a gritty crime drama highlighting a test of loyalty between family members. Corey Shaw is a rookie cop in the LAPD with his intentions set on bettering his community. As crime ramps up in LA, Corey must go undercover to take down a cold-blooded crime-lord, Kevin "Keys" Lyles. Starring Omar Cook, Clay Cureton, Adonis Armstrong, and Ajima Cole.

LA Undercover (2023) | Full Trailer | Starring Omar Cook, Clay Cureton, and Adonis Armstrong

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SYNOPSIS

Corey Shaw is a rookie cop in the LAPD with his intentions set on bettering his community. As crime ramps up in LA, Corey must go undercover to take down a cold-blooded crime-lord, Kevin "Keys" Lyles. With everything on the line, Corey battles between maintaining his relationship, doing his job, and staying true to his identity.

CREDITS

Directors: Omar Cook, Adonis Armstrong

Writer: Omar Cook, Adonis Armstrong

Producers: Omar Cook, Adonis Armstrong, Christian Del Rio

Assistant Director: Justin Makalii

Director of Photography: Christian Del Rio

Cast

Omar Cook - “Corey Shaw/Dray Jacobs”

Clay Cureton - “Keys”

Adonis Armstrong - “Ty”

Ajima Cole - “Sierra Morgan”

Dustin Harnish - “Ivan”

Brandon Paul Johnson - Captain Drew Wright

Shala White - Detective Rodgers

Marcus Palmer - Detective Jackson

Sydney Martin - Nicole

Gentel Sharrie - Kim Chapman

Akin Coley - Strap

critic reviews

“The performances in the film are top-notch, particularly from the lead actor Cook who perfectly captures the nuances of Shaw’s character. He brings a sense of vulnerability and humanity to the role that makes the audience root for him throughout the film. The villain, Kevin “Keys” Lyles, played by the fantastic Clay Cureton, is equally impressive. He is terrifying and menacing, and his performance adds depth to the film.”

— Matthew Sawyer, ASK ABOUT MY FILM

“The editing and sound are top-notch. I’m excited to see what Cook and Armstrong have coming next. It takes great discipline to tell your story and stop when it’s done (I’m referring to the sixty-minute runtime). There’s no fluff in this film.”

— Alan Ng, FILM THREAT

“Cook and Armstrong have delivered a wonderful independent movie and are quickly becoming a voice that deserves to be heard by a much larger audience.”

— Jolly Moel, SCREEN CRITIX

“The story is well-crafted and keeps the audience engaged throughout the entire film, with plot twists and turns that are both unexpected and satisfying. The film also delves into the complexities of being a cop and the moral dilemmas that come with the job. It explores the themes of identity, loyalty and the blurred line between good and evil. The screenplay is well-written and the pacing is just right, making for a film that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.”

— Matthew Sawyer, ASK ABOUT MY FILM

“Cook and Armstrong’s fleshing out of their characters including Keys, Corey, and his wife Sierra with sensitivity rather than focusing on the thug archetype that has become commonplace in recent similar movies has made their film more in the vein of Ryan Coogler’s output.”

— Jolly Moel, SCREEN CRITIX

“For me, it’s just exciting to see the progression of Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong as filmmakers. I have had the pleasure of reviewing several of their short films and what’s clear is they take their craft very seriously. There’s a vision in the kind of stories they write and how they want to tell them — even with the budget they’ve been given. They’ve also got a solid ensemble to pull from. The best part is that these guys are evolving, and LA Undercover is their first feature film.”

— Alan Ng, FILM THREAT

“Cook and his partner in crime Armstrong (co-writer and director) seem to be creating a great team with original and independent films and I feel it won’t be long until they are given a chance with a bigger budget and I for one, can’t wait to watch.”

— Matthew Sawyer, ASK ABOUT MY FILM

“Omar Cook plays undercover cop Corey Shaw, and his multi-layered performance exudes every-man charisma; the actor’s twitchy-yet-robust physicality while undercover makes for a consistently engaging point of contrast to his earnest looks towards his partner and the genuine fear he feels when he’s able to reflect on his sacrifices while at home.”

— Jolly Moel, SCREEN CRITIX

“LA Undercover is the kind of film we appreciate the most at Film Threat. There’s this belief that Hollywood still owns specific genres, and filmmakers like Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong prove that the tools are available to tell exciting stories with little to no money.”

— Alan Ng, FILM THREAT

“Although I’ve highlighted the acting of Cureton and Cook, it’s fair to say that the entire cast is really strong, with each one delivering their dialogue with an authenticity that feels truthful and urgent. There is a genuine naturalism to the performances that suggest the cast is not merely ‘acting’ but actually living these lives.”

— Joel Moel, SCREEN CRITIX

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Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong in Blood Money — Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong Star in *Blood Money*

SYNOPSIS

Chris and Rahim are bothers involved in a family criminal business. After a successful jewelry heist, the two brothers learn a chilling family secret that could potentially cause tension between them. Loyalty between family members will be tested.

CREDITS

Directors - Omar Cook, Adonis Armstrong

Writer - Omar Cook

Producers - Omar Cook, Adonis Armstrong

Adonis Armstrong in Blood Money — Adonis Armstrong in *Blood Money*

Cast

Omar Cook - “Chris”

Adonis Armstrong - “Rahim”

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COKE BOYS | Crime Drama Short Film (2022)

Coke Boys Film Starring Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong

Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong Star in *Coke Boys*

“COKE BOYS” is a must see crime drama short film that sheds light on what can happen when you choose the wrong path and surround yourself with the wrong people. This film pays homage to 90s movies such as Boyz N The Hood, Menace II Society, New Jack City, and Juice. Directed by and starring Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong.

Adonis Armstrong and Omar Cook in *Coke Boys*

SYNOPSIS

Cain is one the biggest drug dealers in Los Angeles, supplying the streets with coke and pills and taking out anyone standing in his way. The operation becomes shaky after one of his crew members turns police informant, creating tension from within. Cain is caught between a booming drug operation and disloyalty among his associates.

CREDITS

Directors - Omar Cook & Adonis Armstrong

Cinematography - Daniel Ray & Omar Cook

Writer - Omar Cook

Producers - Omar Cook & Adonis Armstrong

CAST

Omar Cook - “Cain”

Adonis Armstrong - “Trey”

Clay Cureton - “Detective Harvey”

Michael Middleton - “Felix”

Jermaine Edmondson - “KD”

Jon Budinoff - "Detective Frost"

Alexander Texidor - "Andres"

Shala White - "Catrice"

Josh Butler - "Nino"

Andrew Smith - "Q"

D'Asia Kaliyah - "Mya"

MUSIC

Lijah T & William Prize

Clay Cureton, Jon Budinoff, and Adonis Armstrong in *Coke Boys*

CRITIC REVIEWS

“As well as writing and directing, Cook also excels in the lead role playing the big shot dealer Cain; his performance is genuinely powerful and he has a presence on screen that suggests he is destined for bigger things.”

— Jolly Moel, SCREEN CRITIX

“I have nothing but immense admiration for filmmakers like Cook and Armstrong, who will stop at nothing to tell their stories and make their movies. Budget be damned! The filmmakers pull out all the stops to tell a gritty crime story while making good use of the limited resources at their disposal. Coke, guns, and tough-talking characters are on full display, yet Cook and Armstrong know that their story of loyalty, survival, and betrayal is of utmost importance.”

— Alan Ng, FILM THREAT

“This dark story explores what life is like as a drug-dealing criminal, focusing primarily on the dangers and tragedies of being part of the underworld. It carries the message that leading such a life will have devastating consequences.”

— Jason Knight, UK FILM REVIEW

“WITH ITS GRIMY, WASHED-OUT CINEMATOGRAPHY... PAYS TRIBUTE TO THE CITY OF ANGELS...”

— Alex Saveliev, TAKE 2 INDIE FILM REVIEW

“The death of John Singleton in 2019 was a big loss and left a huge hole in the film industry but there is so much promise shown in Coke Boys that if Cook manages to find more opportunities and grab them with both hands he could very well fill that gap and then go on to make his own piece of cinematic history.”

— Jolly Moel, SCREEN CRITIX

D’Asia Kaliyah and Josh Butler in *Coke Boys*

Awards

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: BEST ACTOR [OMAR COOK]

VIRGIN SPRING CINIFEST

BEST CRIME DRAMA

VIRGIN SPRING CINEFEST

CRITICS CHOICE AWARD: BEST NARRATIVE SHORT

VIRGIN SPRING CINEFEST

BEST ACTOR [OMAR COOK]

DRUK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

BEST CRIME SHORT

DRUK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

BEST ACTION SHORT FILM