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 “No form of art goes beyond ordinary consciousness as film does,

straight to our emotions, deep into the twilight of the soul.”

– Ingmar Bergman 1918-2007

 

At EPK Louisiana we could not agree more with Mr. Bergman, one of cinema’s most iconic film directors. In our opinion, film is THE most all- encompassing form of art. The visual arts, literary arts, performing arts and the musical arts all merge to create the cinematic experience and transport us to magical worlds of imagination.   

 

"David Akin is, literally, the “hardest working man in show biz.” He relentlessly stalks his (unaware) prey with the mind of the journalist, the eye of the cinematographer and the heart of the poet. I’ve seen Dave adapt to incredibly difficult circumstances (my Dad) and still get beautiful footage. His experience in the trenches is invaluable. He’s a hoot to be around but serious enough to get you more than you’ll need for your DVD. Sometimes your jaw drops when you see what he’s shot on your set, usually without even knowing he was there. On top of that, he seems to know everyone in Louisiana and know about every possible cool location. For me, he turned out to be quite an invaluable member of my team. I even cast his Mother in a key role."

-John Gulager
Director-FEAST I/II/III

EPK Louisiana is a broadcast media production company and support resource for the film industry. For the layperson, Wikipedia defines EPK as: Electronic Press Kit or a press kit equivalent in electronic or digital media form. All you in-the-know film industry folks know EPK’s are indeed that and so much more. So, we at EPK Louisiana have partnered with CRM La., to serve as behind the scenes and documentary shooters on motion picture, television and music video sets. We create, produce and post produce documentaries, DVD Special Features and Added Value Content for DVD and Blu-Ray film industry releases. Also, we produce digital media kits, music videos and promotional campaigns for performing artists, actors, musicians, athletes, corporate and specialty business entities. 

 

"David Akin at EPK Louisiana is a tireless producer who brings out the best in cast and crew as he puts together an amazing end product for the studio.

- Mike Leahy
Producer, Project Green Light / Feast I II III

 

David Akin , EPK Louisiana founder/producer/shooter came up in the business as an assistant cameraman, camera operator and D.P. All our producers, shooters and audio techs are film industry professionals well versed in set protocol. We work with the Assistant Directors and Publicists and strive to be invisible and unobtrusive. We know to stay out of actors sight lines during takes and rehearsals. We know we are guests and visitors on the DIRECTOR’s set, and his or her word is the rule. Whether A-Roll, B-Roll, interviews, stunts, dialogue scenes, MOS, studio or indie productions, location or soundstage-we know how to capture the moments. As film enthusiasts and cinema lovers ourselves, we bring enthusiasm, professionalism and creativity to every set we visit and every project we produce.                                 

 

David Akin is a masterful film maker. His EPK creations for my son John Gulager's films "Feast 2 -Scared to Death Twice" and "Meet The Gulager's" are remarkably compelling and evocative. He captures the essence of the movies, the film makers, and the actors, in the most scintillating style.

-Clu Gulager 


EPK Louisiana is based in Shreveport , La, the newly dubbed “Hollywood South”. Check these links for more info on that lofty title,  All out of state producers, studios and independents who procure our services will, of course, benefit from the state of Louisiana ’s generous and progressive tax credits.         

 

Check out our resume, our work speaks for itself. EPK Louisiana can assist you in promoting and documenting your motion picture project, your business, your music, your career or your livelihood. We aim to please, we know how and when to listen and we focus on your distinct needs.

 

C’mon down to Louisiana , enjoy the Southern hospitality, …. and pre-pro, shoot, post and promote your project in Louisiana . EPK Louisiana will make you happy you did.

 

"David Akin is Louisiana. His southern honey fried comfort and his love of film and film makers combines to make him the perfect person to have on EPK in Louisiana. He knows when to be available and when to stay out of the way. He captured the majority of footage for his behind the scenes EPK documentaries without me even being aware he was there. The final product is shot beautifully, rich in detail and edited with pizazz. I cherish his behind the scenes documentaries as much as I do the films I was a part of."

 

"Biker Queen"
Diane Ayala Goldner