Car people and Film people alike are raving about DEUCE OF SPADES.

A recent Test Screening, conducted in Daytona Beach on October 2009, surveyed 700 spectators ranging in age and background.

The film was rated by the audience 8.5 stars out of 10!

Since then, additional select industry professionals have screened the film and voiced their expert opinions on what promises to become a cult independent film.

Read what they had to say here.
 

 
"If the filmmaker does not get nominated for an Academy Award for this amazing accomplishment, there is not justice!"

                                                                      - Jim Nelson, Academy Member.

  

 

  "I've seen many indie films that aim for the sky and fall short, especially when it comes to capturing the essence of the story and the characters struggle; The quintessential heart and soul.

Deuce of Spades, on the other hand, doesn't just come packed with quality visuals and slick hot-rods, but also incorporates the HEART & SOUL throughout its run-time and connects with the audience at an emotional level - leaving you vulnerable in the end.

I've seldom felt the barrage of emotions that I experienced at the film's screening, and as a film-maker myself, this project has become part of a elite group of Independent Films that continues to inspire me in my personal journey into the directing world. Hats off to Faith Granger, her star Timothy Luke and the entire cast and volunteers who were involved in the making of this very ambitious flick."

                                                                                - Adithya Ashok, Filmmaker

 

"I thoroughly enjoyed watching the film from beginning to end. I teared up at least three times. It has just the right amount of drama, humor, tragedy, excitement, despair, and redemption. What the filmmaker has accomplished is nothing short of amazing!  I've seen many films, studio blockbusters and independents, and I must say that this exceeds the expectations of an independent film, although it has elements of an independent, it is exceptionally unique in it's story, presentation and cinematography.

After seeing it, I'm actually having dreams of scenes from the movie now!"

                                                                      - Robert Eldon, Filmmaker.

  

 

  "There is a level of genius in this production! The lighting, composition, ingenuity and creativity are as good as I have seen in 25 years of producing films and television. Especially the period scenes. The film captured the 50's and hot rod scene. (...) The director had some brilliant ideas that succeeded on film. Bravo. The story is well thought out, the direction is strong, and the casting was very successful. I believe Faith Granger will have success with this film and the films to follow. Her directing career is off to a great start."

                                                                       - Oak O'Connor

                                                                         Sr. Director, Production and Programming
                                                                         GoTV Networks & Studio

 

“As a highly original independent film DEUCE OF SPADES stands out proudly from the pack, but as a very first feature from a brand new, self-taught director who’s learned literally EVERYTHING she knows on the job, it is simply unparalleled. This film and the story behind its creation are extraordinary, and nothing this filmmaker accomplishes in the future will surprise me; she’s that good.”

                                                   - Brendan Davis, producer (DEADGIRL, ROUGH HUSTLE)

  

 

  "It's as if one of my paintings came to life -- marvelous."

                                                  - Tom Fritz, painter

 

"Outstanding film!! I lived much of that era and you nailed it !!! After it ended I just had to sit a while.  It was **that** good."
 
                                                                         - Frank Melbourne, FL
  


 

  "I loved it!!! What a sexy film and I loved the cars, all of them!
The film choked me up a bit: That never happens to me. The ending was very powerful and profound. It still moves me thinking about it!"

                                                  - David Gallentine

 

"I've been digesting the info from this movie since the viewing. Call me crazy, but I've been so affected that right now I feel like I want to build something excruciatingly fast and powerful, then push it past its limits just so I can suffer the agony and displacement that the characters have shown lead to such a fulfilling reward. The message that I got was the power of love. It was nailed down so hard with this production it made me wanna burst into flames just to recover that one most prized gift. This movie is going to find its place in history; It's a winner."
            
                                                                         - Ian Roussell, custom car builder.
  

 

  "Faith Granger's Deuce of Spades is an incredible accomplishment of dedication, grit and talent. The cars, the clothes, the dancing and the environment she has created are so authentic that you are transported to another time. But Deuce of Spades is not just for hot rodders! It is a celebration of the cars and hotrodders of that era yes, but it is much more than that.  It is a love story that grabs your heart while the beautifully filmed scenes mesmerize your eyes. Newcomer Timothy Luke, is an exciting star...ala James Dean.  Very impressive first film. A must see!"

                                                                  - C. Campbell

 

"I must say I was lucky enough to be at the premiere of DEUCE OF SPADES. I was engrossed right from the beginning of the movie and up till the very end. It touched my heart and brought back my youth once again. The sound designs were mysterious and enchanting. The storyline was so real, I could relate my own life to it. The dialogues and actors were right on as if it were the fifties all over again. I have many adjectives to describe DEUCE OF SPADES but for now I'll just say it was AWESOME!....I can't wait to see it again."
 
                                                                                       - Sam Stray
  


 

  "Loved the film ... Loved all of it... The  characters... I feel that is where the movie gets it life... The attention to period detail is on the money.. When all is said and done you really do have a winner and reading what you went through to get it done is amazing.. Great film!! Enjoy your victory. You earned it..."

                                                                - Bobby Champagne


 

" An extremely well done and great movie "
 
                                                - David P. Donaldson, MFA
 		  


 

 
"The use of lighting is sheer emotion, the story comes through loud and clear... I have never been so moved by anyone's work like that.  

                                                       - Mike S.
 

 

" I was impressed by everything: Performances, how the story came together, photography, etc. You are close to the finish line and should be proud."

                                        - Terry Starling

  

 

 
"DEUCE OF SPADES really really rocked the audience in a huge way. Never have I witnessed such a large crowd riveted to their seats. Hardly anybody even moved in their chairs an inch!  The film was a huge success. It comes straight from the heart and the integrity of the filmmaker is very obvious.

An amazing heartfelt major contribution to all of us who lived the era..."

                                                                                - Johnny Clay

 

" Excellent film, well done.  (...)  One thousand percent better than we would have ever expected from a private movie producer. It was a privilege to be there at the screening."

                                                                        - Gary Gross
 		  

 

 
"Haven't been able to get this movie out of my head since I saw it last night"

                                                                                - Henry D. Jones

 

"Caught the film in Daytona last night... I think Faith Granger has a winner on her hands! The audience reaction was very positive, and everyone seemed to enjoy it."
 
                                                                            - Bud Pyle
 

 

 

 
"A very good movie!"
 
                   - Linda DeMarco

 

" Saw the screening premiere of Deuce of Spades in Daytona. Loved the whole concept.  Story line was really great. Music fit very well. Will definitely see it again. I was expecting a different ending so I was surprised in the end.  I have told all my hotrod and non hotrod friends about this film!"

                                                                 - Pat Gross		  

 

 
"Fantastic job! The camera work was sweet.  The wide shots on the flats during magic hour were stunning.  I love that stuff."

                                           - R.T, Independent Filmmaker

 

"Awesome art piece! Incredible sense of style and emotion..."

                                                           - Jan Müller

  

 

 
"Fantastic! The movie was well beyond my expectations!!"

                                    - Rex Ajarillo