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Uploaded Trailer copy for review purposes, only.
The Wiked Boys are a random assortment of misfits who throw lavish parties at the exclusive downtown Los Angeles apartment building called the "Medici." This is their home base playground, where they flout rules and security. They trash a new Corvette, roll a truck, and evade police custody.
Eric Jensen, aka "Elf-E," is a computer genius who amps up the fun at parties with his "homegrown" brownies and uses his skills to bring in capital for their weekly parties. Meanwhile, Luke Claxton, aka "The Ringmaster," is the lord of chaos, openly performing wild, crazy, and destructive feats for the crew, the public, and the camera. Jasen Harmen, aka "Squeaker," is the truck man who invented the underground sport of "Urban Off Roading." Despite their antics, the Wiked Boys have also gotten themselves into trouble. They were caught on video jumping a race truck on city streets, nearly running down two pedestrians. |
We marketed the "Wiked Boys DVD" towards college-aged individuals through various channels such as home parties, college events, fraternity houses, swap meets, and late-night television. The main appeal of the DVD was that it showcased a raw and uncensored version of action like MTV's Jackass, with no script and uncontrolled chaos. Our target audience was well aware of how MTV had toned down the craziness for the Jackass TV show and wanted more.
Unfortunately, sales figures were underreported as boxes of DVDs were repeatedly thrown off the rooftop at the MEDICI, where the Wiked Boys held their parties. Despite this setback, the cost of production was incredibly low, consisting mostly of beer and booze, and came in under $3,000. We were still able to record over $75,000 in profits, despite the thousands of dollars in fines and damages that the Wiked Boys accumulated over two summers in Los Angeles. The Wiked Boys, a group of young men known for their wild and chaotic antics in Los Angeles. These guys seem to live for chaos, and they're constantly engaging in rough play, truck racing, and dirt bike jumping. They've even been compared to MTV's "Jackass" crew, with a reputation for being the new crazy crew of urban stuntmen. The Wiked Boys love to show off their excesses, whether it's their fast cars, fast trucks, or fast women. Two of the most prominent members, Eric Jensen and Luke Claxton, are often seen with a Coors Light or bottle of Captain Morgan in hand. They embody the crew's daredevil spirit and are known for orchestrating mayhem wherever they go. 
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The Street DVD They Never Saw Me Coming project, I was able to make a significant impact in the lives of at-risk youth by rebranding a failing DVD about a reformed Piru Bloods gang member named Kevin Riley, also known as Rolexx. After facing multiple near-death experiences, Rolexx found God and dedicated his life to visiting youth in the most crime-ridden areas of Greater Los Angeles, specifically Inglewood and Compton.
Rolexx used his unique style of “Ghetto Gospel,” which combined Christian-based rap music with contemporary beats to connect with the discerning ears of African American youth. Through my efforts, the DVD was rebranded and successfully sold in churches and street fairs across Southern California. The DVD was a simple, home-style production that documented the steps Rolexx took to communicate with and even turn around some of the most lost individuals struggling with gang life and school. To further expand the reach of the DVD, my team and I launched a physical mailing campaign, sending screening copies and order forms to inner-city churches. This campaign proved to be extremely effective, resulting in the sale of 20,000 copies at $10 each, generating over $150,000 in profits. I am proud to have been a part of this project, which not only generated profits but also had a positive impact on the lives of countless at-risk youth. |