"16 South", a feature film written by Hope Kelley, is now in pre-production in the San Antonio/Austin area. Filming to commence April 2011.
"16 South" has thus far cast the legendary country music artist with 22 number one hits and 6-time Grammy winner, Randy Travis, in the role of George Baker. Top country music artist with many number one hits on the billboard charts, Rodney Atkins, has been cast to play himself in the film. Luke Benward, the star of "How To Eat Fried Worms", "Because of Winn Dixie" and "Dear John", has been cast in the role of 18 year old Daniel Champion. Hope Kelley, Daniel DeWitt, Aarron Benward, Scott Reeves, Donald Teague and Tom Dvorak have also been cast in various roles. Check back for more updates on other major talent casting.
An exciting soundtrack is also attached to the film. Some of the soundtrack artists already committed to the soundtrack include; Randy Travis, Rodney Atkins, Michael McDonald, Scott Reeves, Aaron Benward, Thomas Dvorak, Daniel DeWitt, with others in negotiations to follow. Principal photography begins April 18, 2011.
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