AboutThe Urban Action Showcase and Expo (UASE) is the premier Action Film Festival and Convention dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the film, television, comics, and graphic novel industries. As we celebrate our 12th anniversary, our mission remains steadfast: to showcase content that reflects the rich cultural diversity of our world, and to provide a platform for creators and industry professionals to share their unique perspectives and stories.
At UASE, we prioritize Information, Education, Facilitation, and Exposure as our protocols. Through our Awards presentation, panels, and seminars, we strive to educate and inspire our audience with insights into the Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Sci-fi, Supernatural, and Superhero genres. We facilitate connections between creators, industry professionals, and fans, fostering growth and collaboration within these industries. Our ultimate goal is to promote greater understanding and representation of diverse perspectives within these genres, elevating voices and stories that might otherwise be overlooked. We believe that our dedication to diversity and inclusion is not only vital for creating compelling and engaging content but also for building a more equitable and inclusive world. Join us at UASE as we celebrate and showcase the best in action entertainment and culture. |
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Founder/Executive Producer
Demetrius Angelo is the Founder and Executive Producer of the Urban Action Showcase. After many years of experiencing resistance in the industry especially when it came to multicultural heroic content, Demetrius founded ASC Productions and co founded ASC Trooper Touch Entertainment in order to produce content with heroic multicultural principle characters. This soon led to the realization that both the genre as well as those who have been omitted needed an outlet to celebrate, educate, encourage and facilitate the multicultural achievements in the blockbuster genre of heroes. Demetrius is a Filmmaker and SAG AFTRA Stunt Professional. As a member of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) he can be seen on season one of Luke Cage as well as other hit shows like Blacklist and D.C's Gotham. Demetrius continues to strive for excellence both as an Actor and Producer. One of Demetrius's most prized accomplishments to date has been facilitating the production of Sony's 30th Anniversary Blu-ray of The Last Dragon one of his favorite films of his youth and what he credits as a milestone in his pursuit of the Action entertainment industry.
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Warrington Hudlin Advisor Warrington Hudlin is a media community organizer, celebrated filmmaker, film curator, and Internet producer. Warrington is best known as the producer of popular feature films, HOUSE PARTY, BOOMERANG, and BEBE KIDS. |
Ed Martin Advisor Ed Martin: He has produced and co- produced many Music Videos, Commercials and various Short Films, Documentaries and Independent Features. He has line produced several Feature Films and various networks such as MTV, Spike TV, HBO and Nickelodeon. |
Branding & MarketingWill Focus Director of Branding Will Focus: Director of Branding. Will Focus is both Graphic/Web Designer, Illustrator (Specializing in Satabu/Mwenaa), and Systems builder with a focus in Branding/Identity and Sustainability. Owner of OurBlackWeb, Will currently focuses on creating high impact virtual systems which create an intellectual and financial liberation for people of color. |
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