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Filmmaking in Cleveland’s growing independent scene continues to flourish with the feature film “Twisted,” scheduled for principal photography by September 1999.  Directed and produced by MDI --Media Design Imaging, The Motion Picture Studio—open auditions for “Twisted,” was held on July 12, 1999 at MDI’s studio when it used to be on Euclid Avenue. Directed, produced, and written by MDI, “Twisted” is a story about Jin, (a Chinese word meaning strength), a young Asian boy who struggles with inner conflicts of tradition, values, social and political ties, and the temptations of a maturing young man in his teens.  In addition to battling the typical teen-age issues, Jin winds through the intricate connection between the underworld role he plays for his government, the search for his father’s love, and a newfound relationship with Fernando, an ambassador’s son. Throughout his journey Jin assembles a passionate yet fierce approach to relationships, survival, and acceptance, but not without some Twists.  The screenplay, by MDI Design Consultant Johnny Wu, is written in English, Chinese, and Spanish combined with selected image compositions and an original score by Greg Petusky, MDI Production Consultant. back to Twisted