210: Protectors of Action

Lauro David Chartrand-Del Valle has a remarkable film and television career spanning over 35 years. Having journeyed from an internationally recognized Stuntman, Coordinator, and Fight Coordinator on epic films like The Last Samurai and War for the Planet of the Apes, to directing, writing, and producing, Lauro is deeply involved in all facets of filmmaking. His work has been recognized with multiple Leo Awards, a UBCP/ACTRA Award, and a SAG Award for Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble for FX's acclaimed series Shogun, on which he was Second Unit Director and Stunt Coordinator. Most recently, Lauro directed, wrote, and produced the feature film Protectors of the Land (available on Tubi) starring Oscar-nominee Graham Greene, Tim Rozon, Nathaniel Arcand, and Tanaya Beatty.Sharlene Royer is an award-winning Canadian actress, stunt performer, and creative professional. As an actress, she has earned such prestigious accolades as a Leo Award, a SAG Award, and a UBCP Award. Beyond acting, Sharlène works as a stunt performer, assistant stunt coordinator, and stunt coordinator. Notably, she served as a stunt double for Halle Berry for an impressive 20-year span, from 2003 to 2023, cementing her reputation as a skilled and reliable professional. Sharlene was Assistant Stunt Coordinator on FX’s acclaimed series Shogun.MENTIONS:Lauro’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0153610/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1Sharlene’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0747385/?ref_=ttfc_fcr_cr Mariko vs Ishido Army: https://youtu.be/WsONPIdluYU?si=yw4qEw_kgvYkS3KZAssassination Attempt in Toranaga’s Castle: https://youtu.be/hqBzpnOgA_s?si=PRf-uAjJKRd9Ran8 Shogun Cannon Sequence: https://youtu.be/pL5TWUpPSG4?si=pwKvAwNjLf2Ac8Tn Shogun Battle Sequence Breakdown: https://youtu.be/51F_BwmSetQ?si=AVHLNPqRx4-GeIBr Protectors of the Land Trailer: https://youtu.be/BWIUvxWZ7ns?si=GnyJINVlraephMRk Indigenous Action Artist Mentorship Program (IAAMP): https://www.facebook.com/iaamp101 Vancouver Sun story on the IAAMP: https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/movies/training-program-fighting-to-get-more-indigenous-representation-in-the-tv-film-world  TAMMFF Film Freeway: https://filmfreeway.com/TAMMFF FILM FIGHTS WITH FRIENDSDo you listen to our show as an audio podcast? Give video a try. Subscribe to our Youtube for the video version with awesome behind the scenes pics and video! https://www.youtube.com/@FilmFightsFriendsPod?sub_confirmation=1Dig the show? Consider supporting our Patreon. There are somecool perks! http://patreon.com/FilmFightsFriendsPodcast Join our e-mail list! Hit us up here: [email protected]: http://instagram.com/FilmFightsFriendsPodFacebook: http://facebook.com/FilmFightsFriendsPod Steve’s Instagram: Instagram.com/sambosteve Steve’s IMDB: http://imdb.me/stephenkoepferPaul’s on Instagram: http://Instagram.com/KravMagaChefPaul’s IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8062990/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1Breakfall Studios’ Instagram: http://Instagram.com/breakfallstuntsOUR SPONSORSPRODUCERSExecutive Producers:Stephen Koepfer Paul VaracchiProduced by:Press Record Studios- Matthew Kaplowitz - Richard Butler- Andrea Levinehttp://www.pressrecordstudios.com Video EditorMatthew Kaplowitz Original music by:Ahrue LusterBrought to you by Breakfall Studios®Film Fights With Friends LLC