Rebel Entertainment Films

Michael Torchia is the Founder & President of Rebel Entertainment Films which focuses on every phase of the film making process, including conceptual development, production, and distribution. Mr. Torchia offers a fresh and effective approach to film making. He is is a member of the Producers Guild of America (PGA) and has worked closely with some of the most influential

filmmakers in the world. Mr. Torchia has also worked in television as both a writer and producer. Having explored story telling from all perspectives and in multiple mediums, Michael brings a rich background and informed take.

Company Profile

Rebel Entertainment Films is a California-based company that raises funds for the development and distribution of films. Our mandate is to provide a transparent and conducive atmosphere that will foster productive alliances. Our goal is to provide the highest caliber production services while protecting the interests of banks, financiers, and other partners.

Executive Team

Michael Torchia, CEO/President

Michael Torchia founded Rebel Entertainment Films, is a member of the Producers Guild of America (PGA), and has worked closely with some of the most powerful filmmakers in the industry. Michael has worked in television as both a writer and producer, and has helped procure funding for such films as: THE CUT, THE CLEANER, and MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS. Having explored storytelling from all perspectives and in multiple mediums, Michael brings a rich background and informed vision to his work.

Prior to entering the entertainment industry Michael was multi-threat in the fitness industry as a competitor, celebrity trainer and community leader. As a highly recognized and disciplined athlete, he brings that focus to his role as REBEL ENTERTAINMENT FILM’S Business Development / Commercial Officer. His background in the world of bodybuilding brought him awards as Teenage Mr. America, Mr. Collegiate USA, and Mr. California. Following his career as an athlete, Michael became fitness advisor to celebrities, with a roster that included: Sly Stallone, Matt Damon, Al Pacino, Jonas Brothers, Sean Combs, Ariana Grande, Snoop Dogg, Kim Cattrall, and Ralph Lauren and many others.Today Michael works with some of the most influential health organizations in the world including the U.S. Surgeon General, The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition in order to promote proper nutrition and daily exercise across the nation. His reputation has allowed him to create Beverly Hills Concierge Service, where he leverages relationships with elite clientele.

Michael@RebelEntFilms.com

Alison Savitch, Senior VP of Production and New Media

Alison Savitch is a producer in all aspects of multi-media entertainment; live action movies and television, theme park attractions for the worldls leading parks, and all aspects of special venue production. She specializes in producing and supervision of digital visual effects for blockbuster movies to animation and themed entertainment worldwide. Ms. Savitch is Chair of The Producers Guild of America, New Media Council; Co-chair of the Visual Effect Committee for the entire PGA, she is a member of The National Board of Directors for the Producers Guild; The Advisory Board of Gnomon School of Visual Effects and is a founding Board Member of the Visual Effects Society and The International 3D Society. Her groundbreaking work on both The Abyss and Terminator 2: Judgment Day contributed greatly to these films winning 2 Academy Awards for best special visual effects. Her Producing and Supervising credits include: The Green Lantern 3D, The New Conan 3D, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 3D, Piranhna 3D. Alison also produced the Mortal Kombat franchise in over 22 different media productions.

Alison@RebelEntFilms.com

Jerry Rees, Senior VP Creative

Jerry Rees is a prolific Director, Producer and Writer of live-action, animation, multi-media and special format films including 16 Disney theme park attractions. While still in high school, Jerry began as a character animator at Disney Studios mentoring under the wing of one of Walt Disney’s legendary “Nine Old Men” and was awarded a Disney Scholarship. Jerry began his career as a Disney feature animator, working up to visual effects supervisor on TRON. He has even played director to the likes of George Lucas and Michael Eisner. He has won multiple THEA awards for Disney’s Imagineering team.

Jerry@RebelEntFilms.com