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Born in 1977, and raised in the age of video rentals, Jason Turner is an avid movie watcher,
but his true passion is for acting. "Acting is what I do best. Restraint. Not mugging for the
camera. I prefer to let the imagination go, and use sense memory and total belief in the
moment-to-moment reality. I forget the camera is there, and let things happen."
Watching led to a love of writing, producing, and directing. "You can learn more about
films just by studying them from a point of view that is not simply audience or spectator. I
look at films as entertainment first. If they are well made, I look at them again, as a
student." When other projects had slipped away, he took charge and began to write and
produce his own works. From past frustrations, DARKTRAIN FILMS was born in 2001.
"I'm taking past ideas that were less developed and breathing new life into them from an
older, more experienced, eye and actor to them. My brother, Trevor Turner, is a gifted
writer and we have some ideas that are still relevant today. Some long scripts and
brainstorming sessions that will make new projects come forward."

Let’s hear from Jason…

Hello. What is your name? How long have you been involved in the entertainment
business?
My name is Jason Turner. I have been involved in local entertainment, in various roles for
the past 10 years.
When did you know that you wanted to be in this business and what was your
motivation?
I have an eye for talent and am very good at
networking with creative people. It’s an energy that is very easy to harness.
Who has helped you along the way and inspired you the most?
My two children inspire me quite a bit and I teach them the difference between make believe
and reality. If they have a question about films I work on, I answer honestly and keep them
in the loop.
What are some of the highlights of your career so far?
I have been in some very fun projects over the years, but I feel the best is yet to come. I did
do a project called Matrix, by A Stranger's Craft. We
Have you received any special awards or achievements?
My team won a Motion Graphics award from the KC Arts Council last year for "MATRIX."
Do you have any special events, shows / gigs coming up?
I do have a project I am executive producing called the Iron City Chronicles. It's a film noir
futuristic mystery story. I am playing a private eye in this one.
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 or 10 years?
A successful actor and producer that travels but is based in Kansas City.
What would you like your legacy to be?
I want to have to stories that make people smile but also think.
Do you have other interests? What services does your company offer?
I do photography and voice acting. Narration and character voices for animation, film and
commercials.
Any special words of encouragement or advice for our readers?
My advice is to always give your best at all times. Every person that you touch with your
work, from the crew to the producer is important to projects.

Jason recently produced in association with 2sDay Productions, the music videos “Rough Day” and “Always” for Dreamin’
Out Loud Entertainment artist Katelyn McCarter.
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