This week, Strike Star Entertainment hosted its third annual Screenwriters & Film‑Production Workshop at Edna Manley College in Kingston, Jamaica. The two‑day event, running June 3–4, 2025, attracted a vibrant mix of emerging writers, aspiring directors and film‑production students eager to hone their craft.
A gathering of inspiration, unity and artistry
As participant Peter Rinaldo enthusiastically remarked:
“Unbelievable amounts of creativity, consciousness and artistic talents expressed and gathered in unity and love… Thanks and blessings to Ricky Lee and his wonderful StrikeStar crew for making this possible!”
This sentiment captured the workshop’s spirit, as attendees embraced collaboration, cultural awareness and inspired storytelling.
Star‑studded mentors & industry leaders
Industry luminaries led key sessions:
- Benny Boom, acclaimed director‑producer
- Orlando Jones, actor, writer and producer
- Chris Brancato, veteran writer & producer
- Bryce Wilson, creative director & producer
- Cess Silvera, film director & screenwriter
- Marvin Peart, producer & executive
- Sapna Lal, entertainment industry entrepreneur
These experts guided participants through plot development, character arcs, dialogue, pitching and production dynamics, blending hands‑on instruction with real‑world insights.
A legacy in support of local talent
Started in 2023 by Strike Star co‑founders Ricky Lee and Steven Golding in memory of the late Paul Eckstein, the workshop remains rooted in its charitable mission—offering education, mentorship and essential resources to underserved local storytellers
This year, Lifespan Co. Ltd. returned as a cornerstone sponsor, ensuring hydration throughout the workshop and sponsoring 10 emerging writers to participate free of charge our.today. Their ongoing support underscores the event’s impact on nurturing Jamaica’s next generation of cinematic voices.
What lies ahead
With sessions unfolding across two immersive days, attendees immersed themselves in narrative structure, visual storytelling, production strategies and pitching techniques—equipping them with the tools to enter the global film market.
Strike Star has also partnered with Korea’s Story TV, exploring a potential biopic on founder Ricky Lee—marking a significant step in expanding Jamaica‑based stories to international platforms.
Final thoughts
The third Strike‑Star workshop has firmly established itself as a vibrant hub for creative development, community building and cultural expression. With heartfelt gratitude to Ricky Lee, Strike‑Star’s dedicated crew, generous sponsors and visionary mentors, the event showcased Jamaica’s rising constellation of storytellers—driven by unity, passion and artistic purpose.
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