🎬 "Flagged" – Breaking Barriers in Film
The 4Ps of You Podcast | Host: Trunnis Goggins II | Special Guests: Sam Humphrey, Jake Getman, David J Kono & Alexander McDaniel
In this powerful episode of The 4Ps of You, host Trunnis Goggins II sits down with the talented cast and director of the groundbreaking short film "Flagged", created for the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge. Guests Sam Humphrey, Jake Getman, David J Kono, and Alexander McDaniel share their experiences bringing authentic disability representation to the screen in a story filled with mystery, emotion, and heart.
From Sam’s enigmatic character to Jake’s evolution from childhood actor to storyteller, David’s legacy in Hollywood and advocacy for inclusion, and Alexander’s behind-the-scenes pivot into the director’s chair—this conversation dives deep into the making of "Flagged", its message, and the movement toward diversity and real representation in film.
🎥 Hear how they overcame challenges, created meaningful characters, and used the power of film to spark change in how we view disability on screen.
Whether you’re a fan of storytelling, passionate about inclusion, or just love hearing from inspiring creators—this episode is for you.
👉 Watch "Flagged" on YouTube now and be part of the conversation.
- 2025 Disability Film Challenge – Suspense/Thriller | Runtime: 05:53
- Genre: Suspense/Thriller | Rating: G – General Audiences
- WATCH THE FILM: https://youtu.be/IHQmenOGuxg
Connect with the Actors:
Sam Humphrey - FB @samhumphrey247 IG @thesamhumphrey
Jake Getman - http://www.imdb.me/jakegetman IG Jake Getman
David J Kono - https://crimsonpyrates.org/ or Email: FlyingDragonProd@gmail.com
Alexander McDaniel - https://www.instagram.com/alexandermcdanielofficial/
About the Project:
FLAGGED was crafted with military veterans and the often-overlooked disabled veteran population in mind, even before the 2025 Disability Film Challenge genre was announced. Producer/writer Arlene Getman and her son Jake Getman, co-producer, reunited with disabled veterans BJ Lange and Gwyn LaRee from last year’s First Base, while adding real-life U.S. veterans Tony Ketcham and David J. Kono to the cast. With this year’s Suspense/Thriller theme, they showcased these veterans in roles reflecting their experiences, portraying characters in a dystopian near future. The film also authentically depicts both visible and non-visible disabilities, including hearing loss, PTSD, and neurodivergence.
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