Writer and director, “Dog City”
This week, Ira spoke with KC Christon, award-winning writer and director of “Dog City.” In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” KC talks about writing books for children; how he segued to filmmaking; why he began acting; finding funding for his picture; how no independent production company is doing a film on gambling; growing up around that element; winning nine awards; how the film got its title; why his film may be the first Las Vegas film on gambling from a black perspective; why he thought there should be an indie crime drama series set in Las Vegas starring local actors; how the film explores the complex relationships between power, greed, and morality in a city built on illusions; wearing many hats during the production; how his character runs a professional organization; why the film is a “show burn”; his success in Europe; and making the film “extremely relatable.”
A staunch literary advocate driven by a desire to increase children’s literacy, propelled KC to pen a series of Hang’n with Kasey children’s books, backed by workshops to help young minds develop a love for reading.
A curious conversation with his brother sparked an idea to shift focus from the page to the big screen. “Dog City,” an award-winning crime drama series complete with gambling and gangsters, set in the shadows of Las Vegas’ neon lights, is told from the black perspective. KC is the writer, director and acts alongside a cast of characters who take on a life of their own as the series unfolds.
“Dog City” wraps chapter 2, and chapter 3 is in the pipeline. In addition, there are plans to pursue a “Hang’n with Kasey” TV series to promote reading and the joys of learning that fueled his childhood imagination.
Born in Chicago’s south side, KC has called Las Vegas home for more than 20 years.
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