SOUTH PARK MEXICAN: 8714 FILMS LIVE EXPERIENCE

YOUNG J: I was introduced to Miguel Sosa through a mutual friend. He came to me and said, “Young J I have a rare never before seen video footage of South Park Mexican and I want to release this video for all his “Truest” fans. Today I’m talking with Miguel; it’s my pleasure to have you here. First things first, how did you get started in film making?

8714 FILMS: It's funny I was eighteen years old, at McDonald's and video cameras we again, "Reinvented" to the general public. So, at that time "Silo Electronics" now, "Best Buy" had a new Sony Handy Cams and they weren't cheap. Every day after work I would visit Silo/Best Buy and drool thus, dreamt of owning a Sony Handy Cam video camera. I worked for eight months (worked time and a half) and then got a second full time job as a prep cook at the Holiday Inn Hotel. I saved up 5,000 and purchased my first Sony Handy Cam. But, I was working two jobs and didn't have time to practice shooting videos. I took my video camera to work and started interview co-workers and patrons. Then, one magical day a fellow said, 'Hey, I'm having a house party you should stop band record the party. Since that day I've NEVER stopped shooting films and videos.

YOUNG J: What first interested you about film making?

8714 FILMS: My father was an amateur photographer and my mother an avid Mexican Folk Lore storyteller is what inspired me to combine both hobbies to thus make pictures with integrity, and humility.

YOUNG J: How long have you been in the business? Also what are some of highlight of your career?

8714 FILMS: I'm accredited 20 year veteran filmmaker, graduate of Columbia College Chicago with a double major concentration in screenwriting and directing. I was blessed to be, "At the right place at the right time" to associate with "Heavy Hitters" producers, writers and directors. They took me under their wing by giving me an internship working directly in hands-on movie making on 33mm film. I worked with Michael Jackson, "You Are Not Alone" music video. I served as the Second Assistant Director on Andrew Davies Hollywood film "The fugitive." I served as an accredited Unit Production Manager on countless Rap videos for example: Bigger Smalls, Tupac, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Do or Die, Rap-A-Lot Records videos and working with my best friend South Park Mexican. I accredit my successful film career to Black Filmmakers who very, lovingly opened the door to me within the film industry. Ronn Pitts, Jeff Brown, Jody Williams, Kenny Young, Carl Seaton, tony Agnew and my friend, colleague and business partner, Massa Mohawk.

YOUNG J: Many people may not know you were a cinematographer SPM.

For those who don't know what cinematographer means it's basically means an exclusive cameraman. How did you and SPM first meet?

8714 FILMS: I arrived in Huston, Texas in the summer of 97. I met a young DJ by the name of Earl Davis (DJ Screw.) He had seen many of my Hollywood feature films and thought that I had shot. He was impressed how my artistic focus was that of showcasing, "Underground Artist." I started following DJ Screw to all his DJ spots; mainly his home (laughing) and eventually, Carlos Coy visited DJ Screw and we were introduced. Los invited me to Dope House Records and well...the rest is history. I became his person cinematographer; along with Massa Mohawk. Carlos Coy taught me integrity, tenacity and to always be humble.

YOUNG J: Had you ever heard of SPM prior to meeting him at Screw's?

8714 FILMS: No, I've never heard of SPM before I met him. I didn't even know of DJ Screw till by accident I met him through a mutual friend.

YOUNG J: What was it like to work for SPM?

8714 FILMS: Working with Carlos was magnificent. I learned so much about the pros and cons of being an indie artist. Mainly, of how to have a major record label meet you half way with "Realistic" offer’s that would be lucrative/beneficial of all units sold. Integrity and honor was the rule of thumb, "Good business is Square Business."

YOUNG J: Do you have any memories that you would like to share about your experience with the Texas legend known as SPM?

8714 FILMS: My fondest memory of working the legend SPM is observing Carlos multi-task all of his daily agendas with such grace and accuracy; that one day I asked him, "Hey Los, how do you handle all the work load and not be, overwhelmed?" He chuckled, looked up at the sky and made a sign of the cross/blessing himself and he replied, “Chicago...Time Is Money." From that day forward I understood, both the personal and business end of the music and film industry, mindset.

YOUNG J: Did you have the opportunity to meet any of the other members of the Dope House Family artist?

8714 FILMS: Working with the Latino King of Rap, South Park Mexican I build a long standing friendship with ALL of artist from Dope House Records i.e. Low G, Juan Gotti, Pimpstress, Baby Bash, Grimmy Grimm, Bigg Bert etc. To this day I'm still collaborating with them on upcoming shows. "Time Is Money" (laughing.)

YOUNG J: I’ve heard some rumors about a new SPM video Can you

specify if these rumors are accurate?

8714 FILMS: Indeed, that the fans are eagerly talking about an anticipated video debut of a, “Rare, never ever before seen” video of South Park Mexican and Dope House Records LIVE IN CONCERT. I can reassure the supportive fans that 8714 FILMS is sharing this video of SPM & Dope House Records from their, "Personal Archives." The fans have been very, supportive by maintaining SPM integrity, honor and legacy. Therefore, it's only right that the fans are shown love for their hard work and efforts of supporting the King of Latino Rap.

YOUNG J: It's really unfortunate that SPM is currently incarcerated. How did you find out about his incarceration?

8714 FILMS: I found out about SPM incarceration from Day Obey. Ever since the first initial allegations of wrong doing was alleged.

YOUNG J: What is your opinion about SPM's current situation?

8714 FILMS: Overall an innocent, Mexican man was falsely and corruptly incarcerated for 45 years for a crime THAT HE DID NOT COMMIT.

YOUNG J: It's been real talking with you. Thank you for your time. Before we get out of here, how would anyone who is interested in your services get in contact with you?

8714 FILMS: For serious inquires about potential film/video services. Send all artist information to my business email address: Films.8714@yahoo.com. It's been my honor to have been interviewed by the Free SPM Movement. "Stay humble and share the knowledge."