Earl Cole, former unanimous winner of CBS's Survivor Fiji and visionary founder and CEO of The SMART Tire Company, who works with NASA, and even appeared on ABC's Shark Tank, is expanding his horizons once again. Cole is excited to announce the premiere of his directorial debut, "Rare Kind" which will be showing at the Laemmle Theater in Santa Monica (LA) from Friday, September 27 to October 4, 2024.
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Earl Cole, former unanimous winner of CBS's Survivor Fiji and visionary founder and CEO of The SMART Tire Company, who works with NASA, and even appeared on ABC's Shark Tank, is expanding his horizons once again. Cole is excited to announce the premiere of his directorial debut, "Rare Kind" which will be showing at the Laemmle Theater in Santa Monica (LA) from Friday, September 27 to October 4, 2024.
Rare Kind marks a significant milestone in Cole's career, showcasing his multiple talents and passion for storytelling, mixed with art, entrepreneurship, and social consciousness. This film documentary, an entertaining blend of trauma and triumph, explores themes of resilience and the human spirit with colorful backdrops and endearing conversations.
The film was produced by Cole and edited by Emmy® award-winning editor, Michael Griffin. "I'm thrilled to share this project with the world," Cole said. "Filmmaking has been a dream of mine for a long time, and I'm incredibly proud of what we've created. It's a testament to the power of storytelling and the endless possibilities of imagination and impact for the greater good."
In addition to his film debut, Cole continues to make waves in the tech world as the founder and CEO of The SMART Tire Company. Along with his co-founder, Brian Yennie, the company has pioneered groundbreaking airless tire technology, collaborating with NASA and other aerospace companies, to develop next generation tires for everything from bicycles to lunar rovers.
The Laemmle Monica Film Center will host this (Oscar®-qualifying) theatrical run for Rare Kind from September 27 to October 4. This limited engagement offers an exclusive opportunity for local fans and film enthusiasts to experience Cole's new venture on the big screen before it starts appearing at film festivals around the world.
For more information on screening times and tickets, please visit the Santa Monica Theater's website or contact their box office.
Cole won Season 14 of Survivor back in 2007 and was the first unanimous winner and first black male winner in the show's iconic history. Survivor 47 (Fiji), CBS's 47th and most recent Survivor season, premiered last Wednesday, Sept 18 on CBS, and episode #2 will air this Wednesday, Sept 25 @ 8pm PT/ET.
About Earl Cole: Earl Cole is an acclaimed reality TV personality, film director, producer, composer, and technology entrepreneur. Best known for winning Survivor and founding The SMART Tire Company, Cole's work spans from the media industry to pioneering advancements in cycling, automotive, and space technologies. His directorial debut, Rare Kind, represents his latest creative endeavor, highlighting his versatility and dedication to innovation and excellence.
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