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Welcome to 741 films

741 Films was founded in 2024 after years of industry research and extensive engagement with filmmakers, to create a platform that empowers new voices and allows captivating stories to come to life.
Our mission is to create films that give back — not only through powerful, unforgettable cinema, but by generating real financial and social impact for our communities, our industry, and the next generation of storytellers. (#TicketsForKids)

Michael Whitfield — CEO

Writer |Producer| Executive Producer

A serial entrepreneur with a track record of founding and scaling companies across multiple industries, Michael Whitfield specializes in go-to-market strategy and strategic partnerships. As founder of ParkerSmith LLC, a private equity firm focused on early-stage growth, he has invested in ventures spanning manufacturing, software, sports & leisure, and film production.
A graduate of The Citadel, Military College of South Carolina, with a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Michael brings decades of leadership and business insight to his role as CEO and co-founder of 741 Films.

Sonny Marler — President

Writer | Director | Producer
Sonny Marler is a filmmaker with a background in Theatre and Philosophy from Coastal Carolina University. He began his career on Theatre Row in West Hollywood before founding MyReel Productions, a studio dedicated to empowering actors through original content. He went on to film over 35 pilots for Discovery, National Geographic, and History Channel, and his feature debut Tinker’ (2015) earned 19 awards and 25 nominations on the festival circuit. From 2019 to 2021, he produced a Lionsgate documentary series on the historic Baker Hotel in Texas. Today, Sonny leads 741 Films and Horror Fund 101, championing fearless, independent genre storytelling.

Keith Rosmarin — CFO

Executive Producer

With over two decades in investment management, Keith Rosmarin has led across corporate finance, quantitative trading, and macroeconomic strategy. He previously served as Director of U.S. Fundamental Trading at Surveyor Capital, a division of Citadel LLC, and held senior roles at Citigroup and Level Global Investors.
A graduate of Lafayette College with dual degrees in Economics and Government, Keith is an FMVA designee and CFA Level III Candidate. He now applies his financial expertise as CFO and co-founder of 741 Films.