Winters Rock Entertainment

19/11/2025

We are incredibly honored to share that Gangsta Gardener has won the Cultural Maverick Award at the 2025 !

With the caliber of films screened this year, this recognition means a lot to us.

Our short film block, Healed by Nature, featured an inspiring lineup of powerful films that we urge you to watch, including:
• Swimming with Butterflies — https://www.instagram.com/swimmingwithbutterflies
• Call to Serve — https://www.instagram.com/calltoservefilm
• Mother River — https://www.instagram.com/motherriverfilm
• Powered by Community: Food is Medicine — https://www.instagram.com/foodismedicinefilm
• The Book of George — https://www.instagram.com/thebookofgeorgefilm
• The Life We Have — https://www.instagram.com/thelifewehavefilm

Congratulations to all the filmmakers who are out there working tirelessly to tell stories that truly matter. It was an honor to share the screen with you.

A huge thank-you to the entire team at the Coast Film & Music Festival for putting on such an incredible event, the film fans that came out to support the films and filmmakers, the Hotel Joaquin for the beautiful hospitality throughout the week, and to our amazing crew that made this film come to life.

And of course, thank you to Ron Finley — a true cultural maverick — for trusting us to help share his philosophy with the world.

19/11/2025

We are incredibly honored to share that Gangsta Gardener has won the Cultural Maverick Award at the 2025 Coast Film Festival!

With the caliber of films screened this year, this recognition means a lot to us.

Our short film block, Healed by Nature, featured an inspiring lineup of powerful films that we urge you to watch, including:
• Swimming with Butterflies — https://www.instagram.com/swimmingwithbutterflies
• Call to Serve — https://www.instagram.com/calltoservefilm
• Mother River — https://www.instagram.com/motherriverfilm
• Powered by Community: Food is Medicine — https://www.instagram.com/foodismedicinefilm
• The Book of George — https://www.instagram.com/thebookofgeorgefilm
• The Life We Have — https://www.instagram.com/thelifewehavefilm

Congratulations to all the filmmakers who are out there working tirelessly to tell stories that truly matter. It was an honor to share the screen with you.

A huge thank-you to the entire team at the Coast Film & Music Festival for putting on such an incredible event, the film fans that came out to support the films and filmmakers, and to the Hotel Joaquin for the beautiful hospitality throughout the week.

And of course, thank you to Ron Finley — a true cultural maverick — for trusting us to help share his philosophy with the world.

06/11/2025

We would love for you to join us today at the in Laguna Beach! First screening is at 4pm.

31/10/2025

Our award-winning film Gangsta Gardener featuring Ron Finley is hitting the big screen at the — one of the fastest-rising film and music festivals in the country, where stories, sound, and soul collide under the Laguna Beach sun.

Catch our film in the “Healed by Nature” Short Film Block, a powerful collection of stories that celebrate the healing power of the outdoors:

📅 Thursday, November 6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center — 235 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA

📅 Saturday, November 8 | 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Forum Theater, Festival of Arts — 650 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA

This year’s lineup is stacked — from Jack Johnson headlining the music stage to world-class adventure films, outdoor experiences, and conversations that connect people, planet, and purpose. 🌎🎶

Come vibe with the movement, and experience stories that remind us what it means to grow, heal, and live in harmony with the earth.

🎟️ Get tickets and details at coastfilmfestival.com

24/10/2025

What an incredible week at the Newport Beach Film Festival!

We were honored to have Blue Zeus screen three times to sold-out audiences. Sharing this experience with friends, family, and our creative team, including co-directors Miranda Winters & Rocky Romano, cameraman Kadin Harris-Romano, and many more made it truly special.

This film has been a true team effort, and we want to thank the cast & crew who helped bring it to life. A special thank you to our co-directors Miranda Winters & Rocky Romano, our Director of Photography Nick McCarthy, Producer Analis Martin, and Executive Producers Robert Martin & Michael Hollister for all their hard work.

A sincere thank-you to the and their outstanding directors, programmers, and volunteers. Your professionalism, kindness, and commitment made this an amazing experience.

We are grateful for the opportunity to share Blue Zeus with such engaging and passionate audiences!

20/10/2025

Blue Zeus just sold out the films third screening at the !

15/10/2025

The official trailer for Blue Zeus is out! The film, narrated by Gerard Butler, will have its West Coast Premiere at the prestigious next week. Both screenings sold out but they added a third screening!

07/10/2025

Blue Zeus Wins Best Documentary at Pikes Peak DocuFEST!

🎬 Congrats to the winners of the 2025 Pikes Peak docuFEST!
What a weekend — laughter, tears, and stories that moved us all. With over 100 submissions, these films truly stood out!
🏆 Fjallferð – Best Short Documentary
🎥 Blue Zeus – Best Feature Documentary
🌄 Ravinos – Best Colorado Documentary
🌀 Voyager – Best Experimental Documentary
🎓 Leaving a Legacy – Best Student Documentary
🎵 UHL – Dream Lightly – Best Music Video
🌟 Small Steps – Best Next Generation Filmmaker
💬 Fly Chicks – Audience Choice Award
Thank you to every filmmaker and attendee who made this year unforgettable. 💛

30/09/2025

Thank you to Olivia Grant and The Bay State Banner!

In South Central Los Angeles there’s an empty, 50-foot pool in a former swim school where apricot and apple trees grow alongside butterflies and bees. This old pool, with its flourishing garden, is the Gangsta Garden started by urban gardener and activist, Ron Finley.

29/09/2025

Blue Zeus Earns Top Honors at Boston Film Festival and Equus International Film Festival!

At the 41st Boston Film Festival, Blue Zeus was awarded Best Documentary, standing alongside an inspiring slate of films. We extend our gratitude to the Boston Film Festival team for championing independent storytelling and congratulate fellow honorees:

Hidden – The Kati Preston Story (Mass Impact Award)
The Last Dive (Audience Choice)
The Heart of a Lion (Best Cinematography & Best Editing)

In addition, at the Equus International Film Festival in Montana, Blue Zeus received multiple awards:

Best Documentary Feature

Best Cinematography

Best Narration

Best Music

2025 Best of Festival Award

These recognitions are a testament to the tireless work of our cast, crew, and partners who dedicated countless hours in the field and in post-production, and to the enduring spirit of the wild mustangs who inspired this story.

Special thanks to DP Nick McCarthy, Producer Analis Martin, and EP Robert Martin & Michael Hollister!

Documentary filmmaking, at its best, brings hidden stories to light. For us, Blue Zeus isn’t just about one horse—it’s about survival, resilience, and the fight for freedom. He and his family’s journey will always live in our hearts, reminding us why this story matters.

— Miranda Winters & Rocky Romano, Co-Directors