Film shoot underway in Tampa with local director at helm

"The Throwback" stars Will Sasso and Justina Machado and is directed by Mario Garcia, a University of South Florida alumnus.

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  • | 9:49 a.m. May 17, 2022
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Associated Press. Justina Machado and Will Sasso star in "The Throwback," which is being filmed in Tampa.
Associated Press. Justina Machado and Will Sasso star in "The Throwback," which is being filmed in Tampa.
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“The Throwback,” a comedic film starring Will Sasso and Justina Machado, went into production in Tampa this week.

The movie, according to a news release, is being directed by Tampa native Mario Garcia, who’s also credited as writer and producer. Sasso is known for roles in films including “The Three Stooges,” “Drop Dead Gorgeous” and “Happy Gilmore,” while Machado was part of the cast of the hit TV series “Six Feet Under” from 2001 to 2005.

 

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