Based on the true story of Detective Mario Oliveira
GUNRUNNER
A BIOGRAPHICAL CRIME DRAMA
Thank you for supporting Mario and his feature film GUNRUNNER. This film will be used as a vehicle to spread awareness about the necessary changes needed in legislation to bring justice to the men and women across America who are critically injured in the line of duty and forced to retire, as well as their families. To date, five states have adopted this new bill - leaving a large amount of work yet to be done in order for this to take effect nationwide. Everything will go directly to the development, production, promotion and eventual distribution of the film. Please note that gifts made through this website are not tax-deductible. There is hope... be the change!
Welcome to ‘Gunrunner’.
The extraordinary story of a relentless man who fights to overcome insurmountable odds. Shot six times and pronounced dead three, he refused to give up. Amidst Mario Oliveira's struggle to survive and reclaim his life, he loses his job, his marriage and faces a larger, more personal battle: to combat injustice and overhaul legislation to ensure that severely injured civil servants who are forced to retire are properly protected and compensated across the country. His journey is one of resilience, determination and an unwavering commitment to make a lasting difference.
Featured Testimonials
Cristina Coria
Santa Monica Police Department, CA
Detective Christopher Van Ness
Yarmouth Police Department in Massachusetts / Retired
Officer Christopher Taylor
Saugus Police Department in Massachusetts / Pending Retirement of 100% disability on passing of my bill from SPD in Massachusetts.
THE PROCESS
Starting to make a film involves a series of methodical steps that transform an idea into a tangible project. It begins with script development, where writers craft a compelling narrative and dialogue, followed by securing financing to cover production costs. Once financial backing is in place, the next phase includes assembling a team, which involves hiring a director, cinematographer, and other key crew members. Pre-production tasks such as scouting locations, casting actors, and creating a shooting schedule are crucial for laying the groundwork. During this period, a detailed production plan is established to ensure that the project remains on track and within budget. Finally, as filming commences, the focus shifts to capturing the envisioned scenes while maintaining the creative vision of the film.
Violently Injured Police Officers (V.I.P.O.) Organization
Organization, founded by Massachusetts police officers, is a support group for law enforcement officers who have sustained serious, permanent injuries during a violent encounter in the line of duty. V.I.P.O. is a recognized non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
Our mission is to provide peer support to law enforcement officers who have been seriously injured or have had to use deadly force in the line of duty. We provide support, information, and resources to these officers and their families in any way possible, to assist them in transitioning after suffering these physical and emotional injuries.
Our mission is to share our collective knowledge with our fellow police officers, so they have the tools they need for their road to recovery. It is our goal to provide this support and experience, especially to assist police departments throughout New England in establishing the proper policies, procedures, and protocols for line of duty deaths and serious bodily injuries.
Our mission is to bring change to existing laws by working with law makers to pass legislation that will provide benefits to law enforcement officers who are injured in the line of duty and forced to retire.
We hope our stories inspire other officers to fight to better this world and that any injured officer can continue to be the best that they can be as productive members of their communities.
Tone & Style
GUNRUNNER’s story is initially dark and unforgiving.
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