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"Footprints," named after the famous poem, is a story about family, love, and sacrifice. Tommy Russo, an unknown high school football talent, faces the new season at Thomas Aquinas High School as a long shot to fulfill his dream of playing college football. With his faith in question by the recent passing of his mother, Tommy's ultimate test lies ahead. His father, Charlie, is diagnosed with terminal cancer and is given a limited time to live.
The head coach of Thomas Aquinas High School leaves a week before the football season starts, placing the team in the hands of the inexperienced and mysterious John Caduto. The newly hired guidance counselor, Father James DeAngelis, is John's only friend and assistant coach. Father DeAngelis, who was transferred from the New York City Mission of Christ, a Manhattan homeless shelter, steps into his new job while keeping one crucial secret. He recently nurtured John back to life after finding him homeless in the street.
As the Thomas Aquinas Saints experience unexpected success, Charlie's health continues to deteriorate, forcing Tommy to make a choice. John's past is discovered, placing his future in jeopardy. Father DeAngelis' beliefs are challenged, threatening the foundation of his vocation. All three approach their darkest hour as their faith is tested.
"Footprints" was a Finalist in the screenwriting competition at the 2008 Cinema City International Film Festival
Inspired by true events
 
"A young man is redeemed by being carefully guided to his inevitable death"
"Saint by Numbers" is a fast-paced, high-energy story with a unique and unexpected twist.
Jackie Marino's father is an NYPD officer murdered in the line of duty. His mother wastes no time getting into a new relationship. Jackie, lost, befriends Michael Salvatore, a local small-time bookmaker. Jackie's search for truth merges with Mike's unforeseen journey toward self-realization. The physical and metaphysical ultimately mend together as Jackie and Mike are led to their redemptive destinations culminating on the spiritual plane.
"Saint by Numbers" has already been recognized as one of the top scripts in the country by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and has been touted by the NYU screenwriting department as an outstanding and original screenplay.
It was the winner at the 2009 Cinema City International Film Festival's Screenwriting Competition out of 3,000 submissions.
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