OUR JOURNEY
Founded by Academy AwardTM-winning VFX specialists & digital solution innovators with a collective experience of over 80 years, Black Deer Entertainment finances and co-produces films, television, and animated content.
OUR MISSION
Redefining How Film Investment Is Done
BDE is committed to building a stronger, more compassionate and understanding world by supporting the creation of motion pictures and creative technological experiences that celebrate the people and stories that represent the histories and cultures throughout the world
MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: GHOST PROTOCAL
FOUNDERS
Poya Shohani
Executive Producer / Managing Director
Founder and owner of AMG.Media Group (AMG.Media Group has now been re-branded to Black Deer Entertainment ) A career spanning over 20+ blockbuster Hollywood films. Poya has experienced all levels of creativity from artists' positions to management, to dealing with clients and leading teams of people of tightened projects.
A. V. T. Shankardass
Head Of Investment
Shankardass, a former director and screenwriter, became a pivotal figure in film production and finance. Serving as CEO of Victory, he negotiated extensive film deals, managing about $300 million in film funding for notable movies like "K-19 The Widowmaker" and "Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol". He's advised globally on tax-efficient film production structures and developed entertainment funds worldwide. Additionally, he held long-term deals with Lions Gate Films. He's also recognized as an Ambassador of Peace for the Harvey Ball Foundation for His Holiness the Dalai Lama..
Christopher Hurley
Co-Head Of Investment / Business Commercial Development
Christopher Hurley is a producer who most recently completed filming ‘Fairytale’ starring Jim Belushi, Colin O’Donoghue & Miranda Raison. Partnered with triple A financier - together they bring a wealth of expert knowledge and experience to each project. With a wealth of business acumen of over 25 years.
