THE MOE NORMAN STORY - U.S.|CANADIAN FEATURE FILM PROJECT IN DEVELOPMENT

THE MOE NORMAN STORY - U.S.|CANADIAN FEATURE FILM PROJECT IN DEVELOPMENT

LOS ANGELES and TORONTO, July 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Ask any Pro who the most consistent striker of the ball was, and the unanimous response is 'Moe Norman.'

Producers David Carver Films and Scott Duncan announced today they will produce a feature film based on the life of one of the most unique, colourful and misunderstood characters in sports, Moe Norman. Among other credits this Unknown Legend racked up; 33 course records, 55 tournament victories, shot the rarely visited 59 at least three times, and called a hole-in-one lucky yet was 'lucky' 17 times, including calling an ace seconds after the ball left the tee.

Norman sold his amateur prizes to survive, hitchhiked to tournaments, slept in sand traps, or under club house patios, and despite the records and accolades, spent much of his career alone, in obscurity and poverty.


An accident in his early childhood or a possible form of Autism never diagnosed, were thought to be the cause of Norman's strange behavior, repetitive speech, preference to be alone and obsessive focus towards hitting a golf ball. On the pro circuit Norman's talent for the game and regular antics attracted large galleries. Despite his numerous tournament wins and setting course records, the golf establishment felt embarrassed by his ambivalence to golf etiquette and his refusal to appear at trophy presentations. They vetoed his numerous nominations to the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame. But by the mid 1990's, with his confidence waning and prize money harder to win, Norman was living out of his car on the edge of poverty.

In January 1995, Titleist CEO Wally Uihlein met Norman at the Orlando PGA Golf Show, advising him that Titleist would pay Moe $5,000 per month for the rest of his life, for his contribution to the game of golf and for just being Moe. Norman was immediately surrounded by media and pros in a celebration and acknowledgment of his career.

Over the last 18 months, David Carver and Scott Duncan interviewed family, friends and former playing partners closest to Norman.

"Their support is matched by their incredible stories of Moe, both on and off the golf course. The stories are dramatic, comical, inspiring, heart wrenching and heartwarming," says Carver. "We are currently meeting with writers and directors for the project, with the vision of balancing the drama, comedy and depth of Moe Norman's life and achievements on and off the golf course.

The Canadian and U.S. co-pro film budget is $15 Million U.S. with a target for Spring 2016 start of production. Shooting will take place in Canada and the U.S.

About David Carver and Scott Duncan
www.davidcarverfilms.com/aboutdavidandscott

For More Info, set up interviews, get GAT:
Ingrid Hamilton | ingrid@gat.ca | 416-731-3034
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SOURCE David Carver Films

David Carver Films

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