Hear what people are saying about
Because of Sam:
“Well done, exceptional, inspiring. You did
an amazing job. It turned out beautifully.
From our hearts, thank you for telling our
story.” ~Ruth Piazza, Sam’s Mother
“I applaud Renee and Sam for their
determination to bring this story forward for
the greater good. Because of Sam is not only
a beautiful story but one that can change lives
and families forever.” ~Kelley Parris,
Executive Director, Children’s Board
of Hillsborough County, Tampa
“… congratulations on this important
documentary... it will certainly inspire others
to be accepting, encouraging, and inclusive of
everyone.” ~Tampa Mayor Jane Castor
“Sam Piazza is a local hero. His story
is worthy of national prominence.”
~Ken Hagan, County Commissioner,
Hillsborough County, Tampa
“I congratulate you, Ms. Warmack, as a local
independent filmmaker, having produced,
directed and written the new documentary,
Because of Sam, marking the challenges that
Tampa native Sam Piazza faced…” ~Lesley
“Les” Miller, Jr., County Commissioner,
Hillsborough County, Tampa
“Film Tampa Bay, stands behind Renee,
and will continue to champion Because of
Sam.” ~Tyler Martinolich, Hillsborough
County Film Commissioner (Film
Tampa Bay)
Bring Because of Sam and Sam Piazza to
your organization or city and:
• Provide helpful information and encouragement
to support families in their
journey
• Learn more about people with disabilities,
Down syndrome and the importance of
inclusion in the workplace
• Get motivated by Sam’s inspirational story
and take action to pursue your dreams
Go to BecauseofSam.com
had a spark of hope that perhaps PDQ
would help me move the project forward
... and the rest is history.
This July my 50-minute feature
documentary, Because of Sam, screened
at Tampa Theatre in front of over 900
people, where it received a standing ovation.
The Theatre even booked it a second
time, and, again, it received rave reviews.
Also noteworthy is that WWE
Superstar Titus O’Neil makes a special
appearance in a heartwarming scene in
the movie where he surprises Sam at the
YMCA during Sam’s workout. Sam is
a huge WWE fan and had never met
O’Neil.
Because of Sam transforms how the
world views people with disabilities
and inspires ALL people to pursue their
dreams.
I hope you will check out the movie
trailers, press kit and consider sponsoring
a screening and appearance by Sam, at
your organization, or in your city.
Go to BecauseofSam.com, for more
information.
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Producer, Director, Writer: Because of Sam
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