Chad Michael Collins, a New York native and a favorite in Hollywood, is known for his dedication and hard work in the entertainment industry. While many recognize him for his role in the SNIPER series (Sony Pictures), Collins has recently gained attention for his engaging social media presence, where he shares photos that captivate his fans. This article delves into Collins' career, his thoughts on filmmaking, and his upcoming projects.
Social Media Presence and Fan Interaction
Collins values his connection with his fans across various social media platforms. He appreciates the support from those who follow his work, whether in the SNIPER franchise, "Once Upon a Time," or "Extinct."
He makes time to interact with his followers, expressing gratitude to those who support his projects. Despite considering his social media following as not "considerable", he cherishes the interactions he has with fans from around the world.
“Well, calling my social media following “considerable” is a tad generous, ha! But I am fortunate to have a really great fan-and-friend base across all platforms and I truly enjoy interacting with them. Whether they are into the Sony SNIPER franchise, or “Once Upon a Time” or “Extinct,” I’ve had some truly wonderful interactions with all walks of life, from all around the world who have been kind and generous enough to reach out and support me in what I love to do. I make as much time as I can to send a little love and appreciation back to those who take the time to watch my projects and comment/post on my accounts.
Upcoming Projects
Collins has several projects lined up, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
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- HOWLERS: Described as an action-horror-western, reminiscent of classic 80s John Carpenter films, with a retro feel, camp, and humor. A trailer and release date are expected around Halloween 2018, with plans for a comic book based on his character, "Colt."
- Shooter: He will appear in the later part of season three of USA’s “Shooter”, playing a really fun flashback role.
- SISTERS IN CRIME: A psychological thriller film airing this fall.
- Christmas Movies: Two Christmas movies are scheduled for release in December.
- MAMBA: A super-sexy action-spy thriller by Sonalii Castillo, making waves on the festival circuit.
Reflections on Filmmaking
Collins holds immense respect for the filmmaking process. He appreciates every movie he sees, understanding the challenges involved from conception to distribution.
“As a whole, I’m impressed with every movie I see. Truly. Because I know firsthand how extremely challenging it is to make one, from its conception to the financing, to the casting and principal photography, to post-production and hopefully distribution and a release date. Every film that ever comes together is, in essence, a small miracle because of all the endless variables, and I marvel at the incredible cooperation and collaboration that has to consistently happen at all levels of filmmaking to make a movie a tangible reality.
He acknowledges that making a film is a "small miracle" due to the endless variables and the incredible cooperation required at all levels.
He prefers to focus on the enjoyable aspects of each film, appreciating the efforts of everyone involved in creating entertainment. Some of his favorite movies include ANNIHILATION, DEADPOOL 2, AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR PT 1, SOLO, A QUIET PLACE, and GAME NIGHT.
“In terms of writing and directing, I have no aggressive aspirations on that front…yet. I’m still in an ever-growing “sponge” mode, constantly learning about the filmmaking process and applying all of that information to my acting career, letting the knowledge serve me in front of the camera.
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Collins is currently focused on learning about filmmaking and applying that knowledge to his acting career. He is not aggressively pursuing writing or directing at the moment.
Staying in Shape
Collins maintains a fit physique to be ready for action-oriented roles. He understands the importance of being in good shape, especially for projects involving stunts and physicality.
“Ah, yes, the shirtless beach photo shoot. I literally have to be dragged out to a location for that reason, but it’s a necessary evil. Maybe not that evil at all. I do try and keep in consistently good, capable shape at all times, and since I really enjoy playing on projects that have an action, stunt and physicality orientation, I think it’s important to do so.
He believes it's crucial to remind industry connections that he is fit and ready for roles at a moment's notice.
Speaking at His Alma Mater
Collins spoke at his high school alma mater, focusing on the importance of believing in possibilities and practicing kindness.
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“I did speak at my HS alma mater, and it was a great experience. It was mostly a rambling Q & A session, and we all had a lot of fun. Primarily, I talked about the idea of “possibilities”, as in the importance of believing in and seeing the possibilities for yourself as an individual as you go through life. In a world of mostly “no’s” - which is the world I play in a la the entertainment industry - I tried to stress the importance of keeping your eye-on-the-prize, so to speak. I also told them about the importance of kindness, the virtue you want to be remembered for.
He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and being kind, especially in an industry filled with rejections.
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