Joe Franklin Gaines. Supped up tanks that would make the sarge snarl. A pony up’d Mustang to make sure the coppers don’t catch the moonshine. Small business owner in a humble southern town. Car fixer and grumpy helper who mended automobiles for widowed women.

Cold Start is a homage to him. He started my passion for cars, working hard, and helping others. We have hope that we will do him proud.

The hope and goal with Cold Start Films is to truly make a different and help those who help others through cinematography. Hopefully our collective talents can lend a hand to those who live beyond themselves.