Dallas, TX, September 25, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Arlington, TX – On the evening of Wednesday, September 17th, the National Medal of Honor Museum hosted the world premiere of Valor & Victory: The Making of the National Medal of Honor Museum, a powerful new documentary produced by Dallas-based DHD Films.
The 30-minute film captures the remarkable journey of transforming an ambitious vision into a national landmark. From site selection and architectural design to construction and community collaboration, Valor & Victory chronicles the story behind the museum that now stands in Arlington, Texas, honoring the courage and sacrifice of America’s military heroes.
The premiere event brought together Medal of Honor recipients, veterans, civic leaders, and community members for a moving evening of reflection and celebration.
A special panel followed the screening, featuring:
Jeff Williams, former Mayor of Arlington. General Patrick Henry Brady, Medal of Honor recipient. Chris Cassidy, President & CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation, retired NASA astronaut, and United States Navy SEAL. Colonel Michael Caldwell, Director of Operations and Veteran Engagement, National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation.
During the panel discussion, Colonel Caldwell gave a heartfelt shout-out to DHD Films and its Founder and Chief Creative Director, Shezad Manjee, underscoring the profound impact of their storytelling in honoring valor and sacrifice.
Reflecting on the film and its meaning, Shezad shared: “In the film, you see a simple block of steel, so heavy it needs five pillars to hold it up. That image stuck with me. Because it took pillars to lift this dream, and many of you are in the room tonight. To the Medal of Honor recipients whose courage anchors this museum, thank you. To our partners and community who refused to let this be ‘someone else’s project,’ thank you. And to my team at DHD Films, what a way to celebrate 25 years. More than anything else, this project reminds us of what it means to be an American.”
Through first-person interviews and behind-the-scenes storytelling, the documentary illustrates not only how the museum was built, but why it matters: to preserve stories of valor and inspire future generations.
The museum, designed by the late renowned architect Rafael Viñoly, officially opened on March 25th, 2025, and has already become a place of national significance, drawing visitors from across the country. Exhibits such as More Than a Medal and Moments of Action immerse guests in the lived experiences of recipients, offering lessons in courage, resilience, and integrity.
The premiere of Valor & Victory underscored how partnerships between cultural institutions and creative storytellers can bring history to life in ways that resonate far beyond museum walls.
For more information about the National Medal of Honor Museum, visit www.mohmuseum.org.
About DHD Films DHD Films is an award-winning, Dallas-based creative studio specializing in brand storytelling, documentaries, and enterprise communications. For 25 years, DHD has partnered with Fortune 500 brands, cultural institutions, and mission-driven organizations to craft films that move people to think, feel, and act. Learn more: dhdfilms.com
Media Contacts Press Inquiries & Screeners Anar Amin – DHD Films anar.amin@dhdfilms.com | (214) 730-0101 On-site Premiere Contact Ashleigh Crow – National Medal of Honor Museum acrow@mohmuseum.org | (817) 274-1861
Miami, FL, November 10, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– The production team behind Hidden War has unveiled the official trailer for the film, setting the stage for its nationwide theatrical debut on November 14, 2025.
Hidden War, featuring activist Tim Ballard’s efforts against international child trafficking, serves as a direct follow-up to the 2023 film Sound of Freedom, which highlighted his initial undercover operations through Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.). While Sound of Freedom focused on Ballard’s work in Colombia and the broader fight against sex trafficking, Hidden War extends this narrative to operations in war-torn regions like Ukraine, Ecuador, and Mexico, documenting rescues amid global conflicts and exposing how displaced children become targets for exploitation.
The film’s release on November 14, 2025, comes amid reports of resistance from some cinema chains, echoing the grassroots momentum that propelled Sound of Freedom to over $250 million in worldwide box office success despite initial distribution challenges. Ballard, portrayed by Jim Caviezel in the earlier film, continues his advocacy, emphasizing the ongoing scale of the issue where more children are enslaved today than at any point in history.
Tim Ballard noted, “Films like Hidden War build on the awareness raised by Sound of Freedom to challenge institutional silence on child exploitation. Our goal remains delivering these stories to foster real change in communities affected by trafficking.”
To support wider access, audiences are encouraged to contact their local cinemas and request screenings of Hidden War for the November 14 debut.
Key Details
Theatrical release date: November 14, 2025
Rating: PG-13
About Hidden War Hidden War chronicles real-life anti-trafficking missions led by Tim Ballard, expanding on themes from Sound of Freedom to address global hotspots of child exploitation.
Los Angeles, CA, October 31, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Independent filmmaker, producer, and creative visionary Jeffrey Ikahn today announced the upcoming release of his new feature film Candy Flip (2026), alongside several technology ventures designed to reshape how audiences and creators connect online. Ikahn’s dual focus on storytelling and innovation positions him at the intersection of film, social engagement, and the evolving digital frontier.
Candy Flip is a “dramady” feature produced through Argonaut Media Group, Latigo Films in association with Handshake Partners Entertainment and directed by Ikahn.
The film stars Matt Rife, Cole Carter, Jessica Belkin, and Danielle Loving.
Set amid the electric chaos of an exclusive influencer party in Los Angeles, Candy Flip follows a night where fame, illusion, and reality collide. When a group of social media stars and creative elites experiment with a candy-flip — the potent fusion of LSD and MDMA — their euphoric escape turns into an existential free fall. As the night unfolds, filters fade and facades fracture. Beneath the glitter and neon, each character confronts the truth they’ve been performing to avoid: their doubt, loneliness, and desperate need to be seen.
The main character’s trip becomes a descent into self-awareness — a fever dream of memories, fears, and fantasies colliding in hallucinatory clarity. Surrounded by peers who live for attention but starve for connection, they begin to question what’s real, what’s curated, and what remains when the likes disappear. In the chaos of their shared unraveling, egos dissolve, alliances crumble, and a profound realization emerges: sometimes, you have to lose your identity to find your humanity.
“Storytelling has always been about connection,” said Ikahn. “As technology evolves, so should the ways we share those stories — whether through film, social platforms, or entirely new mediums.”
In addition to his filmmaking career, Ikahn is currently building technology companies in the social and media space, developing platforms that empower independent artists, creators, and filmmakers to grow authentic audiences and monetize their creative influence. His work integrates art, entrepreneurship, and innovation — shaping how culture, content, and connection intersect.
Ikahn’s mission with Argonaut Media Group and his upcoming ventures is to bridge the worlds of entertainment and technology — empowering creators to tell impactful stories and audiences to experience them in transformative new ways.
About Jeffrey Ikahn Jeffrey Ikahn is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker, producer, and tech entrepreneur. Through Argonaut Media Group, he develops films and social-tech initiatives that challenge perspectives and inspire global creativity. His works include Candy Flip (2026), My Confession (2007), and upcoming technology ventures redefining creator engagement in the digital era.
