I worked with Bobby on voice-overs for the DGA for Mia Angelou, Richard Pryor, F.Gary Grey and for his film “Keeping the Faith”. He is a consummate professional. Carl Weathers – Actor / Director Rocky, Action Jackson
“Bobby Mardis understands an artist needs because he is an artist himself. His entire approach to production is designed to make the artist stand out and present them at their best. He is awesome!” Wil Wheaton Singer, Songwriter, Recording Artist. Worked with David Foster, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson,
My first encounter with Bobby was at the Inner City Cultural Center and the musical, “The Nifty Fifties” for which Bob won an NAACP Image Award as an actor. We have worked since then on several projects. Be it acting, writing, directing or as a DP, Bobby is a dedicated professional. Ernest Dillihay – President /CEO – Los Angeles Inner City Cultural Center.
Mardis. His attention to detail, and clarity in terms of describing his vision while not getting in the way of your creativity is a rare gift in my business.
Duane Benjamin – Orchestrator
Earth Wind & Fire, Mary J. Blige, Barry White, Temptations, Stanley Clark, Co-Producer of K-Pop
“Bobby Mardis produced my Comedy Central pilot. He guarded the money like it was his own. Needless to say, we came in under budget” Stan Foster – Writer / Director “The Preachers Kid” “Woman Thou Art Loosed” “My Other Mother”
“Bobby Mardis He is experienced and talented in most every possible job on the film or television set, from development, pre-production, production and post-production, he’s done it all. Larry Robinson – Producer / Avatar Entertainment “Oz’,” “The L Word,” “Girlfriends,” “Fear of a Black Hat”
“Bobby Mardis is a tactician when it comes to producing, writing and directing. His dedication and focus get the job done.” Willard E. Pugh – Actor / Producer
“Harpo from the Color Purple & Owner of WEP Productions”
“Air force One,” “RoboCop 2,” “Toy Soldiers” “Native Son”
“Thanks so much for being on this journey with me. We created a lot of classics together.” Robert Townsend – Writer / Director “Hollywood Shuffle,” “Eddie Murphy Raw,” “Five Heartbeats” “Partners in Crime”
“Bobby Mardis is an inspiration for his vision and determination as a filmmaker. He never stops creating content on multiple platforms.” Reginald T. Dorsey – Actor, Producer, Director “Kings of the Evening” “Return to Lonesome Dove” “South Central”
“Bobby Mardis was given an impossible task of completing a series of five films for AXE, which Bobby was the supervising producer and helped deliver them. Bobby’s expert advice and execution was invaluable.” Kevin Suber – Executive Producer, The Suber Group “The Axe Film Series”
“Bobby Mardis and his crew are ‘Top Notch Professionals’, who deliver a great product – EVERY TIME! It was a pleasure to work with Bobby Mardis for five consecutive years as he videotaped, produced and edited a multi-camera shoot for our City’s Annual Candy Cane Parade. Perry Brents – Director of Lynwood Parks and Recreation Department Emmy Award winner for “Gangs: “Facts Every Parent Should Know”
“Bobby knows his stuff and I would strongly suggest anyone who is getting stuck, or just having problems writing their story to get with him. Because of Bobby, structure now comes easy. Dreka Shevron – Writer / Director “Woman Scorned,” “Ready For Love,” “Reformed,” & Over a thousand Commercials.”
“As one of the producers of Hollywood shuffle I’ve known Bobby ever since he was a fledgling actor and experienced his transition into becoming a producer /Director. I got a chance to visit one of his sets where he was a director on an eleven-camera shoot on a show called the silence is broken. Bobbie can handle most areas of filmmaking and I fully endorse his skills.” Carl Craig – Producer “House Party 2,” “The Bobby Brown Story,” “Mo’ Money,” “Player’s Club,” “American Soul”
“Bobby is one of the most talented and dependable people I’ve worked with in 20+ years in entertainment. He is a solid producer, director, and editor. His creativity and agility has made him invaluable on multiple projects for me. Whether it’s an independent film or network project Bob always delivers A+ work!.” Don Tuitt – Producer / Director – TV1’s “The Trumpet Awards, BET’s “Sunday Best,”” “Match ups,”& “Family Crews”
I watched Bobby segue from an actor and comedian into an experienced director member of the Directors Guild of America. I was even more fortunate to have served as his assistant director. Intelligence, wit and an unquenchable creative quest is his guidance.” Willie E. Simmons, Jr. – Retired DGA Assistant Director “Color Purple, Colors, Lethal Weapon, Scarface”
“I have worked with Bobby throughout the years as a Construction Coordinator and as a set designer for a film he wrote, acted-in and directed. Bobby is one of the most creative and honest filmmakers in the game. I can thoroughly attest to his skills, creativity, and altruistic nature. Bobby delivers!” Caesar J. Bijou – Construction Coordinator & CA. General Contractor “Snowfall,” “U.S. vs. Billy Holiday,” “Lincoln Height,” “Martin.” “Phoenix Project (Rebuild Universal Studio Backlot)
I’ve been working with Bob for over 30 years. Mardis is experienced in all facets of television and filmmaking. He is also a devoted son which says a lot about his character. He is highly recommended and I will continue to work with him in the future.”. Richie Mac – Actor, Producer, Director “Hollywood Shuffle’,” “Boondocks” “Charmed” “The Wayans Bros” “In the House”
“Bobby Mardis is the consummate creator. Very few writers, actors, directors and producers can achieve the quadruple threat. His independent and Hollywood work speaks volumes. Mardis is the renaissance of documentary filmmaking.” Gerrard McClendon – Producer / Host / Reporter. Emmy Award winner for “The Challenge of Raising African American Boys.”
“I have had the great opportunity to work with Bobby Mardis live on stage, in the recording studio, and in film. His involvement and depth in these mediums have made him a great filmmaker, both as an artist and a business man.” Del Atkins – Music composer, Band Conductor, Bass Player. James Ingram (10 Years), Jessica Simpson, Rihanna, Gladys Knight, American Idol, America’s Got Talent. Nominated for Dove Award for Patti Labelle Project