David Michael Latt is a co-founder of The Asylum, a renowned independent film studio in Hollywood, renowned for its prolific production output. As the head of production, Latt oversees the development and physical production of a feature film every three to four weeks, a remarkable feat that has garnered him over three dozen film awards.
The Asylum's impressive filmography has earned its films invitations to over 100 film festivals worldwide, a testament to Latt's dedication to his craft. In addition to production, Latt's company has acquired an impressive 400 movies over the course of a decade, with a unique marketing strategy that has consistently yielded profitable results.
The Asylum's remarkable financial success is a result of its self-financing model, which employs a team of eight full-time staff members and approximately 200 crew members each year. This efficient operation has enabled the studio to produce films without incurring losses, a rare feat in the competitive film industry.
The Asylum's success has not gone unnoticed, with features in hundreds of publications, radio, and television shows, including The Today Show, Countdown with Keith Oberman, Talk Soup, E! Entertainment News, The New York Post, Los Angeles Magazine, Variety, The Los Angeles Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Entertainment Weekly, New York Times Magazine, Empire Magazine, NPR, T4, and Time Out London.
As a respected industry expert, Latt is a sought-after guest speaker at various institutions, including the Screen Actors Guild, UCLA, LMU, AFI, USC, and others. His extensive experience and knowledge have made him a valuable resource for aspiring filmmakers and industry professionals alike.
