DOE by Sam Medina: A Grounded, Global Action Thriller Redefining the Genre — From Rebel Spirit to Cannes Market

International Action Feature D.O.E

 Overlook Entertainment returns with their next feature film, D.O.E. — an internationally driven, female-led action thriller poised to disrupt industry norms.

In an industry caught in an identity crisis, D.O.E. arrives as the antidote.

 Directed by Sam Medina and produced by Overlook Entertainment, D.O.E. stands at the intersection of innovation, rebellion, and cinematic craftsmanship. The film is a female-led action story in the vein of Jason Bourne, yet produced entirely outside the traditional studio system. It’s a testament to what’s possible when creators stop waiting for permission and build their own blueprint.

 The result? A high-octane thriller made with international appeal, multiple languages, and grounded, high-impact action — all for a fraction of what Hollywood considers “possible.”

Built Without the System — But Built to Last

 In a time when studios are spending over $50 million on films and still missing the mark, D.O.E. was built lean and sharp. Overlook Entertainment has mastered the art of doing more with less. No overblown packaging. No waiting for marquee stars. No bloated budgets. Just pure, effective storytelling, strategic execution, and uncompromising direction.

 “When was the last time someone said, ‘I’m going to see the movie because of that name?’” Medina challenges. “Audiences care about the story, the characters, and how real it feels — not how expensive the poster looks.”

A Global Film for a Global Audience

 D.O.E. was crafted with international distribution in mind — a globe-spanning story rooted in gritty realism, enhanced by a multilingual cast, practical stunts, and visceral fight choreography reminiscent of The Raid and John Wick. This is not CGI spectacle — this is bone-on-bone action.

 The project’s global DNA gives it strong positioning for international sales, with a wide appeal beyond borders. And unlike many indie films, D.O.E. has already secured a strong return on investment through a calculated mix of private funding, backend participation, and pre-sale strategy. Investors didn’t just buy into the film — they bought into the solution.

Film Director Sam Medina

Not Just a Film — A Movement

 DOE is more than a movie — it’s the beginning of a new model.

Overlook Entertainment is a next-gen production house rewriting how action films get made. Their approach is hands-on, director-led, and grounded in the practical realities of set life. They don’t rely on endless development talks or vanity metrics. They solve problems. They make movies.

 As Sam Medina puts it: “We didn’t sit around talking about the crisis — we built the solution. That’s the foundation of filmmaking: adapt, solve, move forward.”

To Cannes and Beyond

 With D.O.E. now completed, Overlook heads to the 2025 Cannes Film Market to present the film to international buyers and introduce other projects currently in development. Backed by creative freedom and financial discipline, their pipeline reflects a fresh wave of action cinema — authentic, efficient, and audience-first.

 D.O.E. isn’t just a film — it’s a proof of concept. It proves that the industry doesn’t need to spend $100 million to connect with audiences. It proves that star-driven packaging is no longer king. And it proves that the next generation of filmmakers isn’t just coming — they’re already here.

About Overlook Entertainment

Overlook Entertainment is a new-age production company focused on creating high-impact genre films with international scope. Their mission: disrupt outdated models, empower creators, and build stories that travel across borders — both financially and emotionally.