Filming "Kontinues" in Chicago

Press Start has big news.

We just got back late last night from Chicago after an unbelievable and intense day of filming with Press Start’s amazing guest stars. They’re a couple of professional martial artists named Daniel and Carlos Pesina.

But gamers might know them as Johnny Cage and Raiden.

Combined, the Pesina bros. made up a sizeable chunk of the cast of the original Mortal Kombat videogames. Daniel played not only Cage, but also Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Reptile, and all those other palette-swapped ninjas in MK1 and MK2.

Lunch with Daniel (2nd from the right), Carlos (center), cast, crew, and new friends.

Now they’re making an appearance in Press Start, playing roles that, in part, pay homage to the game characters for which they are so well-known. And we couldn’t be more excited. We had a lot to pack into one day of shooting, but the cast and crew rose to the challenge brilliantly. And on top of it all, it was great fun. Press Start is a comedy, after all, and there was plenty of joking around, both on and off camera.

Reading through the scene with Carlos and Daniel.

Incidentally, be sure to check out the Photos page, where you might find a new publicity shot or two...