THE INTERVIEW
January, 2025
JON PAUL
DIRECTORS OF DOJO
BEST ORIGINAL SCORE
Jon, tell us a bit more about yourself. Where does your desire to be a producer come from?
What is your background?
Does the action movie theme particularly appeal to you?

What were your references for Dojo?
Jon, your film won Best Original Score at the RED Movie Awards. What does that mean to you?
How did you work on the music with the composer?

I think your movie has a world record! Tell us more.
Yes, Dojo holds the world record for the “Most Awards Won by a Live Action Fictional Short Film,” with an astonishing 1,153 international awards and counting. This achievement reflects the film’s universal appeal and the dedication of everyone involved in its production. It’s also a testament to the global appreciation of martial arts cinema and its ability to connect across cultures.
Dojo has been officially recognized by several world record organizations, including:
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- Elite Book of Records: https://www.elitebookofrecords.com/galleryView.aspx?id=146
- Record Holders Republic: https://www.recordholdersrepublic.co.uk/world-record-holders/1659/jon-paul.aspx
- International Book of Records: https://internationalbookofrecords.com/records/most-awards-won-by-a-live-action-fictional-short-movie
- Exclusive World Records: https://www.exclusiveworldrecords.com/description.aspx?id=11177
- World Records India: https://www.worldrecordsindia.com/2024/12/19/most-awards-won-by-a-live-action-fictional-short-film-internationally
- Golden Book of World Records: https://goldenbookofworldrecords.com/most-awards-won-by-a-martial-arts-action-short-film/
- Kings Book of World Records: https://kingsbwr.com/description.aspx?id=132
Explain to us your working method with the director Armin Alic.

Do you have an anecdote to share with us in particular?
What is your next project?
Following Dojo’s success, I’m currently developing a feature-length adaptation of the film. This project will expand on the characters and themes introduced in Dojo, taking the story to new heights. Additionally, I plan to continue producing films that celebrate martial arts and inspire audiences worldwide.
For more about Dojo and its achievements, visit https://dojothefilm.com