LOS ANGELES — Wicked Pictures has released “I’m Your New Business Partner,” the debut scene of Seth Gamble’s new series “Reckless.”
Produced by Axel Braun, the eight-episode series is written and directed by Seth Gamble, who also plays the lead role.
The first scene introduces Gamble as Silas Knight, a racing enthusiast and tech genius who finds himself enmeshed in a web of greed and betrayal after he creates a chip that radically improves car performance. Everyone, from his true love Harlow Knight (Ivy Wolfe) to corrupt detective Matteo Bennett (Lexington Steele), wants what Knight has.
As Episode 1 opens, the tech entrepreneur and his wife are defying rogue cops and an insidious associate from the past.
“Within moments, ‘Reckless’ begins artfully weaving together the realms of suspense, romance and erotica with the indomitable spirit of a road movie,” the synopsis reveals.
Gamble explained that in his new road-movie-inspired title, the leading couple’s emotions play out so realistically that each fleeting moment with them reveals a wealth of intricate details.
“I went for very naturalistic dialogue, but with subtleties to suggest half-revealed secrets,” Gamble said. “When all the evidence of a crime points to Silas, Harlow has to make a decision. Broke and desperate to help him clear his name, she throws herself upon the mercy of his former lover, Avenna Morretti (Kenzie Anne), daughter of gambling boss Dino Morretti (Axel Braun).”
In addition to Wolfe, Braun, Kenzie Anne and Gamble — for the first time playing the lead in a feature that he also wrote and directed — the ensemble cast features Kenna James, Tommy Pistol, Ryan Reid, August Skye, Nicole Doshi, Nathan Bronson and David Lee, among others.
The director praised his “bucket list” cast, noting that their ability “to infuse specificity into their characters, allowing the audience to find them menacing or devious or innocent, mirrors the types of interactions we may have with strangers every day of our lives. We are granted mere fragments, offered mere glimpses into their lives, but with talent of this caliber, the emotional reality feels authentic.”
Wolfe, Gamble added, excelled in her role as Harlow Knight.
“The chemistry and passion we shared while working together were beyond words,” he enthused. “She possesses that special quality that shines on camera, particularly in her delivery of dialogue. The sex is filled with intense intimacy. It evoked a genuine vulnerability in both of us, creating a deeply impactful experience.”
For her part, Wolfe described the project as “inspiring, evocative, boundary pushing and elevating.”
“Seth stands strong and creates an environment in which the actors really get to bring out their depth,” she added. “His passion inspires. I got to really challenge myself, and I am honored to be a part of this.”
The first episode of “Reckless” premieres today, exclusively on Wicked.com.
