One specific mandate for me currently is looking for films that can shoot in the state of Virginia (or, if not specific to Virginia, "Anywhere USA"). Those falling into the 2 Million and under category, even better. However, that is just one column for what I am seeking and I am quite open-minded these days to projects that ideally have a level of commercial potential, and where there are meaningful packaging opportunities on the talent and filmmaker side.
Known for championing talent, Bobby Hoppey has over a decade of experience in film and television development. Bobby’s executive experience includes indie finance shops Complementary Colors, Valparaiso Pictures, and Echo Lake Entertainment where he oversaw their respective in-house project slates.
Bobby’s producorial credits include Neon’s PIG starring Nicolas Cage, and the LGBTQ rom-com STRAIGHT UP, both Independent Spirit Award nominees. His film GRIFFIN IN SUMMER, a subversive coming-of-age comedy directed by Nicholas Colia, won the U.S. Narrative Competition Prize at the 2024 Tribeca Festival and was released last fall by Vertical Entertainment (now streaming on Hulu). Most recently, Bobby wrapped production on Hannah Peterson's forthcoming film, VIA NEGATIVA (now in post, Official Selection of Tribeca Festival '26).
Bobby currently has a number of feature projects in active development through his growing production shingle, Coveside Films. He holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Corporate Communications from Elon University.
