Another mockumentary? This time with monsters? Yes, please! Creature Comforter was another idea inspired by what I was seeing happening in the lives of many people who didn’t feel free to be themselves. Inspired by my favorite mockumentary shows like What we do in the Shadows and Abbott Elementary, Creature Comforter is a “workplace comedy” that takes place in group therapy and has a little bite!
The Bright Side of Being Barren was inspired by my friend’s journey with infertility. I like to make films that create conversations. I especially like exploring the absurdities and ridiculousness of life. And there is nothing quite as ridiculous as unsolicited advice to a couple trying to get pregnant. What made this short film meaningful was how it ended. For some it’s a tragedy but for others it’s the truth and there are no easy answers.
I don’t know much about drag queens, but when you have a friends who are—you find a way to create something for them. I might not wear heels and lipstick myself, but I know a thing or two about wanting to be loved and accepted for who I am. Alex is a Queen is a father/son story but it’s also a universal story for anyone afraid to be their real self. This story is for all the LGBTQ+ kids, people, everyone out there who needs to know they can be whoever they want to be. As a parent, my greatest joy is to ensure my kids know I love them wholeheartedly.
I love mockumentaries. I couldn’t resist the chance to write, direct and act in my short: THE CROSSING GUARD, which was inspired by my 6 week stint volunteering at my kids’ school. I nearly lost my life. So, y’know, I made a movie about. 90% of what you see truly happened. And no, I didn’t name my kids after cocktails.
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MY FIRST FEATURE FILM released: FEBRUARY 28TH, 2023. (Trailer below).
In 2021 my daughter and I created a short animated film called DAD STORIES. More to come!
I produced HEY DAD in partnership with our BraveMaker screenwriting workshop.
In 2020 I wrote and directed: Killer Couch.
In 2017 I released NEIGHBOR.
In 2015, my film 1440 and Counting did the festival circuit.
In 2018 I wrote/directed/produced the music video SUMMER LOVE by Becky Alex.
WATCH BEHIND THE SCENES.
I wrote this live action short film specifically based on the location. It was near my house and had recently gone out of business. We shot the film in ONE day. Fun little story that I had a friend work with me on the animation for the opening and closing credits! Enjoy.
New poster for my film NEIGHBOR!
All in the family—my wife (below) got in front of the camera for a photo shoot.
In early 2012, I acted in the short film and produced: Enemy of Mine. (TRT: 5:30)
Later in 2012, I produced Roman's Way, in which I also acted in and helped write. (TRT: 10:55).
My first short film was in early 2011, called: Tester. I got to create the story and both serve as Actor/Producer. It was a HUGE learning experience. There are SO many things I would do different, but the most important thing is, we completed it. It’s not perfect and in fact, there are glitches I was unable to change but I consider it my film school.
