Book of Towers 11: Brando

 He never did want to be an actor. He never wanted to stay in Omaha, Nebraska either. He wanted to make a difference in the world. He wanted to live a life that had purpose. He learned from his mother to never compromise, stand up for what you believe in and be your own person, to love nature. He learned from his father...forgiveness. He dated his acting teachers' daughter. He dated a lot of women, had many one night stands, was searching, always searching, hated injustice, hated phoniness, didn't understand what the big deal was about being a 'celebrity' and didn't support something he didn't fully believe in. He was a great storyteller; he'd hold a room captive with his aura and charm, ever since he was a young man. Searching.
  By the time I finished reading the book 'The Contender', I felt like hugging this complex human being. It's one of the most thrilling biography books I ever read. And I've read many. William J. Mann, the writer, dives deep into this man's life, what made him into the man we immediately think of- the incredible actor- the large man sitting in the courtroom because one of his sons, Christian, killed his half-sister's boyfriend. But you see this man was more than that, he was a activist, a environmentalist, a big reader; loved Shakespeare and Jung and he loved to learn about people. He was a conversationalist when he wanted to be, because there's time when he could just sit for hours in silence. He was a thoughtful person. Humorous. A prankster. He saw through people, he could read people and knew what made people tick and wouldn't waste time with superficiality.
  Yes he had his lines written on large boards on set to be read. How did that famous scene in 'On the Waterfront' in the back of the 'cab' come together? Which directors did he enjoy working with the most? His tumultuos relationship with Rita Moreno, yes it's all here in this well crafted book. The impeccable flow and structure of this book makes every page count.
  What would he say about the world today? Would he still be acting today? Would he...what would Bud do? He was an evolving human being. These are the most fascinating people. The dreamers. The adventurous. The risk-takers. The ones who rebelled but for good reason, because they see it all so differently. Understood, misunderstood. Marlon Brando-the Contender.

'Private Thoughts...' documentary

New documentary, 'Private thoughts of a Modern Day Storyteller' begins production this month in New Jersey. Storytelling is such an important factor in my life. It's apart of humanity. It's a universal artform and a lifestyle for me. Choosing to want to tell a story is a big step and then one has to find a great way to tell it. The challenges are only as high and important as much as we make it out to be.

This documentary will speak deeply to the ones who find comfort, pain and an urge in storytelling.
The movie will be told mainly in voiceover. I'm the narrator, it's my thoughts, it's my observations in storytelling.

Here is the link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3480946/?ref_=nm_flmg_dr_4

Wrapping the 'Water'

It's a wrap! 'The Water Image' finished principal photography on Dec. 29th, 2019. Nice way to end the year. To view behind the scenes photos check out our imdb page.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10869490/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

'The Water Image'- short movie

'The Water Image' is now in production. For the third time me and producer Cherry Fu are collaborating on a new movie production. Find out more on the link below:

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10869490/?ref_=nm_flmg_dr_5

Pics- 'The Scent of Light'

Filming took place late Oct. 2019 to early Nov. 2019 for the production of 'The Scent of Light'.
Below are some behind the scenes footage.

Synopsis: Vera, an aspired photographer, tries to get through a painful breakup she experiences with her boyfriend. 

Lead actress, Marina Bondik, preparing for scene.

 Marina and Me on location. Central Park.

Makeup artist, Chantal Gesse (she was also production assistant and sometimes camera operator) getting lead actress Marina, ready for scenes. On location, brighton beach, brooklyn, ny.

Marina Bondik (lead) as Vera, on location, brighton beach, ny.

'Tia'- Lead Actress Update

Okay everyone, a new lead actress has been attached to 'Tia'!
Her name is Amanda Rosborg. She's a swedish model/actress.
I've very excited to work with her!

More to come...

Short movie- 'The Scent of Light'

This past Saturday production wrapped on new short movie 'The Scent of Light'.
I co-produced, wrote and directed this arthouse drama about a young aspired photographer who tries
to overcome the pain from the breakup of her boyfriend. Her boyfriend is played by...me. Yes, you read correctly, me. The boyfriend's name is William. Her name is Vera. Vera is played by russian actress/model Marina Bondik.

We filmed it in Brooklyn, NY and Manhattan.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11131332/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

More updates to come...