I met Brandon about two years ago at HUMC and from the first moment I was struck by his humor and positive outlook in the face of whatever he was dealing with. I remember on that first day, he was recovering from some severe wounds he had received in some kind of attack, but was still ready with a smile and a joke. He brought a positive and bright energy with him each Tuesday. Everyone knew him, liked him and looked forward to him coming in.

The last time I saw Brandon, I was fortunate enough to get to spend a few hours talking with him and hearing some of his story. I got to see where he stayed (in a carport down the street from the church) and hear a little about his life and family. I remember that at the exact moment he spoke about how much he loved his late mother, the sun literally broke through the unusually cloudy LA sky and shined down on him. It seemed clear to him (and me) that she was looking down on him in that moment. It was an amazing conversation that I will always remember.

That day I discovered that he loved comics (just like me) and his favorite character was Wolverine (just like me) and today I found out he was 39 (just like me). It made me think about what my life could have been like. When I was going through my own hard times, if I hadn’t had the support of good friends, if my parents hadn’t been able to leave me a small inheritance, if I hadn’t had the privilege of a safe and secure childhood, or any one of a thousand other things went the other way, how different things could have been. If I was in his situation, would I have been able to deal with things with Brandon’s positivity, strength and humor? I honestly don’t know.

Today I also found out Brandon’s last name. His name was Brandon Lambert. I wish I knew him better. I’m going to miss his positive energy and big personality every Tuesday but I’m grateful I had the opportunity to meet him.

If you would like to help HUMC support other amazing people going through hard times you can get more information at www.hollywoodumc.org or check out our ongoing “Walk a Mile” Drive

Chelsea, a young filmmaker and urban explorer goes into the tunnels to document the people and stories hidden in the shadows and discovers there is more to be afraid of than the dark.

She meets Jake, an ex cop broken by loss, who must face his personal demons and descend deep below the city to stop a mysterious and dangerous underground figure who has declared a class war on the people of the city above, ANGEL.

Starring: – Frank Krueger (Break, Chuck), Wylie Small (The Event, Babylon 5), Michael Walton, Alexis Scott, Lt. Bryan Henry (ret.), William Romeo (American Gladiators) and Daryl Crittenden (Heroes)

Directed by Marc Clebanoff
Written by Frank Krueger
Copyright 2010

Congratulations to the Cast and Crew!

Redemption: The Darkness Descending is thrilled to have been selected for the first annual LA WEB SERIES FESTIVAL 2010 !

We are screening twice:

We will be screening with four other dramatic web series followed by a Q&A with the casts and crews.

Tickets are $10.

There are  a ton of great panels and events all relating to web series going on throughout the weekend.

For more info  go to: LAWEBFEST.com

I will be at both screenings along with several members of the cast and crew.

Hope to see you there.

Cheers!

Frank

I went to their event last month and it was terrific. So if you are interested in independent film especially in the exploding new world of web series and are in the LA area come on by. Whether you have a web series or want to have a web series there will be some great information.

It’s March 25th from 5:30 – 9:30pm at

The guest speakers include:

For more info and to register go to http://www.indiecon.com

Hope to see you there.

Frank

One of the most frequently asked questions I’ve heard at the weekly lunch for people experiencing homelessness in LA is “Do you have any socks?” and unfortunately the answer is too often “No”.

New shoes and socks are like gold to people who find themselves living on the street. It is a small thing that makes a huge difference. So…

We are going to be having an ongoing drive for new shoes and socks. We are going to start locally in Los Angeles with Hollywood United Methodist Church on Franklin and Highland  in Hollywood who have a weekly lunch for the homeless every Tuesday from 11am -1pm.

If you are in the LA area you can bring donations of shoes (the more comfortable and practical the better) and/or socks to the church on Sunday during services or Tuesday from 11 – 1pm. You can also mail donations to

For other ways to give (food and clothes are always appreciated)  go to http://www.hollywoodumc.org

There are a lot of wholesale sock shops where you can purchase new socks to donate. All donations to the church are tax deductible.

If you are not in LA  and  have a local organization in your area where people can donate socks and shoes please leave a comment  let us know. Also let us know when you donate so we can thank you here on our site.

A small donation of time and money can make a huge difference in a person’s life.

Thanks.

for your consideration…

Best New Web Series
The Darkness Descending

Best Dramatic Web Series
The Darkness Descending

Best Directing for a Dramatic Web Series
Marc Clebanoff

Best Writing for a Dramatic Web Series
Frank Krueger

Best Editing for a Dramatic Web Series
Austin Anderson

Best Original Music
Dori Amarilio

Best Male Actor in a Dramatic Web Series

Frank Krueger (Jake)
Episode One: Redemption

Michael Walton (Skeeter)
Episode Two: Lost

Daryl Crittenden (Chosen)
Episode Five: Chosen

Best Female Actor in a Dramatic Web Series

Wylie Small (Harmony)
Episode Four: Harmony

We will be joining four great comedy web series – Safety Geeks SVI, Gold, Life with Kat & McKay, and Space Hospital.  The Streamy Awards are the “Emmy’s” of web series and attending last year’s Streamy Award Ceremony inspired the creation of The Darkness Descending.

We are excited to get to show the series on the big screen for the first time. If you are in the Hollywood area come by to the FREE screening and join the cast and crew for some drinks  at

You can get all the info at Event Brite.  Also check out the great mention on Tube Filter.

Looking forward to an exciting night.

Frank

The Darkness Descending Season Two : The Hunt For Angel

Chelsea Henderson entered the subway tunnels to tell the stories of the people living there and search for her own answers.

One of the enduring legends of the underground  is Angel. A mysterious figure who strikes fear into the lives of the subway society. His name is only spoken in whispers. Some say he is the devil. Some say he is a god. Some say he doesn’t exist at all.

Who is Angel? What does he want? Can Chelsea find him and survive? The hunt begins…..

The Mark of Angel