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David Branin

Writer/Director David Branin grew up near Hartford, Connecticut.  Raised by a single deaf mother, he picked up her skill of observing and reading people.  It wasn't until his college career was almost over that the dream of making a major motion-picture burst into his head. David and three of his closest friends wrote an original screenplay together and moved to Los Angeles in 2000 to pursue their own Hollywood ending. His pursuit of that dream continues to this day.

He is the Director/Writer/Producer of Night Before the Wedding and Co-Host of Film Courage.

His work has been seen by millions online.  His short films, Shoot-Out and Honey, I'm Home have garnered the most acclaim, having combined to screen in over 40 international film festivals while winning their share of awards.

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  KAREN WORDEN  
Karen Worden

Actress/Spokesperson Karen Worden co-hosts L.A. Talk Radio's "Film Courage".  At age 18, Karen drove herself and her belongings to Los Angeles from the San Francisco Bay Area to pursue her acting career.  As many an L.A. transplant will do, Karen worked several odd jobs to pay the rent.  Karen's had many interesting work experiences which have further flavored her character. 

Karen's style is earthy with a slight touch of fire (thanks to a combination of a sun in Pisces with a Sagittarius rising for all you astrology buffs), easygoing, intuitive and direct. In hosting the new Internet radio talk show, "Film Courage," Karen seeks to probe industry professionals on their quest for greater things.  Karen's in-depth questioning discovers how individuals overcome the naysayers, along with quieting the harshest of critics - oneself!  She questions industry professionals on their fear of success versus fear of failure, overcoming self-sabotage, and developing one's greatest strengths.

Karen's credits include Honey I'm Home, Road Therapy, Weekend Get Away, Religious Freaks Gone Wild, Mind Over Matter Man, Smoking - The Movie and the latest Night Before the Wedding.  Karen also wrote and starred in a one-woman play showcased at the Space Theatre entitled The Other Woman, as well as being featured in several commercials and print ads.  One of her favorite shoots was working with Richard Simmons on his Sweatin' to the Oldies series.

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Contact Information:  For any questions, comments, bookings, advertising, business opportunities, and/or collaborations, David Branin and Karen Worden can be reached at filmcourage@gmail.com

 
     

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Film Courage Screening ft. SANTIAGO, THE TERRAIN and EN PASSANT 1-30-12 Los Angeles

The 24th Film Courage Interactive with David Branin and Karen Worden presents the LA premiere of the feature film SANTIAGO (Felix Martiz), plus shorts THE TERRAIN (Brian Durkin) and EN PASSANT (Craig Wilson).  SANTIAGO, THE TERRAIN and EN PASSANT will screen on Monday, January 30th, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.  at The Downtown Independent, located at 251 S. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.  Tickets are $12 at the door and online. Director/cast Q & A to follow.

About Santiago:

Written/Directed by Felix Martiz. Produced by Daniel Woltosz

Santiago stars Romina Peniche, Jorge Espinoza, Jesus Guevara, Wesam Keesh, Dan Lopecci, and more.

Synopsis for Santiago:

Eager and naive, film student Billy (Wesam Keesh) trustingly takes on as cameraman for Miguel (Dan Lopecci), who has arranged to follow Santiago (Jesus Guevara), a notorious pimp and drug dealer, as a character study. The adrenaline-rushed adventures captured through the lens obscures the grim reality of the crime world Billy witnesses and celebrates alongside Santiago and his gang, all the while Miguel is not so easily swayed. Is he not charmed by Santiago as we all are, or does he know more than he leads on?

The Terrain:

Written/Directed by Brian Durkin

The film was produced by Brian Durkin, Todd Cattell,  Vivian Lee, and Matthew Blanco.  It stars Todd Cattell (Walker Texas Ranger, Justified), Marissa Petroro (Deal or No Deal, Desperate Housewives), Brian Durkin (Criminal Minds/Days of Our Lives), Brian Burnett (NCIS/CSI: Miami), Sarena Khan (The Treasure of the Black Jaguar/Wilde Salome), and Chris Stanley (Mad Men/In Plain Sight).

Synopsis for The Terrain:

After returning from war, two soldiers are recruited into a covert mission in Los Angeles and must decide how much of themselves they will leave on this new battlefield.

En Passant:

Written/Directed by Craig Wilson

A once tight knit group of friends, scarred by an accident that ended in death, perform a seance designed for forgiveness. The ritual opens a pathway that crosses over into the supernatural.

For more on the screening of SANTIAGO, and for the descriptions of THE TERRAIN and EN PASSANT, please visit:

http://filmcourage.com/content/film-courage-presents-santiago-january-30-2012

We hope to see you on Monday, January 30th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.!

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29.12.2011 | filmcourage's blog

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