Private Project

The Deadman's Quarters

Tensions flare in a small town bar as two ex-employees return to collect their last paycheck - only to be met by its unruly proprietor.

  • Benicio Calo
    Director
    Client Call
  • Aaron Connor
    Producer
    Falling Up, The Shipment, Talent Show
  • Benicio Calo
    Writer
    Client Call
  • Wyatt Woods
    Production Designer
  • Simon Vaughan
    Cinematographer
  • Wyatt Woods
    Key Cast
    "Lex Russman"
  • Michael Mahoney
    Key Cast
    "John Aldano"
  • Roman Smith
    Key Cast
    " Hanson Blue"
  • Brad Midkiff
    Key Cast
    "Clyde Lyle"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Noir
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 15 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 25, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    600 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.4:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Cleveland State University
  • CSU FMA Student Film Festival
    Cleveland, Ohio
    United States
    May 10, 2023
    Best Lead Actor
Director Biography - Benicio Calo

Hi All! My name is Benicio Calo, and I was raised in Lorain, Ohio. Growing up, I always watched alot of movies and found them to be my escape from anything in life. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to fall in love with the art of filmmaking and cinema itself, and have found that this is what I would love to do for the rest of my life, as it’s not so often one can say they’re a filmmaker where I come from. As a Student Director, I aim to tell some of the pulpiest stories that I’ve heard be told during my years growing up in Northeast Ohio, and put them onto a screen for you, the audience to enjoy. Thanks for your time, and welcome to the Blue Room.

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