short film | sci-fi drama | 14 min.
executive producer Renée Veronica Freeman
producer Michael Vaughn Hernandez
producer Kally Khourshid
writer Darren Bailey
stars Renée Veronica Freeman and Folami Williams
Two sisters confront their differing views on genetic engineering as they prepare to leave Earth with the final human survivors.
Chromatography, centers around Nayae (Renée Veronica Freeman), a brilliant biologist working for a global task force to create a pill that genetically engineers the human body into its most efficient, healthy state. However, when Michelle (Folami Williams), a colleague before a sister, uncovers Nayae’s secret project to preserve the mental deviations that define humanity, tensions soar. In a high-stakes game of cat and mouse, Michelle must decide whether to expose Nayae’s dangerous secret or join her in a race against time to protect the essence of humanity.
stars Renée Veronica Freeman and Folami Williams
producer Michael Vaughn Hernandez
executive producer Renée Veronica Freeman
associate producer Kally Khourshid
director Michael Vaughn Hernandez
writers Darren Bailey and Renée Veronica Freeman
director of photography Rachael Rowan Hastings
assistant director David Hunter Jr.
assistant camera Denise Tomkinson
gaffer Olivia Riportella
production designer Amy Augustine
art director Stephanie Ottinger
makeup Artist Irma Vasquez
editor Kally Khourshid
colorist Calvin Bellas
post sound supervisor Alexander Verbitskiy
re-recording mixer Alexander Verbitskiy
sound mixer Jason Aaron Moran
action director Rufino Romero
storyboard artist Mike Pappa
special thanks to Al Letson special thanks to Brittany Nickolas
special thanks to Hillary Tuck
production company Creative Duet Media
When Jason broke off his longtime relationship, he got caught up in the bachelor lifestyle. Now his friends are settling down, leaving Jason the odd man out and feeling pressure to catch up.
Produced by Trell Woodberry, Sade Oyinade, Deshawn Plair, Brett Dismuke, Nikki Love. Directed by Michael Vaughn Hernandez. Starring Trell Woodberry, BJ Britt, Kareem Grimes, Laila Odom, Brely Evans, Jackée Harry, Tabitha Brown.
For the Love of Jason follows the modern experience of being single in your 30s from a male’s perspective.
Produced by Trell Woodberry, Sade Oyinade, Deshawn Plair, Brett Dismuke, Nikki Love. Directed by Michael Vaughn Hernandez. Starring Trell Woodberry, BJ Britt, Kareem Grimes, Laila Odom, Brely Evans, Jackée Harry, Tabitha Brown, Beverly Todd, Jessica Quintero, Kalilah Harris, Christol Lartey, Iker Amaya, Carl Gilliard, and Phoebe Holston.
Logline: A man confronts the weight of his past romantic experiences, delving into memories that surge forth like a tempestuous tide, seeking understanding and closure.
About the Film
“Pen in My Hand” explores the intricate dynamics of human connection as a man bravely confronts the ghosts of past relationships. Through a therapeutic journey, he unravels the tangled knots of his memories, reflecting on the fragility and resilience of the human spirit. Directed by Michael Vaughn Hernandez, this short drama offers a poignant look into vulnerability and self-discovery.
A star high school baseball player, whose love for the game has been tarnished by insurmountable pressure and expectations, is sent down a dangerous path to mental destruction with every step on the field.
After the death of their friend, six friends meet once a month for a year to honor his memory.
Stars: Brittney Clemons, Darryll Dunning, Carlos Coleman, Brea Hammonds, Clinton Roane, Simone Posey
Creator & Writer: David Hunter Jr.
Producer: Tatiana M. Johnson, Daniel K. Hunter, David Hunter Jr.
Executive Producer: Mark Harris & Antionette Long Harris
Director: Michael Vaughn Hernandez
DOP: Michael Babyak
MOMENTS: MOTHER | Short film: A woman looking for her kidnapped son finds one of the men who took him.
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short film | relationship drama | 8 min.
created and directed by Michael Vaughn Hernandez
written by Darren Bailey
stars Kally Khourshid and Rufino Romero
A woman challenges her husband on his decision to have a female friend stay over.
Evening dinner with husband and wife Nick and Mia. Mia breaks the silence to ask Nick when his friend Kristen is coming over. He happily answers the question, then apologizes for not letting Mia know sooner. Mia challenges him on this; she believes he’s known Kristen’s arrival time sooner but just decided to tell her now. Nick defends himself, saying it’s simply a friend who asked for a last-minute favor. Mia expresses doubt that his motivations for Kristen coming over are purely platonic. The game of chess continues until one of them lets their true feelings out in full painful honesty. This conversation explores the nuances of having a difficult conversation with someone you love but are deeply upset with at the same time.
stars Kally Khourshid and Rufino Romero
producer Creative Duet Media
creator and director Michael Vaughn Hernandez
writer Darren Bailey
director of photography Cass Chang
cam operator Taylor Balfour
production designer Alicia Taylor Tomasko
sound mixer James Raudabaugh
make up and hair Irma Vasquez
re-recording mixer Alexander Verbitskiy
foley studio Soundmaker Studio
foley artist Alvaro Aparicio
foley editor Vanessa Chuquiure
editor and colorist Creative Duet Media
location Klik Loft Studios
special thanks to Post Haste Digital
A young lover reminisces on his relationship. He pens a love letter as he explores the moments they shared. Memories of their first date to their first fight and the memorable moments between. As he falls down the rabbit hole of love his Bunny becomes the object of his affections.
Directed by Michael Vaughn Hernandez. Starring Matt Maddox and Diana Havrylyuk.
