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An award-winning, story-driven director, Doug has a passion for substantive entertainment that packs an emotional punch.

His tense drama Broken garnered much attention and praise for its delicate, honest treatment of rape survivors and counselors. The film received overwhelmingly positive reviews and is currently used as a teaching and therapy tool at various crisis centers throughout the United States and in the military.

The coming-of-age mystery Sleeping has shined worldwide on the festival circuit, being honored as the winner of several “Best” international awards, including “Best Director” and “Best Film” at the prestigious EuroShorts Film Festival. It was featured on BET’s Lens on Talent series and broadcast nationally on the Aspire Network. Doug is proud to have Sleeping licensed to many schools throughout the U.S., being implemented in English Literature studies to help broaden the imaginations of our children.

In addition to his directing work, Doug has also served as Producer, Production Manager, and Assistant Director on several independent productions. At Warner Brothers Television, with veteran production executive Rick Allen (“Friends”), he was involved in the production of the hit series “Supernatural,” “One Tree Hill,” “Men in Trees,” “Pushing Daisies,” “The Sarah Connor Chronicles,” “The Middle,” “The War at Home,” and the award-winning movie-of-the-week Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front.

Doug is recognized for a nuanced style of visual storytelling, strong performances, leadership ability, and creative agility. He is currently in development on several feature projects.

WITNESS TO BREATH  |  Coming in 2024

Based on the powerful short story by New York Times bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde (Pay It Forward).

A young woman living a dangerous life on the streets takes in an elderly dog left behind when his owner is killed in a robbery. Though not a dog person, their brief relationship changes her in ways she could never have expected.

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SLEEPING  |  Trailer

Based on the flash-fiction story by acclaimed author Katharine Weber, Sleeping is a coming-of-age tale about Harriet, who goes on her first babysitting job… and the parents tell her not to check on the baby. As the night unfolds, she’s brought to a cathartic moment of self-discovery.

Starring Tory Freeth, Brahman Salem, April Parker Jones, and Diane Hudock.


Awards:
Best Film & Best Director – EuroShorts 
Best Film & Audience Choice – Jersey Shore 
Best Film & Audience Choice – Asheville 
Best Film & Audience Choice –

BROKEN  |  Trailer

A rape victims’ advocate is challenged by her newest client’s horrific experience – and the line between client and advocate is blurred. Broken is a story of physical and spiritual survival.

Starring Maggie Rose Fleck, Casey Kramer, Mark Berry, Suzanne Tsai, Judy Kwon, Gwendolyn Druyor, and Robin Denis.

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