THE DARK SIDE OF LOVE
a HOLLYWOOD INDEPENDENTS production
Writer, Director, Producer: Jorge Ameer
SYNOPSIS
Jorge Ameer's most disturbing film tells the story of two brothers: a gay waiter with a crush on an eligible bachelor and a drug addict brother's abusive relationship spiralling out of control with his girlfriend. Both estranged from each other, they must plan funeral arrangements of their recently deseased mother as their rage and prejudices consume their incindiary relationship.
ABOUT THE FILM
Three relationships, two brothers, and a mother who'll change their lives forever. Preparing for the death of a parent is never easy. It does'nt matter how long you've planned for it When the occassion does arrive, it can be very difficult, taxing and hearthbreaking. Tempers will flair and emotions will run high, but deep down it is the love of siblings that will keep the family together during these tough times, or will it? "The Dark Side of Love" explores deep rooted feelings, inner prejudices and rage as four people are put to the test in this new drama from filmmaker Jorge Ameer. 
Eligible bachelor Steven seeks his future wife through donating himself for a children with cancer charity. A very lucky lady will get to spend five days and four nights with him. However, Things don't go as planned. He meets Julian who's on the eve of preparing funeral arrangements for his recently deseased mother. Both Julian and Steven are trying to figure out what to do with each other for the next couple of days. Michael has been estranged from his brother Julian. His visit will incite Julian who's had to deal with the dissentegration of his family due to his brothers drug addiction. A very moving story we can all relate to, nothing has prepared you for what you are about to see. Enter the unique world of Julian, Michael, Chanel and Steven. Love is universal, but can it mend bleeding hearts?
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OFFICIAL CAST
JULIAN (STARRING): CARLOS SALAS
MICHAEL (STARRING): JASON SUSAG
STEVEN (STARRING): HARSHA FIRST
CHANEL (STARRING): RAQUEL ROSSER
THE DARK SIDE OF LOVE CREDITS
a Hollywood Independents production in association with Continuum Pictures
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JULIAN - Carlos Salas
STEVEN SOMMERS – Harsha First
CHANEL – Raquel Rosser
MICHAEL – Jason Susag
LADY VANESSA – Marcelle Lee
FUNERAL ATTENDANT – Torie Tyson
MAYA – Kerr Seth Lordygan
MRS. WINNIE – Anthea Orlando
AUCTIONEER - Jorge Ameer
AUCTION MEMBERS
Paul Ingana
Andrea Johnson
Connie Moss
Bobby Rae Potts
Joel Rieck
Cindy Watson
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Jorge Ameer
Danny Torres
James Duval
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
Mark Le Bonte
1rst ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Matthew Roth
CASTING
Ramon Estrada
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
1rst ASSITANT CAMERA
Zach Voytas
2 nd ASSISTANT CAMERA
Jesse Snider
KEY MAKE UP ARTISTS
Victorio Esparza
ADDITIONAL MAKE UP
Shane Tsurugi
MAKE UP PROVIDED by
Sephora – Hollywood & Highland
GAFFERS
Chritian Janss
Ben Spiegelman
KEY GRIP
Scott Collins
SWING/ELECTRIC
Stian Kolsing
GRIP
Stephanie Choi
SOUND MIXER
Dana Ferguson
BOOM OPERATORS
Phillip Johnson
Jeremy Mc Cormick
INSURANCE
Galescreek
INSURANCE BROKER
Brigitt Whitescarver
35mm RAW STOCK
Kodak
PRODUCTION SERVICES PROVIDED BY
Berkeley Avenue Productions
Wooden Nickel
Cinelease
Ametron Electronics
VENDOR SERVICES FOR AMETRON
Victor Padilla
VENDOR SERVICES FOR BERKELEY AVENUE
Craig McNelley
PRODUCT SERVICES PROVIDED BY
HX Media
LOCATIONS
Casa Granada – San Diego
West Hollywood Methodist Church
The Big Kitchen
Showcase Theaters
Park Manor Suites
CATERING
The Big Kitchen
PRODUCTION CHEF – Mark Dallas
CATERING PRODUCER – Judy Beauty Forman
FILM/CATERING LIASON - Marcia Forman
CATERING STAFF
MOTION PICTURE PROCESSING
Ascent Media Laboratories
Robert Dennis
CINETECH/ASCENT MEDIA LABORATORY
Kevin Isago
CINETECH/ASCENT MEDIA LABORATORY
Continuum Pictures
TEASER CREATION
James Duval - Producer
TEASER PRODUCTION
Danny Torres - Producer
SPECIAL THANKS
Michael Schoel
ARIZTICAL ENTERTAINMENT
Patric Stillman
SAN DIEGO MEDIA ARTS CENTER
Peter Nadam
CASKETS FOR LESS
Gail Sanchez
KODAK
Scott Imler
CRESCENT HEIGHTS METHODIST CHURCH
HOLLYWOOD LIBERTY HOTEL
Pat Miller
FRIEDEL CATERING
John Lambert
REGENT ENTERTAINMENT
Helene Nielsen Beal
REGENT ENTERTAINMENT
Jason Hoban
SHOWCASE THEATER
Jamie
U-HAUL
Jennifer Laurent
ATT: DARK SIDE OF LOVE 1335 North La Brea # 2197, Hollywood, California 90028