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BIO
Lavelle Newman was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Chapman University’s Dodge Film School, completing their BFA in Screen-Acting program. Lavelle is currently self-taping auditions, writing, producing and directing short-films in collaboration with other artists.
Current Filmmaking Philosophy: It’s one thing to have a strong concept and a strong belief in what you want to do. At the same time, just because something is being created doesn’t mean it’s perfect, or even right. The truth is a lot harder. Any creative person has to be ready to modify , change, alter, chuck, or destroy an idea if it’s not working.
Played the lead role in “The Director’s Cut” a mumblecore slasher film currently being distributed thru Tubi. Played the lead role of “Othello” in Chapman University’s 2019 production of the Shakespeare play directed by the late Tom Bradac.
My short-film “MESSENGER” just recently won awards at Festival De Indie, an IMDb qualifying festival. “Critics Award” for Trailer Editing , “Winner” for Best Real Life Drama Film, & “Winner” for Best Young Director. “Award Finalist” for the 100 Films Retreat. “Best Debut Thriller Film” for the 24 Hours Film Challenge.
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PROJECTS
MESSENGER
A man is forced to decide between legacy and love.
A returning veteran struggles to care for his father while adjusting to being back home.
DIRECTORS CUT
A feature film murder mystery set in a video store past it’s glory days.
CYBOLICA
Three inmates awaken in a subterranean prison being hunted by a genetically modified creature.
