Film "Charity"

Film "Charity"

Working for the weekend....

Last weekend shot some footage for AMWD, and the voice overs for my role in the film CHASE!  This weekend we are shooting the final scenes for my character, Annie, in DIVORCED DUDES.  And looking forward to a new role in a film called SPADES, which will be shooting in June!  Details coming soon! 

I had a role in this Mike Hammer Audio CD now for sale on Amazon.com

To view the label, click on the photo above
I have a role in this audio episode.  To see credits, click on photo above. To purchase on Amazon, click here:  http://www.amazon.com/Encore-Murder-Adventures-Mickey-Spillanes/dp/B004NQ3L12/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2&qid=1301890218&sr=8-2

CHARITY finalist in film festival

CHARITY, an independent film that I had the lead role in, was accepted as a finalist in the Fort Myers Film festival. Fort Meyers, Florida.  The Film is set to premiere on March 26,27! 

http://fortmyersfilmfestival.blogspot.com/p/alliance-of-arts-programming.html
http://twitter.com/ericraddatz

Animated Film "Detective Downs 2" with Shenita Moore and Jose Rosete




3/9/12 - Update on Detective Downs 2  

Detective Downs 2 was just chosen to be part of the Video On Demand program for Shaw Cable--the cable company in Calgary, Canada. and will run for a whole year, starting from March 30th 2012 until April 1st 2013! Shenita Moore (has appeared on Gray's Anatomy), Jose Rosete (has appeared on The Mentalist, Ghouls), are other voices in the film, as well! I am the voice of Sheila Mercer, Detective Down's partner. Anthony Thurman is writer/director/animator and voice on Detective Downs!



3/10/11- 3 Screenings

"The Depression of Detective Downs 2: On Depression's Edge," written by Anthony Thurman.  I am the voice of Detective Downs' partner Sheila. 

Here is a link to the trailer:     http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZFUkgOx_6Q

Tuesday, April 5, 2011· 11:00am - 2:30pm :  There will be 3 showings of the 18 minute animated short film with a 30 minute Question & Answer Session after each screening. One person from each screening will win a signed 'Detective Downs 2' poster.  (7/8/9)




March 1st Drawing Winner

Congratulations, Star, winner of a $25 AMC movie theater gift card!! Contact me at rdomenz@yahoo.com!

Feb. drawing winner!

Congrats to Pat - winner of the Feb. 1st drawing~  Superbowl Snack set!  Contact me as soon as possible!  Too bad-  the Bears were so close to being in the Superbowl this year...  Hopefully next year!

Black Swan

"The biggest challenge for all actors is that you see yourself on a screen outside of your body and have to reenter your body to look at the world through your own eyes instead of at yourself... The one thing you have control over is having a great experience by doing your work fully." Natalie Portman, Black Swan interview, Jan issue Vogue mag.

Win a free $25 AMC movie theater gift card!

I was right, the Boomstick Films Christmas party was a blast!! Joe Estevez, Larry Thomas (who was Emmy nominated for his role as the Soup Nazi on Seinfeld), Mo Collins (who appeared in films Knocked Up and 40 Year Old Virgin, Arrested Development, Family Guy, Parks and Recreation) and Alex Skuby (who was a Chicago theater actor originally, and has since been on King of Queens, 24, CSI, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, etc) and Robert D'Zar (Maniac Cop film series, Tango and Cash, Not Another B Movie. etc) were all in attendance, as well as many other talented actors and filmmakers in the industry! Kudos John Wesley Norton and Karen Norton

And on another note, One follower a month will win a prize!! The first drawing will be Jan 1st! If you follow privately or publicly and you will be able to receive a prize if your name is drawn. First drawing will be Jan. 1st and the winner will receive a free $25 gift card to any AMC movie theater! :) Happy holiday shopping!!

Christmas Party!!

If you are looking for a good Christmas party this year, this is it!!

Attend the Boomstick Films Christmas party!!!! Click on the link below for all the details and check out the celebrity guest list! Stills (photos) from Boomstick Films' films signed by the actors will be auctioned off...Including one of me with Joe Estevez from Dr. Spine film! :) It's gonna be a blast!!

http://www.boomstickfilms.com/Party.html

Shot part of the intro of AMWD

This is a tiny bit of the intro for upcoming reality show AMWD. We shot other parts of it a few weeks ago and this week. (The other parts include me and my co-hosts). Looking forward to seeing the final intro!

Currently shooting on DIVORCED DUDES and INSPECTRES

Production is on-going for both features right now! Will continue through October for INSPECTRES and through November for DIVORCED DUDES!

FALLEN SOULS playing Wed. Sept. 22nd at 7pm at Ogden 6 Cinemas in Naperville


"COME SEE RENEE'S PERFORMANCE IN THE MOTION PICTURE PREMIERE OF FALLEN SOULS AT THE NAPERVILLE FILM FESTIVAL IN NAPERVILLE , IL ON SEPT THE 22ND BE PREPARED TO BE MOVED" This is a thriller feature film!

Theatre is located at:
1227 E. Odgen Ave. Naperville, IL 60563
Phone: 630-357-5050

Filming DIVORCED DUDES and INSPECTRES

Started shooting feature film DIVORCED DUDES ( a comedy) a couple of weeks ago. Most of shooting will take place in October! I have the role of Annie. InSPECTRES will start shooting in October! This is also a feature comedy/thriller. I have the role of Eva.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1705111/

Mike Hammer Episode - Stacy Keach (Bourne Identity, ER, etc) and Tim Kazurinski

Looking forward to my role in an episode of the Mike Hammer Radio Series starring Stacy Keach (Bourne Identity, ER, the Simpsons, American History X, etc) and Tim Kazurinski! (Written by Max Allen Collins who also wrote ROAD TO PERDITION starring Tom Hanks.) See photo at the recording in the photo gallery...

Fallen Souls Movie Premiere!

Feature film premiered April 16th, 2010 at the Portage Park Theater!!

Upcoming Projects

I will have a role in two independent (indie) films this summer! I am also hosting AMWD now and we have shot 2 episodes so far! Soon I will be posting a link. It's a reality show that will hopefully help some people out!

Upcoming Projects

I will be co-hosting a reality show pilot.... The show is being looked at by the networks... details to be disclosed later... Two other feature films I have had roles in, Dr. Spine and Reality Star with Joe Estevez, are in post-production and should be finished later this year, as well.  

"Fallen Souls" Feature film

I have the role of a reporter in this thriller film called "Fallen Souls". They should be finished with post-production by January 2010. Directed by Sal "Romello" Barcena, Knight Phoenix Productions. Stars Ric Arthur.

You can view the trailer at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9xJ2eORftI

"We Could Die Alone, Together" showing in Film Festival

"We Could Die Alone, Together" (a short film I have a role in) will play at Chicago Filmmakers Film Festival this Saturday, May 30 at 8pm in Andersonville! (Co-writer/Producer Nick Reise and Mario Valdivieso co-writer/director)!    


Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark, Chicago, IL 60640
773-293-1447

Tickets:  $8 General Admission, $7 Seniors and Students

Twilight Zone Radio Episode

I had a role in an episode of the Twilight Zone Radio Series.  Check out the post on Producer Carl Amari's blog.  He's also the producer of films and other great projects.  Make sure you scroll down to the Friday, January 23, 2009 date.

Independent Film - "78th Ward"

This is an independent movie. I played the role of Miki.

It's a short film that pokes fun at the daily office politics of a Chicago alderman's office.  Co-stars Mark Nilsson (you can catch him on 190 North Sundays at 10:30pm on abc) http://www.190north.com/bio_mark_frame.htm , the lovely and talented Safia Jalila, and awesome Kyle Miller. 

> Link to the film: "78th Ward" (Length: 10 minutes)

Note: This link will take you to a new webpage on YouTube.com

Director: Aiysha Johnson
Writer: Aiysha Johnson

Independent Vampire Film

I had the lead role of Lissa in this independent film about a girl fighting her destiny of becoming a vampire.


> Link to behind the scenes footage (Length: 4 minutes)




Here is a link to a trailer.... (copy and paste)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YHCOyMpxvo

Independent Film - "Charity"























I had the lead role of Donna in this independent film.

It's the story of a wealthy woman who learns a lesson in humanity while on vacation. This was shot on location on a small island off the coast of Florida.



***  This film is now available on dvd.  If you would like to purchase a copy for $10 (including shipping), send your address to shelli@shelliwright.com  

Director: Joe Caballero
Writer: Shelli Wright
Producer: David Bankston
Editor: Bill Colletti

Independent Film – "Vacant"

This is an independent movie I starred in and helped produce.

It's the story of a cop, obsessed with revenge, hunting for the criminal who shot his partner and kidnapped his son. I play his wife, Rachel. Jack Nolan was played by Simeon Henderson.

My performance won "Best Supporting Actress" from the 2006 MicroCinema Film Festival – the premier was at the Gene Siskel Film Center in Chicago.

Writer/Director: Brian McQuery
Click here to watch a clip from the film Vacant

Independent Film- "Batman Black and White"





Director: Christopher SchraderWriter: Christopher Schrader I played Selina Kyle aka Catwoman in this independent
slightly darker version of Batman. This film has some great characters in it! (Length: 1 hour, 13 Minutes) http://27thletterproductions.com/films/batman-black-white Note: Click on the link above. This link will take you to a new webpage. *This movie is for mature audiences only.

Independent Film - "Ladies First"

I played the role of Laurie in this independent movie.

This was shot on location in Chicago and Tinley Park, IL.

click here to view film (Length: 8 Minutes)

Note: This link will take you to a new webpage on facebook. You must be logged into a facebook account to view the film.

Director: Christopher Onagan
Writer: John Vanis and Christopher Onagan

An early reel

This is a low-res highlights reel of my early work including a Metra Train TV Commercial and clips from several independent films.

Bye for now


Photo by Brian McConkey