I am asked all the time if Lost Dream is autobiographical. I usually pause before I

answer finding myself retreating into a little emotional bubble. I typically respond that at some point we all make decisions about our life that potentially compromise our dreams or beliefs.

Perry represents a part of me that never wants to give in to compromise. The

character stands on a cliff each morning questioning the path he is on and is scared of the person he might turn into. His conviction runs deep prompting thoughts of suicide. I share that struggle and with Lost Dream I wanted to epitomize those moments in life where those changes occur. Perry and Giovanni are designed to be polar opposites from the perspective of free will versus destiny but both have reached a point where it’s their turn to take the next step forward in their lives. For many that is the hardest part of maturation. There are drugs, relationships, sex, artistic expression and periods of experimentation, which are all represented in the film.  Lost Dream should feel raw, in the moment, and portray the decisions and choices we make as young adults that are usually more life affirming but not always the smartest. Scenes where drugs are used to moments of struggle and intimacy should exude honesty.

I chose to set Lost Dream on a college campus, as this is the time where most individuals are in a period of great transition and exposed to a diversity of characters, thoughts and ideas.

Lost Dream, though dark, is truly a story of courage, change and hope.