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Jeffrey must travel to hell itself to save the one he loves in this noir fantasy, presented by USC's cinema fraternity.

Watch in High-Def HERE http://youtu.be/cGGIdGAMsXs

Please 'Like' the Facebook page HERE https://www.facebook.com/CrescentHills.Queen

The Story:

'The Queen of Crescent Hills' follows Jeffrey, a lonely kid who wishes that his life were more like Chinatown or The Maltese Falcon. Jeffrey becomes fascinated with Persephone, a wise girl who is skeptical of recently being named Prom Queen. A power-hungry sadist, Lance is throwing a party to celebrate being named Prom King. But every King needs his Queen... Realizing that Persephone's being dragged into darkness, Jeffrey must take action for the first time in his life. Is he ready to descend into hell itself to save the one he loves? 

What it's about:

This is a story about growing up and confronting reality. About taking action and risking yourself. About how dreams can both influence and represent our subconscious. 

This film creates a surreal world based on mythology but centered on true human emotions. It's a mythological documentary, as Kubrick would say. A true visual feast. 

Drawing diverse influences from Blue Velvet and Blade Runner to Heathers, 'The Queen of Crescent Hills' is an ambitious project from a collective of passionate college students. 

It's a lot to take on, but we have the vision and the drive. We just need your help.

Who Are We?

Delta Kappa Alpha, USC's professional cinema fraternity. An organization founded in 1936 with alumni like George Lucas and honorary members such as Alfred Hitchcock, James Stewart, Billy Wilder, and countless other legends.

             CAST:

Roy Parker- Jeffrey Hermanson

Rachel Weber- Persephone

Patrick Reilly- Lance Sedah

Nate Werner- Ben Lakowicz 

             CREW:

Cassie Casino- Director

Sam Schulte- Writer/ Producer

Mikayla Cowley- Associate Producer

Clarisse Wiedem- Associate Producer / Casting Director

Lanie Siegel- Associate Producer

Madeline Berger- Director of Photography

Will Ilgen- Assistant Camera

Alex Vazquez- Assistant Director

Melisa Dougherty- 2nd Assistant Director

Sara Worth- Script Supervisor

Allison Dejulius- Production Designer

Olivia Alva- Set Dresser

Connor DeSha- Composer 

Sydney Marquez- Costume Director

Thalia Ertman- Hair Stylist

Katrina Sawhney- Makeup Artist

Hannah Escobar- Assistant Hair and Makeup / Graphic Artist

Aaron Adkins- Key Grip

Tim Heaphy- Grip

Joshua Kadish- Gaffer

Sydney Bernardo- Production Assistant

Gillian Miller- Production Assistant

 

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