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Move your mouse over the title slides to see which videos are available for viewing. To view videos, click on the corresponding picture which will open up a new browser, and take you to my video directory. From there, RIGHT CLICK and SAVE TARGET AS on the title of the video you which to save & then view. Be warned: download time may be quite lengthy because of high quality of video files. Thanks very much for taking the time to check out my videos, and huge thanks to Shelly for hosting the videos. Videos are arranged from newest to oldest, top to bottom. Any and all feedback is always appreciated (as you’re about to read), and my e-mail address is available at the bottom of the page. Thanks for your interest and your visit!

Que Es? MAJOR SPOILERS IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN SERENITY!! Now that you've been warned ... this is a 9 minute, 42 second general tribute to the Firefly/Serenity verse set to Avenged Sevenfold's "Strength of the World." The video focuses on the stories of Simon & River, Mal, and Zoe while taking much briefer looks at Shepard Book, Jayne, Kaylee, Wash, and Inara.

Que Es? This is a look at the love story of Padme & Anakin. The video examines the sacrifices made for each other, with particular focus on how far Anakin went for love. Seeing as this relationship did not really come across well in the films thanks to wooden dialogue, this particular montage of clips put to the perfect song, "What I Did For Love" from A Chorus Line, actually DOES convey the sense of true love and romance that was totally lacking in the movies.

Que Es? From the Lord of the Rings trilogy, this video features Sam and Frodo. Rufus Wainwright's version of "He Ain't Heavy (He's My Brother)" provides a perfect, sweeping backdrop for this video which examines the very real and strong bond of friendship, nay, brotherhood that is shared between Sam & Frodo. I think it is one of my best works, so I would really appreciate hearing ANY and all thoughts from you on it, thanks so much!

Que Es? From the Evil Dead movie series. This is a video I made to honor a great screen hero that a lot of rumors have been circulating around recently, Ash has been the topic of conversations between some of my friends for a while and I just thought I'd make a video for him. Sorry if it's too vulgar with the song or gore but it wasn't easy to find a good song for such a legend but I hope those fans will enjoy. Rated R for Graphic Violence, Gory Imagery, and Strong Language.

Que Es? It dawned on me that Halloween is coming up and I thought that I should make a good vid just to mark the occasion. I just started making this vid and before I knew it I was done, now that I look at it, it may not be that good, but for those who watch I hope they enjoy it. For those who are sensitive to some imagery, as I learned doing the "Holiday" program at school, this vid was meant for entertainment and is not meant to insult anyones religious beliefs. Rated R for Imagery and Mature Content.

Que Es? The greatest feuds, the best fights don't ever really die..... they evolve! Spike and Angel are so alike, both vampires with souls, both "champions" who have saved the world, and both with a love for a woman destined to be a slayer of vampires. From the beginning, hundreds of years ago ... they butted heads. Now with the fate of the world on their shoulders, they fight the good fight.... against each other!

Que Es? A BUFF STUDLY/LoL Production!! NOTE: description written by my sister. That’s right, CJ & I have FINALLY co-produced our first vid. It’s something I’ve been DYING to do for-ev-er, and something he never wants to do again, I’m sure! It’s our entry into the JUNE competition over at the Show Your Quality LORD OF THE RINGS Video Challenge (click on graphic to be taken to the site). The theme for June was LOSS, so we examined that theme via “saying goodbye,” as the title describes, not only in its literal form, but in the form of death as well. This turned out to be a much more DIFFICULT challenge than we originally anticipated. We went through about 4 or 5 songs before inspiration struck CJ and he came up with the one we used in this final version. Now, it IS unique and it MIGHT catch you off guard....might even put you OFF of the vid at first. BUT...we ask that you please trust us, give us a chance, watch it through to the end. Hopefully, by then, you’ll see why we chose the song, how well it DOES fit the theme, and how we managed to incorporated it into the workings of the trilogy. If not, though, that’s ok too. They can’t all be winners, right? But, we happen to like the way it came out. And if you do, we’d love to hear from you!! As always, thanks for any/all feedback!

Que Es? I was reeling from the recent Series Finale of Angel the Series. To deal with the pain in a constructive manner, I thought vidding would be a good way to exorcise the grief. Then I went to see SHREK 2, and I was hit with inspiration! I got to work right away and have produced a look at “old school Angel.” Using clips main from Seasons 1 & 2 of Angel (and a few from Season 7 of Buffy), here is an action packed video which I hope illustrates just why Angel is, was, and always will be a great hero! Was I successful? Why don’t you send me some feedback and let me know?

*Art created by Anna

“Thank You For Being a Friend”

Que Es? I participated in the SHOW YOUR QUALITY VIDEO CHALLENGE for the month of March. The challenge was to make a Lord of the Rings video to a mini-series or television theme song! Here’s my entry, “Thank You For Being a Friend” featuring the duo of Sam and Frodo. Hope you enjoy, and please, as always, feel free to SEND FEEDBACK MY WAY! Thanks .

*Art created by Alynn
“A Kiss At the End of the Rainbow”

Que Es? I am a huge fan of the Christopher Guest “mockumentaries.” If you haven’t seen Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, or A Mighty Wind, y’all do NOT know what you’re missing! Fantastic movies, and comedy at its very finest. A Mighty Wind was a bit of a departure from the “normal mockumentary” in that it had quite a few legitimate catchy tunes since it was a movie about folk singers. One such song, “A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow,” is not only very sweet and moving, but lyrically gorgeous as well. So, the other night while watching the Oscars, inspiration as I realized during Eugene Levy’s & Cathrine O’Hara’s performance of the Academy Award nominated song how PERFECT it is for vidding! So, me and my sister decided to each make a vid dedicated to Aragorn & Arwen of the Lord of the Rings trilogy using the song since the lyrics fit SO well, and here’s my version! Hope you enjoy. Any/all feedback welcome.

*Art created by Marilyn

“Hero”

Que Es? NOTE: this vid description written by my sister, Sonia. My brother, CJ, has always been better than me at ALL artistic ventures. So I wasn’t surprised when he began vidding as a hobby, and thoroughly kicked my butt with his first Buffy/Angel video (without having watched either show religiously, mind you!). He and I are both big Lord of the Rings fans, more so now that Return of the King was released. Since I’m in such a fanatical state about the trilogy/stories, I’ve been dying to try my own hand at an LotR related vid, and unfortunately all my vid muses are on vacation! So, I asked CJ to make an Aragorn tribute video for me, and I’m beyond glad I did. It’ll definitely be re-worked once RotK is at his disposal, but until then, he’s produced a really brilliant, action packed look at the rightful heir to the throne of Gondor. Through the use of various clips from Fellowship of the Ring/The Two Towers, CJ examines the character of Aragorn, and what drives him. CJ’s greatest strength when it comes to vidding is his impeccable sense of timing. Take special note of it in this video, whether it be as simple as vidding to the beat of the song, or as intricate as timing eye movements to go in perfect sync with lyrics/music!! I can only stand in awe of what a great editor he is . I ask that you take a look at the vid, and let us know what you think. FEEDBACK, PEOPLE!! PLEASE send it (direct to him would be best as his e-mail is available in the credits right at the end, use PAUSE if it’s going by too quick) because he thrives on it!! Thank you .

*Art created by Dust
“Worlds Collide...Again”

Que Es? Angel the Series Season 5 Preview video. Again: Two vampires with an unusual kinship forged decades upon decades ago. What will happen when two old brethren meet again? Both with souls, and a love for the same woman? Season 5 of Angel gets a touch of Sunnydale, and a load of trouble.

*Art created by Ducks
“Champions”

Que Es? Both would decide they would love each other. Fate decided they'd be champions destined to fight the good fight, and destined for worlds apart. A slayer and a vampire a love that was forbidden, a relationship doomed.... A destiny to be Heroes.... To be Lovers.... To be Champions....

CJ’s Vidding Awards
For Champions starring Angel and Buffy:

For Hero starring Aragorn:

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