Intruder (2001)

This film is based on the first short story I sold, called "The Basement Apartment.” The story is about two young women who live in a high-crime neighborhood. Their challenge is not to let their fear of the unknown get the best of them.

I wrote the script and am credited as a producer. Producing involved asking for donations (including meals for cast and crew), working on set design, and working on the shoot. I had just a touch of experience in camera work (which included me saying, "How do I turn this thing on?"), lighting, and sound. I also was a stand-in and body double, as needed. One of the most important things I learned was how to tailor a script for a low budget and a small cast.

"Intruder"has been screened at :

• WorldCon (Noreascon Four), Boston on September 3 and4, 2004
• ReaderCon 15, Burlington, Massachusetts on Juy 11, 2003