Screenplays (completed)

The Doorman

Have you ever wondered whether an Emu farmer from Iowa could “make it” in the Big Apple? (Emu \e-mew\ n. a large, flightless Australian bird, similar to, but smaller than an ostrich)

After Billy Foster discovers his father died a hero New York City doorman, he leaves the farm to follow in his father’s footsteps. To make it, he must survive his boot camp instructor at the Doorman Academy, a drag queen roommate in the West Village and an unrequited love with the building owner’s daughter. (comedy)

The Doorman was a second rounder at the Austin Screenwriting Contest!

President Dad

Seventh-grader Josh Burke launches a campaign to get his dad elected president of the United States. In the process, he gets a dose of hard-nosed Washington politics and learns the value of family, friendship and being true to one’s self. (family/action)

The Bradley’s Family Safari

On the advice of his therapist, accountant Don Bradley takes his family on an African camping safari to earn some respect for himself and improve family dynamics. He must contend with an incompetent tour guide, a passenger in pursuit of his wife and the wilds of Africa to keep the family together and alive! (family/action/comedy)

Roaming

Music/Lyrics: David Barish
Drums/Vocals: Ben Simborski
Bass: Susan Potoroka
Guitar: David Barish