The short film “DaVinci” is currently in preproduction.
A young woman with super-power intelligence and a drinking habit finds a life changing relationship that leads to her true destiny.
Directed by Chuck Cranston
Written by Richard F. Russell
Cast
Shanna Sinow
Jace Nielsen
Shannon Knopke
Production planned for Fall 2025.
ABOUT THIS WEBSITE: This website showcases short film samples, mobile cinematography and still photography by Chuck Cranston.
Chuck is mostly known for his narrative PBS films “Lakota Vision”, “Story of Family”, and “Through Martha’s Eyes” that tell stories about Native American and African American culture. He is also known for his film “High Value”, a short narrative set in the future, that tells a story about how changes in climate and society have affected America by the year 2062. And he is additionally known for his early documentary film “Death of an Appaloosa”, which explores the mysterious death of a horse in Colorado in the late 1960s, which some have said was the work of extraterrestrials.
He has also done PBS documentaries about the need for conservation of groundwater in the Northern Plains, and the Native American struggle to protect salmon habitat for tribal fishing along the Skagit River in the Pacific Northwest.
Chuck’s award winning work has been seen at film festivals, nationally on PBS, and other film and television venues around the world.
The Photography Gallery exhibits artistic, nature and landscape scenics from the Great Plains to the Pacific Northwest and the Rocky Mountains.
The Mobile Film Gallery explores use of mobile (phone) cameras for cinematic expression and art.
In addition, there is a gallery featuring many behind-the-scenes images.
Chuck continues to pursue his artistic work in photography and film, with the short film “DaVinci” currently in preproduction.
Follow Chuck Cranston’s photography on Instagram @chuckcranston01