THE LIGHTKEEPER | Omeleto

[@frankybarra6067]

To be able to pull this much talent out of just a few short lines and such a short piece of artistic work amazes me. Both actors were fabulous. Thank you !!!

[@dreamermagister8561]

YES! The reason I am fasicanated by the short stories too.

[@barbararipani1331]

So damn true

[@fredhannum4015]

I have enjoyed the work of both actors. I got to meet Bruce Davison a couple of years ago, both he and his wife were very nice and I feel lucky to have met them.

[@zoeyzo5001]

Brilliant brought a lot of pain inside me, and made me cry. My father who passed away last year was an alcoholic and watching the scene of her father and her brought a lot of memories that were sad and hurtful, but the loss of him brings more pain for the emptiness his loss has brought. I love you dad always and forever ❤

[@polinakrasnopolskaya9859]

Do you know why drinking men are still attractive in movies? Because they’re not actually drunk. In real life it’s a lot harder to find warm feelings when your dear father is an alcoholic, even if it’s with the best intentions.

[@drd.n4695]

Yes, while the man I dated in the past was dunking himself with alcohol to handle his pain, I thought of my own father and brother that handled their pain differently. I thought of the men from the lower socioeconomic strata again dunk themselves. And I kinda felt lost. Because I am equally aware how self-destructive this man I dated is ... Must I look at all coping in one light? Must I ignore the class differences that defined my life so far? Must I approach a being that will never process his life and emotions but simply take to sabotage? I simply close my eyes and request my thoughts to leave me alone 💗

[@adamclark9253]

@@drd.n4695 that’s a good idea,, your thoughts are fowl and bring me down..

[@jessicadean2357]

@@adamclark9253 fowl= a bird, I’m assuming you meant foul.... I believe you are foul for commenting on her reply like you did.

[@adamclark9253]

@@jessicadean2357 that's to bad,,, I gave an honest opinion and it ran afoul of your thoughts. I wasn't rude in any way,,, just stated it made me sad... You felt woke enough to belittle my comment? That really says alot about your character. I honestly feel bad for you and hope you heal from whatever demons are inside you

[@christinewalsh3043]

@@drd.n4695 There are men of all socioeconomic classes that abuse alcohol.

[@Mark-yb1sp]

My 81 yr old dad shared some childhood pain to me in secret. I was so shocked that I didn’t know what to say except that I was sorry. I have 3 other brothers who don’t know to this day and never will. My dad is who he is today because of way back when. I was afraid of him growing up and now I understand his pain. I love my dad more than ever.

[@lizziem]

It's a shame you won't/can't share it with your siblings so they can truly understand him too.

[@lowrider81hd]

I felt that. My dads father was a cold hard man who had lots of affairs. He cheated on his wife so much, she lost her mind, to which my dad’s father reacted by committing her to an asylum for the insane and for the rest of her life, my grandmother was kept there and drugged with tranquilizers until she died in the 1960’s. My dad grew up without his mother, and was beaten by his dad, made to sleep outside in the shed as his father moved in one woman after another. My dad said WW2 was a relief for him, as he could leave his father and fight the Germans. A cause he could believe in, and help him forget where he came from. Yes, our fathers and our mothers all have stories to tell. Fascinating stories. Kids always think their parents had no life before they came along... 😅

[@feedbac8751]

Thanks for sharing.

[@delmusingle2338]

I think you understood this story well.

[@stormandroid11]

Thank you for sharing ✨

[@kelticpaddler]

Tragic, brutal but beautifully acted by them both. Left me wanting more. Well done everyone

[@MisterG2323]

We all know Davison's a fine actor, but Ms Steedle holds her own very nicely. This was a solid piece of work, kudos to all involved.

[@david203]

I wish they had thought of including captions in the production, so those with poor hearing could hear all the dialog.

[@MisterG2323]

Thanks for the comment, since it got me to watch this gem again.

[@eugenetswong]

@@david203I agree about the captions. That being said, I think that the dialog isn't as important in this film. That being said, I'm still not clear on the relationship.

[@eugenetswong]

i like their acting a lot. I began to wonder if it was improvised, because it felt very natural. I love and hate both characters.

[@david203]

@@eugenetswong You're probably able to hear very well. So you can say that the dialog is unimportant. Perhaps if you had hearing problems, you would not say things like that. Those of us who are hard of hearing often feel that we are missing something, and often we are correct. We sometimes react in a self-centered way that does not reflect our innate compassion and goodness, as you so well demonstrated. As to their relationship, the only one that makes full sense is that of daughter and father. Both have lived apart and learned through the school of hard knocks, and are now trying to relate to each other as best they can.

[@pastorpresent1]

Good to see Bruce Davison again. Splendid actor.

[@ronlauser2517]

Me too. I remember the first time I saw him in the original "Willard" back in the 70's.

[@maxmason6053]

I like him. He'll be 75 this June and still kickin' it... Remember him as Wyck on Seinfeld ?? " Many many monies " ( 1996-97 )

[@rodneyaciajr.2005]

I talked with my dad one day about his life growing up, the things I learned that day blew my mind. The things my dad and his sisters went through (my aunties), made me cry, I have so much respect and love them even more now for what they went through. Love your parents please

[@davidowens5898]

Isn't remarkable what a handful of truly talented, dedicated people can accomplish in a mere 16 minutes and 45 seconds? Fabulous.

[@delmusingle2338]

She finally got to tell him her feelings ........... The release of pain soften her heart..........

[@Thedailysideshow]

Such a powerful film. Sometimes we say what we really feel without any forethought to the pain it may cause. Words can cut deep.

[@bendia77]

Sincerely glad I waded through the opening minutes. All poignant stories unfold in due time. BRAVO!!

[@donnawoodford6641]

Young people in general don't know their parents' childhood stories. Knowing their familial upbringing and cultural/societal influences might broaden understanding of our parents, and thereby see them in a different light. We might give elders more compassion as a result of knowing their traumas.

[@lorieharris2776]

Trauma is not an excuse to abuse, be permitted to abuse, or accept abuse. It is possible to have compassion for a person who has suffered, but not allow them to give you suffering in return. It is possible to suffer trauma and not accept that will be the legacy you give.

[@jenniferharden2258]

Well said... Coming from a 58 year old misunderstood mom

[@terywetherlow5980]

@@lorieharris2776 True, yet who goes first?

[@daschundloverable]

@@terywetherlow5980 It starts with you.

[@terywetherlow5980]

@@daschundloverable how about it starts with education?

[@chetyoubetya8565]

It's not enough to justify the harm you do to others by blaming your back story or leaving a note or giving a death bed apology

[@Stasiaflonase]

This was so indicative of my mom’s last two years dealing with dementia. My family and I took care of her.

[@suraya1224]

I remember in my 20s, I saw a movie, "The Summer Of My German Soldier", starring Bruce Davison & Kristy MacNichol. He was a young American girl's 1st crush, & he called her "liebchen". I never forgot that sweet movie. Now I'm 70, & I instantly recognized him, in this film. Great to see him again in this work!

[@ikeeptime]

His last book, dedicated to her, will finally resolve for her much of the underlying reasons he treated her as he did. And she realizes he lived a tragic young life too.

[@gemstar7286]

I still don't understand why he treated her badly?, is he a useless dad or an alcoholic or what?.

[@LabGecko]

@@gemstar7286 Just yet another man who has no idea how to express his emotions, so he lashes out any time he's afraid or confused. This could just be me reading things into it, but it also seemed like he might have early onset Alzheimer's. Seemed to forget and reset a few times.

[@gemstar7286]

@@LabGecko Yeah you might be onto something, or he's just a contakerous old man stuck in his ways .

[@jacobe8688]

What a privilege, to watch this theatre-play quality short film on my own screen and free. Thank you to all involved in this inspired production.

[@brendasorrelles3253]

May our misperceptions of the past be washed away in storm while the lightkeeper known through the clarity of our heart bringing us back home renewed, refreshed with new eyes. Lovely story in all its elements so raw. Thank you.

[@lorifive]

Please write a book ! Beautiful sentiment.

[@MAILLADY2010]

Yes! Please write a book!!

[@zoharaakthar8733]

Write a book! Write a book! Write a book!

[@Dr.Pepper001]

Oh my my. Isn't that special.

[@MAILLADY2010]

@@Dr.Pepper001 As a Southern woman, "Aren't you special".

[@detrajackson5992]

As a retired miliary vet the "as you were corporal who ha" got me.

[@siss4861]

*Im not crying, its just tears*

[@mishie618]

The movies you choose just get better and better... This was so touchingly heartwrenching.. I loved it in a very sincere and honest way, if that makes any sense. I can so relate. I'm still wiping the tears away❤💧

[@MAILLADY2010]

Love your pic!

[@dotcomlim]

Those who can relate will be choosen for the movie series

[@ogauger1834]

Brilliant. Beautifully written, acted, lighted and captured on video. People can only give what they are capable of giving. By the time we learn that truth, so much water will have flowed under the bridge and over the dam; so much damage will have been done.

[@maryjoandbillbrown4259]

Absolutely outstanding!!! We've watched it over and over again and continue to find little nuances which make it more meaningful to us. We are retired, on social security and can easily relate to the story line. We can't understand why its not already in production.

[@novacorps2468]

Am I right to assume that he has dementia, and that the daughter is still trying to salvage whatever is left of their relationship, even if he can't remember?

[@detrajackson5992]

🤔

[@jenn254]

I was thinking alcohol induced dementia. He was pretty young.

[@thommysides4616]

WOW...good thought there. I really thought she came back into his life after the mother died etc and he never saw her as an adult.

[@zombiasnow1565]

Yea, I thought Alzimers(excuse the mispell)

[@amybowen5800]

Wet brain. They drink so much it makes them eventually seem disabled I've seen it so many many times

[@SCBJQ]

I love Bruce Davison. I've had a crush on him since I was a young child. Brilliant actor!

[@xlr8r2010]

These short films are fantastic....I watch a few every day, they are really good.

[@Jeff-by4zw]

I wish this was a full length movie.

[@k3rc4]

I've seen both of these actors in movies or TV, and I'm not surprised at all, they are great at their craft

[@DanielFHarb]

Absolutely Brilliant. Both Actors did a superlative job. Well written, and very well filmed. ( I had to watch the “Explosive yelling scene” 5 times over, it was that mesmerizing!!). Thank you so much! Bravo!!! ~Daniel

[@felipelotas5609]

What an amazing acting duel...Both of them are superb. Impossible to think about any better than this level of commitment and acting skills. Got me from the very first line and took to heaven. Thanks from Bilbao, Spain.

[@SpringoStar]

Cliff Hanger X two! Bravo! So want more! This one should become a completed movie or a series. Absolutely Splendid work!

[@doug.a.2665]

..my childhood was a nightmare of beatings inflicted on me, my brother and mother by a brutal father ..growing up I realized that there was nothing I could ever do to please him ..later in life he said to me "I don't know what you want of me"! ..and I told him that "if you don't know that by now you never will and I'm not going to tell you" ..he was 80 at the time when I said that to him and I never talked to him again after that ..all I wanted from him was an apology which I never got because that would have meant an admission of wrong doing and guilt ..something that he would never have admitted to. He died at 83 not knowing what I wanted ..people have said to me years later "don't you feel bad for not talking to your father befor he died? I tell them "No" the only regret I have is that I didn't do it sooner! My old man never changed ..he was the same SOB right up to age 80 ...some people should never be allowed to have kids. If I had it to do over again I would have put the SOB in the ground when I was still young ..the way I look at it now is that the SOB escaped to the grave.

[@drakeequation521]

I like the story to be short and to leave me wondering. Getting an answer to what comes next would just destroy the wonderment. Not knowing the outcomes in Omeleto is what tickles my curiosity.

[@danielhanawalt4998]

A beautiful tale of life, past mistakes and forgiveness. I may have missed something and didn't catch if he was her father or if her father had been a sorry father and she was lashing out at the one who was there at a moment of intense emotion. Either way, she found forgiveness. We all have and indeed must have the capacity for forgiveness. Great job. Touched things in own life. One of your best if not THE best I've seen yet.

[@davidowens5898]

He was her father. That was clear.

[@danielhanawalt4998]

I think you're right. Important part is forgiveness. Forgiving and being forgiven allows us to move forward with out the baggage. @@davidowens5898

[@darlenemazzone7200]

This short is SOOO good. Please ya'll make it into a full feature so we can find out WHAT HAPPENS!!!!

[@blakkat4126]

I have to say that all of these Omeleto videos are well-acted and well-done. Some of them can be turned to a tv series, IMO.

[@davidowens5898]

That could ruin them. Better to savor them as is. Hard to improve upon perfection.........

[@jomoland]

Man this actor has been around for a while. He’s in a ton of 80’s and 90’s movies but for some reason the only movie name that comes to mind at the moment is Xmen.

[@marioncarr8831]

I think his first ever movie was the original "Ben", the story about a rat. I have enjoyed all of Bruce's work throughout the decades!!!

[@daimonmarioperez9501]

I think he was in the movie Ben, Bruce Davidson. He's been around since the 70's

[@Miamiflow885]

I dated a girl in 2017, her dad always told her, he never wanted a daughter, he even gave her a boys name. he never showed her love or caring, just verbal abuse. when I started dating her, she was so wounded, she wouldn't let her walls down, nor show how she really feels

[@Miamiflow885]

@Teena Courtney I broke it off right after Christmas 2017, she never opened up, I think she saw me being a male like her dad, she couldn't confide in me. I wish we were still together, I miss my best friend every single day. but it wasn't a healthy relationship. after the breakup, she started searching for a new guy without hesitation

[@timmycrackz]

@@Miamiflow885 How are you coping almost a year later buddy?

[@amuthaoly1590]

I feel for the daughter in this video. I would have said the same thing and i would have left if i had a parent like that. Still she had tried despite her parent's hardened heart. It is time that she had invested her efforts in others whom deserve it, failing that, there is always God.

[@victorcabanelas]

Great one! Maybe it's 'cause I have people with mental illnesses in my family, but this one hit really close. Unrelated but, if you're having seafood, don't drink wine, go for beer. It tastes sooooo much better!

[@choppa7404]

Do you have any idea what mental illness he might have?

[@victorcabanelas]

@@choppa7404 Not only he, but maybe she was the one with the illness (or both of them). That said, one of my grandmoms has dementia and the other one has Alzheimer's and, to be frank, the problem's not to be able to have a conversation with them, but to be able to communicate on basic stuff. Personally (and I know I'm biased), the thing that got me was having a conversation with someone who doesn't know what the other person's talking about. That said, to answer your question: I have no idea, I'm not a doctor. I speak only from the frustration of trying to talk to a loved one and getting a blank.

[@choppa7404]

@@victorcabanelas Yea, I understand where you're coming from. I have the same problem with my father. I know something's not right with him because he repeats past events so much like it's new and he has never told us before, over and over and over. He forgets and argues with everyone whenever he's not able to locate his stuff. You can never really hold a decent conversation with him and he feels as if everyone's after him and his stuff. He went from being a wonderful Father who we could come to with our concerns to a grumpy man who argues from the rising of the sun until the going down. Really impacted our relationship and drove away all his family. I love him without a doubt but idk what to do since he doesn't want help and nobody really knows the next step. They say it's because he's getting older hence the reason for his forgetfulness and grumpy-ness but I belive it's more to it. This guy reminds me a little of him, his actions. It really does hit home for me.

[@victorcabanelas]

@@choppa7404 Oh, I forgot: Also, try to find someone to talk about this on a regular basis. I don't know why, but it helps to say this stuff out loud.

[@bdWongsWang]

The Messenger I’m 56, so I know what it feels like to start being forgetful about certain things, but in my opinion, your father repeating stories he thought he’d never told you along with his argumentative behavior (which I gather is something he did not do before?) may indicate dementia, perhaps even Alzheimer’s-with the discord and irritability. I’m so sorry you and your family are going through this.

[@LillikoiSeed]

Some stories are worth being known more than once

[@kryer981]

I had the pleasure of contributing to the fund-raising drive to make this short-film.

[@missricka6801]

What a powerful yet tender film and wonderfully acted. Heceta Head is magical place.

[@GATELESSNESS]

Wow, brilliant, heartful and brakingly well done.....

[@nicholassr9216]

Love the story line behind this. Good job 👏👍👌.

[@criscocu]

beautiful in every aspect.

[@amybowen5800]

I feel so much emotion from this had to watch it twice

[@aaronmfparr]

The story doesn't have enough specifics in it for me to care about her feelings in the end. Her cruel outburst may or may not be justified. Her regret for saying it may be complex or just admittance to her own cruelty and short comings. His diminished capacity may be frustrating her attempts to find some closure or just something she long ago accepted and has to work through as she cares for him. Any of this is possible with the story as it is written. Sometimes I see ambiguity as rich with equally valid possibility worth considering, while we focus upon what was given to us. In this case, there's not enough to consider their relationships in any depth, and its not poetic enough to root us in the aesthetics of moment, place, and all that. Besides providing opportunity for good performances, there just isn't enough here, and comes across as undeveloped. I am frustrated because it really sets the table for something great but provides no meal. For an artistic short, I figure there is more opportunity than in a hollywood piece of crap to take risks and make something real. Anyway, I hope the creator revisits where ever they were going with this, and takes it further sometime.

[@JacksonDytrych]

Amazing!! Love the deep message behind this

[@kiwiana6190]

I think this short deserves more views

[@fredhannum4015]

I watched this a few years ago, and loved it. Now it is Christmas eave, and I've found it again. It is also, the first day of Dungeness crab season. I was lucky enough to meet Mr Davison, and his wife, a few years ago, what a nice man. I come from a family that loves the sea, and through the years, I've known many men like Mr Davisons character; good and bad, but mostly good, I'd say. Lots of stories, and so interesting to take in their experiences. I could tell, a tale or two myself but I'm a 'landlubber' now, but I really miss the ocean. It was very calming and contemplative, and oh, the stories.

[@AnthonyVassallo]

Moving and poignant; great acting, cinematography and score.

[@dorothywhalen2983]

I am at work ……. I shouldn't have watched this one here...….. Well done!!!

[@LLOOYYYDD]

*Meg Steedle is a very talented actress, very underrated. She was fantastic in Boardwalk Empire*

[@erichall9907]

wow, didn't see that coming, very tight little story

[@kirtywright1974]

This was absolutely beautiful. From all aspects ♥️x Poor old man, and the young girl too. She doesn’t know if her mother took her from him? But. You can see her comment, really hit home 😢💔 I loved this. Very, very raw😢 Well done 👍🏻

[@lisadoesntlivehereanymore3527]

Great short film! Beautiful scenery. Nice story...Question: How do you beat the heck out of a crab on China without breaking it?

[@brettb9194]

7:15 he is joking about "the China" (or just can't find it)

[@The_Beast_666]

@Lisa There wasn't any freakin china only steel plates 7:24

[@nixlevelfitness7727]

I was thinking the same

[@arthursmith5409]

She bears a striking resemblance to Johnny Carson! Could be his great granddaughter...

[@kriskelvin5775]

Wow, you are right!

[@jackfrost2146]

Just as the camera was panning across his books, I was looking for "Moby Dick", and then it appeared. If only I could do the same with Lotto....

[@durasaxon5131]

Poignant. Just a momentary slice of a female and her Dad. Well written. More than likely based on a real life moment in time. Might have made for a good Novel. Such... Always leaves you wanting more. I did not have the best relationship with my Dad. I truly bonded with my Mom. I have immortalized my Mom by capturing 2 moments in story form using prose. I remember my Mom lovingly. My attitude towards females is ever the positive because of her. I 💞 and miss you dearly Mom. I know you ARE an *Angel of the Lord!* *Lord's Peace be with you,* *Marion (Mom and Sharon).* *Amen.* *~Richard~* ✝ 🍀 🇺🇸 ❤

[@ACFIMCEO]

She's incredibly cute.

[@bobjones4562]

Who cut all these onions

[@ellamone9998]

It was plain boiled crabs without butter.

[@MAILLADY2010]

Lived in New England for a while ... They didn't cut up anything. Threw it in a pot. Ok. If it didn't fit, then you cut or shoved it in the pot. Onions, potatoes, carrots, corn, seafood, water. Disgusting but hold the lid down for a bit. Some of the food doesn't appreciate the hot bath.

[@albertchehade9916]

I got it! I have some left over Kleenex tissues if you'd like me to post to you.........

[@ronpaul1978]

@@albertchehade9916 jeez Al, are you and I the only ones in this comment section with half a brain?🤣

[@albertchehade9916]

@@ronpaul1978 😁 😂 😃 😄 😅 😆

[@ClassyNova]

The opening shot was panoramic and just glorious, but that twist didnt seem quite right, maybe his age had something to do with it.

[@sonquatsch8585]

bruce davidson, excelent veteran character actor, madam steedle has a great future. obviously excellent film.

[@riccardo50001]

What a tragic story with an uplifting ending.

[@susanburgess820]

Wow. This hits so close to home. And i remember my father telling my mom and me while i was growing up, that he wanted to become an author. Bravo bravo bravo👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💖💖💖😔😔😔😔😔

[@timothyhilton3408]

A miserable past does not give one an excuse to create another miserable present.......

[@williamwinsor7376]

He’s her real father.

[@brettb9194]

yes. seems like either 1) he doesn't remember who she is or 2) they have been separated a long time or 3) both great actor, she doesn't quite pull off the tough though, despite the tatts - face too soft (and cute) 8:59 maybe some insight into how their relationship used to be? 14:37 redemption

[@TufailRigoo-sc9ko]

Hi! Loved the concept! Zach! Kudos!!

[@jaspersilence9328]

Extraordinary acting

[@kgs2280]

Exceptional acting.

[@latashajoseph2752]

This is really good and love the story line behind this. Good job!

[@rosabellelopez9115]

Bruce Davison still gorgeous thank you it was nice😘

[@shellyweiers121]

Yes rosabelle Bruce is a very good actor he has been around a long time and gets better with age

[@amybowen5800]

Very touching

[@coffeewithtwosugarsplease]

I'd feel ashamed if someone had to go tell me to take a bath , it's the first thing i would want to do naturally , and most people .

[@breakfastattiffanys741]

Everyone please write love letters to your children... This disease can strike anyone 💜

[@broslyons8045]

huhh- that was quite well done- thank you

[@devasadhvi]

SO GOOD.

[@anybody606]

The cinematography is next level

[@RenegadeTimes]

Subtly powerful.

[@-oiiio-3993]

I was really starting to like the crochety old coot before the reveal at 11:53 .

[@blueraspberrylemonade32]

She broke his fourth wall

[@waynemyers2469]

I absolutely adored this film. Somehow, with the barest minimum of character-development and just enough context to give life to two strangers for a half an hour it dragged me to it's bosom and held me there until I finally wept out of frustration and powerlessness and fear and ended up with snot in my mustache and a nagging suspicion in my mind that I was being conned, somehow. Of course, I was being conned but, thankfully, I wasn't being robbed, not at all, in fact I actually took something away with me: the image of that uncultured waif as she lay back with the old man's manuscript and began to read and when she smiled, I smiled and the con was complete and I knew that, although nothing was ever going to be perfect, it was going to be alright.

[@suraya1224]

Yuck. TMI

[@johnpruett5258]

What an amazing comment.

[@waynemyers2469]

@@johnpruett5258 Too much? I should have known.

[@fuzzybunny4muny]

She used that curse word in the proper text for the situation.

[@hollywood1771]

Tense. Gripping. Revealing. Twentyfourseven.

[@theolamp5312]

Bruce Davison still has the chops.

[@lapsus5]

love it!!

[@blaborilla]

Beautiful film.

[@JOBRAIL1]

I hope and pray that I go before my marbles do. But if not, may I be cordial, kind and a polite gentleman to all who care for me.

[@annieeir5716]

JOBRAIL1 Amen and amen.

[@juanpaulr]

Nice simple ending.

[@TheMikelikus]

you didn't mention the 2 actors...was the old man Bruce Davison? she found a manuscript and it was dedicated to his daughter - the old man was her father, he wanted to make it up to her for all the years of neglect...

[@strivingx67]

Very cool stuff! Love this one. I will say that I Love the ref. to Christopher Cross's sailing at the 14ff min mark. Its not explicit, but its there imo.

[@p.o.p2077]

EVERYBODY EATING LOBSTER AND AND CRAB NOW..

[@wanelberthomieux5443]

I love the movie, it's good, very good...you need to tell people exatly how bad they are; so they can make a change in their life...

[@Angerisanenergy77]

Man that was beautiful

[@pauldavey]

Powerful

[@felixsmittick9128]

Wow that was a spectacular film.

[@nancykski9603]

I wish the picture was not so dark