Richard J Bryer
Directing
Biography
Richard J. Bryer is a filmmaker based in Cleveland, Ohio. A recent alumnus of Cleveland State, Bryer has created numerous short films, including CHARGER, which was recently screened at the 49th Cleveland International Film Festival. Bryer is known for his project management, organization, and attention to detail both on and off screen. His hard work and dedication have been supported by crowdfunding efforts and recognized through numerous grants. His filmmaking journey began when he was eight years old, when he got his hands on his family’s camcorder and would make YouTube videos in his backyard. What started as a child recording his wildest imaginations turned into a passion for storytelling. Bryer’s films are rooted in a campy, child-like whimsy that inspires him to push the boundaries of the “do-it-yourself” mentality. The live-action adaptation of Josie and The Pussycats is his favorite film of all time.
Known For
When a cynical, weed-pedaling stoner and a people pleasing social drinker are trapped in the basement of a frat party, the two strangers struggle to connect in a seemingly superficial world.
Crossfaded: Thesis Film
After an emotional falling out with their partner, Riley is forced to stay at their friend's house for a few days. Leaving in a hurry, Riley forgets their phone charger and contemplates whether they should return to grab it or stay away for good. CHARGER explores the grip technology has on modern-day relationships and knowing when unhealthy habits are no longer sustainable.
CHARGER
When a science geek discovers his crush obsessively worships astrology, he sets out to build a device that would alter the position of the stars in the sky to make them truly compatible.
What's My Sign Again?
Two sheriffs try to piece together the aftermath of a party when they discover a shattered DVD disc by the unconscious body of up-and-coming auteur, Jane. The short follows Jane's manipulation of the media to control her rise to prominence as one of the greatest auteurs of our time.
Citizen Jane
Alex procrastinated until the very last day of the semester to write their final three-page screenplay. Under a massive time crunch and desperate for ideas, a friend shows up and tries to give useful advice.
Procrastination
A mixer for actors is lively until one of them mysteriously drops dead. Those who remain must use their memories, wit, and various menial acting accolades to determine who’s the killer… or simply the best actor. Who served the Bad Punch?
Bad Punch
Three brothers sort out their differences.
The Rat's Nest
Kelly is a high school student, who is forgetful but means well. Due to his alarm clock malfunctioning, Kelly believes he's late for school on a day he absolutely needs to be in attendance for a big assignment. Kelly arriving to class extremely early sends him through a chain of events that leads to him having to encounter his problems with stage fright.
Skating Away (On The Thin Ice Of A New Day)
In order to pay for his brother’s treatment, an amateur thief robs an unassuming old man in the dead of night. He soon discovers that the old man may be in possession of something far more evil than he ever expected...