Michael Venske

Kathryn Bigelow made history this year at the 82nd Academy Awards as the first woman to earn the distinction of “Best Director.” Her win surprised me! Surprised not because a woman won the award, but surprised because no woman had won the award before her. Sure, other women have been nominated (2003: Sofia Coppola, “Lost [...]

Last night as I was leaving the parking garage, something serendipitous occurred. As I approached the parking attendant in my vehicle, I recognized him.  I couldn’t place him at first. When I pulled forward for a closer look I realized we’d worked together on a student film over a year ago! He’s a film director! [...]

On February 20th I filmed “Barman.” It’s taken a while, but the film short is finished! “Barman” was written and directed by Matthew Joyer. Starring Don Peterson and Michael Venske. Enjoy!

On the set for “God Is Good” previously mentioned here and here…michael

Starting tomorrow, I have cancer. Well, not me — but the next character I’ll be playing in an independent film. Yes yes yes! I’m about 50% on my lines, so I’m gonna keep working on it, but I just wanted to give you an update. Michael