Breanna Ludeman
Bio
While I am only just diving into the world of professional writing, I have been writing my whole life. I have always had an immense passion for the written word. I especially love to write about film and music. Welcome to my world.
Stories (10/0)
Seraphina Ruth
Seraphina entered my life when I was just eight years old. On the day of her arrival, I ran home from the bus stop as fast as I could to meet her. She was still so small, only a couple months old. As an adult she would still be considered on the small side for a rottweiler, carrying a petite build with only ninety pounds on her. But on this day, she was so small I could pick her up and hold her in my arms. My sisters and I all sat on the floor to play with her and get to know her, but all the excitement quickly wore her out. As I sat on the hard floor with my legs crossed, she crawled right into my lap and fell asleep. I was so taken with her, with how she already trusted me enough to sleep soundly on my legs. What was I to do? I had homework and chores to get done, but this little ball of fur had felt safe enough with me to get some rest. So I sat there, occasionally petting her when her dreams seemed to tense. I couldn’t tell you how long I sat there, but it was long enough that when we finally arose from the floor, I could not feel my legs. Over her nine years of life, we would have many more nights like this. When life was too much for me, when the day was too long for her–we would comfort each other and make one another feel safe.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Petlife
"Saloum" Review
Welcome to a land where rivers flow with revenge and everyone has a secret. In this west african crime thriller, director Jean Luc Herbulot explores the cultural issue of child soldiers in Africa, using the Sine-Saloum region of Senegal as the main backdrop. There are a number of political cultural references that went right over my head as I have no knowledge of the region. By the end of the film however, I was definitely following along and was able to share the emotional duress of the characters. When the twist is presented, the entire film shifts in tone and a little in genre(which I won’t describe, to avoid spoilers). This caught me a little off-guard–but again, in the end I was not only understanding, but in awe of the way the story was playing out. I can say with absolute confidence that I never knew what was going to happen next.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Horror
"Who Invited Them" Review
You just moved to the hills in a beautiful new home and life seems perfect, right? Until the dark secrets of the past make themselves known, that is. In this home invasion thriller, director Duncan Birmingham pits two young couples against each other in a night full of drugs, drinking, and tension as several different truths unfold. The plot twist isn’t revolutionary, but is still a fun ride. Although there were some unnecessary sub plot moments, this film kept me engaged until the end.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Horror
"Watcher" Review
He’s a 10 but he doesn’t believe you when you tell him you’re being stalked. This is the protagonist Julia’s predicament in psychological thriller Watcher. Writer/Director Chloe Okuno delivers a masterclass in tension as she builds up your fear and makes you question everything you see. With incredible acting, an eerie narrative, and an overall impressive quality, this film has me closing all of my curtains at night.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Horror
"So Vam" review
“Queer vampires” is a whole ass vibe. But while I highly respect the notion of the film, it holds a lot of room for growth. So Vam is campy front to back, which can be a big part of the fun for viewers who enjoy low-grade horror flicks. And when taking into consideration the writer/director Alice Maio Mackay was only sixteen during production, with a low budget of twelve thousand dollars, this film is actually quite impressive. I’m anxious to watch this budding filmmaker grow and continue to make movies with strong messages. Still, this production could use a bit of polish.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Horror
mine.
Just the sight of you releases a stuck breath in me. A light kiss makes me smile. I never want to leave your embrace–I feel so safe and warm. I sleep much better with you next to me, especially when we’re snuggled up close. When you hold my hand, my fears dissipate. I never want you to let me go.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Poets
"The Innocents" Review
As kids, we often dream of having “super powers”, but what would happen if children really did have supernatural abilities? Young Ida is astonished when her non-verbal autistic sister Anna is suddenly communicative–through a psychic link with a neighbor no less. This supernatural horror stays tense throughout as the cast of kids discover what they’re capable of. Although the chain of events in this film may be slow going, there are key events throughout that define the tone and keep the viewer on edge–you're not sure what’s going to happen, but you can guess it is not good.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Horror
Glorious: A Review
Have you ever wondered what a conversation would be like with a god trapped in a stall in a dirty rest stop bathroom? Yeah, me neither. Nonetheless, this is what director Rebekah McKendry explores in Glorious–a horror flick whose subgenre I simply can’t decide. Is it a creature feature? If you consider the god “Ghat” a creature then yes, however you only ever see his floating gelatinous ass. Is it psychological thriller? For the main character Wes, maybe, but mostly just confusing for the viewer. So how can I describe this film?
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Horror
Why Chicago is the best music hub in America
Chicago is a diamond in the rough. Settled in the heart of the midwest, Illinois is not as flashy as New York or as dreamy as California. As such, it is often overlooked as a prime destination for the big dreamers–the actors, the writers, the musicians. But nobody offers such a diverse, growing community like Chicago.
By Breanna Ludeman2 years ago in Beat
