JD
"Be the change"

Female
42 years old
SHERMAN OAKS, California
United States



Last Login:7/25/2008
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Here is Goodfellas. Only gay.
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Movies
My Tribute to Lesbian Film


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Television
Books
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Some of my press:
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Interview in OUTLOOKS Magazine
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Interview at GoWeHo
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Ira Glass on Letterman discussing chicken advocacy.
LOVE THIS MAN!!!

What the Reviewers are Saying about SHELTER...
“Strong performances. The movie’s abundance of tanned bodies, rolling waves and golden sunsets create an aesthetic…that perfectly matches the subject matter. Coming out has rarely looked so pretty.” --Jeannette Catsoulis, THE NEW YORK TIMES

“On one level, this graceful film is a classic coming-of-age story; on another, it explores the challenges of sorting out priorities and making life choices. Markowitz’s people are well-drawn, viewed with both clarity and compassion, and they are very well-played by a cast that includes Tina Holmes.” --Kevin Thomas, LOS ANGELES TIMES


“Shelter rises very high indeed, thanks to a superb performance by Trevor Wright in the lead role, a strong supporting cast, very good cinematography and, most of all, emotional authenticity.” --David Wiegand, SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE


“Believable dialogue, low-key naturalism and a solid cast. Nowhere, in portrayals or topic, is there a hint of gay stereotypes–the wounded, unaffected Wright and exuberant Rowe are distinct individuals. The film captures the beauty, thrill and ache of young love and extracts a casual joy out of the process.” --Sid Smith, CHICAGO TRIBUNE


“A winner. Shelter hits all the right notes. Wright is sensationally effective. Jonah Markowitz rates a splendid debut. There’s first-rate work from his cast.” --Stephen Schaefer, BOSTON HERALD

“In the sweet and sexy romance Shelter, the chemistry between two surfer guys magnetically played by Brad Rowe and newcomer Trevor Wright is so electric, so palatable that even the most ardent nitpickers won’t break a sweat over the small stuff. They’ll be too captivated to care. This lovely coming-out and falling-in-love tale refreshingly sidesteps genre clichés. Rowe and Wright make for a perfect match. Add a cute but not overly precocious nephew, a super soundtrack and a couple of glorious slow-mo surfing sequences and you wind up with one of 2008’s best screen romances so far.” --Randy Myers, MIAMI HERALD


“A sweet and solid debut handled with passion and complexity. Trevor Wright delivers a breakthrough performance. What could have been a standard-issue coming-out, coming-of-age movie develops a remarkable intimacy.” --John Hartl, THE SEATTLE TIMES


“A sweet and tender rendering of innocent flirtation, and of the complex deeper emotional phases that a person falling in love goes through. Truly amazing chemistry between the two protagonists.” --Maria Komodore, SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN

“An instant classic.” --Eddie Shapiro, OUT MAGAZINE


“Sensitive and sweet as well as sexy. Shelter is a romantic gay surfer fantasy that more than earns its spurs in terms of credible real-world psychology. It’s a great date movie, for gays and bi’s as well as open-minded straights.” --Dennis Harvey, SF360.0RG


“A fun movie that has a complex undertow. The simplicity of the movie is what makes it a relaxing watch. It looks great [and] the boys are hot. A good story, well told.” --Jeff Walsh, OASISJOURNALS.COM


“Shelter is excellent. You should absolutely believe the hype. If the movie is playing at a theater near you, you must see it.” --QUEERBEACON.COM



“A real treasure. Well acted, directed, and constructed.” --Frank Paiva, EDGE NETWORKS


“There’s a tenderness, a vulnerability, in our two heroes that is monderfully refreshing and makes this film both special and memorable. The two actors’ chemistry carries the heart of the movie beautifully; and as their characters’ relationship grows, it develops into a wonderfully scary honesty. Markowitz focused on developing rich characters and relationships that defy not only stereotypes of gay men but also the gay-male characters far too many writers and filmmakers make us swallow. Those who cringe at gay stereotypes will find these two men a refreshing change. Music supervisor Brian Goldman gets big kudos for a wonderful soundtrack that goes beyond the score.” --Cyd Zeigler jr., OUTSPORTS.COM


“A well-made, fresh, and genuinely touching story of first love. Shelter stands head-and-shoulders above most other films in its genre thanks to its solid cast, its intimate, kitchen-sink feel, and its reluctance to play to the clichés that generally plague ‘coming out’ movies.” --Brian Juergens, AFTERELTON.COM


“From the sets, to the perfect music, cinematography and dialogue, Shelter is a beautiful film.” --JUMPONMARKSLIST.COM

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     JD's Details
Status:Single
Here for:Networking
Orientation:Lesbian
Hometown:Miami
Body type:5' 4" / Average
Ethnicity:White / Caucasian
Religion:Atheist
Zodiac Sign:Pisces
Smoke / Drink:Yes / Yes
Children:Someday
Education:College graduate
Occupation:Queer Film Maker

   JD's Schools
Boston University
Boston,Massachusetts
Graduated: 1988
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: Film/Creative Writing
 

1984 to 1988
Miami Palmetto Senior High School
Miami,Florida
Graduated: 1984
Student status: Alumni
Degree: High School Diploma
 

1980 to 1984

   JD's Networking
Film - Direction - Director

Film - Production - Producer

Film - Production - Producer



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   JD's Blurbs
About me:
I Make Gay & Lesbian Films




In the last couple of years, I've produced the gay films
EATING OUT 2, SHELTER, GAY PROPAGANDA, HBO's REUNION and NEUROTICA.

I'm in the new issue of The Advocate coming out July 15, and it's not for my political activism or my award winning films. For the advanced read, click below.



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SHELTER on set.





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EATING OUT 2 on set and in the press

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With the cast of SHELTER in the limo
on the way to our world Premiere at the Castro!!!



Here's a slide show of photos from the kick off VIP party for my production company, GP PICTURES, and to celebrate the premiere of SHELTER.

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Who I'd like to meet:


If you would like to request to be my friend, here's your check list:

__ You root for the bull

__ You don't refer to your film as "art"

__ You want to do good in the world first, then for yourself second.

__ You can fill in in the blank: "I know why the caged bird______" and "I am big, it's the pictures that got_______ "

__ You got your dog at a pound or rescue (breeding is for straight people, not dogs)

__ You understand that the term "social consciousness" does not mean how you feel when the apple martinis wear off and you remember you left your card at the Abbey.

__ You are brave.

__ You don't think the phrase "homosexual panic" means anxiety brought on when one's socks don't match one's shirt

__ You are more moved by "Cabaret" than by the bible

___ You know that "irregardless" is not a word

___ You know that James Baldwin is not one of the Baldwin Brothers

__ You'd rather be hated for what you are, then loved for what you are not.
If you like supporting LGBT arts, check out my "TOP FRIENDS"... not that they are my top friends (what does that mean?!), but they are people and organizations I admire and include a lot of really really talented out artists, actors, writers and performers.

   JD's Friend Space (Top 31)
JD has 3604 friends.
 Shelter 


 Eating Out 2: Sloppy Seconds 


 Reunion 


 Frontiers 


 LifeWorks 


 Corpus Christi 


 Shane Mack 


 Adam Bouska 

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 Q 


 Jim Verraros 


 ASPCA 


 Lee 


 Hillary Clinton 2012 


 shawnee 


 2 Minutes Later 


 Dennis 


 James Brandon 


 LK Avelar 


 Paul Lynde 


 Canned Heat 


 Cathy DeBuono 


 Ilene 


 michelle wolff 


 Suzanne Westenhoefer 


 Wilson 


 Deondray 


 Calpernia 


 Jason Stuart 


 Doria 


 This American Life 


 Charlie 





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Jul 24 2008 5:31 PM

Thanks for joining the filmmakers who support meaningful films by befriending Reel Inspiraition.

You can find our movie reviews on our blog.

Movie blessings,
Jana
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Jul 24 2008 9:54 PM

Mamma Mia! Naughty minx!
Mona Symone





Jul 24 2008 11:34 AM

hi there gorgeous. have a blessed week.
Antonio.





Jul 24 2008 9:27 AM

hey JD i just wanted to say that i saw shelter with my boyfriend and it was prob the best me we ever seen :D

i really like it thx!
Tiger Lilly4u





Jul 23 2008 12:56 PM

Hey JD thanks for the add. You have quite the page, enjoyable! Have a Great week!
Nika Suomi





Jul 22 2008 10:33 PM

Thank you very much for add!
I really admire of what you do and SHELTER (my fave movie) in particular.
Good luck! Waiting for new movies from you.
Anna





Jul 22 2008 4:41 PM

Just saying hi
;)
Just Breathe





Jul 21 2008 9:51 PM

Hey JD


Just saw Shelter, wow loved it, what a terrifically romantic love story.
Cindy
Richard / Mercedez





Jul 20 2008 5:41 PM

nice to meet you last night! youre just as hot in person! hopefully we'll get to hang out more soon. =)
KaRy :D





Jul 19 2008 1:26 PM

Hey Woman! By chance were you at my girlfriends restaurant Palihouse last night after Outfest? She said there was an after party there. Anyway, soon we will get Charlie over for playtime with Kasey! :) p.s How's the PSA coming along?
PressWhore





Jul 19 2008 2:26 PM

did you hear about the (latest) lawsuit against Perez? It's full of name calling and cheap shots.. so naturally I'm captivated.
Kate





Jul 19 2008 2:44 PM

we hope you are having a relaxing weekend...peace and love, Kate and Vivian xoxo
Craig Jordan





Jul 19 2008 3:17 PM

wow, impressive interview with Mario =) I'm a little disappointed that he did not know "Torch Song Trilogy" though. Maybe my standards are too high, but I did pass I think every one of your "tests" on the page here. xoxoxo
tara


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Jul 17 2008 8:20 PM

Hi sweetie- I loved your story on Lesbian Cougars..
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR LOL that video was so great.