A young illustrator fights the haunting memories of his wife's tragic death. One day, his hope for healing is at risk when his family's desire for a happy Christmas force him to hold his pain and guilt inside.
A Tale of Delight (2012) Online
A young illustrator fights the haunting memories of his wife's tragic death. One day, his hope for healing is at risk when his family's desire for a happy Christmas force him to hold his pain and guilt inside.
Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Bryan Bernart | - | Michael | |
Elizabeth Colunga | - | Camille | |
Michelle Damis | - | Jessica | |
Christian Lagadec | - | Greg | |
Heather Rose Walters | - | Emily | |
Adam Elliott Davis | - | Dan | |
Serah Pope | - | Amanda | |
Eric Crespo | - | The Ex | |
Brittan Hall | - | Bryce | |
Jade Chapin | - | Riley | |
Edward Stiner | - | Dr. Cross | |
Tim Harrold | - | Jesse | |
Stephanie Meyer | - | Jasmine | |
Varrel Crumlich | - | Austin | |
Suzanne Owens-Duval | - | Mrs. Franklin (scenes deleted) |
Bryan Bernart gained 15 pounds in the month leading up to the first phase of filming, then lost it for the second phase. Bernart altered his appearance in order to underscore actual symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, one of Blott's themes.
After only 3 days of shooting, the production went on hiatus for 2 months so Bryan Bernart could prepare for the second phase.
Inspired by writer-director Edd Blott's real-life experiences with post-traumatic stress disorder.
For the vomit scene, Bryan Bernart had to drink a custom made beverage that included beer and mustard to induce actual vomiting.
The wedding ring worn by Bryan Bernart's character is writer-director Edd Blott's real wedding ring.
A scene of the Christmas pageant referenced early in the film was shot, but cut from the final film.
Shot in 14 days over three months.
The character of Camille is named after writer Edd Blott's daughter Kamille who was born during the events that inspired this film.
Michael's suicide video was done in one take.
An additional scene revealing Michael's fate was included in the shooting script, but cut during production.
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