" The only loyalty is to the farce—the comedy. If one can see beauty amid the haze of the unknown, to fling their life rhythm into the madness of the throng, to fight when it is time to fight, to call it an evening when there is nothing left to say- then one could say they are making art-not making a living, but making a life. So, it is not “who one makes art for”, but rather “who does one live life for?” Surely, for oneself, but also, for all of humanity."
- from the essay Nero's Violin
from Candle in The Rib Cage, Essays on Art and Life, etc.
The Colorful Chameleons of Brazil- upcoming project
While living in isolation, an American ex-pat searches for identity by performing far-out lifestyle impersonations. Filmed in many cities in Brazil, mostly in the states of Minas Gerais and São Paulo. The movie is a collaboration between Judson and his wife, Yasmin Vereen. Judson acts, directs and writes, while Yasmin will receive production, cinematography, filming and acting credits for her work in the film. The project is expected to be complete by late 2026/early 2027.
VACATION a film by Tracy Brown
A film written and directed by Tracy Brown featuring Judson Vereen. Shot in the skid row district of San Francisco's Tenderloin the short film VACATION unfolds in quick and visual ten minutes with an integral soundtrack featuring garage blues by Hasil Adkins, classics by Billie Holiday and contemporary pop from Madonna. Quotes from Charles Bukowski's "Ham and Rye" pepper the voice-over adding bite and muscle to the film.
Official selection of Hollyshorts Film Festival, deadCENTER Film Festival, San Francisco Independent Film Festival, New Filmmakers LA. amd the European Film Festival.
Music & Screen
Directed by Yasmin Vereen. Recorded by Stefan Vereen (piano) and Judson Vereen (vocals). Original song by Everly Brothers.
Recorded in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Video for “You do what you want to”, shot in the Tenderloin District of San Francisco, California, 2013. Cinematography from Tracy Brown, Michael Duffy and Judson Vereen.
