" I am cut to the brains

December 05, 2017

I urge anyone who cares about justice to read this. It was written 41 years ago but believe me, it's as timely as ever.

November 29, 2017

Perfect statement from Iris Murdoch

Shakespeare's people, enduring individuals known all over the world, are like icons, secure inhabitants of an art which comprehends human nature from its deepest evil to its highest good, together with its funniness, its happiness & its beauty.

 -Metaphysics as a Guide to Morals

November 20, 2017

Why the Kurds are Paying for Trump's Gift to Iran

The Kurds are an incredible people. Historically, they have suffered terribly and unjustly. Currently, they have done more to defeat Isis than any other fighting group. They have been betrayed by every country that has dealt with them.

November 07, 2017

I Did Her Wrong


I Did Her Wrong slated for the Alexandria Film Festival.   

Working on this project was a unique experience. Since all of the dialogue was improvised by Catalina Lavalle and me it was especially challenging.

Barnett film

European Release for King Lear

My film of King Lear screening in English across the European continent.  Details here.

October 22, 2017

King Lear Released

My film has been released in the United States, the United Kingdom, and in libraries throughout the US and Canada.  The 15 episode version of the film is also available worldwide.