Episode 1:  "He's All Yours"




              Thus the journey officially begins.

These people want something from the Vampire. Who is the vampire protecting? What force is behind the Priest? And why does an evil soulless monster like the vampire even want to protect someone? All will be revealed soon…

       Written, Directed, and Produced by Lauren Zito.

Cast and Crew:                                        Very special thanks to the following people:

Zahn: Lauren Zito                                          Chris McDonald: Script Consultant!
Priest: Kathleen Hagerty                                 Andrew Huntley: Special Effects
Torturer: James Zito                                       Original Musical Score: Kevin MacLeod

Episode 2:  "I'm so sorry"



           Episode 2: "I'm So Sorry", The Weakness

    It's finally here!  The first step that our intrepid        Vampire must take to free himself from his captivity.  Even in our most darkest times, opportunities are always there.

          Written, directed and produces by Lauren Zito

Cast and Crew:

"Zahn" - Lauren Zito
"The Priest"  - Kathleen Hagerty
Camera work and lighting by James Zito
Original score by Kevin MacLeod
Script writing assistance by Chris MacDonald

Episode 3:  "Sweet Dreams"


Just a small interlude, a dance if you will, a pause as we move through the events of The Weakness, a web serial.  We enter the dark, tortured, yet always hopeful mind of our vampire, Zahn.  He's finally in the arms of his love, Justine - even if only a fantasy.  Pursued relentlessly by the mysterious religious figure - who is this person?  What does he want?  Neither Zahn nor do we get the answers just yet...

Written, Directed and Acted by Lauren Zito
Camera and Lighting by James Zito
Character Double: Kathleen Hagerty

Music used by Permission from MobyGratis, request#2600:  "Look back in", Moby

The Weakness copyright 2008

Episode 4:  "It all just fell away"


When last we left our plucky imprisoned vampire, he seduced his captor into literally begging Zahn to bite him, to turn him, to kill him essentially.

The deed is done, and while Zahn waits for the inevitable resurrection, thoughts of the distant past has a way of creeping in.

Will his child be up to the tasks ahead, is he even on Zahn's side? Will the priest take on the challenges or will he wilt like a hot house flower?


Written, directed and produced by Lauren Zito
Camera, lighting and assistance by James Zito
Script assistance by Chris McDonald
Character Development by Tom Kennedy

Original Music score by Kevin MacLeod

Zahn:  Lauren Zito
The Priest:  Kathleen Hagerty

Episode 5:  Finte ins Tempo"



We step back in time just a wee bit to answer a question...

How does a 400+ year old vampire get captured by a group of overgrown human altar boys? Well, those questions of how and why are answered here.

Where has Justine gone? Did she run away, kidnapped? Zahn's moment of bliss is rudely cut short. A decision is made that sets all in motion.

Enjoy the montage.

Love the music?! Buy it!
Music was GRACIOUSLY given permission to use by:

Jami Seiber, "Benediction" off her newest album Unspoken.
Read all about Jami and purchase the song at:
http://www.jamisieber.com/

I literally had a driveway moment when I heard this woman's work on NPR. Found her website and thought, what the heck, I'll write her a note. She graciously agreed to let me use her beautiful song for this short piece. Check out her web site and her other work as well.

Not to be outdone - "Mourning Song" use with permission by the ever talented, dependable and The Weakness's official soundtrack artist, Kevin MacLeod.

All of his work is copyright free and available for your use. Check him out:
http://incompetech.com/


Thanks so much to the following people:

James Zito: Camera and Lighting and consultation

Michael Foley (foley15136)
http://www.youtube.com/user/foley15136
Kathleen Hagerty
and Troy Shelley:
http://www.youtube.com/axelfear

Episode 6:  "One of Them"


We pick up the story after the Priest has left the dungeon in search of his first meal. He's weak, hungry, unsure of what to do or where to go. Can Zahn guide him to his destination, or will he rely on his own instincts to find his way.

Written and Directed by Lauren Zito

Starring: Lauren Zito as Zahn
Ron Siler as The Priest
Jordan Robinson as Merl
Troy Shelly as Homeless Man
Heather Shelley as Tina
Videography and Lighting by James Zito
Boom Operator: Elizabeth Pursh
Lighting and Sound Assistance: Troy Shelley, Eric von Laudermann, and Jordan Robinson

Original score by Kevin MacLeod

The Weakness, copyright 2008

Episode 7:  "A Few Things to Take Care of"


When we last left off, our new vampire priest had his first feed, although not without a few glitches. He's back and its time to take care of a few loose ends.

Written by Lauren Zito and Ron Siler

Director of Photography: James Zito






Starring:

Ron Siler as "The Priest"
Lauren Zito as "Zahn"
James Zito as "The Torturer"
Heather Shelley as "Tina, homeless lady victim"
Troy Shelley as "Homeless man"

Music by Kevin MacLeod

Additional Music: "Concerto Per Violino" By Stefano Ianne
Used with Permission
http://www.ianne.org/




Episode 8:  "The King and Queen Don't Dance Anymore"



We all know what happened to our plucky vampires after the tragic events in 6 - but what of Merl? The mysterious woman who watched the whole event?  What happened after she left the woods?  And who has come to visit her and what untasteful thing must she do now!  Sit back, grab some snacks and cuddle up with a warm body and enjoy the show!



Starring:

Lauren Zito, Ron Siler, and Jordan Robinson

Written and Directed by: Lauren Zito and Ron Siler

Camera and Cinematography by James Zito

Sound and Lighting Assistance: Heather Vallone Shelley, Troy Shelley, Eric von Laudermann, Frank Wade, Andrew Smith and Maura Smith

Original sound track by Kevin MacLeod
Original Theme song by INDEPENDANTMUSICCOM
http://www.youtube.com/user/INDEPENDEPENDANTMUSICCOM

Produced by Lauren and James Zito

copyright 2009 ©The Weakness



Episode 9: "Old Dark Roads"

There is always two sides to every story, isn't there?
While our vampires, Zahn and Quinn work out their issues, what is exactly going on behind the scenes with HIM? Who are we talking about exactly? Well, watch and find out.

Starring: Liz Pursh as Sister Elizabeth
Andrew Smith as Father Michael
Lauren Zito as 'His Grace'

Written by: Lauren Zito, Chris McDonald, Ron Siler
Directed by: Lauren Zito, Ron Siler
Director of Cinematography: James Zito
Assistant to the Director of Cinematography: Ron Modro
Lighting and Sound Assistance: Frank Wade
Make up and Effects: Eric von Laudermann
Original Score by: Kevin MacLeod
Intro Music by: INDEPENDENTMUSICCOM http://www.youtube.com/user/INDEPENDENTMUSICCOM
The Weakness Copyright 2009

Episode 11: "Two Vampires Walk into a Bar"

Zahn and Quinn are all settled into their new home, things are quiet. What area  couple of vamps going to do with their time?  Time to go out!

Written by:
Lauren Zito & Ron Siler

Starring:  Richard Eckman, Chuck Alexander, Ron Siler & Lauren Zito

Produced by:
Lauren Zito & James Zito

Director of Cinametography:
James Zito

Camera and Sound work:
Ron Modro, Chris Braun, JC Conklin, John Ong, Kevin Neale, Andrew Smith

Soundtrack Music by Kevin MacLeod



Episode 12: "Repentance, Beginning"

Things are spinning out of control for Merl. Vampires in her house, voices from her past crashing in on her? What will she do? How will she handle this? Meanwhile Sister Elizabeth and Father Micheal are doing damage control. Quinn and Zahn think things are sailing along fine. Are they? Time is running out. What are they all to do?

Written by Lauren Zito & Ron Siler
Produced by Lauren Zito & James Zito
Director of Photography: James Zito
Camera work: James Zito & Ron Modro
Sound & Lighting: James Zito, Ron Modro, Andrew Smith, Jonathan Ong, Chris Braun, Chuck Alexander, DeAndre Jones and Frank Wade.

Original Soundtrack by Kevin MacLeod

The Weakness copyright 2010
A Francis Rocks Production

Cast ~ SEASON 1

 

Principal Cast:

Lauren Zito                           Zahn Fledermaus                               11 episodes

Ron Siler                                 Richard Quinn (Ep 6-13/S1–present)            7 episodes

Richard Eckman                Elliot                                                           2 episodes

Liz Pursh                                Sister Elizabeth                                     3 episodes

Andrew Smith                     Father Michael                                      5 episodes

Lauren Zito                           Justine                                                       4 episodes

 

 

Additional Cast:

Chuck Alexander              Eckmann                                                     1 episode

Thomas Anderson           Bishop’s Minion                                       1 episode

JC Conklin                              Bar Patron                                                  1 episode

Ed DeArmit                          Eddy                                                              1 episode

Michael Foley                     Bishop’s Minion                                       1 episode

Kathleen Hagerty            Richard Quinn (Ep 1-5/S1)                        3 episodes

DeAndre Jones                  Eddy’s friend                                              1 episode

Will Kesling                         Miss Carma’s assistant                        1 episode

Heidi McDonald                Miss Carma                                               1 episode

Christopher Mele             Mysterious Man                                     3 episodes

Dave Schuilenburg          Bishop’s Minion                                       1 episode

Mark Seeley                        Bishop’s Minion                                       1 episode

Heather Shelley                Tina                                                               1 episode

Troy Shelley                        Tina’s husband                                         1 episode

Troy Shelley                        Eddy’s friend                                             1 episode

Kelly Smith                           Bar Patron                                                  1 episode

Frank Wade                         Stunt Double                                           2 episodes

James Zito                             The Torturer                                            2 episodes

Lauren Zito                          The Bishop                                               2 episodes