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FRANK BARNETT in “Love’s Long Shadow”

They say love is blind, but Frank Barnett is about to get a clear look at the past. Set against the contrasting backdrops of a rainy Golden Gate tragedy and the unforgiving Texas sun, this neo-noir thriller tests the bonds of engagement. Frank fights to save his relationship from a lethal obsession, forcing him to confront the question: Can you ever truly know the person you’re about to marry, or are we all just shadows of our history?

Credits

Directed & Edited by
DARYL DELLA

Written by
DARYL DELLA & SASHA BOGGS

Based on Characters Created by
DARYL DELLA
RAY REVELLO
BRANDON J. SNYDER
DONALD FLORES

Produced by
SASHA BOGGS

Executive Producers
AMADO DeHOYOS
BECKER VON FELSBURG

Director of Photography
CHICO MEJIA


CAST

P. MICHAEL HAYES II as Frank Barnett

TAYLOR BINI as Lena Mercer

RAY REVELLO as Harvey Weebs

KAYLA EMERSON as Adelaide Carrington

SETH DAVID MITCHELL as Bruce Cummings

GRAHAM KOFFLER as Leo Carrington

KIRAN UMAPATHY as Vic

RUSSELL COKER as Moose

LUNA BELLE as Young Lena

JOE FINFER as Rude Jerk

TAYLOR FREDRICKS as Bobby Harris

TAMMY EDWARDS as Motel Housekeeper

with a Special Appearance by
BRUCE CUMMINGS as Himself



1st AC
LUCAS MASON

2nd AC
AVERY LADWIG

Gaffers
THOMAS PEAKE (Los Angeles, CA)
TYLER TALIAFERRO (Sanderson, TX)
JONATHAN WILLIAMS (Guthrie, OK)

Key Grip
KEMP MIERZWA

Grip
JUAN GARCIA-QUINTERO

Hair / Makeup / Special Effects
STORMIE STEEN (Sanderson, TX)
EMILY RICE-SLOTHOWER (Los Angeles, CA)
BRIDGET SCHWARTZ (Salton City, CA)
KADI UHACK (Guthrie, OK)

Production Sound Mixers
MAXWELL FRANKO (Texas & Oklahoma)
AMADO DeHOYOS (California)

Fight Choreography
HOLLIS L. EDWARDS III

Visual Effects
DARYL DELLA

Original Score
JONATHAN HULL

"LOVE'S LONG MELODY"
Written & Composed by
ROBERT RUBY

Performed by
BENNY BENACK III & ANNA PEÑA

Bird Courtesy of
EMERY EMERY

Props Courtesy of
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS PROP DEPARTMENT

Post-Credits:
HOLLIS L. EDWARDS III as Ninja Killface

Poster

by Sam Hadley

TEASER Poster

by Daryl Della

THEME SONG

The Frank Barnett Collection

Frank Barnett in Love's Long Shadow Poster T-Shirt
from $16.75

Illustrated by Sam Hadley. Made from 100% organic ring-spun cotton, this unisex t-shirt is high-quality and super comfy.

• 100% organic ring-spun cotton
• Fabric weight: 5.3 oz./yd.² (180 g/m²)
• Single jersey
• Medium fit
• Set-in sleeves
• 1 × 1 rib at collar
• Wide double-needle topstitch on the sleeves and bottom hems
• Self-fabric neck tape (inside, back of the neck)
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh

The sizes correspond to a smaller size in the US market, so US customers should order a size up.

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

Frank Barnett in "Love's Long Shadow" Blu-Ray
$9.99

When San Francisco detective Frank Barnett (P. Michael Hayes II) leaves the city for the desert motels and endless horizons of West Texas, searching for peace with his lover Lena Mercer (Taylor Bini), he finds anything but. Hunted by thugs and haunted by memory, Frank uncovers a dangerous link between Lena and a long-buried case: the legendary Blackburn Vial, rumored to reveal the truth or a lovers devotion. But in a world where love can kill and the past refuses to stay buried, the only thing more dangerous than the truth... is believing in it.

Frank Barnett in Love's Long Shadow Poster
from $16.00

Illustrated by Sam Hadley. This poster has a partly glossy, partly matte finish and it'll add a touch of sophistication to any room.

• 10 mil (0.25 mm) thick
• 12” x 18” or 24” x 36”
• Slightly glossy
• Fingerprint resistant
• Paper sourced from Japan

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

Frank Barnett in Love’s Long Shadow Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Vinyl LP)
$50.00

Experience the sonic soul of Love’s Long Shadow with this limited edition picture disc vinyl, featuring a haunting original score by Jonathan Hull and a timeless title theme composed by Robert Ruby, performed by Benny Benack III and Anna Peña.

Ninja Killface & Frank Barnett Poster Pint Glass
$16.50
Enjoy your refreshing drinks in this shaker pint glass! It can hold up to 16 oz and will be a durable, high-quality addition to your glassware collection. What’s more, you can even use it as a mixing glass for cocktail evenings.

• Glass material
• Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
• Not dishwasher or microwave safe
• Simple yet durable design
• Can be used as a mixing glass
• Product sourced from China

Disclaimer: This is a handmade product from natural materials, so the glass may have some tiny imperfections, such as bubbles and dots.

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Frank Barnett: Private Detective #1
$4.99

When San Francisco's streets turn perilous, only one man is daring enough to dive into the chaos—Frank Barnett. In the inaugural issue of this electrifying series, reprinted from its serialized debut in Dollars & Donuts Showcase, Frank and his frazzled accountant, Harvey Weebs, are in hot pursuit of a mob-laden pickup, a dangerous chase that catapults our hero from high-speed antics to explosive confrontations.

Frank Barnett: Private Detective #2
$4.99

Step into the gritty streets of San Francisco with Frank Barnett: Private Detective, a noir-infused series brimming with high-stakes action, razor-sharp dialogue, and unforgettable characters. Join the hard-boiled detective and his exasperated accountant Harvey Weebs as they face explosive chases, shadowy conspiracies, and unexpected twists.

Love’s Long Shadow Scorpion Plush (16")
$25.00

Straight from the sands of Love’s Long Shadow, this 16" scorpion plushie brings the film’s iconic stinger to life. Crafted with realistic detailing and a soft, cuddly body, it’s equal parts adorable and alarming. Features a poseable wire tail so you can recreate your favorite scenes or just freak out your friends. Cuddly. Dangerous.

Characters

  • FRANK BARNETT

    P. MICHAEL HAYES II

  • LENA MERCER

    TAYLOR BINI

  • HARVEY WEEBS

    RAY REVELLO

  • BRUCE CUMMINGS

    BRUCE CUMMINGS

  • Bobby Harris

    TAYLOR FREDRICKS

Original trailer

A neo-noir tale of romance and betrayal. Watch now and see why some scars never fade.

REVISIONIST HISTORY

While watching Frank Barnett in Love’s Long Shadow with star Kayla Emerson, we discovered something shocking: our 2nd AC, Avery Ladwig, is clearly visible in the background of the film’s emotional climax.

Most filmmakers would erase this mistake. But here at Dollars & Donuts, we doubled down. Instead of removing Avery, we retconned twenty years of movies to make him part of our grand continuity. Watch how we “fixed” this happy accident and see if you can spot Avery in his new roles across our filmography.

dollars & donuts continuity

Think the mystery ends when the credits roll? Think again. Stick around after the fade-out in Love’s Long Shadow for a cameo that cuts deep: Ninja Killface is on the hunt.

It’s the other half of the puzzle started in Ninja Killface (2024), where Frank Barnett and Lt. Hickey were last seen searching for the elusive Bruce Cummings. While Love’s Long Shadow peels back the layers of Bruce’s past, the fuse is already lit for something explosive. The players are set and the collision course is locked in. Get ready for the heavy-hitting main event: Frank Barnett vs. Ninja Killface. Currently in production!

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