First Film Produced by Jillian Clare Scores Finalist Accolade

Actress Jillian Clare announced today that her film producing debut, Advent, was just honored as a finalist in the prestigious USA Film Festival's 38th Annual International Short Film Competition.

Advent tells the story of a young priest, portrayed by Brett DelBuono (Let Me In), who finds himself in danger when he goes too far in his search for heaven and hell. The sci-fi short also stars Clare and Brian Beacock, who delivers a chilling performance as the the Archbishop. Clare and Beacock can also currently be seen in the semi-dark comedy, Acting Dead, which recently released on http://actingdead.com.

“I'm so incredibly proud of our entire cast and crew!” Clare said. “It's an amazing first achievement – I can't wait to see where Advent goes from here!” Director Colby Mann added “This is our first victorious step in what I know will be a long staircase of success!”

The film was produced under the umbrella of Clare's newly formed production company, Whimsical Entertainment, in partnership with Colby Mann. This is the first in a slate of projects Clare has lined up to produce including several features.

'Acting Dead' Available to Binge-Watch For Free

After racking up numerous festival accolades and awards, the biting zombie comedy Acting Dead, finally released it's entire first season online at www.actingdead.com for your bloody binge-watching enjoyment.

Acting Dead tells the story of Tate Blodgett (Brian Beacock), a down on his luck, unemployed actor, who after being turned down for role after role, decides to take his career into his own hands, and becomes a Zombie, simply so he can finally get work in the many Zombie movies and television shows. Along the way, he meets Alex Carboneux (Jillian Clare), a former child star, who's temper has stalled her career, until she also decides to take matters in her own hands, which doesn't turn out so well either.

The series boasts an impressive group of talent including Beacock, his co-lead Jillian Clare, plus series regulars Chris Galya, Patrika Darbo, Paul Nygro and John Yelvington with Season One guest stars Debbie Gibson, Eric Martsolf, Carolyn Hennesy, Sean Kanan, John J. York, Cocoa Brown, Christine Lakin, Lori Alan, Erin Matthews, Gary and Larry Lane, Peter Allen Vogt, Sheila Sheila, Mitch Silpa and Jacee Jule.

Acting Dead is a semi-dark comedy about Zombies, set in the world of Hollywood. Funny, quirky and weird, Acting Dead has brains and an appetite for sarcasm and satire. Imagine Arrested Development meets Shawn of the Dead with an occasional shout out to Romero. It's fast paced and smart, and so ridiculous you're sure to have the time of your afterlife. For social media updates follow @ActingDead on Twitter or "Like" them on Facebook http://facebook.com/actingdead. To view the series in it's entirety, visit http://actingdead.com

6th Annual Indie Series Awards Red Carpet Show - Part 4

Serial Scoop Now was on the red carpet for the 6th Annual Indie Series Awards on Wednesday, April 1, at the historic El Portal Theatre in Los Angeles. Host Michael Taylor Gray interviewed the stars of the web series world on the red carpet. Part 4 of our coverage includes Indie Series Awards founder and producer Roger Newcomb; Indie Series Network director Kevin Mulcahy Jr.; Thurston's Colleen Zenk and Susannah Wells; and Acting Dead's Jillian Clare, Lori Alan, Patrika Darbo, Brian Beacock, Jen Grable, Paul Nygro and Peter Allen Vogt.

Watch "6th Annual Indie Series Awards Red Carpet Show - Part 4" below:

ISA6 Countdown: Check out the Indie Series Awards Nominees for Lead Actor in a Comedy

Clockwise (from top left): Brian Beacock (Acting Dead), Nick Burr (Matt & Dave Are So Depressed), Burt Grinstead (Burt Paxton), Ben McEwing (Altruman), Mark Mitchinson (High Road) and Morgan Waters (The Amazing Gayl Pile)

The nominations for the 6th Annual Indie Series Awards were announced on February 4, and the ceremony is now only 8 days away. Serial Scoop is celebrating the nominees leading up to the ISA6 ceremony on April 1st by showcasing their work both in front of and behind the camera.

In the Best Lead Actor - Comedy category, the nominees are Brian Beacock (Acting Dead), Nick Burr (Matt & Dave Are So Depressed), Burt Grinstead (Burt Paxton), Ben McEwing (Altruman), Mark Mitchinson (High Road) and Morgan Waters (The Amazing Gayl Pile). Watch their nominated work below:

ISA6 Countdown: Check out the Indie Series Awards Nominees for Writing in a Comedy

Clockwise (from top left): Acting Dead (Brian Beacock), The Amazing Gayl Pile (Morgan Waters and Brooks Gray), High Road (Justin Harwood), Matt & Dave Are So Depressed (David Zarif), Mentor (Jason Stuart and Paul Elia) and Wallflowers (Kieran Turner)

The nominations for the 6th Annual Indie Series Awards were announced on February 4, and the ceremony is now only 8 days away. Serial Scoop is celebrating the nominees leading up to the ISA6 ceremony on April 1st by showcasing their work both in front of and behind the camera.

In the Best Writing - Comedy category, the nominees are Acting Dead (Brian Beacock), The Amazing Gayl Pile (Morgan Waters and Brooks Gray), High Road (Justin Harwood), Matt & Dave Are So Depressed (David Zarif), Mentor (Jason Stuart and Paul Elia) and Wallflowers (Kieran Turner). Watch their nominated work below: