Transformational tail of office mediocrity

Small l change was written based upon the life of writer, editor, director, cinematographer, Chris Penney. The story delves into the everyday mediocrity of sitting in an office and conforming to office politics and office culture where one is forced to give up their self identity to fit into this bureaucratic world.
The main character, Dave, played by Jerry Duba struggles day to day in this environment feeling trapped and paralyzed until he receives a copy of a magical book titled ‘Mastering the Blues.” When Dave reads this book and old blues player from the past manifests to help guide Dave to self discovery. This allows Dave to get the courage to try something different with his life. The irony of this is by following the advice of this blues figure, it becomes a win-win, giving the blues player a second chance to live his dream and unite with a love from his past.

Director Bio:
Chris Penney from Grand Rapids, Michigan wrote, directed, filmed and edited Small Change. It is his fifth full length, completely independent, self funded film. Chris’ other films include Sleep Disorder, Return of the Curse, Bigfoot, the Making of a Documentary, and the Basement. All of these films were based in the horror genre. His first two films were picked up for distribution by Pendulum Pictures. The other films are available on indieflix.com.
Chris is a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University, Colorado Christian University and he received his Masters Degree from Central Michigan University. He also attended Compass Film Academy.
Chris is employed full time at Spectrum Health as a multi media specialist developing online learning for medical staff. He has also worked in human resources and mental health.
All of the editing was done on PC with Sony Vegas Pro 9 and New Blue FX. The primary cameras Chris uses are Sony and Canon HDV cameras with a Redrock Micro M2 35 mm film adapter.
When not making films Chris enjoys playing hockey, archaeology, horticulture, his four dogs and the outdoors.
He is married to Amy Penney, who costars in Small Change and is also his business partner. They reside in Plainfield Township.