Lunden De’Leon – Broken Halos

By starrymag | April 29, 2020

By: Jamie Steinberg

 

 

Q) What are the recent projects that you are working on?  

 

A) I’m currently filming the thriller Payne in Wilmington, North Carolina. I play the role of Detective Yvette Paige. She’s a very tough and smart detective. The film has a lot of twists and turns and is scheduled to be released in October 2020. I also recently booked the Netflix movie Broken Church playing the lead role of Beverly Logan. The film is in pre-production and will start filming later this summer.

 

Q) Please tell us the premise for the film Broken Halos.

 

A) Broken Halos centers around a former police officer experiencing haunting visions and hearing voices. I play the role of Patricia, the wife of a slain cop trying to put her life back together again.

 

Q) What made you want to be a part of the movie?

 

A) I’ve worked with the producers of the film in the past. After reading the script, I knew Patricia would push my comfort zone. I was up for the challenge.

 

Q) What did you find challenging about portraying Patricia?

 

A) I had a scene that took place in a graveyard. It was a very emotional scene. The challenge was letting go and centering myself once the director yelled “cut.”

 

Q) What were some of your favorite scenes to film?

 

A) The cast and crew were absolutely amazing so all the scenes were my favorite.

 

Q) How did you shake off a long day of shooting?

 

A) Prayer and meditation

 

Q) We’ve also recently seen you in the movie Blackbear. Were you familiar with any of your costars before filming with them?

 

A) Absolutely, I’m a big fan of Eric Roberts. I’ve also followed Darrin Henson’s career since the show “Soul Food.”

 

Q) What advice did director J.M. Berrios offer that you took to heart while filming?

 

A) Relax and enjoy the process.

 

Q) What message do you hope viewers take away from his film?

 

A) Never give up!

 

Q) How do you select the projects you work on?

 

A) I go for roles that speak to me. As well as ones that help me grow as an actress.

 

Q) What advice would you give up and coming actors and actresses?

 

A) Take classes, take risks and never give up.

 

Q) What would you like to say to everyone who are fans and supporters of you and your work?

 

A) I am so grateful to share my art with fans. Thank you so much for supporting me on this journey.