Before ‘I Do’

Directed By Kimberly D Conner

A wayward midwestern Firefighter in search of his passion finds love.

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A game of Russian roulette. There are scandalous secrets and a cover up, and three people, bound to take them to the grave. Before ‘I Do’ draws you into the realm of passion and love, lust, lies, and friendship. A fast-paced, colorful drama with a splash of comedy and a myriad of surprises.

 

At the heart, Caleb Abrams, a magnetic, Baltimore, MD, firefighter by day, artist by night, flamboyant and smooth, he could talk his way into a convent.

 

As his “thirties” reluctantly loom to an end, he is on the brink of turning forty, and suddenly afraid of dying alone. 

 

Running in burning buildings gives Caleb an adrenaline rush out this world, but he can’t handle the deaths that are seemingly just part of the job. But Caleb’s sanctified father sees his dreams of becoming the next Van Gogh as less than practical, a strike to his confidence. He’s at a crossroad. 

 

Just one year ago, the love of Caleb’s life bailed on the eve of the wedding, opting to stroll the aisle with someone else. Finally, Caleb is picking up the pieces and moving forward with his life, but the scars are ever-present, bleeding into his present life and coloring every decision.

 

In a twist, Caleb finds comfort. Best friend, Shelby, is ecstatic, when he learns that his wife, Jasmyn, is expecting, and deems Caleb, the “Godfather”. 

 

Out of nowhere, Asia resurfaces in Caleb’s life, and not to apologize for leaving him at the altar, but to rekindle an affair that will lead to insidious, humbling consequences when he discovers that he still loves her.

An honors graduate of Eastern Illinois University, Kimberly D. Conner is a Filmmaker. Kimberly is the first woman to write, produce, and direct four movies in the City of Springfield, placing the capital of Illinois on the map for independent film. Kimberly started off as a camera operator before transitioning to the director's chair. In 2005, Kimberly founded her own film production company, Predestined Arts & Entertainment, focusing on films by women. Her first film, a short titled, "This Life Ain't Pretty", landed on the list of Top 5 Best Short Films of the Year, shining a spotlight on HIV/AIDS in young, black, heterosexual America, based on a true story. Kimberly wrote, produced, and directed her first feature, titled, "Jump In", raising awareness about breast cancer. The award-winning film is available on Prime and Tubi. Kimberly's feature film, Before ' I Do' earned 4 out of 4 stars on Rotten Tomatoes. Film Critics called the film, "a thought-provoking, cinematic treat, designed to simultaneously elevate, enlighten, and entertain." The film is available on Peacock, Prime, and Tubi. Her latest work includes the thriller, "Lipstick". The film placed as a Finalist in six film festivals. The movie won two awards for "Best Feature". Lipstick screened in theaters in major U.S cities including Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, and New York. "Lipstick" is available on Prime. Kimberly has two comedies and a fantasy drama in development.

Roxbury International Film Festival

Ocktober Film Festival

Women’s International Film Festival

Finalist

"A thought-provoking cinematic treat."
Rotten Tomatoes

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