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Director - Actor - Producer - Adventurer

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RIP Dino Bradley

I learned today that a very good friend of mine in "Guitar Town" (as he always called Nashville when we spoke), passed away back in late December 2017 from a heart attack. Dino Bradley was not only one of the finest guitar players in the world (several gold records with Hank Jr, David Allen Coe,…

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Willy, what film projects do you have coming up?

I've had a few people ask what new film projects I have coming up...  After we wrapped up production on Gordon Finn 2, I decided that I was going to take a short break from any new film projects with a couple minor exceptions.  Those exceptions are two LGBT micro-shorts, Infernal Angels and Untradit…

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Saying Goodbye To 2015, A Year In Review

Hello Friends!  As we all say goodbye to another year, I like to reflect on people and things that took place over the year to offer not only praise to huge influences but also lessons learned, sad loss and great memories.  Tomorrow I will release another writing to feature new plans for 2016!  For …

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HELP WANTED: BREAKING FATE ENTERTAINMENT

I'm going to be looking for a lot of dedicated people to join new planning / production committees that I'm assembling for each of Breaking Fate Entertainment's film festival events. If you have an interest in getting involved, please watch the Breaking Fate Entertainment Facebook Page for postings …

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Destination America's "Exorcism: Live" - Mixed Emotions

Happy Halloween and a blessed Samhain my friends!

As I dig into a little advertising work today (yes, I work on Halloween..lol), I glance at the worlds trends as I do every day when I first get to my desk. And today it seems that yesterday's Exorcism: Live! broadcast on Destination America​ has the…

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DDP Won Dark Image of the Day on Model Mayhem 3/1/2015!!

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Willy Adkins / Deviant Desires Photography won the "Dark Image of the Day" contest on ModelMayhem.com with this awesome image above featuring Model: Euphoria as a "Zombie Clown", shot on location at the old DDP Dungeon Studio in Dekalb, IL!

Thanks to all who voted for this image, and bravo to the …

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DDP Won Dark Image of the Day on Model Mayhem 2/27/2015!!

Deviant Desires Photo: Blog Imported Photos-photos &emdash;
Willy Adkins / Deviant Desires Photography won the "Dark Image of the Day" contest on ModelMayhem.com with this awesome image above featuring Model: Genocidal Creation as "Clockwork Orange", shot on location at the old DDP Dungeon Studio in Dekalb, IL!

Thanks to all who voted for this image, and b…

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THE FINAL CUT REVIEWS “GORDON FINN” & “BALLOON FEAST!

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Our friend Mark Krawczyk over at The Final Cut / Special Mark Productions just released a review of 2 new Breaking Fate Entertainment Short Films, Gordon Finn (Willy Adkins Producer / Co-Writer / Lead Actor) & Balloon Feast (Willy Adkins Director / Producer / DP / Editor)…

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DDP Won Dark Image of the Day on Model Mayhem 9/19/2014!!

Deviant Desires Photo: April Berry &emdash;
Willy Adkins / Deviant Desires Photography won the "Dark Image of the Day" contest on ModelMayhem.com with this awesome image above featuring Model: April Berry, shot on location at Bartonville Insane Asylum!

Thanks to all who voted for this image, and bravo to the other artists who contributed su…

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Willy Adkins Does The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge!


I was challenged by Wolf McKinney to take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge!


With that, I wish to nominate Ezequiel Martinez Jr., Randy Lee Beasley & Darren Marlar!


So, here you go!  Enjoy and above all else DONATE!!


www.ALSA.org/Donate

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Words and Wisdom By Willy Adkins

Words and Wisdom from Willy Adkins...


DO NOT believe everything you see and/or read in the media, on social media or by word of mouth.


One story told by 2 people become 3 different stories.


Try being INFORMED instead of just OPINIONATED.


Be conscious of peer pressure and be an individual rather …

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Gordon Finn World Premier Announced!!!

Wolf McKinney truly pushed me to give my best performance as an actor to date! I can not tell you how proud I am of this film and how excited I am for you all to see it! Please, mark your calendars for July 12th to attend the World Premier screening in Chicago as part of The Prairie State Film Fes…

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DDP Wins The Dark Image of the Day Award 05/23/2014

DDP won the "Model Mayhem Dark Image of the Day Contest" for 5/23/2014 with the theme "Poor Life Choices"

Deviant Desires Photo: 2013-03-22 18:43 &emdash;

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A Photo of Willy Adkins by Visually Odd Photography Won An Award!

A photo by Chris Peterlin / Visually Odd Photography won The Model Mayhem Dark Image of the Day Award with the them "Insomnia"!


One thing is for sure, I am the perfect poster boy for Insomnia!


Great Work Chris! Always a pleasure working with you!


Deviant Desires Photo: Awards Gallery &emdash;

 

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Goodbye Illinois... Closing shop for a week to move.

Well... I am officially out of time in regards to any further Breaking Fate Entertainment work for one week... I am short on a couple things I REALLY wanted to have done and that may or may not effect pending deals... In the end, all I can do is take a deep breath and accept that whatever will be, …

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The Breaking Fate TV Network & Supporting Indie Art!

I've been slowly building on The Breaking Fate TV Network behind the scenes for a few months now. I haven't pushed it very hard with mass promotion yet, as I have been wanting to offer opportunities for independent filmmaker friends to get involved on the network early / free. I have had some great…

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A letter of love and appreciation for my first wife 10 years later...

Well.. I kept it to myself all day today.. But I would be lieing if I said it wasn't on my mind. Ten years ago today, my first wife Allison and I divorced. I truly thought that I would be with her forever. I loved her completely and in some ways still do today. After the divorce it felt like the one…

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Thinking about starting a daily blog leading to an autobiography...

After speaking to a friend and letting them in on some of my personal history (involving cancer, two daughters, two marriages, traumatic happenings, working in the entertainment industry, etc.. etc..), it was suggested that I write an autobiography to share my experiences with the world.  I mentione…

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I Support Erin's Law

Erin's Law passed in Illinois.

For those who haven't heard about it, “Erin’s Law” is named for Erin Merryn, who was sexually abused by both a neighbor and a cousin when she was a child. After going public about her abuse, Merryn made it her mission to advocate in favor of ensuring that children hav…

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