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Horror and Humor Collide:
A True Story with a Supernatural Twist
At its heart, As Blessed Is He is an intensely personal project. The film presents the true-life story of Duque’s own family and the chaotic events surrounding the purchase of their very first home back in the late 1970s. What was supposed to be a monumental milestone for the family quickly spiraled into an unforgettable saga.
The movie follows the Duque family's comedic adventures as they navigate the standard quirks of homeownership, only to find themselves completely overwhelmed by sudden, horrific supernatural encounters. By anchoring the terrifying paranormal phenomena in the warm, humorous, and sometimes absurd reactions of a real family, Duque crafts a narrative that feels uniquely grounded yet deeply unsettling.
Sergio Duque’s True-Life Supernatural Comedy "As Blessed Is He" Set for December to Premiere
NEW JERSEY — This December, horror fans and comedy lovers alike will gather at the historic Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan, New Jersey, for a highly anticipated red carpet premiere. Written, directed, and produced by independent filmmaker Sergio Duque, As Blessed Is He brings a wildly original, genre-bending narrative to the big screen, blending authentic family dynamics with spine-chilling paranormal chaos.
Real Roots and Raw Inspiration
As Blessed is He is a deeply personal project written by Sergio, based entirely on actual events that happened to him and his family while growing up in New Jersey. Never forgetting his roots, Duque filled the project's roster with many of the local theater actors he grew up performing alongside. The film's standout lead cast features:
Ana Paula Zhunio
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Benjamin Karras
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Frank Todisco
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Katrina Tutchek
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Brittney Seebeck
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Sergio Duque
Meet the Cast
Nicholas Candito
As an actor, Frank Todisco is an indie film performer known for his work in projects like As Blessed Is He (2026), Found on Side C, and Love, Shots, and Hockey Pucks (2024)
Frank Todisco
Jeannie Candito
Ana Paula Zhunio is a Brazilian actress and production department member who is actively building her creative career in the United States. Based out of Kearny, New Jersey, she has appeared in several independent films, shorts, and television series, often taking on roles such as store clerks, detectives, and key supporting characters.
Ana Paula Zhunio
Carlitta Candito
Katrina Tutschek is an American vocalist, stage actress, and television actress originally from Hackensack, New Jersey.
She is most widely recognized for her television appearance on the true-crime documentary series "Evil Lives Here". In the 2019 episode titled "Let Her Rot," she portrayed the role of Teen Guenevere
Katrina Tutchek
Marissa Candito
Brittney Seebeck is an American actor and performer best known for her roles in independent films and shorts, particularly within the horror and thriller genres. Based out of Toms River, New Jersey, she has actively pursued film and television projects while showcasing a diverse set of performance skills.
Britteny Seebeck
Sergio Candito
The actor Benjamin Karras is a film and television performer best known for his roles in independent thriller and horror productions.
Benjamin Karras
Meet the Director
Sergio Duque
Director
From the Stage to Hollywood
Duque’s rise to filmmaking prominence follows a prolific career on both the big and small screens. Audiences will recognize him from his appearances in major Hollywood blockbusters and hit television series, including:
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Superman Returns
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Davinci
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Cobra Kai
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America’s Most Wanted
Long before stepping onto Hollywood sets, Sergio built a powerful foundation in live theater. He launched his acting career performing in numerous high-profile musical productions throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
He commanded the stage in coveted lead roles for legendary shows, including Jekyll and Hyde, Jesus Christ Superstar, Man of La Mancha, Godspell, and Guys and Dolls. Notably, his early stage days also included performing alongside future Hollywood star Jesse Eisenberg in Peter Pan. Working with Eisenberg again in the near future remains a major item on Sergio's career bucket list.
In Loving Memory
Randy DeOrio
Paranormal Investigator
Writer, actor and fighter Randy DeOrio was born in Chicago, Illinois but raised in Paterson, New Jersey. From an early age, Randy was attracted to athletics - most notably to martial arts. Throughout his childhood, he pursued his fighting ambitions with much vigor, learning the craft and honing his instincts until his efforts were ready to go from the Dojo to the arena.
In time, Randy was a full-contact Karate tournament fighter with a respectable record of 109-19. Further, Randy would eventually go on to become an award-winning Diamond Glove boxer with a brief professional career. Soon though, Randy began feeling antsy and eager to branch out into other interests. That is when Randy decided that his fighting days were reaching their end and he started to develop a great draw towards acting.
He began watching films rigorously and learning everything he could about the craft until he felt ready to attempt it for himself. He began doing community theater where he cut his teeth. Like learning to fight, acting was trial and error, with more-experienced actors showing Randy the ropes, so to speak. Soon he began to feel comfortable and more confident in his abilities. The rush and energy from live performance reminded him of his fighting days and he was immediately addicted to that euphoric glow he would feel as he walked onto the stage and the enveloping echo of the audience's applause.
After some time in the theater Randy then began pursuing film work, where he felt he could really shine. Film to Randy, was the consummate art-form, where artists could together collaborate towards a singular goal. This too was a learning experience for him, but one where he found his footing rather quickly and where he has really felt at home.
Randy feels lucky to have worked with as many talented artists as he has in such a short period of time - starring in a string of independent films such as "The Right to Live," "Fight the Panda Syndicate" and its upcoming sequel "Revenge of the Panda Syndicate," "Hangman's Noose" and "Scars of a Predator."
Around the time Randy began immersing himself in film, he realized that he had a budding story to tell - a story that he knew he had to write. His first novel, "Jaded: a true story" is about the experiences of Randy's own cousin Alisha.
In addition to his film work, Randy has also been seen on "Law & Order," several local New York/New Jersey area cable television talk shows and the Biogentix CE 6 infomercial.
Randy has several other film projects in development in addition to "Jaded 2," the sequel of his book "Jaded."