CP was founded in 2003 by a group of filmmakers and travelers with production experience in over 20 countries for a variety of causes and clients. Our work ranges from feature length documentary film production to short films and webisodes. We produced the feature documentary Dear Francis, about AIDS in Swaziland, which aired on Showtime television and The Movie Channel. More examples of our work can be found on the clients page. Though we keep pretty busy with out own projects CP occasionally takes on new projects for clients. We’re always on the lookout for new stories to tell. We are passionate about using film to document powerful stories.

Chronicle Project is also the production entity behind the Deidox film series.

Producer | David Mahanes
David has overseen the production of documentaries, promotional videos, and short films over the last four years, including the award-winning documentary Dear Francis. He has produced and filmed projects in several countries including, Swaziland, Rwanda, Kenya, Mexico, Turkey, Thailand, and Morocco. Previously David worked with I-40 Films, a film/video production company, where he oversaw the production of commercials including award winning spots for Ford and the Carolina Hurricanes.

David graduated from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama with a B.A. in History and Political Science. For three years, he provided leadership to a community outreach program for at-risk high school students in Northwest Pasadena. David worked at Lake Avenue Church as a high school small group director for four years. He continues to enjoy working with and mentoring several college age students. Prior to moving to California, David spent four years as the personal assistant to Governor George Voinovich of Ohio.

Director | Brent Gudgel
Brent has directed documentaries, promotional videos, and short films over the past four years, including Dear Francis and the Deidox films. He has directed productions in over 20 countries including Vietnam, Thailand, China, Tibet, Uzbekistan, Tanzania, Indonesia, and the Czech Republic. Prior to joining the CP team, Brent directed projects for clients such as Ford, English Language Institute China, and the Crisis Pregnancy Center. He also directed the short films Athena’s Drive-Through Counseling Center and Smokin’ the Habit, both winning awards at film festivals.

Brent graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a B.A. in Communication Studies. For two years Brent worked at Lake Avenue Church with their high school group and their young adult service. He also served on staff with Young Life in Claremont, CA. He currently lives in Pasadena, with his lovely wife, where they are actively involved in a home church. Aside from film work, Brent recently co-wrote the book Before You Get Engaged, which is available in bookstores everywhere.