Frequently Asked Questions
[What is an online series? ]
An online series is basically a serialized drama, comedy, action, or horror series that is presented in the episodic format. That being, a series of a particular genre, or one that combines multiple elements, that is completely presented through text or video for an online audience.
Online series began to expand rapidly to an audience in the mid-late 90s, and there are still a few ongoing series that commenced during this time presently in production (About Schuyler Falls, Footprints).
Presently, there are many web serials that actively produce new episodes and new serials pop up everyday. These series encompass a number of genres and usually offer something unique for their readers. To the right you will find a hand-selected list of serials we recommend.
[How are episodes presented? ]
Episodes for South Beach are all presented in a text-based format and consist of usually around seven scenes per episode. To accompany each scene you will find pictures of the characters and links that will take you to their respective bios.
In the past, 'seasons' usually spanned about a year and consisted of roughly fifty episodes. However, the creator has since done away with seasons in favor to present special 'arcs' that will consist of ten episodes. Each arc will have a certain focus and theme, with a brief 1-2 month break between arcs.
[Are these real actors involved in the series? ]
As stated in our Disclaimer, the pictures of actors are used for sole visual representation and are not affiliated with the series in anyway. Since this is a completely non-profit production, there is no royalty or other compensated legal funds being distributed or made.
[How Can I learn more about the Creator of South Beach? Is this his only project? ]
The creator of South Beach has worked on numerous other serials that have been presented on the web. Presently he produces the series Pac Heights which premiered in 2006.
The creator has also published over fifty poetic works in the last several years. You can learn much more about him and view all of his projects at his personal page located here.
[What exactly is the premise of South Beach? ]
The series is set in the vibrant and diverse community of South Beach, Florida. Two core families are the main focus of the series as we explore their connections to each other and revisit bitter feuds of the past.
The Colesons are a middle-class family that has its history deeply rooted in the area. Headed by matriarch Ruth Coleson, the family includes a long line of those who have served in the police force. Bo Coleson was presently promoted to Police Chief, and his brother Drake also works with him as an officer for the SBPD. Lindsey, Bo's wife, was diagnosed with breast cancer and triumphantly won the battle and went into remission. However, Lindsey still fears that the cancer will one day return.
The Crawfords are a wealthier family that have resided in the area for four generations now. They own many business in the area, including Monica Crawford's cosmetics line. Monica intensified the feud between the two families and shocked many when she announced that she was carrying Bo Coleson's child in 2001. Although her scheme included her artificially inseminating herself with Bo's sperm, it was later revealed in the series that her husband Sam was the child's actual father. Still to this day, the secret is only Monica's as she does all she can to maintain the fact that Bo is Sarah's father.
Sam and Monica's son, Adam, revealed he was gay in 2000 and soon started dating Tony Maravalli. While his parents weren't very accepting, his sister Kaylee and Tony were his rock as he went through the process of accepting himself and finding a new identity.
After a horrible fight with Tony and getting quite drunk many years ago, Adam cheated by sleeping with his friend Brian (who was also in a relationship at the time). While the two couples, Adam/Tony and Brian/Noah, were all once great friends, the revelation has since created issues of trust in the group. Currently Adam and Tony are doing all they can to adopt, but they are quickly learning that they will need the support of others.
There are other characters in the series who are connected with the Crawford and Coleson families in one way or another. Follow their individual mental and spiritual journeys as they take a hard look within and realize that making important decisions will not only affect their own future, but the future of others...
