David Baloche

David Baloche isn’t exactly a household name—yet. Still, the guy’s been quietly weaving his way through indie cinema, popping up in projects that, honestly, deserve a heck of a lot more buzz. Take Caddo Lake (2024). It’s this eerie, slow-burn thriller set around a real, mysterious Texas lake, and Baloche’s presence anchors the weirdness with a steady intensity. The film’s got this creeping dread, the kind of thing that sticks to your skin long after it’s over, and Baloche totally nails the vibe: haunted, but never over-the-top. Roll back to Valencia Road (2017), and you’ll catch him in a different light. That one’s more of a meditative drama—less shadowy, more soul-searching. Baloche brings this raw honesty to the role, making his character feel lived-in, like a guy you might actually bump into at a run-down gas station while driving through upstate New York. He doesn’t do the whole “tortured artist” routine; it’s subtler, more about what’s not said. Then you’ve got Topside (2020), which, man, that movie’s a punch to the gut. It dives into the underbelly of New York City, focusing on people scraping by in the subway tunnels. Baloche doesn’t steal the spotlight, but he adds texture—he’s one of those actors who makes everyone else look good just by being there. His filmography might not be stacked with blockbuster hits, but if you’re into indie gems and layered performances, he’s a name worth tracking.