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- Brooke Mackenzie is known for Winged Creatures (2008), Sink Hole (2013) and How I Met Your Mother (2005).
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Devanny Pinn is an award winning actress and producer hailing from Los Angeles, California who is best known for her work in independent horror cinema. A performer since the age of 3, Devanny grew up in New Jersey appearing in ballets and musicals. Starring as Clara in South Jersey Ballet Theaters production of "The Nutcracker", she continued on to appear in the Moscow Ballet's production during their US Tour. At 17 she moved to Arizona where she landed the role of Eva Peron in Scottsdale Theaters "Evita". She entered college with an Opera scholarship and appeared as Christine Daae in their televised review of "Phantom of the Opera."
During college, reality show producers recruited Devanny for a variety of shows in Los Angeles including Rock of Love, Shot at Love, Paris Hiltons New Bff and Vh1's Scream Queens. Fascinated by production, she decided to seek out acting opportunities in movies. It was then that she landed her first lead role in feature film, a horror movie that would introduce her to genre fans and press that soon after dubbed her their 'scream queen'.
She has since appeared in over 80 horror movies and has shared the screen with genre icons including Linda Blair, Danny Trejo, Vivica A. Fox, Sid Haig and Tara Reid. She has received critical acclaim for her portrayal of infamous true-to-live individuals including Susan Atkins in the Charles Manson biopic "House of Manson" and murder suspect Casey Anthony in ID mini series "Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery", which received the highest rating debut in the networks history. Psychological thriller "The Dawn", in which she stars opposite Stacey Dash (Clueless) and Jonathan Bennett (Mean Girls) debuted in American theaters January 2020 and is playing around the world.
Having found a love for film behind the camera as well, Devanny began producing feature films in 2012. She became VP for an international sales agency and worked in acquisitions for a United States-based distribution company. Devanny has since produced 10 feature films which are available on Television, Blu-Ray, DVD, and Video on Demand platforms worldwide and have been featured in major industry trades such as Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, Vanity Fair, The Wrap, and Rolling Stone. She has aspirations to be a studio executive and is a proud member of the Producers Guild of America. .- Actress
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Burgandi Trejo Phoenix is a proud Chicana multi-hyphen with Indigenous (Yaqui/Yoeme) roots and is a member of SAG-Aftra & Actor's Equity who uses her voice in the industry to campaign for the accurate representation of BIPOC women on and off-screen. She has extensive theatrical, comedy, and improv. training and is a working actor, dancer, voice-over artist, singer, and writer. Several of the animated shows she has voiced characters on have been nominated for Emmy Awards, (Spirit Rangers on Netflix-7 Emmy Nominations), named Spotify's "Best of" (The Royals of Malibu-Diversion Audio), and also named "Best of" on the Google Play store, (Cookie Run Kingdom-DevSisters). She is the national spokesperson for talentboom, a former host of Casting Frontier's YouTube show, 'The Curve', owns the blog, MyFeistyLife & co-founded The Actor Toolkit Club on Clubhouse. Burgandi also danced as a company member with the Tucson School of Ballet and Ballet Rincon for several years and she eventually went on to train in belly dancing, salsa, ballroom, modern, tap, and lyrical. She resides in Los Angeles, with her husband, actor Carlos Ramzey Ramirez & their furbaby, Lola.- Actress
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Kayla Tabish was born on 31 October 1982 in Spokane, Washington, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for The Girl Next Door (2004), Culture of Fear (2017) and Loren Cass (2006).- Actress
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Jessica Sonneborn was born in Connecticut, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for The Haunting of Alice D (2014), Drawn Into the Night (2022) and Bloody Bloody Bible Camp (2012).- Actress
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Noel Thurman was born and raised in Orange County, California. She comes from a large family, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Her older brother plays in a Punk Rock band, and younger brother does graphics and web pages. She has played competitive sports all her life, soccer, volleyball, and has a 1st degree black belt in. She has 1 amazing daughter, a singer Jade Tyler and 2 nephews, one she calls, Dragon ( aka Zach) and Jack. Dragon is an actor cellist and Jack plays the bass guitar. However, her daughter has been the most fulfilling experience in life and nothing in the world has even come close.- Actress
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Brandon Slagle is a visionary director known for his bold and eclectic approach to filmmaking. Born in Austin, Texas, Slagle's passion for storytelling ignited at a young age, inspired by the vibrant culture and cinematic landscape of his hometown.
After honing his craft through various roles in the industry, including acting and screenwriting, Slagle made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed indie horror film "The Black Dahlia Haunting" in 2012. This debut showcased his unique flair for blending suspense, atmosphere, and psychological depth, earning him recognition among genre aficionados and critics alike.
Since then, Slagle has continued to push the boundaries of cinema with a diverse range of projects spanning multiple genres. From gritty crime dramas to pulse-pounding action thrillers, Slagle's body of work reflects his fearless exploration of the human condition and the darker aspects of society.
One of Slagle's most notable accomplishments is his ability to assemble top-tier talent, both in front of and behind the camera. Collaborating with seasoned actors and industry professionals, he has cultivated a reputation for creating immersive and compelling narratives that resonate with audiences on a visceral level.
In addition to his directorial prowess, Slagle is also recognized for his keen eye for visual storytelling and meticulous attention to detail. Whether crafting intricate set pieces or orchestrating breathtaking action sequences, he approaches each project with a passion and dedication that sets him apart in the competitive world of filmmaking.
Beyond his work in film, Slagle is also an advocate for independent cinema and emerging talent. As a mentor and supporter of up-and-coming filmmakers, he remains committed to fostering creativity and innovation within the industry, inspiring the next generation of storytellers to pursue their dreams fearlessly.
With a bold and dynamic cinematic voice, Brandon Slagle continues to make waves in the world of filmmaking, leaving an indelible mark on audiences and critics alike. As he continues to challenge conventions and redefine the boundaries of storytelling, one thing is certain: the future of cinema is brighter with Brandon Slagle at the helm.- Actor
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A native of Los Angeles, Carlos Ramirez began theatre at the early age of ten through his local church community. While a participant in his church choir, his talent led him to the opportunity to perform at the Hollywood Bowl. While attending acting classes at the Theatre of Arts, he and his identical twin brother Efren Ramirez (now known for his role as Pedro in Napoleon Dynamite) were discovered for a TV series titled Hell Town staring Robert Blake.
Seeking new challenges, Carlos went on to study dance at the Glendale Theatre. He continued his pursuit of acting on such episodic shows like The Love Boat and Twilight Zone as well as being featured in an industrial titled Sweet 15 and a feature titled La Bamba staring Lou Diamond Phillips.
At the age of seventeen, Carlos joined the United States Air Force. During his eight years in the military, he has served in Operation Desert Shield in Iraq, and Operation Joint Endeavor working NATO forces under a unified command in Bosnia while stationed upon the global market.
While still in the military and stationed in the U.K., Carlos studied theatre and dance at the Body Works college in Cambridge. Shortly after his enlistment, he moved to Nashville, Tennessee for further studies in theatre, dance, and foreign language. He is fluent in 4 languages and a very talented dancer. After spending a few years in Tennessee, Carlos returned home to Los Angeles for enhanced studies at the Meisner Conservatory program through Laura Henry. He has also attended such courses as: The Alexander Technique, IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) technique, and has studied with Diane Venora. He studies with acting coach Alan Feinstein and will be attending the Academy of Shakespeare. While taking these courses, he also attends a music school where he is learning to be fluent in the cello as well as in the piano.
Carlos is also a co-producer of a pilot titled "Wanna Be Me" that showed at Sundance 2009, where he stars opposite Michael Lohan (father of Lindsay Lohan), Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls), Shalim Ortiz (Hero's), and Fernanda Romero (The Eye). He has been involved in many charity organizations, and has been a motivational speaker across the country. He is also a commissioner for the Citizen Commission on Human Rights.- Actor
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David Fernandez Jr. was born in San Diego, California. He studied Dramatic Arts at Mesa College. He is best known for the role of Spooky in the hit film, "End of Watch" starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Michael Pena and Anna Kendrick. His latest project is the role of Eugenio in "The Hollow Point" starring Patrick Wilson, Jim Belushi, and John Leguizamo. His most recent TV appearances have been on: Sons of Anarchy/FX, Weeds/Showtime, Mystery Girls/ABC Family, Justified/FX, and Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23/ABC. David is finding his place in Hollywood and his vision is to produce films with positive messages that will impact audiences around the world.