The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight - Ideal Film Cast & Crew
15 people who I think would be the ideal cast & crew for the adaptation of Jennifer E. Smith's YA novel - even though the project is in pre-production.
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Ryan Whitney, formerly Ryan Whitney Newman, is starring in the upcoming independent film, "Notes." She will also appear in the Ronald Reagan biopic, "Reagan," as his first love, Margaret Cleaver. In 2022 alone, she filmed 4 other independent films including "Exposure" and "Good Bad Things," which will both premier in festivals. Ryan graduated UCLA Summa Cum Laude in 2019 with a BA in Psychology. Even with her temporary hiatus to complete her degree, Ryan has nonetheless acquired a lengthy list of credits, given that her professional career started at the tender age of three.
Ryan got her start in print modeling, but quickly caught the eye of casting directors for commercials, television, and film. With her radiance and versatility, Ryan excelled in all roles she took on, from natural and nuanced dramatic performances to her effortless comedic timing. Ryan made her feature film debut at the age of six years old alongside an all-star cast including Steve Buscemi, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Kevin James and Nick Cannon in Columbia Pictures motion capture film "Monster House," where she earned the distinction of being the youngest actor ever to be motion captured. Shortly after, she starred alongside Tim Allen, Courteney Cox, Chevy Chase and Kate Mara in Sony Picture's "Zoom." More recent credits include the independent features "Bad Sister," "The Thinning," and "Alexander IRL." Ryan is known for her lead role in the Nick at Nite series "See Dad Run" as 'Emily Hobbs,' the teenage daughter of Scott Baio, and for the lead role of 'Ginger Falcone' in the Disney XD series "Zeke and Luther." She also frequented fan favorites such as "Hannah Montana," "Good Luck Charlie," "Big Time Rush," and "The Thundermans."
Ryan won the 2010 Young Artist Award for 'Best Performance in a TV Series by a Leading Actress' edging out four other nominees including Miley Cyrus and Miranda Cosgrove. She has taken an active part in the fashion world several times attending New York Fashion Week for work and press. When she's not filming, Ryan enjoys singing, dancing, philanthropy, music, cooking, baking, and traveling. She currently lives in Los Angeles.Hadley Sullivan- Dean-Charles Chapman is an English actor. He is known for portraying Billy Elliot in the West End theatre production of Billy Elliot the Musical, Tom Blake in Sam Mendes's film 1917, and Tommen Baratheon in the fourth, fifth and sixth seasons of the HBO drama series Game of Thrones.Oliver
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Casey Affleck is a renowned American actor, filmmaker, and producer recognized for his captivating performances and commitment to independent cinema. With an Academy Award under his belt and a reputation as a powerful leading man, Casey Affleck has established himself as one of the most compelling and versatile actors in contemporary cinema. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered performances of exceptional depth and nuance in a wide range of film genres.
Affleck's breakout role came in Andrew Dominik's critically acclaimed character drama, "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" (2007). His performance as Robert Ford, a young man consumed by a complex cocktail of admiration and resentment for the notorious outlaw Jesse James (portrayed by Brad Pitt), earned him widespread recognition, including Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations.
He solidified his critical acclaim with a starring role in his brother Ben Affleck's directorial debut, "Gone, Baby, Gone" (2007). This gripping neo-noir followed two Boston-based private detectives searching for an abducted young girl. Affleck's performance, showcasing both vulnerability and determination, further cemented his reputation as a rising dramatic force.
The following decade saw Affleck continue to diversify his roles, venturing outside the realm of independent drama to blockbuster productions. He was seen in Christopher Nolan's ambitious sci-fi epic "Interstellar" (2014) alongside an ensemble cast including Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway. Affleck also appeared in Scott Cooper's gritty crime thriller, "Out of the Furnace" (2013), where he shared the screen with Christian Bale.
His versatility continued to shine with his performance in the independent film "Ain't Them Bodies Saints" (2013), showcasing a quieter, more brooding side to his acting talents. That same year, Affleck turned his attention to production, establishing The Affleck/Middleton Project with John Powers Middleton as a platform to develop and produce a diverse array of film and television projects.
Affleck's directorial work came to fruition with the release of the mockumentary "I'm Still Here" (2010), which he directed, wrote, and produced, featuring Joaquin Phoenix in a performance art piece that blurred the lines between fiction and reality. This experimental project demonstrated Affleck's willingness to challenge conventional storytelling formats.
In 2016, Affleck returned to the spotlight with his career-defining performance in Kenneth Lonergan's profoundly moving drama, "Manchester by the Sea." His portrayal of Lee Chandler, a grief-stricken man coping with immense loss, earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor. This raw and unforgettable performance cemented Affleck's status as one of the industry's finest dramatic actors.
2016 also saw Affleck star in several other notable films, including the action thriller "Triple 9" (2016) and Disney's historical drama, "The Finest Hours." He further expanded his range with roles in independent films like David Lowery's "A Ghost Story" (2017), a meditative exploration of loss and the passage of time.
Affleck has continued to take on challenging projects that have pushed his boundaries as an actor. Most recently, he starred opposite Elisabeth Moss in the psychological thriller "Light of My Life" (2019), which he also wrote and directed.
His upcoming projects include a pivotal role in Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated "Oppenheimer" (2023), where he portrays theoretical physicist Robert Oppenheimer himself. Affleck is also slated to star in "Slingshot" (2024), a science fiction thriller set in space.
Casey Affleck's talent for embodying complex, flawed characters with profound authenticity has made him one of the most sought-after actors in the industry. With his captivating performances, dedication to his craft, and his discerning eye for unique storytelling projects, the future remains bright for this remarkable actor.Mr Sullivan- Kimberley Nixon was born on 24 September 1985 in Bristol, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging (2008), Black Death (2010) and Wild Child (2008).Hadley's Stepmother-To-Be
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Born as Emma Chukker and raised in San Diego, California, Emma Caulfield began studying drama at the La Jolla Playhouse and the Old Globe Theatre, where she won the distinguished honor of "Excellence in Theatre Arts". She picked up her drama studies once again at The American School in Switzerland (TASIS) in London, all before finishing high school.
Caulfield, an award-winning actress known for her starring role as the young and beautiful demon-turned-mortal "Anya" on Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) starting in 1999. Her role was initially conceived only as a guest demon-of-the-week appearance in a December 1998 episode, but she was called back for a few more guest spots when Joss Whedon recognized her talent. She appeared in most of the episodes the following season and, after that, was promoted to a full-time series regular. She has starred in numerous films, including the hit indie sci-fi/rom-com film Timer (2009) as the central character, Oona Leary, a woman on the verge of her 30th birthday who trusts that an implanted timer device will tell her the exact moment she will meet her true love.
Caulfield starred in the ensemble indie film Telling of the Shoes (2014) as "Alex", the quietly suffering wife of a man with a deep secret. She garnered praise in the role of Sarah in the short film Hollow (2007), picking up a Best Actress award at the Beverly Hills Short Film Festival. She starred as "Caitlin Green" in the Revolution Studios' thriller, Darkness Falls (2003). She also starred alongside Chaney Kley as a young woman attempting to take care of her troubled 8-year-old brother plagued by night terrors. Left to her own resources, Caitlin must tackle the legendary evil that haunts their small town in the dark.
Caulfield spent 2010 juggling two shows, Gigantic (2010) and Life Unexpected (2010), in heavily recurring arcs. She is also a writer and producer. In August 2009, she and her writing partner Camilla Ransten launched the successful web comic, Contropussy. A decidedly female-driven satire that showcases human behavior through the eyes of animals. She is also the co-creator, executive producer and star of the hit web series Bandwagon: The Series (2010).Hadley's Mum- Additional Crew
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Victoria Moorhouse is known for Carrie Pilby (2016), Unleashed (2016) and Eye of the Hurricane (2012).Producer- Executive Producer
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Raised in Malibu, California, Kym Gold was influenced by endless golden sunsets and the natural beauty of her surroundings. Throughout the last 25 years, Kym's unwavering drive and captivating style has helped her achieve multiple successes as a designer, creative, and entrepreneur.
As an accomplished fashion designer, Kym incepted notable clothing labels including: True Religion Brand Jeans, Bella Dahl, Hippie Jeans, and Babakul.
Over the years, Kym's fashion designs have been worn by individuals such as Angelina Jolie, David Beckham, Donna Karan, Heidi Klum, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gwen Stefani, Holly Robinson Peete, Tom Ford, and Justin Timberlake; and have been featured in top magazines, including Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, InStyle, and Rolling Stone.
In 2014, Kym released her memoir-business advice book, Gold Standard: How to Rock the World and Run an Empire with co-author Sharon Soboil. The book shares her vast experience and insight into the fashion industry, and her personal journey to become a successful designer.
Today, Kym focuses on developing and producing film and television projects with a social conscience, including co-producing SLAG: Served Like a Girl, a documentary on female veterans that received praise at the 2017 SXSW Festival. She is also a producer of the feature film Carrie Pilby, starring Bel Powley and Nathan Lane.
Kym is also a creative branding and design consultant to start-up ventures and established companies in the cosmetics, fashion, home, and lifestyle industries. She mentors new fashion brands, and is an advocate for Phoenix Fashion Week.
Kym feels strongly about empowering a younger generation of women. She believes sharing her tumultuous personal journey as a leading businesswoman will give valued insight to upcoming fashionistas and provide the extra-needed strength and useful tools to help women become a better version of themselves.
Several Projects are currently in development with Kym; Scripted and Unscripted Deals. Michelle Zeitlin, Manager/Talent & LiteraryExecutive Producer- Writer
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Kara Holden is known for Clouds (2020), Carrie Pilby (2016) and Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life (2016). She has been married to Ryan Devlin since June 2009.Screenplay- Composer
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One of the UK's most successful female music ambassadors, Debbie is in demand as a composer and conductor.
Over the past 25 years, there are probably few people in the UK who have not heard one of Debbie's film or television scores. Whether watching Stephen Fry bring Oscar Wilde to life on the big screen, hearing the latest political commentary on a Sunday morning with Andrew Marr, revelling in the Tudor world of Thomas Cromwell in "Wolf Hall" or marvelling as Mark Williams's Father Brown solves another audiences have revelled in Debbie's iconic themes of beauty and passion, love and laughter.
Debbie has won a TRIC Award for THE GOOD GUYS and an RTS Award for WARRIORS, and has been nominated for two Ivor Novello Awards for WILDE and DEATH OF YUGOSLAVIA. In 2016 she was awarded the Best Composer, Drama award for WOLF HALL at the RTS West Awards. She has appeared as Kirsty Young's castaway on Desert Island Discs, and as an expert guest on the TV broadcasts of The Proms. She has presented two series of Sounds And Sweet Airs - an exploration of the history of female composers - on Classic FM.
Debbie was one of 11 composers chosen to write "New Water Music" for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Pageant in 2012. She was also commissioned to compose the Overture and Finale music for the Queen's 90th Birthday Celebration in May 2016 and is the appointed composer of The Pageant at the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
Debbie is currently Classic FM's Composer in Residence. Her most recent album The Glorious Garden, a collaboration with Alan Titchmarsh, spent three weeks at number 1 in the UK Classical chart.
Debbie was commissioned to compose the signature music for Viking Cruises in 2016, and in March 2017 she was made Godmother to their river ship Viking Herja.
In the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2018 Debbie was appointed OBE for services to music.
In April 2019 Debbie accepted the post of President of Making Music - the first female President in the charity's history - and she is Patron of Soundabout, the charity which has pioneered the use of music, rhythm and sound to give disabled children a voice and a way to express themselves.
Debbie's most recent release - THE MYTHOS SUITE - a collaboration with Stephen Fry, was recorded at Abbey Road Studios with the National Symphony Orchestra and released by Decca Records in February 2020, achieving #1 in the UK Classical Music Charts.Music- Cinematographer
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Christian Rein was born in 1970 in Munich, Germany. He is a cinematographer and actor, known for Love, Rosie (2014), How to Be Single (2016) and Wholetrain (2006).Cinematography- Editor
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Phillip J. Bartell is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker who edited the Netflix hit To All The Boys I've Loved Before, along with the horror satire Bad Hair, the Netflix series Dear White People, as well as Sundance winners Dear White People (2014 Special Jury Prize) and Undertow (2010 Int'l Audience Award). He has written for film and TV and directed season two of Skam Austin. He also directed the multi-award winning 2000 short "Crush," and co-wrote, edited and directed the classy 2006 feature, Eating Out 2: Sloppy Seconds.Editor