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- Actress
Marissa Skell was born on 26 August 1986 in Islip, New York, USA. She is an actress, known for Sharp (2013), 1 Nighter (2012) and Dexter (2006).- Cinematographer
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Director
Jonathan Hiller is an American filmmaker known for his work on Hillary (2020), Racing Extinction (2015) and Chasing Coral (2017). He is best known as the co-director of the award-winning film Edges (2016), about which Academy Award Nominee Randall Wallace remarked, "Surprise is the currency of storytelling, and emotion is the treasure it buys. 'Edges' brought me a gold mine, bright with tears and joy."
He was born on Long Island, New York in 1985 and currently resides in San Diego, California.- Kristen Goelz was born on 22 January 1978 in West Islip, New York, USA. She is an actress, known for One Crazy Summer (1986) and The New Adventures of Beans Baxter (1987).
- Actor
- Producer
Boomer Esiason was born on 17 April 1961 in West Islip, New York, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for The Game Plan (2007), 1st & Ten (1984) and American Underdog (2021). He has been married to Cheryl Inez Hyde since 24 May 1986. They have two children.- Actor
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
- Soundtrack
Larry Saperstein was born on 12 April 1998 in Islip, New York, USA. He is an actor and assistant director, known for High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (2019), Porno (2019) and Fan Girl (2015).- James DiStefano is a respected professional actor and acting teacher with over 30 years of experience in the business.
James has been directed by Kathryn Bigelow (first female to win an Oscar for Best Director), Mark Rydell, Albert Brooks (Oscar- nominee), Thomas Shlamme (Emmy-winner), and Danny Cannon (Emmy-nominee). He has acted for Oscar-winner Robert Altman. He is grateful to have been directed by the brilliant Oscar-winner, director of The Godfather, Francis Ford Coppola.
James has studied with co-artistic director of The Actors Studio Mark Rydell (Oscar-nominee for best director, On Golden Pond), Martin Landau (Oscar-winner for Best Actor, Ed Wood), Shelley Winters (two-time Oscar-winner for Best Supporting Actress, including Diary of Anne Frank, Emmy-winner), and Barbara Bain (three-time Emmy-winner).
James has taught both adult and teen classes at the Lee Strasberg Institute, The New York Film Academy, and East L.A. Classic Theatre. He created the first Cold Reading class at the Actor's Studio, which he taught for eight years.
James is a lifelong member of The Actors Studio and actively participates in the Playwrights Unit and Directors Unit.
In his private classes, James uses a variety of techniques to suit each individual actor, so that they can explore their needs, be vulnerable, and take chances to tap into their most creative selves.
James lives in Los Angeles. - Tobias Harris was born on 15 July 1992 in Islip, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Hustle (2022), The NBA on TNT (1988) and NBA on NBC (1990). He has been married to Jasmine Winton since 6 August 2022.
- Visual Effects
- Director
- Writer
Kevin M. O'Neill is known for his groundbreaking Visual Effects work on numerous film and television productions.. In the early 1980s, Kevin attended Ithaca College Park School of Photography and Cinema Studies. His time at the institution allowed him to explore his creative interests and hone his skills in photography and cinema. In 1983, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Photography and Cinema Studies.
After completing his education, Kevin made his way to Manhattan, where he landed a role as a Production Coordinator on the film "Deathmask," starring Farley Granger and Danny Aiello and produced by Lou Scher.
In July 1984, Kevin moved to Hollywood, California, and joined Visual Concept Engineering (VCE), a cutting-edge Visual Effects Facility founded by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Peter Kuran. At VCE, Kevin received training in various aspects of traditional Photo Optical Visual Effects production. His early work included contributions to films like "Beetlejuice," directed by Tim Burton.
In 1987, Kevin was presented with an opportunity to expand the Optical Department at Consolidated Film Industries (CFI), adding Visual Effects services to the studio's impressive roster of Motion Picture and Television clientele. During his time at CFI, he earned his first Visual Effects Supervision credits, working on several films, including "FEAR," produced by award-winning producer Richard Kobritz. It was also during this time that he collaborated with producer Rob Tapert and director Sam Raimi on projects like "Army of Darkness" and "Darkman."
Kevin's expertise in visual effects production led to an invitation to join Apogee, a VFX studio founded by John Dykstra. He became part of the newly formed team responsible for expanding into CGI VFX Production. During his tenure at Apogee, Kevin and his team integrated Desktop CGI into various commercial and television productions, leaving a mark in the industry.
In 1992, Kevin made a significant career move by becoming an independent VFX Supervisor. He collaborated with notable figures such as Rafaela DeLaurentis and Rob Cohen on "Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story" and contributed to several VFX sequences in Francis Coppola's "Dracula."
After a brief period of independence, Kevin rejoined Visual Concept Engineering (VCE) as a studio VFX Supervisor. He worked on a series of successful productions, including "Addam's Family Values," "Last Action Hero," and Mel Brooks' "Robin Hood: Men in Tights." During this time, Kevin teamed up with Rob Tapert and Renaissance Pictures to work on the popular "Hercules" movies for Universal Studios. His dedication and expertise earned him the role of series VFX Supervisor when Universal Studios green-lit "Hercules, the Legendary Journeys."
Founding Flat Earth Productions
In 1995, Kevin co-founded Flat Earth Productions, Inc., an award-winning VFX studio that quickly gained a reputation for its innovative work. The studio handled a wide range of visual effects for television shows like "Hercules" and "Xena Warrior Princess," feature films such as "Blade" and "Piranha 3D," as well as large format productions like "Voyage in Time" and "Soarin' Over Tokyo" for Disney Imagineering.
Venturing into Directing
In 2003, Kevin was presented with the opportunity to direct "Dinocroc," a film that kick-started a series of popular creature features on the SyFy Channel. His directing career has flourished alongside his continued efforts in guiding the development of Flat Earth Productions, Inc.
With more than two decades of experience in the industry, Kevin M. O'Neill has left an indelible mark on the world of visual effects and filmmaking. In 2021, he retired Flat Earth Productions, Inc., leaving behind a thriving studio that paved the way for bleeding-edge visual effects.
In 2022 he joined the VFX team on the SkyDance Television show "Fubar," which garnered significant attention and was picked up for a second season on Netflix.
With extensive experience designing, creating and producing VFX projects as a Facility manager and Studio Supervisor, Kevin is available to manage and oversee VFX Projects across the entire spectrum of Visual Effects Production.- Ashley Chase was born on 9 March 1984 in West Islip, New York, USA. She is an actress, known for Protecting the King (2007), Paradise Hills (2007) and Law & Order (1990).
- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
Bert Rotundo is a graduate of the New York acting conservatory The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Bert has worked as an actor on stage, the big screen, the little screen and as a voice actor. The 2013 Los Angeles theatre production of "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune" in which Rotundo played the title role of Johnny.
In 2014 he co-produced the film "It's Gawd!" starring Tommy Chong, Luke Perry, Rebecca Mader and Boo Boo Stewart, in which he himself took a supporting role. The film is due out late 2015, early 2016.
Bert is also one of the executive producers of the ever popular web sensation Generation Awesome. Their web series "The Bartender Hates You" is going into it's 4th season and to date is a viral sensation with over 15 million views.
Bert is also the voice of Albert in the podcast radio show "The Afterlife Adventures of Tom and Albert." Which can be found on iTunes, Stitcher and Soundcloud.
Aside from his acting, producing, writing and directing, Bert is also a fine artist with his work being shown in galleries in both Los Angeles and New York.- Actress
- Talent Agent
- Visual Effects
Kris Stadtlander is an American female professional wrestler. She is the first female graduate from Create A Pro Wrestling Academy. Trainer Create A Pro Wrestling Academy Debut June 14, 2017 Works in Create A Pro Wrestling Academy Works in Independent Wrestler Works in a professional stunt woman Studied at the New York College of Health Professions From West Islip, New York- Actress
- Writer
- Producer
Doris Burke was born on 4 January 1965 in West Islip, New York, USA. She is an actress and writer, known for Soul (2020), NBA Street Life (2019) and NBA 2k15 (2014).- Actor
- Sound Department
Bart Tangredi was born on 21 June 1960 in Islip, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Analyze This (1999), Law & Order (1990) and Analyze That (2002).- Visual Effects
- Animation Department
- Additional Crew
Alexander G. Morano was born on 28 May 1973 in Islip, New York, USA. Alexander G. is known for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012), The Legend of Korra (2012) and The Penguins of Madagascar (2008). Alexander G. was previously married to Alison Berke-Morano.- Actress
- Composer
- Producer
Chrisette Michele was born on 8 December 1982 in Central Islip, New York, USA. She is an actress and composer, known for Crossing Over ISO Love, Chrisette Michele: Charades (2013) and Christmas Ringer (2023).- Actress
- Producer
Carol Ann Van Natten (neé Carol Ann Pillsbury) was born at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffolk County, Long Island, New York to Anna Marie Gardino, hairdresser and artist, and Bill Pillsbury (neé Frank), mechanic, contractor and artist. From an early age Carol Ann knew she wanted to join the military and someday be an actress. Of course, she also wanted to be a marine biologist, a teacher, an astronaut and a thoroughbred jockey. At nine, her mother remarried to Dean Van Natten, former Air Force service member. Along with her new family, Carol Ann moved, for the seventh time, to Saratoga Springs, NY, which she now considers her hometown. Home to fellow actors David Hyde Pierce and Scott Valentine.- Actress
- Producer
- Writer
Marissa Garrison is a Producer and actress based out of Austin, TX. She has been cast in a variety of roles in short and feature films, in genres including Drama, Horror, Comedy, and Thriller. She is also a producer and screenwriter, and is the CEO of Austin-based production company Eleven:11 Films, LLC.
Marissa Caputo Garrison was born and raised on eastern Long Island. As a child she was a model and actress in a variety of print and commercial campaigns, based out of New York City. She continued her acting career when she relocated to Austin, TX in 2006, and segued into film and commercial production shortly thereafter. She is married to her husband Brent, a native of Southern California, and a veteran of the US Army, and is also an accomplished martial artist and fight choreographer. Her company, Eleven:11 Films is a full scale production company, and she has worked on a variety of shorts, feature films, and also has a commercial division, which produces web-based commercials, marketing videos, industrials and music videos. Her most notable credits include the feature film "The Association", starring Kevin Nash, Eloise DeJoria, and James Hampton, as well as a number of short films. Eleven:11 Films had a nationally released music video for LA-based artist Jonny Burke, in support of his album release in mid-February, for the song "Little Girl of the World", which premiered at SXSW 2011. Marissa was the producer on that, and worked with crew from Troublemaker Studios and members of Richard Linklater's team. She also has a number of film projects in development, including "Food Fight", a non-profit film that intends to shed light on the funding issues plaguing the public education system.- Dawn Fanning Moore was born in West Islip, New York, USA. She is a producer, known for Olivia Rodrigo: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film) (2022), Grimcutty (2022) and Downloading Nancy (2008).
- Jacqueline Besanceney was born on 20 January 1989 in West Islip, New York, USA. She is an actress, known for Turf (2009).
- Aram Chowdhury was born on 19 June 1976 in West Islip, New York, USA. He was an actor, known for Don't Eat the Pictures: Sesame Street at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1983). He died on 4 December 1994 in Stony Brook, New York, USA.
- Casting Director
- Producer
- Casting Department
Mary Ann Giannino was born on 7 August 1962 in Islip, New York, USA. She is a casting director and producer, known for Jesse (2011), Interview with the Hitman (2019) and The Night Never Sleeps (2012).- Art Department
- Location Management
- Production Designer
Lisa Corbin, commonly known as "LisaMac", is a Prop Master and Armorer. She is known for The Big Lebowski (1998), Bones (2005-2017), and Seal Team (2017-2022).
She started her career in film as a on-set dresser on such projects as; The X-Files, Money Train and The Indian in the Cupboard, before moving into props on Judging Amy. While working on Bones for so many years she was able to acquire the skills for weapon handling on film sets and that lead to being the on-set Prop Master and Armorer for Seal Team. She is the first female registered Armorer in the industry.- Cinematographer
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Writer
Paul Bertolino was raised in Setauket, NY, about an hour east of New York City. Since childhood, Paul has been an avid storyteller and creator. At the age of 7, his father introduced him to the world of moving images when he gave Paul his old VHS camcorder. Since then, Paul has been fascinated with creating stories through the manipulation of light and lens.
Paul attended Rhode Island School of Design and received his BFA in Film/Animation/Video. At RISD, Paul's passions became technically backed, and he began to develop an arsenal of skills in both the realms of analog and digital film making, alongside RISD's traditional fine arts education.
Paul now lives in West Hollywood, CA and is actively working on projects that allow him to further develop his creative style while challenging him technically and narratively. Paul is particularly interested in the way in which cinematography interacts with the human psyche and has excelled in darker, dramatic narratives, though he has worked on several comedies, music videos, and promotional videos as well.- George O'Leary was born on 17 August 1946 in Central Islip, New York, USA.
- Julian Franz was born on 14 April 1999 in West Islip, New York.
- Actor
- Stunts
Pete Sell was born on 25 August 1982 in West Islip, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Mistaken (2015), Ante' (2012) and Winner Takes All (2011).- Editorial Department
- Additional Crew
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Joy Nicolini was born on 5 May 1979 in Islip, New York, USA. Joy is an assistant director, known for Battle on the Streets of Smallville (2013), In the Darkness (2021) and Pick Up (2017).- Richard W. Hayes was born on 18 August 1968 in West Islip, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Pharmboy (2012).
- Mike Komisarek was born on 19 January 1982 in West Islip, New York, USA.
- Actress
- Costume and Wardrobe Department
- Set Decorator
Jessica Lynne Sullivan was born to Kevin and Nancy Sullivan and raised in Yaphank on Long Island, New York.
She graduated from Longwood High School and then went on to Suffolk County Community College as a Physical Therapy major. She eventually transferred to Briarcliffe College and earned her degree in Information Technology as a web developer.
As a child, Jessica had been trained in dance with Vic D'Amore, taking classes in ballet, tap, jazz, and pointe. She also was cast in the chorus of a camp production of "The Wizard of Oz". She went on to win several gold medals from the Starpower National Dance Competition with Michelle Ferraro's Dance USA team while in high school. She performed with the high school chorus, and performed in the chorus of "Hello, Dolly!" and had a cameo role of one of the Teen Trio in "Bye, Bye, Birdie!".
While in college, she took a cameo role in Shakespeare's "Hamlet", and played Tintinabula in "A Fvnny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forvm". A community group called Shakespeare on the Bay produced "Much Ado About Nothing", and Jessica played the part of Margaret.
After college, Jessica joined with the St Francis Cabrini Community Theatre. With them, she played Reno Sweeney in "Anything Goes", Madam Branislowski in "Mame", Cinderella's Mother in "Into the Woods", held two cameo roles in "42nd Street" (Ethel and Gladys) and performed with the chorus in "Bye, Bye, Birdie!".
She has played Frances Gerard and Nancy Monsell Booth in local historical reenactments with the Yaphank Historical Society.
Jessica played as Sheila in "I'm Getting Murdered in the Morning" with Curtain Up Entertainment.
For a Long Island Shakespeare festival, Jessica performed a dramatic reading from Act 3, Scene 1 of "Hamlet" as Ophelia.
In her spare time, Jessica performs in human chess matches at Sakura-Con in Seattle, WA, and is an actor for a local Haunted Trail in her hometown of Yaphank, NY. She also staffs at several fan conventions, most notably as Publicity Manager for DerpyCon, a cross-genre fan convention in Morristown, NJ.- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
David is an American actor of British, French, Irish, and Puerto Rican descent, He was born and raised in Long Island. After an honorable discharge from the USAF he studied at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre, which he attended for two years. He has lived and worked in NY, LA, as well as North Carolina and is now living in Queens, NY where he produces his own work with the production company 3EP- Jen Corey was born on 21 July 1987 in West Islip, New York, USA.
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Chris Sgambati was born on 3 July 1968 in West Islip, New York, USA. Chris is a director and writer, known for 840 and The Marble (2016).- Gage Brown was born on 20 October 2002 in Islip, New York, USA.
- Additional Crew
Michael Plumb was born on 28 March 1940 in Islip, New York, USA. Michael is known for International Velvet (1978).- Additional Crew
- Writer
- Director
Salvatore Bono was born on 19 April 1984 in West Islip, New York, USA. He is a writer and director, known for Carnera: The Walking Mountain (2008), The Stone Merchant (2006) and New York Gritty (2018).- Cinematographer
- Camera and Electrical Department
Guy Defeis was born on 30 June 1954 in West Islip, New York, USA. Guy is a cinematographer, known for Donald Ross: Discovering the Legend (2015), Raising Cain: Boys in Focus (2006) and Engineering the Impossible (2002).- Steve Park was born on 23 August 1967 in Islip, New York, USA. He has been married to Jessica since 6 December 2008.
- Robert Francis Vitellaro was born on 19 September 1977 in East Islip, Long Island, New York, USA.
- Art Department
Robert Jones was born on 24 May 1960 in West Islip, New York, USA. He is known for Lisa (1990).- The daughter of a Swedish-born Long Island innkeeper and storyteller who had panned for gold in California and gotten drunk with Mark Twain, Mary Louise Foster grew up listening to her father's stories, a number of which were turned into short stories and a number of well-received novels which were published under her nom de plume, Louise Forsslund, which was the original spelling of her father's surname before it was Anglicized to Foster. After her death, her novel "Old Lady No. 31" was made into a play by Rachel Crothers; it ran for 160 performances on Broadway in 1916-1917.
- Cinematographer
Harry Allen was born on 21 April 1929 in Islip, New York, USA. He was a cinematographer, known for Edge of the Arctic Ice (1972), Ecology of the Arctic (1973) and Moods of the Arctic (1973). He died on 18 March 2015 in Aventura, Florida, USA.