Co-Director/Writer/Actor

Marcus Ellison Jr.

Marcus is an actor and director with over a decade of experience based in Los Angeles. His recent acting work includes a scene alongside Justice Smith in The American Society of Magical Negroes. He has also done voice-over work for Silent Hill: Ascension and promotional material for Transformers Reactivate. Marcus's directorial debut, the short film Takeout, successfully premiered in 2024 in Los Angeles where it was sponsored by LeBron James' Lobos Tequila. It went on to be selected in film festivals across the nation. The film stars Shannon Gisela, who is filming for the new Peacock original show M.I.A. With his first short film’s success Marcus has released his second this year with his third in post-production. Chalet will be his first feature film.

Co-Director/Producer

Megean McBride-Sanchez

Megean is an experienced Director, producer, actor, and writer. She founded Foxy Film Collective to champion women in the film industry. Her track record includes successfully producing short and feature films, leveraging her expertise in securing funding through grant writing and crowdfunding campaigns. Her production credits feature projects like 90 Day Fiance and The Way We Speak, the latter starring Patrick Fabian (Better Call Saul).

Director of Photography

Meaghan Sutton

Meaghan Sutton is a visionary filmmaker and film photographer. Known for her intentional approach to filmmaking and storytelling, she bridges nostalgia, romanticism, and human connection. Her work is one of patience, observation, and a deep respect for the art. An analog girl living in a digital world, she aims to create work that lingers in the mind — films that don’t just tell stories, but feel like memories

Producer

Darian Michael Garey

Darian Michael Garey is an experienced actor and producer with over ten years in the industry, working across various production departments. His extensive on-set experience includes starring in more than 15 award-winning films, such as As the Cookie Crumbles and CIMIM (winner of the Best Horror Short - Jury Award at the Cannes Short Film Festival). In 2025, he established Infinite Expansion Productions and is currently developing several projects scheduled for production in 2026.

Executive Producer/Screenwriter

Madeline Rooks

Madeline, a Los Angeles-based screenwriter and producer, brings nearly a decade of industry experience. Her work has garnered significant recognition, with over 20 awards, including official selections, quarter-finalist, semi-finalist, and winning placements in esteemed screenplay competitions such as the Atlanta Film Festival, Scriptapalooza, Finish Line Script Competition, Final Draft, Beverly Film Festival, and the Los Angeles Film Awards, among others. In 2023, she founded Rookie Productions with a focus on producing short films that feature unique voices and explore themes of mental health and social issues. Madeline remains dedicated to writing and investing in stories that challenge and engage her audience.