The Story
Seven long time friends, gather at a Chalet for a weekend to celebrate their friend, Jason’s thirty-fifth birthday. The friends reconnect in surface level conversation, drinks and their traditional go to game: Never Have I Ever.
During the weekend, a sudden nationwide lockdown goes into effect, forcing their temporary stay to be extended. The group’s positive attitude quickly falters as they realize they can only mask around one another for so long. The longer their stay, the sooner their grievances with one another surface.
Through heartache, frustration and fear, the group realizes their forced intimate time was the necessary evil to truly recognize how much they have all truly drifted from one another.
By the time the lockdown lifts, the groups bond with each other strengthens and they venture back home into the unknown but understand they still have one another to lean on.
Awards & Accolades
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Our Cast
Marcus Ellison Jr.
Marcus is known for his short film Takeout featuring Shannon Gisela (Strip Law, M.I.A.). His work ranges from Voice-over Webtoon's Morgana & Oz, Silent Hill: Ascension, Transformers Reactivate to live action in American Society of Magical Negroes and Silent Prey.
Tyler
Bremer
Tyler is a Los Angeles based actor and theatre-maker. He has performed on stages all around Southern California including South Coast Repertory, Garry Marshall Theater, Pasadena Playhouse, and the Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles. Tyler is a company member of The Attic Collective and Echo Theatre Company, as well as an ensemble member of Rogue Artists Ensemble. Select Film Credits: ReLive (Feature Film), Feed Fifi (Feature Film), Together (Short Film; Featured on Omeleto), and Good Vibes (Short Film.) Tyler has been featured in commercials for major brands including Amazon, Dos Equis, Reddit, and Panera. He received his BA in Theatre Arts - Performance Emphasis from California State University, Long Beach, and has also trained with The Clown School LA (Clown), Praxis Acting Studio (Michael Chekhov technique), and Elysian Theater (Bouffon). Tyler is a member of AEA, and is represented by Artists Media Group (Management) and BBR (Commercial.)
Todd A.
Jackson
Todd A. Jackson is an award-winning actor known for his performances in Unrequited, I (Un)Do, and What To Expect When You’re Not Expecting. He has also appeared in Churchy, showcasing his versatility across genres. In addition to acting, Todd is a writer, director, producer, and video editor with a strong focus on authentic, culturally grounded storytelling. His work blends emotion and perspective, both in front of and behind the camera. With a growing and engaged social media following, he continues to build a community around his creative voice.
Kelly
Grago
Kelly Grago is an NYC-based Armenian actor, voiceover artist, and filmmaker having starred in comedy series People@Work, for which she was also a writer and directed an episode, and co-created and starred in comedy series Sunny Achers. Recent film work includes Officer Bailey on Law & Order: SVU, upcoming action feature Redhawk (currently in post-production), dark comedy feature To Move Is Friction (Sedona Int'l Film Festival 2026), Show & Tell (Big Apple Film Festival 2026), The Death of Therapy (Dances With Films NY 2026), Yuh Filthy Animal (New York International Film Awards 2025, Best Actress), and Tubi thriller series Crash the System (Series Regular). She performs performance-capture for video games including Age of Empires, Warframe, with more games in development, and has starred in commercials for Progressive Insurance, Oreo, Clif Bar, Blue Buffalo, and more. Specializing in improv comedy, she trained at Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB NY), having begun her career in musical theatre at the International College of Musical Theatre. Theatrical credits include starring roles in The Jury (Off Broadway, ART) and The Pout Pout Fish (Off Broadway, National Tour). She is represented by DDO NY's Voiceover Division and BBR's Commercial Division.
Emma Claye (she/her) is an actress, singer, and songwriter originally from Prince George’s County, Maryland. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland, College Park and her Master of Public Health from Yale University. This New York-based artist trained at the British American Drama Academy at Oxford University, Stella Adler Studio of Acting, Upright Citizens Brigade, and currently studies under Anthony Abeson and Bob Krakower. She has been seen on Harlem (Prime Video) and Blue Bloods (CBS) as well as national campaigns for Imperfect Foods, Martell Cognac, Blue Apron, and Maybelline New York. Emma previously traveled throughout the United States and Canada as a cast member of the national tour of Hamilton. As a songwriter, Emma has performed original compositions throughout North America, and has been featured in Medium and Disrupt Magazine. She frequently collaborates with various New York based artists as a singer-songwriter and was featured on “Over Me” by rap artist Avgust and “Dancing Company” by artist-producer Otto Botte. As a solo artist, her most recent single, entitled “No Food No Man No Water” was released in 2025 and is available on all streaming platforms. She is currently writing and recording music for an upcoming EP to be released in 2026.
Emma Claye
Janna
Jalla
Janna Jalla is a Filipina American actor, model, and free surfer passionate about authentic storytelling and representation. She is known for her work on Fox’s Rescue: HI-Surf and has appeared in national commercials for brands including Target, 24 Hour Fitness, and Amazon to name a few. With a professional background in tech, she brings a disciplined and creative approach to her craft. When she’s not on set, she’s along the Southern California coast—chasing clean, glassy waves made for noseriding and effortless glide.
Jesse
LaTourette
Jesse LaTourette is an actor from the Pacific Northwest who trained in Shakespeare, devising and commedia dell'arte before moving to Los Angeles. Jesse is interested in intimate, complex and multi-faceted roles and stories that dive into what it means to be human. She can be seen in projects like Focus Features’ “Boy Erased,” Netflix’s “There’s Someone Inside Your House,” Shudder’s “V/H/S/99,” as well as independent film and Shakespeare productions around the city.
Havon
Baraka
Havon Baraka was born & raised in Atlantic City, New Jersey (or "mini-Vegas" as he calls it ), and has been writing & acting since age 5. He eventually studied 'Playwriting & Screenwriting' at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and then moved to Los Angeles to continue to hone his craft behind the pen & in front of the camera. Diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) at a young age, Havon dove into acting, writing, stand up & directing as a means of expression and hasn't looked back. His impressive resume includes credits in TV (Abbott Elementary, The Equalizer, Grown-ish), Film (Pulling Threads, July 4th 2020) & a wide variety of Verticals.
Meet the Team
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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.
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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).
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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
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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.
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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.
