Chris Baker - writer, director, producer, actor
A graduate of Ryerson University's Acting Program, Chris has performed in theatre, film, and television across Canada. Selected credits include: Insecurity (CBC), Gravytrain (Alliance), Supernatural (WB Network), Psych (NBC) and over a dozen TV commercials. He has produced four short films to date, Dorothy's Secret (directed by Matt MacFadzean), SPUN (self-directed), KISS (directed by Ron Leach), and Shakespeare Style (directed by Lauren MacKinlay). SPUN is the first short film Chris has written, and marks is directorial debut.
A graduate of Ryerson University's Acting Program, Chris has performed in theatre, film, and television across Canada. Selected credits include: Insecurity (CBC), Gravytrain (Alliance), Supernatural (WB Network), Psych (NBC) and over a dozen TV commercials. He has produced four short films to date, Dorothy's Secret (directed by Matt MacFadzean), SPUN (self-directed), KISS (directed by Ron Leach), and Shakespeare Style (directed by Lauren MacKinlay). SPUN is the first short film Chris has written, and marks is directorial debut.
Lauren MacKinlay - producer, actor
Lauren trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London UK, receiving a Masters with Distinction in Acting for Screen. SELECTED FILM & TELEVISION: Just A Prayer (Lifeguard Productions); Kiss (Blue Flame Collective); Murdoch Mysteries (Shaftesbury/City TV). THEATRE: Pierrot and the Moon (Metaphysical Theatre); Let My Mind Run Dry (Glasswater Theatre); Fugue (Theatre Erebus). Lauren also serves as Lead Producer for the Blue Flame Collective’s Writing Women Development Series, dedicated to the development of short films with female-driven stories.
Lauren trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London UK, receiving a Masters with Distinction in Acting for Screen. SELECTED FILM & TELEVISION: Just A Prayer (Lifeguard Productions); Kiss (Blue Flame Collective); Murdoch Mysteries (Shaftesbury/City TV). THEATRE: Pierrot and the Moon (Metaphysical Theatre); Let My Mind Run Dry (Glasswater Theatre); Fugue (Theatre Erebus). Lauren also serves as Lead Producer for the Blue Flame Collective’s Writing Women Development Series, dedicated to the development of short films with female-driven stories.
Cosette Derome - actor
A graduate of the Ryerson Theatre School acting program, Cosette is an actress and stunt performer that has worked on stage and screen across the country. Selected credits: for film and television: The Jon Dore Show, Scott Pilgrim vs the World, Crash and Burn, The Ron James Show, Satisfaction. For theatre: Romeo and Juliet (Canopy), Imprints (Gargantua), The Queens (Glasswater). Stunts: Outlander, Death Race, Boondock Saints II, Flashpoint, Lost Girl, XIII, Alphas, Pompeii. In her spare time, Cosette likes to sword fight and run marathons- just not at the same time.
A graduate of the Ryerson Theatre School acting program, Cosette is an actress and stunt performer that has worked on stage and screen across the country. Selected credits: for film and television: The Jon Dore Show, Scott Pilgrim vs the World, Crash and Burn, The Ron James Show, Satisfaction. For theatre: Romeo and Juliet (Canopy), Imprints (Gargantua), The Queens (Glasswater). Stunts: Outlander, Death Race, Boondock Saints II, Flashpoint, Lost Girl, XIII, Alphas, Pompeii. In her spare time, Cosette likes to sword fight and run marathons- just not at the same time.
1st A.D. - Kelly Chmilar
From a very young age, Kelly Chmilar has been interested in the Film/Television Industry. Growing up it was almost impossible for her to watch a Movie, TV show or Play without wondering what was going on 'behind the scenes'. After completing a two year Television Program at Fanshawe College, Kelly interned at The Ellen DeGeneres Show - a total dream come true! Ever since her internship, she's aspired to build her film resume and move back to Los Angeles to Assistant Direct and Produce Big Budget Films. Working on SPUN for Kelly was a complete pleasure; the cast and crew were all fantastic to work with, and one can only hope they'll be so lucky on every project!
D.O.P.
Mark Tytler
Mark Tytler moved to downtown Toronto at age 18 after High School. At first working towards a goal of directing, he attended Toronto Film School's TV and Digital, Film Production course. He then leaned towards the creative imagery of Cinematography. It was the science behind images and moods that can be created with lighting, lenses and different formats.
He was highly regarded in school winning a pitch competition for his writing and since has produced various projects for many brands, artists and businesses. He's also produced and/or shot over 15 music videos, corporate videos, events and 4 films.
Mark has built a wide ranged project reel. In both a director or cinematography role. These projects have assisted him in being comfortable in a leadership role and being creative.
In the future, Mark hopes to bring more writing/directing combos to the table, ideally narratives, so watch out for more.
Editor
Luke Higginson
Art Department - Katie Ferrier
Katie grew up in Nova Scotia where she became involved in the Arts at a young age - painting, drawing, dancing, playing piano and singing. After attending high school in British Columbia she was inspired to turn her artistic abilities and attention to detail into a career, earning a Bachelorʼs degree in Interior Design from Mount Royal University in Calgary. Katie is now an Interior Designer in Toronto where she has developed a keen interest in set design for film.
Associate Producer - Farah Merani
Farah Merani is a graduate of Trinity College, University of Toronto and recently completed an MA from the Drama Centre London, London UK. Upon returning to Toronto last year, she joined the Blue Flame Collective and was the Co-Producer on the Writing Women Script Development Program and the 2013 Slate entitled The Village Global, encompassing 14 short films that are currently being submitted to festivals, including her own short film, Just A Prayer, which she wrote, produced and stars in. Farah is also developing her first feature film, Goodnight, Amherst, under her production company, Lifeguard Productions, as well as several other short films going into production throughout 2013. As a professional actress, she has performed on stage and screen on both sides of the Atlantic and continues to do so regularly.
CAST
Daniel.............................................Chris Baker
Jen........................................Lauren MacKinlay
Penny......................................Cosette Derome
Young Daniel........................Marko Samardzija
Young Jen....................................Marina Moore
Young Boy................................Jaiden Bolianatz
Mean Girls.............Chloe Gillard, Madelyn May
Jen's Fiancé.........................................Dan Cook
Sound Recordist
Tanner Zurkoski
Hair and Make-up
Lisa Slonetsky, Kristina Johnston
Stills Photography
Sam McLeod
Production Assistants
Jay Ding
Daniel Fedele
Brad Cook
Videographer/EPK
Melissa Dozois
Composer
Dan Leberg, Chris Baker
Original Music by
Peter Katz
Sound Mixer
Evan Jerred
Craft/Catering
Shauna McQuay, Ginnea McQuay, Danette Baker, Erin Vandenberg
Executive Producer
Chris Baker
Special Thanks
Jeremy Doiron
Maria Ralley at ETM Ltd.
Andrew Nicholas McCann Smith
Laura Perlmutter
Daniel Grant
Ryan Ward
David Field
Ciara Murphy
Maureen Stewart
Natalie Lisinska
Mark Montefiore
Tim Doiron
Enrique and Christina at Cocoa Latte
Tom at Junction Craft Brewery
Kevin Cook
Mike "Burger Bun" Doiron
Lynn Nevin
Brent Millar