Behind The Scenes

Laura interviewed actor Keilani Elizabeth Rose and musician Printz Board about their web series Flimsy and how they stayed creative during the lockdown.Built around its independent feature and short films competitions, the Paris International Film Festival offers a wide look on both International and French independent production, in particular independent films broadcasting a clear, positive message with international potential. Learn more at https://www.parisintlfest.com/From songs like “#1”, and “Hey You” Printz Board is off to a successful start in his solo career. After years of writing and producing hits, Printz is aiming to make his mark in the global music charts with his creative guitar driven Hip-Hop, Rock, Pop and Soul blend of Indie music.Award-winning actor, rapidly rising DJ, and classically trained dancer, Keilani Elizabeth Rose is a descendant of story-tellers, a voice for change, and the true embodiment of her ancestors' wildest dreams. Since her performing arts career launched into prominenc

Laura interviewed Cold Call writer and director Katherine Cronyn for the Paris International Film Festival.Katherine is a multi hyphenate born and raised in Montana. She attended the University of California and graduated with a B.A. from the UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television with an emphasis in acting. As she pursues her career as an actress, Katherine has turned her attention to writing and directing. Her first produced screenplay, “Rainmaker”, went on to win a number of awards at film festivals around the world. As an actress Katherine has appeared in a number of films, web series, plays and national commercials. She also has a supporting role on the television series, “The Last Ship” (TNT). Katherine is currently working on several full length feature film projects as well as a limited series for television. Learn more at www.fullcirclefilmsllc.com Cold Call on IMDBhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt10337704/Paris International Film Festivalhttps://www.parisintlfest.com/To find out more about Lau

Laura interviewed The Cunning Man writer and director Ali Cook for the Paris International Film Festival. The film is inspired by John Harries (1785-1839) who used folklore magic and collected dead animals in the Welsh valleys. He is an actor and writer, known for Kilo Two Bravo (2014), In the Cloud (2018) and Mr Selfridge (2013). Find him on social media @ali_cook and on IMDB at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1246334/bio Paris International Film Festivalhttps://www.parisintlfest.com/The Cunning Man on IMDBhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt10280634/Built around its independent feature and short films competitions, the Paris International Film Festival offers a wide look on both International and French independent production, in particular independent films broadcasting a clear, positive message with international potential. Learn more at https://www.parisintlfest.com/To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Fa

A proud member of SeriesFest since Season One, Claire currently serves as the Director of Programming where she oversees all programming for the festival including the Digital Short Series, Late Night, Storytellers Initiative, and Independent Pilot Competitions. Before joining the SeriesFest team, Claire focused on applying her passion for storytelling through producing theater and television for Triptyk Studios based in NYC (An American In Paris, Amelie: The Musical, Xanadu). Learn more about the festival at https://www.seriesfest.com/SeriesFest is a non-profit organization dedicated to championing artists at the forefront of episodic storytelling, now entering its 7th year of operation.SeriesFest: Season 7 will feature a hybrid 2021 festival taking place in Denver and online from June 24–July 11. From June 24–June 30, 2021 the annual SeriesFest will take place in Denver, Colorado with six full days of in-competition screenings, panels, network sneak-peeks, and premieres.To find out more about Laura and her

Minh Collins and Simona Loredana Muresan are the founders of the Hollywood Film Festival and join Laura to talk about bringing the festival online. Learn more about the festival at https://www.floridahollywoodfilmfestival.com/schedule.

Jenna suru is an award-winning director and actor and is the director of the Paris International Film Festival.Highlighting the new voices of independent cinema, PIFF puts French and international filmmakers with a positive message under the spotlight.Built around its independent feature and short films competitions, the Festival offers a wide look on both International and French independent production, in particular independent films broadcasting a clear, positive message with international potential. Learn more at https://www.parisintlfest.com/Connect with Jenna on social media!@parisintlfest @jennasururealTo find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.

Neil Truglio joins Laura to talk about the 43rd year of the Denver Film Festival and how they're offering the complete experience online. Check out the organization at https://www.denverfilm.org/dff43/, on Instagram @denverfilmsociety, and on Facebook @denverfilm. #DFF43You can connect with Laura at www.laurapowers.net, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram @laurapowers44.

Laura gives a wrap-up of the latest SeriesFest, an annual event that has become her favorite for networking and seeing what the latest developments in the film industry are. She gives a recap of some of the panel discussions, especially on the topic of diversity and changes in the industry due to Covid -19. Learn more about the festival at www.seriesfest.com.To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.

Minh Collins began his filmmaking career in 1997 on the independent feature film “Sparkler.” This positive experience prompted him to switch careers from the medical field to the entertainment industry. Never regretting the transition, he has created a list of notable projects on his resume. In 2019 Minh directed a horror feature film “Clown Fear” and is currently being distributed by Lionsgate. 2019 also marks the release of a powerful documentary about the sexual harassment inside the film industry call “Rocking The Couch” written and directed by Mr. Collins. 2011 Minh directed the feature film “Hit List,” a dark-romantic comedy starring Joey Lawrence, Shirly Brener, Andrea Evans, Chris Owen, Curtis Armstrong, and Laura Wiggins which is currently being distributed internationally. Minh also directed two television pilots: “Bottom Feeders,” and “Venice Beach Sushi” in 2009. “Bottom Feeders” went on winning the Aloha Accolade Award for Excellence in Filmmaking during the 2009 Honolulu International Film Fest

Peter Cattaneo was born on July 1, 1964 in Twickenham, London, England. He is a director and writer, known for The Full Monty (1997), Opal Dream (2006) and Military Wives (2019). Find more about Military Wives at https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/military-wives and find him on IMDB at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0146341/ To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.

A third-generation actor, Spencer is the son of actress Kathleen Nolan, a former two-term president of the Screen Actors Guild. Father is Richard Heckenkamp, former head of Film Artists Associates, a talent agency. Spencer was raised in New York and Los Angeles and attended Duke and Fordham Universities before embarking on his theatrical studies with acclaimed teacher Sanford Meisner. He is best known for his roles in the films Air Force One (1997), 21 (2008), Public Enemies (2009), All the Way (2016), and The Front Runner (2018).You can find him on IMDB at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0308208/.Twitter: 1SpencerGarrettInstagram: @spencergarrett1 @quarantinetheshowTo find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.

With over 20 years of experience in producing, creating, and directing TV shows and movies, Brant Pinvidic has developed some of the most advanced pitch and presentation techniques that he now teaches to people from all walks of life. From humble beginnings in Canada, he worked his way through the ranks of Hollywood, earning his reputation as one of the industry's most effective and dynamic creative sales executives. Brant has taken the life, business, and storytelling lessons he’s developed during his Hollywood career and used them to uniquely bridge the entertainment industry and the business community. In 2019 Penguin Random House released his highly anticipated book, the 3-Minute Rule. In it, Brant details the system that has helped hundreds, from Fortune 100 CEO’s to PTA presidents, "Say Less To Get More." Learn more at https://www.brantpinvidic.com/ where you will also find his book.Social handle: @brantpindivicTo find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net.

Sarah is a English actress and writer who trained at New York’s Lee Strasberg Institute of Film and Television. She was born in the Lake District in England and she spent a large part of her childhood growing up in Qatar, in the Middle East where she started acting at the age of seven when she was cast in a community theatre show.Some of her favorite stage roles are Viola from Twelfth Night and Nora from A Doll’s House and she loves working in both stage and film.She acted in theatre throughout her school years and she studied acting at The Lee Strasberg Institute of Film and Television in New York, on their two year conservatory program. She made her Off-Broadway debut in the Manhattan Repertory Theater’s production of ‘Men’ directed by Ken Wolfe.Since moving to LA she has appeared in several award-winning features, including the character of The Mother in the English version of the Oscar Nominated Animated Feature Film ‘I Lost My Body’.For a full credit list go to:https://www.imdb.me/sarahlynndawsonTo find

John D. Farmer has been in the music industry for 25+ years and has owned various radio stations, including Utah Musicians Radio, American Music Radio, and Global Music Radio. His goal is to promote independent music from around the world. In 2018, he began directing and producing films with his spouse, and they turned their photography company Zepstone Media into an award-winning film production company.Alicia Farmer has also been in the entertainment industry for 25+ years. She began as a model when she was 11-years-old and fell in the love with the film industry in 2009 when she acted in a horror film. After a hiatus to go to college and get her PhD in Education, she returned to filmmaking in 2018, this time behind the camera. Along with her spouse, they formed Zepstone Media and began producing award-wining films.Website Links:Zepstone.comGmr.fmhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt8482492/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1Link to purchase virtual premiere tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/city-of-salt-virtual-premiere-tickets

Laura gives a wrap-up of her experience at the Berlin Film Festival and what filmmakers are generating buzz along with logistical tips to make the most of your attendance. The Berlinaleis one of the largest public film festivals in the world, attracting tens of thousands of visitors from around the globe each year. For the film industry and the media, the eleven days in February are also one of the most important events in the annual calendar and an indispensable trading forum. Learn more at https://www.berlinale.de/en/home.htmlTo find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram at laurapowers44.

Maureen has worked for many years in the advertising industry in Buenos Aires and as been awarded by Cannes Lions, CLIO and TV Grand Prix In Diente. She began directing advertising commercials in 2008 and was International Champion of the Absolut Lomo Competition. Learn more about her work at https://www.landia.com/director/maureen-hufnagel/buenos-aires/.Instagram: @maureenhufFacebook: Maureen HufnagelTo find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram at laurapowers44.

Laura met Steven Dayvid McKellar, a South African Born artist, musician and writer, while she was at the Sundance Film Festival. He is the lead singer for Civil Twilight and currently lives in Nashville, TN. Learn more about his music and artwork at https://stevendayvidmckellar.com/https://stevendayvidmckellar.bandcamp.com/To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram at laurapowers44.

Laura provides a wrap-up to the Sundance Film Festival and gives tips and tricks for making the most of your trip as well as the latest film industry news.Founded in 1981 by Robert Redford, Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organization that provides and preserves the space for artists in film, theatre, and new media to create and thrive. Learn more at https://www.sundance.org/To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram at laurapowers44.

Laura interviewed the nationally recognized film critic and historian Tony Toscano at the Sundance Film Festival. In 2002 Tony was honored with his first Emmy Award for his program. In 2007 Toscano received his 2nd Emmy.Toscano is also the film reviewer and entertainment guru for ABC-4's "Good Morning Utah" and "Midday."Additionally, Tony is heard on a number of radio stations across the US, including I Heart Radio's top- rated "Morning Zoo with Frankie and Jess" on 97.1 ZHT in Salt Lake City, where his reviews have been heard for nearly 2 decades.His fellow reviewers regard Tony as "one of the country's best celebrity interviewers." As his in-depth conversations with such notable stars as George Clooney, Harrison Ford, Angelina Jolie, Robin Williams, Steven Spielberg, Gwyneth Paltrow and Denzel Washington show a different and more relaxed side of celebrities.To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Face

Novi Brown was at Sundance this year with the festival short film BALDWIN BEAUTY and she also stars in the hugely successful BET show, Tyler Perry’s SISTAS. The show is about four African American women living in Atlanta dealing with love, dating and work. Each episode was written and directed by Tyler Perry. In addition to her acting career, Novi is a photographer, model, and a passionate advocate for women and minorities in the entertainment industry. Other recent appearances:THE REAL- https://thereal.com/videos/zyw8iw-m5q/KTLA- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGqoYqZ7qO8DEADLINE- Tyler Perry’s ‘The Oval’ & ‘Sistas’ Off To Strong Ratings Start On BEThttps://deadline.com/2019/10/tyler-perrys-the-oval-and-tyler-perrys-sistas-premiere-ratings-bet-1202768826/You can follow her on instagram at: iamnovibrownTo find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram at laurapowe