TEAM
Emmett Alston
Producer / Co-Writer
Emmett Alston began his career in the 1970s as a cinematographer, working on the experimental horror film Moonchild and co-producing the drive-in movie Country Blue. He made his directorial debut with the comedy Three-Day Weekend and went on to direct the horror films New Year's Evil and Demonwarp. Alston demonstrated a particular talent for campy martial arts action with the spoof Nine Deaths of the Ninja and wrote the script for the Deliverance imitation Hunter's Blood. His most recent work includes co-producing the film Twogether and co-writer of Young and Cursed.
Andrew Chiaramonte
Director / Producer / Co-Writer
Chiaramonte recently wrote StarStruck, a 10-part series about Galileo’s life, which is currently in development. His feature film directorial debut, Twogether, was acquired by Sony Pictures for worldwide distribution and is being re-released on global streaming platforms by Freestyle Digital. His second feature, the award-winning romantic comedy Adams Package, is streaming worldwide, and his latest directorial project is the paranormal film Young and Cursed.
Matt Berkowitz
Producer
Matt Berkowitz is a film and television producer known for his work on Dinner: Impossible (2007), Food Feuds (2010), and Adam's Package (2019). His projects often blend culinary themes with engaging storytelling, showcasing his versatility across different entertainment formats. Berkowitz continues to contribute to the industry through his diverse and compelling content.
Samantha Watkins
Producer
Samantha Watkins is a film producer known for The Rooster (2012), Romantic Rachel (2012), and The Madness Inside Me (2020). She has made significant contributions to indie films, particularly in psychological thrillers and dramas. Watkins has also acted in a few of the projects she produced, showcasing her versatility within the film industry.
Colleen Hart
Associate Producer
Colleen Hart is an associate producer known for her work on the comedy film Adam's Package (2019) and the thriller Crackula Goes to Hollywood (2015). In Adam's Package, Hart contributed to the quirky storyline about a professional model caught in a whirlwind of secret agents and supernatural elements. In Crackula Goes to Hollywood, she was involved in a unique take on addiction, blending horror and comedy. Hart’s work demonstrates her range and ability to engage with diverse genres, making her a dynamic figure in independent cinema.
Gary Ahmed
Cinematography
Gary is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker, photographer, and freelance cinematographer. He began his filmmaking career as an intern for Harvey Hubbell V's Emmy Award-winning Captured Time Productions. While studying Media Arts at Western Connecticut State University, he started creating video content for indie and underground musicians in the Northeast, with his work appearing on platforms like MTV, The Fader, and Metal Injection. Gary has shot and directed feature-length documentary and narrative films, as well as corporate and commercial video campaigns. In 2016, he moved to Los Angeles while continuing to work on the documentary feature Whiskey on Beer.
Eliot Gurrin
Editor / Special EFX
Eliot is an experienced editor, motion graphics artist, and visual effects artist with 15 years in filmmaking and post-production services. Born and raised in London, he earned his bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production from Bournemouth University. In 2010, he became the Senior Video Producer at Teshler Creative in Austin, Texas. Three years later, he moved to California to work for Periscope Post & Audio and has since established himself as a creative, collaborative, and reliable freelance editor and post-production consultant. Eliot has managed the post-production and delivery of a wide range of video projects, including commercials, music videos, and feature films. His previous clients include Disney, Marvel, Warner Brothers, Universal Music, NBC, Lego, Mattel, Netflix, Amazon, and ESPN.
Robert Mcdermott
First Assistant Director
Robert McDermott is a cinematographer, second unit director, and assistant director known for his work on Adam's Package (2019) and The Sun Never Sets (2012). His contributions to these films highlight his talent in visual storytelling and versatility in various aspects of film production.