STORY
In 'Sonder,' we delve into the world of Ezra, a highly successful CEO on the eve of retirement. On the final day, his junior, probing him with questions, sets Ezra off down memory lane into his carefully guarded past. We witness the unraveling of the last trip between brothers as they face off against the demons of their past and the demons of the woods. We tackle the spirit of division that keeps people in shame cycles and generational bondage, the brother’s face off against this spirit of their past in the woods of Appalachia.
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In the midst of their lives falling apart and on the brink of putting things back together, two brothers take a dive into the unknown in search of peace in the mounatins of their youth. Haunted by their past they must face the haunting of the woods of Appalachia.
CAST
Rudolph went on to study the Meisner Technique at the Acting Studio in NY under the tutelage of James Price completing the program in 2019. Rudolph Moved to Atlanta GA shortly after where he had the opportunity to advance his craft. Rudolph has been featured in Marvel Studio's Wakanda Forever as well as BET's Boomerang and Celeste Celeste's In This House film. Rudolph has also trained with Bruce Blackshear at B.Leave It studios in Atlanta GA where he currently resides.
Caron Payne
Caron is a bold new face in the industry, bringing sharp wit, obvious charisma, and a fearless work ethic to every role. With a natural gift for comedy and a presence that commands attention, he’s determined to make his mark- one unforgettable performance at a time. Whether delivering punchlines or dramatic monologues, he brings an authentic energy that’s impossible to ignore.
CREW
Director
Parker is a director and cinematographer from Atlanta, GA. He began working as a creative as a painter and comic artist at Incubator Comics, where he first became published. He studied animation and Sequential Art at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Parker has been working as a director for the last 3 years at Mote Media Studios. He has worked as a camera operator for docu-dramas, and as director of photography for short films like”Reboot” and “Mr. Goggins”, and the Trilith graduate film “Tethered”.
Director of Photography
Originally hailing from Vallejo, California, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Stage and Screen Acting from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. A dedicated actor, he has trained in a variety of performance methods, including Stanislavski and Meisner, and has brought characters to life across numerous stage and screen productions.
In addition to his acting pursuits, he possesses hands-on experience behind the camera. His background in film production encompasses directing, cinematography, and screenwriting, allowing him to contribute creatively to all aspects of storytelling. With a deep passion for the arts, he is committed to exploring and sharing compelling narratives through both film and theatre.
Line Producer/ AD
Lauren Nicole
Lauren Nicole takes a people first approach to every set that she is on. She puts importance on fostering a positive environment and thrives when making color coded schedules and managing small details with precision. Her portfolio includes features, shorts, documentaries, reality, music videos, commercials and more. When she’s not engulfed in the world of film she can be found spending time with her family and her cat Poopsie.
City Gate Studios
Post Production Sound & Score
City Gate Studios is a proposed audio post-production studio in Georgia aiming to fill a gap in the state's entertainment industry by offering world-class ADR, Foley, and scoring facilities.
Elena Miller is a Local 798 union makeup artist based in Atlanta, GA and Minneapolis, MN. She has experience working in film, theatre, makeup effects, bridal, beauty and fashion/editorial. During school she learned a variety of skills such as how to sculpt, cast, mold and paint foam latex, silicone, and gelatin; how to hand-lay hair, ventilate wigs and facial hair pieces as well as basic hairstyling.
She has numerous dept heading, key, assisting and additional makeup credits across shows like The Secret Life of a Dominatrix (tubi), Double Down South (PrimeVideo), Popular Theory (PrimeVideo), Fight Night (Peacock), Class of ‘09 (Hulu), The Staircase (HBOMax) and more. She’s also worked for
commercials for brands like Kaiser Permanente, Johnsonville, WebMD
and Hyundai.
Costume and Make Up Artist