Ami is an award winning writer, producer, casting director, video and film director who lives in Boston, MA. With over 20 years experience, Ami has worked with numerous major networks and production companies writing, producing and directing tv shows, documentaries, music videos, pilots, features, commercials, reality tv and specials.  With her eclectic and diverse background, Ami has a knack for combining real life experiences with fresh, fascinating and compelling storytelling. Some of her credits include NBC, ABC, CBS, Discovery Network, The Weather Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Food Network, HGTV. DIY, The Grammy Awards, MTV, Fox, ESPN and CNN where she spent 10 years. Ami has a strong connection and has worked with many well-known celebrities, actors and artists. Her recent films and tv credits include Undercover Nurses, TimeWalker & Black Eyed Kids.

Charles Thomas - Screenwriter

Charles is a produced screenwriter who lives in Atlanta, Georgia. He's written for film, TV, the web, and even has a short story collection called "Curious Conversation" on Kindle. He was hired by Zombie Cat Productions to write the TV pilot "Pepper's Place" which was featured at the 2015 Atlanta Film Festival and has since garnered interest from several networks. More recently, his spec pilot "Detriment" (co-written by Ryan Schube and Aaron Pitters) was optioned by famed director Tony Kaye (American History X). Charles is also the creator, producer, and host of Atlanta Film Chat, a podcast about the Atlanta film community that just celebrated its two year anniversary and its 100th episode.

Michael Schochet - Co-Director

Michael has been an executive and creative visionary in the television & film industry for over two decades. He has developed original cutting edge programming and content for Turner Broadcasting,  Turner Entertainment, Travel Channel, HGTV, DIY, Food Network, Cooking Channel & WWE Network. Michael is also an talented producer and director who has directed hundreds of commercials, promos and tv shows. He was also Supervising Producer for the Warner Brothers feature film, The Real Reason".

Jamie McLellan- Co Creator

Jamie is an innovative talented producer who is also an avid horror movie enthusiast.  Although Jamie has Asperger's Syndrome, it hasn't slowed him down.  He constantly brainstorming out-of-the-box ideas and innovative storyboards and has become on of our secret weapons.Jamie has produced successful shorts and Black Eyed Kids will be his first feature film. Jamie's father passed away from cancer recently an his last dying wish was for his son to create a feature film.

Austin Delin - Cinematographer/Editor

Austin is a young talented DP and editor with an incredible passion for video and film production. Since graduating Boston University's Digital Filmmaking Program, Austin has been busy creating, shooting and editing films, documentaries, commercials, music videos and content. His belief in a seamless experience, and his perfectionist attitude have allowed him to create visually stunning imagery that evokes emotion from an audience. He continues to provide his expertise and services to the Greater Boston area and beyond.

Krystle Feher - Special Effects Makeup Artist

Midwest born and raised artist Krystle is one of the most well rounded of her type. A powerhouse in the film and beauty industry working tirelessly towards her dreams with no chance of slowing down. She can be described as a chameleon; adapting to fit any situation thrown at her with true artist roots and calm ease. Her talents have become one of the most sought after in the area, specifically for her extreme versatility.
"I always feel so fortunate to say that I truly LOVE what I do for a living and feel my positivity radiate to my clients."
Krystle holds an Estheticians license from the prestigious Aveda Institute, and a degree in makeup artistry from one of the top makeup schools in Hollywood, Elegance International.

Some of her credits include: Sundown, Wahlburgers, NH Democratic Nation Primaries, The Daily  Show, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, Hedgehog, The Bride of Frankie & more.

Kodi Keith- Makeup Artist & Graphic Artist Director

Kodi began doing makeup professionally in 2015 and went to New York for training. Since starting out, her work has been published in Rhode Island magazine, Newport Naked. She recently started to collaborate with sought after photographer, Peter Mellekas and have had many opportunities to work with multiple stars from the film and fashion world. Kodi is also a talented graphic artist designer and has worked on many campaigns including Black Eyed Kids.

Max Schochet- Co Creator & Producer

Max is a creative, young  up-and-coming producer. He credits already include a screenplay and a scripted series. Max wears many hats from the creative vision to the valuable member production team.

Our wonderful cast so far (alphabetically):

Maggie Budzyna

Maggie has been acting for over ten years now. She has many musical theater credits and has appeared multiple times at professional theaters in the region including North Shore Music Theater, Ogunquit Playhouse, Fiddlehead Theater Company, and Boston Children's Theater. She began acting on screen at age 9 when she appeared on multiple episodes of Curious George in the mini children segments. Recently Maggie has appeared in short films produced by Emerson College and Boston University. She also recently was filmed for an add promoting the upcoming company Wearsafe.

Alyssa Freeman

Alyssa has had a passion for performing since a very young age.  She began studying dance at the age of two and by five had already done background work in Paul Blart Mall Cop and other film and television.  She has had a principle role in a Newport Fed Bank commercial and modeled for Curly Q Hair Bows.  Alyssa can be seen in Adam Sandler’s Grown Ups 2 as a dancer.  In the second grade she discovered theater, starting with her school play.  Since then she has performed in local theater including the role of Eliza in The King and I.  In her personal life Alyssa is a high honor roll student who has taken active roles in her local community, including organizing a large fundraiser for a local charity that helps Babies and Children and volunteering in a local political campaign.  Alyssa feels most at home when performing and is excited to be a part of Black Eyed Kids. 

Faye Giordano

Faye Giordano has appeared at a number of theatres around New England including the Tony Award- winning American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA and the Boston Center For Arts where she played the lead role in the Boston Children’s Theatre production of the Velveteen Rabbit. The 8-year old was recently cast in a new television series for kids that will air on major networks like the Disney channel. Outside of theatre, Faye’s other favorite pastimes include horseback riding, baseball, skiing, and hanging out with her mom. Faye is thrilled to be working with award-winning Producer/Director Ami Porder.

Christopher Johnson

Chris is a teen actor, athlete and honor student.  Chris has appeared in a dozen film projects as is known for appearances as David in The Look 2014, Young Bruno in Silence 2014 (IMDb Chris Johnson LXV) Luke in Don't Call Me Marty,2015, and Matt in Blue Crew 2015 (IMDb Chris Johnson CLXXIII).  Chris can be seen as a young teen in a current online PSA for the Middlesex Partnerships for Youth Said No Drug Dealer Ever, and in an online advertising campaign on oNotes.com.  He has also done print work for Hasbro and Franklin Sports.    

Isabella Leone

Isabella is going into 5th grade in Massachusetts. She started acting when she was 3 years old. Her favorite theatre roles were Briggita Von Trapp in The Sound of Music and Ariel in The Little Mermaid. Her first original series was Welcome To Grandpaville. Since then, she has also been in This is How it Starts and The Girl in the Attic. In addition to doing Web-series, she has enjoyed acting in short films, such as The House Sitter, Static, Snowflake and Black Eyed Kids. Recently, she did commercial work for Hasbro and BOSE. Isabella has taken several classes at Boston Casting. Acting is definitely her passion! She also enjoys basketball, swimming, rollerblading, and playing with her cats Lucy, Lola and Logan, and her dog Sasha. 

Marybeth Paul

Marybeth is an actor, model, and fitness professional. She graduated Boston College as a Biology and Psychology double major and was a scholarship track athlete there. She is a figure and bikini pro with Fitness Universe, a natural fitness organization. She has been modeling since she was a child. She appears in numerous commercials, industrials, as well as internet videos, including a national Wayfair holiday commercial. Her most recent projects include Bowen's Wharf's promotional video (Newport, RI) and Gardener's Supply national catalog.  She is currently working on 2 projects, one for tv and the other a web series. Her film roles include Before I leave, Burying St. Joseph, and Clairvoyant, among others. She appears in the German made for tv movie "You and I" as a main character, Susan. She also has roles in additional web series.  Marybeth works in both Boston and New York City.

Brianna Quinn

Brianna is a charismatic and fun loving 13 year old, who loves to be in front of the camera.  Brianna began her career with modeling at age 9 and later ventured into acting.  Brianna has modeled for many name brands including Justice, LL Bean and Hasbro.  As an actress Brianna has been in many films, commercials, episodic shows and various other projects.  Brianna's love for modeling and acting continues to grow with each project she completes and she looks forward to many more in her future!

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Alex Yiakoumatos

Alex has been acting since the age of 7.  He's now 8, and has appeared in numerous national advertisements and TV commercials, for Lego, Meineke and Hasbro.  This year, he appeared on TV on Late Night with Seth Meyers, and alongside his twin brother, Nick, in an episode of the Bravo TV series Odd Mom Out.  He has shot many independent films with and without his brother.  He was on the set of Patriot's Day and starred in Lord of Cinders.

Nick Yiakoumatos

Nick also began his acting career at age 7. Nick has worked for Hasbro and worked with his brother on the national advertising for Dean's Country Fresh ice cream.  His TV credits include a recent episode in Bravo TV's Odd Mom Out, with his twin brother, Alex.  He has worked on many indy films and music videos.  His biggest principal role thus far is as Timmy in the upcoming film, Snowflake.