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Ryan was born in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea to an Australian missionary family. His father traveled through PNG, Vanuatu, Australia and New Zealand. After high-school in Auckland, New Zealand, Ryan fought competitively in taekwondo and won two tournaments. He worked as a carpenter for six years and was brought to New York in 2008 to be featured in the DKNY Jeans campaign with Behati Prinsloo. His rugged good looks landing him in campaigns for Armani Exchange with Izabel Goulart, Abercrombie and Fitch, Hugo Boss underwear, Trussardi Jeans and Esprit underwear with Gisele Bündchen and Erin Wasson. He's been in TV commercials around the globe for brands such as Paramount pictures, Rock Port, Garnier, Macy's, A+F and Just Jeans.
Since fashion, Ryan is making strides into leading man territory onscreen, playing Jake Bolin the "Flirtual Killer" on MTV's Eye Candy (2015) and appeared in Rough Night (2017) opposite Scarlett Johansson and Kate McKinnon. Ryan will also be seen playing Owen in the TV adaptation of the New York Times bestselling novel Confess (2017), written and directed by Elissa Down. Ryan continues to build his body of work spending time writing, directing and developing skills in all areas of the film world.
His short film Left Behind (2014) is about the confrontation between a mother struggling with her depression and a son's unorthodox methods to help her see reason. It was inspired by the loss of loved ones and in an effort to raise awareness for those suffering with mental illnesses and depression. Ryan continues to work alongside Susan Batson and Anthony Meindl as he explores characters in his writing and grows as an artist.- Mariama Diallo was born in Guinea. She is an actress, known for Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022), The Black Hamptons (2022) and B-Boy Blues (2021).
- Alyssa-Jane Cook is one of Australia's most respected actors and personalities. While her first love will always be pure acting roles, she is also an accomplished television host, two credits not usually found residing comfortably in the one performer. This rare ability to combine her dual careers as an actor on film, stage and television with her substantial hosting/presenting abilities and popularity as a personality, have established Alyssa-Jane as one of our leading performers. Her easygoing nature, combined with an uncompromising professionalism, has given Alyssa-Jane a solid reputation with those "in the know" as a pure delight to work with.
- Erika Heynatz was born on 25 March 1975 in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. She is an actress, known for Gabriel (2007), L.A. Noire (2011) and The Family Law (2016). She has been married to Andrew Kingston since 9 March 2007. They have one child.
- Actress
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- Director
Babetida Sadjo is a Guinean-Bissau Belgian actress. After graduating from the Royal dramatic conservatory of Brussels, she was the first black woman to win the Ensor Award of best actress in a supporting role for the film Waste Land directed by Pieter Van Hees. She makes a great performance in the film Paradise Suite which was selected to represent the Nederlands for the Oscars. Her international career was launched as she played one of two leading characters in the Sundance award winning film, And Breathe Normally directed by Isold Uggadottir. Also a screenwriter, Babetida Sadjo will soon be directing "Hématomes" a short film that she wrote. Not disregarding her first love, the stage, Babetida Sadjo continues to perform in various plays alongside her cinematographic projects.- Actor
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- Director
Welket Bungué is a Berlin-based actor, born in Guinea-Bissau in 1988. His cross-cultural education from Africa, Europe, and Brazil made him into a cross-national, multi-talented artist. He is co-founder of the production company KUSSA, holds a degree in Theater Acting (ESTC / Lisbon) and a postgraduate degree in Performance Art (UniRio / Brazil). In 2023 Welket was an ambassador for the Face to Face with German Films Campaign as a filmmaker and actor.
As an actor, Welket has been featured in over 40 films and series, including Marcelo Caetano's highly acclaimed coming-of-age drama Body Electric, Marcelo Gomes' historical drama Joaquim, and Laís Bodanzky's Pedro, Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea. Welket starred alongside actors Viggo Mortensen, Léa Seydoux, and Kristen Stewart in David Cronenberg's film Crimes of the Future, which debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
In 2020, Welket starred in Burhan Qurbani's new version of Berlin Alexanderplatz, where his performance earned him a "Silver Bear" nomination at the Berlin International Film Festival, a "Best Lead Actor" nomination at the LOLA Awards of the German Film Academy (equivalent to the OSCARS), and the Aluminum Horse Award for "Best Actor" at the Stockholm International Film Festival.
In 2022, he took part of the International Jury of Ghent IFF, chaired by the British director Clio Barnard (The Selfish Giant) amongst Daniel Hart (A Ghost Story, The Green Knight), Georgian director Alexandre Koberidze (What Do We See When We Look At The Sky), Nico Leunen (Ad Astra, Beautiful Boy, The Broken Circle Breakdown). He also took part of the International Jury of São Paulo IFF 2023, chaired by the Serbian director Emir Kusturica, amongst the Berlinale Artistic Director Mariëtte Rissenbeek, Lenny Abrahamson (Frank, Room, Normal People) and Enrica Fico Antonioni.
Welket is an artist featured by the Arsenal - Institute for Film and Video Art (Berlin), and since 2021 his films are part of the institution's collection. Welket's artistry is influenced by anti-colonial and Afrocentric perspectives, leveraging one's natural skills to inspire human growth and potential.
Welket's films have circulated internationally through numerous film festivals such as Berlinale, ABFF (USA), Africlap (France), Zanzibar IFF, Afrikamera (Berlin), BFI London and Sheffield DocFest (UK), IndieLisboa, DocLisboa, Curta Cinema IFF (RJ, Brazil), as well as the Stockholm Dansfilmfestival. Welket repertoire on filmmaking reunites more than 25 creations, including the short film titles Calling Cabral, Mudança, Jah Intervention, I am Not Pilatus, Arriaga, and Bastien.
In June 2022, Welket released his first book 'Corpo Periférico' on the Amazon platform, it's an autobiographical essay on auteur filmmaking based on the eponymous concept of "self-portraying cinema".- Jeremy Callaghan was born on 27 July 1967 in Papua New Guinea. He is an actor, known for Police Rescue (1989), The Great Raid (2005) and Water Rats (1996). He is married to Gaelle de Boulicaut. They have two children.
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- Producer
Ethan Marrell is best known as Ozzy Man Reviews, a YouTube channel that started in April 2014 with comedic recaps and reviews of Game of Thrones. The topics covered on the channel broadened in 2015 to include wildlife, sport, and viral videos. Ozzy Man Reviews has amassed a fan base of over 20 million people across multiple social media platforms. Ethan has an Advanced Diploma in Screen from the Film and TV Institute in Fremantle (2004) and a Masters Degree in Internet Communications from Curtin University, Perth (2013). He was a WA State Winner and National Finalist in the Raw Comedy stand-up comedy competition by Triple J and ABC in Melbourne (2005). And a WA State Winner and National Finalist in FHM's Search for Australia's Funniest Man or Woman in Sydney (2005). Credits include writing, producing, directing, and acting.- Actor
- Art Department
Emilio Buale was born in Equatorial Guinea, but he moved to Spain along with his parents and brothers when he was six years old. He had no intention of becoming an actor until one day, casting director Paco Pino discovered him when they both were waiting in a subway station in Madrid. He needed a black actor to play Ombasi, one of the main characters of Imanol Uribe's Bwana (1996). Before that, Emilio was studying to become a construction engineer, and meanwhile, he was also working as a fireman. He accepted the proposition, and traveled to Almería two weeks later, when he made his debut, along with two well-known Spanish actors Andrés Pajares and María Barranco.
After that first professional experience as an actor, he continued working in films, TV series and, especially, in theatre. He was a member of the Spanish Company of Classic Theatre during a couple of years, and he has appeared in lots of stage productions.- Mal Michael was born on 24 June 1977 in Papua New Guinea. He has been married to Kim since 20 May 2001. They have one child.
- Actress
- Casting Department
- Additional Crew
Robyn Gibbes was born on 2 January 1957 in Goroka, New Guinea. She is an actress, known for Wild Horses (1983), Prisoner (1979) and Round the Twist (1989).- Paul Kelman was born on 9 October 1967 in Papua New Guinea. He is an actor, known for Halfway Across the Galaxy and Turn Left (1993), Home and Away (1988) and E Street (1989).
- Actor
- Writer
- Producer
Mick Preston trained as an actor in New York with Uta Hagen. He has worked as an actor in the USA, Japan and Australia in film, television, theater and television commercials and was recently nominated for 'Best Supporting Actor' at the South Hampton International Film Festival for his role as Marcus in 'Evie wants a Baby'.- Director
- Writer
- Actor
Flora Gomes was born on 31 December 1949 in Cadique, Guinea-Bissau. He is a director and writer, known for Nha Fala (2002), The Blue Eyes of Yonta (1992) and Mortu Nega (1988).- Actor
- Soundtrack
John Laws is Australia's most successful and influential broadcaster. He was born in Wau, New Guinea, on August 8, 1935 and educated at Mosman Preparatory School and Knox Grammar School, Sydney.
Every day he broadcasts on a network of over 60 stations that cover every state and territory across Australia reaching over 2 million people.
For virtually all of the 51 years he has worked in radio, John Laws has been the undisputed king of Australia's talk back airwaves and has remained at the top of the ratings.
Since his career began as an 18 year old announcer on 3BO in Bendigo in 1953 - he has won more radio awards of excellence than any other Australian broadcaster.
John Laws has worked at several country radio stations prior to joining 2UE in 1957, the first of four terms at Sydney's top rating radio station. It was the move to 2UE which kick started his career.
When his first stint at 2UE ended in 1959, John joined 2SM for a short period before moving to the Hunter Valley where he bought a farm. For several years he broadcast a syndicated Australia wide program for the Newcastle station 2KO.
In 1962 he moved back to Sydney where he joined 2GB. Two years later he rejoined 2UE and remained with the station for five years. In 1969 he became a member of 2UW's line up, an association which lasted for a decade.
2UE lured him back in 1979, this time for another five years. Then he switched to 2GB again when the station made a highly publicized, all out bid for his services. He returned to the 2UE fold when the station was in No 8 position. Since his return in 1988, he and the station have been consistently at the top of the ratings ladder.
At John Laws 40th anniversary dinner, former Prime Minister Paul Keating handed John the ultimate compliment, hailing him as "the broadcaster of the century".
John Laws has also been extremely prominent in other areas of the Australian media. John has hosted four national television series, written a column for Sydney's Sunday Telegraph and has written several best selling books.
In 1998, he joined Australia's leading cable television company, Foxtel with his own nightly talk show entitled Laws.
He is known for his passionate interest in motor sports, motor cycling, writing, reading, tennis, rural pursuits, photography, antique furniture, works of art and sculpture, timepieces and first collector's editions of books.- Director
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- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Sana Na N'Hada was born in 1950 in Enxale, Guinea-Bissau. He is a director and writer, known for Xime (1994), Nome (2023) and Kadjike (2013).- Actress
- Writer
Ingrid Mason was born in 1952 in New Guinea. She is an actress and writer, known for Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975), Break of Day (1976) and Walk the Talk (2000).- Toby Allen was born on 8 August 1973 in Papua New Guinea. He is an actor, known for Neighbours (1985), Human Nature: Got It Goin' On (1996) and Human Nature: Don't Say Goodbye (1997).
- Peter O'Neill was born on 13 February 1965 in Kerapali, Ialibu-Pangia, Southern Highlands, Papua New Guinea. He has been married to Lynda May Babao since 1999. They have five children.
- Joëlle Rivero was born in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. She is known for Tómbola (1962) and Marisol rumbo a Río (1963).
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- Actor
- Writer
Albert Toro was born on 23 October 1952 in Tinputz, Bougainville, Territory of Papua and New Guinea. He was a director and actor, known for Tukana - husat i asua (1984). He died on 11 December 2019 in Papua New Guinea.- Actress
- Soundtrack
She is a singer and songwriter from the Australian band 'Sheppard'. In 2014 was released the single Geronimo from the album Bombs Away that was Platinum five times in Australia and one in USA. She wrote her first song with 12 years old. She graduated from college with a diploma of music performance.- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Ângelo Torres was born in 1969 in Equatorial Guinea. He is an actor and director, known for Kunta (2007), Hay Road (2012) and Terra Estrangeira (1995).- Benny Nightingale was born on 11 December 1919 in British Guinea. He was an actor, known for The Avengers (1961), Thirst (1979) and Secret Agent (1964). He was married to Ann Christine Barker and Iris Constance Hosier. He died in November 1995 in London, England, UK.
- Sonia Okomo was born in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. She is known for Al salir de clase (1997), Kárate a muerte en Torremolinos (2003) and La piel azul (2010).
- Actress
- Soundtrack
Kiara Timas was born on 22 March 1984 in Guinea-Bissau. She is an actress, known for Morangos com Açúcar (2003), Poderosas (2015) and Rainha das Flores (2016).- Visual Effects
Interned at NASA - Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland as a Finite Element Analyst using NASTRAN (NASA Structural Analysis System) and tested the dynamic and static responses of the PAMS-STU (Passive, Aerodynamically-Stabilized, Magnetic-Damped, Satellite) canisters.
Spent the last six years working in the visual effects field as a compositor. Is a current member of the Visual Effects Society (VES) and Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (ATAS-Emmys).- Bhime Souaré was born on 16 September 1949 in Kindia, Guinea. He was an actor, known for All Out (1990), Santa Claus Is a Stinker (1982) and Tatort (1970). He died on 17 July 2014 in Paris, France.
- Nafissatou Diallo was born on 18 August 1978 in Conakry, Guinea.
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Henri Duparc was born on 23 December 1941 in Forecariah, Guinea. He was a director and writer, known for Le sixième doigt (1990), Caramel (2005) and Mouna ou le rêve d'un artiste (1969). He died on 18 April 2006 in Paris, France.- Actress
- Director
- Producer
Patty Brard was born on 25 March 1955 in Sorong, New Guinea. She is an actress and director, known for De omarming van eenvoud, Costa! (2001) and The Lie (1985). She has been married to Antoine van de Vijver since 15 September 2014. She was previously married to René Muthert, Carlo Nasi and Ron Brandsteder.- Director
- Cinematographer
- Writer
Thierno Souleymane Diallo was born in 1983 in Pita, Guinea. He is a director and cinematographer, known for The Cemetery of Cinema (2023), Voyage vers l'espoir (2014) and Nô Mëtî Sîfâdhe (2019).- Actor
- Producer
Sidiki Fofana was born on 28 July 1989 in Conakry, Guinea. He was an actor and producer, known for Life Through an Artist (2018), Blue Bloods (2010) and Boy in the Void (2013). He died on 20 July 2017 in Bronx, New York, USA.- Actress
- Director
Marie Zoumanigui was born in Conakry, Guinea. She is an actress and director, known for Sweet Girl (2021), The Blacklist (2013) and I Love You... But I Lied (2015).- Katoucha was born on 23 October 1960 in Conakry, Guinea. She was an actress, known for Ya bon les blancs (1988), Ramata (2009) and Élection de Miss France (1986). She died on 2 February 2008 in Paris, France.
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Muhammad Camara was born in 1959 in Conakry, Guinea. He is an actor and director, known for Destiny (1997), Denko (1993) and Minka (1994).- Rebekah LaVauney was born on 7 October 1977 in Papua New Guinea.
- Amilcar Cabral was born on 12 September 1924 in Bafatá, Guinea-Bissau. He was married to Maia Helena Rodrigues and Ana Maria Voss de si. He died on 20 January 1973 in Conakry, Guinea.
- Producer
- Director
- Writer
David Gill was born on 9 June 1928 in Territory of New Guinea [now Papua New Guinea]. He was a producer and director, known for American Masters (1985), Unknown Chaplin (1983) and Buster Keaton: A Hard Act to Follow (1987). He was married to Pauline Wadsworth. He died on 28 September 1997 in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England, UK.- Writer
- Producer
- Additional Crew
Mavro Diamanti is a talented Guinean filmmaker, recognized for his outstanding contributions as a writer, director, and producer in both film and television. With an impressive body of work, Mavro has made a mark in the industry, captivating audiences with his unique storytelling.
Notably, Mavro lent his writing skills to the widely acclaimed sitcom "House of Payne" on BET, created by the renowned Tyler Perry. He showcased his talent by writing for seasons 10 and 11, contributing to the success of the show and displaying his ability to craft engaging story lines.
Mavro's creative prowess extends beyond the realm of sitcoms. He has also delved into documentary filmmaking, serving as an Executive Producer for a captivating feature documentary in collaboration with Wayfarer Studios. This demonstrates his versatility as a filmmaker and his ability to tackle different genres and formats.
Mavro's expertise as a producer was demonstrated with the gripping short film "On Trees," which garnered recognition and premiered at the prestigious Bronzelens Film Festival, an Academy Award Qualifying event. Another noteworthy achievement was the compelling short film "Perception," co-written and produced by Mavro, which premiered at the Morehouse Human Rights Film Festival and earned a nomination for Best Short Film. This exceptional work caught the attention of PBS, resulting in its inclusion on the network's new streaming platform, PBS Passport.
In addition to his individual accomplishments, Mavro is one half of the dynamic creative duo known as "The Rockstar Brothers." Alongside Harrison Ellis, the duo has gained recognition for their innovative storytelling that challenges the status quo and propels black culture forward. Their writing talents have attracted notable executive producers, including Anthony Mackie and Justin Baldoni, with whom they have collaborated on feature film projects. Their documentary work has also captured the attention of Wayfarer Studios.
Mavro's involvement in the film industry goes beyond his creative endeavors. He serves as a valuable asset to Tyler Perry Studios, working in the creative department and providing support to Mark E. Swinton, the SVP of Scripted Programming. In this role, Mavro contributes to the development, production, and show running of various projects, including films and television shows for major networks such as Netflix, Prime, and Paramount.
Mavro's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Georgia State University, where he double majored in International Relations and Theater. His thirst for knowledge led him to pursue a Master of Arts in Film and Television from the esteemed Savannah College of Art and Design, solidifying his expertise in the craft.
Mavro Diamanti continues to leave an indelible mark on the film and television industry, captivating audiences with his thought-provoking storytelling and pushing boundaries to propel black culture forward. With his notable contributions to "House of Payne," his success as a producer and director, and his collaborative work as part of "The Rockstar Brothers," Mavro's talent and creativity shine through, making him a rising star in the world of filmmaking.- Actress
- Casting Director
Jessica Miller was born on 20 July 1986 in Papua New Guinea. She is an actress and casting director, known for 41 (2012), Flesh (2007) and Choir Girl (2019).- Boudewijn Tarenskeen was born on 15 December 1952 in New Guinea. He is a composer, known for The Last Island (1990), Looking for Eileen (1987) and Romeo (1990).
- Marina Prior was born in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. She is known for Sacrifice (2024), City Homicide (2006) and Spirit of the Game (2016).
- Piers Akerman was born on 12 June 1950 in Wewak, Papua New Guinea. He has been married to Suzanne M. Landrieu since 20 May 1978. They have two children.
- Actor
- Soundtrack
Mamady Keïta was born in 1951 in Republic of Guinea, Africa. He was an actor, known for Sahara (2005), La vie platinée (1987) and Meisjes in de grote stad (1995). He died on 21 June 2021 in Brussels, Belgium.- Actor
- Executive
Sadou Bah is a French-Guinean actor, he was born to Mariama kesso and Amadou Sara Bah, a college teacher. He moved to Paris, France, when he was nineteen. Sadou has graced the catwalks of Paris and as a male model. He has since started his career in the cinema industry an Actor and has known for Bad Impulse (2019) and The Runner (2021) by Michelle Danner.- Actor
- Soundtrack
Roger Lanzac was born on 28 October 1920 in Conakry, French Guinea [now Guinea]. He was an actor, known for Soyez les bienvenus (1952), La fin des Pyrénées (1970) and On sort ce soir (1982). He was married to Louise Thiebaut, Ginette Vigneux and Christiane Jaquier. He died on 25 November 1996 in Pineuilh, Gironde, France.- Gito Rollies was born on 1 November 1946 in Biak, Nieuw-Guinea, Dutch East Indies [now Biak, Irian Jaya, Indonesia]. He was an actor, known for Joni's Promise (2005), What's Up with Cinta? (2002) and Gerbang 13 (2004). He was married to Michelle. He died on 28 February 2008 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
- Actor
- Writer
- Director
Cheik Doukouré was born in 1943 in Kankan, Guinea. He is an actor and writer, known for Paris selon Moussa (2003), Blanc d'ébène (1991) and The Golden Ball (1994).- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Filipe Henriques was born on 24 July 1979 in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. Filipe is a director and writer, known for The Thorn of the Rose (2013), Heaven or Hell (2007) and Um Novo Amor.