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Director's Statement:
Thank you so much for watching our film! This story is a story about class and the truth about how you never really know what someone else is going through. Thank you once again!
Crew:
Connie Jo Sechrist - Producer
Connie Jo Sechrist is a accomplished American Actress and Emmy® Nominated Producer from San Jose, CA, whose work has been recognized at prestigious festivals such as SXSW, Tribeca, and other Academy Qualifying Festivals around the world. She is well-known for her dynamic and complex roles in drama, action, and sci-fi genre films. As a passionate advocate for mental health, Connie Jo has produced and starred in over 20 films that explore mental health and personal stories, with the goal of de-stigmatizing mental health issues and breaking down barriers. Her commitment to raising awareness about the prevalence of mental health problems and encouraging greater understanding and acceptance is evident in the impactful nature of her work. In addition to her acting and producing career, Connie Jo is a Co-Founder of the Coven Film Festival, which is dedicated to showcasing films created by emerging women and non-binary filmmakers. She is also a respected leader and mentor in various independent film groups around the world, where she strives to inspire and support the growth of other aspiring filmmakers.
Dylan Bloom - Writer/Director
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and now currently living in Los Angeles, Dylan has been writing and directing for over 6 years now. With success on the 2020 festival circuit, his previous short, "Pieces" that played academy qualifying festivals like, Hollyshorts & St. Louis International. Dylan now aims to tackle an even more ambitious project with his newest film, "Elevate"
Director's Statement:
Thank you so much for watching our film! This story is a story about class and the truth about how you never really know what someone else is going through. Thank you once again!
Crew:
Connie Jo Sechrist - Producer
Connie Jo Sechrist is a accomplished American Actress and Emmy® Nominated Producer from San Jose, CA, whose work has been recognized at prestigious festivals such as SXSW, Tribeca, and other Academy Qualifying Festivals around the world. She is well-known for her dynamic and complex roles in drama, action, and sci-fi genre films. As a passionate advocate for mental health, Connie Jo has produced and starred in over 20 films that explore mental health and personal stories, with the goal of de-stigmatizing mental health issues and breaking down barriers. Her commitment to raising awareness about the prevalence of mental health problems and encouraging greater understanding and acceptance is evident in the impactful nature of her work. In addition to her acting and producing career, Connie Jo is a Co-Founder of the Coven Film Festival, which is dedicated to showcasing films created by emerging women and non-binary filmmakers. She is also a respected leader and mentor in various independent film groups around the world, where she strives to inspire and support the growth of other aspiring filmmakers.
Dylan Bloom - Writer/Director
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and now currently living in Los Angeles, Dylan has been writing and directing for over 6 years now. With success on the 2020 festival circuit, his previous short, "Pieces" that played academy qualifying festivals like, Hollyshorts & St. Louis International. Dylan now aims to tackle an even more ambitious project with his newest film, "Elevate"
