 Producer Ray Robinson:
Mr. Robinson has over fifteen years experience in the film industry. He began his career as an associate producer for Valstar Productions, where he helped develop "When the Full Moon Rises", "Cry for Justice" and "Inner Blue". He has since gone on to work with many writers in the development and management of their projects. Current projects he is working on are "Factions" and "Sleepers and Shadows". He brings to the table a strong sense of business, leadership, and finance background. Mr. Robinson has the necessary stick-to-itiveness, passion and drive it will take to shepherd SLEEPING WITH THE LION to the big screen!
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 Producer Alex Carig:
Mr. Carig graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in Film Directing and Screenwriting. He has two decades of experience in motion picture screenwriting, development, special effects, and distribution. He worked for Boss Film Corporation on the production of Ghost and Solar Crisis. At Edge Innovations ( Free Willy and Anaconda) he assisted in the creation of special effects/robotic sharks for director Renny Harlin's feature "Deep Blue Sea". He was a screenplay reader for Producer Gale Ann Hurd ( The Abyss and Terminator). He has written several screenplays, the latest a collaborative venture entitled "Street of a Thousand Lanterns", which has been represented by the Shapiro-Lichtman Talent Agency in Beverly Hills. He also co-wrote a screenplay adaptation to Michael Allen's Pullitzer Award nominated book, Tao of Surfing.
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 Director Rocky Capella:
Mr. Capella will be making his feature film directorial debut on Sleeping with the Lion. An award winning multi media and commercial action director, Rocky is a member of the Director’s Guild Of America and the Screen Actors Guild. Rocky has over 25 years experience working on both sides of the camera. His work as a 2nd unit director and stunt coordinator span over 600 productions including the features; "Inferno", "The Bachelor", "Palmer’s Pick Up", "Ed TV", "Assassination Of Richard Nixon", "Way To Valhalla", "Rent", and "Dead And Breakfast". TV shows such as "The Lot", "America’s Most Wanted", "Party Of Five" and award winning spots for First Union Bank and Shell Oil. Visit his web site at: www.RockyCapella.com.
"Rocky Capella has established himself as one of the best in the Bay Area, and Southern California film industry. He has been with SLEEPING WITH THE LION since the story’s conception. His knowledge of the story along with his over 25 years in the Film Industry, along with keen passion for what he does, not to mention his ability to think and react outside of the box at times…. makes him the perfect visionary as director for SLEEPING WITH THE LION."
-Producers Ray Robinson and Alex Carig
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 Producer/Line Producer, Frank Simeone:
Frank Simeone is a well known motion picture producer in San Francisco, who has produced and managed over thirty films in the Bay Area. His motion picture career began as a production assistant on Francis Coppola's "Apocalypse Now" at American Zoetrope where he continued to work through the productions of "The Black Stallion", "Hammett" and "Rumble Fish". He has worked as a production manager on two projects for LucasFilms, "The Battle For Endor", a network television special, and Tiger Tales, a dramatic short to encourage children to read. Frank's production experience in the studios of Zoetrope and LucasFilms has enabled him to help independent filmmakers get their features "in the can." Some of these movies include, "Nina Takes A Lover", "Dumbarton Bridge" and the film festival hit, "Dream With The Fishes". He worked on LucasFilms’ "Phantom Menace" and most recently on Ang Lee’s "The Hulk", "Bee Season" and "Assassination Of Richard Nixon".
"Frank just makes it happen time and time again throughout his career; he has produced great results in every project he has been associated with."
-Producers Ray Robinson and Alex Carig
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 Executive Producer Patti Carlise:
Patti Carlise has the innate ability to reach out effectively into the community to garner help for a variety of projects. Every project that she takes on is taken on with passion and endless drive. As Executive Producer of SLEEPING WITH THE LION, Patti will be taking the same can do approach as with all projects she has graced. Patti will assist the Producers of Prodigy Entertainment in creating, and the implementation of a strategy that will be geared toward the local community for the purpose of acquiring investment and talent partners for SLEEPING WITH THE LION. Philosophy, "Finance it Here, Shoot it Here", equates to jobs in the city of San Francisco. As Entertainment and Arts Liaison for San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, Patti connects entertainers with the city of San Francisco for benefits and many worthy and causes. She has been instrumental in producing a number of beneficial projects for the people of San Francisco. Patti is a resident of San Francisco; has a background in San Francisco/San Mateo County Real Estate, Commercial Loan Agent for Residential and Commercial Properties, Marketing, Administrative, and Consulting. She has been a leader on projects ranging from Art@Mons (Mayors office of Neighborhood Services) Music@Mons, Homeless Outreach, and Golden Gloves benefit for after school sports programs, Reel Kids Film, and Theatre projects with children to explore their hidden talents.
"Surrender is not in Patti’s vocabulary. The passion and dedication she brings to the table is only matched by her heart. She is always looking over her shoulder to make sure no one is left behind."
-Producers Ray Robinson and Alex Carig
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 Producer Tami Lynn:
Tami Lynn was a producer on the film "Vibrations", and served as executive producer on the film, "Kiss of Fire". After producing the NBC series, "Jesse", which won two People's Choice Awards, Tami has gone on to create the hour drama series, "Casa", and serves as the executive producer. Tami's producer credits also include "The Man That God Forgot" and "Dead Day". Both were developed my Tami Lynn.
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 Co-Producer Dwight Hicks:
Dwight Hicks' outstanding contributions on the field, and passion for the game of football made him a Pro Bowl player for several years. He won two Super Bowls with one of the NFL's most elite football teams, the San Francisco Forty Niners. After a phenomenal career on the field, Dwight has turned that same passion and drive towards the Entertainment Industry. He co-anchored and added his football expertise to the Bay's Area's highly-rated KTVU-FOX 49er's post game show The Point After for two seasons. Dwight now devotes most of his time to acting and film producing. His talent has won him roles in several high profile films, including "Armageddon" with Bruce Willis, "The Rock" with Sean Connery and Nicolas Cage, and "Jack", starring Robin Williams. Television credits include co-starring roles on "Nash Bridges", "The Pretender", "She Spies", "Boomtown" and "The Practice".
"Dwight's keen knowledge of the feature filmmaking process, coupled with his burning passion to make great films, in front of, and behind the camera makes him a natural fit for SLEEPING WITH THE LION."
-Producers Ray Robinson and Alex Carig
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 Composer Larry Groupe:
Mr. Groupe is one of the most sought-after composers today. He is an Emmy award-winner on the John Salk documentary, "Personally Speaking". Some of his credit include: "The Usual Suspects", "Pulp Fiction", "Early Bird Special", "Mystery", "Alaska", Dreamwork’s SKG "The Contenders", and ABC’s "Commander In Chief". Visit his website at: www.larrygroupe.com.
"Larry Groupe as composer on any film raises the bar for excellence."
-Producers Ray Robinson and Alex Carig
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 Writer Rick Stone:
Mr. Stone has written for several Hollywood producers including James Skotchdopole (True Romance and Sleepless in Seattle), and Marty Marichan (Twin Peaks). Mr. Stone has written our exciting, psychological thriller entitled SLEEPING WITH THE LION. He is the consummate team player.
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 Associate Producer & Still Photographer
Jose Garza:
Jose Garza will be working closely with the producers through all phases of production as still photographer and associate producer. He has twenty-three years of experience and an infectious enthusiasm for his craft and the craft of filmmaking. He is one of the most accomplished photographers in his field. He is president of the Central Valley Photographers Association and continues to stockpile awards for his composition, creativity, and vision. Visit his web site at: www.josegarzaphotography.com. Many thanks to Still Photographer Jose Garza for all the great pictures he provided for this web site.
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