CAST
CAST
Nina White is entering her senior year at the University of Michigan, where she is getting her BFA in musical theatre. She had an unbelievable time working on Weiner Police, and she is so thankful to Sofia and Sophia for trusting her with Mary Jo! YeeHaw!
Mary Jo
NINA WHITE
Julian, much like a Big Fat Ass, has just graduated with a BFA Acting Major from THE University of Michigan. When not doing homework, Julian was involved in one of the fraternities, idk.
Pastor Mike
JULIAN SHWARTZ
Mason Reeves is a Cave Creek, Arizona native and is a rising senior pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre at the University of Michigan. Regional credits include FOOTLOOSE (Ren, The Muny), MAMMA MIA (Sky, Connecticut Repertory Theatre), A CHORUS LINE (Richie, Heritage Theatre Festival), and GUYS AND DOLLS (Bucks County Playhouse). Weiner Police is Mason’s second short film. He is represented by CGF Talent in New York. Instagram: @rasonmeeves they’re hazy. See you on the barricades.
Luke
MASON REEVES
Blake Roman is an actor, singer, and musician born in Erie, PA. He attended the University of Michigan and received a BFA in Musical Theatre. Based out of New York City, he is building a career in stage, film, and music. Blake is represented by Stewert Talent.
Dean
BLAKE ROMAN
Hello! My name is Brendan Dewley, I am a freshman at the University of Michigan, College of Literature of Science and the Arts. I plan a degree in Film, Television, and Media, and a double minor in Creative Writing and Crime & Justice. My largest passion in my life is comedy. Throughout history, comedy has been shown to shine truth on life and society and to connect people in amazing and unique ways. I also love telling stories through humor by writing and producing videos, and performing improvisational comedy. I am very interested in pursuing comedy and television. My plan is to continue to improve my writing and video production skills and take every opportunity I can to learn more about making and performing comedy.
Assistant Gabriel
BRENDAN DEWLEY
I hail from the great city of Duluth, GA — only a stone skip away from Weiner Arkansas.
I’m primarily an actor, heading into my fourth and final year studying acting at the Univeristy of Michigan, but beyond that I greatly enjoy making music, writing stories, and generally indulging in any and all kinds of artistic activities :-)
Next semester I’ll be playing Jedediah’s great great grandfather “Tom ‘Jedidiah’ Joad” in the University of Michigan Theatre and Drama Departments production of the Grapes of Wrath. The following semester I’ll be preparing to showcase in NYC, LA, Chicago and then I’ll finally be a “real” actor in the “real” world doing “real” actor things!
Jedediah
SAM DUBIN
Linda is honored to be in a film that uses the ethos of sex, drugs, and rock & roll to make its much-needed political points. Reminds her of the old days.…maybe. Well, they’re hazy. See you on the barricades.
Mammaw
LINDA RABIN HAMMELL
Georgia Spears was born and raised in San Francisco, CA. Despite her California roots, she left the Golden State in Fall 2015 to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Acting from the University of Michigan. Georgia is passionate about film and has spent the bulk of her free time acting in student films. When she's not acting, she loves traveling, binging the latest Netflix series, and playing with any and all dogs she meets.
Alexa
GEORGIA SPEARS
While growing up in his hometown of Kimberton, Pennsylvania, Conrad developed a passion for theatre and dance. His endeavors in the arts have led him to his current adventure: the Musical Theatre B.F.A. program at the University of Michigan.​ He is enjoying his time receiving an education and exploring himself as an artist. He is passionate about travel, outdoors, fitness, cooking, and spending time with friends. On top of school, he teaches barre at Vie Fitness & Spa in Ann Arbor. He will graduate in May of 2021, after which he will move to New York and, you know, do the theatre thing!
Steven
CONRAD SAGER
CREW
Hi! My name is Sofia Lynch, I'm from Livonia, Michigan and I am the director of Weiner Police. I became an English major when I transferred to U of M my junior year because I wasn't sure what it was I wanted to do with my life. 3 film classes and 2 productions later, however, I am headed to LA with my degree, my loving boyfriend, and my Weiner Police experience close at heart while I embark on starting the rest of my life in the film industry.
Director
SOFIA LYNCH
Lauren Guido is a native of Walled Lake, MI and is in the process of completing a dual-degree in Film, Television, & Media and International Studies with a focus in Human Rights at the University of Michigan. Besides producing films, she’s also passionate about non-fiction filmmaking and multimedia journalism. Lauren hopes to combine her love of media with her knowledge in foreign affairs to use video production as a means of inspiring social change.
Head Producer
LAUREN GUIDO
Robert Rayher has been a Senior Lecturer at the University of Michigan since 1992. His primary creative focus since 1993 has been screenwriting. He has had stints in the motion picture industry and with independent film productions. From the end of the '70's through the early '90's, he produced and presented experimental films and videos. His experimental films and tapes have been screened widely in North America, and occasionally in Europe and Asia. His films and videos have been screened at such venues as: Film Forum (L.A.); Cal Arts; San Francisco Cinematheque; Cable Channel 19, Chicago, co-curated by NAME and The Center for New T.V.; Chicago Filmmakers; Berks Filmmakers, Reading PA.; Ann Arbor Film Festival; Film Center, School of Art Institute of Chicago; The Collective for Living Cinema (NYC); Hallwalls, Buffalo N.Y.; Millennium Film Workshop (NYC); and the London Filmmakers' Coop.
Executive Producer
ROBERT RAHYER
Delaney Cavanagh is from Holland, MI and is studying film at the University of Michigan to become a production designer in film. She was the art director for Inhuman, and it was her first film working professionally. Besides loving film, Delaney is incredibly passionate about music and is deeply involved with The CoOp, a concert venue showcasing local artists in downtown Ann Arbor. Delaney is currently working as a Marketing Intern at the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra.
Art Director
DELANEY CAVANAGH
Jamie is graduating from the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film, Television, and Media. After graduation, he will be moving to Los Angeles to work in the entertainment industry. Jamie was lovingly referred to as “Jam Jam” on set.
Assistant Director, Assistant Camera
JAMIE FADDEN
Hi, my name’s Frank Allen. I’m from Edwardsburg, MI and I am one of the producers on Weiner Police. I’m a recent graduate of U of M, with a degree in Film, Television, and Media, and I’m looking forward to moving to LA with the director of the movie.
Producer, Camera Operator, Assistant Camera
FRANK ALLEN
Colin is a student at the University of Michigan studying Film, Television, and Media.
Camera Operator
COLIN FARMER
Starr Bialk is a recent grad from the University of Michigan with a degree in film. Hailing from Southfield, Michigan, she's currently seeking internships or jobs to continue work as an editor. She hopes to take on more post-production projects soon and resume her status as a dungeon troll.
Digital Imaging Technician, Editor
STARR BIALK
Anna is a rising junior majoring in American Culture and Film, Television, and Media. Her hometown is in Ann Arbor, and she is interning in New York City with A+E Networks this summer. She is not entirely sure of her future career plans yet, but she knows media will definitely be a part of it!
Audio Mixer
ANNA DANG
Sam Zylstra is a student at the University of Michigan’s Penny W. Stamp’s school of Art & Design.
Camera Operator
SAM ZYLSTRA
Kamryn is a student in the University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theater, and Dance and a member of Ossi an Ann Arbor-based Music Collective.
Dialogue Editor
KAMRYN THOMAS
Benjamin is a University of Michigan student majoring in Sound Engineering and minoring in Electrical Engineering and Business.
Composer
BENJAMIN BALAS
Sophia Georginis is a recent graduate from the University of Michigan holding a dual-degree in Communications and Film, Television, and Media within the screenwriting subplan. She originally entered college intending to go into journalism, but she found the Film major and paired that with her comedic nature to pursue a professional career in the world of comedy. Sophia will be beginning her career in entertainment at the United Talent Agency in Beverly Hills.
Writer
SOPHIA GEORGINIS
Jim Burnstein managed to beat the odds and make it as a successful Hollywood screenwriter without moving from his home in Plymouth, Michigan. Mr. Burnstein’s screen credits include Renaissance Man, the 1994 comedy directed by Penny Marshall and starring Danny DeVito; D3: The Mighty Ducks (1996-1997); and Love and Honor, the 2013 drama starring Liam Hemsworth, co-written with Garrett Schiff of Los Angeles.In 1995, Burnstein returned to his alma mater, the University of Michigan, to build one of America’s top undergraduate screenwriting programs in the Department of Film, Television, and Media. Born in Detroit, Burnstein and his wife Cynthia, a high school English teacher, have called Plymouth home since 1977. Their children Gabriel, Devin and Jacob are all University of Michigan graduates. Their granddaughter Remy is slated for the class of 2025.
Executive Producer
JIM BURNSTEIN
Joshua Knoller is a Cinematographer operating out of Los Angeles and Ann Arbor. Originally from Los Angeles, he has been actively working on various films and projects since he was young. His vibrant and intense love of visual storytelling pushes him to better himself at his craft, while also striving to tell complex and moving stories in a visually intriguing manner. Returning to Los Angeles, Joshua plans on both continuing his work as a cinematographer as well as working within camera departments in television and film.
Director of Photography, Camera Operator, Gaffer/Grip, Colorist
JOSHUA KNOLLER
Drew is the Supervising Editor and DIT on Weiner Police. Hailing from Berkley, Michigan, He enjoys long walks through Microcenter, salted-caramel ice cream, and using calculus to cut sex scenes. Drew is now working full-time at Switch Post in Royal Oak, MI.
Post Production Supervisor, Dolly Grip
DREW SCHILLER
Sophie Underwood was second assistant director of Weiner Police and is a rising junior studying Film, TV, and Media. She’s looking forward to running Sisters in Cinema next year, a student organization committed to the empowerment of women and minorities in the media industry.
Second Assistant Director
SOPHIE UNDERWOOD
Hayley Tibbenham is a musician, writer, actor, and director born and raised in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Hayley is a senior at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance pursuing a BMA in Voice Performance with a Minor in Creative Writing. She envisions an exciting future in the entertainment industry, and is deeply inspired by the stories we tell -- whether they are presented through music, film, or literature.
Producer
HAYLEY TIBBENHAM
Mitchell Salley is a student at the University of Michigan, pursuing dual-degrees in Film, Television, and Media and Communication Studies. Additionally, Mitchell is an actor for the stage, recently performing the roles of Romeo in “Shakespeare in the Arb” and Hamlet for the U of M Residential College. A native resident of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mitchell intends to pursue a career in cinematography following his graduation.
Assistant Camera
MITCHELL SALLEY
James worked as a member of editing crew to cut and trim Weiner. He is from Saginaw, Michigan but relates to the town of Weiner on a spiritual level. He plans on moving to LA to pursue a career in television
Digital Imaging Technician, Editor
JAMES SITARSKI
Alayna Rosenbaum is a recent graduate of the University of Michigan’s Department of Film, Television, and Media. She plans on moving to LA and pursuing her future as a creative.
Art Department
ALAYNA ROSENBAUM
Heather Schmidt is an Audio Engineer living in Ann Arbor Michigan having recently graduated with a degree in Performing Arts Technologies from the University of Michigan's School of Music, Theater, and Dance. She has interned with the audio post-production studio Bang Zoom! Studios based out of Burbank, CA. Heather also holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan, a MSSW from Columbia University, and a JD from Rutgers University.
Supervising Sound Editor, Dialogue Editor, Music Editor
HEATHER SCHMIDT
David Ward is a student studying Performing, Arts, and Technology at the University of Michigan.
Dialogue Editor