Best Psychology in Film

After Sunset, the film written by Catherine Rogala and directed by Sean Harris, is about a woman named Angie who is struggling with her desire to have a baby but doesn't feel ready. Catherine is a New York-based SAG-AFTRA and AEA actor, singer, writer, and producer. A passionate advocate for gender parity in the arts, she is dedicated to producing women-driven stories. She is co-founder of Untamed Truth Studios, a production compan...

Candace D. Patrick is a writer, director, and producer who was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. She first became passionate about screenwriting in high school after her drama teacher encouraged her to apply to the Scriptwriters Network High School Fellowship Program, which she was accepted into. Participating in that fellowship led her to earn a Screenwriting degree from Loyola Marymount University, where she developed her voice...

Jaret Martino began his acting career at age six in theatre and has gone on to appear in TV / Film productions, including The Middle, Law and Order SVU, 30 Rock, One Life To Live, Modern Family, Teen Wolf, and national commercial campaigns for Mastercard, Usher & Lady Gaga's Tour Promo, Sonic, and T-Mobile.

Jaret studied at Fordham University and the Lee Strasberg Institute. Consistently placing importance on education, he cont...

“Una Carta a Mis Hijas,” shot in Queens, is about the realities of an undocumented mother living there, struggling to achieve the American dream as she writes a letter to her children back home. Her pains are universal, but they are more specific – Latinx, immigrant, poor, faithful, etc. These remarkable people are essentially the backbone of America, and this is often the price they pay. If we can’t reward them with greater opport...

Stacey Larkins is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and musician residing in the New York City metropolitan area. She has written, directed, composed, and edited several short films that have played in numerous festivals across the country. Her films have also been featured on Kweli TV, Shorts TV, and Aspire TV's Urban Indie Film Block. She has also written work for theater that has been produced by theatrical production companie...

From American Idol alum to trained actress and award-nominated filmmaker, Hallelujah Johnson is a visionary storyteller known for crafting bold, immersive, and unforgettable cinematic experiences. Her debut project, Breathe (An Animated Short Film), was nominated for a Guinness World Record and recognized for its innovative storytelling and cultural depth. Her most recent film, Sovereign (Animated Short Film), is scheduled to relea...

Andrés Mejia is the CHLI Video and Graphics Fellow, a highly accomplished creative professional who boasts a remarkable history of earning both national and international acclaim. He has secured prestigious grants and emerged victorious in competitive events spanning the realms of music, video production, and multimedia content creation. Andrés earned his Bachelor of Science in Writing from Towson University in 2023 and holds an As...

Candace D. Patrick is a writer, director, and producer who was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. She first became passionate about screenwriting in high school after her drama teacher encouraged her to apply to the Scriptwriters Network High School Fellowship Program, of which she was accepted. Participating in that fellowship led her to earn a Screenwriting degree from Loyola Marymount University, where she developed her voice f...