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DEREK FREY
Filmmaker Derek Frey's passion for cinema was evident at a young age. Always feeling the need to entertain those around him, Derek's attention turned towards the camera in high school and college. While those around him partook in studies and socializing, Derek could be found wandering the halls at night with a video camera, creating his next off the wall production.
A suburban Philadelphia native and graduate of West Chester University in Pennsylvania, Derek began his professional career in the entertainment industry on the ABC sitcom The Faculty. He then assisted film director Tim Burton on Mars Attacks!, Sleepy Hollow, Planet of the Apes and Big Fish . Derek served as Associate Producer on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Corpse Bride and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. In 2009 Derek worked as Editor on the extensive book The Art of Tim Burton. Most recently he worked as Associate Producer on the box office hit Alice in Wonderland. Derek is currently working as Associate Producer on Dark Shadows and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter as well as Co-Producer on Frankenweenie. All three projects are scheduled for release in 2012.
     
Anyone that knows Derek understands why he always has a camera in his hand. By looking at the collection of work he has compiled, it is clear to see that he has the skill, creativity, and drive to show the world of what he is capable. From distinct directorial works such as The Day the Dolls Struck Back, The Upper Hand and Creep, to the bizarrely creative Sketch and Mr. Quiet, Derek is determined to entertain audiences with his exciting and unique style of storytelling. Aside from films Derek has created a number of music videos for Big Island band Technical Difficulties including Briny Deep, Jimmy and Summer. Derek teamed up with Philadelphia based comedic troupe The Minor Prophets for the creation of 4th and 99 which was accepted into the 2007 Festival De Cannes. Derek and the Minor Prophets joined forced again in 2008 with the creation of America's Game. In 2010 Derek directed The Curse of the Sacred Stone. The film was shot entirely in Hawaii and went on to be screened at festivals around the world, including the 2010 Festival De Cannes. That same year Derek directed the music video That’s What You Get for Scottish rockers The Mars Patrol. Derek's most recent directorial outing, The Ballad of Sandeep, marks his third collaboration with The Minor Prophets.
Derek's Complete Filmography:
Films-Director/Cinematographer/Editor
The Ballad of Sandeep (2011)
The
Curse of the Sacred Stone (2010)
Fear
Protocol (2006)
London
Madness (2005)
Sketch
(2000)
Bigfoot:
Encounter in Burbank (1998)
Captain
Crabcakes (1997)
Verge of
Darkness (1995)
Into Thin
Air (1994)
Music Videos-Director/Cinematographer/Editor
Tha's What You Get (2010) - The Mars Patrol
Summer (2008) - Technical Difficulties
Johnny (2006) -
Technical Difficulties
Jimmy (2005) - Technical Difficulties
Mr. Quiet (2004) -Technical Difficulties
Briny Deep (2003) -Technical Difficulties
Jungle (2003) -Technical Difficulties
Sex is Easier (2002) -Technical Difficulties
Cinematographer
Co-Producer
Frankenweenie (2012)
Associate Producer
Dark Shadows (2012)
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2012)
Assistant to Tim Burton
Production Coordinator
Production Assistant
The Faculty (1995) (ABC Productions)
   
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AARON TANKENSON
With creativity, artistic talent and a passion for film, it isno surprise that Aaron has utilized his skills in the entertainment industry. Joining Lazer Film Productions in 1997, he has proven a valuable asset to the creation of new and exciting projects. Making his introductory acting appearance in Sketch, Aaron went on to become everyone's favorite paranormal investigator, Dr. Nic Balitas in Bigfoot: Encounter in Burbank and UFO: The Burbank Chronicles. Now behind the scenes, Aaron has served as co-director/producer/writer on The Upper Hand , Creep and The Day the Dolls Struck Back!
Aaron Tankenson got his start working in visual effects and creature effects departments for feature films at various studios. Some of these projects over the years included: Godzilla, Armageddon, Pitch Black, and The Nutty Professor 2, Final Destination 3, Superman Returns, and 300. For the past 4 years, Aaron has worked as a recruiting manager at Sony Pictures Imageworks, and has been instrumental in bringing in the best and most talented digital artists in the visual effects and animation industry. While at Imageworks, Aaron has been involved in recruiting artist for over 20 Visual Effects and Animation feature film projects.
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MIKE McCARTHY
His roles have spanned the greatest of the Lazer Film Productions spectrum. From terrifying campus slaughtering werewolf, to two-headed prankster friend, Mike McCarthy has enjoyed a long and fruitful career with LFP. Beginning in 1991 with the shocking horror, "Silence of the Dolls" his abilities then took center spotlight in Moonfreak: Creature from Hell where Mr. McCarthy played the cranky roommate turned horrible moon beast. On the lighter side, who can forget his active role in the stolen wallet trilogy, topped off by the hilariously touching indoor drama Marooned in our Room. In a stunning reversal of character Mike played the good friend turned bad in Into Thin Air. Mike received rave reviews in 1995 when he played himself in the cult classic Verge of Darkness. After a 5 year hiatus from acting, Mike returned in the music video for "Technical Difficulties" hit single Sex is Easier. His comedic abilities were in high gear as the annoying title character in the 2006 music video "Johnny".
Mike currently lives in the Philadelphia area and works as a studio engineer at Range Recording Studios. He plays lead guitar in Meeting in the Aisle, a Radiohead Tribute Band, the trumpet and guitar for singer-songwriter Laura Shay, and guitar for hard rock band, Life Slides Down.
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KORY EDWARDS
Kory has lent his musical talents to The Curse of the Sacred Stone,Creep, Sketch:The Definitive Collectors Edition and The Day the Dolls Struck Back!. Kory was the lead singer for the electro/industrial band "Viktim". Upon his departure from the band, he relocated to Los Angeles in 2004 to pursue a career in electronic music. He is currently recording songs for his solo project "Rip In The Blindfold". You can catch Kory frequenting LA goth clubs drinking vodka with Russian super models.
Visit KORY'S OFFICIAL SITE to listen to his work.
KORY'S QUOTE: "A thousand lessons relearned - In mistakes I can’t hide - If I could just kill - The vultures inside"
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