PRODUCTION TEAM
Director Princess Monique Filmz is a Los Angeles based television and film director, writer, and producer, and the founder of Princess Filmz Productions, a production company dedicated to developing bold, culturally resonant film and television projects. Known for her work directing in both television and film, she has built a reputation
Director Princess Monique Filmz is a Los Angeles based television and film director, writer, and producer, and the founder of Princess Filmz Productions, a production company dedicated to developing bold, culturally resonant film and television projects. Known for her work directing in both television and film, she has built a reputation for powerful storytelling and championing diverse voices in entertainment.
In addition to her directing career, she is the author of Hood to Hollywood: How to Stop Waiting to Be Discovered and Discover Yourself. She is also the host of the Hood to Hollywood podcast and the founder of Real Black Unicorns, an initiative focused on mentoring Black women directors and supporting young girls working on film sets.
Through her work across directing, producing, publishing, and mentorship, Princess Monique Filmz continues to expand opportunities for the next generation of storytellers while creating projects that inspire and entertain.
Producer Gabrielle Almagor is an award-winning producer and the CEO of Urban Tales Productions, with experience in packaging, development, post supervision, deliverables, distribution, and festival strategy. Raised in a 3rd generation Hollywood family, she spent her early years on sets, working alongside her father and learning from show
Producer Gabrielle Almagor is an award-winning producer and the CEO of Urban Tales Productions, with experience in packaging, development, post supervision, deliverables, distribution, and festival strategy. Raised in a 3rd generation Hollywood family, she spent her early years on sets, working alongside her father and learning from showbiz legends Dick Clark, Bob Barker and Chuck Barrish on television shows like American Bandstand, The Gong Show and The Price is Right.
Gabrielle strives to create emotionally moving and purposeful tapestries with her casting. She believes the story is everything and the art of filmmaking is both a creative process and a life journey. Gabrielle thrives in packaging and specializes in the glorious world of cast and finance. Hard work, kindness and honesty are the creeds she has carried through the last two decades in this industry.
Stars that Gabrielle has brought to the screen are: Nicolas Cage (Willy’s Wonderland), Britt Robertson, Amy Smart, Jaimie Pressley (The Re-Education Of Molly Singer), Anna Camp (Wisdom Teeth), Lucy Hale (Running On Empty), Dylan Sprouse, Virginia Gardner (Trigger Happy), Good Side of A Bad Man (Emile Hirsch, Harvey Keitel, Thomas Jane and Ashley Benson), Hounds Of War (Frank Grillo), The Locksmith (Ryan Phillippe, Kate Bosworth, Ving Rhames), The Doorman (Jean Reno, Ruby Rose), Peel (Emile Hirsch), Thirteen Minutes (Amy Smart, Anne Heche, Paz Vega), 1st Born (Val Kilmer) and dozens more; along with TV shows such as Michael Polish’s Bring on The Dancing Horses ( Kate Bosworth), Real Rob (Rob Schneider, David Spade, Adam Sandler - Netflix) and America (Rani Sa’ar, Morris Cohen- Israeli TV).
Gabrielle has also worked closely with Miles Teller and Sam Worthington.
Gabrielle teaches an American University of Paris graduate school module that she developed called Urban Tales: The Art of Documentary Filmmaking. Gabrielle spear-headed one student's film to The Academy Awards, student section, as a semifinalist.
Producer Bradley Evans is an actor and producer working across independent film, streaming, and digital series. He recently served as a producer on the feature Holiday Twist (2023), which received a theatrical release and is now available on Apple TV. As an actor, he is known for grounded, authoritative performances, with credits includ
Producer Bradley Evans is an actor and producer working across independent film, streaming, and digital series. He recently served as a producer on the feature Holiday Twist (2023), which received a theatrical release and is now available on Apple TV. As an actor, he is known for grounded, authoritative performances, with credits including Golden Gai (2025) and an upcoming independent feature in which he portrays a lead police lieutenant.
Evans is currently producing the independent feature film Alison, slated for production this summer in New Jersey. With a background spanning theater, commercial work, and independent film across multiple markets, he brings both creative and practical experience to character-driven storytelling and project development.
Creator and Producer Nikki Johnson is a Los Angeles-based character actor and filmmaker. She studied with the American Conservatory Theater (ACT) in San Francisco, and is an advocate for mental health.
Nikki is determined to share her family's story in hopes that what happened to them won't happen to another family.
Screenwriter and Producer Mara Lesemann attended Brown University and received a BA in Media Studies with a concentration in Screenwriting from the New School University in NYC.
Mara has written and produced two indie features:
Surviving Family stars Billy Magnussen (Game Night, Coup!) and Phyllis Somerville (Little Children, Stoker) in a
Screenwriter and Producer Mara Lesemann attended Brown University and received a BA in Media Studies with a concentration in Screenwriting from the New School University in NYC.
Mara has written and produced two indie features:
Surviving Family stars Billy Magnussen (Game Night, Coup!) and Phyllis Somerville (Little Children, Stoker) in a drama about the impact of alcoholism and mental illness on families.
Detours is a father/daughter road-trip comedy starring Tara Westwood (Plane, The Grudge) and Paul Sorvino (Goodfellas, Nixon).
Both movies are available on TubiTV, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and other streamers.
Co-producer Sherri Be Quiñones, M.Ed. PPS is a producer, actress, and California-credentialed professional counselor who holds a bachelor's degree in business and three master's degrees in Counseling and Education. Sherri's goal is to help reduce stress levels while increasing mental wellness through her artistry. Sherri has produced on m
Co-producer Sherri Be Quiñones, M.Ed. PPS is a producer, actress, and California-credentialed professional counselor who holds a bachelor's degree in business and three master's degrees in Counseling and Education. Sherri's goal is to help reduce stress levels while increasing mental wellness through her artistry. Sherri has produced on multiple projects and appeared on networks, including Apple TV and ALLBLK, NBC, and CBS as well as in feature films. She has also performed at Second City Hollywood, is skilled in both dramatic and comedic genres, and believes in using assigned project resources efficiently.
Sherri places emphasis on overall health and wellness, and invites you to come join the wellness fun on YouTube for her ChiCali "Do Something" 2-Minute Workout (c). Additionally, as part of her holistic wellness approach, Sherri has focused on community and diversity (DEIB) programs, where membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated and the NAACP support her integrated vision.