MEET THE CAST
Character: Miguel
Derek McLaurin, born in New London, Connecticut on May 4th and raised in Newport News, VA, is currently living in New York, NY. He was inspired to leave his hometown to explore the city culture and pursue his passion for acting. Upon arrival he quickly found work both behind and on camera and collectively can be seen in Dark Seed, The other side of the coin & The colors of love and has worked production in the show Celebrity Apprentice. Derek's exposure to film culture inspired him to begin writing his own screenplay's . He will continue to thrive in the entertainment industry as he pursues his love for acting, and continues his journey through the scripted arts writing his screenplay. In the near Future you can expect to see him in several upcoming Film & Television Productions
Character: Mabel
Rhode Island 2012 Miss Puerto Rico pageant winner, Maria Betance, was born and raised in the city's capital of Providence. Pain Love & Passion will be her first time film appearance. Her objective is to continue pursuing acting, being involved with pageants, & continuing her college studies to further her education. With many awards, both academically & on the stage, she strives to never loose an opportunity when they present themselves. An eighteen year young lady that states "My biggest challenge is me," for she still has a lot of growing to do and challenges to conquer.
Character: Sheena
Alexis Diaz has always been a natural born Actress. From the start of a young age she had participated in plays and competed in talent shows. Always driven she had attended Temple university in Philadelphia, where she received her Bachelors of Arts Degree in theater. One day while attending the Broadway show Rent she asked one of the cast members "how did you know that this is what you were meant to do?" and the Actress replied with it's in my blood. At that moment her friend nudged her and said "It's in your blood." ,"I will always remember that day, because it felt so good to hear someone say what I believed to be true." Diaz has been taking her dream to the next level by appearing on t.v. shows, doing voice overs and now moving on to Movies. With Endless possibilities Alexis Diaz is truly a rising star.
Character: Ray
Victor Landol is a working performer and Native New Yorker from Queens, NY who
wanted to Perform since the age of 12. He was nurtured as a performer with the love
and guidance of his mother and Grandmother. At the age of 25 he studied intensively
under the tutelage of his teacher Mr. Kevin Wilder with his intense acting Musical
theater workshop, STAGES. There he further honed and prepared as an all around and
competent performer, and fell deeper in love with performance as a whole. Victor more
recently has been apart of the various productions of The Ujamaa Black Theater created
by the Late Titus Walker and now helmed by his son Tajmal Walker, as well as being
apart of The Urban Chase Actors group and Loco Motives Improv Group Recent Credits
include: Haraya’s The Color Purple at St. John’s University, The Ujamaa Black theater’s
production of Please Don’t take my Rhythm and Blues, and Ty Low Productions “For
the love of money”. Every time I step on stage or in front of a camera I feel immense
gratitude for where I’ve been where I am and where I am going”… I Love you Grandma.
wanted to Perform since the age of 12. He was nurtured as a performer with the love
and guidance of his mother and Grandmother. At the age of 25 he studied intensively
under the tutelage of his teacher Mr. Kevin Wilder with his intense acting Musical
theater workshop, STAGES. There he further honed and prepared as an all around and
competent performer, and fell deeper in love with performance as a whole. Victor more
recently has been apart of the various productions of The Ujamaa Black Theater created
by the Late Titus Walker and now helmed by his son Tajmal Walker, as well as being
apart of The Urban Chase Actors group and Loco Motives Improv Group Recent Credits
include: Haraya’s The Color Purple at St. John’s University, The Ujamaa Black theater’s
production of Please Don’t take my Rhythm and Blues, and Ty Low Productions “For
the love of money”. Every time I step on stage or in front of a camera I feel immense
gratitude for where I’ve been where I am and where I am going”… I Love you Grandma.
Character: Ms. Hernandez
Natasha Missick is an Actress, Improvisor, Writer & Singer-Songwriter. She's also a native New Yorker, an Advocate and a Libra. She graduated from Barnard College with a B.A. in Urban Affairs and a Concentration in Sociology and studied acting at HB Studio, short-form improv with the Red Tie Mafia, and long-form improv at Upright Citizen's Brigade (UCB) and at The Magnet Theatre. She recently graduated from a Stand-Up Comedy class with David La Barca at Gotham Writer’s Workshop, and has begun venturing out to open mics around town to put her newly acquired skills to work. She performed in Bronx Paradise, a feature, which has won multiple awards at festivals. She's also performed in a variety of shorts, including her own “Ethnic Chicks” and “bEdBuGs”, where you can hear her original songs. You can find out more at www.youtube.com/natashamissick.
She also asks us to be sure to mention that she's single & she likes pretty boys.
She also asks us to be sure to mention that she's single & she likes pretty boys.
Character: Dr. Davis
Born to Jamaican immigrants in the Bronx, NY, Scott Neufville moved to Boston in 1993, the same year in which the sudden fame and success of his cousin Renee, co-founder of the R&B duo 'Zhane,' would inspire him. In Boston Scott would earn a Bachelors degree in Film and Broadcast from Boston University, but after earning his Masters from Northeastern University in the year 2000, Scott would finally make the bold decision to fulfill a lifelong dream; to pursue a career in acting. As it was for most New England-based minorities aspiring to act in films during the early 2000s, the beginning was considerably difficult. "It was hard back then..." said Scott. "It was a struggle just to get work as an extra in student films." But with faith and determination learned from his years in school, and in the ring as an amateur boxer, Scott Neufville managed to level the playing field inspite of the odds. In addition to growing critical acclaim, Scott has so far appeared onscreen with the likes of Kevin James, Matthew McConaughey, Christina Milian, and Jimmy Jean-Louis. Several films in which Scott will soon appear include Beyond Measure Production's 'The Last Shot,' and Bway 7 Production's 'Beyond Control' with Mike Starr and Fred Williamson, but his films 'Walls Have Ears,' 'Si Se Puede,' and 'The Green Card' are already in distribution. 'Walls Have Ears' and 'The Green Card' can be purchased at www.indieflix.com while 'Si Se Puede' can currently be purchased at www.amazon.com. With the continued cultivation of his talent, and stockpiling of promising projects, SAG-eligible actor Scott Neufville shows no sign of backing down in his quest for success in the film industry despite its notorious reputation for being very difficult to break into.
Character: Aimee
Tiff Roma is a recently graduated from The City College of New York with an undergraduate degree in a combined concentration of Theater and Public Relations. She has performed in a variety of short independent films and college productions. Since transitioning into the professional acting world she has completed two Off –Off Broadway shows including Something Outrageous and Sexual Chemistry 911. She loves and participates in other aspects of performing arts such as burlesque and improv. She believes passion is contagious and looks forward to what the future may bring.
Character: Mark
Alexi Almonte was born in the Dominican Republic. At the age of five, he and his family moved to Providence, Rhode Island, where he has lived since. He graduated from Hope High School and is currently pursuing a degree in Human Biology at Brown University. He has always been an entertainer, but it wasn’t until quite recently that he decided to take a leap and pursue his passion for acting. Alexi started acting at the Perishable Theatre, and since then has worked in the Park Theatre, and in the Mixed Magic Theatre.
Character: Valerie
Dominican Republic born Dahiana Torres moved to the United States when she was seven years old. Residing in the small state of Rhode Island, she graduated from Central High School. Her education continued at Dean College, in where her theatrical performances launched along with Emerson College in Massachussetts. After obtaining her AA in the arts, she kept pursuing her education to receive her Bachelors in communications & theatre at Rhode Island College. While attending, she interned for the Rhode Island Broadcasting System (RIPBS), and performing theatrically at local and repertory theaters. She now resides in the New York City area pursuing her career in both acting and directing.
Character: Jasmine
Miriam Morales, of Puerto Rican descent, explored her passion and enhanced her endowment attending The American Academy of Dramatic Arts followed by training in Los Angeles with TVI Actors Studios. While continuing her training she earned a BA in Communication & Media Studies from FordhamUniversity at Lincoln Center, with a concentration in Television & Radio, and a minor in Latin American& Latino Studies. An industrious and professional actor, she is consistently studying and refining her craft. Morales is well trained and experienced in theater and film, having recently made her TV debut in Law & Order: SVU and will be seen next in Unfaithful: Stories of Betrayal airing on the OWN Network.
For more information on Miriam visit: www.themiriammorales.com or http://www.imdb.me/miriammorales
Character: Drug Dealer
Leland Bernard Martin is a budding new actor bringing a great deal of talent and a fresh zeal to the entertainment industry. He hails from the small town of Willingboro, New Jersey. As a child Leland possessed the ability to mimic whatever he saw, even from an early age he showed a great talent to entertain. Leland has now found a new ambition in the form of acting and entertainment. His desire is to create and be a part in telling stories that will uplift the human spirit and provide hope for all those watching.
"Excellence is my way of Life" - Leland Bernard Martin
