The following is a list of what just some of our graduates have been doing. If you would like to let your fellow alumni know what you've been up to, be sure to submit your own class note to be published on the web and in the Tisch Newsletter.
Board Member of American Cinema Editors. Recently completed editing the feature, "Thick as Thieves" starring Morgan Freeman and Antonio Banderas. Credits include "The Big Picture", "Forbidden Zone", the pilot and series for "John From Cincinatti", "Deadwood".
Robert Kizer was the ADR Supervisor on the films "Meet Dave" and "X-Files: I Want to Believe." In June, 2008, he was admitted as a member of the Sound Branch of the Motion Picture Academy.
Web Site: www.hobiesheroes.com
Steven Montgomery recently re-released his first documentary film in the DVD format "Hobie's Heroes - 25th Anniversary Edition." In 2007, the "Hobie's Heroes" was awarded the Mention D'Honneur at the 25th Milano International FICTS Festival in Italy.
Dan has produced (and sometimes directed) programming for PBS, FOX, HGTV, Discovery, New England Sports Network, NBC and others. Produced TV spots, for national or regional clients clients, from Ringling Bros., BMW, MedImmune and National Sea Products.
Web Site: www.myspace.com/statonrabin
Staton Rabin's new novel, The Curse of the Romanovs, will be published by Simon & Schuster/McElderry Books on July 1, 2007. Advance copies will be available starting December 2006. Her previous novel, BETSY AND THE EMPEROR, is being developed into a feature film. The film will be directed by Patrice Chereau and Al Pacino may star as Napoleon Bonaparte.
Nicolas Falacci is the co-creator and executive producer of ''NUMB3RS'' on the CBS network.
Currently the Editor and Associate Producer of the documentary "You Must Remember This: The Warner Bros Story. written and directed by Richard Schickel and narrated by Clint Eastwood.
Director of Production at Harmonix Music Systems. She was the Senior Producer of "Rock Band", the music video game which allow gamers to perform music from the world's biggest rock artists with their friends.
Adam recently directed the feature film FORMOSA BETRAYED. He is also directing television episodes of PUSHING DAISIES and HEROES.
John leads a succesful practice in Systems and Software Integration consulting for Media and Entertainment at National Teleconsultants.
I am now seeing creative professionals in my private practice. My background in entertainment makes me a good fit for those who want to start, jumpstart or "tweak" their creative and professional lives. Never settle for less than the best!
Web Site: erikklein.tv
Erik Klein, a veteran editor/producer for over 15 years, has contributed his editing style to many commercials, promos, documentaries, news, daytime talk shows, corporate videos, reality television projects and more.
Web Site: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnBGplhtkoI
Leslie wrote a heartfelt jingle for her 15 year old red Honda. She has sung on a few major jingles years ago. Take a look and pass the link on to anyone who may be interested. "Kinda Fonda My Red Honda" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnBGplhtkoI
Web Site: chaoticsequence.com
Writer, Director, Feature film "Caleb's Door" - recently licensed to Around The Scenes, indie distributorWriter, spec script "The Investigator" - recently optioned by 21st Century Foy, indie production companyLine producer and production manager.
Web Site: http://www.AdamReese.com
Currently a screenwriter and independent computer consultant in Los Angeles. Former network technician at a financial services company. Former writer of music reviews for Entertainment Today. Production Coordinator on Fear & Clothing (independent DV feature).
Currently producing THE HEAVEN PROJECT, starring Paul Walker and Piper Perabo.
Web Site: www.elcafedelupe.8m.com
Recently concluded a 15 minute short film (35 mm) titled El Cafe de Lupe which has participated in more than 15 international Film Festivals (Calcuta, Chicago, Marseille, Chile, La Habana, Ourense, among others)
Michael Nash was recently appointed as a Federal Investigator at the U.S. Department of Justice. Mike recently returned to DOJ after working for over four years as an Investigator in the Office of Investigations/Office of the Inspector General.
Reena is currently living in the midwest and is developing several treatments and scripts for a documentary, a feature length screenplay, a dramatic series for television and a reality series.
Web Site: www.myreelonline.net/petrakorner
Director of Photography - Local 600. Recently wrapped "The Informers", starring Kim Basinger, Billy Bob Thornton, Winona Ryder, Mickey Rourke. Was DP of 2 features in competition at Sundance 08, one of which, "The Wackness" won the Dramatic Audience Award.
Joshua Brentano is currently the Series Producer for the daily live men's variety TV show, Attack of the Show, on G4 (formerly TechTV). He and 00 Michael Steinbach are in the festival circuit for their short, Placebo, starring 02 Jason Ritter.
Web Site: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0599217/
Since moving back to Los Angeles Leo has been working as a Location Scout and Manager in various productions including "Dexter - Seasons 1 & 2" (TV), "Big Love - Season 2" (TV) and "Four Christmases" (feature). He is currently working on "24 - Season 7"
Since Graduation, Daniel has been working as a producer and line producer. His films, "God's Forgotten House" and "Day Zero" just came out on video, and "The Alphabet Killer" will be released in theaters in January.
