MEET THE TEAM
MEET THE TEAM
Daniel Andres Blanco is an award-winning director, actor, editor, composer, and writer from Palmdale, California. As a Colombian-American artist, Daniel is focused on continuing his work in creating and presenting unique, genre-bending stories about the Latinx experience in film and theater, typically focusing on storytelling through color, devised movement, reimagined Latin music, and dance. Daniel holds a BFA degree in acting from University of California, Santa Barbara, and most recently worked as an Emerging Professional Resident in Directing at Milwaukee Repertory Theater for the 2021-2022 season. Daniel has most recently directed Hidden in this Picture, by Aaron Sorkin for Milwaukee Rep’s Rep Lab 2022, Trumpus Caesar for UCSB, co-directed, The Home Project, in collaboration with On the Verge Repertory Theater, and has self-produced, written, acted in, edited, and directed the films, De La Luna, Del Sol: Part One, SORPRESAS: A Salsa Noir Film, the SBIFF Stay-at-Home Audience Favorite, EL CANTANTE, and the experimental horror-thriller-musical short, PROJECT CANALLA.
Keep up with him on instagram! @theandresblanco
Jorge Valencia is an independent filmmaker from Washington who pursues to help others bring to life the stories that matter most to them. With a background in film production from EWU, Jorge has contributed his insight to navigate new and experienced directors on set. Empowering directors to find their voice in the chaos. Jorge is also bilingual, assuring Spanish-speaking directors and crew members to feel understood. Such as in "Navida De Reserva" by Roberta Cumbianchera, which was filmed simultaneously between two countries.
Eduardo Jovanovic is a director of photography originally from Venezuela and currently splitting his time between Portland and Miami. He has worked with brands such as Walmart, RedBull, and Nestlé in the past as well as with artists such as Ruben Blades and Gilberto Santa Rosa and Camilo. Some of his work as a DP includes the music video "No Quiero Na'" by Samantha Sanchez, which has over 1 million views on YouTube. The horror short film "Night Shift" set in the 80’s from Director Karlee Boon and the thai-folk horror short film “Mother” from Director Anchitta Noowong. Eduardo is excited to make the audience laugh, scream and dance through the story of CANALLA.
Eviana Cruz is a creative producer, who kicked off her journey as a director, writer, and producer with her first short film, ORGULLO. With a background in photography and event production, she's also worked with tech companies like Snapchat. She enjoys working with dedicated teams to develop films, stylized shoots, activations and music videos. Her diverse experience fuels her passion for bringing untold stories to life.
Aubrey McGettrick (she/her) is a digital Marketing specialist, with experience in education and curriculum, and the Arts. As the Marketing & Communication Manager for Milagro Theatre, she took pride in planning and promoting events, organizing photoshoots, and connecting with artists. Aubrey most recently appeared as Lavinia in Speculative Drama’s production of Titus Andronicus, and worked as a voice and text coach with Great River Shakespeare Festival’s Professional Training Program. With a background in acting and voice and text coaching in theatre, Aubrey aims to build lasting relationships and uplift each individual’s unique voice through marketing. She can’t wait to help share the process and story that is CANALLA.
Instagram - @awe.brie
Reagan Runa (She/They) is a multidisciplinary artist working in fine art and film. After receiving an education in art and photography, their work has been featured in museums, films, galleries, and music videos. Reagan continues their artistic practice through various project with a focus on collaborative and narrative art. On film sets, Reagan often assumes roles in creative direction, set design, and art assistance. Latest projects include the feature film “The Way We Speak”, “Late to Moms Funeral”, and now most excitedly; CANALLA.
Lillian Hannahs (they/them) is a costume designer and draper currently based in Portland, OR. Trained in Costume with Textiles, they have a varied portfolio, with work that can be seen in film, theatre, opera, and advertising. They have worked as a draper for Portland Opera, the University of California, Santa Barbara, in costume maintenance at Colonial Williamsburg, and currently collaborate with several local apparel companies.
Bevin Victoria is an award-winning actor, dance choreographer, martial artist, vocalist, and writer. A life-long movement artist and athlete, with a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, Bevin holds multiple state, regional, and national championships. Combining her athletic background with more than 20 years of experience as a working actor, Bevin creates memorable performances both on stage and screen. She is currently the co-director of the fight choreography and stunt training collective Fights and Crafts, as well as a member of, and choreographer for, multiple dance ensembles.
SPONSORED BY
Michelle McGettrick
Humberto Blanco
Pablo Narvaez
Mari W Carr
Franky Gonzalez
Surinder Badyyal
Laura Braza
Michael Morgan
Alexa Lopez Gutierrez
Abbs Stoiber
Ashur Kanon
Annie Torsiglieri
Rebecca C Moreno
Alexandra Fajardo
Jake Ortega
Aaron Bernal
Blake Thompson
Anna Harder Muñoz
Adriana Rodriguez Burciaga
Sheila Correa
Michael McGettrick
Michelle McGettrick
Humberto Blanco
Alex G
Elizabeth McGettrick
Raquel Vides
Mateusz Kranz
Isabella Blanco
Surinder Badyal
Uriel Lomeli
Sara Rademacher
Joan Dunham
Billie Hassebrock
Irwin Appel
Madison Howard
Brandon Guzman
Julia R Sosa
Anna Harder Muñoz
Sharon Figueroa Argueta
Carlos Morton
Austen Bernal
Reed Flores
Ahlora Smith
Aaron Bernal
Christopher Tarver
Zakary Klein
Sharon Salgado
Hayley O’Toole
Joaquin Lopez
Mike Hernandez
Alix McGettrick
Risa Brainin
Thank you all for your support, and for helping make this dream come true.
Best,
Daniel Andres Blanco