R. Michael Givens is a seasoned director, cinematographer, writer, and acting coach with over four decades of achievements in the entertainment industry. A master of visual storytelling, he has worked on more than 70 feature films and 1,000 commercials, collaborating with legendary directors like Ridley Scott. Givens’s artistic style, likened to Rembrandt and Caravaggio, merges classic artistry with modern innovation.

As a director, Givens brings a visionary approach to filmmaking, crafting immersive stories that captivate audiences worldwide. His dedication to creating emotionally resonant and visually stunning films has established him as a leader in modern cinema, pushing boundaries with passion and creativity.

Ben Kainz is the producing partner of Emily Sheskin and together they’ve created award-winning short films, feature documentaries, and commercials. Ben's latest project is the documentary feature, JESSZILLA, which premiered at Big Sky Film Festival. It won Best Picture and Best Documentary Feature at the Fargo Film Festival, Special Jury Mention at the Atlanta Film Festival, and the Documentary Committee Spotlight Award at the Indies hosted by Slamdance Group. Prior to that, Ben was an associate producer on the feature film OVUM, directed by Matt Ott. OVUM premiered at the Big Apple Film Festival where it won Best Feature Film. Ben is a member of the Documentary Producers Alliance, Film Independent, and Variable.