DIRECTOR / WRITER / EDITOR / PRODUCER

Noah is a filmmaker and visual artist from Seattle. His films have appeared in national and international film festivals and indie cinemas. In 2023, Noah illustrated the novel The Golden Basement, available on Amazon. Noah is the co-director, co-writer, co-editor, co-producer, and co-cinematographer of the feature film Fantasy A Gets a Mattress.

IMDb.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER / PRODUCTION DESIGNER / WRITER

Safiye Rose Senturk is an editor, filmmaker, archivist, librarian, and businesswoman from Seattle. She has performed archival and library work at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Frick Collection, Gagosian Gallery, and David Yurman. Most recently Safiye produced and contributed to the production design on the feature film Fantasy A Gets a Mattress.

IMDb.

ACTOR (in the role of ERNIE)

Fantasy A is a real life Seattle urban legend. Sneakers on asphalt all day, he posters the city of Seattle down with his self-promoting fliers: AUTISTIC RAPPER. CAN’T BE STOPPED. Fantasy A is a rapper, actor, municipal employee, landscaper, and permanent Seattle street fixture.

Bandcamp.
IMDb.
Wikipedia.
Memoir.
Novel.
Play.

ACTOR (in the role of KRYSTAL BALL)

DoNormaal is a writer and a recording artist experimenting in morbid, emotional prayer.

Bandcamp.
Instagram.
Wikipedia.

WRITER / EDITOR / PRODUCER

David is a Seattle-based filmmaker and writer. He has written for The Stranger, The Seattle Weekly, Post Alley, and BlackPast.org. His cultural history of Bigfoot, Evergreen Ape, is available from Microcosm Publishing. His novel, The Golden Basement, is available on Amazon. Most recently David co-directed, co-wrote, co-edited, and co-produced the feature film Fantasy A Gets a Mattress.

IMDb.

ACTOR (in the role of REVEREND BRUCE)

David Russo is a filmmaker and artist based in Seattle. His film artworks Pan With Us (2003) and Populi (2002) both premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and have appeared in dozens of other festivals around the world, including Clermont-Ferrand, Telluride Film Festival, SXSW, and the San Francisco International Film Festival, among many others. Populi has been installed as a permanent media artwork at Qwest Field in Seattle. I Am (Not) Van Gogh, an environmental animation set amongst the crowds at the Bumbershoot Arts Festival, premiered at the 2005 Bumbershoot festival. Russo has received many awards and acknowledgements, including a Genius Award from The Stranger and recognition as one of Filmmaker Magazine’s 25 New Faces of Independent Film 2003.

Wikipedia.
IMDb.

ACTOR (in the role of BRONCO BALL)

Logic Amen is an artist, father, and educator. Amen has used his experience in media, music, and education to provide content for motivational speeches and workshops. In the area of media, he has published a magazine, created, hosted, and engineered a public television show, acted in roles for TV and video, and produced over 100 songs (several were used for his two albums and one for a music compilation released in 2001). He is currently producing shows for 91.3 KBCS radio.

Wikipedia.
IMDb.
Personal Website.
Soundcloud.

ACTOR (in the role of FABIOLA BALL)

Khamiyra James is a Seattle-based actor and an exciting new talent making her feature film debut as Fabiola Ball in CRYSTAL BALL! A fresh discovery, she brings a captivating presence to the screen and is poised to make her mark.

Facebook.

ACTOR (in the role of URTHONA) / ASSOCIATE PRODUCER

Tiny Vipers (Jesy Fortino) is a celebrated singer-songwriter and musician based in Seattle, known for her haunting, introspective soundscapes. With critically acclaimed albums such as Hands Across the Void and Life on Earth, released on Sub Pop Records, her work blends folk, ambient, and experimental elements, earning her a devoted following and praise from outlets like The New York TImes, Pitchfork and NPR.

In addition to her music, Tiny Vipers brings her creative vision to the world of film, co-producing and acting in CRYSTAL BALL! Her multifaceted artistry enriches the project, showcasing her talent both behind and in front of the camera.

Bandcamp.
Soundcloud.
Wikipedia.

ACTOR (in the role of HAMZA)

Daegen is a young up-and-coming comic from Seattle, WA. He has performed all around the country.

Instagram.
IMDb.

ACTOR (in the role of MAX SAXOPHONE)

Meet Aaron Billingsly—a Detroit native who now calls Seattle home. A versatile artist with talents in acting, voice acting, and animation, Aaron shined in a major supporting role as Zander in the acclaimed feature Fantasy A Gets a Mattress. Whether in front of the camera, in the recording booth, or behind the computer screen, he brings creativity and passion to every project he undertakes.

IMDb.

MARKETING / PHOTOGRAPHY / ACTOR (in the role of SILVERMAN)

Osato is a marketing professional, licensed stock broker, and photographer based out of Seattle Washington. Osato's portfolio showcases an eclectic mix of fine art and commercial work. He began his career while obtaining his bachelors from Seattle University, first working with various non-profit organizations including the Low Income Housing Institute, Food Bank at St. Mary's, and St. Vincent de Paul of Seattle/King County as a marketing intern. Osato has worked with various marketing firms whose clients include The Seattle Theatre Group, Paramount Theatre, Seattle Pride Parade, Seattle International Film Festival, Comic Con, and various music festivals including Bumbershoot and Sasquatch. He is also part of the Dr. Clean Productions marketing team and currently completing grad school for a MBA degree with a focus in global marketing and business management.

Photography Website.

ORIGINAL MUSIC

Brian Noyse-Watkins is a Seattle-based musician and the frontman of the baroque pop group Tomten. Brian composed music for the original soundtrack of Fantasy A Gets a Mattress and is contributing new compositions to the soundtrack of CRYSTAL BALL!

Bandcamp for solo work.
Bandcamp for Tomten.

ACTOR (in the role of GÜRBÜZ)

Ramazan Senturk is a businessman, entrepreneur, and actor starring as Gürbüz, the owner of the Crystal Ball! nightclub. In real life, he is the owner of Dog in the Park, a beloved gourmet hot dog business in Seattle with three locations.

ACTOR (in the role of SAD EYED O)

Omari Taylor is a musician, social worker, and actor starring as Sad Eyed O in Crystal Ball!. He is the lead singer and guitarist of Rending Sinew, a band known for its raw intensity and atmospheric sound. When not making music or acting, he dedicates his time to social work, bringing the same passion and empathy to his community as he does to his art.

Website.

ORIGINAL MUSIC

Bug Bus Piano is Jake Vandervloed. Born in 1991 in Seattle and doesn’t live there anymore. Likes drawing and making some small music, sometimes practicing animation. Rides the bus every day. Shouts out to the 36, 60, 48, & 43. South Seattle/ C.D. what's up!

Bandcamp.
Soundcloud.
Personal Website.

ACTOR (in the role of BRISKET)

Jerome is a writer, director and dreamweaver based in Seattle. He is currently working on a short film, Buddy Nuggs, which he conceived of while paddle-boating Green Lake during a lighting storm.

Website

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT / ACTOR (in the role of PARKER)

Profit Prison (Parker Lautenschlager) is a Seattle-based music artist whose work fuses Italo darkwave, DeathNRG, and Pacific Northwest post-punk into a sound that is both haunting and electrifying. With releases on acclaimed labels such as Avant! Records and Hospital Productions, Profit Prison has become a standout voice in the synthpop and darkwave scene, crafting songs that are as emotionally evocative as they are sonically immersive. He has received critical praise from CVLT Nation, Post-Punk.com, and New Noise Magazine.

Bandcamp.
Soundcloud.

ACTOR (in the role of BARUCH BEN-YAHWEH)

Ready Ron Beats (the Rocket Launcher aka Chinatown's Greatest Mystery) is one of the most underrated local hip-hop producers in the Seattle area for over 20 years. He produces hot instrumental beats for local artists and promotes shows, showcasing new and veteran rappers, R&B singers, and spoken word poets. Don’t be surprised if one of the members of his music company TAKEOVER MUSIC COLLECTIVE is the next to put Seattle hip-hop back in the worldwide spotlight.

Takeover Instagram.
Ready Ron Instagram.

ACTOR (in the role of ROLLER MUMMY)

Miles "39" Stanberry is a Seattle-born multi-ethnic multimedia artist, guerilla filmmaker, witchdoctor, and restaurateur. He is the Chief of Circle at the non-profit Crossroad Circle, lead vocalist of the band Planet 39, and co-founder/co-owner of Moon Village Bakery. Drawing inspiration from a rough upbringing, Miles uses his work to advocate for social justice, including environmental justice, racial equality, gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and poverty elimination, both in his art and through the operation of his small business.

Moon Village Bakery.

ACTRESS (in the role of ELIZABETH)

Elizabeth is Fantasy A’s friend and former co-worker.

ACTOR (in the role of BOOMBOX)

Tony is a DJ, musician, and rapper in Seattle, Washington, originally hailing from Casper, Wyoming.

Facebook.

ACTOR (in the role of CROW MAN)

Jeff Ferrell is a filmmaker, director, producer, musician, actor, and author known for his distinctive voice in horror cinema. He has written and directed four feature films: Ghostlight, Dead West, Holiday Hell, and The Demonatrix, all of which have been picked up for worldwide distribution and are available on popular streaming platforms like Tubi, Vudu, and Amazon Prime. Currently, Jeff is in production on The Demonatrix, a horror feature blending supernatural and psychological elements.

YouTube.
IMDb.
Instagram.

ACTRESS

Lisa Ransopher is a holistic care advisor, as well as an owner/operator of Soul Solutions—a small business specializing in hand-poured artisan candles. Lisa made a memorable supporting appearance in Fantasy A Gets a Mattress and continues to bring warmth and authenticity to every project she’s part of.

ACTOR (in the role of LOUIS)

Louis is a design/build artisan of things large and small, working in the northern Ozarks. He played the role of Louis the straightedge bartender in Fantasy A Gets a Mattress and will return to the screen in CRYSTAL BALL! with his unique presence.

ACTOR (in the role of GUSTAVO)

Chris is a native of the Pacific Northwest. He is a writer, stand-up comedian, and also has a love for music and DJing. His ultimate passion is bringing joy and inspiration into people’s lives. Chris played group home manager, Glenn, in Fantasy A Gets a Mattress and continues to explore his creative interests both on stage and in front of the camera.

Facebook.
Instagram.

ACTOR

Charles Poekel is a filmmaker and cinematographer known for his work in independent cinema. He made his directorial debut with Christmas, Again (2014), a feature inspired by his personal experience working at a Christmas tree stand in New York City. The film premiered at the Locarno Film Festival and Sundance Film Festival, and was nominated for a John Cassavetes Award at the Independent Spirit Awards. Poekel is currently the interim chair of film at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle and serves as the director of the Bainbridge Island Film Festival.

IMDb.
Wikipedia.