March 7, 2023
When it comes to unraveling the mysteries of sci-fi fantasies, every answer yields an entire galaxy of new possibilities. With each revelation, even more questions arise in a never-ending cycle that keeps us enthralled and engaged with these captivating tales. This is why our current month’s feature film, The Frame, has us in a thrall.
Directed by Jamin Winans, The Frame is about two strangers: Alex, a cargo thief, and Sam, a determined paramedic, whose lives collide impossibly. We know that sounds like a vague premise, but believe us: this movie is anything but straightforward. The creative minds behind The Frame have put together a profound story and talented cast to bring their vision to life. Get to know the talented cast and crew behind the film in this blog post.
Jamin Winans is the man behind the camera, the script, and the music of The Frame. With a mind for visual storytelling and a passion for exploring unconventional themes, Winans has been making movies for over a decade. His other works include Uncle Jack, Childhood 2.0, and the extremely popular feature film, Ink. Jamin has garnered critical acclaim for his unique storytelling style and thought-provoking concepts.
As the producer of The Frame, Kiowa K. Winans played a crucial role in bringing Jamin’s vision to life. With a passion for bringing indie films to life, Winans was a driving force behind Jamins’ most thought-provoking movies of the last decade. She is also married to Jamin, making this a unique collaboration between husband and wife.
David Carranza has had minor roles in a variety of TV shows going back to 2013 including Gotham, The Blacklist, and Mindhunter. David got his first feature film role in The Frame playing Alex. With a brooding intensity and a quiet strength, Carranza’s portrayal of Alex is the anchor that holds the story together.
Playing Sam, Tiffany Mualem brings a sense of vulnerability and strength to the character. Mualem has been starring in short films for almost a decade. Her role in The Frame is her first leading feature film role and she does not disappoint. With an amazing performance, Mualem brings a sense of humanity to the truly captivating story.
Cal Bartlett – Dying Old Man
Cal Bartlett is a veteran actor who has been in the business for over thirty years. He plays the dying old man in The Frame and brings a sense of wisdom into the film. He guides our protagonist, Alex, as he struggles with his own problems. Bartlett’s performance is subtle but he has a commanding performance in the movie.
Christopher Soren Kelly – The Mysterious Psychiatrist
Christopher Soren Kelly’s portrayal of the menacing psychiatrist in The Frame is an enigmatic one. He has worked with Jamin Winans before in the feature film Ink and he has a more mysterious role in The Frame that brings an edge to the movie. Kelly has also starred in many menial roles in films such as The Tangle and Infinity Chamber.
Kent Randell – The Pharmacist
Kent Randell has a very small role in The Frame as a pharmacist, but his history in the acting business is full of appearances in TV shows and short films. His most notable roles include reoccurring roles in Better Call Saul and Big Sky.
Megan Heffernan – The Secretary
Megan Hefferman collaborated with Jamin Winans in Ink where she plays a small, role as Naomi. She plays a similar role in The Frame except her role is more mysterious and memorable.
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