Olivia Macklin and Dylan McTee are set to lead Paul Etheredge’s paranormal parenting thriller “Psychopomp” alongside Shawnee Smith, Avangeline Friedlander and Lily D. Moore.
The horror will spotlight Macklin and McTee as a couple who foster a “mute orphan” (portrayed by Friedlander). The child, however, has endured a calamitous past that will haunt the family.
“This act of love turns to horror when they find themselves besieged by a terrifying entity intent on destroying this newfound family from within,” reads the film’s official logline.
Macklin is best known for her role as Madre in the television miniseries “The Young Pope.” Additionally, she has starred in “Pretty Smart” and “Christmas Always Finds Its Way.” She’ll be seen next in Richard Lagravense’s “A Family Affair” led by Joey King, Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron.
McTee hails from Mike Pr. Nelson’s “Wrong Turn” and the TV series “Roswell,...
The horror will spotlight Macklin and McTee as a couple who foster a “mute orphan” (portrayed by Friedlander). The child, however, has endured a calamitous past that will haunt the family.
“This act of love turns to horror when they find themselves besieged by a terrifying entity intent on destroying this newfound family from within,” reads the film’s official logline.
Macklin is best known for her role as Madre in the television miniseries “The Young Pope.” Additionally, she has starred in “Pretty Smart” and “Christmas Always Finds Its Way.” She’ll be seen next in Richard Lagravense’s “A Family Affair” led by Joey King, Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron.
McTee hails from Mike Pr. Nelson’s “Wrong Turn” and the TV series “Roswell,...
- 7/26/2023
- by McKinley Franklin
- Variety Film + TV
“Cha Cha Real Smooth” and “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” are among the recent honorees of the Ruderman Family Foundation’s Seal of Authentic Representation, Variety has learned exclusively.
The Foundation recognizes films and television series that include authentic representation of people with disabilities. Vanessa Burghardt, an actor with autism, plays Domino’s (Dakota Johnson) autistic daughter Lola in the comedy-drama film “Cha Cha Real Smooth.”
“From the moment the film’s creator, Cooper Raiff, saw Vanessa’s audition, he knew instantly that she was our Lola. No one could deny her talent but authenticity was important to everyone, so Cooper changed the script to age up the character and that was the end of it. Looking back, I cannot imagine another person playing Lola,” said producer Jessica Switch in a statement. “Vanessa was perfect. She was extremely professional and sweet on set. She nailed every take and always came prepared.
The Foundation recognizes films and television series that include authentic representation of people with disabilities. Vanessa Burghardt, an actor with autism, plays Domino’s (Dakota Johnson) autistic daughter Lola in the comedy-drama film “Cha Cha Real Smooth.”
“From the moment the film’s creator, Cooper Raiff, saw Vanessa’s audition, he knew instantly that she was our Lola. No one could deny her talent but authenticity was important to everyone, so Cooper changed the script to age up the character and that was the end of it. Looking back, I cannot imagine another person playing Lola,” said producer Jessica Switch in a statement. “Vanessa was perfect. She was extremely professional and sweet on set. She nailed every take and always came prepared.
- 10/19/2022
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
The Crown Media family of networks continues to develop their inclusive programming.
Color My World with Love does what Hallmark does best: It shares an inspiring love story in which delightful characters overcome obstacles to find great love.
What's different about Color My World with Love is that it features two leads with disabilities: Lily D. Moore and David Desanctis.
Lily and David both live with Down Syndrome. They also share a love for acting. Lily has been on Never Have I Ever and Single Drunk Female, while David previously starred with Kristoffer Polaha in the feature film, Where Hope Grows.
Color My World with Love features two romances. Lily and David play Kendall and Brad, who have a deep affection and blossoming love for one another.
Erica Durance stars as Lily's protective mother, Emma, who has spent her life keeping Lily safe and free from pain. When Lily shows interest in Brad,...
Color My World with Love does what Hallmark does best: It shares an inspiring love story in which delightful characters overcome obstacles to find great love.
What's different about Color My World with Love is that it features two leads with disabilities: Lily D. Moore and David Desanctis.
Lily and David both live with Down Syndrome. They also share a love for acting. Lily has been on Never Have I Ever and Single Drunk Female, while David previously starred with Kristoffer Polaha in the feature film, Where Hope Grows.
Color My World with Love features two romances. Lily and David play Kendall and Brad, who have a deep affection and blossoming love for one another.
Erica Durance stars as Lily's protective mother, Emma, who has spent her life keeping Lily safe and free from pain. When Lily shows interest in Brad,...
- 6/11/2022
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
‘Color My World With Love’: Lily D. Moore & David DeSanctis on Groundbreaking Hallmark Movie (Video)
Lily D. Moore and David DeSanctis are bringing a groundbreaking love story to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. The actors star in Color My World With Love, premiering Sunday, June 12 — a story that centers the experiences of people with Down syndrome. In the movie, single mother Emma (Erica Durance) is fiercely protective of her daughter, 22-year-old Kendall, who Moore says is “independent and wants her mom to let her grow up.” Kendall is a talented artist who paints in the impressionist style. Her life changes forever when she meets Brad in a cooking class and they fall in love. Brad, as described by DeSanctis, is independent and responsible with a “good sense of humor and fun-loving.” Unlike Lily, he lives on his own and works in a T-shirt shop. Brad lost his parents in an accident years prior, which prompted longtime family friend Nic (Benjamin Ayres) to step in and help Brad when he needs it.
- 6/9/2022
- TV Insider
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