Je Suis Liz Goldwyn
I study, write and speak about Sex, Health & Consciousness!
Occupation: Author,Artist, Researcher.
Instagram: @goldilocksg.
Where were you born?
Los Angeles, California.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I study, write and speak about Sex, Health & Consciousness!
Why do you do what you do?
I am forever interested in how humans can evolve, contribute and create community.
What inspires you?
The moon, music, water-coloring, hula hooping and love most of all.
Describe your personal style.
Eccentric Sexy Academic.
Your ultimate must-have.
Red lipstick.
What superpower would you have and why?
Time travel with an invisibility cloak so I could go back and buy real estate, art, etc. and not be burned at the stake for my modern ways ‘cause I’d disappear into my cloak.
What is next for you?
Sex, Health & Consciousness work coming soon...stay tuned!
Je Suis Irving Green
Just imagine all the things you could do, places you could go and people you could meet by walking in someone else's shoes at will.
Occupation: Actor & Writer.
Instagram: @IrvingGreenLA.
Where were you born?
Miami, Florida.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
When I work, creativity and imagination are in full control so it's always one hell of a ride!
Why do you do what you do?
I live to create and entertain. I honestly can't think of any other career that really feels as natural as being in the entertainment business does. Through all of the experiences in my life - the good, bad and otherwise - I know that one of the reasons things happen as they do is to allow me to use those experiences to be the most aware, open and unafraid in my acting. In the end, I do it because it truly cannot be avoided.
What inspires you?
Going to the movie theater inspires me the most. that is my earliest memory of wanting to become an actor. Now I couldn't tell you what I was watching, because I certainly don't remember. However, I do remember leaving the theater feeling like I was transported to another world for those couple of hours. Even now as an adult, going to the movies still gives me chills.
Describe your personal style.
I love clothes. So much! Our style is our primary introduction when we see people, especially meeting someone for the first time. So my style really just depends on how I'd like to be perceived that day. I'd say it ranges from slightly upscale to modern casual with one piece, be it the shoes or another accessory being the star of that particular outfit that day.
Your ultimate must-have.
My gaming systems. Mainly my Playstation 4. Oh gosh, it's like the ultimate immersive relaxing experience. #Overwatch. That and cheese! Mmmmm!
What superpower would you have and why?
Okay, first of all I'm a huge geek. I'm obsessed with Batman and the X-Men. So I'd have to say the ability to shape shift into anything by just looking at someone or something. Like Mystique. Just imagine all the things you could do, places you could go and people you could meet by walking in someone else's shoes at will.
What is next for you?
Currently slated for this year I have a film I'm starring in that shoots on the east coast that I’m very excited for. That along with my other creative endeavors such as my board game, Horror High, are really looking promising.
Je Suis Anna Rezan
My creations aim to focus on the positive side of life and to promote focusing in solutions.
Occupation:Actress, Filmmaker, Fashion Model, Singer
Instagram: annarezanhappy
Where were you born?
I was born in Athens, Greece. I currently reside in LosAngeles, Athens and New York.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
My creations aim to focus on the positive side of life and to promote focusing in solutions.
Why do you do what you do?
It all started when as a child in this industry, I wanted to make people laugh or to inspire and encourage them, as myself I was and still, I am inspired by other people, films, songs, art, etc. When it's possible and appropriate I aim to promote health, happiness, laughter, joy, love, self-discovery and success in life.
What inspires you?
The power of love and real life stories that led to self-discovery, self-improvement, solutions and joy.
Describe your personal style.
To begin with, I believe that we should dress up every day and not only for a costume party or Halloween if we feel like it! My style really depends on my mood, and to be realistic on my schedule...I love my casual moments and my dressy moments equally.
Your ultimate must-have.
A good, eh... a great mood! ah! and comfortable high heels!
What superpower would you have and why?
To live forever if I want to for the obvious reasons.
What is next for you?
My new song "Let there be Love" just came out and i m so excited: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wWSaymdyaE. I am currently directing "My People: Greek by birth, Jews by Blood" my first feature documentary on the story of the Jews of Greece during WW2. Acting wise, I’m on the new television series called "Open House" and in Asteris Kutulas new film. Thank you Joliegazette!
Je Suis Kelly Mason
I connect with the soul of my subjects to make large scale change.
Occupation: Mother/Filmmaker/Photographer/Social Entrepreneur.
Instagram: Mason1364
Where were you born?
Born in Canada, raised in Trinidad, in an Arab household from Syria.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I connect with the soul of my subjects to make large scale change.
Why do you do what you do?
For the joy of it.
What inspires you?
Everything that reflects beauty, love, creation.
Describe your personal style.
Casual sexy chic
Your ultimate must-have.
My morning smoothie.
What superpower would you have and why?
To speak every language so to give messages of love.
What is next for you?
To build plastic roads protecting children from harmful effects of silica laden road dust in their open air schools and releasing a documentary film about it. A story of love.
JE SUIS ARIEL SHEPHER-OPPENHEIM
Occupation: Writer, Director, Actor
Instagram: Shoppenheim
Where were you born?
I’m from Los Angeles, and I definitely grew up as a product of the television and film culture here. I studied playwriting at Yale, and then came back to LA to do more theater and film.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I think (well, hope) that my work always has a particular kind of playfulness to it. Though there are certainly more dramatic parts, I always try to have fun while I'm working, and I think that really comes out in the pieces.
Why do you do what you do?
It definitely comes out of a love of storytelling in general. I’ve always considered myself a reader and a viewer foremost (I love consuming TV, film, novels, you name it) and I think my desire to create comes out of a wish to participate, to be in conversation with the pieces I find inspiring or thought-provoking.
What inspires you?
Plenty of great movies and TV shows, but I’m also really influenced by art and music. Luckily LA has had somewhat of an artistic renaissance recently, and we’ve been getting the most amazing exhibits here. James Turrell’s retrospective at LACMA, Cindy Sherman’s recent exhibit at the Broad Museum, just being around a lot of those pieces made me want to rush home and create something.
Describe your personal style.
Tomboy-ish, with a silly edge. I’m almost always wearing very ridiculous socks. I have a rainbow-colored pair with giant pot leaves on them, which I really enjoy wearing. It’s very difficult to take yourself too seriously when you’re wearing rainbow-colored pot socks.
Your ultimate must-have. A book. Or an ebook on my phone. To be caught without that and stuck somewhere, entirely contentless, is a highly unsatisfying experience.
What superpower would you have and why?
I would want the ability to stop time. There are always about 40,000 things I would like to be seeing, reading, and creating at any given time. It would be awesome to have enough time to actually do all those things (for example, I’d love to finish, or more specifically, begin and then finish, any of those big Russian novels sitting on my bookshelf). And to take a freakishly long vacation without anybody noticing.
What is next for you?
Right now I’m writing on a new Netflix show called Llama Llama (which will be out next year). Once that finishes up, the plan is to go full-speed ahead to make the feature version of Fuck You From LA (you can check out the short at fuckyoufromla.com).
Je Suis Marianna Burelli
Film - "Because telling stories is the most powerful way I’ve found to connect to the world and to myself.
Occupation: Actor and producer
Instagram: mariannaburelli
Where were you born?
I was born in Caracas, Venezuela. At the age of 16 I won a scholarship to study The International Baccalaureate in Swaziland (Southern Africa). Once I graduated, I decided to travel along the African East Coast for about 6 months starting in Egypt all the way down to Cape Town. After that, I flew to England to audition for East 15 Acting School in London to study Contemporary Theatre. I was accepted into the course and 4 years later graduated with a BA in Contemporary Theatre. During my time in London, I was invited by The Song of a Goat Theatre Company to Poland (Warsaw) for a 6 week physical theatre intensive workshop based on Grotowski´s techniques. Back in London, I (together with 2 other friends) founded VIP Theatre Company from which our main show "Caviar & Chips" emerged. It was a 3 women comedy play that travelled all around Europe, including "The Edinburgh Fringe Festival", "The first English speaking theatre in Brugges" and several London venues. In 2010 I moved to Mexico City, where not only did I continue working in theatre but I also launched my career in TV and Film. To date I've participated in numerous movies in leading roles and have been a series regular in my 3 most recent TV shows.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I dig deep into the psychology of a character making it my own, until I understand her, root for her, although I as a person may not agree or empathize with her at all.
Why do you do what you do?
Because telling stories is the most powerful way I’ve found to connect to the world and to myself.
What inspires you?
Everyone´s call of duty; when what you do grows to be greater than yourself. Whether you are an actor, a writer, a Red Cross volunteer, a painter, a philosopher or a physicist I´m inspired when people are clearly an instrument from which a greater good develops, flourishes and ripples out.
Describe your personal style.
Relaxed and comfortable.
Your ultimate must have.
Sunscreen...spf 100.
What superpower would you have and why?
To remove dictators from a position of power. And by dictator I mean anyone who instead of serving their country takes advantage of their position to rip a country´s social and economic tissue apart.
What is next for you?
I´m currently filming "Paramédicos" Season 3 which will be followed by the world premiere of "How to get rid of your douchebag" on October 10th. I will also be shooting Season 2 of the Netflix Original "Ingobernable" at the end of this year.
Je Suis Jaime Zevallos
Occupation: ACTOR
Instagram: @jaimezevallos
Where were you born?
Lima, Peru
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I really look at the human element of everything and where my global point of view is in my work. I think my work can appeal to everyone.
Why do you do what you do?
Not sure yet. When I find out the logical why I'll be surprised. It's just something that I can do and feels right.
What inspires you?
People. Good hearted people.
Describe your personal style. As an actor I usually do drama but I love comedy and odd comedy at that. I have not been limited by my look and that's rare in Hollywood.
Your ultimate must-have.
A Paul Newman Vintage Rolex.
What superpower would you have and why?
I would be a cute dog for a day. They have the life.
What is next for you?
I just wrapped a movie called: The Summoning. It's a thriller I did alongside Eric Roberts based on real life events. It comes out this January; I'm very excited about this one.
Je Suis Nancy Spielberg
Occupation: Producer
Instagram: n/a
Where were you born?
Born in NJ, USA, but moved out west to Arizona when I was a baby.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I help capture stories of the unsung heroes among us, or those that were never acknowledged for their heroic efforts. Also, I produce films that hopefully will inspire, education, preserve our heritage and history.
Why do you do what you do?
I love story telling. I love the fact that there are so many incredible stories all around us. We just need to listen, open our eyes, and recognize that.
What inspires you?
My father who will be 100 in 2 weeks and always encouraged us to dream and be kind and explore, and my mom who is 97 and who encouraged us to be ourselves and chase our dreams.
Describe your personal style.
I’m a bit funky. Not the typical Jewish mommy! Cowboy boots and jeans are my uniform. i think I’m 18... Then I look in the mirror. Love to hang with my two daughters- Jessy Katz who is a singer and actress living in Tel Aviv, and Melissa Katz who is an equestrian and mixologist living in L.A.
Your ultimate must-have.
My doggy and coffee... and champagne... and nachos... I love nachos.
What superpower would you have and why?
Of course i would fly- I’ve always wanted to fly. Every child wants to fly- Peter Pan syndrome and- I want the superpower to eat whatever I want and never get fat.
What is next for you?
Lots of things: who will write our history is a documentary I’m exec-producing about the secret buried archives of the Warsaw ghetto. Also a feature film and putting together a film fund to help produce a slate of carefully chosen documentaries that help preserve Jewish heritage and culture.
Je Suis Philip Mason Hodges
Film Director
Occupation: Film director
Instagram: @philiphodges
Where were you born?
I was born in Washington D.C. and now live in LA.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
Combining my background in animation and sculpture, I’ve carved a niche in live-action puppet films.
Why do you do what you do?
I want to entertain kids and grownups alike, and remind them of the good in the world.
What inspires you? Childhood. I’m fascinated by stories about children that grow out of their shell to discover a new world.
Describe your personal style.
I’m evolving with each project, but I do recognize threads throughout my work. My music videos tend to be vivid and high energy, while my documentaries almost counter that in tone. My shorts have a whimsical feel, touching on the child inside the grownup. Focusing on puppets has kept my work light-hearted, though I explore larger themes within those stories.
Your ultimate must-have.
New Balance sneakers and a viewfinder.
What superpower would you have and why?
Summoning. I’d love to have the power to summon anything at any time; to realize my ideas in a flash would be incredible.
What is next for you?
I will be directing my first feature film, keep your eyes peeled for zombie puppets.
Je Suis Teresa Costantini
Actor, director, writer, producer
Name: Teresa Costantini, born Teresa Correa Ávila
Occupation: Actor, director, writer, producer
Instagram: @terecostantinifilms
Where were you born?
In Buenos Aires, Oct 9th, 1949
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
Telling stories, experiencing other worlds.
Why do you do what you do?
Necessity, happiness
What inspires you?
Life, nature, people, books, music, films…
Describe your personal style.
Relationships, any kind of Family, work. Things untold, Secrets, Careers, Pains, Happiness and Tragedy.
Your ultimate must-have.
Health.
What superpower would you have and why?
Eternity to see my grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow, and to talk to the one on the other side.
What is next for you?
A film on Tita Merello, a great woman and artist. Tango singer, actress, the expression of 20th century Buenos Aires.
I study, write and speak about Sex, Health & Consciousness!