MISSY’S VOICE CREW
•Karen Goeller, Writer, Co-Executive Producer: Karen Goeller began her film career in 2012 and has since worked on more than 100 film, television, and commercial productions. A long-time member of NY Women in Film & TV (NYWIFT), she has worked both in front of the camera and behind it, taking on roles as Script Supervisor, production assistant, writer, and producer.
As a writer, Karen has distinguished herself with three award-winning screenplays—Escape Artists, Best First Dates…NOT, and the feature-length Missy’s Voice. Her ability to create compelling, character-driven stories has earned recognition in festivals and competitions nationwide.
In addition to screenwriting, Karen is the author of 20 published books, ranging from gymnastics and fitness to children’s literature. As a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and long-time gymnastics coach, she has also presented for the NSCA, USA Gymnastics, USECA, and the Chamber of Commerce.
Karen’s diverse background includes studies in physical therapy, health sciences, business, and law, along with training at the NYPD Police Academy, where she reduced her Brooklyn accent. That led to a refined voice and presence for film roles as lawyers, teachers, and psychologists.
Her expertise has led to numerous appearances on television, radio, and podcasts, along with producing her own podcast series. Always open to new collaborations, Karen continues to expand her creative reach through writing, film, and live events.
•Joseph Gawalis, Producer, Director: Joe is an Award Winning Filmmaker, Consultant, Best Selling Author & Host of the “Live Your Dreams Show”. Joe has a global reach of over 6.2 million viewers and his show is in the top 1.5% of Global Ranking Podcasts.
He has officially hosted shows at the prestigious 2024 Sundance Film Festival founded by Cinema Icon, Robert Redford along with covering and reporting live and filmed production from the event. Joe has recently covered and hosted shows at the 2024 SXSW Festival in Austin Texas along with the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City.
A member of I.D.C. Entertainment, a full service production company that has taken numerous films from development, through post-production, into distribution and more. His unique approach to modern day marketing, utilizing social media, finding and engaging target audiences along with a traditional approach has landed films on the top list of iTunes.
His films have been promoted on or in such networks and publications as Fox 5 NY, Yahoo Finance, Examiner, and NY 1. They have been distributed on or in stores that include: Starz, Peacock Network (NBC), Target, Best Buy, Walmart, Tubi, Amazon, Google Play, PlayStation Network, Dish TV, Direct TV.
Joe is also a proud recipient of the Drug Free Hero Award, for his community service and bringing awareness to the drug pandemic throughout New York City and the North East.
He has been sponsored by such brands as Nordstrom City Creek and Blackmagic Design
•Chris Victor: Co-Producer and Actor best known for Live Your Dreams Podcast with a global reach of 6.2 million. Chris is aslo known for Uninvited for the Holidays , and Bare Knuckle Brawler. And Chris can be seen on camera on Live Your Dreams Podcast, Cocoa, Gravesend, The Runner of Pamplona, Snitches, and All My Children among others .
•Tim Reeves: Co-Producer, Cinematographer, Camera Operator, See Tim’s brilliant camera work on Cocoa , Bare Knuckle Brawler, and Live Your Dreams Podcast. Tim also served as Producer on . Bare Knuckle Brawler, Memoirs from the Streets of New York, Breaking Point, and Around Every Corner
•Steve Gal, Steady-cam Operator, Owner Du All Camera
• Tony Green, Sound
•Anila Bilbili, HMU (Hair and Makeup)
•Alison DeVito, Wardrobe
MISSY’S VOICE CAST
•Bruna Novais as Missy
Bruna has been active with musical theater and is breaking into the film industry with a lead role. She is also known for Elsbeth.
•Braxton Paul as Laura
Braxton is known for her roles as Cammy on the PBS Kids show, Tiny Time Travel (2023), and Little Girl in the Off-Broadway play, Misty. Braxton plays the role of “Lisa” alongside Tracy Morgan in the upcoming CBS sitcom, Crutch. She’s appeared in numerous commercials and print campaigns for top producing brands both nationally and internationally. Braxton enjoys playing soccer as well as gymnastics, cheerleading, and dance.
•Eva Jette Putrello as Lisa
Eva is known for Armageddon Time (2022), FBI: Most Wanted (2020) and Monsterland (2020).
•Alexis Martinez as Tracy
Alexis has great acting skills and is breaking into the film industry with Missy’s Voice.
•Margot Beresh as Anna
Margot is known for Missy’s Voice, Chicago Med (2015) and Swayed (2023).
•John Bianco as Anthony (Missy’s Grandfather), a seasoned actor, writer and director. He is most recognized for his portrayal of Gerry Torciano in HBO series “The Sopranos” He’s had many other recurring roles on network TV, such as Law and Order, Special Victims Unit, Daredevil, and Gotham. He has an upcoming role as Petey Pepsid, a Capo in the Guardo Crime family, which is a new spin off of Dick Wolf’s Law and Order “Organized Crime” Some of his film credits include, “The Irishman”, “The Brooklyn Banker”, “Friends and Romans”, and “Clean.”
•Chris Victor as James (Missy’s Father), is a seasoned producer and actor best known for Live Your Dreams Podcast, Uninvited for the Holidays, and Bare Knuckle Brawler.
•Francesca Ruscio, as Aunt Poppy, was Miss Philadelphia under the Miss America Organization and served as a local ambassador for Children’s Miracle Network hospitals. She has professionally studied music for over 15 years and is a trained classical singer. Her film credits include Bare Knuckle Brawler, Made in China Town, and Bound by Debt.
•Michele Frantzeskos as Mrs. Johnson, Michele is an award winning Producer, Director, Writer, and Actress, best known for her film, The Right to Live, awarded audience choice award. It was distributed and released worldwide on Amazon Prime. She was Director for Just Be Yourself , a short film and received Best Director. Michele was a Producer for Bare Knuckle Brawler, starring Martin Kove, Danny Trejo, William DeMeo. And is the Producer for Gravesend Series, working alongside Creator, Writer, Director William DeMeo;. Gravesend stars William DeMeo, Chazz Palminteri, Andrew “Dice” Clay, Armand Assante, Fran Drescher, Martin Kove, William Forsythe, Sofia Milos, Mario Cantone, and Shaquille O’Neill.
•Andy Letke as Piano Player, and is the composer for the soundtrack along with Gene Hale III. Andy is known for Uninvited for the Holidays, Missy’s Voice, and Cocoa.
•Gene Hale III Co-producer and Composer of soundtrack with Andy Letke.
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