ABOUT THE FILMMAKERS

Raphael has been developing screenplays for the past five years for several Montreal based television and film producers. He has had the opportunity to gain production experience working on a couple of international co-productions working as a Producer’s assistant. In addition, Raphael has pursued the development of his own creative projects including “The Hermitian Penny”, which will be his first film to go into production.

Raphael is passionate about creating Canadian films that have universal appeal and his dedication and perseverance make him a valuable asset to this production team.

Working and creating for the film industry for twenty years, Jean and his company, D-Vision Productions, has developed skills connected to all levels of production. Recognized as an Art Director and Production Designer, he also brings experience as a 3D cg modeler, animator and video editor to the project table.

His exuberance and limitless creative energy makes his involvement on this project an undeniable asset. To view some of his work, click on the D-Vision Productions logo.

Born in Jerusalem, this young aspiring filmmaker developed an interest in filmmaking at the age of five in the Middle East. His passion began when he started using his father’s camera, and explored his ideas and talents by filming his family members during the turbulent times of war, an experience that has inspired and developed his creativity and sensitivity. After coming to Canada, Samer enrolled at Concordia’s Mel Hoppennheim School of Cinema and has worked as a producer and editor with several reputable companies in Montreal.

In January 2006, Sam completed his latest film, ‘The Piano Lesson’, which was screened at the San Diego International Children’s Film Festival and aired on Bravo! Television this past May.

Paul Baraka is a Canadian composer living in Montreal who explores several
forms and styles of music. His comprehension and his search of symbolism bring richness and depth to his music and concepts. For the last fifteen years, Baraka has been working as a multi media producer, composer, graphic designer and visual artist for the advertising, entertainment and web industry.
He also researched Tibetan harmonic chant, and Gregorian chants. He incorporated these indigenous forms of music into many of his music compositions and multi-media presentations, eventually being nominated for both a Gemini and a Gemaux Award. Having in mind integrating and expressing these musical languages to correspond to our modern society and to bring back some values of sacred music to the new generations.

In 2006, Baraka is carrying several projects including, a multi-media shows, Opera, documentaries, animation series and TV shows.

Danny Rossner, has been involved in film making for over twenty five years in a variety of capacities, including producer, co-producer, line producer, sales agent and consultant. Mr. Rossner headed Production and Business Affairs at Telescene and at Cinevideo Plus and since 1995 has been the president of various Montreal based production companies including SR Productions and CineVent. Among his impressive list of productions, are Genie award winners “Joshua Then and Now” and “Taming of the Demons”, and Emmy winner “War and Remembrance”.

Mr. Rossner brings a wealth of production experience and guidance to the production team.

Mr. Roman is committed to promoting the growth of Canadian film and music on an international scale.  Through his production company, CINE ROMAN, Mr.
Roman has produced such notable films as Ladies Room, starring John Malkovich and Greta Scacchi, and the 2004 Quebec box office hit Camping Sauvage. He is currently in development with several other feature length films, including Game One.

Mr. Roman brings 30 years of film and music production experience to this team.