DON SCARDINO
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DANA L. WILLIAMS
PRODUCING and CREATIVE TEAM
Painted Guitar-Executive Producers
Painted Guitar is the brainchild of Don Scardino and Dana Williams. Together they produced plays and musicals at Playwrights Horizons in NYC and most recently the feature film A Break In The Rain. They also produced Our Almost Completely True Love Story, which has racked up prizes at festivals around the country and is now available for streaming on Apple, Amazon Prime, and most major platforms. Our aim is to produce television and film projects that present positive stories and provide uplift in these challenging times.
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Gina Maria Leonetti-Executive Producer
Gina Maria Leonetti is an accomplished producer. Her work reflects a versatile career in film, and with A Break in the Rain she continues her commitment to developing distinctive, character-driven stories for the screen.
Silent Crow Arts-Producers
Silent Crow Arts is a New York-based, boutique television and film production company founded in 2006, known for creating authentic, entertaining content across various genres including narrative, non-fiction, and documentary programming. The company focuses on developing and producing high-quality content with world-class talent, serving a range of networks and clients by emphasizing creativity and integrity in its projects.
FourthMan Productions-Producers
FourthMan Productions is hubby and wife team, Jordan and Elizabeth Richard (pronounced the French-Cajun way). They have spent their careers telling stories for theatre, TV and film in New York City. They are invested in arcs of redemption and the aesthetic unexpected.
Sam King - Producer
Sam King studied TV, Film, and New Media at San Diego State University before moving to New York City where she began her career in filmmaking. After working as a Production Assistant on many projects ranging from independent films to major television shows, Sam began helping friends and colleagues bring their passion projects to life, working as an Assistant Director, Associate Producer, and Unit Production Manager. 'A Break in the Rain" marks her first feature as a Producer. She is now focusing on expanding her producing work, as well as directing her own projects.
Christopher Santiago - Line Producer
Christopher Santiago is a producer whose work spans independent film and shorts. His credits include Negrón: A Tennis Short (2017), Assholes (2017), Grown (2023), and the feature A Break in the Rain.
Mathew Clark, ASC – Director of Photography
Mathew Clark, ASC is an acclaimed cinematographer known for blending technical precision with emotional storytelling. His credits span hit features and television, including 30 Rock (Emmy-nominated), Late Night, Pitch Perfect 3, and the Netflix comedy Set It Up. Most recently, he brought his signature visual style to Disney’s highly anticipated Freaky Friday sequel. Clark’s work is marked by versatility, artistry, and a commitment to capturing the heart of every story.
Matthew Bennett-Producer/Editor
Matthew Bennett began his career as an actor in New York City, appearing from 1986 to 2003 in numerous acclaimed productions including the original Broadway casts of Floyd Collins, Titanic, Blood Brothers, Amour, and Radio Gals, as well as Anne Bogart’s Marathon Dancing and the long-running Off-Broadway production of The Fantasticks. With collaborator Sean McCourt, he co-wrote the musical Ten Years Apart and the play Badger Country. He also appeared in film and television with credits in Law & Order, Law & Order: SVU, and Remember WENN.
Transitioning behind the camera, Bennett founded Silent Crow Arts, where he has served as executive producer, director, and showrunner on a wide range of television specials, pilots, and series. He is credited with creating the first modern “after show” format with After the Catch for Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch. In addition to his extensive television work, Bennett is an editor and producer on the feature film A Break in the Rain.
Tim Mann-Producer
Tim has produced premier entertainment and sporting events since the mid-eighties, with highlights including After the Catch (Discovery), AutoRox (Spike TV), The World Culture Open (Lincoln Center), The Tony Awards (CBS), Hardrock Rockfest (MTV), The Olympic Games GM Entertainment Pavilion, The USO Comedy Tour (Comedy Central), The 1996 Olympic Games Vignettes Series (NBC), and the NBC syndicated series Portrait of A Teacher. He has developed sports and event coverage for everything from motor sports to professional wrestling. Tim is the Executive in Charge of Production with the boutique production company, Silent Crow Arts.
Kevin Ladson- Production Designer
Kevin Ladson is an accomplished production designer and prop master whose career spans film and television. His extensive credits include iconic features such as Unbreakable, Signs, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, along with celebrated television work on 30 Rock. Known for his ability to create immersive visual worlds that support both story and character, Ladson brings decades of expertise and artistry to every production.
Janet Foster - Casting Director
Janet Foster, CSA has been casting for over 35 years. At The Huntington, she recently worked on The Light in the Piazza, The Triumph of Love, The Grove, Sojourners, Leopoldstadt, Toni Stone, and The Band's Visit. Eight years at the American Conservatory Theatre included working with directors Carey Perloff, Mark Lamos, Mark Rucker, Annie Kaufmann, Loretta Greco, and many more. Her career prior to ACT was in NYC with nine years at Playwrights Horizons, first as assistant and then as casting director. As a freelance casting director, she has worked in Broadway, Off Broadway, Off Off Broadway, film, TV, and many regional theaters. Film/TV/Radio: Tracey Ullman Takes on New York, The Deal, The Day That Lehman Died (Peabody, Sony and Wincott Award winner), T is for Tom (WNYC and WQXR). Podcasts: Life/After (GE Theater); Passenger List (BBC, Webby Award). Awards: two Artios nominations.
Christopher Swartout - First Assistant Director
Christopher Swartout (born 1963 in Winter Park, Florida) is a first assistant director and director. He is known for Babygirl (2024), A Break in the Rain, Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (2011), and The Switch (2010).
Cassie DeFile-Costume Designer
Cassie DeFile (she/her) is a costume designer and wardrobe stylist for theatre and film/TV based in Kingston, New York. Cassie typically works in and around the Hudson Valley area. Cassie earned her MFA in Costume Design from the University of California Irvine, and is a member of both IATSE Local USA 829 and 764 TWU. Cassie has experience as a Costume Designer, ACD, Shopper, Costume Coordinator, Wardrobe Supervisor and Key Costumer.