Meet the Crew

Nathan Samdahl

Producer

Nathan spent the last decade at Paramount Pictures, mostrecently as VP, Development and Production at Paramount Players. While there, he developed and oversaw the hit horror film SMILE, as well as the Rebel Wilson-starring SENIOR YEAR (which Players made for Netflix) and post on the acquisition ORPHAN: FIRST KILL.

Previously, in Paramount’s main film division, Nathan worked on a range of genre films, including A QUIET PLACE, PET SEMATARY, OVERLORD, and Alex Garland’s ANNIHILATION, as well as larger tentpoles including SNAKE EYES: G.I. JOE ORIGINS, JACKREACHER: NEVER GO BACK, and STAR TREK BEYOND.

Born in Sydney, Australia, Nathan grew up in the Seattle area before moving to Los Angeles, where he began his career working in the feature literary department at APA. From there, his first role at Paramount was in the lower-budgeted genre division Paramount Insurge, where he worked on films including 10 CLOVERFIELD LANE. He is currently an executive at Sony Pictures.

Suzanne DeLaurentiis

Executive Producer / Producer

Coming from a synonymous name in Hollywood filmmaking, producer Suzanne DeLaurentiis has earned a reputation as one of the hardest-working women in the industry. Over her 45-year career, she has been involved in more than one hundred productions. Suzanne’s artistic endeavors have earned her numerous awards and accolades, recognizing her remarkable contributions to cinema.

In 2006, Suzanne's independent production of 10th &Wolf, a gripping mafia drama, showcased her ability to tackle ambitious projects with finesse. At the time, the film stood as one of its era's most expensive and impactful independent films, further elevating her reputation as a trailblazer in the industry.

A well-known philanthropist, Suzanne dedicates much of herspare time to veteran charities, raising awareness for those who have served their country. Her program, Operation Hollywood, trains veterans to have careers in the entertainment industry. Her commitment to the cause earned her two civilian medals from the United States military: the Commendation Medal in 2010 and the Saint Maurice Award in 2025, further highlighting her unwavering dedication to the service of others.

Recently, she has also worked closely with the MendezNational Institute of Transplantation Foundation, where she donated her time and services to produce projects that raised awareness.

Suzanne DeLaurentiis is a creative force, an ardent advocatefor independent filmmakers, and a compassionate philanthropist—a multifaceted talent whose impact on the entertainment industry and beyond continues to inspire and uplift.

Andrew Carlberg

Executive Producer

Named by Variety as one of “Hollywood’s New Leaders,” Andrew Carlberg is an Academy Award-winning film, television, new media, Broadway, and Los Angeles stage producer. Andrew’s extensive credits include, but aren’t limited to, ABC’s Castle, DirecTV’s Full Circle, Broadway’s Romeo and Juliet and Side Show, the Neil LaBute penned feature films Some Girl(s) and Dirty Weekend, actress Jennifer Morrison’s feature directorial debut Sun Dogs (Netflix 2018), and the 2018 and 2021 Official Sundance Selections The Blazing World.

Carlberg also produced Skin, which won the 2019 AcademyAward for Live Action Short Film, and Feeling Through, which was nominated for the 2021 Academy Award for Live Action Short Film.

Andrew is a graduate of the University of North Carolina atChapel Hill, a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Producer’s Guild of America, an alum of Film Independent’s Fast Track Producing Fellowship and New York’s Independent Filmmaker Project, and an event producer for the I Have a Dream Foundation – Los Angeles and the National Breast Cancer Coalition.

Nicole Mendeze

Executive Producer

Nicole Mendez is a distinguished producer, creator, and philanthropist whose work sits at the intersection of storytelling

and social impact. With a background as a licensed marriage and family therapist, she joined the Mendez National Institute of Transplantation Foundation (MNITF) in 1995, where she identified critical gaps in awareness surrounding end-stage renal disease and kidney transplantation.

Driven to create meaningful change, Nicole developed and produced the award-winning series Fixing Paco and Linked By Love, using powerful, human-centered storytelling to bring visibility to patients and donor journeys.

She recently co-wrote and co-produced the feature films The Christmas Chain and A Heart Full of Hope, both of which highlight the life-saving potential of kidney donor chains—innovative systems that create ongoing opportunities for donor-recipient matches.

Nicole currently serves as Executive Producer on Boatlift 9/11, a special project commemorating the 25th anniversary of September 11th. The film not only honors heroism in the face of tragedy but also raises awareness of the long-term health impacts—including kidney disease—affecting many survivors.

Dale Fabrigar

Director & Producer

Dale Fabrigar is a versatile and accomplished independentfilmmaker celebrated for his innovative storytelling and striking visual style. Beginning in theater and music videos, he transitioned into feature filmmaking, producing and directing award-winning projects across multiple genres.

His notable works include the heartfelt dramas Lonely Boy(2013), 100 Yards (2018), Middleton Christmas (2020), and The Christmas Chain (2024), as well as thrillers like D-Railed (2018), starring Lance Henriksen, which earned over 50 awards, including Best Director.

He also co-wrote, directed, and produced the IFC hit Area 407 (2012) and the creature thriller They Crawl Beneath (2023), distributed by Well Go USA. On television, Fabrigar has written, directed, and produced acclaimed series including Very Frightening Tales, Suzanne’s Saturday Night Scares, Changing Lives, On All Fours, and the Amazon hit Pet Doctors of Atlanta.

Currently, he is part of the development team for two epic true-life films: Boatlift, an untold story of 9/11 heroism, and Triangle, written by the late Oscar-nominated screenwriter Stephen Rivele. Across all his work, Dale remains dedicated to telling impactful, emotionally resonant stories that explore the strength and vulnerability of the human spirit. He is also passionate about collaboration, co-directing, and mentoring emerging filmmakers, fostering the next generation of storytellers.

Tricia Aurand

Screenwriter

Tricia Aurand is an award-winning screenwriter, media critic, and podcast host with a growing portfolio of acclaimed work. Her screenplays have received recognition at festivals and competitions worldwide, and she currently has multiple scripts in production and development.

Tricia has been a frequent collaborator with Oscar nomineeStephen J. Rivele (Ali, Nixon), working together on severalhistorical screenplays and biopics, including Triangle, ExchangeAlley, and Lt. Ramsey’s War, a limited series based on the truestory of WWII hero Edwin Price Ramsey. Her produced feature films include TheChristmas Chain (2024), They Crawl Beneath (2023), and MiddletonChristmas (2020), which received special recognition at the Donate LifeHollywood Awards.

Beyond screenwriting, Tricia is the co-author of TakingFlight: The Nadine Ramsey Story, the biography of pioneering female fighterpilot Nadine Ramsey, published by the University Press of Kansas in 2020. Her second nonfiction book is currently in development.

Online, Tricia is a writer for popular YouTube channels Lessonsfrom the Screenplay (1.5 million subscribers) and Wisecrack (3.1million subscribers). She also co-hosts Beyond the Screenplay, a top-100Film & TV podcast on iTunes and Spotify. Tricia lives in Los Angeles, where she continues to develop impactful stories for the screen and beyond.