The Cast
Tara Jayn
Liz Jameson
Tara Jayn is a Los Angeles-based producer and storyteller whose work blends creativity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for impactful filmmaking. Her most notable project, Miss Brown, was accepted into the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival in 2023, showcasing her ability to produce compelling, high-caliber films.
In addition to Miss Brown, Tara has produced several award-winning short films, including Imaginary Friends, Social AnnXiety, and Panic Button. These projects, created with her longtime creative partner Natalie Lynch, highlight her talent for exploring diverse genres and delivering stories that resonate with audiences and critics alike. Tara’s dual experience as a producer and actor brings a unique perspective to her work, allowing her to approach every project with a deep understanding of storytelling and performance. Currently, she is focused on expanding into feature films, continuing to create bold, thought-provoking stories that inspire connection and conversation.
Natalie Lynch is an actress and writer best known for Panic Button (2018), Imaginary Friends (2017), and Social AnnXiety (2023), for which she won Best Actress at the 2024 Waco Independent Film Festival and Best Comedy Writer at the 2024 Kanab Film Festival. She got her first taste for acting in high school and has been attempting to make people laugh on stage and screen ever since. She recently moved to Utah and has embraced the vibrant Utah film scene, where she landed her first starring role in the feature Geronimo. Now, as she works toward making her own feature film, she and her bestie/ partner in crime, Tara Jayn, launched the podcast "We're Making a Movie" to document their journey as they take the big step from short filmmakers to the big leagues.
Natalie Lynch
Receptionist
Sam Manual
Buddy Fingland
Sam has been an actor and improv performer for over a decade. You can see him in the films “Driving While Black” and “The Backslide” as well as in episodes of TNT’s “Pearson” and Laff Mob’s “Laff Tracks.” resumes.actorsaccess.com/sammanual
Terry Li
Screaming Woman
Terry Li (she/they) is a Los Angeles based actor, makeup artist, and proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. Terry’s work can be seen in major commercials across the country, prestigious LA theatre stages, and in digital media, with over 4 million views on BuzzFeed. She is an ensemble member of the award-winning, Shonda Rhimes-sponsored IAMA Theatre Company. She won Best Actress at the Santa Barbara Independent Awards and is currently writing her debut short film. A 1st Generation Chinese American, she is fluent in Cantonese and Toisanese. Terry is represented by LEWK Management and Lemon Lime Agency. @ter.ryli // www.terryli.net
Ryan Self
Sven (Customer Support)
Ryan Self is a writer, producer, actor, and improv instructor in Los Angeles. He's proud to have worked in development at Warner Bros for several years and written for two seasons of The Tom & Jerry Show. He currently has three features and two TV shows in the works. He helped found Giant Improv, where he now teaches ongoing workshops.
Katie Self
Customer Service Hold Voice
Katie is an actor and singer born and raised in Los Angeles. She has performed with the likes of Josh Groban, Susan Egan, and Goofy, and hopes to one day be as famous as all 3 combined. Her most recent credits include “Goliath” and “The Flight Attendant.” www.katieself.com
Trish Rigdon
Mom
Tara’s mom! Trish Rigdon is the Managing Artistic Director of The Wimberley Players, where she oversees day-to-day operations and leads the artistic team in selecting plays, musicals, concerts, and films. A seasoned theatre professional, her career includes productions on Broadway, London’s West End, and national tours in the U.S. and U.K., along with extensive regional work. From 2003–2006, she served as Associate Director, Associate Producer, and Costume Designer for the Peter Hall Company in London. Her past roles also include Director of Theatre at Rice University, Executive Director of the Houston Cinema Arts Society, and Institutional Program Chair of Media Arts at The Art Institute of Houston. Trish holds a BA in Fine Arts from the University of St. Thomas and an MFA in Theatre from the University of Houston. Locally, she has directed Dracula, the Radio Play, It Had to Be You, and War of the Worlds for The Wimberley Players.