Langley
Cornwell
Theatrically trained, Langley is known for portraying self-assured, educated, stylish women often with unexpected secrets. A veteran character and improv actor as well as an established voice over talent, she spent many years in professional theater before transitioning into television and film acting. A true nature-lover, Langley is committed to environmental issues and she's a devoted animal advocate.
Jeff
Corpening
Jeff Corpening is a Writer, Director, and Editor with decades of work in corporate, broadcast, and cable television. Known for his multiple short films, including the award-winning Compassion trilogy (2019/2020), Corpening graduated from the University of Miami school of film at a time when they were still cutting celluloid. He currently teaches filmmaking and video production to high-school youth and is producing films in the Atlanta area.
Ryan
McVey
Ryan McVey is a US Marine and also worked Fire/Rescue for over 10 years. Ryan is an Actor, Stunt Performer, Producer, and Safety Rep. He is best known for his TV roles in Covenant (AMC) and Judge Me Not (AllBlk), and films After The Fall, The Big Daddy, and has an upcoming role in Port City. He has also worked on big budget productions such as Project Artemis (Apple), They/Them (Peacock), and Emergency (Amazon)
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Dr. richard
tavernaro
Dr Tavernaro has lived several lives, so to speak, first as an officer in the US Army then as a high school counselor/swim coach, a psychologist in private practice and finally coming into the film industry in 2010. Aside from being a working actor, he is also an award-winning Writer, Director and Producer and is a member of the Producers Guild of America. Dr Tavernaro is the founder and executive director of the Cobb International Film Festival, now in its tenth year, and owner/executive director of the international filmmaking competition “Film Racing”. Dr Tavernaro does several things for local indie filmmakers, including hosting a monthly “Indie Film Night” at the Strand Theater on Marietta Square and is currently collaborating with a long-time friend to create a new streaming platform called “MiniFlix”, which is specifically for short films, which are typically overlooked by mainstream distributors.
Kaitlynn
Graham
Kaitlynn Graham was born in Georgia on June 4, 2003. She took acting classes in High school. She also takes classes from her mother actress Regina Curtin. She plays young Mary in the film “ Broken Vows” and she did a play this year along side very talented actors. Kaitlynn also enjoys painting and drawing. Her amazing sense of creativity brings life to every role she tackles.
Ann
robb
Ann Robb brings a lifetime of diverse experiences to the stage and screen. Raised by an artist, she spent part of her childhood in Guadalajara, Mexico, where she learned Spanish, performed regional dances, and developed her love of singing. After returning to Southern California, she embraced its beach culture before later pursuing a successful career as a business executive and coach while raising three children.
Drawing on those life experiences, Ann has portrayed a wide range of memorable characters in productions including The Dixie Swim Club, The Stuff of St. Petersburg, Ten Dollars, A Symmetry, Bipartisanship, The Persian, Good Help Is So Hard to Murder, and Stevie Sliders. Now dedicated full-time to acting, she continues to study her craft and lives with her husband in Savannah, Georgia.
Dr. joseph frew-miller
Joseph Frew-Miller, PhD has been teaching for 30 years and much of that has been with theatre and tv production. He is NATIONALLY certified in TV Production and Broadcast Journalism, holds a PhD from FSU in Comprehensive Vocational Education, is an FAA certified drone pilot, and accomplished stage and screen performer. His credits include productions of Les Miserables, Hairspray and It's A Wonderful Life as well as film credits in Second Samuel, Brother's Keeper, and Haunted Mansion.
He started this festival with just one film and a few dedicated students. He can show you a blueprint to organizing your own festival from the ground up.
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Photo Credit: Valeria Tannuzzi
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Christina
Mansfield
Christina Mansfield is an independent filmmaker, storyteller, and visual artist dedicated to creating films that entertain, educate, and inspire change. A film student at the New York Film Academy and a policy student at Walden University, she combines filmmaking with leadership and public policy to amplify overlooked voices and address important social issues.
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For more than six years, Christina has written, produced, and directed independent films exploring mental health, substance abuse recovery, homelessness, environmental conservation, cultural heritage, and healthcare education. Her work has earned Official Selection honors at film festivals in New York and internationally. She has also worked on Hallmark productions and performed in community theater in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Since 2011, Christina has served in government, focusing on behavioral health, volunteerism, and community outreach. She was named one of Liberty County's Top 10 Under 40 Community Leaders and has received numerous military and organizational achievement awards.
