Born in India and raised in the Middle East, Natasha Maria George is a filmmaker based in Toronto, Ontario with a strong foundation in post-production. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, she spent four years working at the digital agency 22 Feet Tribal Worldwide (DDB Mudra, Omnicom Goup) in their in-house production team. During her time at Humber she has not only written and directed her own films, like the short documentary Head First, but has also worked on multiple projects as a picture editor, script supervisor and casting director. This movie is a love letter to the roller-coaster of a relationship Natasha has with her dear parents and she hopes audiences have as much fun watching it as she did making it.

Ricky Dong (b. 2003), was a film student at Humber’s Film and TV Program, when was approached with a sudden proposal. “Produce? A short film?” He thought. “I would love too” he thought silently in his mind, scurrying away without any verbal confirmation. Thus, Now Is Not a Good Time was born. With a love for being thought of as reliable, Ricky finds comfort in embracing the many facets of production work that turns most others off, from putting out fires, to enjoying the esteem from other people’s hard work. Self-described as a jack of all trades, and still exploring his place in the world.

Anne Huynh was the assistant director on Now Is Not A Good Time. This further developed her skills in organization, problem-solving, and creative collaboration. With a background in art and design, She have always been passionate about exploring different forms of artistic expression. Now expanding her expertise into film, she brings a versatile skill set, adaptability, and enthusiasm to every project, eager to grow and take on new opportunities in the creative field.

Ethan Carey is a student at Humber College Polytechnic, currently in the final year of his Program. Passionate about cinematography and the entire filmmaking process, from post-production to the final product, Ethan aspires to be part of a team that brings films to life.
He has gained experience through various small productions, including projects within his school's curriculum and independent opportunities secured through networking with small production companies. Ethan is eager to continue learning, expanding his knowledge and experience in filmmaking while building connections within the industry. His long-term goal is to direct his own script, pitch it to a well-known production company, and create a film that resonates with a large audience.

William Robotham is a growing filmmaker based in Toronto, Ontario. Dedicated and passionate about his craft, William is currently completing his Advanced Diploma in Film and Television Production at Humber Polytechnic, with expertise in cinematography and post-production. William has developed his skills as both a 1st AC and Camera Operator working on a number of short films in the camera department. He continues to approach each project he undertakes as an opportunity to learn more about the filmmaking craft and honing his skills as a cinematographer and picture editor.

Growing up in Ho Chi Minh City, Khoa is inspired by the constant hustling of the city which turns into his passion for street photography in the early days. Then, he pursued a formal education at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (2021) in Digital Film and Video. With the hope to take his career to the next level, Khoa moved to Toronto and worked as a freelance camera assistant and cinematographer. Khoa's work can be found in a number of genres such as narrative shorts, documentaries and TV commercials.

Laura Valencia Cruz began her artistic journey at Northview Heights Secondary School, where she participated in the CYBER Arts program. It was during this time that she developed a passion for translating art into film. She currently studies Film and Television Production at Humber Polytechnic and has gained experience in various production roles. Notably, Laura has contributed as an art and production designer for Now Is Not a Good Time and served as art director for Deliverance and Brushstrokes of the Past. She also directed her first documentary, The Wagon Master, which was selected for two Toronto Lift-Off festivals. While she has explored various roles in the film industry, her primary focus is on commercials, particularly in sports advertising, where she hopes to develop her career.

Jessica Bruno has the adaptability towards sudden change and pressure, she is a leader when an opportunity is presented, has excellent organization & people skills, along with a professional attitude & language. Jessica Bruno is a young, independent woman inspired to become a producer, and production designer in media for film and TV Production. From a young age Jessica was always recording herself or other people since the day she learnt how to use her father's old DSLR. She would get her cousins and friends in on small iMovie shorts she would make on her iPod and later in 2020 would start posting little videos on YouTube of herself during the quarantined months of Covid. Jessica knew she wanted to go into film and TV since she was 14 years old and has been working her way into the industry starting with acting in community theaters and acting lessons at Armstrong. She has a deep passion for storytelling and will stop at nothing to achieve her dreams and have her passions become a reality.

Aliyah’s passion for filmmaking was ignited by the films she watched in her youth, inspiring her to pursue a career in sound recording. As an aspiring sound recordist, she thrives on the problem-solving aspects of location sound recording and enjoys the dynamic atmosphere on set. Her goal is to work efficiently and capture high-quality recordings that enhance the storytelling experience.

Nishant grew up in Cochin and then spent 7 years in Bangalore as a freelance videographer and editor, before moving to Toronto in 2022 to pursue his passion for filmmaking. In 2024, Nishant directed and mixed “The Witness” (2024), which was nominated for best student film at the Alternative Film Festival (2024), nominated for best film at the Couch Film Festival (2024), and was selected to be screened at the Toronto Horror Indie Festival (2025). As a third-year film student, Nishant has had the opportunity to take on roles like the Location Sound Mixer, Supervising Sound Editor, ADR/Foley recordist and Post Sound Mixer on multiple projects as well as Director on a PSA Production. Nishant is also a videographer at the Humber Arboretum. 

Jack McLaughlin, a 20-year-old filmmaker from Bradford, Ontario, has emerged as a promising filmmaker. He has a passion for storytelling through film which began in high school. After deciding that his love for filmmaking was not just a hobby, Jack enrolled in Humber College's Film and Television Production, where he honed his skills, leading to the directorial debut that explores the lives of volunteer firefighters. Jack proves his skills as a talented editor in his work on The Witness (2024) and Now Is Not A Good Time (2025). His masterful use of editing techniques and understanding of pacing and tone shows great promise for him in the future.

Since high school, Lia Lee has led the film and broadcasting club as president, gaining experience in video production. Currently, she is studying Film and TV Production at Humber Polytechnic, focusing on production design and picture editing. Influenced by her experiences with East Asian culture since childhood, she feels a deep connection to both North American and Asian films. Lia is passionate about bringing the director’s vision to life, trusting the magic of editing to transform raw footage into a complete film. Now, she is ready to begin her journey toward becoming a global filmmaker, bridging the borders of Asia and North America!