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The Cast & Crew

Anthony Feliciano is a Brooklyn native filmmaker, writer, actor, and producer. He is the founder of Mesozoic Pictures and wrote, directed, and starred in the queer-led creature horror short “Nightfall.” His recent credits include co-writing and producing “Dinosaurs in Our World,” which has garnered over 3 million views, and producing “The Hatchling.” His work blends character-driven storytelling with genre elements. IG: @TheAntFeliciano

Trey Shields is a Brooklyn-based actor, model, and writer originally from Montana. He trained at the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and holds a BFA in Acting from Boston University’s School of Theatre. His recent credits include the film “Nightfall” and the stage productions “Hearts Beating,” “Eat Your Heart Out,” “Crayon Sun,” and “Peach Phoenix and the American Nightmare.” IG: @yert11

Mike Cruz, born Michael Anthony Cruz, is a Long Island-based actor known for his versatility and commanding presence on screen. A graduate of Freeport High School, he brings a background in boxing and amateur wrestling to his performances. His recent credits include “Nightfall,” with appearances across Netflix, Peacock, CBS, Hulu, and Apple TV. He specializes in complex, tough character archetypes. IG: @mikecruzunadulterated

Clementine Benstock is an award-winning young actress and rising talent in film. A “Best Young Actor” award-winner, she stars in the upcoming feature “The New Jersey Devil” and the queer-led creature horror short “Nightfall.” She is known for her emotional depth, comedic instincts, and natural screen presence. A singer and longtime working model, Clementine has walked in New York, Paris, and London Fashion Week. IG: @clementine.phoebe

Chris Pugh is a filmmaker, producer, and artist with a lifelong passion for dinosaurs and genre filmmaking. His recent credits include producing the creature horror short “Nightfall,” as well as work with the “Jurassic World” franchise on “Beyond the Gates,” “Dinotracker,” and “JW Revealed.” He has also contributed to Jurassic-related toy designs. His work blends filmmaking, visual storytelling, and his deep knowledge of dinosaur culture. IG: @chrislikesdinos

Tim Cianfano is a filmmaker, producer, and director. A graduate of Pace University with a focus in Filmmaking and Photography, his work spans film and television production, directing, and creative media. He co-wrote, directed, and produced “The Hatchling,” and served as a producer on the creature horror short “Nightfall.” Tim also co-wrote and directed “Dinosaurs in Our World,” which has amassed over 3 million views. IG: @timcianfano

Amber Bellomio is a visual effects artist, producer, and filmmaker specializing in creature effects. Her credits include "Spiderman: Brand New Day," “The Hatchling,” and “Nightfall,” where she served as VFX lead and producer. She is also the director and producer of the upcoming paleodocumentary “Forgotten Bloodlines: Agate,” combining her passion for visual effects and natural history. IG: @amber_bellomio

Harrison Kraft is a New Jersey-born and raised cinematographer and director. His cinematography credits include “Nightfall,” “The Hatchling,” “Lemonade Blessing,” “Cannibal Mukbang,” and “Drug Rider.” He was nominated for Best Cinematography at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival for his work on “Lemonade Blessing.” His frequent collaborators include Chris Merola, Aimee Kuge, Mike Clarke, and Tim Jones. IG: @hhkfilms

Kurt Tomlinson is a composer and sound designer whose work spans film, television, video games, and audiobooks. His credits include the original score for “Nightfall,” as well as “Crushed in Time,” “Kaia,” and music for the dinosaur-management game “Prehistoric Kingdom.” Kurt’s scores are known for their atmospheric and emotionally driven approach, using music to heighten suspense, adventure, and character-driven moments. His work has earned many awards and nominations. IG: @ktcompositions
