Fools

Being born in Tokyo, Japan, and raised throughout East Asia and Europe, Andrew Edwards has developed a diverse background, which often brings a different perspective to the table. Now a senior film producer at the Savannah College of Art and Design, he has garnered a network of talented film creatives. His short film credits include Eyes Without a Face, Chasing Bread, Street Birds, Christmas Spirit, and many more. When producing Fools, Andrew aims to target an audience of fantasy viewers as well as execute the detailed vision he and his director have.

Lucas Evans, born in Providence, Rhode Island, aims to bring the whimsy and satire of his imagination into every project. With his last film, Christmas Spirit, a heartwarming tale of childhood, submitted to festivals, Lucas has honed his writing and directing craft. As the writer and director of Fools, Lucas works to pay homage to the fantasy films he grew up with by creating a real, tangible film. Lucas has always been inspired by the love and emotions around him and aims to imbue those emotions into Fools, to create a heartwarming narrative with fun and snappy dialogue.

Carlotta Walser is a German cinematographer from Berlin currently studying at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Her work is driven by a fascination with natural light and its ability to shape emotion, texture, and atmosphere. She approaches every film as an opportunity to craft a unique visual language, using composition, movement, and meticulous pre-production research to reveal the inner lives of her characters.

Most recently, she worked as B-camera operator on the documentary [Her frequency - Women of Color Shaping Sound Design], winner of the Best Documentary award at LGBTQ+ Toronto & Los Angeles Film Festival,.

On "FOOLS” she reflects:

"This project has challenged me creatively from the very beginning. Researching and shaping its visual language has encouraged me to think beyond my usual approach. I'm drawn to the balance between realism and imagination, and to finding ways of expressing that visually through the camera, as we've chosen to exclude visual effects."

Bringing stories to life visually has always been Olivia Schroeder’s passion. As an only child growing up in the countryside of Florida, she had many hours to fill. With the encouragement of her creative parents, Olivia developed a deep appreciation for the artistic process. Her fascination with production design began with a trip to Broadway, where she was inspired by the immersive environments that bring stories to life. Now a senior in Production Design and Art Direction at the Savannah College of Art and Design, Olivia has dedicated countless hours collaborating on student film productions. These experiences have strengthened her ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively. She believes any skill can be learned with practice. This mindset drives her to embrace new challenges and expand her abilities. Specializing in fictional prop fabrication, Olivia aspires to create original pieces that enrich storytelling through thoughtful design.