Pancake Skank
Las Vegas, Nevada | Film Short
Comedy, Sci-Fi
Pancake Skank is an acerbic, surreal sci-fi comedy about what it means to be a true friend. The world’s a mess—so let’s make something f*cksticks and heartfelt together. Join the team and fund the fun!
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Pancake Skank is an acerbic, surreal sci-fi comedy about what it means to be a true friend. The world’s a mess—so let’s make something f*cksticks and heartfelt together. Join the team and fund the fun!
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Mission Statement
The Story
In the eerie, neon-soaked expanse of The World of Almost Always Nighttime, folklore and reality blur in the shadow of a pancake-thieving outlaw known only as Pancake Skank. When a lonely, unremarkable young man, Lover Boi, crosses paths with the titular urban legend, he finds himself captivated by her magnetism. What begins as a flapjack stickup soon evolves into an unlikely partnership that reshapes them both - for good.
This is a story about what it means to be a friend in a lonely world - told by a group of real-life friends!
Pancake Skank is a short film that's surreal, fantastical, and deeply funny.
In terms of comps, the film is a blend of Sorry to Bother You and Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, set in a world reminiscent of Streets of Fire, with a touch of the Mad Max "urban legends told around the campfire" vibe.
Did we mention we have some remarkable filmmakers on board as our Executive Producers?
First up, we have Lilly Wachowski, visionary writer/director of acclaimed kick-ass films like Bound, The Matrix, and Speed Racer! Her company, Anarchists United, including partners Sarah Marie Flores and Lawrence Mattis (Work in Progress, Mr. Right), is on board to help make this film a reality.
If that wasn't rad enough, we also have the amazing team behind Duplass Brothers Productions supporting this film: Mark Duplass, Mel Eslyn, and Jay Duplass. You know their work from countless brilliant films and TV shows, like Somebody Somewhere, Room 104, Togetherness, The Puffy Chair, Tangerine, and the HBO animated series Animals.
Hi, this is Sav Rodgers, writer/director of Pancake Skank. What a title. Back in 2018, I wrote "Pancake Skank" after I thought my beloved wife, Riley, had called me that. To be fair, it's an apt description.
It was so funny that I kicked around the idea for a few months, wrote this short, and then started work on my debut feature film Chasing Chasing Amy while I continued to hone my skills as a filmmaker. After seven years of work on Amy, I knew I wanted to return to my roots as a scripted filmmaker and to tell a story that was decidedly less personal.
We want to tell a wild, fun story with our friends that, honestly, rules. This film is pure fun at a time when we desperately need some respite, especially as queer people. There are no fascists allowed in the world of Pancake Skank. That's where you come in: join the team and help us make this. We know we have something special that can make you laugh.
Late September 2025: Launch our Seed&Spark campaign
Late October 2025: Complete our Seed&Spark campaign
November 2025 - January 2026: Pre-Production
February 2026: Principal Photography
March - May 2026: Post-Production
Fall 2026: Kick off our festival run!
Summer/Fall 2027: Distribution + Online Premiere
CAMPAIGN GOAL: $30,000
Why do we need to raise $30K on Seed&Spark to make this short film? Because we have incredible artists participating, and we want to pay them all. We have SFX, VFX, union actors, multiple locations, gear rentals, and a crew working on a favored-nations basis to bring this story to life. The costs of making a kick-ass film add up quickly. We want to do right by our team!
STRETCH GOALS
$40,000 - Improved Gear Rentals
$50,000 - Post-Production Costs Covered
$60,000 - PR, Festival, & Marketing Costs Covered
$75,000 - ALL DISTRIBUTION COSTS COVERED + PAY BUMPS FOR CREW!
- Back our campaign! Your dollars directly go to making this film a reality.
- Follow our campaign on Seed&Spark. You'll receive updates from our team and help us unlock rewards on the Seed&Spark platform.
- Spread the word IRL and online! It helps more than you know.
If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to Pancake Skank through our fiscal sponsor, The Film Collaborative, please reach out: [email protected]
A Special Thanks For Helping With This Campaign!
Anthony Hand (fundraising advice)
Bradley Garrison (pitch video editing + sound)
Cameron French (designing all of the digital assets)
Emily Kincaid (social media management)
Gabriella Bottoni (campaign feedback)
Mike Morin (campaign support)
John Beatty (pitch video cinematography)
Regina "Riley" Rodgers (for all the support)
... and the entire team behind Pancake Skank!
Wishlist
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Production Design!
Costs $2,000
A well-funded art department will transform a film into a portal to another world!
Grip Truck + Lighting Rentals!
Costs $5,000
Making sure the movie is well lit is the bare minimum for helping bring this story to life!
Catering!
Costs $5,000
Our incredible crew has to eat during our 5-day shoot!
Travel Costs!
Costs $4,500
Flights, cast + crew housing, car rentals galore!
Actors!
Costs $10,000
That's right - we have union actors on this bad boy, and we gotta pay 'em!
Location Permits!
Costs $750
We're being responsible here, folks!
Walkie Talkies!
Costs $1,000
We can't believe how expensive these are either!
Locations!
Costs $2,000
Location, location, location! This will help us secure and pay some of the incredible, historic diners around the New Jersey area.
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About This Team
MEET THE ARTISTS BEHIND PANCAKE SKANK
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EVE LINDLEY - "Pancake Skank"
Eve Lindley brings her iconic sense of individuality, charm, and that undeniable x-factor to the titular role of Pancake Skank. Eve Lindley is known for Bros (2022), Dispatches from Elsewhere (2020), and National Anthem (2023). Pancake Skank has a coolness factor that's off the charts -- making Eve the perfect person to be playing her.
REED NORTHRUP - "Lover Boi"
Reed Nortrup (he/him) plays the lead role of ‘Belly’ in Kevin Smith’s latest film, THE 4:30 MOVIE, and most recently joined Kevin again on Logic’s directorial debut, PARADISE RECORDS, which premiered at Tribeca this year. Reed can be heard recurring as ‘Javi’ in the animated series Teenage Euthanasia and seen in the upcoming feature Relay, starring Riz Ahmed and Lily James, set to release in theaters later this month.
KING MUSTAFA OBAFEMI - "Brook the Fry Cook"
An industry veteran and frequent collaborator with Kevin Smith, King Mustafa Obafemi will be bringing his undeniable charm and talent to PANCAKE SKANK as the singular "Brook the Fry Cook".
EMILY KINCAID - "Winona the Waitress"
Emily Kincaid (she/her) is a Los Angeles-based actor and producer. Emily recently played the Lead role in a Dark Comedy/Horror film called ‘Making A Bridesmaid,’ which is due to be released in 2026. She acted in the sports drama ‘Hard Miles’ starring Matthew Modine and Sean Astin, as well as the horror film Succubus starring Ron Perlman and Rosanna Arquette. She is best known for producing the award-winning true crime documentary, 'Abducted in Plain Sight,' which premiered on Netflix in 2019 after a very successful film festival run, and was adapted into a limited series for Peacock Originals called 'A Friend of the Family' with a star-studded cast.
LAURA KIRK - "Gertrude the Gay"
Laura Kirk (she/her) is an award-winning filmmaker with credits as producer and actor, including Andrea Arnold’s American Honey: Cannes 2016, The Sublime and Beautiful: Slamdance 2014, Earthwork, The Only Good Indian: Sundance 2009. Kirk co-wrote and starred in the film Lisa Picard is Famous: Cannes 2000.
JEFFREY WEBER - "Jeph" & Executive Producer
Jeffrey Weber (he/him) is an Executive Producer known for his collaboration with Sav Rodgers on Chasing Chasing Amy, which premiered at Tribeca 2023. As an ally and supporter of transgender filmmakers, Jeffrey previously served as an Executive Producer on Fraud, which premiered at Tribeca in 2022, and Marque and Hector, a web series developed by Linus Ignatius and Joslyn Defreece. He was also a producer and actor in the feature films Escaping Ohio and Ramona at Midlife.
SAV RODGERS - Director, Writer, & Producer
Originally from Kansas, Sav Rodgers is an American filmmaker best known for his 2023 documentary, Chasing Chasing Amy. Named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 2024, he is also the founder and executive director of the Transgender Film Center. He’s thrilled to finally be making Pancake Skank with his friends.
ROCCO SANABRIA - 1st Assistant Director & Producer
Rocco Sanabria (he/him) is a filmmaker based in Queens, New York. He’s worked across independent film as both a producer, director, and editor, bringing a sharp eye for story and a love for the creative and collaborative process to every project. On Pancake Skank, Rocco is especially excited to help bring this kinetic script to life...though he’ll admit he might also just be here for the pancakes.
LILLY WACHOWSKI - Executive Producer
Lilly Wachowski (she/her) is a trans woman and lifelong Chicago resident. She holds a half-finished BA as well as an almost completed Post Baccalaureate certificate from SAIC. Lilly has worked as a Building Maintenance Technician’s Assistant, self-employed carpenter and Writer/Producer/Director for Warner Bros, Netflix and Showtime among others. She also paints; sometimes she paints ducks.
SARAH FLORES - Executive Producer
Sarah Marie Flores (she/her) holds an MFA degree from UCLA’s Producers Program. Before she transitioned to Hollywood, Sarah worked for over a decade in film exhibition and publicity, and film-based non-profits like The Roxie Theater, and Frameline Film Festival in the Bay Area.
LELA MEADOW-CONNER - Executive Producer
Lela Meadow-Conner (she/her) is the Founder and CEO of mamafilm, which nurtures bold, socially conscious stories about women and identity. She’s the President of Art House Convergence, the co-founder of The Popcorn List, and the co-founder of rePROFilm. Her producing credits include Sav Rodgers' Chasing Chasing Amy (Tribeca, 2023), the Oscar-qualifying short Run Amok (2023), the Telly-award winning podcast Green Tide Rising (2024) and the upcoming experimental documentary Monstrous Me (2026).
Photo Credit: Mettie Ostrowski
ALEX SCHMIDER - Executive Producer
Alex Schmider (he/him) is an Emmy-nominated film producer and the Senior Director of Entertainment and Transgender Media at GLAAD. His producing credits include CHANGING THE GAME (Tribeca 2019, Hulu), DISCLOSURE (Sundance 2020, Netflix), FRAMING AGNES (Sundance 2022, Kino Lorber), STAY ON BOARD: THE LEO BAKER STORY (Netflix) and CHASING CHASING AMY (Tribeca 2023, Level 33 Entertainment).
CLARE BATEMAN-KING - Co-Executive Producer
Clare has recently served as Head of International at Legion M, a fan-owned entertainment company, and helped develop several features, including Simon Pegg's Nandor Fodor and The Talking Mongoose, as well as the SXSW-winning My Dead Friend Zoe. Being a Patron of Girls on Film, she is also known for championing mentorship and promoting female role models in the industry. She previously served as Associate Producer on Chasing Chasing Amy. Clare also recently received the Hollywood in Pixel "Prestige Pixel" award for being a Hollywood digital marketing pioneer.
REGINA "RILEY" RODGERS - Production Designer
Regina "Riley" Rodgers (she/her) is a Mexican multihyphenate artist and a principal subject in the 2023 documentary CHASING CHASING AMY. She has worked with her husband, Sav Rodgers, on films since 2015, and is excited to make her debut as a Production Designer. She happily resides with Sav and their two pugs in the desert.
Photo Credit: Lee Dubin
JOHN BEATTY - Director of Photography
John Beatty (he/him) is a Director of Photography based in Los Angeles, California. As a cinematographer, his work focuses on human stories that connect us as individuals, often focusing on social and environmental justice issues. His commercial work has aired on national television across the United States and his narrative, documentary, and music video work has screened at film festivals all around the country.
BRADLEY GARRISON - Sound Mixer & Boom Operator
Bradley Garrison (he/him) is a below-the-line Jack-of-all-trades based in Los Angeles, CA. He has worked with Sav Rodgers and Professional Amateur Productions as a cinematographer, camera operator, grip, electrician, photographer, digital imaging technician, sound mixer, and editor since 2017. He is currently the Co-Director of Photography and Co-Producer of CHASING CHASING AMY. He's excited to be back working on PANCAKE SKANK.
SHARIKA AJAIKUMAR - Editor
Sharika Ajaikumar (she/her) is a Brooklyn-based editor from India and the UAE with over 10 years of experience in documentary, scripted, and branded work. Her credits include Chasing Chasing Amy (Tribeca 2023), For Flint (Tribeca 2017), and 1440: New York Liberty, an Emmy-nominated docuseries. She’s edited for clients including Discovery, Condé Nast, and Roc Nation, and holds a Master’s degree in Television, Radio & Film from Syracuse University.
ESME ROGERS SMITH - Colorist & VFX Supervisor
Esme Smith (she/they) runs Aesthetica Post, a boutique post-production company specializing in color grading and finishing for documentary and nonfiction film. Esmé has been part of the New York City post-production community since 2007. Her work spans documentaries, independent features, and commercial projects, with longform credits that include The Big Sick, Strong Island, 306 Hollywood, and The Jinx. In 2025.
ROCCO GARRISON - Storyboard Artist
Rocco Garrison (he/him) is a trans creative born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. He's had a love of film and television from a young age that was heavily supported by his parents who were multi-decade veterans of the television industry. He decided to pursue entertainment in his early teens and has kept that passion till this very day. He is currently pursuing a career in independent film distribution.
CAMERON FRENCH - Art Director
Cameron French (he/him) is a queer illustrator and designer based in Denver, CO. Since picking up his artistic ventures back in 2020, Cameron has created branding, merchandising, and products for a variety of local, national, and global brands and creatives. He has worked closely with everyone from Kinda Funny to drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race.
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Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
In the eerie, neon-soaked expanse of The World of Almost Always Nighttime, folklore and reality blur in the shadow of a pancake-thieving outlaw known only as Pancake Skank. When a lonely, unremarkable young man, Lover Boi, crosses paths with the titular urban legend, he finds himself captivated by her magnetism. What begins as a flapjack stickup soon evolves into an unlikely partnership that reshapes them both - for good.
This is a story about what it means to be a friend in a lonely world - told by a group of real-life friends!
Pancake Skank is a short film that's surreal, fantastical, and deeply funny.
In terms of comps, the film is a blend of Sorry to Bother You and Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, set in a world reminiscent of Streets of Fire, with a touch of the Mad Max "urban legends told around the campfire" vibe.
Did we mention we have some remarkable filmmakers on board as our Executive Producers?
First up, we have Lilly Wachowski, visionary writer/director of acclaimed kick-ass films like Bound, The Matrix, and Speed Racer! Her company, Anarchists United, including partners Sarah Marie Flores and Lawrence Mattis (Work in Progress, Mr. Right), is on board to help make this film a reality.
If that wasn't rad enough, we also have the amazing team behind Duplass Brothers Productions supporting this film: Mark Duplass, Mel Eslyn, and Jay Duplass. You know their work from countless brilliant films and TV shows, like Somebody Somewhere, Room 104, Togetherness, The Puffy Chair, Tangerine, and the HBO animated series Animals.
Hi, this is Sav Rodgers, writer/director of Pancake Skank. What a title. Back in 2018, I wrote "Pancake Skank" after I thought my beloved wife, Riley, had called me that. To be fair, it's an apt description.
It was so funny that I kicked around the idea for a few months, wrote this short, and then started work on my debut feature film Chasing Chasing Amy while I continued to hone my skills as a filmmaker. After seven years of work on Amy, I knew I wanted to return to my roots as a scripted filmmaker and to tell a story that was decidedly less personal.
We want to tell a wild, fun story with our friends that, honestly, rules. This film is pure fun at a time when we desperately need some respite, especially as queer people. There are no fascists allowed in the world of Pancake Skank. That's where you come in: join the team and help us make this. We know we have something special that can make you laugh.
Late September 2025: Launch our Seed&Spark campaign
Late October 2025: Complete our Seed&Spark campaign
November 2025 - January 2026: Pre-Production
February 2026: Principal Photography
March - May 2026: Post-Production
Fall 2026: Kick off our festival run!
Summer/Fall 2027: Distribution + Online Premiere
CAMPAIGN GOAL: $30,000
Why do we need to raise $30K on Seed&Spark to make this short film? Because we have incredible artists participating, and we want to pay them all. We have SFX, VFX, union actors, multiple locations, gear rentals, and a crew working on a favored-nations basis to bring this story to life. The costs of making a kick-ass film add up quickly. We want to do right by our team!
STRETCH GOALS
$40,000 - Improved Gear Rentals
$50,000 - Post-Production Costs Covered
$60,000 - PR, Festival, & Marketing Costs Covered
$75,000 - ALL DISTRIBUTION COSTS COVERED + PAY BUMPS FOR CREW!
- Back our campaign! Your dollars directly go to making this film a reality.
- Follow our campaign on Seed&Spark. You'll receive updates from our team and help us unlock rewards on the Seed&Spark platform.
- Spread the word IRL and online! It helps more than you know.
If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to Pancake Skank through our fiscal sponsor, The Film Collaborative, please reach out: [email protected]
A Special Thanks For Helping With This Campaign!
Anthony Hand (fundraising advice)
Bradley Garrison (pitch video editing + sound)
Cameron French (designing all of the digital assets)
Emily Kincaid (social media management)
Gabriella Bottoni (campaign feedback)
Mike Morin (campaign support)
John Beatty (pitch video cinematography)
Regina "Riley" Rodgers (for all the support)
... and the entire team behind Pancake Skank!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Production Design!
Costs $2,000
A well-funded art department will transform a film into a portal to another world!
Grip Truck + Lighting Rentals!
Costs $5,000
Making sure the movie is well lit is the bare minimum for helping bring this story to life!
Catering!
Costs $5,000
Our incredible crew has to eat during our 5-day shoot!
Travel Costs!
Costs $4,500
Flights, cast + crew housing, car rentals galore!
Actors!
Costs $10,000
That's right - we have union actors on this bad boy, and we gotta pay 'em!
Location Permits!
Costs $750
We're being responsible here, folks!
Walkie Talkies!
Costs $1,000
We can't believe how expensive these are either!
Locations!
Costs $2,000
Location, location, location! This will help us secure and pay some of the incredible, historic diners around the New Jersey area.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
MEET THE ARTISTS BEHIND PANCAKE SKANK
EVE LINDLEY - "Pancake Skank"
Eve Lindley brings her iconic sense of individuality, charm, and that undeniable x-factor to the titular role of Pancake Skank. Eve Lindley is known for Bros (2022), Dispatches from Elsewhere (2020), and National Anthem (2023). Pancake Skank has a coolness factor that's off the charts -- making Eve the perfect person to be playing her.
REED NORTHRUP - "Lover Boi"
Reed Nortrup (he/him) plays the lead role of ‘Belly’ in Kevin Smith’s latest film, THE 4:30 MOVIE, and most recently joined Kevin again on Logic’s directorial debut, PARADISE RECORDS, which premiered at Tribeca this year. Reed can be heard recurring as ‘Javi’ in the animated series Teenage Euthanasia and seen in the upcoming feature Relay, starring Riz Ahmed and Lily James, set to release in theaters later this month.
KING MUSTAFA OBAFEMI - "Brook the Fry Cook"
An industry veteran and frequent collaborator with Kevin Smith, King Mustafa Obafemi will be bringing his undeniable charm and talent to PANCAKE SKANK as the singular "Brook the Fry Cook".
EMILY KINCAID - "Winona the Waitress"
Emily Kincaid (she/her) is a Los Angeles-based actor and producer. Emily recently played the Lead role in a Dark Comedy/Horror film called ‘Making A Bridesmaid,’ which is due to be released in 2026. She acted in the sports drama ‘Hard Miles’ starring Matthew Modine and Sean Astin, as well as the horror film Succubus starring Ron Perlman and Rosanna Arquette. She is best known for producing the award-winning true crime documentary, 'Abducted in Plain Sight,' which premiered on Netflix in 2019 after a very successful film festival run, and was adapted into a limited series for Peacock Originals called 'A Friend of the Family' with a star-studded cast.
LAURA KIRK - "Gertrude the Gay"
Laura Kirk (she/her) is an award-winning filmmaker with credits as producer and actor, including Andrea Arnold’s American Honey: Cannes 2016, The Sublime and Beautiful: Slamdance 2014, Earthwork, The Only Good Indian: Sundance 2009. Kirk co-wrote and starred in the film Lisa Picard is Famous: Cannes 2000.
JEFFREY WEBER - "Jeph" & Executive Producer
Jeffrey Weber (he/him) is an Executive Producer known for his collaboration with Sav Rodgers on Chasing Chasing Amy, which premiered at Tribeca 2023. As an ally and supporter of transgender filmmakers, Jeffrey previously served as an Executive Producer on Fraud, which premiered at Tribeca in 2022, and Marque and Hector, a web series developed by Linus Ignatius and Joslyn Defreece. He was also a producer and actor in the feature films Escaping Ohio and Ramona at Midlife.
SAV RODGERS - Director, Writer, & Producer
Originally from Kansas, Sav Rodgers is an American filmmaker best known for his 2023 documentary, Chasing Chasing Amy. Named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 2024, he is also the founder and executive director of the Transgender Film Center. He’s thrilled to finally be making Pancake Skank with his friends.
ROCCO SANABRIA - 1st Assistant Director & Producer
Rocco Sanabria (he/him) is a filmmaker based in Queens, New York. He’s worked across independent film as both a producer, director, and editor, bringing a sharp eye for story and a love for the creative and collaborative process to every project. On Pancake Skank, Rocco is especially excited to help bring this kinetic script to life...though he’ll admit he might also just be here for the pancakes.
LILLY WACHOWSKI - Executive Producer
Lilly Wachowski (she/her) is a trans woman and lifelong Chicago resident. She holds a half-finished BA as well as an almost completed Post Baccalaureate certificate from SAIC. Lilly has worked as a Building Maintenance Technician’s Assistant, self-employed carpenter and Writer/Producer/Director for Warner Bros, Netflix and Showtime among others. She also paints; sometimes she paints ducks.
SARAH FLORES - Executive Producer
Sarah Marie Flores (she/her) holds an MFA degree from UCLA’s Producers Program. Before she transitioned to Hollywood, Sarah worked for over a decade in film exhibition and publicity, and film-based non-profits like The Roxie Theater, and Frameline Film Festival in the Bay Area.
LELA MEADOW-CONNER - Executive Producer
Lela Meadow-Conner (she/her) is the Founder and CEO of mamafilm, which nurtures bold, socially conscious stories about women and identity. She’s the President of Art House Convergence, the co-founder of The Popcorn List, and the co-founder of rePROFilm. Her producing credits include Sav Rodgers' Chasing Chasing Amy (Tribeca, 2023), the Oscar-qualifying short Run Amok (2023), the Telly-award winning podcast Green Tide Rising (2024) and the upcoming experimental documentary Monstrous Me (2026).
Photo Credit: Mettie Ostrowski
ALEX SCHMIDER - Executive Producer
Alex Schmider (he/him) is an Emmy-nominated film producer and the Senior Director of Entertainment and Transgender Media at GLAAD. His producing credits include CHANGING THE GAME (Tribeca 2019, Hulu), DISCLOSURE (Sundance 2020, Netflix), FRAMING AGNES (Sundance 2022, Kino Lorber), STAY ON BOARD: THE LEO BAKER STORY (Netflix) and CHASING CHASING AMY (Tribeca 2023, Level 33 Entertainment).
CLARE BATEMAN-KING - Co-Executive Producer
Clare has recently served as Head of International at Legion M, a fan-owned entertainment company, and helped develop several features, including Simon Pegg's Nandor Fodor and The Talking Mongoose, as well as the SXSW-winning My Dead Friend Zoe. Being a Patron of Girls on Film, she is also known for championing mentorship and promoting female role models in the industry. She previously served as Associate Producer on Chasing Chasing Amy. Clare also recently received the Hollywood in Pixel "Prestige Pixel" award for being a Hollywood digital marketing pioneer.
REGINA "RILEY" RODGERS - Production Designer
Regina "Riley" Rodgers (she/her) is a Mexican multihyphenate artist and a principal subject in the 2023 documentary CHASING CHASING AMY. She has worked with her husband, Sav Rodgers, on films since 2015, and is excited to make her debut as a Production Designer. She happily resides with Sav and their two pugs in the desert.
Photo Credit: Lee Dubin
JOHN BEATTY - Director of Photography
John Beatty (he/him) is a Director of Photography based in Los Angeles, California. As a cinematographer, his work focuses on human stories that connect us as individuals, often focusing on social and environmental justice issues. His commercial work has aired on national television across the United States and his narrative, documentary, and music video work has screened at film festivals all around the country.
BRADLEY GARRISON - Sound Mixer & Boom Operator
Bradley Garrison (he/him) is a below-the-line Jack-of-all-trades based in Los Angeles, CA. He has worked with Sav Rodgers and Professional Amateur Productions as a cinematographer, camera operator, grip, electrician, photographer, digital imaging technician, sound mixer, and editor since 2017. He is currently the Co-Director of Photography and Co-Producer of CHASING CHASING AMY. He's excited to be back working on PANCAKE SKANK.
SHARIKA AJAIKUMAR - Editor
Sharika Ajaikumar (she/her) is a Brooklyn-based editor from India and the UAE with over 10 years of experience in documentary, scripted, and branded work. Her credits include Chasing Chasing Amy (Tribeca 2023), For Flint (Tribeca 2017), and 1440: New York Liberty, an Emmy-nominated docuseries. She’s edited for clients including Discovery, Condé Nast, and Roc Nation, and holds a Master’s degree in Television, Radio & Film from Syracuse University.
ESME ROGERS SMITH - Colorist & VFX Supervisor
Esme Smith (she/they) runs Aesthetica Post, a boutique post-production company specializing in color grading and finishing for documentary and nonfiction film. Esmé has been part of the New York City post-production community since 2007. Her work spans documentaries, independent features, and commercial projects, with longform credits that include The Big Sick, Strong Island, 306 Hollywood, and The Jinx. In 2025.
ROCCO GARRISON - Storyboard Artist
Rocco Garrison (he/him) is a trans creative born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. He's had a love of film and television from a young age that was heavily supported by his parents who were multi-decade veterans of the television industry. He decided to pursue entertainment in his early teens and has kept that passion till this very day. He is currently pursuing a career in independent film distribution.
CAMERON FRENCH - Art Director
Cameron French (he/him) is a queer illustrator and designer based in Denver, CO. Since picking up his artistic ventures back in 2020, Cameron has created branding, merchandising, and products for a variety of local, national, and global brands and creatives. He has worked closely with everyone from Kinda Funny to drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race.
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