OTHERS
Lois you've taught your children to love and respect their craft. This shows in their preparedness, their understanding of character, their etiquette and their enthusiasm. These children understand that acting is playing. They are able to play imaginary people, in imaginary places, yet they remain truthful and in the moment - without trepidation. This is a skill that most adults never achieve. It is a real joy to work with such well trained actors. I learned so much from them.
Thanks for everything on this film, the previous film and all the many films to come.
Stephan Recksiedler - Director
Working on the set of Cowboy Dreams as the first assistant director, I had the wonderful opportunity to work with three teenage actors, the heroes of our family film. Wonderful because once the trio of trouble, i used to tease them, would hit the shooting floor, the whole atmosphere of the room would light up. They (Linden Porco, Keziah Brothers and Blane Cypurda) would stroll always with a smile, prepared and ready to work. Never did they hit that floor unprepared, always ready, they worked as a team and helped each other thru scenes. It was truly inspiring to see these young actors enjoying themselves while working. The best part for me I must admit was the Hannah Montana dance the trio would teach me while the camera, lighting and grip would set up for the next shot. We would laugh as I worked my hardest to get the dance right!!!!!! The trio taught me the greatest lesson..to balance hard work with fun! I feel I lucked out as the saying goes to work with Linden Porco, Keziah Brothers and Blane Cypurda.
Cheers
Assistant Director Film Production
"Several of Lois' students appeared as the Kravchenko children in my recent feature film 'Black Field'. I was very impressed with the training that these child actors had received. They took direction well, they knew their roles, and they were completely professional. It was a pleasure to have them on set." - Danishka Esterhazy
I recently worked on a feature film entitled “Black Field, a dark historical drama set in the 19th century rural Canada. My character in this movie has seven children. Five of those children cast for the various roles are either currently or have been training with Lois Brothers. All those involved with the project including the director, Danishka Esterhazy, commented on the fact that the children were extremely professional, patient and talented in their respective roles. For me, it was a distinct pleasure to be the “mother” of these children, albeit for only one day.
- Adriana O’Neil