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Nancy Criss

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Nancy Criss
Feeling a lack of purpose in her life as her teenage children Emily and Max grow increasingly independent, and her husband, Mike, devotes most of his time and energy to his growing business, Anna Sparrow follows the advice of her Pastor and volunteers at the local food bank. While helping the disadvantaged, Anna meets Maria Sanchez. From very different backgrounds, the two women bond over their shared love for their families. As the women grow closer, Maria reveals her concern for her precocious, but lonely daughter Bella, who she fears is being bullied at school. At Anna's urging, her teenage daughter Emily takes Bella under her wings. Maria's husband, Hector, loses his job, and his ability to provide for his family. He falls into despair as he's unable to find work, and turns back to drinking. When he finds Maria at the Sparrow's house, he assumes she is cleaning houses. His pride overcomes him and demands she leave with him. Anna agrees to watch Bella as Maria leaves with Hector, hoping to reason with him, make him understand how much she loves him, and that she knows he is always there for his family. A short time later, the police arrive at the Sparrow residence with devastating news. As they weigh the impact on young Bella, Anna and Mike face one of the most important decisions of their lives.
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Summary Accomplished, multi-award-winning director, producer, and visionary leader in the entertainment industry with over 30 years of experience. Known for creating compelling, faith-based, and family-friendly films that resonate with audiences. Proven track record in producing successful projects for television, film, and streaming platforms. Dedicated to storytelling with strong moral values and wholesome entertainment.

Experience Managing Member / Director / Producer Olive Branch Film Studios, LLC - Florida 2000 - Present Spearheaded the development and production of numerous award-winning films and TV shows, specializing in faith-based content. Directed and produced high-quality content distributed across various platforms, including Roku channels, Olive Branch TV and Quanio TV. Successfully managed projects from concept to post-production, overseeing creative teams, budgeting, scheduling, and distribution. Fostered partnerships and secured content for distribution under non-exclusive agreements, supporting independent filmmakers through ad-revenue splits. Prepared and presented investment opportunities through private placement memorandums for film projects. Producer / Director

Various Film & TV Projects 1990 - Present Directed and produced films featured at major film festivals, winning awards for best direction and production. Worked on over 50 projects, including feature films, TV series, and short films, demonstrating exceptional leadership in managing casts and crews. Known for attention to detail, innovative storytelling, and the ability to bring large-scale projects to life within tight budgets.

Education Criminal Law Pima College, 1979

Awards & Recognitions Multi-Award-Winning Director & Producer at several prestigious film festivals, including. Recipient of Best Director and Best Producer awards for various projects, showcasing excellence in storytelling and production management. Recognized for contributions to the faith-based film industry, with films widely praised for their positive messages and family-friendly content.

Skills Directing & Producing: Extensive experience in managing all aspects of film production from concept to completion. Budgeting & Scheduling: Skilled in creating and managing budgets for independent film projects while ensuring timely delivery. Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire diverse teams of creatives, actors, and technicians. Content Acquisition & Distribution: Expertise in securing and managing content for digital platforms, including streaming services. Creative Vision: Strong storytelling abilities with a focus on faith-based, family-friendly narratives. Public Relations & Marketing: Experience in promoting films and securing favorable distribution deals.

Professional Affiliations Member, SAG-AFTRA Member, Producers Guild of America (PGA) Founder & Managing Member, Olive Branch Film Studios, LL
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      • 8 wins & 3 nominations total

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    The Gilded Saddle (2025)
    The Gilded Saddle
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    • 2025
    Deana Carter, Patrick Muldoon, Janine Turner, Kandra King, Leigh-Allyn Baker, Herman Beeftink, Edmund Lupinski, Gabrielle Evans, Christine Sloane, Ally Holmes, Storme Warren, Edward P. Blinn, Jules Hartley, Dallas Lovato, Neal McCoy, James D. Fields, Aaron O'Connell, Joel Rush, Mary Farrar, Chris Bond, Leilani Smith, Bozana Cavar, Brandon Galatz, Heather Williams, Jodi Dennithorne, Marissa Stahl, Amy Dionne, Janelle Arthur, Roberta Geremicca Galatz, Kenneth Lemm, Nia Sioux, Teri Lee, Halasius Bradford, Brandon Flippo, Ashley J. Woods, Keira Valdez, and Mia Fernald in Runnin' from My Roots (2018)
    Runnin' from My Roots
    4.9
    • Director
    • 2018
    The Sparrows: Nesting (2015)
    The Sparrows: Nesting
    4.3
    • Producer
    • 2015
    Fishes 'n Loaves: Heaven Sent (2016)
    Fishes 'n Loaves: Heaven Sent
    4.7
    • Producer
    • 2016

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    • Fishes 'N Loaves
      • producer
      • Released
      • TV Series
      • 2015
    • A Blind Eye
      • producer
      • Pre-production
      • TV Series
    • Last Rodeo
      • producer
      • Pre-production
    • Bangers
      • producer
      • Pre-production
    • Crimson Creek
      • executive producer
      • producer
      • In Production



    • The Gilded Saddle (2025)
      The Gilded Saddle
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • producer
      • 2025
    • Rodeo Hard Weekly
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • 2019
    • Christopher Atkins, Ryan O'Quinn, David Thomas Jenkins, Nicole Criss, Aaron Bennett, Taylor Cole, Vanessa Leigh, Katelyn Gault, Chandra Bond, and Brianna Heller in One Remains (2019)
      One Remains
      3.3
      • producer
      • 2019
    • Gardner Cole, Vincent De Paul, Ronn Moss, Margaret O'Brien, Donna Spangler, Brandon Tyler Russell, Aaron O'Connell, Natalie O'Connell, Mara Rydell, Chris G Maier, and Howard Hill in This Is Our Christmas (2018)
      This Is Our Christmas
      3.3
      • producer
      • 2018
    • Waiting in the Wings: Still Waiting (2018)
      Waiting in the Wings: Still Waiting
      5.7
      • producer
      • 2018
    • Judy Norton, Lauri Hendler, Ra Hanna, Aaron Bennett, Marlene Hamerling, Colin Bird, Josh Hodgins, Vanessa Leigh, R.K. Anderson, Chase Christensen, Jewelle Colwell, Chris Bond, Illiana Hodgins, Johanna Mills, and Katie Stone in Inclusion Criteria (2018)
      Inclusion Criteria
      5.4
      • producer
      • 2018
    • Andre McCoy in Bayne (2017)
      Bayne
      Short
      • producer
      • 2017
    • Craig Hensley, Nicole Criss, Vanessa Leigh, R.K. Anderson, and Mara Hernandez in Creepy Chronicles (2017)
      Creepy Chronicles
      3.9
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • producer
      • 2017
    • Fishes 'n Loaves: Heaven Sent (2016)
      Fishes 'n Loaves: Heaven Sent
      4.7
      • producer
      • 2016
    • Fire and Ice (2016)
      Fire and Ice
      7.2
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • 2016
    • Under Surveillance
      TV Movie
      • executive producer
      • 2015
    • Beverly Hills Christmas (2015)
      Beverly Hills Christmas
      3.1
      • producer
      • 2015
    • Broken: A Musical (2015)
      Broken: A Musical
      5.9
      • producer
      • 2015
    • Deadly Sanctuary (2015)
      Deadly Sanctuary
      3.6
      • producer
      • 2015
    • KodeOrange: Los Angeles (2015)
      KodeOrange: Los Angeles
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • 2015

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    • Fishes 'N Loaves
      • Director
      • Released
      • TV Series
      • 2015
    • A Blind Eye
      • Director
      • Pre-production
      • TV Series
    • College Bound: Window of Hope
      • Director
      • Pre-production
    • Last Rodeo
      • Director
      • Pre-production
    • Crimson Creek
      • Director
      • In Production



    • The Gilded Saddle (2025)
      The Gilded Saddle
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2025
    • Rodeo Hard Weekly
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2019
    • Deana Carter, Patrick Muldoon, Janine Turner, Kandra King, Leigh-Allyn Baker, Herman Beeftink, Edmund Lupinski, Gabrielle Evans, Christine Sloane, Ally Holmes, Storme Warren, Edward P. Blinn, Jules Hartley, Dallas Lovato, Neal McCoy, James D. Fields, Aaron O'Connell, Joel Rush, Mary Farrar, Chris Bond, Leilani Smith, Bozana Cavar, Brandon Galatz, Heather Williams, Jodi Dennithorne, Marissa Stahl, Amy Dionne, Janelle Arthur, Roberta Geremicca Galatz, Kenneth Lemm, Nia Sioux, Teri Lee, Halasius Bradford, Brandon Flippo, Ashley J. Woods, Keira Valdez, and Mia Fernald in Runnin' from My Roots (2018)
      Runnin' from My Roots
      4.9
      • Director
      • 2018
    • Craig Hensley, Nicole Criss, Vanessa Leigh, R.K. Anderson, and Mara Hernandez in Creepy Chronicles (2017)
      Creepy Chronicles
      3.9
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2017
    • Fishes 'n Loaves: Heaven Sent (2016)
      Fishes 'n Loaves: Heaven Sent
      4.7
      • Director
      • 2016
    • Under Surveillance
      TV Movie
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Broken: A Musical (2015)
      Broken: A Musical
      5.9
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Deadly Sanctuary (2015)
      Deadly Sanctuary
      3.6
      • Director
      • 2015
    • KodeOrange: Los Angeles (2015)
      KodeOrange: Los Angeles
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2015
    • The Sparrows: Nesting (2015)
      The Sparrows: Nesting
      4.3
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Fishes 'N Loaves
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2015
    • A Horse for Summer (2015)
      A Horse for Summer
      4.6
      • Director
      • 2015
    • The Sparrows (2014)
      The Sparrows
      5.4
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2014
    • The Gay List: Los Angeles
      • Director
      • 2013
    • Dante's One Man Comedy Hour (2013)
      Dante's One Man Comedy Hour
      • Director
      • 2013

    Writer



    • A Blind Eye
      • creator
      • Pre-production
      • TV Series



    • Christopher Atkins, Ryan O'Quinn, David Thomas Jenkins, Nicole Criss, Aaron Bennett, Taylor Cole, Vanessa Leigh, Katelyn Gault, Chandra Bond, and Brianna Heller in One Remains (2019)
      One Remains
      3.3
      • created by (creator)
      • 2019
    • Craig Hensley, Nicole Criss, Vanessa Leigh, R.K. Anderson, and Mara Hernandez in Creepy Chronicles (2017)
      Creepy Chronicles
      3.9
      TV Series
      • created by
      • creator
      • 2017
    • On the Road Weekly (2009)
      On the Road Weekly
      8.8
      TV Series
      • creator
      • 2009–2010
    • 2008 Ultimate Mormon Lake Team Roping
      8.3
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2008
    • On the Road: Race to the Finals (2006)
      On the Road: Race to the Finals
      8.4
      TV Series
      • writer
      • 2008
    • Entertainment Today Television
      9.0
      TV Series
      • Writer
      • 2006
    • A Dragon's Tale
      7.5
      • Writer
      • 2006
    • Back Roads
      8.4
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2006
    • Rodeo Sports World
      8.1
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2006
    • Nunchaku Freestyle Techniques (2004)
      Nunchaku Freestyle Techniques
      8.6
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2004
    • Roping to Win (2003)
      Roping to Win
      8.2
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2003
    • True Legends of the West (2001)
      True Legends of the West
      7.1
      • writer
      • 2001

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    True Legends of the West
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    True Legends of the West
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    True Legends of the West
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      Team Roped for several years in the Women's Professional Rodeo Association as a header and heeler. Also a member and team roped in the USTRC Association. Competed in barrel racing at rodeo's across the US since she was 5 years old. Gave up several acting offers as a child so she could compete in the rodeos instead.
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