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Magnus Martens

Norwegian screenwriter and director Magnus Martens (b. 1973) is internationally recognized for his ability to deliver stylish and violent action while remaining staggeringly entertaining and savagely funny. He made his feature breakthrough with the slick comedy thriller Jackpot (2011) which he wrote and directed based on a Jo Nesbø story. Selected for the Tribeca Film Festival, the critics described Jackpot as bloody and brilliant, and applauded Martens’ deliciously dark style, favorably comparing him to Tarantino and the Coen brothers. Following his international breakthrough with Jackpot, Martens has directed multiple episodes for some of the biggest TV shows in the US, including Banshee, 12 Monkeys, Power, Marvel’s Luke Cage, Good Behavior, Longmire, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Will and Fear the Walking Dead. Most recently he directed the first two episodes of the anticipated The Walking Dead: World Beyond which premiered in October 2020. Martens’ latest film, the explosive action thriller SAS: Red Notice, starring Sam Heughan, Ruby Rose and Tom Wilkinson, premiered in March 2021 in the UK and US. In August 2021 SAS: Red Notice was released on Netflix. Furthermore, Martens is director of Furia, an original drama series created by Emmy-winner Gjermund Stenberg Eriksen, which premiered on Viaplay in September 2021.

Holly Dowell

Holly Dowell is a stunt performer affiliated with the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), based in Atlanta and Chicago. She has been recognized for her work with nominations for the SAG Awards Stunt Ensemble category for her contributions to "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" (2024) and "Loki" Season 1 (2021). Dowell's filmography includes stunt performances in major productions such as "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" (2022), where she was credited as a stunt performer, and "Thor: Love and Thunder" (2022), where she served as a stunt double. In addition to her stunt work, she has appeared on-screen in roles like a Fight Club Member in "Chick Fight" (2020) and as a Blonde Actress in "Jackpot!" (2024). On television, Dowell's credits encompass a range of series. She performed stunts in "Hawkeye" (2021), serving as an additional stunt double for Hailee Steinfeld across five episodes. Her other TV work includes stunt performances in "Loki" (2021), "Cobra Kai" (2021), "Dynasty" (2021), "Black Lightning" (2021), "Utopia" (2020), "Stargirl" (2020), "Chicago Fire" (2019), "Chicago P.D." (2019), and "Instinct" (2019). Dowell's skill set is extensive, encompassing fighting techniques suitable for film, including kickboxing and jujitsu. She is trained in performing full-body and partial fire burns, high falls up to 25 feet, wire work, stair falls, and mini-trampoline stunts. Her special skills also include ice skating, ice hockey, powerlifting, and track and field, and she holds a private pilot license. Her contributions to the stunt industry are further highlighted by her involvement with LBP Stunts Chicago, where she has been part of the stunt and fight teams for various film and television projects.

Devon

While Devon was serving pizza to area residents, a co-worker told her about amateur night at Al's Diamond Cabaret in Redding, Pennsylvania. The idea of being on stage, dancing nude to the music of her choice in exchange for much better wages was eminently appealing and Devon showed up to audition at the very next contest. With stars in her cards, Devon wooed the audience and walked away that night a first place winner, with the jackpot in her pocket and a new career successfully launched. ...She danced at Al's for the next three years and rubbed shoulders with some of the adult industries biggest stars. With an enormous sexual appetite and desire for worldwide recognition, Devon filmed her first gonzo production and submitted it to a major distributor in the adult industry. ...She quickly earned cover placement with Club magazine and went on to be named Penthouse Pet in the January 2001 issue. ...Her performances are nothing short of amazing and her productions stay on the best sellers list for months on end. In January 2002, Devon's first project with Digital Playground, Virtual Sex with Devon received AVN's prestigious award for BEST INTERACTIVE DVD, marking the first award of her career and calling attention to Digital Playground's founder, Joone. He knew she was special and her performance was out of this world so when the timing was perfect, Joone signed Devon to exclusive contract with Digital Playground. ... Signing Devon proved to be a fabulous decision, Virtual Sex with Devon went on to receive the award for Best Interactive DVD from Empire and AFW, solidifying a position in Digital Playground's hat-trick hall of fame. Upon signing the contract, Devon was immediately chosen for the starring role in Nic Andrew's directorial debut for Digital Playground. Titled for Devon's amazing performance, Devon Stripped received rave reviews from critics all over the world and took its place at the top of the sales charts. AVN magazine says, Devon shines and AdultDVDEmpire agrees, Well written, visually stunning and with a performance that should propel Devon into superstardom. ...Devon's official web site, DevonXXX.com features thousands of pictures, along with countless interviews, press clippings, video streams, diary entries and a virtual shopping experience. ...In May of 2002, Devon appeared on Stuff magazine's home page and as a guest on Playboy TV's most popular show, Nightcalls 411. ... At the same time, Penthouse magazine declared that Devon was in the running for Pet of the Year and booked her to appear in their Pet of the Year Playoff video. ... magazine also featured Devon prominently in a glowing editorial piece about Digital Playground's Virtual Sex line. With the success of Devon Stripped fresh on his brain, director Nic Andrews created and wrote a new script expressly for Devon. ... The Bomis Babe Report says this of RUSH, Devon is the main attraction here, and once again she proves she is one of the sexiest women in the business. With a perfect resume, a sound support system and a secure position with the industries leading technology and marketing company, the future is bright for this rising star.

Ed Devereaux

Ed Devereaux (27 August 1925 – 17 December 2003) was an Australian actor, who lived in the UK for many years. He was best known for playing the part of "Matt Hammond" in the Australian children's television series Skippy. He was also involved in the series behind the scenes; Devereaux both wrote the script and directed The Veteran (1969), for which he received much critical acclaim. Devereaux based the story of Double Trouble on an idea conceived by his children, wrote the screenplay of Summer Storm and wrote the script of The Mine. Devereaux appeared as Mr. Gubbins in the 1963 British comedy movie Ladies Who Do and in several Carry On films including Carry On Sergeant, Carry On Nurse, Carry On Regardless, Carry On Cruising and Carry On Jack. He also appeared as Thomas Macaulay in series 5 of The Onedin Line and as Mac in the British comedy series Absolutely Fabulous and in The Professionals (episode "Runner") and The Sweeney ("Jackpot"). In 1964 he appeared in The Saint episode "The Loving Brothers".

Velile Tshabalala

Velile Tshabalala is an English actress, known for portraying Kareesha Lopez in Kerching! and Rosita in the 2008 Doctor Who special "The Next Doctor". Born in Whitechapel, London, Tshabalala was raised in Ilford. She is of Zimbabwean descent. Her father is a mechanical engineer and her mother is a health visitor. She has one sister and two brothers. She trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School, where she attended weekend classes from the age of 14. For higher education, she attended sixth form and completed her A-levels. Tshabalala made her professional debut at the age of 18, in the CBBC sitcom Kerching!. She played waitress Kareesha Lopez, who did very little work and was a stereotypical teenage girl. She played several roles in all three series of the BBC Three sketch comedy Tittybangbang. She appeared as a prostitute in the 2004 short film Streets. In January 2008, she played a librarian in the ChuckleVision episode "Jumping Jackpot". She played Rosita in that year's Doctor Who Christmas special "The Next Doctor". She made her pantomime debut in the 2008 production of Dick Whittington's Cat at the Compass Theatre in Ickenham. In 2011, Tshabalala very briefly appeared in the penultimate episode of series three of the E4 series Misfits as the gangs' newest probation worker, Laura. However, she only lasted for a matter of seconds after arriving at the community centre, ultimately being killed after being bitten by a zombie. In July 2014, she completed filming on the feature film The Journey. In November 2021, it was announced that Tshabalala had been cast in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks as Viv, the mother of established character DeMarcus Westwood (Tomi Ade). In February 2022, she starred as Gloria in Running with Lions at the Lyric Theatre, London. In 2024, Tshabalala began appearing as recurring character Stella Clayton in Eastenders. Her day job is currently at the St Marylebone Bridge School working as a teaching assistant.