Robert Borzych

Robert joins the cast of "FRUITCAKE" in the role of Brent, the enigmatic boyfriend. A fan of the food as well as the film, "FRUITCAKE" was Robert's first short film experience. Despite his avoidance of on-location dangers such as mad wasps, lack of sleep and runaway sewage, he recalls the shoot as being "incredibly fun and rewarding." When not "on screen," Robert has worked on some of San Diego's favorite stages including, North Coast Repertory, Diversionary Theater, Cassius Carter, SDSU, UCSD, and the Tony award winning Old Globe Theater. Of his over 30 theatrical productions, favorite roles include Bobby in "Love! Valour! Compassion!" and Joe Farkus in "Last Night of Ballyhoo." Television credits include "A Tribute to Bob Hope" and "Invisible Man." He is a graduate of the University of San Diego and was also named one of San Diego's leading "Faces to Watch" by the KPBS Pate Awards.

Georgia Jean

Actress/Comedian/Freak of Nature/Token Australian, she hails from Melbourne, Australia. She landed on the shores of the States with $500 in her pocket and a plan to become a superstar. Aided by the benefits of pre show hypnotherapy Georgia made her stunning comedy debut at the World Famous Comedy Store in La Jolla. She quickly climbed the ranks and began appearing regularly in “Hagfest - Women in Comedy Nights” and “The Best Of San Diego Shows”. After less than a year and a half of doing stand up, Georgia was spotted by club owner Mitzi Shore and elevated to the prestigious Comedy Store on Sunset, Hollywood. Georgia Jean performs regularly at many Hollywood clubs The Comedy Store, The Improv, The Laugh Factory, Mixed Nuts, Ha Ha Cafe as well as featuring on out of town road gigs. As an actor she has appeared in “The Bold and the Beautiful” as well as starring in several independent films, amongst them “Fruitcake”, "Cake," and “Custody”. Georgia’s unique perspective combined with her fearlessly committed physicality and energy leaves many an audience member remembering “That crazy Aussie chick”.

Fabio Sandolo

Born and raised in Wilton, CT, but spent his summers in Italy with his grandmother. At the age of eighteen he moved to Denver, CO. There Fabio attended Regis University, where he began his training. After two years, he moved to San Diego where he studied at the University of San Diego. Fabio then continued his education at the London Drama School in England, where he decided to pursue his acting career. Some of Fabio's stage experiences include "South Pacific," "Little Shop of Horrors," "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," "Li'l Abner," "Grease" and "The Scarlet Pimpernel." Fruitcake is Fabio's first film appearance.

Hilary Schwartz

Hilary got her start in Pasadena, CA. A reject for the Rose Parade Court, Hilary pulled her life together and took it down to San Diego where she starred in such plays as "The Kentucky Cycle," "The Man Who Came To Dinner" and "Lend Me a Tenor." Hilary has studied the Stanislavsky Method, honed her improvisational skills and also mastered the craft of scene-stealing. Hilary shines in the film "Fruitcake." She stars as the exuberant and vivacious Susan. Currently Hilary is wrapping up her final year at San Diego State University, where she is busy performing in a series of original One-Act plays.

Rita Furlong

A San Diego native entrenched in the local "Indie" film scene. Since starting acting seven years ago, Rita has appeared and starred in over a dozen independent films and videos including "Fruitcake," "Cake," "Border Stories," "Oh Possum" and "Agent X." Rita has also appeared in two music videos, but is best known as Mrs. White in a little film called "Titanic." In fact, whenever Rita is mentioned in the biz, she is referred to as "Rita Furlong of Titanic." Rita is a marvelous character actress and loves playing ‘the Heavy.’

Jim Henderson

A veteran of the San Diego theatre scene, appearing in plays from "Little Mary Sunshine" to "Loving Comrades." Jim has been penned in the local press as the "Definitive Oscar Wilde." Jim is also an accomplished theatre director, having directed such productions as "Barefoot in the Park," "Community Property" at the Diversionary Theatre, "Citizen Mendez" at the Manhattan Playhouse and "1st Date" at the 6th@Penn Theatre. When Jim isn't acting, he can be found at the 6th@Penn Theatre, where he is currently the director of "Late Night Entertainment." "Fruitcake" is Jim's first film appearance. He hopes that this is the beginning of a beautiful relationship.

Derek Roland

Born and raised in Southeast Missouri on the banks of the Mississippi River, Derek Roland studied acting at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA. He spent two years intensely studying the Meisner acting technique at the Actor's Place in Virginia Beach. Going through this process changed Derek's life and he swears by the Meisner technique. Derek took time off from acting and taught high school for seven years - two years of teaching drama and directing successful school plays. "Fruitcake" is Derek's first short film. Currently Derek is teaching a class on the Meisner technique in San Diego. Acting is his passion and Derek wants to inspire others to pursue their passions to the best of their ability.
Niloo Khodadadeh

Niloo comes from a strong theatre background in San Diego. Her theatre credits include the zany comedy "All in the Timing" and "West Side Story." Niloo has worked on several short indie films, including the soap opera satire "Daze of Hour Lives" and the silent short "Shot Through the Heart." Niloo is most thrilled about her role as Lisa, the "perfect" sister-in-law in "Fruitcake." Niloo is addicted to the "rush" of acting and is making her passion a lifelong career.
Kayla Pankow is nine years old, an A student at her elementary school and attends acting workshops every week. She enjoys acting, reading, writing, rollerblading, bike riding, swimming and being with her family and friends. She is currently working hard and learning the techniques of acting. Kayla has her sights on college and becoming an actress.

Nick Pankow is six years old and attends elementary school. He loves playing soccer, basketball and baseball. Nick likes to play sports outside with his friends, as well as play Little League Soccer and all the Backyard sports games on the computer. Nick has his sights set on today and as he says it "I'm just a kid. I don't know what I want to do yet."

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