Pursuit of Equality - The Unfinished Work of American Freedom

Emmett Brooks Productions, LLC and Enough Said, LLC make-up an award winning film and television production company which uses its unparalleled passion and style to create unique content and captivating imagery. We are driven by passion coupled with pride.

		Geoff Callan - Director / Producer www.GeoffCallan.com www.imdb.com As a 5th generation San Franciscan, Geoff has over 18 years of experience in the film & television industry. With success on both sides of the camera, Geoff’s most recent “on-camera” credits include co-staring roles in “Pursuit of Happyness” starring Will Smith and directed by Gabriele Muccino, and “Zodiac” starring Mark Ruffalo and directed by David Fincher. Geoff’s television appearances include co-starring roles on Frasier, the NBC Movie of the Week, *“Behind the Camera: The Unauthorized Story of ‘Charlies Angels’”, Lifetime Television’s “Vanished”. Geoff co-stared in and was the associate-producer of the 2004 feature film “Happily, Even After”*. He served as the Vice President of Marketing and Production for The Sporting Channel from 1993-1997 where he wrote, directed, and produced many national broadcast commercials, sketches, and short films. Before teaming with Mike Shaw in 2001, Geoff served as the Executive Producer for One World Network’s (co-founded by Melanie Griffith) “new media” division. He was responsible for all film, video, and internet production. Geoff’s creative storytelling, passionate leadership, and innovative directing continue to inspire audiences.
		Mike Shaw - Director / Editor A Native San Franciscan, Mike was the winner of ABC 7’s Profile of Excellence Award in 2002, and produced “Seth Enslow: The Hard Way”, a captivating extreme sports film that won the Best Film Awards at NBC’s 2000 Gravity Games and ESPN’s 2000 Summer X Games Film Festivals. Since 1993 Mike has been producing and directing cutting edge projects that continue to captivate audiences across the country. As a former Pro Action Sports athlete known for his competitiveness and innovative style, Mike has been able to translate that talent into filmmaking where he is known for his nontraditional angles and flawless cinematography.
		Matt Kennedy - Production Executive Matt Kennedy, a native San Franciscan, has 15 years of experience in the film and television industry. Prior to working on PURSUIT OF EQUALITY, Matt was most recently a consultant for the production company Created By. He was also the post-production coordinator on the Oliver Stone directed film, World Trade Center. His production company, Relentless Pictures, was formed with the goal of developing and producing pictures for the independent market utilizing his prior development and production experience. Prior to forming Relentless Pictures, Matt was a New York based Development Executive working first for Crossroads Films and later at United Artists. During this time he worked as part of a development/production/acquisition team on such films as: Bowling For Columbine, Nicholas Nickelby, City Of Ghosts, Together, Jeepers Creepers II, Pieces Of April, The Woods and Romance & Cigarettes. At United Artists he was also in charge of successfully maintaining first-look deal relationships with American Zoetrope, Crossroads Films, Revolution, Single Cell and Mr. Mudd. Matt also served as a liaison with key MGM executives regarding United Artists projects in development. Matt started his career in the film business at Miramax Films in New York working at various times in publicity, development, finance and the office of the chairman, Harvey Weinstein.
		John Fraser - Associate Producer John graduated from San Francisco State University in 2003 with a degree in Cinema Studies. He has been is an accomplished musician and has been working with Emmett Brooks Productions and Enough Said Productions since 2003. John’s tenacity and instincts proved to be a valuable asset as he contributed a great deal of footage used in the film.
		Paul Byrd - Motion Graphics / Graphic Design John graduated from San Francisco State University in 2003 with a degree in Cinema Studies. He has been is an accomplished musician and has been working with Emmett Brooks Productions and Enough Said Productions since 2003. John’s tenacity and instincts proved to be a valuable asset as he contributed a great deal of footage used in the film.
		Lewis Nelson - Voice Over Artist and Narrator Lewis’s dynamic style and voice make him one of the most sought after artist in the San Francisco Bay Area. myvoiceisdeep@yahoo.com
		John DeBorde - Composer A dynamic composer with roots in classical, rock and ethnic music, John DeBorde brings a refreshing, down to earth approach to each and every project, from feature film and television to promotional, interactive and educational genres. www.johndeborde.com Duane Cramer - Photographer Special Thanks to Duane Cramer for providing the photo of Gavin Newsom used on the DVD and Movie Poster! www.duanecramer.com
		______________________________________ BEHIND THE SCENES If not for the past financial support of over 120 individuals and foundations, we would not have been able to create such an amazing award winning documentary film. Although everyone is acknowledged in the film credits, below is a list of those who we would like to give special recognition. THANK YOU! The Betsy Gordon Foundation, Betsy Gordon Partially funded by a grant from the Kanbar Charitable Trust, Administered by the Jewish Community Endowment Fund, Maurice Kanbar The Bob Ross Estate, Thomas E. Horn The Wallace Alexander Gerbode Foundation, Marcia & Sarge Gerbode Barbara and Robert Callan The Small Change Foundation, James Hormel and Raymond Mulliner Terry Bean AT&T, Troup Coronado PG&E , Brandon Hernandez Alexander Lloyd