Bio Snippets
Josh Sumner
Mark
Josh is a working actor in Chicago, where he also earned an MFA from DePaul University's Theatre School. His theater work ranges from Romeo and Juliet (at the First Folio Shakespeare Festival), to the diaper-clad Artie in Scab, which unfortunately just wrapped. Josh will also be seen this year in the feature film The Human Trace.
Steffani Fort
Lynn
Steffani, a Chicago native, started acting when she was 10 years old, and has recently been garnering appearances on TV, commercials, and independent films.
When she isn't acting, the happy newlywed teaches aerobics, practices pilates, or completes her 12th triathlon.
Robert Lord
Mark's Father
Long before Coffee's crewmembers were born, Bob enlisted in the Marine Corps to fight the Korean War. He married a California girl, and worked for an Aircraft service firm before becoming a licensed real estate broker.
The part-time actor appears in the upcoming Missy and the Maxinator, a teeny bopper adventure movie. He has 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and more are on the way.
Drew Lahat Producer, Director, Editor
Born in Tel-Aviv, Israel, Drew was spending nights in editing suites by the time he was 13. During high school, he joined a youth group that produced a syndicated cable TV show, and filled every conceivable role in over a hundred productions.
Despite a three-year hiatus for his military service, Drew's film bug was stronger than ever. He became an international student at Columbia College Chicago, and recently moved to where all the work is - L.A.
Neal Gustafson Original Score
Neal's extensive experience uniquely blends classical and avant-garde composition, with electronic mixing and producing. He has released 22 singles, including two top-10 Billboard dance singles, and produced projects for labels like 3MD and Warner Bros.
Last year Neal finished his B.A. in composition and audio design, which allowed him to try his hand at philharmonic orchestration in L.A., and greatly contributed to Coffee's music.