Staff

The Ripley Gazette — Staff

Meet the people who shape the stories of Ripley.

Trisha Gianesin
Director
Trisha leads the vision behind WORN, shaping its world from concept to screen. With a background in immersive, character-driven storytelling, she is dedicated to building narratives that blur the line between memory, myth, and reality.
Alex Kudrna
Executive Producer
Alex oversees production strategy and execution for WORN, guiding the project from development through realization. Known for his steady leadership and problem-solving instincts, he brings structure and momentum to Ripley’s unfolding story.
Katherine Vazquez
Casting Director / Co-Founder, 6MP Films
Katherine plays a pivotal role in shaping the faces of WORN, bringing together a cast that feels both grounded and unsettlingly real. As Co-Founder of 6MP Films, she helps drive the creative and strategic direction behind the studio.
Michael Thomas Determan
Director of Photography
Michael captures the visual language of WORN, translating atmosphere and tension into powerful on-screen imagery. His eye for composition and mood helps give Ripley its haunting, immersive presence.
Mike Underwood
Screenwriter
Mike is one of the original writers behind WORN, shaping the foundations of Ripley and its unsettling mythology. His work blends grounded emotion with psychological tension, helping define the story’s core voice.
Alex Kellett
Screenwriter
Alex is an original writer of WORN, contributing to the film’s layered narrative and evolving sense of dread. Through character and atmosphere, he helps expand Ripley’s world and deepen its emotional and thematic impact.