Movie star Veronika LondonIn the span of about a year, Veronika London has seemingly come from nowhere to being one of the fastest, hottest actresses shooting out of Canada into America mainstream after appearing in two TV- Series for “HBO” and “ SHOWTIME”. Maxim has placed her beauty on par with Megan Fox and Angelina Jolie in a spread in 2009, naming her “The Megan Fox of Hollywood North”. Not just another pretty face, London’s anticipated starring role as a heroin addict with amnesia in the Independent film” Jane Doe” and feature film “Black Eve” will sure be projects to keep an eye on, showcasing more than “pretty roles”. Like most well known Hollywood stars, London’s acting roots came from the Independent film scene prior breaking into mainstream television and film. London who was named a “Bloody Scream Queen” by CinemaFern TV is set to host Toronto Screamfest on September 23rd , 2010 at The Fox Theatre .Toronto Screamfest is the brainchild of Mike Klassen and partner Kyle Parry, who have put together an event for new and pro film makers to showcase their talent. The night will be consisting of first time featured shorts, official shorts which are in the current festival circuit and the screening of Adam Green’s feature film “FROZEN” (Courtesy of Anchor Bay Entertainment). The night is sponsored by SKG Films, Film Army and the incredible people at Anchor Bay Entertainment! Below is the full list of films and links to all things Screamfest! First Time Film Makers: Official Short Selection: “Case Study” Directed by Torin Langden “Done Like Dinner” Directed by Tobias Kiel Official Featured Short Film Selections: “Worm” Directed by Zach Green “Remote” Directed by Marc Roussel “Victim” Directed by Ryan Barrett “Expired Poetry” Directed by Chris Lawson “Until Death” Directed by Mike Klassen Feature Film Presentation: “Frozen” Directed by Adam Green (screened on 35mm) We had to catch up with our Product Model, London to find out her thoughts on the Indie film scene. Q & A VERONIKA LONDON AND THE INDEPENDENT TORONTO FILM SCENE What are your thoughts of the Independent film Scene? I’ve been extremely lucky to work with some really great talent in the Indie film scene. I’m very much drawn to actor driven roles which I find it seems to be a niche in Independent film project as the budgets are not for Hollywood Glam. Have you worked with the “brainchild’s” (Mike or Kyle) of Screamfest before? Yes, I worked with Director Mike Klassen about a year ago on a short grindhouse film named “Stripped”. Are their any other directors whose films are being screened at the event that you have worked with? Yes, I worked with Marc Roussel on a short film named “The Elusive Man” which recently won BEST DIRECTING at the International Action On Film in California. I learned something very important during the casting and audition for this project. Directors/producers will sometimes cast completely the opposite of what they had in mind.
My part was initially intended for a male actor. I play the leader of a mob. Any bad experiences working on an independent project? Ha, interesting question! I wouldn’t say “bad” more like challenging. In a nutshell there is really nothing glamorous about this industry besides attending screenings and premiers. Till this date, what has been your favorite project to work on either short or feature? I’ve taken, learned something from all projects. One that stands out is “Jane Doe”. It has been my favorite because it has been my most challenging.
I knew I was opening up an internal can of poison worms by taking on the role but I figured if “it” didn’t kill me in real life then something magical was bound to happen in front of the camera. You moved up pretty quick in a span of a year, how did you do it? After my training, auditioning about 13 times a week on all projects and meeting new people. I really believe it’s all about being at the right place and right time prepared. You can only obtain that by continuously putting yourself “out there’. What roles are you more inclined to take on? Depends on my state- anything reckless, villain type or heroic. I use acting as a form of expression. Whatever I feel in my life is usually portrayed on the roles I take on. What Canadian actors do you admire?Any Canadian directors you would like to work with? Atom Egoyan. Unlike some reviews, I really enjoyed the movie Chloe, but then again I’m drawn to projects that more disturbing yet intriguing to watch. Some major Hollywood film have been described as not being honest and truthful in the arts – do you think Independent films are more honest and truthful? I aspire to work in major Hollywood Blockbuster films. I believe an actor can bring truth and honesty to any project- that’s our job- to showcase honesty and truth from imaginary circumstances that we must believe are real despite how crazy they might be. That’s why some of us go crazy after- For more information on Toronto Screamfest Check out: www.facebook.com/torontoscreamfestwww.twitter.com/torontoscreamswww.skgfilms.comwww.facebook.com/skgfilms
Product Model Veronika London Hosts Toronto Screamfest
My part was initially intended for a male actor. I play the leader of a mob. Any bad experiences working on an independent project? Ha, interesting question! I wouldn’t say “bad” more like challenging. In a nutshell there is really nothing glamorous about this industry besides attending screenings and premiers. Till this date, what has been your favorite project to work on either short or feature? I’ve taken, learned something from all projects. One that stands out is “Jane Doe”. It has been my favorite because it has been my most challenging.
I knew I was opening up an internal can of poison worms by taking on the role but I figured if “it” didn’t kill me in real life then something magical was bound to happen in front of the camera. You moved up pretty quick in a span of a year, how did you do it? After my training, auditioning about 13 times a week on all projects and meeting new people. I really believe it’s all about being at the right place and right time prepared. You can only obtain that by continuously putting yourself “out there’. What roles are you more inclined to take on? Depends on my state- anything reckless, villain type or heroic. I use acting as a form of expression. Whatever I feel in my life is usually portrayed on the roles I take on. What Canadian actors do you admire?Any Canadian directors you would like to work with? Atom Egoyan. Unlike some reviews, I really enjoyed the movie Chloe, but then again I’m drawn to projects that more disturbing yet intriguing to watch. Some major Hollywood film have been described as not being honest and truthful in the arts – do you think Independent films are more honest and truthful? I aspire to work in major Hollywood Blockbuster films. I believe an actor can bring truth and honesty to any project- that’s our job- to showcase honesty and truth from imaginary circumstances that we must believe are real despite how crazy they might be. That’s why some of us go crazy after- For more information on Toronto Screamfest Check out: www.facebook.com/torontoscreamfest www.twitter.com/torontoscreams www.skgfilms.com www.facebook.com/skgfilms
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