Tested team

Glenn M. Ratcliffe is a former professional soccer player and a Scottish actor with over thirty years of experience. He trained at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, American Conservatory Theater, and the George Shnadoff Technique, alongside various independent coaches. Previously represented by William Morris and agent Betty Fanning, Glenn possesses special skills in improvisation and dialects; including Irish, British, Southern, Scottish, and Standard American. He has appeared in film, television, theater, commercials, and voiceovers, including notable shows like "Breaking Bad."

Glenn views writing as a spiritual process. In crafting the “Tested” screenplay, he utilized anagram personality types to reflect and mirror the collective consciousness. He meticulously designs his characters to align the microcosm with the macrocosm and incorporates meditation as a tool for character development.

After completing a rough draft of “Tested,” Glenn collaborated with Ben Madeley to refine the screenplay, resulting in a reduction from 120 pages to 98. He has shared his screenplay with various evaluators to polish it for filming.

Stay tuned for excerpts and quotes from his work, which we will be sharing on our Instagram and Facebook pages in the months leading up to the movie release! For more about Glenn, see below.

Jewels Lubin comes from humble beginnings in the American Midwest, specifically Illinois, but she has made Southern California her home for many years. Before re-entering the entertainment industry, Jewels was a top-producing real estate agent in Newport Beach and Beverly Hills. Driven by her creative vision and passion for film, she founded her own production company, Dreyluca Productions, in 2010.

In 2016, Jewels collaborated with Danielle Bisutti on several projects through Perfect Timing Productions, including the Fade In Awards, the Grand Jury Prize-winning short film "Little May," the web series "Damsels," and the feature film proof-of-concept "The Christmas Rebound." In 2010, she partnered with John Luksetich of Go Nuts Films, financing, developing, and producing four independent feature films and several television pilots over six years.

As a multi-passionate entrepreneur and free spirit, Jewels is currently focused on expanding her skill set and collaborating with other filmmakers to create innovative and groundbreaking content. Her expertise in managing complex personal and business interactions, along with her ability to oversee multiple productions, has greatly benefited her projects. Jewels is currently developing three film projects and works as a freelance producer in Los Angeles, California.

Darryl Marshak began his agency career in 1975 at The Robert Littman Co., where he assisted in representing a host of notable actors, writers, and directors, including Oliver Reed ("Gladiator"), Gene Wilder ("Blazing Saddles"), Teri Garr ("Young Frankenstein"), James Mason, Lee J. Cobb, Alice Cooper, Sara Miles, Ken Russell, Nic Roeg, Candy Clark, David Bowie, and David Puttnam. He also played a key role in packaging films such as "The Deer Hunter," "Altered States," "The Man Who Fell to Earth," and "The Woman in Red."

Later, at 20th Century Artists, Marshak helped shape the careers of stars like Ray Liotta ("Goodfellas"), Richard Farnsworth ("The Silver Fox"), Phil Hartman ("Saturday Night Live"), and Ernie Hudson ("Ghostbusters"). He co-founded Littman-Marshak-Wyckoff Associates, representing talent such as Robert Patrick ("Terminator"), Lisa Kudrow ("Friends"), and Seymour Cassel ("Dick Tracy").

Marshak then established Gold Marshak Liedtke Associates (GML) with partners Bonnie Liedtke and Harry Gold. He transitioned into talent management and production with The Marshak/Zachary Company, representing a diverse roster that included Robin Givens, Andrew Divoff, Michael Lerner, Alex Rocco, Curtis Armstrong, Emmy winner Eric Martsolf, Carlos Ponce ("Cristela"), Luke Youngblood, Nicole Gale Anderson ("Beauty and the Beast"), Daniel J. Travanti ("Hill Street Blues"), Dana Davis ("Heroes"), Sonya Eddy ("General Hospital"), Meredith Baxter, and Donna Mills, among others.

After Zachary's departure, Marshak partnered with Alan Mills, who had worked alongside him for 20 years, rebranding the company as Marshak and Mills. Darryl Marshak also executive produced "Tiptoes," featuring Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey, Peter Dinklage ("Game of Thrones"), Kate Beckinsale, Gary Oldman, and Patricia Arquette. Additionally, he produced "Any Day," starring Sean Bean, Eva Longoria, Kate Walsh, and Tom Arnold, which was released on May 1, 2015. Darryl Marshak is a proud member of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and The Television Academy.

 Benny Tjandra is an acclaimed Asian American director, producer, second unit director, writer, action director, choreographer, cinematographer, and editor.

Born on February 24, 1965, in Bandung, a small town on the island of West Java, Indonesia, Benny moved to California at the age of 10 to pursue his dream of becoming a filmmaker. Before relocating to Los Angeles, he made a promise at his mother’s gravesite to do whatever it takes to become one of the best filmmakers in Hollywood and beyond. His love for cinema led him to work as an actor, stuntman, and fight choreographer in television and independent feature films, leveraging his martial arts training.

Benny's prolific career began in childhood when he created short films using a pro-consumer camera and an 8MM camera. Despite lacking formal training, he has directed a number of successful films across various genres. His notable works include the upcoming action feature "Prey of Wrath" (2023), as well as "American Western" (2022), "Kill Plan" (2021), "Nation Fire" (2019), "Syndicate Smasher" (2017), and "Bloodline: Love Sick 2" (2018). He has produced over 20 feature films and has nine upcoming projects in pre-production for 2023.

From a young age, Benny immersed himself in the world of film, self-educating in various roles including producer, director, writer, editor, camera operator, location sound recordist, gaffer, set designer, casting director, stunt coordinator, and more.

In 2009, Benny founded his production company, "New GenerAsian Pictures," in Los Angeles. He has established significant connections in the USA, Indonesia, and the Philippines, providing all necessary resources for film production, including crew, locations, equipment, and talent.

Benny has received accolades at the Golden Reel International Film Festival for "The Protégé Projects: Chapter 1," winning Best Action Director in 2022, and Best Director in 2021 at the Festigious International Film Festival.

Regarded as a visionary director, Benny Tjandra's work has made a substantial impact on the Hollywood industry. His films continue to transcend genres and styles, engaging audiences and inspiring the next generation of filmmakers.

Stefan Colson is a talented director of photography, editor, and producer based in Los Angeles. His 2015 feature film "Honeyglue" received critical acclaim and garnered awards during its festival run, including recognition at the Napa Valley Film Festival, Big Island Film Festival, San Luis Obispo Film Festival, and Orlando Film Fest.

The year 2018 marked a significant milestone for Stefan, with the release of several feature films: "We Are Boats," "Valentine’s DayZ," "B.B. King: On The Road," and "Los Angeles Overnight," along with the ongoing TV comedy series "Bob and Vargas."

Driven by a passion for creation, Stefan transitioned from nearly a decade as a jazz trumpet player and producer/recording engineer to embrace the art of visual storytelling. With extensive experience across a diverse range of digital formats—including music videos, commercials, and feature films—he brings a wealth of multimedia production expertise, characterized by stunning imagery and compelling narratives.

Ben Madeley  is a British screenwriter who has a varied background which began with a productive career within the hospitality industry including restaurants, hotel, and cinema. Through this, Ben found his calling, and in early 2016 pursued his career as a screenwriter, beginning extensive research into the industry and developing his passion further. Towards the end of 2016, Ben was beginning to take small jobs in copywriting, blogs and even YouTube dialogues as well as establishing life-long connections. 

By 2018, Ben was commissioned his first feature length screenplay as a ghost-writer for an untitled sci-fi project through a small indie producer.  Although this was a great start, Ben wanted to excel his career further and reached out to fellow writers to collaborate, creating wonderful content along the way. Through this he met fellow writer J. Knobel and began to collaborate on a variety of works, including a new feature set on the island of Mallorca, with its own original music attached.

Ben continues to work with his clients, improving their screenplays and helping their visions become a reality, all whilst continuing to develop his upcoming seven-episodic TV series, and continually develop new concepts that push the boundaries of imagination

Ben is and has been  a valuable asset in the way of lending his expert opinion and feedback to prepare the Tested  screenplay for filming..

Bernard Hiller is a world-renowned Hollywood acting coach, business trainer, and life coach, celebrated for his transformative impact on artistic performance, dynamic public speaking, and success strategies over the past 29 years.

He is the author of the groundbreaking book “Stop Acting - Start Living,” a revolutionary guide to achieving success in both show business and life, which has been translated into Italian, Spanish, and Russian. His upcoming book, “The Revolutionary Guide to Acting,” is set to be released in November 2022.

Bernard has trained some of the top artists in Hollywood and has played a pivotal role in launching the careers of many well-known television and film actors, including Cameron Diaz and numerous others. His impressive roster of clients includes Jeff Goldblum, Shira Haas, Evan Peters, LL Cool J, Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Dornan, Vanessa Hudgens, Milena Smit, Suki Waterhouse, Fernando Cayo, A.R. Rahman, Emma Roberts, Lionel Richie, Billy Crystal, Michael Bolton, Emilio Rivera, and Chace Crawford, to name just a few.

His unique coaching techniques have garnered attention worldwide, featuring prominently in television shows and magazines. He is honored to have the endorsement of industry luminaries such as Samuel L. Jackson, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Deepak Chopra. Bernard has contributed articles to The Huffington Post, Positively Positive, and UK’s Daily Mail, sharing insights on how to succeed in Hollywood and life. In recent years, he has been sought after for interviews regarding Academy Award predictions and has served as a jury member at numerous film festivals globally.

In addition to his work on movie sets, Bernard frequently conducts sold-out acting masterclasses worldwide, having taught in over 26 countries to date. Esteemed figures like Al Pacino, Peter Farrelly, Bruce Dern, and Bryan Cranston have participated in his masterclasses.

Bernard has also trained performers and opera singers in major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, London, and Venice. Notably, he held a special workshop at the Shimon Peres Peace Center in Tel Aviv, fostering collaboration between Palestinians and Israelis.

We are excited to welcome Bernard on board as a coach for the upcoming film “Tested.”