ichigan native Jordon Ewers developed a lust for adventure at a very young age. Initially fascinated as a toddler by Mr. Fred Rogers’ Land of Make Believe, he has since gladly lost himself to innumerable universes in the genres of fantasy & science fiction, role-playing, video games and movies. However, he was never satisfied with playing make-believe and sought experiences that would bring his dreams of leading an extraordinary life to reality. Jordon met and became friends with Jeff Morgan and Andrew Tomlinson while attending Northern Michigan University where he studied international political systems, history and military science. Jordon’s interest in accelerating the Human Endeavor through self study as well as intellectual and martial disciplines flourished through cooperative creative endeavors with Jeff in varied media. After college, this search led him to military service, travel abroad, and a growing interest in social relationships and interpersonal communication. FOLK LORE offered Jordon an opportunity to re-enter the world of make-believe in a mature role that challenged and ultimately strengthened his physical endurance, spiritual beliefs, and desire to live a life for good and a higher calling.

Audrey Lucero resides somewhere in Michigan’s eastern upper peninsula. Aside from acting, Audrey enjoys painting, sewing, embroidery, martial arts, and medieval reenactment.

Piotr Burchard, A native of Poland, Piotr has studied in the United States since his senior year of high school. Piotr earned a bachelor’s of science in psychology from Northern Michigan University in 2004, and is currently a master’s candidate at Indiana State University. Aside from acting, Piotr recreates by engaging in medieval combat reenactment, as well as extreme camping.

Ben Dawson, In addition to Ben’s role as the vampire in Folk Lore, he also acted as the official metal smith in residence during the course of the production.  Ben has a keen interest in the martial arts, with a focus on the Brazilian capoeira.  Ben is currently attending Northern Michigan University with a focus in metal smithing.

Stacey Griffith makes her film debut in Folk Lore. Stacey is a Northern Michigan actress currently living in Traverse City, MI and has acted with several companies in the region including The Old Towne Playhouse, Leelanau Players, and the Riverside Shakespeare Company. Some of her favorite rolls include “Mrs. Joe” in Great Expectations and “Viola” in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Stacey has also produced and directed several stage productions, as well as providing voice talent for local radio.

Al Lien (High Druid Joseph) - Al moved to the Traverse City area from Chicago (after a brief stint in Wilmington, North Carolina) in 1998. Since his arrival, Al has been very active with both the Old Town Playhouse and The Leelanau Players, performing as an actor, set-builder and director for various projects. Al has also helped to create radio and broadcast commercials, as well as participate in minor movie parts during his stay in Wilmington.

Jeffrey T. Morgan (Writer, Director, Producer, Editor) - Jeff has been studying the arts for as long as he can remember. From illustration to music to moving pictures, his passions have always been in the expression and investigation of emotion. Ever digging deeper to explore that which inspires, motivates and drives people to act as they do. After earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Northern Michigan University, he moved out to Los Angeles to further his education. Jeff found work at an independent production company as well as on major studio productions, where he learned many aspects of production, post-production, and distribution. He now resides in the state he calls home, choosing Michigan as the backdrop for his directorial debut.

Andrew Tomlinson (Producer) - A life long resident of northern Michigan, Andrew was born in Traverse City, but has since spent substantial time in the beautifully rugged Upper Peninsula. Always fostering a deep love of film, Andrew graduated with honors from Northwestern Michigan College with an Associates of the Arts. Intrigued by the human psyche and higher brain function, Andrew completed a bachelors of science in psychology (Magna Cum Laude) from Northern Michigan University. As both an avid outdoorsman and a student of both oriental and western martial arts, Andrew seeks to combine the inherent rustic beauty of Northern Michigan with the artful complexities of the human form. As co-founder of Prometheus Motion Pictures, Andrew seeks to provide meaningful entertainment with a preliminary focus on all that his striking home state has to offer.

Tobias Dawson, a native of Misery Bay in Michigan’s frozen backwater, is a graduate of Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor’s of Fine Art in jewelry making, metal craft and blacksmithing. As an artist, Toby is comfortable with many mediums and techniques, and has worked to develop a wide range of skills in both the two and three-dimensional realms. This flexibility allows for quick role changes from fine artist to designer to craftsman. Some of his special interests include the study of ancient metal working techniques and design, culture and life in the European dark ages, and the mythology and literature of that period. This background of intense personal research gives Toby a solid foundation of knowledge and experience that allows him to extrapolate designs that appear to have origins in past times.

Mark P Leonard, Hailing from the Western New York area, Mark’s determination and insight has allowed him the opportunity to forge ahead on his chosen life’s journey. With a classical background in music composition, Mark has written for film, commercials, video games, large and small ensembles and solo piano. After earning a Bachelor’s in Music Composition and a Master’s in Film Scoring, Mark started MPL Music to work freelance with Chicago music houses and other local companies. Mark has worked with The DePaul Documentary Project, Raw Thrills Inc., The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Spank! Music and Sound Design, Emoto, Jkbu Productions, and Prometheus Motion Pictures. Striving to make music that not only entertains but moves a person to deep emotion, Mark constantly expands his envelope of sound and experiment.