Mamie Jean Calvert is a distinguished professional in the realm of entertainment, boasting a multifaceted career that spans over 30 years. She has excelled as an award-winning screenwriter, accomplished author, seasoned movie producer, adept director, and talented actress who has appeared in numerous films. Her keen understanding of the filmmaking process and her ability to breathe life into characters on both sides of the camera have solidified her reputation as a versatile and accomplished industry figure.
Mamie Jean’s accolades include winning Writer of the Year at the AOF Film Festival for her script “Sunshine” and Best Screenplay for “Murder By Design“. Throughout her career, she has produced and directed over 200 cable TV shows and more than a dozen shorts for Channel 53 in Los Angeles. She notably wrote shows for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department for the D.A.R.E Program and produced and directed a dozen 10-minute shorts for Beverly Hills High School. Her contributions have earned her a remarkable 25 awards across various categories.
She wrote and produced the feature film “In the Eyes of a Killer” directed by and starring Louis Mandylor of “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” fame. The film also features Costas Mandylor (Saw IV and Saw V), James Marshall (Twin Peaks and A Few Good Men), Gwendolyn Edwards (The Last Confederate), and Petri Hawkins Byrd (Judge Judy). Released by Monarch Films, “In the Eyes of a Killer” has garnered 12 film awards, showcasing Mamie Jean’s talent as both a writer and producer.
Mamie Jean Calvert owns Ambra Productions, LLC, and her extensive screen credits can be viewed on IMDb. Her latest endeavor, released in February 2024, is “In the Eyes of a Killer” a book that includes the screenplay, preproduction details, cast and crew notes, behind-the-scenes insights into film production, awards, and screening information (available on Amazon). Her other published works include “Tales From Inside the Outhouse“, “Gianna: Short Stories by Mamie Jean Calvert” and “Murder By Design“.
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