Film and Web Projects
Remora: A Modern Folktale
Short Film
After discovering that their fiancé has run off with The Dentist, Dylan (Kevin Cantor) finds themselves alone on the beach with nobody to share their woes with aside from surf and sandpipers. That is until a mysterious beachcomber named Randy (Grace Palmer) appears with some tough love and a new perspective.
Written by Cassie Ahiers and Grace Palmer
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
2022
Spiraling
Spiraling, created by Cassie Ahiers and Grace Palmer, is an offbeat sketch comedy pilot that explores confidently misguided people. Each sketch features the downward spiral of its characters, from an ambitious NBA reporter to an overzealous ad duo on the verge of a social face plant. The pilot’s roster features some of the freshest comedians from Shrill (Hulu), Mrs. Fletcher (HBO), Southside (Comedy Central), Russian Doll (Netflix) and more.
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
The Little Piggy Girls
Comedy Music Videos
Directed and Edited by Cassie Ahiers
Written and Performed by Ryan Asher, Susan Glynn, Sarah Hoffman
Music by Alex Kliner, Brian Heaven Smith, Anthony Lombard
2020/21
Forgot Your Name
Comedy Music Video
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
Written and Performed by Rivkah Reyes (FKA Becca Brown)
Music by Alex Kliner
2019
Just Call Me Ripley
Narrative Web Series
Ripley is a directionless bagel shop employee stuck in the middle of her own directionless coming out story. She is trying to figure out if she’s gay, and much to her disappointment, no one just hands you a gay card. Meanwhile she’s stuck living with her ex fiancé, Dan, who seems to be more accepting of the possibility that’s she’s gay than she is herself. In fact, Ripley is surrounded by accepting people, including coworkers at the bagel shop and her neighbor Butch Donna. Just Call Me Ripley is a comedic coming out story that follows Ripley on her search for identity and love.
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
Written by Shannon Noll
2019
Joe Loves Ice Cream
Comedy Web Series
Everybody loves ice cream, but not many love it as much as Joe. As a devoted, life-long ice cream eater, Joe realized that instead of feeling embarrassed or upset about his unwavering nightly routine, he would try to celebrate it for the sweet, wholesome joy it brings him. In a time where it feels like we're constantly melting into a bigger mess, ice cream can make the world a sweeter place. Joe is on a mission to explore the nostalgic memories swirling through Ice Cream Shops, festivals and makers’ minds. His FroZEN philosophy allows him to chill with new friends across the nation and connect in the special moments powered by ice cream.
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
Written by and Starring Joe Friedman
2018
Check Avail
Unscripted Web Series
Audition life is wack! Check out these real audition horror stories from Chicago actors, with live music and art by Teddy and Allie.
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
Created by Anthony Lombard
Lake Effect
Sketch Comedy Web Series
Chicago isn’t for the faint of heart… Downtown is a madhouse, the train smells like piss, and the weather is infectious. Lake Effect is a collection of comedic scenes that focus on the characters that inhabit the windy city.
Directed by Cassie Ahiers
Written by Cassie Ahiers, Molly Ruthenberg, Harrison O'Neal, Ricky Staffieri, Kaitlin Larson, Anthony Lombard, Jack Gallagher
2014