DIRECTOR

John Settles is an indie filmmaker and creative consultant from Atlanta, GA. Graduating from Oglethorpe University in May 2022 with a B.A. in Communications, focused in Public Relations and Creative Writing, he began his journey into filmmaking in June 2022, and since then has assisted with the development for various creative projects, serving as a creative consultant on numerous music videos and short films by local indie artists, and assisted with the direction and creation of a mini-documentary about a live theater series.

“fear not.” marks the start of his journey in uniting HIV advocacy with the faith community together through film and conversation, working with communities such as the CounterNarrative Project, Positive Impact Health Centers, the Vision Cathedral of Atlanta, and more.

JEREMIAH

Tony George is an Atlanta-based, Alabama-grown actor and model. He is portraying Jeremiah in the film “Fear Not”. Tony has extensive experience across theatre, films and TV shows, including “The Summer I Turned Pretty” and “Wonder Years”, as well as several short films. He received his degree in Communication and Media Studies with a concentration in Theatre and Performing from Auburn University in 2020. Tony believes you should celebrate how far you’ve come, to give you the hunger to keep going for something more.

WESLEY

Known by many names, including Marc with C and The Kid with the Million Dollar Smile, Gem Marc Collins (He/Him) is a Child of God who loves telling stories in a Sensational way. From his big screen debut in the movie TILL, to appearing in Times Square with Foot Locker, Gem Marc is grateful to be a part of projects that move people, and fear not is one project he is beyond proud and humble to be a part of.

ANDRE

Patrick Hamilton Jr. (He/They) is so excited to be a part of “fear not.” ! You may have seen him in the Strand Theatre’s production of Big City Dreams, or as Person on the Left in Out Front Theatre’s One in Two. He is a graduate of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts B.F.A Musical Theatre Program at Howard University. He thanks God, his family, and friends for love and allowing him to do what he loves most!

PASTOR LAWRENCE

Born in New Orleans, LA raised in Saginaw, MI, Randolph Patrick developed a love for the arts in his teen years. His passion for his craft and hard work can be seen on TV, such as a special appearance on Fatal Attraction on TVONE and in Tubi specials such as A Taste of Betrayal and My Favorite Holiday. Randolph Patrick is excited to be in the role of Pastor Lawrence and be a part of the “fear not.” project.