SYNOPSIS
A dysfunctional L.A. family hires a mysterious babysitter who changes their lives.
PANELIST BIOS
Morgan Krantz, writer, director
Morgan is an actor, writer and director in LA. His feature directorial debut, BABYSITTER, premiered at SXSW 2015 where Morgan was named one of 12 breakout talents at by IndieWIRE magazine citing his “gentle, unassuming style that taps into its troubled protagonist’s point of view…proof of Krantz’s promise behind the camera.” Morgan’s comedic web-series, Neurotica, which he co-created and stars in, was a viral sensation online and boasts several million views. The show was sold to Endemol Beyond and they are currently financing a 2nd season in association with acclaimed TV producers Lee Eisenberg & Gene Stupnitsky (The Office, Hello Ladies). As an actor, Morgan has appeared on countless TV shows including Girls, Doll & Em, House of Lies, The League and countless more. Most recently, he booked a starring role in the Comedy Central pilot POWER COUPLE alongside Noel Wells. The show revolves around an inseparable, highly opinionated couple who constantly clash with modern social mores, making life difficult for friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and themselves.
Luke Baybak, producer, actor
Lucius has most recently appeared on such shows as American Horror Story, Mad Men, Married, and Rosewood. He got his feet wet producing several viral comedy sketches, which prompted him to co-create his own web show about a pathetic parking enforcement officer, entitled, Park It Up, which gained a dedicated following and garnered several million views. He then produced and acted in a couple award winning short films, Let’s Be Civil, Kenneth! starring Beth Reisgraf and The Cyclist starring Shannyn Sossamon, which enjoyed an international festival run premiering at Palm Springs Film Festival, as well as a run of airings on the PBS network. Following his short film success, Lucius took on producing his first feature length film, entitled Babysitter, which had its world premiere at the SXSW Film Festival. Babysitter was then picked up for distribution by Marvista Entertainment and is currently available for your viewing pleasure on all Digital and On-Demand platforms.
