About SAINT JAMES

Christopher Michael is a storyteller by instinct, training, and lived experience. His career began in the world of reality television, where he first appeared on camera in several nationally broadcast shows. But his true creative force emerged behind the scenes, where he rose to become the Sr. VP of  Development  at a major reality TV production company. In this role, he helped shape hundreds of hours of unscripted content, honing his ability to find the human thread in any story and bring emotionally compelling moments to the screen.

Now stepping into the world of narrative filmmaking, Christopher brings with him the same urgency, empathy, and relentless energy that fueled his reality television success. His debut feature film, Saint James, is both deeply personal and socially driven, blending his professional storytelling instincts with the intimate truths of his own life. The story is inspired by his work as Board President of a nonprofit adoption agency, where he has witnessed firsthand the complexity, heartbreak, and transformative beauty of adoption and foster care. The characters in Saint James are not just imagined—they are informed by years of advocacy, connection, and real human struggle.

Christopher’s love of entertainment began early, performing on stage as a child in the national tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Company. It was on that tour that he first learned the emotional power of performance, the mechanics of audience connection, and the sacred trust between a story and the people who receive it.

In every medium—be it reality TV, scripted film, or live stage—Christopher’s goal is the same: to entertain, to move, and to remind people they are not alone. His work reflects a fascination with broken people, beautiful messes, and the quiet strength it takes to rebuild what the world has tried to erase.

Christopher lives in Houston with his husband, Brian Ritter, an accomplished Orchestra Executive. Together, they are raising their four-year-old daughter, Ella, whose joy, curiosity, and presence inspire him daily to create work that is honest, brave, and full of heart.

Theodora Dunlap is an Emmy Award-winning producer of narrative and documentary films. Her work has been showcased at major film festivals worldwide, including eleven premieres at the Sundance Film Festival between 2012 and 2020.

Her recent producing credits include The Independent (Relativity Media), Long Weekend (Sony), and Born to Play (ESPN). At Sundance, her films have consistently earned recognition, from Farewell Amor (IFC, 2020) and The Last Shift (Sony, 2020) to the Emmy Award-winning documentary The Sentence (HBO, 2018). Her festival-acclaimed works include Hearts Beat Loud (Gunpowder & Sky, Sundance 2018), An Evening with Beverly Luff Linn (NBCUniversal, Sundance 2018), The Hero (The Orchard, Sundance 2017), and Other People (Netflix, Sundance 2016).

Her earlier Sundance premieres include Cop Car (Focus World, 2015), Infinitely Polar Bear (Sony Pictures Classics, 2014), God's Pocket (IFC, 2014), and Robot & Frank (Sony, 2012). Beyond Sundance, her films have screened at SXSW, Tribeca Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and numerous international festivals.

During her time on America’s Got Talent, Christina won over the judges and won the hearts of America– making it all the way to the semifinals. Christina was also noted to be quite the speaker during her time on national television. News publications such as USA Today, Forbes, People.com, The Houston Chronicle, and Billboard Magazine all featured her as the performer with a message of positivity while also “blowing the roof off of the Dolby Theater”.

Christina has also appeared in professional productions with grand success. Her stage credits include Ursula in The Little Mermaid, Sour Kangaroo in Seussical and Sylvia in All Shook Up with Theatre Under The Stars, as well as Charilee in Honky Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular at Stages Repertory Theatre, Jewel in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and Motormouth Maybelle in Hairspray at Art Park Players. Christina was a featured soloist in Super Bowl LIVE! presented by Verizon Wireless. 

From her time inspiring others as a Semi-Finalist on America’s Got Talent, to her appearances at schools, women’s conferences and benefits across the nation, Christina Wells is constantly uplifting audiences with her own unique brand of motivational entertainment.

You can find Christina performing nationwide and inspiring the world with her powerhouse voice and her heartfelt message of hope and love. Her original single “Ready Or Not” gives voice to the broken and bullied, and Christina hopes to always inspire others with her story of rejection to redemption.

James  began his career behind the camera at just 16, tracking thoroughbreds, trotters, and greyhounds for SKY RACING across rural New South Wales. By 17, he had relocated to Sydney as a news camera operator for the Nine Network, covering everything from bushfires and political scandals to riots and court cases—an early crash course in speed, precision, and storytelling under pressure.

After four years on the front lines of broadcast journalism, James went freelance and launched Beat.Productions in 2007. He quickly made his mark by producing and shooting Defhead, one of Australia’s first live-music webcasts, and the nationally syndicated children's TV series Groove Delicious. His credits soon expanded to include corporate work, music videos, and two seasons of Ngāti NRL, a groundbreaking Indigenous sports documentary series for TVNZ.

By 24, James had relocated to Los Angeles, where he continued to hone his craft across film, television, and live production. With a rugged work ethic, a sharp eye for visual storytelling, and years of experience managing both talent and crew, James brings a dynamic, no-nonsense energy to every set. Whether working in high-stakes live environments or tightly choreographed shoots, he’s a creative force and a steady hand in equal measure.

James Sharp is a powerhouse editor with over twenty years of experience crafting emotionally resonant, visually seamless stories — especially in the world of unscripted television. Based in Dallas and fluent in both English and Spanish, James brings not only technical excellence but also an innate understanding of pacing, structure, and storytelling that elevates every project he touches.

A graduate of the Art Institute of Dallas, James spent over a decade at a top post-production company where he edited everything from national commercial campaigns to political spots, corporate content, short films, and groundbreaking reality TV. Since stepping into the freelance world in 2015, he’s expanded his reach even further — working on hit reality series seen by millions around the globe.

James is an expert in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere, with strong capabilities in After Effects and Photoshop. His experience also spans color grading, media management, and troubleshooting — making him a trusted go-to for projects that demand precision and creative excellence.

For more than a decade, James has worked hand-in-hand with producer Christopher Michael, creating powerful stories and, quite simply, making magic happen. Loyal, detail-driven, and relentlessly hard-working, James doesn’t just cut footage — he builds worlds, finds truth in chaos, and delivers stories that move people.

Chris Hill  has delivered successful branding and marketing solutions to a wide range of high-profile clients worldwide, such as Hines, Skanska, Crescent Real Estate Equities, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Morgan Stanley, Michael Douglas’ Wildcat Ranch, The Rockefeller Group, and Hillwood Development, to name a few.

HILL specializes in lifestyle branding and marketing solutions, combining the best of our two worlds of experience—customized, integrated marketing strategies and award-winning creative design—for premium mixed-use, residential, destination resort (often with a luxury branded hotelier component), and one-of-a-kind “legacy” developments, sited in new districts, cities, and towns, including both urban and rural locales.

HILL’s reputation stands on our ability to orchestrate the multiple facets that characterize the complex marketing strategies of these real estate developments. We are expert at creating a consistent voice and image, and at weaving a cohesive brand throughout all deliverables used in the marketing plan to reach the target audience.

Judy Frow is a seasoned stage and film production professional with over 19 years of experience managing live performances, theatrical productions, and talent-driven projects. With a background in high-pressure environments ranging from corporate general sessions to full-scale stage shows, Judy has stage managed hundreds of productions and worked with a wide spectrum of artists—from A-list actors and musicians to emerging performers and crews.

Known for her direct, no-nonsense leadership style and fierce commitment to excellence, Judy thrives in creative chaos and brings order, focus, and precision to every production she touches. Her ability to communicate clearly and command respect—while also supporting and empowering talent—makes her an indispensable force both backstage and on set.

Whether wrangling a cast of divas, managing technical teams, or keeping productions running on time and on budget, Judy delivers with grit, grace, and a deep love for the art of live and filmed performance. Always ready to travel and take on new challenges, she brings passion, professionalism, and a fearless energy to every project.