CP was founded in 2003 by a group of filmmakers and travelers with production experience in over 20 countries for a variety of causes and clients. Their past work varied from commercials for Ford to NGO’s such as English Language Institute China and the Crisis Pregnancy Center. CP produces a variety of products including non-fiction films, short films, and the occasional project for a client. CP produced the award-winning documentary Dear Francis about an AIDS prevention campaign in Swaziland. Dear Francis is airing on Showtime television and The Movie Channel throughout 2008.

Producer | David Mahanes
David has overseen the production of documentaries, promotional videos, and short films over the last four years, including the award-winning documentary Dear Francis. He has produced and filmed projects in several countries including, Swaziland, Rwanda, Kenya, Mexico, Turkey, Thailand, and Morocco. Previously David worked with I-40 Films, a film/video production company, where he oversaw the production of commercials including award winning spots for Ford and the Carolina Hurricanes.

David graduated from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama with a B.A. in History and Political Science. For three years, he provided leadership to a community outreach program for at-risk high school students in Northwest Pasadena. David worked at Lake Avenue Church as a high school small group director for four years. He continues to enjoy working with and mentoring several college age students. Prior to moving to California, David spent four years as the personal assistant to Governor George Voinovich of Ohio.

Director | Brent Gudgel
Brent has directed documentaries, promotional videos, and short films over the past four years, including the award-winning feature documentary Dear Francis. He has worked on projects in over 20 countries, including Vietnam, Thailand, China, Tibet, Uzbekistan, Tanzania, Indonesia, and the Czech Republic. Previously Brent directed projects for clients such as Ford, English Language Institute China, and Crisis Pregnancy Center. He also directed the short films Athena’s Drive-Through Counseling Center and Smokin’ the Habit, both winning awards at film festivals.

Brent graduated from Azusa Pacific University in 2002, Summa Cum Laude, with a B.A. in Communication Studies. For two years Brent worked at Lake Avenue Church with their high school group and their young adult service. He also served on staff with Young Life in Claremont, CA. Aside from film work, Brent recently co-wrote the book Before You Get Engaged, which was
released through Thomas Nelson Publishing in January 2008.