The Production Team: The Crew of Boundaries

Meet the magic-makers behind the scenes of Boundaries – The Film – Breaking Barriers One Game at a Time. The Crew: Hugo Liu, Jonathan Heskes, Shawn Santiago, Kyle Dimick, Patrick Ta, Kevin Edilson, Shraddha Sansare Upadhye, Jacob Rennert, Aditi Honawar Sienna Sparks, Sophie Wells, Jay Bolusan, Liam Rizzo and Tanner Casares.

Hugo Liu – 1st Assistant Director

Hugo Liu is a Producer based in the Bay Area. Originally from Hong Kong, he started a career in film working at a camera rental shop, and since expanded to be a producer of award-winning narratives at international and local film festivals.

After his education in Motion Picture, he continues to produce and direct narratives, documentaries, and commercials under his production company, 1111. He has worked as a production assistant, gaffer, camera operator, and production coordinator across Asia and the United States alongside production companies for clients such as Google, Salesforce, eBay, Firefox, and more, and he also interned under Turner Broadcasting in Singapore.

Jonathan Heskes – Key Gaffer

Jonathan Heskes is a Bay Area local, born and raised in the east bay. He comes from a family of artists, so naturally, in an effort to stand out, he pursued medicine for most of his Undergraduate Degree. “However, I took a filmmaking course and the inevitable happened, I became an artist,” says Jon. “By trade, I am an Editor but I have a passion for all facets of the filmmaking process. And nothing beats the thrill of being on set and making a scene look beautiful,” he adds. 

Adalard Shawncey S. Santiago – Key Grip

Shawncey Santiago is a Filipino Filmmaker based in San Francisco Bay Area in California. Currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in Cinematography, Shawncey also works as a photographer and video editor.

With a keen eye for storytelling, Shawn is passionate about capturing compelling visuals that enhance narratives and evoke emotion.

Kyle Dimick – Sound Mix

Kyle Dimick is a Production Sound Mixer, Boom Operator, and Sound Designer from the Bay Area. His experience ranges from commercial to feature-length narratives to low-budget Independent films. Outgoing and enthusiastic, Kyle looks forward to fostering new connections with his fellow crew mates and cast members. As a member of the crew, he is — in his own words — “excited to bring the world of ‘Boundaries’ to life!”

Patrick Ta – Sound Mix

Patrick Ta is a Bay Area based production sound mixer and boom operator with a degree in Radio-Television-Film from San Jose State University and a background in live audio mixing in theatre.

With this experience, he strives to capture the best audio possible at all times, he says.

Kevin Edilson – Sound Boom

Kevin Edilson Chitsungo, is a Musician, Film Composer, Music Producer and Sound Designer from Mozambique, who is currently based in LA. “I always strive to create the best possible sonics for my project regardless of the budget at hand. When my name is on a project I make sure to deliver 100% of the quality I can offer,” is what Kevin has to say about his work.

Sienna Sparks – 1st Assistant Camera

Sophie Emma Wells – 2nd Assistant Director, Scripty

Sophie Emma Wells is an LA Scripty, AD, and Producer who recently graduated from UCLA. She has been working on sets for award-winning narratives, commercials, and music videos since she was 12 years old. Born and raised in Pleasanton, Sophie is very happy to be back in the Bay Area working on a feature film so close to home.

Jarriel (Jay) Bolusan – 2nd Unit Camera Operator/2nd AC Swing

Jarriel Bien Barrientos Bolusan is a Filipino-American filmmaker from San Jose, California. Born and brought up in the South Bay, he is also a United States Marine Corps Veteran with experience as a California Peace Officer. Jarriel currently attends the Academy of Art University, Motion Picture & Television, in San Francisco, CA where he is pursuing a BFA,and a career as a Camera Operator. “I am also an active member of the Society of Camera Operators [SOC]. I got into filmmaking when I was a child; it all started with stories from my imagination, says Jay.

Liam Rizzo – Assistant Camera – Sports

Tanner Casares – Digital Image Technician, Behind The Scenes Photographer

Tanner Casares is a 4671 USMC Combat Videographer Veteran who has been creating films since 2012. Now a freelance Director of Photography, he brings a sharp visual style and disciplined storytelling to every project. His recent work is circulating internationally, including a film featured at FICIMAD 2025.

Shraddha Sansare Upadhye – Production Designer

Shraddha Sansare Upadhye is a Production Designer based in San Francisco, California. She began her career in Bollywood (in Mumbai, India) and has worked on blockbuster films, as well as a Netflix original series.

Shraddha is known to wear many hats and will find a creative solution for any hurdle in the Art Department.

Jacob Rennert – Production Design Assistant

Jacob Rennert is an artist and celebrator of film with 10 years of art direction experience. He is a graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and has experience as a Director and Producer on award-winning productions.

Aditi Honawar – Wardrobe Designer & Coordinator

Aditi’s need for a creative outlet drove her towards theater and films. Much of her journey has been behind the scenes, primarily as a costume/wardrobe designer. In this capacity, she has worked with various theater companies, in the  Bay Area, since 2015. In 2021 she took the plunge as an actor, after working in a short film. Aditi is thrilled to be a part of Boundaries and she’s happy to bring her passion to life. 

Meet the Producers of Boundaries
Meet the Cast of Boundaries