About THE FOLLOWER

May, 2019

The Director

Patricia Frontain: Director/Writer/Producer

Patricia Frontain began her career in filmmaking as a script supervisor for features films, episodic television and commercials. Most notably, she has been the main script supervisor for NBC’s Chicago PD for since the show premiered in 2013.

After 20 + years in the scripty chair, Patricia moved over into the director’s chair. She made her network directorial debut on March 24, 2023 on Lifetime Network with a movie entitled “Twisted Sister,” starring Mena Suvari.

Before directing television, Patricia was at the helm of many short films. Most notable are “Light,” starring Marina Squerciati and Amy Morton; “The Follower,” starring Jon Seda and Kara Killmer; “Unknowing,” starring David Eigenberg, Phil Tyler and Ajani; and “RIP”, starring Sylvie Sadarnac and Guy Van Swearingen.

Patricia’s series of anti-gun violence Public Service Announcements entitled “Shattered” feature actors from Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, and Chicago MED and have aired nationally.

In 2015, her 14-year old son was caught in gang gunfire and lost his life. To honer her son and help eradicate the senseless loss of life to gun violence, Patricia created a viable non profit entitled Patrick Lives On. With the help of the casts and crews of Chicago PD, Chicago Fire and Chicago Med, the NFP enables Chicago youth to attend the after school activity of their choice in hopes of keeping them away from gangs and gun violence. This creative team also produces the above-mentioned, inspirational short films, which are distributed pro bono to counseling and detention centers with a suggested discussion packet.

All of Patricia’s short films have their first screening at the Patrick Lives On annual Film Showcase hosted by Resolution Digital Studios and Cinespace Film Studios in Chicago. The showcase has become a highly-attended Chicago film industry networking event, as well as a fundraiser for Patrick Lives On.   

Credits       

Scott Thiele: Director of Photography

Freelance Cinematographer

Blake Armstrong: Writer

Chicago writer whose work spans across several mediums including short stories, comics, and films.

Rocco Cataldo: Producer

Award-winning filmmaker, directing an array of films, music videos, commercials, and new media

William EichlerProducer

Camera and Steadicam Operator on the TV show Chicago FIRE. Producer and co-host of the “Civil War Digital Digest”.

Mike Kweilford: Producer

EMMY® Award-Winning producer and EMMY® Nominated cinematographer.

​Jon Seda: Husband

Portrayed “Det. Dawson” in NBC Hit Series Chicago PD. Multiple TV, Feature, Theater Credits

​Kara Kilmer: Wife  

Currently portrays Paramedic “Sylvie Brett” in the NBC Hit Series Chicago FIRE. Multiple TV, Feature, Theater Credits

​The Cast & Crew

Jon Seda

Kara Kilmer

JP McAllister

Zoe Boswell

Scott Thiele

Mike Kwielford

Rocco Cataldo

William Eichler

Sam Alvelo

Chris Hayden

Scott Dunham

Stephanie Wang

Gia Capra

Makaela Johnston

Claire Wiles

Alex Diamond

Diana Xue

Mary Tallman

Cindy Nielson-Morgan

Al Stinites

Tom Lowell

Alan Dembeck

Elaisa Vargas

Eric Liberacki

Lori Allen

Addae Shelby

Sam Dreyfuss

Joey Domaracki

Jaxi Alegria

Samuel Ott

Brendan Davis

Nick Clemente

Mike Capulli

Tanja Deshida

Irene Krygowski

Flynn Smith

Randy Wilder

Robert White

Erika Walthall

Cindy Boswell

Kim Piskorowski

Michael Chesler

Cast/Husband

Cast/Wife

Ed

Annie

Director of Photography

Producer

Producer

Producer

Assistant Director

PA

PA

PA

PA

PA

PA

PA

PA

Script Supervisor

Location

Security

Stunt Coordinator

1st AC

2nd AC

Loader

Stills

Gaffer

Electrician

Key Grip

Grip/Lighting

Grip Lighting

Grip/Lighting

Sound Mixer

Sound Mixer

Set Decoration

Set Decoration

Props

Hair

Make-Up

Costume Designer

Catering

Catering

Craft Service

In Gratitude

A very special thank you to The Methodist Campground for providing the exquisite location, to Dee Hubbard for the use of her amazing cottage, and to Patrick’s sister, Zoe Boswell, for making her acting debut in our film.

Special Thanks

  • Dee Hubbard
  • Cindy Nielson-Morgan
  • Jason Storandt
  • Keslow Camera
  • SAG/AFTRA
  • Honest Foods