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Melissa Anschutz
Actor
Saugatuck, MI
Actress

I was a theatre major in college, but practical speeches and daunting numbers offered me a distraction from my passion. An easy excuse to veil my fears of perception and failure. For a number of years this is where I hid, performing only for the local audience of family and friends. ...Until my blessed moment of truth arrived, carrying far to many signs to be ignored. With my faith with me, and a family's push of support, I let go, realizing, it wasn't acceptance that I sought, but rather just the mere chance to perform. Since then I've found no matter how big or small a project, each character I've been given the pleasure of becoming has proven rich with personality. I've lived within films, television, theater, and various other performance genres. My experience includes 15 films, 4 television series, several print and or spokes model environments and too many theatre productions to count. I've worked with some of the most brilliant and talented writers, actors, producers, directors, and crew members, and at this moment, even within the smaller scale in the vast land of this business, I can confidently say, "I'm living my dream".

PHOTOS
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Heirs of Empires pic 2
On The Set


The Odd Couple - Gwendolyn Pigeon
The Midnight Hour - Adam and Evil Shoot
The Midnight Hour - Adam and Evil Shoot
Adam and Evil Poster
The Midnight Hour - Adam and Evil Shoot


Full Length
PROFESSIONAL INFO
Credits: Monogamy (Short Film) - Directed by J. Abraham Hall & Alexander Slain, North Productions  (Lead)  2009
Model MMA Final 10 Contestants - Sills Modeling, Hollywood CA  ( Ring Girl Competition)  2009
Model Blue Chip Casino - Callie Lipkin Photography Chicago  ( Modeling (Print))  2009
Viewfinder (Short Film) -Directed by Julie Dugger & Caleb Slain, North Productions & Westward Entertainment  (Supporting)  2009
A Normal Life (Film) - Bear In A Snow Globe Productions  (Supporting)  2009
1 New Message (Film) - Compass Film Academy  (Emily)  2009
The Babysitters (Film) - Midwest Film Works, Chicago  (Lead)  2009
Amoung Thieves (Film) - Inbound Productions Inc. Detroit  (Lead)  2009
The Domino Effect - Director Paula van der Oest  (Day Player)  2009
The City That Never Sleeps (Film) - Evil City Productions, Director J. Alan Carr  (Supporting)  2008
Model - J B & Me  ((Print, Catalog, Web Catalog))  2008
Spokesperson  (MSD Network)  2008
Chris And John To The Rescue (TV Series) - John Simpson Productions  (Supporting)  2008
Yesterday’s Fears (Film) – Morning Mists Pictures  (Lead)  2008
You’ve Got To Be Kidding Me America (TV Series Films Weekly) - Five And Dime Produtions  (Recurring)  2008
A Leaf In Autumn (Short Film) - Independent  (Supporting)  2008
My Hero (Film) - Compass Academy  (Lead)  2008
The Odd Couple (Theatre) - Kalamazoo Civic Director D. Terry Williams  (Gwendolyn Pigeon)  2008
Dome (Film) - Independent  (Day Player)  2008
The Midnight Hour (TV Series)  (Recurring (Great Lakes Cinema))  2008
Online Video Hostess - Stern Design  (Talking Point Talent)  2008
Patricia's Possission (Film) - Saguna Sati Productions  (Lead )  2008
Heirs of Empires (Film) - Berlin Horse Productions  (Supporting)  2008
HBO Pilot “Night Moves” (Television) - Sound Image Video Prouductions Co., LA, CA  (Supporting)  2008
Big Bahls (Film) - Shovel Productions, Vision TV  (Supporting)  2008
Other talents: Model, Print / Editorial
Actor, Theatre
Actor, Television
Actor, Commercials
Actor, Industrial / Corporate
Special talents: EDUCATION: Central Michigan -Theatre Major, Western Michigan - English Major, Trained With N.Y. Director Ed Lewis, Improv Training – Blue Chip Productions, Training Seminar – Chris Bondy Dramatic Arts Studio, Detroit
Gender: Female
Age Range: 25 - 45 years of age
Accents: American-South, British, Brooklyn, Valley Girl
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Height: 5 ft. 8 in.
Weight: 125 lbs.
Physique Athletic & toned
Languages Spoken: English
Ethnicity: White/Caucasian
Official site:
Experience: 1 to 5 years - Semi-pro
Arrow Booking info: Expand for booking info
PERSONAL INFO
Interests: Running, Aerobics, Hiking, Biking, Basketball, Volleyball, Dancing, Singing 
Favorite Music: All 
Favorite Books: Mysteries 
Favorite Movies: Psycho Thrillers 
Favorite Actors: Audrey Hepburn, Nicholas Cage, Mandy Patinkin, Henry Winkler 
Favorite TV shows: Seinfeld, The Office, Cold Case 
Hometown: Saugatuck 
Astrological Sign: Virgo
COMMENTS
Mohamed Elsawi      
CommentThanks for the connecting Melissa. Best of luck to you!


Sat. Mar. 6, 2010, 8:52 AM
Mohamed Elsawi
 
     
 
 
David      
CommentThank you for the kind words and support! You have quite the "Rockin" film experience as well! Maybe will get the chance to film together someday!


Tue. Mar. 2, 2010, 9:24 AM
David
 
     
 
 
David      
CommentThanks for connecting Melissa! Love your pictures!


Tue. Mar. 2, 2010, 9:01 AM
David
 
     
 
 
Billy Badd      
CommentThanx for the connection! and may all your dreams and aspirations come true!
Billy Badd


Thu. Feb. 18, 2010, 5:20 PM
Billy Badd
 
     
 
 
Anthony      
CommentThank you so much Melissa! Right back at ya! Wishing you and your family an awesome Christmas and New Year as well!! : )


Mon. Dec. 21, 2009, 9:26 AM
Anthony
 
     
 
 
Erin Courtney      
CommentHey! It's good to see you on Nextcat, too! Your pics look gorgeous. I'm glad the film looks good...I can't wait to see it. Hope to work with you again soon!


Sun. Dec. 13, 2009, 1:36 PM
Erin Courtney
 
     
 
 
Jeramie Mangus      
CommentThank you for the add. I will be of great help, I can see that already. Have a great week.


Sun. Nov. 29, 2009, 9:17 PM
Jeramie Mangus
 
     
 
 
Rainey Beaumier      
CommentCongratulations on your parts landed....seems like MI is really rockin! Best of luck to you


Sun. Nov. 29, 2009, 5:03 PM
Rainey Beaumier
 
     
 
 
Megan Grant      
CommentMe too! SO many great, new friends. i'm very thankful for all of you :)


Tue. Nov. 3, 2009, 4:50 PM
Megan Grant
 
     
 
 
Peter      
CommentMelissa,
Thank you for the connection....Peter...Nice Photos...


Thu. Oct. 15, 2009, 7:34 PM
Peter
 
     
 
 
Ruth C.Flynn      
CommentThanks Melissa for the add.....Psycho thriller movies! LOL Hope to see you cast in one soon!LOL
Have agreat week!


Wed. Oct. 7, 2009, 8:19 AM
Ruth C.Flynn
 
     
 
 
Craig Bouwens      
CommentHi Melissa< thanx for the connection, Have a great summer


Mon. Jul. 6, 2009, 4:55 PM
Craig Bouwens
 
     
 
 
John Dye      
CommentThanks for the connect & have a great day!


Wed. Jun. 24, 2009, 11:55 AM
John Dye
 
     
 
 
 Elizabeth  Merriman      
CommentI've seen you in three projects and you're amazing. Maybe we'll work together someday, I think that would be great.


Tue. May. 5, 2009, 9:34 AM
Elizabeth Merriman
 
     
 
 
Wayne A. Bibbs      
CommentGlad to hear you're finding good projects...keep it up and remember your fans! Hugz!


Mon. Mar. 9, 2009, 3:59 PM
Wayne A. Bibbs
 
     
 
 
Joshua Courtade      
CommentYep, that was me in "My Hero."
I saw "Monogamy" last week, and you were excellent in it.


Mon. Mar. 2, 2009, 8:44 AM
Joshua Courtade
 
     
 
 
S. Sears      
CommentAwe!!! It was nice meeting you too...And such the talented actress that you are. Thank you for the lovely comments. I hope to see you soon.


Tue. Feb. 24, 2009, 7:23 AM
S. Sears
 
     
 
 
Iain Gaffney      
CommentThanks for the connection. Hope things are well with you.....


Wed. Jan. 21, 2009, 7:50 AM
Iain Gaffney
 
     
 
 
COOLEY      
CommentThank you for the connection


Tue. Dec. 16, 2008, 3:55 PM
COOLEY
 
     
 
 
Rob Taylor      
CommentThx for the connection Melissa...

best wishes for success!!


Tue. Nov. 18, 2008, 1:43 PM
Rob Taylor
 
     
 
 
Craig Hebert      
CommentThank you for the connection Melissa. I wish you all the best.


Mon. Nov. 17, 2008, 7:50 AM
Craig Hebert
 
     
 
 
David Kain      
CommentThanks for the connection, here's hoping we get to work together in the future!
David


Tue. Nov. 11, 2008, 3:54 PM
David Kain
 
     
 
 
Mark Boyd      
CommentAwww....! Thanks! That's what I was hoping for! :D


Thu. Nov. 6, 2008, 8:56 AM
Mark Boyd
 
     
 
 
E. J.      
CommentGlad to be connected......!
Jay


Fri. Aug. 29, 2008, 9:37 AM
E. J. "Jay" Williams, Jr.
 
     
 
 
Marie Arrington      
CommentHey Melissa,
Thank you so much for the lovely comments. You are a beautiful person inside and out, blessed with talent and so much more. I hope to work with you on future projects.
Marie


Tue. Aug. 26, 2008, 1:59 PM
Marie Arrington
 
     
 
 
Sheri Beth Dusek      
CommentThank you so much. I look forward to working with you in the future.
SB


Mon. Aug. 25, 2008, 12:32 PM
Sheri Beth Dusek
 
     
 
 
Brian Nugent      
CommentThanks for the add just came from your site and saw some additional photos. Looks like you can carry some range in terms of characters. Keep up the awesome work


Mon. Aug. 25, 2008, 12:32 PM
Brian Nugent
 
     
 
 
Marie Arrington      
CommentHey Melissa,
Thanks for the add. Have you been to the Waterfront Film Festival there? Much success to you.
Marie


Sun. Aug. 24, 2008, 11:32 AM
Marie Arrington
 
     
 
 
jon b      
Commenthello melissa, how are you doing? i just want to take this time to thank you for the connection. i wish you the best of luck!


Thu. Aug. 21, 2008, 2:41 PM
jon b
 
     
 
 
SplatterLad      
CommentYou, Melissa, are an amazingly intriguing person! =)
~James


Wed. Aug. 20, 2008, 10:43 AM
SplatterLad
 
     
 
 
SplatterLad      
CommentHello Melissa, Thanks so much for adding me to your network... It will be an honor to work with you, in the future. =)
~James


Wed. Aug. 13, 2008, 10:17 AM
SplatterLad
 
     
 
 
Michele DeSelms      
Comment Thanks for the nice words! Can't wait to see you out in Saugatuck sometime!


Tue. Aug. 12, 2008, 3:31 PM
Michele DeSelms
 
     
 
 
Lynn Montgomery      
CommentNice to meet you Melissa. Thanks for the conect. Also thanks for the kind words. Take Care.


Mon. Aug. 4, 2008, 10:30 PM
Lynn Montgomery
 
     
 
 
Brittany Risner      
CommentHI Melissa! It was great meeting you today!
Next time you are out this way lets try to grab lunch again and catch up :)


Sat. Aug. 2, 2008, 4:29 PM
Brittany Risner
 
     
 
 
Scott Schuppan      
CommentMelissa,
Thank you for accepting my request for a connection; appreciate you responding so quickly. Hope all is well, and thanks again.

Keep in touch,
Scott Schuppan


Fri. Aug. 1, 2008, 9:47 AM
Scott Schuppan
 
     
 
 
Linwood Mooring      
CommentThanks for the connection. It is a pleasure to meet you. Let's make this year the best year ever. You can do it! Get out there and make something happen. Here's wishing you many blessings. Stay in touch. Check out my website @

http://www.changingtimesproductions.com



Tue. Jul. 29, 2008, 7:08 PM
Linwood Mooring
 
     
 
 
Curt Diepenhorst      
CommentMelissa, did you get a part in Tug, if so which scene? And yes you being from Saugatuck it would have been nice to role on that film together. As far as Whip It I got a call just moments ago about them needing me tomorrow night, great timing. What about you? Did you or are you there?

All the best to you, Curt


Tue. Jul. 29, 2008, 12:17 PM
Curt Diepenhorst
 
     
 
 
Melissa Anschutz      
CommentExperience for the given profession, in the traditional sense lacks a black and white for me. However, if I may be so bold, isn’t truly what you seek powerful imagination? Great films derived only from those with the ability to become, allowing their audience an intimate involvement while achieving a sense of attachment, creating the flex of emotions along with the character. This definition, passion, is a trait, which cannot be taught. It’s born deep inside, never leaves and will eat from you until you feed it. I can no longer look to the roadblocks for the excuse to continue to starve. My hunger, real, with performance the only food, I have walked into my first conventional grocery market. This being said, and realizing the vast selections, I implore you, to allow me to swallow the guts of your character, to place them before you while we grow full from the feast of imagination.


Wed. Jun. 4, 2008, 8:14 AM
Melissa Anschutz
 
     
 
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