Dominic Daniel (Derek Williams – Writer/Director)
Dominic Daniel is a Detroit-native actor, writer, and filmmaker whose screen career began soon after relocating to Los Angeles. In the dual role of writer and director for Past Due, Daniel brings a personal perspective grounded in his upbringing and immersed in character-driven storytelling. He has previously appeared in a variety of film and television roles, which have given him the on-set experience to guide the cast through intense and intimate performance work. Daniel’s production approach prioritizes community, authenticity, and realism—reflecting his belief that film should illuminate unseen corners of experience. With Past Due, he also steps into the lead role of Derek Williams, uniting his creative vision behind the camera and in front of it.

William Christian (Ray Williams)
William Christian is a seasoned actor known for his long-running portrayals of Police Chief Derek Frye on the soap-opera classic All My Children (1990–2005) and T.R. Coates on Days of Our Lives (2018-2022). He has also appeared in features such as The January Man (1989) and guest-roles on acclaimed series including Prison Break and monk. In Past Due, Christian lends gravitas and complexity to the role of Ray Williams, bringing decades of dramatic experience and a deep command of character nuance. His presence helps anchor the story’s emotional stakes, and his involvement signals the film’s ambition to balance indie edge with seasoned craft.

Darcas Macopson (Andre)
Darcas Macopson relocated to Hollywood from his hometown to focus full-time on an acting career, and has built a diverse resume that includes roles in major motion pictures such as The Base, Lockdown, and Chill Factor. In Past Due, Macopson plays Andre, a pivotal supporting character whose arc intensifies the pressure on the leads. His physical presence and experience working across action and drama genres bring an added layer of authenticity to the film’s high-stakes environment. Macopson’s ability to inhabit roles with both threat and vulnerability enhances the ensemble’s dynamic.

Annette Luna (Crystal)
Annette Luna is an actress and UCLA‐trained psychology graduate who completed her B.A. in three years. Her film credits include the feature N.I.N.J.A.S. and multiple television appearances. In Past Due, Luna portrays Crystal, a character who offers emotional ballast to the men’s conflict-driven story. Her academic background in psychology informs her approach to character work, enabling a nuanced reading of Crystal’s inner world. Luna’s commitment to bringing subtlety and depth to supporting roles strengthens the film’s emotional resonance.

Mikel Miller (Producer)
Mikel Miller is an American producer and actor whose early career pivoted from print and commercial modelling in Virginia to producing in Los Angeles. As a producer on Past Due, Miller oversees logistics and production coordination—ensuring the creative team’s vision can be realized on schedule and within budget. His experience across multiple facets of the industry enables him to bridge the gap between independent storytelling and professional production standards. Miller’s role helps position the film for festival success and broader visibility beyond the indie circuit.

Kareem Ferguson (Producer)
Kareem Ferguson is a producer and actor whose credits include work on the series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022) and the feature Monsters (2022). In the capacity of producer for Past Due, Ferguson supports development, packaging and festival strategy, drawing on his cross-platform experience. His collaborative spirit and network offer the film entrée into broader production circles. Ferguson’s involvement signals the project’s intention to operate at the intersection of meaningful independent storytelling and professional industry positioning.

Justin Talley (Director of Photography)
Justin Talley is an accomplished cinematographer whose credits include major studio films such as Thor: Ragnarok (2017), Avengers: Infinity War (2018), and Avengers: Endgame (2019). On Past Due, Talley collaborates closely with writer-director Dominic Daniel to craft a cinematic palette grounded in amber streetlight tones, shallow depth-of-field character portraits, and handheld immediacy. His experience on large-scale productions brings refined visual language and technical leadership to this intimate drama. Talley’s involvement elevates the film’s visual ambition, marrying indie grit with blockbuster polish.

David Gregory Byrnes (Composer)
David Gregory Byrnes is a film and television composer whose work includes scoring the feature Gloria Bell (2018) and the comedy-drama School for Scoundrels (2006). For Past Due, Byrnes crafts a soundscape that weaves Detroit radio hum, memory-inflected cues, and the pulse of urgency that drives the story. His musical collaboration with Dominic Daniel underpins the film’s emotional architecture, helping translate themes of legacy, reckoning, and unfinished business into tonal language. Byrnes’ contribution completes the creative team’s intention to make a film that feels immediate, cinematic, and resonant.