Shani Haller’s experience in the world of filmmaking is as diverse as it is extensive. From acting and modeling to development and distribution, Shani has proven to be a well-rounded producer capable of bringing concepts to completion.
Originally from Silicon Valley and a San Francisco State University graduate, Shani started modeling at the age of thirteen and acting shortly thereafter. Through the years she has exhibited an ambitious nature working on commercials, music videos, television, and feature films. Her credits include THIRD WATCH, LAW AND ORDER, RIDING IN CARS WITH BOYS, and ACTS OF WORSHIP.
Both creative and production savvy, Shani understands the unique challenges of the filmmaker and the inner workings of the distribution process. While working for legendary Hollywood icon Jeff “The Dude” Dowd, Shani learned firsthand how to market and acquire distribution for independent film. She also assisted in script development, publicity, and film festival promotions.
Most notably, Shani Executive Produced the critically acclaimed feature film ANALOG DAYS where she supervised production, financing, budgeting, and publicity. Shani currently resides in Santa Monica, California and is in development on several feature projects.
//Education Background
Bachelors Degree in Film from San Francisco State University.
//Shani Bayne's Photos click on an image for a larger view
The Piano, The Pillow Book, Amadeus, Delicatessean, Withnail and I, Ali Fear Eats the Soul, Blade Runner, The Red Violin, Lost boys, Beetllejuice, The Wizard of Oz, Bram Stoker's Dracula, and all the old John Hughes movie.
//General Interests
Love, my family, cooking, skiing, God, movies, art, and old people.
GMoney //
Way to go!!!! Congrats on the second round!!! So proud of you guys!!
2010-03-15 at 3:58 pm UTC
SandyM //
You rock girl! Love working with you - here is to a great 2nd round
2010-03-15 at 3:51 pm UTC
TimLoGrasso //
Shani - this is awesome, so many great films on here. The Boy Who Stole'd Christmas turned out AWESOME!!! I can hardly wait to see how it places in voting.
SandyM //
Hey,
Ms. Producer-partner - TBWSC is a hit and were rollin, rollin on up! Miss you! see ya soon
2010-03-04 at 10:42 pm UTC
Sean LoGrasso //
It's an awesome site and project, I'm glad to be here! :)
2010-03-04 at 5:12 pm UTC
SandyM //
Hey you! I had to run so fast out of Nashville I didn't get to say good bye. Stay in touch and let us know what you do with the films. I suppose I will see you on TV real soon though, walking down the Red Carpet on Michael's arm. (hee-hee)
2009-09-22 at 1:00 am UTC
Erik //
Hey Gurl! I'll see you here in Nashland!!!! Make sure you and Mikey wear YOUR OWN SEPARATE seat belts! ;) Have a safe trip!
2009-09-14 at 3:04 am UTC
Kim //
Hi Shani!
Brent and I quote the film often now...like tonight at the dinner table. "Bacteria won't even eat this." LOL.
Love it! Look forward to meeting you in Nashville.
2009-09-05 at 5:27 am UTC
April Higuera //
Hey, Shani, sorry I send you a message to someone else ("John"), my bad. I am, however, as the message indicates, trying to get my music into film/TV. Hope you can spare a few minutes to listen at: www.soundclick.com/AprilHiguera Thanks. Have a great day!