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A leading actress of theatre, film and TV in the former Yugoslavia, Mira Furlan emigrated to the U.S. with her husband, Goran Gajic, in November 1991, due to the intolerable political circumstances in her homeland. Ms. Furlan starred in the Warner Brothers TV series Babylon 5 (1993) as "Ambassador Delenn" (Sci-Fi Universe Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Genre TV-series 1996 and 1997).

Her other American credits included the TV movie My Antonia (1995) directed by Joseph Sargent, the title roles in "Sophocles Antigone" at the Hudson Guild Theatre in Los Angeles (Dramalogue Theatre Award for Outstanding Performance in 1995) and Lorca's "Yerma" at The Indiana Repertory Theatre. She also appeared in Brecht's "Baal" at The Second Stage in Los Angeles and Shaw's "Don Juan In Hell" in which she co-starred with Edward Asner and Rene Auberjonois. Ms. Furlan was a member of The Actor's Studio.

Ms. Furlan's film credits include leading roles in over 25 films. She co-starred in Emir Kusturica's Cannes award-winning and Oscar-nominated film When Father Was Away On Business (2000). Films include: Three For Happiness, (Grand Prix, Valencia Film Festival), Beauty Of Vice, In The Jaws Of Life, The Loves Of Blanka Kolak, and Dear Video. In addition, Ms Furlan has appeared regularly on Yugoslav television, playing leading roles in numerous series and TV films. She received all the highest awards in her former country, both for her stage and film work, including two Golden Arenas (Yugoslav Oscars) for Best Actress.

In the former Yugoslavia, Furlan was a member of the Croatian National Theatre and a frequent guest star at major theatres in the whole country. Her favorite roles include: 'Natalya' in "A Month In The Country", 'Mrs. Elliot' in "Alpha-Beta", 'Celimene' in "The Misanthrope", 'Judith' in "The Devil's Disciple", 'Annabella' in "Tis Pity She's A Whore", the title role in Euripides' "Helen", 'Lea' in "Dybbuk", 'Isabelle' in Corneille's "L'Illusion Comique", 'Yvette' in "Mother Courage", 'Natasha' in "Three Sisters" and 'Ophelia' in Jiri Menzel's production of "Hamlet".

Sylva Koscina was born on 22 August 1933 in Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia [now Zagreb, Croatia]. She was an actress, known for Hercules (1958), Hornets' Nest (1970) and Judex (1963). She was married to Raimondo Castelli. She died on 26 December 1994 in Rome, Lazio, Italy.

Domagoj Nizic was born on 29 July 1998 in Zagreb, Croatia. He is an actor, known for Kotlina (2022), Mouth of Truth (2018) and Drazen (2024).

Vanya Asher was born on 20 December 1985 in Zagreb, Croatia. He is a writer and producer, known for Electric Easy (2021), Shadow and Bone (2021) and The Sandman (2022).

Danilo Serbedzija was born on 28 April 1971 in Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia. He is a director and actor, known for Tereza37 (2020), The Liberation of Skopje (2016) and 72 days (2010).

Luka Peros was born in Zagreb October 28th 1976. He lived in Zagreb, Vienna, Abu Dhabi, Boston and Los Angeles. He is currently settled in Barcelona from where he is continuing his acting career in Spain and Europe. He graduated from Emerson College in 2000 with a BFA in Performing Arts, Acting Major. He worked at the Croatian National Theatre in Rijeka and the Zagreb Puppet Theatre. Luka has a vast experience in Voice-over work as well as a puppeteer, performer and host functions.

Rene Bitorajac is a Croatian actor. He has appeared in a number of Croatian and Bosnian films since the 1980s. Most notably, he starred in the 2001 Academy Award-winning Bosnian film "No Man's Land". He is also known for starring in popular Croatian television sitcoms "Bitange i princeze" (2005-2010) and "Nasa mala klinika" (2004-2007). In 2009, he won the Golden Arena for Best Actor at the 56th Pula Film Festival for his role in the 2009 film "Metastases", in which he portrayed the character of a sociopathic football hooligan named Krpa. He again won the Golden Arena for Best Actor in 2012 for his role of Dr. Babic in the same year's film "Cannibal Vegetarian" and, still in 2012, he has been awarded as "Best actor" at the Fantastic film festival in Austin, Texas, USA, 2013 Best actor Bruxelles and Paris Mediteraneo film festival ("Cannibal Vegetarian").

Bitorajac also worked prominently in Croatian-language versions of animated features. He provided voice acting for Syndrome in "The Incredibles", Buck in "Home on the Range" (both 2004), Ham in "Space Chimps" (2008), Gru in the "Despicable Me" franchise (2010-present) and Red in "The Angry Birds Movie" (2016) complete with its 2019 sequel.

Marko Petric was born on 15 August 1987 in Zagreb, Croatia. He is an actor, known for Cista ljubav (2017), Drugo ime ljubavi (2019) and For Good Old Times (2018). He has been married to Tina Walme since September 2023.

Lara Nekic was born on 18 October 1998 in Zagreb, Croatia. Lara is an actor, known for The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent (2024), Na vlnách Jadranu (2023) and Blago nama (2020).

Iva Hasperger is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and has performed in theater productions from Shakespeare to Tennessee Williams. Strong roots in a classical and European background often inform Iva's work-perhaps most notably in her performance as "Ilona" in the feature "Vlad" starring Billy Zane and Francesco Quinn. Hasperger plays a 15th century girl who only speaks middle English. In preparation for the shoot, the actress consulted Professor Edward Condron of UCLA to ensure accuracy with the complex ancient tongue.

Hasperger fulfilled a childhood dream when she came to the US to train as an actress. An avid student of the American cinematic tradition and its history she has repeatedly delivered nuanced and eye catching performances in film, television and theater. Hasperger readily admits that her favorite actress of all time is Meryl Streep, and makes no bones about a desire to emulate her heroine. From a Southern belle in "Cloud Seven" to a Czech communist in "Cold Case" she has consistently delivered depth and range.

As the projects get larger the approach remains the same-remain true to the character and serve the writing. So-no distraction by the bright lights for this terrific talent!

Goran Gajic was born in 1962 in Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia. He is a director and writer, known for Babylon 5 (1993), Dug moru (2019) and Level 9 (2000). He was previously married to Mira Furlan.

Goran Dukic was born in Zagreb, Croatia. He is known for Wristcutters: A Love Story (2006), What Do We Have in Our Pockets? (2013) and Nosila je rubac crleni (2022).

Tena Nemet Brankov was born on 4 January 1994 in Zagreb, Croatia. She is an actress, known for Trampolin (2016), Novine (2016) and Sjene proslosti (2024).

Filip Mayer is a Croatian-born actor and filmmaker, the son of a forensic pathologist father and an epidemiologist mother. After completing his undergraduate studies at the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Zagreb, he moved to London to study acting at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, where he graduated with distinction.

At the age of 13, Filip gained recognition in Croatia and the former Yugoslavia for his role as Miki, the main antagonist in the movie series Koko and the Ghosts and Love or Death.

Mayer played the role of Sven in the critically acclaimed HBO series Success (Uspjeh), which premiered in 2019 and was directed by Academy Award winner Danis Tanovic. He has also starred in several feature films, including F20 (2018), where he played the lead role of a young man struggling with schizophrenia.

Mayer has received several accolades for his performance in F20 (2018), including: Best Actor at the Glendale International Film Festival in Los Angeles, 2020. The Golden Key for Best Actor at the Puglia International Film Festival, 2020. Nominee for People's Choice Best Actor and Best Actor at the Anatomy Crime and Horror Film Festival, 2020.

Tena Stivicic was born on 5 September 1977 in Zagreb, Yugoslavia [now Croatia]. She is a writer and actress, known for The Postcard Killings (2020), Treca zena (1997) and Is It Clear, My Friend? (2000). She has been married to Douglas Henshall since February 2010.

Leona Paraminski is a Croatian actress known for her work in film, theater, and television. She has appeared as a leading actress in over 30 films and TV shows. Some of her most notable works include "Winter in Rio," "The Society of Jesus," "The Party," and "Budva na pjenu od mora."

Leona turned 18 while enrolled at the Academy of Dramatic Art at the University of Zagreb, where she graduated in 2001. During her studies, she won an award for Best Actress for her role in the film "Vinko na Krovu." The following year, she received Croatia's most prestigious film award, the Golden Arena, for Best Actress in the film "Prezimiti u Riu."

Her films have been showcased at more than 200 international film festivals, earning over 30 awards. Leona has received the Best Female Actress award five times, as well as three international awards for her performance in "The Party" at various festivals, including Capalbio Cinema, La Normande et le monde, and the Nice Short Film Festival C'est Trop Court 2010. In addition to her film work, Leona has frequently performed in theater, taking on leading roles. She has appeared in numerous TV commercials, worked as a TV host, and done voice overs for both commercials and films. She has served as a jury member at several film festivals, including the Sarajevo Film Festival in 2013.

In 2014, she moved to California, where she acted in a few American film productions and theater performances while also teaching Acting for the Camera at Santa Barbara City College, one of the best colleges in the USA.

Iva Mihalic was born on 13 April 1985 in Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia [now Croatia]. She is an actress, known for The Weekend Away (2022), Daddy (2011) and The Show Must Go On (2010).

Judita Frankovic was born on 14 September 1981 in Zagreb, Croatia. She is an actress, known for Erased (2018), Sveta obitelj (2023) and Sonja and the Bull (2012). She has been married to Marko Brdar since April 2018.

Dominik Sedlar was born in Zagreb (modern-day Croatia) and grew up in New York City. From 1994 until 1998 he attended Professional Children's School in NYC. Previous school graduates include: Christopher Walken, Sarah Jessica Parker, Christian Slater, Christopher Walken, Scarlett Johansson, Macaulay Culkin. He also attended New York University Tisch School of the Arts. His directorial debut came at the age of 15 when he co-directed a documentary called The Mozart of Basketball - The Story of Drazen Petrovic. Thus far Dominik has directed 15 Films. Three feature films and twelve documentaries. Most notably Syndrome Jerusalem, which won a special prize at the 2004 Venice Film Festival. In 2006 he co-directed with his father Jakov Sedlar a documentary Searching For Orson, a film about the unknown and never completed films of Orson Welles, narrated by Peter Bogdanovich and with interviews given by Steven Spielberg, Frank Marshall, Paul Mazursky, James Earl Jones, Merv Griffin,Henry Jaglom and Oja Kodar, which had its premiere at AFI FEST in Los Angeles in 2006.

In 2014 he wrote and directed an indie comedy In Between Engagements (2014) starring Armand Assante, which has been distributed worldwide, as well as WWII sports drama The Match (2020) from 2021, starring Franco Nero, Caspar Phillipson and Armand Assante. The latter has been distributed in more than 70 countries around the world and has been played in more than 50 theaters across the United States and Australia/New Zealand. The Match had its domestic television premiere in December, 2021 on Showtime Networks. In 2022 he wrote and directed a political drama The Conversation (2022) starring Caspar Phillipson (Blonde (2022), Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018), Jackie (2016)) and Dylan Turner (Mamma Mia! (2008)) based on the Post WW2 true story concerning the meeting between held between two powerful men against the background of the Cold War.

Sanja Milkovic Hays was born on 19 September 1958 in Zagreb, Croatia. She is a costume designer and producer, known for Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), Captain Marvel (2019) and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008).

Sergio Mimica-Gezzan was born in 1957 in Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia. He is a director and assistant director, known for Schindler's List (1993), Saving Private Ryan (1998) and Minority Report (2002).

Amar Bukvic is a Croatian actor.[1] He is s famous Croatian actor who is recognizable for his work in theatre, television and film. He is a member of Gdk Gavella theatre in Zagreb, Croatia. He has received numerous acting awards, including the Croatian theatre award twice. He is married to Alma Vukicevic and they have two kids.

Rajko Grlic was born on 2 September 1947 in Zagreb, Yugoslavia [now Croatia]. He is a writer and director, known for Just Between Us (2010), The Border Post (2006) and The Constitution (2016).

Petar Cvirn was born in Zagreb, Croatia. He is an actor, known for Before We Die (2021), FBI: International (2021) and The Ipcress File (2022).

Nina Bell is an actress and visual artist based in New York and Los Angeles. Known to the European stage as Nina Sablich Turkalj, Miss Bell grew up in the picturesque city of Zagreb, Croatia. Daughter of famous Croatian artist, Zorica Turkalj, Nina's childhood was filled with art, culture and traveling. Her favorite pastime was roller-skating over the cobble stone streets. Everyone would say 'Who's that skinny girl with big brown eyes & curly big hair skating everywhere?' That's how she was discovered...

She landed her first TV role at the age of six. After many lead roles in TV and theaters throughout Croatia and Europe, Nina decided it's time to come to California... she became an exchange student and graduated from high school in Sacramento, and soon enough, after graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, she landed a recurring role ( tailored specifically for her by Executive Producer John Wells ) as Dr. Horvath on TV drama ER, a few independent films, and recently, Bell guest starred in five episodes of the acclaimed TV series ZOS: Zone of Separation, working alongside such brilliant actors as Enrico Colantoni and Calm Meaney. For her portrayal of Lisa, in film Echoes, Nina won an award for the Best Actress in a Lead Role at the Geneva Film Festival. Once a year, at least, Bell visits her family in Zagreb and loves working on Croatian TV and exhibiting her art, whenever possible...

Currently, Bell is preparing her next solo exhibition "Passing Through", while perfecting her first mono drama "Holding On"...and just recently got cast in supporting roles in the upcoming feature films "Sons of Freedom" and "The Death of Angelique Vitry"