The People

CARLOS FERRO, Producer/Writer/Director
Carlos’ first foray into the world of entertainment was as a DJ. Spinning records in San Francisco’s best clubs, Carlos quickly became one of the city’s prominent DJs. Leaving music for a career in theatre and television, Carlos became one of the busiest actors in town. His work even led him to a stint teaching as an artist-in-residence at Cornell University. When he first came to Los Angeles, Carlos was perhaps best known for his one-man show “SAL.” This ground-breaking exploration of the life and death of Hollywood legend Sal Mineo was originally produced at the Climate Theatre in San Francisco then at the Zephyr Theatre in Hollywood. The show, which he co-wrote and produced, earned him a Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Award nomination for Best Solo Performance. Since then he has continued acting in television, both on-camera and in animation voice-over. The loss of his adored parents, coupled with extended stays in London and Madrid, inspired Carlos to found Argumento Films in 2004. Its first release “RASTROS,” a contemplation of family, loss and love, is his film writing and directing debut.

JAIME GONZALEZ
Born on June 14, 1924, Jaime Gonzalez passed away on October 7, 2002 at the age of 78. Jaime was the devoted and loving husband of his wife and partner of almost 60 years, Gloria Gonzalez. In simplest terms, Jaime was a good man. Despite a wholly unpretentious demeanor, Jaime’s achievements were abundant and impressive. As founder of the San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, he worked tirelessly to help others achieve greatness in their own lives. Generous to a fault, Jaime was always there to support his friends and employees. Many families in San Francisco and Guatemala owe their good fortune to the efforts of Jaime Gonzalez. With his wife Gloria, Jaime founded San Francisco’s Mayan Maintenance Company and served as its Chief Executive Officer. Jaime was patriarch to an extremely successful family that made him very proud.

GLORIA GONZALEZ
Born on April 2, 1926, Gloria Gonzalez passed away on November 21, 2001 at the age of 75. She was the devoted wife and partner to the love of her life, Jaime Gonzalez, founder of the San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Gloria embodied faith in God, charity and compassion. Her terrific sense of humor, extreme generosity, zest for life, strength and wisdom drew love and respect from all who knew and loved her. With her husband Jaime, Gloria founded San Francisco’s Mayan Maintenance Company and served as its Chief Financial Officer. Despite her many incredible accomplishments, she considered her greatest achievement becoming the matriarch of a large, loving and greatly successful family.

STEPHEN G. SCOTT, Editor
Originally from Kansas City, Stephen is not only a video/audio producer but a gifted musician, as well. He has played and performed with the likes of Pat Matheny, Mary Wells, O.C. Smith, Mary Wilson, June Pointer, John Pratt “Firefly”, and many more. His recent production and editing projects have included the “Alamo Experience” DVD, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards Show, and Dream Team Film’s “My Bollywood Bride.” He has worked on over 500 radio and television commercials for national and local Los Angeles markets. Stephen's company, Pinnacle Audio Group, is proudly associated with producer Carlos Ferro to edit “Rastros.” Stephen says: “A touching film we can all relate to, it is a great pleasure to work on this heartfelt production.”

JANE WIEDLIN, Composer/Musician
Best known as a founding member of the rock group, The GoGos, the beautiful guitarist and singer wrote many of the renowned all-girl band’s hits on three chart-topping albums, "Beauty and the Beat," "Vacation" and "Talk Show." After leaving the group in 1984 to pursue a solo career, she scored a hit single with "Blue Kiss" from her debut album, "Jane Wiedlin." "Jane keeps herself quite busy. Musically she has recorded several solo albums, including "Tangled," "Fur," "Kissproof World" and "The Very Best of Jane Wiedlin." She has also continued to act, appearing in television episodes of "The Drew Carey Show" and "Beat the Geeks." She's done a great deal of voice over work on animated series such as "The Wild Thornberry's," "King of the Hill," "Pinky and the Brain," "Batman: The Animated Series" and "Duck Dodgers." Her film career includes roles in "Clue," "Star Trek IV," "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" and "Sleeping Beauty," with her most recent movie appearance in the 2004 movie "Firecracker."

IRON SUITCASE
Iron Suitcase is a free showcase and forum for both signed and unsigned musicians from the Los Angeles and San Francisco areas. Carlos Ferro created Iron Suitcase in 2002 as a medium to bring together his friends in the arts. As things evolved, however, and owing to Carlos’ musical background as a prominent San Francisco DJ, it became clear that Iron Suitcase was going to be all about music, musicians and music-associated video. Currently, three artists have their work showcased on Iron Suitcase: Stoomie, Mr. K and Jaysson5000.

Stoomie is a 17 year old musician/composer who works mainly in alternative hip hop and electronica. Iron Suitcase has now produced Stoomie’s first demo and a full-length album is currently in the works.

Mr. K is a founding member of the Los Angeles based band Satiate. He has also played and toured with several successful bands in the past. Satiate’s style is industrial metal, but Mr. K’s very creative, personal music ranges anywhere from alternative-ambient to thrashing electronica.

Jaysson5000’s raucous style is alternative rock. Heavily influenced by punk and glam rock of the 70’s, he has founded several Los Angeles based bands and is self-taught on most instruments. He is now branching into a solo career. All three artists are very proud to be a part of Iron Suitcase and “Rastros.”