James Christian Morris
James Christian Morris started in film with Josh De’Horta on his independent productions, he then worked with the Sci-Fi Channel on the Original Film “Ice Spiders”, as well as working with Jeff Kanew’s National Lampoon film “The Legend of Awesomest Maximus”, on to other features like “The Christmas Dragon”, and the shows “Mythica”, “Mysteries of the Outdoors” and “The Outpost”.
What are some of the projects you have worked on in the last 12 months?
Over the last year I worked on two CryptTV series for FacebookWatch; Kinderfanger as the special fx assistant to Christina Kortum of Ravenous Studios, and Mira Mira as the puppeteer to the Mira demon.
I worked with director Rob York on the feature Tyger Tyger, as the Alien creature suit actor. As well as few commercial, event projects, and gallery sessions. Some brilliant short films including Sonder as Mike, and Prosperina as Aiden.
I also worked on the independent film Algea God of Pain as Oliver.
Most recently working on the newest instalment of the V/H/S franchise V/H/S/99 as their demon mischief maker Fercus dragging them to Hell & Back with directors Joseph and Vanessa Winters.
Who is your favorite person on set?
My favorite person on set is always my makeup team. When I have an incredible makeup artist, I feel at ease and empowered, knowing they have my face in their hands allows me to give in to the incredible character that we breathe life into for the world to wonder at.
What project have you worked on that made you a better professional?
I worked on an independent short recently that has gone on to be featured at film festivals around the world called A Tell Tale Heart. Every aspect of the film was meticulously specific to the directors vision, every day on set was a joy because I felt both respected for my craft as well as striving to achieve an incredible unique piece of cinema. Our needs as performers were met, and the energy of the production was palpable; because we knew our goals, surpassed them, and then walked away elated to have worked so hard and well together.
What advice do you have for your fellow actors or for people interested in pursuing acting as a career?
The advice I would give to my fellow actors is balance. Have a full life, engage in your surroundings, travel and feast on culture especially if it’s contrary to your own, indulge in the wonder of the human experience. Then, work hard, learn to present yourself well as someone who respects others and is worthy of respect. Being professional is about knowing your worth, and knowing when to stand up for your worth. This isn’t a career to take lightly, surround yourself with others that uplift you and want to see you succeed, then be the person that’s worthy of that trust. Can it be fun? Exciting? Ridiculous? Serious? Yes. Just keep in mind It is important to not sell yourself short, because many will do that to you as an artist.
At the end of a long set day remember; the arts are integral to humanity, it’s what people come home to.
