We all met at a bake sale
 
Meet the Layer Cake Films crew…
Michelle
Michelle
Hometown Sandy, Utah
Job description Weaver of Film, Baker of Cake
Three favorite movies Texas Chainsaw Massacre (’74), Dead Alive, City of Lost Children
Best cake grocery store bakery white cake with tons of frosting
Who is your inner rock star? I emote like Robert Smith and creep like Siouxsie Sioux but deep down I’m really Jem. Because she’s truly outrageous. Oooooh, Jem.
Inner movie star? Joan Crawford. I dream about making demanding speeches to the board of Pepsi Co.
Your greatest memory Recording the Nine Sisters album and then roller-skating through Santa Monica. All day. Everyday. With Gene Kelly.
What people say about you “Oh look, that’s the girl who’s dating Johnny Depp.”
Deepest darkest secret I still have that cowlick hair and I loved that movie Stomp the Yard.
Blane or Duckie? There will always be a place in my heart for the Duckman, but I want Blane.
When I am a guest at a wedding I Pray there will be a chocolate fountain.
Chicken or fish? Chicken. Dipped in the chocolate fountain.
Michelle
John
Hometown Lowell, Michigan
Job description Director of Photography
Three favorite movies Touch of Evil, Delicatessen, Seven
Best cake cup
Who is your inner rock star? Perry Farrell circa 1988
Inner movie star? Bruce, the mechanical shark from the movie Jaws
Your greatest memory My senior year I made it my mission to miss as many days of school as possible. On my last absence I pretty much took over Chicago. Singing, dancing, racing, building snoring mannequins. I got quite a lot done in one magical day.
What people say about you “Uh oh.”
Deepest darkest secret My camera has no film in it.
Andy or Iona? Iona. Age = experience
When I am a guest at a wedding I Shoot film, right?
Chicken or fish? Chicken, lots and lots of chicken.
Michelle
Jennifer
Hometown Downey, California
Job description A pinch of this, a pinch of that, and a little shooting tossed in for good measure.
Three favorite movies All About Eve, Delicatessen, Marie Antoinette
Best cake Red Velvet
Who is your inner rock star? Adam Ant…it gives me an excuse to wear excessive ruffles.
Inner movie star? Bette Davis. I AM Baby Jane.
Your greatest memory I had to attend Saturday detention once when I was in high school. I met some lovely people. But it turns out that pixie sticks and bread do not a meal make.
What people say about you “Did you know that her 2 pugs are descended from royalty?”
Deepest darkest secret One of my husband’s favorite movies is Jerry Maguire.
Blane or Duckie? Neither, I want Steff, top-siders and all.
When I am a guest at a wedding I Hide until the cake comes out.
Chicken or fish? Whichever one comes with a cheese wheel.
Michelle
Megan
Hometown San Francisco, California
Job description Cinematographer, traveling chanteuse (yes, I take requests)
Three favorite movies Evil Dead 2, Aliens, The Terminator
Best cake Godiva chocolate cheesecake
Who is your inner rock star? I am my own inner rock star.
Inner movie star? I’m gonna go with Gary Oldman. Just because he’s so dang cool.
Your greatest memory This one time I went to school, got beat up by the class bullies, ended up downtown in some crazy bookstore, and stole a book with two snakes eating each other on the front cover. Then I took a trip on a flying dog-dragon.
What people say about you “She has to be lip-syncing. It’s just TOO amazing!”
Deepest darkest secret I love those stupid MTV Real World/Road Rules challenges. I’m waiting to outgrow them. Patiently waiting.
Blane or Duckie? Blane. Who doesn’t want the rich dude who’s sensitive but also manly?
When I am a guest at a wedding I Cry shamelessly.
Chicken or fish? Fish all the way.
Michelle
DeeAnna
Hometown San Jose, California
Job description Cinematographer
Three favorite movies Trainspotting, The Color Purple, Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire
Best cake Le Gâteau au Chocolat
Who is your inner rock star? A gay Jimi Hendrix.
Inner movie star? Dorothy Dandridge with the kick-butt spirit of Queen Latifah.
Your greatest memory My friend G.D. giving me his prized copy of Hagakure leading to my lifelong following of the bushido code.
What people say about you “I wish I had a body like that!”
Deepest darkest secret I am anxiously awaiting the Spice Girls reunion tour.
Blane or Duckie? Iona
When I am a guest at a wedding I Always take off my shoes.
Chicken or fish? Fish, but without that lame lemon wedge.

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