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Actress MELANIE HAYNES is a Darkly Wicked Doula in Terror Films Newest Horror Drama Release ‘BLOOD BORN’

Actress Melanie Haynes is a Darkly Wicked Doula in Terror Films Newest Horror Drama Release ‘BLOOD BORN’

LOS ANGELES (August 16, 2021) – Actress Melanie Haynes practices dark magic as the wicked doula ‘Ola’ in Terror Films newest horror drama feature film, BLOOD BORN, currently available on Amazon Prime and other digital streamers.

From writer/director Reed Shusterman, BLOOD BORN follows a couple who are about to give up on their dream of having children when they meet Ola (Haynes), a doula who promises a magical solution to their infertility problems. When Ola moves in for a series of strange, taxing rituals, overseen by a charming but dangerous doctor, they find out that the magic is extremely risky and that the baby they’re about to have might not be quite human.

Haynes is receiving raves for her portrayal as the overbearing doula, “Melanie Haynes is simply brilliant…takes over not only the house but every scene she is in…totally anchors the movie with her imposing performance…” (Gore in the Store); and “It’s well-made, directed and very well acted too, especially Melanie Haynes as Ola…” (My Bloody Reviews).

The role of Ola was a welcomed departure for Haynes, who was able to showcase a more intense dramatic character. “Playing Ola was a departure from many of my previous roles, which are often warm, nurturing and sometimes slightly offbeat. Since I approach any character as an extension of myself, I didn’t want to just play the darkness. Instead, I portrayed Ola as doing what she felt was right for the couple and the baby. I focused on the joy and importance of bringing this baby into the world, while minimizing the more sinister aspects of exactly what is being created.”

A talented actress, Haynes delivers solid performances no matter what the genre. She recently appeared as the cumbersome well-intentioned Aunt Patty in the quirky family comedy, Antiquities, from director Daniel Campbell and starring Andrew J. West, Michaela Watkins, Ashley Greene and Mary Steenburgen. Haynes also emerged with Marla Sokoloff, Rob Mayes and Marie Osmond last holiday season in the original Lifetime movie The Road Home for Christmas, as a supportive mother whose only wish is that her daughter makes it home in time for Christmas.

On television, she has landed opposite Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali in HBO’s acclaimed True Detective, as well as on CBS’s Young Sheldon, TruTV’s Adam Ruins Everything, ABC’s The Middle, and WGN America’s Salem. Haynes lent her voice for Sony’s Oscar winning Best Animated Feature film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, along with Hollywood notables Nicolas Cage, Hailee Steinfeld, Liev Schreiber, John Mulaney, Mahershala Ali and Lily Tomlin. She has also appeared in several celebrated indie films, including the coming-of-age drama A Country Called Home, the buddy road-trip tale Chasing the Sun and the dramatically touching Heartland.

Haynes earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002, and she splits her time between Los Angeles and Houston.

Up next, Haynes can be seen in the original comedy feature film, California King, and the new Peacock reality movie, The Real Housewives of the North Pole, starring Housewives alum Kyle Richards.

Melanie Haynes is represented by Aqua Talent and Caviar Entertainment; along with Pastorini-Bosby Talent (Houston/Southeast).

 

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Melanie Haynes in Blood Born
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Conversations with the Inspiring Melanie Haynes

Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over

Today we’d like to introduce you to Melanie Haynes.
 

Melanie, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.

My first stage was my family’s kitchen table when I was two, and since then, my passion for all things acting has only grown. I grew up in Cherokee, Kansas and after living in South Korea for a brief time for my father’s work, we moved to Texas, I attended Lamar University in Beaumont and transferred to the University of Houston. After receiving a bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston studying with Cecil Pickett and Sidney Berger, I danced with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Acting called again, and a boom in demand for voice over talent kept me busy while I hung up my dancing shoes to pursue an on-camera acting and voice over career. I became a member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA, serving on the board of SAG-AFTRA in Houston for 15 years and as the President of the Houston Local Branch for two terms.

In Houston and around Texas, I worked in many commercials, feature films, and tv movies in roles from baseball bat toting bar owner to loving aunt to nosy neighbor. At one point in time, I was “the voice of” each of the big retail stores in Houston and around Texas for many years – Foleys, Joske’s, Palais Royal, Sakowitz, etc. I established my own professional ISDN voice over studio in 2002, and I work daily with clients all over the world. Since my three sons are grown, and with the blessing of my husband, I am now bi-coastal – living and working both in Los Angeles and Texas – seeking more national opportunities!

Coming up, I play the awkward Aunt Patty in the new comedy feature film, ANTIQUITIES, airing on Showtime beginning September 1st. Later this holiday season, I will appear on Lifetime In the new original TV movie, The Road Home For Christmas, starring Marla Sokoloff (The Practice), Rob Mayes (Mistresses) and veteran entertainer Marie Osmond. Last holiday season, I appeared in the Lifetime movie, MY CHRISTMAS INN.

Other recent appearances include a card dealer on CBS comedy Young Sheldon and opposite Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali in season three of HBO drama True Detective. Television credits also include roles in TruTV’s Adam Ruins Everything, ABC’s The Middle, and WGN America’s Salem. Film credits include creating a voice for Sony’s Oscar-winning Best Animated Feature film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, along with Nicolas Cage, Hailee Steinfeld, Liev Schreiber, John Mulaney, Mahershala Ali and Lily Tomlin. I have also appeared in several celebrated indie films, including the coming-of-age drama A Country Called Home, the buddy road-trip tale Chasing the Sun and the dramatically touching Heartland.

I am represented in Houston, by Pastorini-Bosby Talent, and in LA by Aqua Talent and manager Caviar Entertainment.
 

Has it been a smooth road?
Navigating the entertainment industry can definitely be a challenge. My best advice is to study with the best people you can find so that you are confident that you are totally prepared – and keep studying. Don’t let any negative comments get you down – and don’t take them in as your own. Realize that you are enough. You don’t have to look or sound like anyone else. You have value and something to offer that no one else has. If you truly want it, Never Give Up!
 

We’d love to hear more about your work and what you are currently focused on. What else should we know?
As an actress, my brand is me. I have learned that although I play different characters, they are all a part of or an extension of aspects of my personality – or others I have known. I am proud that I have come to learn who I truly am and I am so grateful for all the wonderful people I have learned from and worked with – especially my family!
 

Looking back on your childhood, what experiences do you feel played an important role in shaping the person you grew up to be?
Even though we all have doubts from time to time, I think I was brought up to believe in myself. The people around me, especially my family, thought I could do anything.
 

Contact Info:

Website: http://www.melaniehaynes.com
Email: melanie@melaniehaynes.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melaniehaynes_actor
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Melanie.Haynes.VoiceTalent.Actress/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Melanie_Haynes1
IMDB: http://www.imdb.me/melaniehaynes
 

Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over
Melanie Haynes - Actress & Voice Over

 

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ShowBizzBuzz: Melanie Haynes in New Comedy Film “Antiquities” on Showtime

Who is Buzzworthy?

Actress Melanie Haynes steps in for laughs as the awkward Aunt Patty in the comedy film Antiquities heading to Showtime beginning September 1st.

The film also stars Andrew J. West (The Walking Dead), Ashley Green (Twilight), Mary Steenburgen (Last Vegas) and Michaela Watkins (The Back-up Plan).
 


 

What’s Antiquities about?

The film is described as: the story of Walt (West), a young man who moves to his father’s hometown after his death in search of learning who his father really was. After arriving, Walt decides to stay with his cumbersome but well-intentioned Aunt Patty (Haynes) and her family, and accepts a job in a local antique mall where his father worked when he was younger. Along his journey, Walt ends up not only learning about his father, but also about himself.
 


 

What’s being said about Melanie Haynes as Aunt Patty?

Director/co-creator Daniel Campbell had this to say: “Melanie brought so much charm and vulnerability to Aunt Patty. It was such a critical role in the film and she gave us exactly what we needed Aunt Patty to be. I couldn’t be happier with her performance.”
 


 

And, co-creator/actor Graham Gordy (co-creator of Cinemax series Quarry, Rectify) said: “Melanie was tremendous as Aunt Patty. As an actress, she has all the gears, from the saccharine sweetness down to the pained regret of that character. I can’t imagine anyone more perfect for it.”
 


 

What’s next for Melanie Haynes?

Melanie will celebrate the holidays on Lifetime in the new original TV movie, The Road Home for Christmas. She plays Marla Sokoloff’s (The Practice) supportive mother, who hopes her daughter makes it home in time for Christmas. And, this won’t be Melanie’s first holiday movie for Lifetime either. She appeared last year in My Christmas Inn.
 

Where else have you seen Melanie Haynes?

On TV, she was a card dealer on CBS’s Young Sheldon and worked with Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali on HBO’s True Detective. Before that, she appeared in TruTV’s Adam Ruins Everything, ABC’s The Middle, and WGN America’s Salem. She is part of the voice cast for the Oscar-winning Best Animated Feature film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse; and has appeared in a string of indie films, including A Country Called Home, Chasing the Sun and Heartland.
 

How can you keep up with Melanie Haynes?

Check out her website: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com
Find her on Twitter: @Melanie_Haynes1
 


 

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Actress MELANIE HAYNES is Awkward Auntie in Quirky Film ‘ANTIQUITIES’ on SHOWTIME Beginning September 1, 2019

Also Heads to LIFETIME for Holiday TV Movie ‘THE ROAD HOME FOR CHRISTMAS’

LOS ANGELES (August 21, 2019) – Actress Melanie Haynes is the awkward Aunt Patty in the new comedy feature film, ANTIQUITIES, airing on SHOWTIME beginning September 1st.

According to director/co-creator Daniel Campbell, Haynes delivers some homespun fun in the quirky film, adding “Melanie brought so much charm and vulnerability to Aunt Patty. It was such a critical role in the film and she gave us exactly what we needed Aunt Patty to be. I couldn’t be happier with her performance.” She appears in the film along with stars Andrew J. West (The Walking Dead), Ashley Green (Twilight), Mary Steenburgen (Last Vegas) and Michaela Watkins (The Back-up Plan).

ANTIQUITIES tells the story of Walt (West), a young man who moves to his father’s hometown after his death in search of learning who his father really was. After arriving, Walt decides to stay with his cumbersome but well-intentioned Aunt Patty (Haynes) and her family, and accepts a job in a local antique mall where his father worked when he was younger. Along his journey, Walt ends up not only learning about his father, but also about himself.

Co-creator/actor Graham Gordy (co-creator of Cinemax series Quarry, Rectify) also shares, “Melanie was tremendous as Aunt Patty. As an actress, she has all the gears, from the saccharine sweetness down to the pained regret of that character. I can’t imagine anyone more perfect for it.”

Later this holiday season, Haynes heads to Lifetime for the new original TV movie, THE ROAD HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, starring Marla Sokoloff (The Practice), Rob Mayes (Mistresses) and veteran entertainer Marie Osmond. The film follows two rival musicians, Lindsay (Sokoloff) and Wes (Mayes), who suddenly find themselves without a gig on Christmas Eve and decide to road trip to their neighboring hometowns together. Haynes joins-in as Lindsay’s supportive mother, whose only wish is that her daughter makes it home in time for Christmas. The project marks the second time Haynes has worked with director Peter Sullivan, after appearing last year in his original Lifetime holiday TV movie My Christmas Inn.

Haynes has been building a solid resume, splitting her time between Los Angeles and her hometown Houston, Texas. Television audiences will recall her recent appearances as a card dealer on CBS comedy Young Sheldon and opposite Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali in season three of HBO drama True Detective. Her television credits also include roles in TruTV’s Adam Ruins Everything, ABC’s The Middle, and WGN America’s Salem.

Her film credits are out of this world, literally. Haynes lent her voice for Sony’s Oscar winning Best Animated Feature film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, along with Nicolas Cage, Hailee Steinfeld, Liev Schreiber, John Mulaney, Mahershala Ali and Lily Tomlin. She has also appeared in several celebrated indie films, including the coming-of-age drama A Country Called Home, the buddy road-trip tale Chasing the Sun and the dramatically touching Heartland.

Haynes earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002.

Melanie Haynes is represented by Aqua Talent and Caviar Entertainment; along with Pastorini-Bosby Talent (Houston/Southeast).

For further information on MELANIE HAYNES visit: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com

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Melanie Haynes Continues to Land On-Screens Big and Small

Melanie Haynes

There are always actors who you recognize by face, but don’t necessarily know their name. These are the often the hardest working people in the business – and one such woman rising up the ranks is actress Melanie Haynes.

Not sure who she is? Well, Melanie has been working with some of the biggest names in the business.

On the big screen, Melanie joined the Marvel Universe, or at least her voice did, for the Oscar winning Best Animated Feature film, “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.” The Sony release crosses parallel dimensions and teams up with the Spider-Men of those dimensions to stop a threat to all reality. Melanie voiced the Brooklyn Visions Teacher along with A-listers Nicolas Cage, Hailee Steinfeld, Liev Schreiber, John Mulaney, Mahershala Ali, Lily Tomlin. She has been appearing indie films for years, including recently as the awkward Aunt Patty in the comedy “Antiquities,” starring Andrew J. West, Ashley Green, Mary Steenburgen and Michaela Watkins.

On the small screen, Melanie has been popping up everywhere. She is set to appear this week on the CBS hit “Young Sheldon,” dealing up big laughs in the episode titled ‘A Broken Heart and a Crock Monster.’ Earlier this year, she was seen opposite Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali in Season 3 of the critically-acclaimed HBO crime-drama “True Detective.” Her television credits also include roles in Lifetime’s TV movie “My Christmas Inn,” TruTV’s “Adam Ruins Everything,” ABC’s “The Middle,” WGN America’s “Salem,” and numerous others.

While you might not remember her name – yet – it’s clear that Melanie Haynes is definitely an actress you’ve already been watching.

Want to know where Melanie Haynes will appear next?
Visit her website for the latest news: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com

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Actress MELANIE HAYNES Delivers Holiday Fun in Lifetime’s ‘MY CHRISTMAS INN’ and Sony’s Animated ‘SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE’

Also Coming in 2019 on HBO’s ‘TRUE DETECTIVE’

LOS ANGELES (November 15, 2019) – Actress MELANIE HAYNES delivers plenty of fun this holiday season appearing in Lifetime’s TV movie, MY CHRISTMAS INN, and then in theaters with Sony’s animated Marvel feature film, SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE. Haynes will head back to the small screen in 2019 when she emerges in season three of HBO’s anthology crime drama TRUE DETECTIVE.

On November 21st, Haynes joins the festivities as Ruth in the Lifetime holiday movie MY CHRISTMAS INN. The story follows Jen Taylor (Tia Mowry-Hardict), who inherits a cozy Alaskan inn and unexpectedly discovers a spark of love with small town attorney Steve Anderson (Rob Mayes). Ruth (Haynes) and her husband are regulars at the Inn who demonstrate to Jen just how fulfilling a loving relationship can be.

Then hitting theaters on December 14th, Haynes lends her voice to the Marvel Universe for the new Sony animated feature film SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE. Spider-Man crosses parallel dimensions and teams up with the Spider-Men of those dimensions to stop a threat to all reality. Haynes joins the action as the Logic Teacher alongside the all-star cast including Nicolas Cage, Hailee Steinfeld, Liev Schreiber, John Mulaney, Mahershala Ali, Lily Tomlin.

Coming in 2019, Haynes heads back to the small screen for the anticipated season three of HBO’s anthology crime drama series TRUE DETECTIVE, premiering on January 13th. The next installment tells the story of Wayne Hays (Mahershala Ali), a state police detective tasked with investigating the disappearance of two young children in the Ozarks. Haynes joins the cast that also includes Carmen Ejogo, Stephen Dorff, Ray Fisher, Sarah Gadon and Rhys Wakefield among others.

Haynes is excited by the diverse projects she’s been part of recently, adding “I love working on such a variety of projects in drama and comedy – traveling to new, beautiful locales and working with such wonderful actors, directors, and crew! Since so much of my work has been in voice over through the years, it was especially delightful to be asked to voice a character in this ground breaking new animated Spider-Man feature film. Excelsior!”

Haynes has landed in several celebrated indie films, including as the awkward Aunt Patty in the comedy Antiquities, starring Andrew J. West, Ashley Green, Mary Steenburgen and Michaela Watkins; and as Aunt Trish in the new digital buddy road-trip comedy release Chasing the Sun. Her film roles also include Mother of Mackenzie Davis in the coming-of-age drama, A Country Called Home; as a Church-going, pyramid scheming deceitful woman in Heartland; as the charming but lonely Southern belle Cordella in the award-winning short Tender Moments; and as the no- nonsense bar owner Sissy in the indie drama The Last Mark.

Splitting her time between Los Angeles and her hometown Houston, Texas, Haynes has appeared in and voiced numerous television projects, most recently as a Southern Chef opposite Adam Conover in TruTV’s Adam Ruins Everything. Her TV credits also include The Middle, Salem, A Face to Kill For, The Con, Arrest & Trial and The Daily Apple. She earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002.

Melanie Haynes is represented by Aqua Talent, Caviar Enertainment, Osbrink Agency (VO), Pastorini-Bosby Talent (Houston/SE) and Stars Talent Studio (Utah).

For further information on MELANIE HAYNES visit: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com

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Actress MELANIE HAYNES Emerges the Awkward Auntie in New Comedy Feature “ANTIQUITIES”

World Premiere at DANCES WITH FILMS at TCL Chinese Theatres on June 16, 2018

LOS ANGELES (May 29, 2018) – Actress MELANIE HAYNES emerges as the awkward Aunt Patty in the new quirky indie comedy feature film, ANTIQUITIES, making its World Premiere at Dances with Films at the TCL Chinese Theatres in Hollywood on June 16, 2018.

Haynes delivers homespun fun along with stars Andrew J. West (The Walking Dead), Ashley Green (Twilight), Mary Steenburgen (Last Vegas) and Michaela Watkins (The Back-up Plan). The film was directed by Daniel Campbell from a script he co-wrote along with Graham Gordy (co-creator of Cinemax series Quarry, Rectify), under their Arkansas-based Mortuus Pater Pictures banner.

ANTIQUITIES follows Walt (West), a young man who moves to his father’s hometown after his death in search of learning who his father really was. While there, Walt decides to stay with his awkward Aunt Patty (Haynes) and her family, and accepts a job in a local antique mall where his father worked when he was younger. Along his journey, Walt ends up not only learning about his father, but also about himself.

Haynes was thrilled at the opportunity to dive into this eccentric cast of characters, adding “I loved all of the wonderful characters the writers had created, especially Aunt Patty, the moment I read the script. Being from a small town in Kansas, I could relate to the denial and putting on a happy face to the world that she and her family have. I was even more delighted when I found out what a stellar cast they had assembled to play these great characters!”

Haynes has been building a solid resume in Hollywood and beyond. Most recently, she appeared as a Southern Chef to assist Adam Conover with debunking the latest food myths in TruTV’s popular series, Adam Ruins Everything. Her credits include several celebrated indie films, including her role as the diabetic Mother of Mackenzie Davis in the coming-of-age drama, A Country Called Home; and as a Church-going, pyramid scheming deceitful woman in the dramatically touching film Heartland. Haynes also shined on the festival circuit in the award-winning short film Tender Moments, as the charming but lonely Southern belle Cordella; and as the no-nonsense bar owner Sissy in the indie drama The Last Mark.

Splitting her time between Los Angeles and her hometown Houston, Texas, Haynes has appeared in and voiced numerous television projects, including The Middle, Salem, A Face to Kill For, The Con, Arrest & Trial and The Daily Apple. She earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002.

Coming soon, Haynes will appear in Todd Norwood’s buddy road-trip tale, Chasing the Sun, about two cousins who set off on a misadventure to Key West to find their uncle. In addition, Haynes joins the voice-over cast of characters in the highly anticipated animated film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, slated for release in December.

Melanie Haynes is represented by Aqua Talent and Caviar Enertainment.

For further information on MELANIE HAYNES visit: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com

For tickets/info to ANTIQUITIES at Dances With Films visit: https://danceswithfilms.com/film-listings-narrative-features/antiquities

Melanie Haynes on-set of ANTIQUITIES
Melanie Haynes on-set of ANTIQUITIES

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Actress MELANIE HAYNES Gets Cookin’ on TruTV’s “ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING”

Also Currently Streaming in Feature Films “A COUNTRY CALLED HOME” and “HEARTLAND”

LOS ANGELES (July 11, 2017) – Actress MELANIE HAYNES overcooks a couple of myths in an all-new episode of TruTV’s investigative comedy series, ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING, set to air on July 18th. Haynes can also currently be seen streaming on Netflix in the soulful drama A COUNTRY CALLED HOME; and on Amazon/iTunes/GooglePlay in the heart-wrenching drama HEARTLAND.

ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING follows Adam Conover as he uses a not-quite-deadly combination of comedy, history and science to debunk widespread misconceptions about topics and ideas that are routinely taken for granted. Haynes steps in as a Southern Chef to assist Adam in debunking the latest food myths in the episode titled, “Adam Ruins Weight Loss.”

Haynes has been gaining attention for her work in several celebrated indie films. First, the coming-of-age drama, A COUNTRY CALLED HOME, follows Ellie, a young woman (Imogen Poots) dealing with the death of her estranged alcoholic father and the extended family she never knew. Haynes appears as Brenda, the diabetic Mother of Ellie’s best friend Reno (Mackenzie Davis). The film stars Mary McCormack, June Squibb, Shea Whigham and Ryan Bingham and comes from first-time director Anna Axster.

Haynes also appears in the dramatically touching film HEARTLAND, about Lauren, a young Oklahoma artist (Velinda Godfrey), struggling with the recent death of her girlfriend, who finds escape in a reckless affair with her brother’s girlfriend. Haynes joins in the story as Gail, a Church going pyramid scheming cohort of Lauren’s mother (Beth Grant). The film was directed by Maura Anderson from a script by Velinda Godfrey and Todd Waring.

Coming soon, Haynes will emerge as an unforgettable Auntie in two indie comedy features, including ANTIQUITIES, which follows a young man’s search to discover who his dead father was only to stumble onto himself. The film stars Mary Steenburgen, Ashley Greene, Michaela Watkins and Andrew J. West. In addition, Haynes will appear in Todd Norwood’s buddy road-trip tale, CHASING THE SUN, about two cousins who set off on a misadventure to Key West to find their uncle. Haynes also continues to shine on the festival circuit in the award-winning short film TENDER MOMENTS, as the charming but lonely Southern belle Cordella who takes solace in collecting her porcelain figurines.

Splitting her time between Los Angeles and her hometown Houston, Texas, Haynes has built a solid resume both on-camera and as a voice-over actress. Festival fans will remember her as the no-nonsense bar owner Sissy in the indie drama The Last Mark. She has appeared in and voiced numerous television projects, including The Middle, Salem, A Face to Kill For, The Con, Arrest & Trial and The Daily Apple. She earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002.

Melanie Haynes is represented by Linda McAlister Talent (LA/Dallas), Caviar Entertainment (LA) and Pastorini-Bosby Talent (Houston).

For further information on MELANIE HAYNES visit: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com

Melanie Haynes on-set of ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING
Melanie Haynes on-set of A COUNTRY CALLED HOME
Melanie Haynes (L) on-set of HEARTLAND with Eve Gordon and Beth Grant

Actress MELANIE HAYNES Demands Truth on WGN America’s Witchy New Hit-Series “SALEM”

Also Appears in Festival-Favorite Indie Film “THE LAST MARK”

HOUSTON, Texas (May 19, 2014) – Actress MELANIE HAYNES flexes her strength in an all-new episode of WGN America’s spooky freshman drama series, “Salem,” set to air on June 1, 2014. Haynes also appears as one tough lady in the indie feature, “The Last Mark,” currently screening on the festival circuit.

In the episode titled, “Our Own Private America,” Haynes gets fed-up and turns to the authorities for answers. Set in the volatile world of 17th century Massachusetts, the show explores the infamous times of the witch trials, uncovering the dark and supernatural truths of the times. Created and executive-produced by Brannon Braga (“24”) and Adam Simon, the show stars Janet Montgomery, Shane West, Seth Gabel and Xander Berkeley.

Haynes rolls up her sleeves as the no-nonsense bar owner Sissy in the indie drama “The Last Mark,” which recently premiered at WorldFest-Houston. The film reveals the stories of the good ol’ days of a legendary card shark (Bo Brinkman) and his sidekick (William Morgan Sheppard), which leads to the exposure of a long lost dark secret. It’s only then, that the legend’s son (Jeremy London) can escape his bleak future as a ‘mark’ and find redemptive kindness.

Haynes was thrilled to be part of the Houston-based project, adding “Not only did I get the chance to work with wonderfully seasoned actors, like William Morgan Sheppard, but I also got to share screen-time with actors I’ve known for years but have never had a chance to work alongside. We all had a great time telling this story!”

Haynes has built a solid resume both on-camera and as a voice-over actress over the years. The Houston native has appeared in and voiced numerous television projects, including “A Face to Kill For,” “The Con,” “Arrest & Trial” and “The Daily Apple.” She earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002.

Melanie Haynes is represented by Linda McAlister Talent (Los Angeles/Dallas) and Pastorini-Bosby Talent (Houston).

For further information on MELANIE HAYNES visit: www.MelanieHaynes-Actress.com

 

Melanie Haynes Gets Tough at Worldfest

imageActress MELANIE HAYNES Gets Tough at WorldFest-Houston in “THE LAST MARK” and in WGN’s Upcoming Series “SALEM”

HOUSTON, Texas (April 7, 2014) – Actress MELANIE HAYNES is one tough lady in the indie feature “The Last Mark,” screening at WorldFest-Houston on April 10, 2014. Haynes also flexes her strength in an episode of WGN America’s spooky new drama series, “Salem,” premiering later this month.

Up first, Haynes rolls up her sleeves as the no-nonsense bar owner Sissy in the indie drama “The Last Mark.” The film reveals the stories of the good ol’ days of a legendary card shark (Bo Brinkman) and his sidekick (William Morgan Sheppard), which leads to the exposure of a long lost dark secret. It’s only then, that the legend’s son (Jeremy London) can escape his bleak future as a ‘mark’ and find redemptive kindness.

Haynes was thrilled to be part of the Houston-based project, adding “Not only did I get the chance to work with wonderfully seasoned actors, like William Morgan Sheppard, but I also got to share screen-time with actors I’ve known for years but have never had a chance to work alongside. We all had a great time telling this story!”

Up next, Haynes gets fed-up and turns to the authorities for answers during the seventh episode of WGN America’s highly-anticipated new series, “Salem.” Scheduled to premiere on the network on April 20th, the show is set in the volatile world of 17th century Massachusetts and explores the infamous times of the witch trials, uncovering the dark and supernatural truths of the times. Created and executive-produced by Brannon Braga (“24”) and Adam Simon, the show stars Janet Montgomery, Shane West, Seth Gabel and Xander Berkeley.

Haynes has built a solid resume both on-camera and as a voice-over actress over the years. The Houston native has appeared in and voiced numerous television projects, including “A Face to Kill For,” “The Con,” “Arrest & Trial” and “The Daily Apple.” She earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in Theater and English at the University of Houston, and danced for several years with Patsy Swayze’s Houston Jazz Ballet Company. Haynes served on the board of SAG-AFTRA’s Houston Local Branch for 15 years and as the President for two terms. Today, Haynes continues to run her own professional voice over studio which she established back in 2002.BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwMzIxNzYzOQ@@._V1_SY317_C

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