Take a look at some behind the scenes pictures with Gillian Zinser from the set days of “Halfway” movie.

x6 | Halfway – On Set [pictures]

Whether you are a filmmaker, or one of the Sundance programmers whose task it is to identify the films that make up a line-up, it is indeed the most wonderful, panic-filled and nerve racking time of the year. The 31st edition of the Sundance Film Festival kicks off on January 22nd with Park City and Salt Lake City playing host to some of the more innovative, thought-provoking narrative and non-fiction films of 2015. Last year, a Jenga tall order of 4,057 features and 8,161 shorts were submitted. Now let’s think about those numbers for a second.

Twenty years ago, Terry Zwigoff’s Crumb claimed the Grand Jury Prize Documentary award, Living in Oblivion‘s Tom DiCillo was honored with the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award, and Edward Burns’ micro-budgeted The Brothers McMullen (there is a read-worthy, lively, eleventh hour account on how it was submitted to the fest in Ted Hope’s “Hope for Film”) won the Grand Jury Prize Dramatic prize. Engrained in the Sundance folklore is the ongoing blood, sweat and tears struggle of the American independent filmmaker, which also acts as a testament to the hard-working indie film community at large (shout out goes to the producers and technicians behind the camera). There is a method to the madness, and it’ll likely never change.

Prior to the exciting announcements that will be made in early December, last week I proposed four days worth of predictions, a total of 80 films (including 15 docu films) that have, in my opinion Sundance written all over them. Truth be told, some are expected longshots, there are the next to no-shots, some will land elsewhere and a good chunk will indeed be part of the line-up. Here is a batch of 30 other titles that we took a long, hard look at and finally didn’t include in our prediction profiles, but wouldn’t be surprised if a handful do trickle into one of the ten programmed sections.

• Actress Marianna Palka saw her debut film Good Dick land at 2008 edition of the fest and she now appears to be back into creative mode with a pair of projects. The one we are zeroing in on is titled Worthy and stars Gillian Zinser, Jason Ritter, Lukas Haas.

Dear Gillian, in this wonderful day, please accept the best wishes from the bottom of our heart, from all your fans around this world. Happy Birthday to you, our prettiest girl on the earth! Stay precious, beautiful and keep smiling. Enjoy life ♥ You are my biggest inspiration and i’m truly happy for you, since the day when i heard about your new projects and upcoming roles. I’m so excited and hope you have a blast while celebrating your day and a new chapter of your career. HAPPY BDAY

“The Blind Side” star Quinton Aaron, “Twilight Saga” actor Edi Gathegi and “90210” actress Gillian Zinser are set to star in British writer Ben Caird’s feature directorial debut “Halfway,” TheWrap has learned.

Jonny Paterson is producing the movie, which Aaron will executive produce with former NFL star Nnamdi Asomugha (“Beasts of No Nation”), Tommy Oliver and longtime entertainment executives Bonnie Greenberg and Jonathan Baker.

Also read: ‘Dear White People’ Trailer Takes Films Like ‘The Help’ and ‘The Blind Side’ to Task (Video)

“Halfway” stars Aaron as Byron, a recently-released convict who finds himself trapped between two worlds — his urban criminal past and his new life as the only black man in a predominantly white, conservative Wisconsin farming town. The film chronicles Byron’s struggles as he adapts to his new life on probation, while trying to elude the very real threat of relapsing into his old life of crime.

Zinser will play the eldest daughter of Byron’s new family for whom he becomes a friend and confidante, while Gathegi plays Paulie, Byron’s lifelong pal who hasn’t been afforded the same second chance.

Amy Pietz and TJ Power will co-star in the film, which started production earlier this week on location in Montfort, WI.

Also read: ‘Blind Side’ Producer Molly Smith Forms Production Company, Signs First-Look Deal With Alcon

The “Halfway” filmmakers intend for the movie to serve as a commentary on the fractured incarceration system in America and the serious socio-economic implications that result from recidivism (the reincarceration of released felons for a similar crime within a short period of time). The American prison system has been at a breaking point for years, with a 700% growth in inmate population since 1973 that now stands at 2.4 million — higher than any other democratic nation in the world. Coupled with the discouraging statistic that nearly 66% of released prisoners will find themselves back in prison within three years, and approximately 75% within five years, it’s clear that more should be done to ensure that released prisoners are given the opportunity for an actual second chance.

The executive team behind “Halfway” supports entertainment that illuminates social conflict, and specifically develops projects that aim to inspire social change. To that end, they have announced plans to form the Halfway Foundation, which will seek to raise awareness for and create more public initiatives towards reducing recidivism rates.

Canadian production outfit Incendo has begun shooting its latest movie, Custody, on location in Montreal.

The film stars Gillian Zinser (Liars All) and Ryan Blakely (Dream House), with Tristan Dubois (Stealing Paradise, Surrender) directing. The movie tells the story of an in-home nurse single mother whose daughter is abducted, leaving her to decide whether she can hold one of her patients hostage and ultimately kill him.

Custody is produced with the participation of Bell Media. Jean Bureau, Incendo’s president and CEO, will exec produce.

“We are excited to be starting another new production with Gillian and Ryan,” Bureau said. “Custody continues our objective to take new and exciting roads with our stories and offer character-driven thrillers that will appeal to a young-adult audience worldwide.”

Gillian was spotted out and about in Venice, CA on June 1, 2014.

x9 | Gillian Zinser out and about in Venice, CA – 1 June 2014

Great news! Gillian Zinser has the new role in the movie called “Worthy”, she is playing Mara. The actress already been quite busy on the set. You can see the pictures below and some videos too.

x13 | Worthy – On Set [pictures]

Guys, don’t forget to check-in the album with personal photos. The collection already consists of more than 700 photos with Gillian, Luke and Coyote. Some of them are from her Instagram account, and some of them are unseen and exclusives!

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Gillian Zinser photographed at the TOMS Challenged Americans to Go One Day Without Shoes to Raise Global Awareness About Childrens Health and Education Needs on April 29, 2014 in Venice, CA.

x1 | TOMS to Go One Day Without Shoes to Raise Global Awareness – 29 April 2014

Actress Gillian Zinser attends the Zooey Deschanel for Tommy Hilfiger Collection launch event at The London Hotel on April 9, 2014 in West Hollywood, California.

x59 | Tommy Hilfiger Collection Launch Event – 9 April 2014

Another surprise: exclusive and very stunning outtakes with Gillian Zinser have been uploaded in the gallery.

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Recently or to be more specific – February 1, Gillian Zinser Network have celebrated three years online!

Although lately we have not a large amount of updates, i’m still working hardly and trying to add every single material and follow all news about Gillian. So, a little surprise – new layout into Icon Archive section called Gillicious, hope you like it!

And also added really beautiful animated icons, done by Koralina, thank you so so much for your efforts <3 If you have any to donate please contact me and credit will be given!

50 icons by Koralina

I have added into gallery newest portrait with Gillian Zinser and Luke Grimes from the recent photoshoot. They both looks amazing!

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Actors Gillian Zinser and Luke Grimes attend the GQ Men Of The Year Party at The Ebell Club of Los Angeles on November 12, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

x25 | GQ Men Of The Year Party – 12 November 2013
x2 | GQ Men Of The Year Party – Inside – 12 November 2013

Dear Gillian, i’m sure each visitor of this website is join me to congratulate you. Happy Birthday! Stay beautiful, awesome and coolest, be happy & keep smiling. Thanks for being truly amazing inspiration to me over all these years. We looking forward to see you in any upcoming movies/project, good luck!! ♥

Actress Gillian Zinser attends the ANTHROPOLOGIE Celebrates An Exclusive Collaboration by YOANA BARASCHI and CONSCIOUS COMMERCE in Support of NEW LIGHT INDIA on October 21, 2013 in Los Angeles. She looks so beautiful!

Gallery Link: x8 | ANTHROPOLOGIE Celebrates An Exclusive Collaboration – 21 October 2013

Newest photoshoot with Gillian Zinser have been uploaded in the gallery.

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I have added into gallery newest portrait with Gillian Zinser and her coyote from the recent photoshoot.

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Actress Gillian Zinser attends Kari Feinstein’s Pre-Emmy Style Lounge at the Andaz Hotel on September 20, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

Gallery Link: x7 | Kari Feinstein’s Pre-Emmy Style Lounge – Day 2 – 20 September 2013

Actress Gillian Zinser attends the MICROSOFT Presents the launch of P.S.- You’re Invited…by ERICA DOMESEK on September 17, 2013. Later, the actress attends Hudson Jeans Presents The Art of Elysium’s Genesis Celebrating Emerging Artists event at Siren Cube on September 20, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

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x2 | MICROSOFT Presents the launch of P.S.- You’re Invited – 17 September 2013
x2 | Hudson Jeans Presents The Art of Elysium’s Genesis – 20 September 2013

Please don’t forget to check out the album with personal pictures in the gallery, which is updated each time!

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