pioneered the use of field videotaping and video production in the analysis of animal
and human behavior back in 1976. Dr. Haimoff received his Ph.D. from Cambridge
University in the field of biology, and went on to become a research professor in biology
at U.C.L.A., where he conducted pioneering field research in mainland China in the mid-
1980s to help the Chinese government in their conservation efforts to save their
remaining tropical rain forests and animals. In addition, Dr. Haimoff also continued his
ground-breaking research in both video production and developing computer programs
for biological analyses. Dr. Haimoff has published over 40 articles in refereed scientific
journals, and his work on animal behavior even became the subject of a P.B.S. science
television program in 1988.
Dr. Haimoff's professional TV production work began in 1988, when he joined the
science unit of the Los Angeles P.B.S. station, KCET, where he and his colleagues
produced literally dozens of science programs examining everything from why cats purr
to the science of sports medicine; from the last picture show of the Voyager space craft,
to the science of art; from ancient Chinese astronomy to the latest in laser surgery; from
the conservation of animals in the remotest parts of the world to conservation and being
more eco-aware here in the U.S.; and from the physiology of obesity, exercise,
metabolism and weight loss, to future colonization on Mars. This TV series won a Los
Angeles-area Emmy in 1990.
After forming GLOBAL SCIENCE PRODUCTIONS in 1990, Dr. Haimoff and his staff have
produced over 200 documentaries and news documentary segments for TV broadcast
that spanned the spectrum of science, from the beginnings of the universe at the Big
Bang, to profiles of the U.S. and Russian space programs in the old halcyon days of the
space race to the moon, and even to what humankind might look like in the next million
years. These documentaries have been broadcast in over 30 countries worldwide.
Some of the most recent documentary programs produced by Dr. Haimoff and Global
Science Productions have examined the most highly controversial current issues facing
humanity today such as the moral, ethical, scientific, and religious implications related
to human cloning, genetic modification of food, and animal transgenics. These issues
are still being as hotly debated as they were when these programs were first produced.
It is the goal of Dr. Haimoff and his production company to design programs that relieve
‘science anxiety’; educate as they entertain; and stimulate rather than intimidate. Each
program offers food for thought; measures the pulse of progress; and reveals the
human side of science.
since 1992 as a cameraman, editor, and sound effects specialist. Sam Oldham’s
professional career began as one of the original instructors at the famed Sherwood
Oaks Experimental College, where he conducted a class for Hollywood professionals
in 16mm filmmaking and moderated a lecture series entitled, “Anatomy of a Film”,
interviewing the stars and makers of such films as: “Star Wars”, “Superman: The
Movie”, “Alien”, “Poltergeist”, “The Empire Strikes Back”, “Star Trek: The Motion Picture”,
and “Return of the Jedi”. Oldham went on to produce, write and direct several
independent video productions that screened regularly at the original EZTV Video
Gallery in West Hollywood, as well as editing and providing post-production sound for
several action feature films featuring stars such as Richard Grieco, Corbin Bernsen,
Corey Feldman, and Don “the dragon” Wilson. In addition, Sam wrote the final scripts
for the films “The Surplus Male And The Amazon Women From Outer Space” and
“CE4K: Infestation From Mars”, and he also directed “CE4K”.
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production circles. Mr. Schlesinger was the Executive Producer for first run and
development for Chris-Craft/United Paramount Network - Fox Broadcasting. Mr.
Schlesinger recently joined forces with Dr. Elliott Haimoff as a Producer on various
projects.
Some of Mr. Schlesinger’s credits include: The Los Angeles Marathon (16yrs.), Live
Concerts - Hollywood Bowl (15yrs.), Hollywood Christmas Parade (5yrs.), Disneyland
Specials (6yrs.), Broadway Shows (10yrs.), Cirque du Soleil Specials (5yrs.), Latin
Music Specials (5yrs.), and other event spectaculars. Mr. Schlesinger served for eight
years as a Governor of the TV Academy, taught at Columbia College and UCLA, and
has won 18 LA Emmys.
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both as a freelancer and with Dr. Haimoff for Global Science Productions since 1996.
The documentaries produced by her range from the exploration of Mars and the future
exploitation of comets, to the potential dangers of human cloning, and the profile of the
first woman to break the sound barrier.
Ms. Sharp, who studied acting at the University of Toledo, also played one of the lead
characters in the cult classic sci-fi spoof “The Interplanetary Surplus Male And Amazon
Women From Outer Space”, and also played the part of the Sandusky police homicide
detective in “Close Encounters of the 4th Kind: Infestation From Mars.”
Ms. Sharp is also a country music singer/ songwriter and is currently producing her
demo CD at a recording studio in Santa Monica. Several songs from her repertoire of
originals are ideal for the film’s soundtrack as they uniquely capture the spirit and
adventure of the film.
In addition, Ms. Sharp is a licensed attorney (Ohio) and works as a research and
writing attorney with a personal injury lawyer in Marina del Rey. Ms. Sharp’s
understanding of the law, particularly with respects to contracts, is being utilized to
assist in the early phases of the film’s production.
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raised in Gonzales, Louisiana, Denny left the South at 17 to pursue a life and career in
California. He studied Digital Media on a Presidential Scholarship at Otis College of Art
and Design in Los Angeles.
In 2001, Hooten joined Global Science Productions, GSP which allowed him to exercise
his film and documentary making skills in full swing. Some of his favorite work with GSP
included documentaries about human cloning, genetically modified foods, and the
scariest and deadliest moments in space.
He applied his passion for life and media to research how technology can be used as a
tool to fight hunger, malnutrition and poverty in Africa. Denny worked with Africa Harvest
Biotech Foundation International as the Marketing Director and Member of Board of
Directors. His work there led him to film African scientist coalition at The World Summit
for Sustainable Development in Johannesburg, South Africa as well as co-author the
case study, Leveraging Biotechnology and Information Technology Solutions in
Productivity Enhancement for Social Advance in Kenya.
At the same time, Hooten organized The Hub, a production company with peers from
Otis. The Hub was awarded four Telly awards for best commercial production in 2002
and produced a feature nominated for Best Comedy at Shriekfest in 2003.
He then applied his background in film and media to earn his Master’s in Business
Administration from Pepperdine in 2004. After wanting to share his life experiences and
spend a little time back in Louisiana, Hooten served as a Professor at Louisiana State
University. Hooten was in Louisiana for Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and was privileged to
film during and after the storm with the Ascension Parish Sherriff’s department.
Hooten is currently Project Manager for DaVita®, a Fortune 500 healthcare company, in
El Segundo, CA as Project Manager with the Wisdom Team, Hooten keeps busy
traveling to national conferences, doing leadership and management training, and
media production for DaVita.
Hooten resides in Manhattan Beach, CA with his family and loves to entertain, cook and
keep the spirit of the South in his South Bay home. He shares a passion for travel and
adventure; lives life to the fullest and welcomes any challenge that may come his way.
