Marisa Dzintars

Actor | Writer | Creative

The first thing Marisa heard walking into a store today is, "Nice dimples!" Her big smile is hard to miss. In fact, if she were the victim on a true crime show, she would be one of those, "She lit up every room she walked into" type of person.

Starring in the upcoming rom-com Love at First Spite, she brings her comedic prowess honed through stand-up and improv. Additionally, she’s utilized her talents to combat human sex trafficking in her docu-style thriller, Beyond the Neon.

Off-screen, Marisa is a constant creative, dishing out art department on commercial sets. She’s a hobby crafter and usually has paint on her hands. Camping, snowboarding, horseback riding, or coddling a houseplant - She's not afraid to get her hands dirty.

After graduating from AMDA Los Angeles, she trained at Groundlings, UCB, Michael D. Cohen Studios, Scott Sedita Acting Studios and regularly performs and writes for the Deadline Junkies community.

Working professionally in entertainment for over a decade, Marisa effortlessly embodies the sarcastic, sometimes vulnerable, is she flirting or plotting? essence of the millennial woman.

TLDR; Marisa is undeniably adventurous, creative, and brings magic to every project she's on.

Talent Agent - Commercial
Christine Tarallo, Now Talent Group
E: christine@nowtalentgroup.com
PH: 818-469-1876

Talent Agent - Theatrical
Terrece Lynn, The Wayne Agency
E: terrece@thewayneagency.com
PH: 310-492-5994

Photo by Stasi Photography

One of Marisa's most meaningful projects to date is the docu-drama thriller Beyond the Neon - Exposing Sex Trafficking in Las Vegas.

Now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

Q + A

What's the latest?

MARISA: The comedy feature Love at First Spite (in which I'm one of the leads) is working its way through post-prod. Getting excited for the world to see it soon!

I kept myself busy during the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike with classes and honing skills (like horseback riding!)

I may have some top-secret projects cooking right now... stay tuned!

What's your favorite genre to work in?

I used to only want to do comedy, but personal tragedy sparked a need for emotional roles. I'm drawn to "content with a cause."

What are your favorite characters to play?

I like a messy, sarcastic character. They have the best secrets. I give good "meet cute" and have been playing the flirt since children's theater, but I like a shade of darkness.

What would some dream jobs be?

I've been dreaming of working on a fantasy set, telling a compelling story while being immersed in a colorful, intense, star-struck world.

Someday I will pay homage to my South Dakota roots and play a cowgirl and ride a horse into the sunset. I've started training with horses at a ranch in Los Angeles, yee-haw!

I've always been interested in the future of media and new ways of storytelling (VR? Immersive choose-your-own?)

Thoughts for 2024?

My mantra this year is "Only More" - More water, more creating, more laughs, more adventure… lets do it!

Marisa Dzintars Mor Photo by Leah Huebner

Marisa Dzintars white button up shirt DTLA Film Festival

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With Gratitude

I want to express gratitude for the instructors I've learned from this past year - Michael D. Cohen, Kim Kalish, Irene White, Killian McHugh and those teaching the array of workshops where I've gotten to dance in high heels, throw knives, ride horses, and crack whips. You've all made an impact in deepening my craft and sustaining my passion.

I deeply appreciate all those I've worked with: my writing community, make-up artists, costume designers, my fellow producers, the editors, my art department team- You are my people and I hope to see you all again on a call sheet soon.

Thank you to my agents, casting directors, and all their assistants for giving me opportunities I dare to dream about.

Living in Los Angeles and the recent fight to work in this industry would not be sustainable if it weren't for the vast community of creative, hard-working individuals willing to share their time and talents. Thank you for sharing this universe with me.

XO,