Since our start in 2011, our goal has been to always create content that is unique, creative, and original. Never about flashy equipment, over the top special effects, or expensive budgets- we focus on the story and how to truly connect with the audience.
THE MAN IN BLACK (2015)
BEST SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL WINNER
A man (Mario Figueroa) on the run from a vicious crime, encounters a mysterious being (Kristian Rodriguez) who exposes all of his secrets.
Written & Directed by: Daniel de la Cruz
Produced by: Nathan Miller
Starring: Mario Figueroa, Kristian Rodriguez, Alexa Samaniego
Director of Photography: Nathan Miller
IN THE NICK OF TIME (2016)
SAN DIEGO 48 HOUR FILM FESTIVAL SELECTION
Two hostages (Regina Rains, Jonathan Vasquez) trapped in a kidnappers (Hassan Omar) garage wait in fearful anticipation as they wonder if the town’s superhero will ultimately save them.
Directed by: Trevor Romero
Written by: Trevor Romero, Joubin Anthony Zade, Daniel de la Cruz, Nick Pavlakovic
Produced by: Trevor Romero
Starring: Regina Rains, Jonathan Vasquez, Hassan Omar
Director of Photography: Joubin Anthony Zade
THE CHILD YOU COULD HAVE HAD (2016)
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Condoms. The necessary evil in order to avoid the child you could have had at all costs.
Written & Directed by: Daniel de la Cruz
Produced by: Daniel de la Cruz, Sean Joyce
Starring: Ryan McNulty, Erika Appel, Sean Joyce
Director of Photography: Joubin Anthony Zade
THE BIG THREE (2017)
OFFICIAL SELECTION of the OCEANSIDE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Two intersecting story lines about race, religion, and politics, revolving around a group of friends and a family.
Written & Directed by: Daniel de la Cruz
Produced by: Trevor Romero
Starring: Kai Pedersen, Malachi Beasley, Jonathan Vasquez, Jordan Lukerralli, Joe Paulson
Director of Photography: Joubin Anthony Zade
Perfect Day (2019)
A young boy’s account on his first day of summer camp and the emotional ride it is for everyone. An original marketing film created for the Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club youth programs, found in Summer Projects.
Directed & Produced by: Daniel de la Cruz
Starring: Nick Matwiyoff, Michelle McKay, Gavin Bird
Director of Photography: Brandon Worley
The Graveyard (2021)
YOUTUBE WORLD PREMIERE on APRIL 29, 2021
Two teens struggling with depression who accidentally meet at a secret location called, The Graveyard, form an unlikely bond and open up to each other about their grief. However, one teen is hiding the real reason that he initially came.
Written & Directed by: Daniel de la Cruz
Produced by: Trevor Romero
Starring: Daniel de la Cruz, Kayla Robbins
Director of Photography: Joubin Anthony Zade
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