Film
Each project below represents a moment in my journey as a filmmaker — blending action, comedy, and visual storytelling to explore creativity from every angle. From award-winning shorts to commissioned work and personal documentaries, these films capture my approach to filmmaking: cinematic, fast-paced, and rooted in emotion.
01
Boom Pole
[2023]
A high-action comedy about respecting film equipment during production — told through a Star Wars-inspired spoof filled with lightsaber duels and chaotic set energy. Boom Pole playfully explores the absurdity and passion behind filmmaking itself.
Awards & Screenings:
MoMA, Astoria Film Festival,
The United Palace (Washington Heights NYC)
02
The Pencil
[2022]
When a student loses his pencil mid-class, he discovers it can move on its own — and eventually, take human form. What follows is a hilarious and over-the-top showdown between creator and creation. The Pencil mixes slapstick energy with surreal practical effects and action choreography.
Awards & Screenings:
MoMA, Astoria Film Festival,
NYC Citywide Graphics Art Competition
03
Nuclear Uno
[2024]
A satirical comedy poking fun at politicians and their superficial approach to climate change. Set around a chaotic game of UNO that spirals into nuclear-level absurdity, the film blends political humor with sharp editing and irony.
Awards:
NYC Citywide Graphics Art Competition
04
HBO Max: Swimsuit (Trailer)
[2022]
A short trailer following Samah, a middle school girl trying to avoid wearing a burkini at her swim meet — wrestling with embarrassment, identity, and cultural pressure. Created for HBO Max Pa’lante, Swimsuit Trailer captures a young girl’s struggle for self-acceptance with empathy and cinematic flair.
05
Dirty Money
[2023]
A teenage boy stumbles upon a briefcase full of cash, only to realize it belongs to a powerful crime organization. What begins as temptation quickly turns into a fight for survival. Dirty Money is an action-driven concept short exploring morality, greed, and the cost of escape.
Screenings:
Astoria Film Festival,
NYC Citywide Graphics Art Competition
06
Pizza 2: The Second Slice
[2024]
A continuation of Simon Medina’s Pizza 1, this VFX-centered short follows a boy who discovers a time-travel device and tries to rewrite the events of the past. Pizza 2 focuses on visual storytelling and special effects rather than dialogue, offering a playful spin on sci-fi adventure and youth imagination.
07
NYC Piano Week
[2024]
A promotional short and event summary for 100 Sutton’s NYC Piano Week, featuring performances by Ruslan Baimurzin and other artists. The film captures the passion and artistry of live performance, blending documentation with rhythmic visual editing.
08
Aguada, Puerto Rico
[2024]
A personal short documentary filmed vlog-style, exploring family, heritage, and everyday life in Aguada, Puerto Rico. Through candid moments and intimate visuals, the film captures the warmth, humor, and rhythm of family connection.
09
Mirror
[2024]
A visual commentary on the effects of Social Media. A boy, alone, takes part in a "romantic" journey guided by the new virus. Artificial Intelligence.