ABOUT US
Bringing visions to life.
We are the Zatorians, hailing from the distant planet Zatori in the galaxy known as Chicago. We are a dedicated team of predominantly Asian-American filmmakers with a strong emphasis on female leadership. We are committed to making a positive impact, pledging ourselves to create unique and captivating projects. Our mission in this beautiful world is to advocate mental health awareness and support underserved communities.
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We aim to bring vibrant visions to life, offering audiences high-quality entertainment. LET'S CONNECT!
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OUR PROJECTS
MAYA
A Film By: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT CONCEPT/ FEATURE FILM
(Horror Fantasy)
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YEAR: 2019 | Award-Winning Short Film
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WE ARE PROUD OF THIS PASSION PROJECT. THE SHORT CONCEPT CONTINUES TO THRIVE, WINNING OVER 200 AWARDS & ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.
THIS PASSION PROJECT IS DEDICATED TO MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS.
THE LAST PRANK
Written & Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT CONCEPT/ PART OF ANTHOLOGY SERIES
(Psychological Mystery Thriller)
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YEAR: 2019 | Award-Winning Short Film
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THE SHORT CONCEPT RECEIVES AWARDS & ACCOLADES AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.
DANIEL'S REINDEER
Written & Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT CONCEPT/ PART OF ANTHOLOGY SERIES
(Family Miracle Drama)
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YEAR: 2020 | Award-Winning Short Film
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THE SHORT CONCEPT RECEIVED AWARDS AND ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD, CONTINUING TO THRIVE & RECOGNIZED.
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MAYA MOVEMENT
Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
REACH OUT & LISTEN PROJECT
(Docu-series)
YEAR: In Production
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GIDEON SKKY
A Film By: Maria Brenda Acopiado
FEATURE FILM/ ANIMATION
(Sci-Fi Fantasy)
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YEAR: In Development
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BLANK WALL
Written & Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT CONCEPT/ PART OF ANTHOLOGY SERIES
(Sci-fi Mystery)
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YEAR: 2020 | Award-Winning Short Film
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WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE SHORT FILM CONTINUES TO THRIVE, WINNING OVER 60 AWARDS & ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.
LUNA-TIC
Written & Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT CONCEPT/ PART OF ANTHOLOGY SERIES
(Sci-fi Thriller)
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YEAR: 2021 | Award-Winning Short Film
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WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE SHORT CONCEPT CONTINUES TO THRIVE, WINNING OVER 90 AWARDS & ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.
THE VLOGGER'S NIGHTMARE
Written & Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT CONCEPT/ PART OF ANTHOLOGY SERIES
(Suspense Thriller)
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YEAR: 2022 I Award-winning Mobile Short Film
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OUR FIRST BUT NOT THE LAST SMARTPHONE SHORT, WINNING SEVERAL AWARDS & EARNED ACCOLADES, & CONTINUING TO THRIVE IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.
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RAVEN'S LAST PROPHECY
Written & Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
SHORT FILM/ PART OF A SERIES
(Horror Fantasy)
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YEAR: 2022 | Award-winning Short Film
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THE LATEST ADDITION TO OUR SHORT CONCEPT AND IS ALREADY WON AWARDS AND ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD. GAINING POPULARITY AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE.
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I KILLED MYSELF
A film By: Maria Brenda Acopiado
FEATURE FILM
(Psychological Thriller)
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YEAR: In Development
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YA YA
A Film By: Maria Brenda Acopiado
FEATURE FILM
(Horror Suspense)
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YEAR: In Development
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UNLEASH YOUR INNER GODDESS
Produced by: Dr. Marina Kostina | Directed by: Maria Brenda Acopiado
NARRATIVE COMMERCIAL
(Fantasy)
YEAR: 2021 | Award-winning Trailer
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THIS BEAUTIFUL NARRATIVE COMMERCIAL WON AWARDS AND ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD, GAINING POPULARITY AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE.
WE NEED YOUR HELP
NO SMALL POTATOES FOUNDATION
Year Founded: 2019
No Small Potatoes is a non-profit organization (501c3) dedicated to Mental Health Awareness.​ Our mission is to promote, advocate, and spread awareness & tolerance.
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​The foundation aims to raise money to support underprivileged communities everywhere.​
THANKS IN ADVANCE
MAYA Movement is a docu-series dedicated to Mental Health Awareness. Our mission is to promote and advocate awareness & tolerance through an artistic approach to help mental health communities.
Our team would like to thank you for your donations and support. Just a little help makes a difference in someone's life. Helping others is not a chore; it is the greatest gift. "THE POWER OF CARING SAVES LIVES! "
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Please click the link below for our GoFundMe page.
OUR MEDIA
AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM
AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM
MAYA
LUNA-TIC
AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM
AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM
BLANK WALL
Daniel's Reindeer
AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM
AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM
The Vlogger's Nightmare
Raven's Last Prophecy
AWARD-WINNING COMMERCIAL NARRATIVE
WE ARE PROUD ZATORIANS
SOME AWARDS
CONTACT
CineCity Studios Chicago
2429 W 14th St, Suite 407
Chicago, IL, USA
Tel: (773) 414-0256