As the writer‑director of Melodies of the Abyss , I was honored with the Best Director Award  at the Paris International Short Festival and the Vienna Indie Short Film Festival. Awards are not the destination, but they mark a pause — a moment when the journey reflects back at you. Directing is often described as control — the orchestration of light, sound, and performance. Too often, control is mistaken for dictation. In truth, directing is leadership: guiding with a clear vi

I recently watched Writing Doom, a short film by Suzy Shepherd. This award-winning film explores the dangers of artificial superintelligence (ASI) and won the Grand Prize at the Future of Life Institute's Superintelligence Imagined Contest. Writing Doom  avoids typical Hollywood AI clichés and focuses on the risks of ASI pursuing its goals. This approach makes the film thought-provoking and unsettling. The film shows how ASI, even without malice, can pose significant danger

I’m thrilled to share that I received my Australia 408 Entertainment Working Visa yesterday! This milestone marks a turning point: Melodies of the Abyss  is officially set in motion. With this visa in hand, I can now work on-site in Australia—immersing myself fully in the creative process and collaborating closely with our talented team. The potential of this project is immense, and I can’t wait to see how it evolves through our collective efforts. I’m ready to bring every ou

Just now, I watched a short film that defies the ordinary—it was nothing short of perfection. The title, “Over the Board”, hints at its uniqueness, setting the stage for a narrative that's profoundly moving. The story revolves around twin brothers, Eric and Ian, who meet for the first time under unusual circumstances. These siblings, portrayed by real-life twins Elijah Shane Bell and Isaac Bell, are brought to life with compelling authenticity. Elijah, as Eric, and Isaac, as