THE STORY
Nuno and his seamstress wife, Maria, are the poster “Cute Old Couple”. When Nuno’s son, Junior, visits, Nuno’s reality becomes much clearer. He's formed a delusional love story with Maria's old mannequin, hiding from the realities of his world. Nuno must confront himself before he can move on.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Writer/Director: CJ Martinez is a New York–based actor and producer committed to telling stories that amplify underrepresented voices. His on-screen work spans a wide range of genres and audiences, with credits in shows and films for Nickelodeon, Disney+, CBS, ABC, NBC, and Hulu. He contributes to productions that champion bold storytelling and diverse perspectives. In the fall of 2026, CJ will be joining the Vertigo Entertainment team [WEAPONS, BARBARIAN, LONG WALK] as a development intern. CJ has produced a plethora of productions— including an upcoming feature wrapping this summer. He is also a current senior at NYU Tisch. As a Latino filmmaker, CJ remains passionate about building meaningful, resonant work that connects with audiences across backgrounds and celebrates the power of inclusive storytelling.
Producer: Seraa Shamra is a producer, director, and award-winning production designer based in Los Angeles, with a BFA in Film & TV at NYU Tisch with a minor in Business, Entertainment, Media & Technology at NYU Stern. She has interned at Raimi Productions, Hyde Park Entertainment, and HBO Max, and worked as a producer on the feature adaptation “On the Way to Birdland” while directing music videos and short films. Her work focuses on inclusive storytelling, including hosting the Equity Unscripted panel for 60+ attendees featuring panelists like Elise Schatz.
Cinematographer: Oli Li is an NYC-based cinematographer. whose work has been highlighted by acclaimed festivals across the continent, including the Oscar-qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival, New York Shorts International Film Festival, and the Beverly Hills Film Festival. Oli’s sharp visual style is inspired by the urban skylines he grew up beneath, from Hong Kong to Toronto to London, and now New York City. He is an alumnus of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Film and Television Production.