STOA will be produced in 4K UHD Ultra High Definition, featuring Dolby True HD 7.1 ATMOS Sound in 3D, with a cast of renowned Hollywood stars. This film will capture the essence of exploration and adventure in the Amazon jungle, utilizing cutting-edge digital technology in stunning locations across Argentina and other exotic locales, providing an immersive sound experience that will draw audiences into the atmosphere of mystery and tension.
Locations will be meticulously chosen to reflect the ambiance of the Amazon jungle, where the story of Benjamin Gray and his team unfolds. This is the first film to address the conflict between ambition and conservation in this context, exploring the ethical dilemmas and hidden wonders of nature.
The soundtrack will play a crucial role in the project, setting a new standard in the industry with recordings that capture the intensity and beauty of the environment. High box office revenues and additional opportunities are projected for the film and its sequels on the international stage.
Daniel González is an Italian producer with a growing interest in independent cinema and genre storytelling, particularly science fiction, as demonstrated by his project STOA. He studied film and related disciplines in Rome, Argentina, and the United States, which brings a multicultural perspective to his creative and production work. His projects include independent films such as Account Adjustments (2018) and Infestation (2019). Alongside his film career, Daniel holds a law degree, which has given him an interest in the legal, structural, and commercial aspects of audiovisual production.
M. Rogers is an award-winning screenwriter whose work has received international recognition across multiple screenplay competitions and film festivals. His writing has been selected as a finalist or award recipient in genre-focused and international events, including The Southern California Screenplay Competition (Semi-Finalist), Indie Suspense Horror Sci-Fi Film Festival (2nd Place), Genre Celebration Festival, and The Film Empire Rising Writers Initiative.
Additional honors include finalist selections at Near Nazareth Festival, Austin Revolution Film Festival, CICFF, StoryShifter, and Sunday Shorts, as well as awards such as Best Screenplay at CIFF for Flipping the Score and Best Action Script at RedCornerFestival. His work has also been recognized by Headline International Film Festival with an Award of Excellence and by Filmstrip International Film Festival as Runner-Up for Best Written Screenplay.
With a strong presence in genre storytelling—particularly suspense, horror, science fiction, and action—M. Rogers has established himself as a consistent and competitive voice in the international screenwriting circuit.
Mónica Galarza is a writer and creative collaborator with a strong background in narrative development and interdisciplinary storytelling. As co-writer of STOA, she brings a thoughtful, character-driven approach, combining emotional depth with a clear narrative structure.
Her work is grounded in a deep understanding of the story, tone, and audience, allowing her to move seamlessly between conceptual development, script collaboration, and creative refinement. Mónica is particularly adept at working closely with lead writers and directors, contributing ideas that strengthen story arcs, thematic coherence, and overall narrative impact.
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Justine Seymour, is a distinguished costume designer, and has made significant contributions to both film and television. Notably, her exceptional work includes the Emmy-nominated and CDG-nominated Netflix series Unorthodox, where her talent earned her critical acclaim. Her most recently designed include the 1940’s show Transatlantic, True Spirit a family feature film and the Apple TV Plus adaptation of The Mosquito Coast.
After relocating to Hollywood in 2009, Seymour immersed herself in independent film projects, contributing her expertise to notable films like The Sessions with Helen Hunt, John Hawkes, and William H. Macy, Backtrack starring Adrien Brody, All Nighter featuring J.K. Simmons and Emile Hirsch, and Destination Wedding starring Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves, to name a few. For her full accreditation please visit her IMDB profile.
Furthermore, Seymour's creative flair extended to episodic television, where she lent her talents to shows like Netflix's Messiah and Medal of Honor, Amazon Studios', One Mississippi, as well as Hulu’s Women of the Movement.
Earning her Masters Degree in Design from the Australian Film, Television, and Radio School (AFTRS), Seymour, originally from the United Kingdom, now calls Los Angeles home. She is represented in the United States by the IAG (Identity Agency Group) and by Lux Artists in London and Paris.
Sean Falkner is known for Little Women (2019), Ambulance (2022) and Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters (2013).
The primary production and studio filming will be based in the United States, with supplementary location shoots in Paraguay, Italy, and Argentina. Design and pre-production activities will be carried out in Italy (Cinecittà), and filming in Argentina will take place primarily at local locations and studios.
Gradient Effects is a Los Angeles based VFX company founded in 2006 by academy member Olcun Tan. Gradient known for its work for Marvel, Warner and HBO and its innovative approach to design, animation and visual effects. The ability to work as a stand alone VFX | Design | Animation studio or collaborate with its sister Live Action company Gradient Pictures also enables Gradient Effects to develop turnkey projects from production through post.
SCRTLB was founded in 2013 out of Gradient Effects as a branch dedicated to animation and VFX for blockbuster movies. SCRTLB works for clients like Warner, Marvel, 20th Century Fox or Regency and titles like Avengers, Doctor Strange, Thor: Ragnarok, The Revenant or Guardians of the Galaxy.