Born and raised in the Los Angeles suburb of Torrance, California, Adam Perez is a first-generation Mexican-American filmmaker with a deep pride in his cultural roots. With a background in music that spans teaching, performing, and audio engineering, he developed a strong artistic foundation rooted in rhythm, emotional nuance, and storytelling.

In 2021, after the COVID pandemic all-but-destroyed live music, happenstance guided Adam to shift nearly all creative focus toward film. What began with acting soon led to filming self-tapes, sparking an unexpected fascination with lighting and cinematography. That discovery then opened the door to screenwriting; not just to perform in, but to shape visually from the ground up.

Driven by a passion for capturing authentic human experiences, Adam brings a unique voice to filmmaking, informed by a love of music, food, and the rich interconnections of language, culture, and history. As a proud native of the South Bay region of Los Angeles, Adam is committed to telling stories that reflect diverse identities and resonate on a deeply personal level.