Meditation

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Gilbrando Acevedo is an actor who studied acting at HB Studios in New York City. With a passion for academia, he garnered a baccalaureate degree in Philosophy and Political Science, as well as a Master's Degree in Exercise Science, which informs his performances. His technique focuses on human motivation and honest self-expression while utilizing his physicality to bring a palpable intensity to his roles. No stranger to TV, he created, directed, edited and acted in his own bi-weekly television show entitled "Philosophy, Art & Fitness," which aired on Brooklyn Community Access Television. Experienced in theater acting, having performed at many off-Broadway venues throughout New York, including New York City Center, he made his film debut, as The Vampire Lord, in the original independent film "Prey Love Eat," directed by Michael Leavy. Since then he has collaborated with Fuzz on the Lens Productions on many diverse films including "Catch of The Day," "Abnormal Attraction," and "Bottle in the Smoke." Additionally, he has collaborated with multiple production companies and directors on films that have made the film festival circuit and won numerous awards. In the summer of 2018, he wrote, directed and acted in his first original story/screenplay, "Meditation: Can you hear the sound of the melodic flute?" The film has gone on to be in several film festivals and has won him the Best Actor Award at the American Asian Latino Film Festival, Best Screenplay Writer and Best Director at the New York City and State TV, Plays and Films Festival. In fact, his film has gone on to win over a dozen awards for his personally selected cast and crew. Look for these films, his appearances on television, YouTube and web series. Additionally, look for his appearance in the much anticipated sequel Terrifier 2.