Private Project

Showpiece

The love and passion an artist has for their work is tested from an unforeseen obstacle. Told from the perspective of diverse backgrounds such as Russian, Vietnamese, Mauritian, and Persian - a mysterious forest has an unnatural awakening.

  • Mathew Ouzounis
    Writer/Director
  • Andrew Ouzounis
    Cinematographer
  • Madalena Brancatella
    Producer
  • Andrew Ouzounis
    Producer
  • Mathew Ouzounis
    Producer
  • Anton Mikhalev
    Key Cast
    "Anatoly "
  • Tessa Dang
    Key Cast
    "Quynh Anh "
  • Adeela Mahmoud
    Key Cast
    "Sol"
  • Mahmoud Nouri
    Key Cast
    "Dudy"
  • Michael Lake
    Key Cast
    "The Figure "
  • Madalena Brancatella
    First Assistant Director
  • Adam Argyrides
    Second Assistant Director
  • Kagan Aytek Dincer
    Art Director
  • Alexandrea Fiorante
    Make up Arist
  • Julian Del Grosso
    Original Score
  • Logan Shave
    Key Grip
  • Viktor Bai
    First Assistant Camera
  • Zoraise Ahmad
    Second Assistant Camera
  • Andrew Ouzounis
    Editor
  • Artur Andonian
    Field Recording
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    17 minutes
  • Production Budget:
    4,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English, Forro Creole-Sãotomense, Persian, Russian, Vietnamese
  • Shooting Format:
    Arri Alexa Mini
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography

Mathew Ouzounis is a Canadian film director and writer. He is inspired by film and the narratives they create and is the main source of Pandemic Productions' unique universes. Ouzounis's upcoming film, 'Showpiece,' delves into the visceral realms of horror. Collaborating with Panavision and Kalo, this project promises to be the next step in his career.

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Director Statement

Showpiece is a cinematic journey that holds a mirror to the heart of multiculturalism to tell a powerful story. I have a deep respect for the creative team that has come together to unify our cast and crew’s diverse backgrounds to share our passion for filmmaking. As the director of Showpiece, I wanted to ensure this project acted as a vessel in which our team can share their unique cultural values with a global audience.