Ouroboros Aperture is collective of passionate filmmakers and visual artists. Our name, chosen as a symbol to represent our commitment to eliminating stagnation in both our ideas and ambitions, serves to inspire us to continuously reinvent and recreate ourselves in new and unforeseen ways. We are driven to create content that provokes thought, sparks conversation, and evokes deep emotion.


THE SECRETS
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GARBAGE DAY

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DAY ONE

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  • JUANJOSE DE LA CRUZ

    Juan has directed award-winning short films including The Secrets We Keep and Lapse. His screenplay Yee Naaldlooshii (The Skinwalker) has gained recognition, securing quarter-finalist positions at both the PAGE International Screenwriting Awards and the Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards - Diversity Initiative. Currently, he is developing a WWII spy thriller that explores the concepts of empathy and idealism.

  • BRIAN URBINA

    Brian is a talented screenwriter and producer, known for his innovative and captivating narratives. He got his start working on commercial productions for brands like Google, Apple, and Ford. Throughout his career he has written and produced a diverse array of short films, music videos, as well as thought-provoking documentaries. He is currenly in the process of developing his latest creative projects Tracks and Eternals.

  • JESSICA DE LA CRUZ

    A talented filmmaker and photographer hailing from Chicago, Jessica has built an impressive portfolio by working on a diverse array of film and television productions. Her credits include, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Kidding, and Between Two Ferns: The Movie. In addition to her work in film, her photography has garnered recognition and has been featured in Locale Magazine.

  • MATTHEW SADOWSKI

    Born in Racine, WI, Matthew's studied film at Columbia College Chicago. His passion led him to Los Angeles in 2016, a pivotal move that brought him to Ouroboros Aperture. Matthew has made impressive strides in his career, with his work recognized in various competitions, including the Filmmatic Drama Screenplay Awards and the Chicago Film Critics Association Student Film Awards.