Maria Brenda Acopiado

Unique traits: I can look Asian, Hispanic, American Indian, Mixed Race

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  Raven's Last Prophecy (2022)
  Film (short) by Zatori Films/ Maria Brenda Acopiado (Fantasy, Horror, Thriller and Short) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress In the midst of darkness comes the light. LOGLINE: The soul healer’s journey is about to take a turn for the worst when an unforeseen dark danger lurks around and is coming for her. SYNOPSIS: One of Raven Zamora’s abilities is to heal sinners and weakened souls. She can also feel people’s energy, foresee danger, and predicts the future. Raven came from a long line of soul healers and is the last one of her kind. But helping her patients transition to the afterlife is her strong suit. Little did Raven know that an unexpected call soon changed her life. Meeting the devil in sheep's clothes made the healer powerless. And the unforeseen dark force that is unfolding will haunt her. Will Raven escape from the predicament she’s in? And will her power return in time of need? THE LATEST ADDITION TO MY SHORT FILM/ CONCEPT AND IS ALREADY WON AWARDS AND ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD. GAINING POPULARITY AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE.

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  The Vlogger's Nightmare (2021 - 2022)
  Film (short) by Zatori Films / Maria Brenda Acopiado (Adventure, Thriller and Short) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress Nothing ever goes as planned. LOGLNE: In what was supposed to be an exciting time at the forest preserve, the nature video blogger runs into a scary situation that leaves her on the ground, bleeding to death. SYNOPSIS: Tanya Lopez, a nature photographer. She’s known and respected in her community and is taking her career to the next level. She is transitioning to video blogging like everyone in her community, capitalizing on her talent. One cold, bright day, Tanya is excited to start her very first on-site video blog. She packs her equipment and drives to the nearest forest preserve, capturing the beautiful nature in the middle of the winter season. Tanya walks around the preserve, enjoying her surroundings, and finds the perfect spot to vlog. As she is setting up her equipment, she is startled upon hearing a familiar sound that she did not anticipate. The blogger quietly walks away to investigate and is terrified at what she’s witnessing. She is shaking and runs swiftly away from danger, but she fails.  Will she survive the hellish nightmare that she's about to endure? OUR FIRST BUT NOT THE LAST SMARTPHONE SHORT FILM/ CONCEPT WON & EARNED ACCOLADES AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.

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  Finding The G-Spot Of Your Soul (2021)
  Commercial by Zatori Films/ Maria Brenda Acopiado (Fantasy) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress Book Commercial

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  LUNA-TIC (2021)
  Film (short) by Zatori Films/ Maria Brenda Acopiado (Sci-Fi, Thriller and Short) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress The race to save mankind. LOGLINE: The woman's attempt to save humanity failed and ended her being confined to an asylum for dangerous criminals, where her adventures begin after meeting her defense lawyer. SYNOPSIS: A convicted felon, Luna Doe, was charged with double homicide for killing her unborn twins. She insists that she’s innocent since the twins are cyborgs implanted inside her to kill everyone. And that she intends to save humanity from extinction. Instead of imprisoning Luna while waiting for her trial, the state ordered her to be admitted to Bradley Institution, a mental health facility for dangerous criminals, for a psychiatric evaluation. Luna remained quiet, not talking to anyone until Jacob Shaw, the state-appointed defense lawyer for her, showed up, handling the riveting case. The convicted felon trusted her new attorney. Jacob discovers that his client has no records of her existence. He is now deep in finding out what happened, believing his client’s story. The brilliant lawyer helps the convicted felon escape. Together, they go on a thrill-chilling goose ride of their lives to save humankind. Will the dynamic duo ​succeed and finds out the truth? I AM PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT MY SHORT FILM/ CONCEPT CONTINUES TO THRIVE, WINNING OVER 80 AWARDS & ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.

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  BLANK WALL (2020)
  Film (short) by Zatori Films/ Maria Brenda Acopiado (Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi and Short) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress Life can change in the blink of an eye. LOGLINE: A known screenwriter is on top of her game, but the recent health scare changes her life completely, unraveling the truth about her existence. SYNOPSIS: Brenna White, a rising screenplay writer, is celebrated for her recent big win. She's been recognized for her unique writing style and has received various prestigious awards, earning respect from her peers. Brenna is proud and grateful for what she has accomplished. And keeps pushing herself toward her big goal of winning the coveted Oscars. She will not stop until she achieves it. One recent life-changing event shook Brenna’s world apart. She was devastated and angry at the circumstances, considering that her dreams finally came true. It took her a while to accept her faith. A sound of a laptop keyboard startled her and woke her up in the middle of the night. Upon her investigation, she was shocked at what she uncovered. She couldn't believe her eyes. Was it a reality, or was it all a dream? BRENNA is convinced that there is a world out there that is paralleled to ours. She vows to solve the mystery that she just unfolded. I AM PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT MY SHORT FILM/ CONCEPT CONTINUES TO THRIVE, WINNING AWARDS & RECOGNIZED IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD. OVER  60 AWARDS & ACCOLADES AND COUNTING.

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  Daniel's Reindeer (2020)
  Film (short) by Zatori Films/ Maria Brenda Acopiado (Drama, Family and Short) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress Miracles can happen. LOGLINE: The ornament brings miracles to the struggling mother and son and will unite the son with the grandmother he never met. SYNOPSIS: The undocumented immigrant mother to an autistic boy, Josephine Bautista, works as a caregiver for seniors. The unprecedented pandemic that shook the whole world left Josephine and her son homeless. Thanks to her friend, Terah, for taking them in temporarily. Regardless of all the obstacles, the mother is optimistic that everything will be get better.. Daniel was diagnosed with autism when he was little. Despite his condition, he has a happy outlook on life. His father left when he was a baby. Josephine takes on the role of mother and father to her son.  The only thing Daniel has from his father is the wooden ornament reindeer that his mother gave him, and he wears it as a necklace. The teen always has his reindeer with him wherever he goes. Little did he know that the wooden ornament would turn their lives around for the better. THE SHORT CONCEPT RECEIVED MULTIPLE ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD, CONTINUING TO THRIVE & RECOGNIZED.

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  MAYA the Sacrifice (2019)
  Film by Zatori Films / Paolo Bertola & Maria Brenda Acopiado (Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Horror and 2 More) Writer, Co-director, Producer, Actress When her nightmare becomes reality. LOGLINE: The mother’s worst nightmare becomes real when her daughter is abducted by the scariest creature alive, remembering the past journey that takes her back to where it all started. SYNOPSIS: Maya Johnson has been having recurring nightmares after her father’s death. She will travel back to the Philippines with her daughter, Mira, and her best friend, Shayne, to bury her dad’s ashes next to her mother's grave. Although hesitant about the upcoming travel, she will honor her father’s wish. Maya’s mother died when she was born. She moved to Chicago with her father when she was 17 and hasn't been back since. The nervous mother has mixed emotions about their trip, worrying for her daughter’s safety. Maya's worst fear becomes real. Her daughter's life is in the hands of a dangerous creature. She is terrified and must act fast to save her only child, taking her back to the familiar remote village where it all started. She finally unravels the truth about her mother’s bloodline that her father kept secret. The amulet necklace that she’s been wearing all her life. Now, Maya must choose to accept who she is or lose her daughter for good. The great battle between the brave mother and the head of the creature leaves Maya lifeless on the ground. Mira performs the never-done-before ancient ritual to save her mother. Will the daughter succeed? MAYA "the Sacrifice" is a film for a cause dedicated to Mental Health Awareness. Based on a story of a mother's challenges and struggles in caring for her daughter, that suffers from mental illness. She's fighting the greatest battle of her life that no one can fathom.  It is a story of love, courage, strength, determination, bravery, and triumph. The film will give you chills, suspense, love, laughter, drama, thrills, actions, and scare that will leave you off the edge of your seat and your eyes glued to the screen. WE ARE PROUD OF THIS PASSION PROJECT. THE SHORT TEASER CONTINUES TO THRIVE, WINNING OVER 180 AWARDS & ACCOLADES IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD.

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  The Last Prank (2019)
  Film (short) by Zatori Films / Maria Brenda Acopiado (Mystery, Thriller and Short) Writer, Director, Producer, Actress Karma is coming for you! LOGLINE: The young man’s pranks finally catch up to him when his mother is murdered inside their home, vowing to find the killer for revenge. SYNOPSIS: A young man named Charlie loves to prank-call his friends and neighbors. His best friend, Marcus, warned him to stop before he got caught. But Charlie is ignoring his friend’s advice. One day, Charlie got a shocking call that changed his life forever. His mother was murdered in their own home. The karma finally came for him and he's remorseful about it. Now, he is on the hunt to find the killer. He will not stop until he avenges his mother's death. And will do his investigation, starting with his neighbors. Will Charlie finds the culprit before they get to him? The Last Prank is a story of mystery and vengeance.  THE SHORT CONCEPT RECEIVES ACCOLADES & RECOGNITIONS AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD. THE FIRST OF MANY SHORT FILMS.

• ARFF/Barcelona/International Awards Film Festival- Best Trailer Semi-Finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2021)

• Onkyo Films Awards- Best Trailer Finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2021)

• Eurasia International Film Festival- Best Short Semi-finalist (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• New Cinema- Lisbon Monthly Film Festival- Best Short Semi-finalist (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• Accord Cine Fest- Best Short Finalist (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• American Golden Picture International Film Fest- Best Short Winner (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• Vesuvius International Monthly Film Fest- Best Short & Best Director Finalist (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• The Continental Film Festival- Best Teaser & Best Director Semi-finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2021)

• AltFF Alternative Film Festival- Best Trailer Semi-Finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2021)

• Vancouver Film Festival- Best Trailer Finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2021)

• Vancouver Film Festival- Best Short Finalist (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• AltFF Alternative Film Festival- Best Short Semi-finalist (BLANK WALL)
  (2021)

• Red Silk- Best Actress and Best Film
  (2020)

• Vesuvius International Monthly Film Fest- Best Trailer Winner (MAYA the Sacrifice
  (2020)

• X World Short Film Festival- Best Trailer Winner (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2020)

• American Golden Picture International Film Festival- Best Trailer Winner (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2020)

• Trailer Film Festival- Best Trailer Semi-finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2020)

• Eurasia International Monthly Film Festival- Best Trailer Semi-Finalist ( MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2020)

• Dumbo Film Festival- Best Trailer Semi-Finalist (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2020)

• Hollywood Blood Horror Film Festival- Best Trailer & VFX Winner (MAYA the Sacrifice)
  (2020)