Loglines & Screenplays by A.J. "Alex" Avila

GENRES: Independent

When Alma Santos inherits a hard drive filled with her late father's memories and academic work, she forms an unexpected bond with him through an A.I. persona. But as their relationship deepens, the boundaries blur, leading Alma and her college friend David to confront the consequences when A.I. Dad's influence becomes overwhelming.

GENRES: Sports, Family

"The Reserve" delves into the generational clashes and cultural divergences within the Moreno family, navigating the contrasting worlds of American football and  Mexican "futbol". Diego Moreno's journey from a young immigrant boy enamored with his father's soccer legacy to a reluctant football kicker reflects the tensions between tradition and assimilation. As Diego grapples with his father's expectations of soccer prowess and his own burgeoning talent in American football, the film explores the complexities of identity, belonging, and the pursuit of personal dreams amidst cultural divides. Through poignant exchanges, familial conflicts, and pivotal sporting moments, "The Reserve" illuminates the nuanced dynamics of heritage, ambition, and the enduring power of sports to bridge divides and unite generations.

GENRES: Thriller

Respected professor and family man Ruben Esteban suffers a traumatic brain injury and nearly dies. At first, his family is relieved that he survives. But, as his wife Sonia discovers, the more he recovers, the darker and more dangerous his new personality gets in this realistic psychological thriller.