innovative and passionate award winning writer and director nominated for the Palme d'Or at Cannes. FILMMAKER'S STATEMENT On a shoot my passion is immersing myself in the moment, capturing the vibe and spirit of any given action with a raw and energetic flair. I always strive for the perfect blend of art and aesthetics on commercial and branded content projects. My goal as a Media Professional is to continue to create diverse, entertaining, and innovative works. BIO After graduating from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts Mike began his career in the art department on feature films. He then went on to direct shorts that screened at festivals including Sundance, The Official Selection at Cannes, and Edinburgh. Mike's Award Winning short film, MAMA SAID, screened in Competition at Cannes and was nominated for the prestigious Palme dOr Award. Stylized with disorienting authenticity, MAMA SAID is a critique of race relations and pop culture of 60s America. MAMA SAID also aired on