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37 min - series pilot / digital short series - dramedy

  • A perfectionist, Italian cook named “Chef” has the one-of-a-kind profession of preparing formal last meals for death row inmates. When faced with an unsatisfied inmate, he’s forced to make a meal that’s culturally beyond his grasp.

    (Releasing online in 2025 as a five-part digital short series.)

  • Director / Screenwriter / Editor: Daniele Sestito

    Producers: Cooper Yeager, Eric Dyer, Mackenzie Zambo

    Starring: George Lombardo, Chuja Seo

    Featuring: Cory Shanbom, Garrett Hendricks

    Supporting Cast: Mike Weiner, Mai Delapa, David Pridemore

    Composer: Martín de Lima

    DP: Matheus Bastos

    PD: Beatrice Black

    Sound Designer / Mixer: Quentin Malapel

    Colorist: Marco Valerio Caminiti


  • - SeriesFest - Official Selection - Independent Pilot Competition

    - Dances With Films: NYC - Official Selection

    - NFFTY (National Film Festival for Talented Youth) - Jury Nominee

    - Lake Placid Episodic Festival x Catalyst Story Institute - Official Selection

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