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Studio16 is a full service, motion picture & television production company focused on making ambitious, high production value independent films that dare to bend genres and amplify underrepresented voices.

Alexandria Hellman, graduate of NYU’s Film & TV Undergraduate Program, and founder of Studio16, returns to writing and directing with a slate of four projects to be produced within the next year.

Current Slate (2026-2027):

When God Speaks (Proof-of-Concept)

Proof of Concept Short Film
“A parasomnic widower seeks the answer of his wife’s untimely death by performing Biblical acts to force a conversation with God”
Comps: Manchester by the Sea (2016)
This One Hurts More (Feature Film)

One Location-Feature
“After being kicked out of her house, 17-year-old Sam’s last resort is her ex best friend’s home.”
Comps: Mikey and Nicky (1976) and Lady Bird (2017)
Sensation (Proof-of-Concept)

Proof of Concept Short Film
“A third generation high school vocalist abuses an unprescribed study drug to keep up with her acclaimed mother and grandmother invited to sing with her in her last show choir show.”
Comps: Black Swan (2010) and Whiplash (2014)
Meant to Be (Proof-of-Concept)

Proof of Concept Short Film (Musical)
“When Hallie Miller is temporarily placed at the same foster home also housing her once middle school flame, she convinces Noah to run away to “reclaim her life,” unintentionally rediscovering the feelings they once had along the way.
Meant to Be asks: what would you do if you had a second chance with your first love?”

And more

Contribution Tiers

- 12 Hours of Videography/Photography Services
- Name/Business Listed in the Credits (2026-2027 Slate)
- Social Media Ad Collaboration with Project (Instagram and Facebook)
- 20 Hours of Videography/Photography Services
- Name/Business Listed in the Credits (2026-2027 Slate)
- Social Media Ad Collaboration with Project (Instagram and Facebook)
- NEW: VIP Visit to Set (invite up to 2 guests)
- NEW: VIP Seating for Texas Screening (expected 2027) + Project Merch and a Signed Poster from Cast & Crew
- 25 Hours of Videography/Photography Services
- NEW: Credited as “ASSOCIATE PRODUCER” in 2026-2027 Slate
- 2x Social Media Ad Collaboration with Project (Instagram and Facebook)
- VIP Visit to Set (invite up to 2 guests)
- VIP Seating for Texas Screening (expected 2027) + Project Merch and a Signed Poster from Cast & Crew
- For an In-Kind Donation with a value between $1,000-$2,000 receives 4 Hours of Videography/Photography Services
- Additional 2 Hours per $1k of value (up to a total of 20 hours)
In Kind Examples: Locations, Meals, Housing etc.