Upcoming Productions
Abortion Hypocrite
Abortion is one of the most controversial and divisive themes raging across the social and political spectrum of the US and Europe – making this new, compelling psychological drama perfectly timed. Would the most confident among pro-life and pro-choice rethink their arguments if confronted head-on with certain circumstances or opportunities? Who or what would anyone be unwilling to lose for the sake of one’s pro-life/choice argument?
Without taking sides, each character leaves you guessing his or her true motives. “Abortion Hypocrite” depicts real-life situations that are relatable on all levels, shows the psychological processes of pro-life and pro-choice decisions, and addresses the hot points head-on.
With a profound screenplay, original and moving music, and engaging acting, this film inspires and provokes thought.
Written, produced, and directed by Josué Mastroianni
Produced by Anita Banaszak and Justyna Jakubowska
Executive Producer: Francesca Joseph
Music by Josué Mastroianni
Running time of 39 minutes
Currently submitting to international film festivals.
INFLUENCER
A Psychological Drama Film Series
The version of events depicted in “Influencer” is not a reality for most women but is a means to an end for others. Sex sells. Influencers sell. Often, aspiring models are caught in the middle. What is the price that some are willing to pay? Influencer explores the psychology behind those hard choices. Based on actual events.
Starring Alicja Wejer, Sylwia Sokołowska, Katarzyna Szewczyk, Natalia Ziółkowska, and Sandra Sporysz.
Written, produced, and directed by Josué Mastroianni
Produced by Anita Banaszak and Justyna Jakubowska
Executive Producer: Francesca Joseph
Music by Josué Mastroianni
Running time of 100 minutes
Currently submitting to international film festivals.
INFLUENCER
A Psychological Drama Film Series
The version of events depicted in “Influencer” is not a reality for most women but is a means to an end for others. Sex sells. Influencers sell. Often, aspiring models are caught in the middle. What is the price that some are willing to pay? “Influencer” explores the psychology behind those hard choices. Based on actual events.
Starring Alicja Wejer, Sylwia Sokołowska, Katarzyna Szewczyk, Natalia Ziółkowska, and Sandra Sporysz.
Written, produced, and directed by Josué Mastroianni
Produced by Anita Banaszak and Justyna Jakubowska
Executive Producer: Francesca Joseph
Music by Josué Mastroianni
Running time of 100 minutes
Currently submitting to international film festivals.
Take a Listen
Peace of Mind
Composed and arranged by genius symphony composer, arranger, and legendary bassist Alfonso Panamá (1934-2021) in the late 1960s, “Peace of Mind” was originally arranged as a Bolero-Contemporáneo (today, referred to as Nova-Clásica style) with lyrics. This particular arrangement that you’re listening to is a symphony recorded in Vilnius, Lithuania, and in Gdynia, Poland – for a film score.
Symphony Film Score
Waltz of the Enchanted
A favorite among professional, international Ballroom/Standard choreographers and dancers, “Waltz of the Enchanted” was composed and recorded in January 2019 originally for Kizomba-Tango dancers. This symphony, arranged in the nova-clásica style, features a beautiful, thick layer of violins, violas, cellos, and double-basses over light Afro-Cuban percussion – with a gentle touch of Jazz-trumpet.”
Symphony Film Score
Suspendido
From the first several seconds, “Suspendido” suspends us in a cloud of marvelous delight. In a 2021 interview, Josué shared, “By far, this was one of the most challenging arrangements primarily because almost all of the piano is improvised; plenty of takes were required to get it just right.”
Symphony Film Score
Il Mio Caro
The first symphony that Josué ever composed, arranged, and recorded – is “Il Mio Caro.” Composed in 2000 as a piano sonata in New York City, it was in Eastern-Europe, in 2016, where access to full-time, high-level, Classically-trained musicians inspired Josué to re-arrange this masterpiece for a symphony. In a recent interview, Josué shared, “The trumpet proved most stubbornly challenging; I needed it to lay somewhere between Jazz and symphonic; the celli, violins, and violas hold this arrangement up in the air, so getting the trumpet to keep it grounded was not easy to accomplish!”
Symphony Film Score
Mastroianni
What professional collaborators are sharing:
“JOSUÉ lives what he creates and creates what he lives! He is a true artist!” ~Álvaro Quiñones, Sr., Buena Vista Social Club
“His music is mesmerizing. His films make you think and ask questions. ” ~Amanda Larson, New York University Tisch School of the Arts
He is a creator who creates effortlessly and determined on perfection.” ~Mateusz Gołoś, Warsaw National Theatre
“It is rare to be a witness to such talent and humility.” ~Zsófia Varga, Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra
“The first time I worked with Josué, I was stunned by his music, how he directs his films, his passion, technique, process, and vision. Each time after, I’m deeper in awe.” ~Anna Stroblova, Academy of Performing Arts in Prague
“Unbelievably gifted and confident in his journey.” ~Ioana Popescu, Bucharest National Opera House
“Gifted, humble, kind, and inspiring!” ~Iryna Petrova, National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre