Joshua Guzman

A Step Away (2025 - 2026)
Film (short) by Rome Works Director/Writer/Editor A Step Away is a coming-of-age short film that explores ambition, self-doubt, and the people who shape us. Eden dreams of becoming an artist, but the journey to her future requires hard work, courage, and support. Through the symbolism of a staircase and moments from her life, the film shows how growth is built step by step, and how the past can guide the future.

Unseen Damage (2026)
Film (short) by Joshua Guzman Director/Writer/Editor This film follows a teenager navigating constant conflict and emotional distance at home, particularly with his parents. Feeling overwhelmed and unheard, he turns to substance use as an escape from the pain and pressure of his everyday life. What begins as a way to cope slowly pulls him away from the people who care about him, creating distance between himself and his friends, his passions, and his sense of identity. As isolation takes hold and his world begins to shrink, one close friend recognizes the change and reaches out, refusing to let him face his struggles alone. The film explores themes of isolation, inner conflict, and the importance of human connection, illustrating how compassion and support can spark the first steps toward healing.

The Dismal and the Desolate (2024)
Film (short) by Rome Works Director/Writer/Editor Peter is trying to come to terms with losing his abusive father as his brother Otto is trying to be the voice of reason. This will lead to the damaging of relationship between these two brothers due to their traumatic past. In the end Peter regrets his decision of letting his father go.