D.R. Pedraza: Director, producer and screenwriter in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

✨ Exciting News! ✨

I’m thrilled to announce that my short screenplay, The Two Codys, has been selected by the Vortex Theater for a staged reading in 2025! This historical drama imagines a powerful “what if” scenario: What if Buffalo Bill Cody and Samuel Cody, the pioneering aviator, had met?

Set against the backdrop of the Wild West and the dawn of aviation, the story explores themes of ambition, legacy, and the myths we create to inspire future generations. This opportunity to hear the story brought to life by talented actors on stage is a dream come true, and I can’t wait to see how it evolves through the theatrical process.

With 14 screenplays listed on the International Screenwriters Association, I’m always exploring new ways to bring my stories to life. This collaboration with Vortex Theater marks my first step into the world of live theater, and I couldn’t be more excited to see how this story translates to the stage.

A huge thank you to the team at Vortex Theater for believing in the potential of The Two Codys. Here’s to a journey of discovery, creativity, and bringing fresh perspectives to two incredible historical figures.

Just decided my next short film to shoot (five minutes). After writing it for a specific festival, it's so amazing in its simplicity, I'm gonna shoot it next year. Will be doing this through Stage 32 exclusively.

So very humbled to be accepted into an NYU/Tisch Film Course, Film and TV Essentials with a 75% Scholarship covering the year. No matter what age, never give up on your dreams!

Hi David,

Congratulations! We have completed our review of your application and determined that you are a great candidate for NYU/Tisch Film and TV Industry Essentials. It’s my pleasure to offer you a spot. Also, I’m excited to inform you that you have been awarded a scholarship to cover 75% of the regular cost of tuition of Film and TV Industry Essentials...

It brings me immense joy to introduce Meena Thiruvengadam as the newest addition to our team of Executive Producers (myself, Jones U Stephanie) for the documentary project "Pedraza: A Journey Back Home." Meena and I share a history as college colleagues at The Paisano Newspaper, where we collaborated for a full year. Our positive experience working together back then has now paved the way for an exciting partnership on this project and many more to come.

Meena is an avid explorer who approaches the world with the inquisitiveness of a seasoned journalist. With over 15 years of media experience, she has made significant contributions to renowned organizations such as Conde Nast Traveler, Travel & Leisure, Fodor's Travel, The Washington Post, Yahoo, Business Insider, Bloomberg and more. Her journalism background encompasses reporting, product development, strategic partnerships, and digital strategy.

Together, we are embarking on an inspiring journey that promises to unveil the rich history of the Pedraza family and their enduring legacy. Meena's expertise and passion will undoubtedly elevate our project to new heights, and we eagerly anticipate the remarkable stories we will uncover and share with the world.

Welcome aboard, Meena!

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Logline: When a young man is accidentally transported back to the 8th Century during a failed Russian Space Mission, he must use his 21st-century knowledge to save Europe from a massive Muslim invasion force. In a race against time, Charlie Martels faces insurmountable odds as he battles ancient forces of faith, power, and conflict, determined to alter the course of history and safeguard the legacy of Christianity.