Penwheel Universe
Penwheel Universe is a dynamic film company with an impressive legacy of storytelling excellence, known for crafting award-winning feature films and shorts that resonate with audiences. With their eyes set on new horizons, they’re expanding into television, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative narratives to the small screen. In 2024, Penwheel Universe is set to release two highly anticipated feature films on popular streaming platforms, marking another milestone in their journey.
Founded by the visionary talents of John Frank Uranday, a gifted writer and director, and Bobby Cloud, a producer and writer with a knack for turning scripts into captivating screen experiences, Penwheel Universe is fueled by a shared passion for storytelling that challenges, entertains, and inspires. With an ambitious slate of upcoming projects, Penwheel Universe continues to carve its path in the industry, driven by creativity, dedication, and a fearless pursuit of groundbreaking stories.
TWO FEATURE FILMS
Released in 2024
The Troll dives into the shadowy world of digital justice, where a mysterious vigilante hunts down the worst of online bullies—those who have driven their victims to the brink, costing them careers, families, and even lives. This dark, award-winning experimental horror film follows a man known only as "The Troll," who captures these ruthless cyber tormentors and puts them on a twisted dark web show, exposing them to a live audience as he metes out brutal justice. In a harrowing game of cat and mouse, the trolls become the tormented, and the line between punishment and cruelty blurs as The Troll exacts vengeance, revealing the sinister costs of a culture that feeds on anonymous hatred.
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Depth of Field tells the heartbreaking yet hopeful story of Charles, a man haunted by the memory of his wife and son, lost in a tragic car accident. Unable to step foot inside his own home, Charles retreats to his garage, finding a hollow solace in the silent hum of his drone flights. But his quiet isolation is broken when Valerie, a new foster child taken in by his neighbors, takes an unexpected interest in his flights. Drawn together by mutual pain, Valerie and Charles begin to share not just the skies, but their unspoken grief. As their bond deepens, they discover a fragile yet powerful path toward healing, one flight at a time. Through shared loss and quiet companionship, Depth of Field is a moving journey of rediscovery, resilience, and hope.
COMING SOON Dec 10th, 2024
IN DEVELOPMENT
At Penwheel Universe, we believe the stories we tell must resonate deeply with the current zeitgeist, tapping into universal emotions while addressing the challenges and fears of our time. That’s why we’ve embarked on a bold mission to craft three genre-defining films that will grip audiences, spark conversations, and leave a lasting cultural impact.
In the gritty streets of Los Angeles, 13-year-old Angel carries the weight of the world on his shoulders. With his single mother gravely ill and a younger brother depending on him, Angel struggles to survive while keeping his fragile family intact. His world takes a dark turn when Jr., a hardened enforcer for the cartel, takes notice of Angel’s resilience and sees an opportunity to recruit him.
Caught between loyalty to his family and the lure of fast money, Angel is thrust into a deadly gang war between the Los Angeles Cartel and a ruthless Russian syndicate. Jr., haunted by the loss of his own son, sees a chance for redemption in Angel. But his growing attachment to the boy forces him into an impossible choice: protect Angel’s future or remain loyal to the cartel bosses in Mexico.
Angel’s Crossfire delivers heart-pounding action, high-stakes suspense, and a deeply human story about survival, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between right and wrong. With its dynamic characters and gritty realism, this is a film poised to captivate audiences and leave them breathless.
In the desolate town of Dead Horse, young Morgan Paisley Hill faces a choice that could seal her fate. Raised by her strict father, Curtis Hill, who doubts she is truly his, Morgan has lived in the shadow of her late mother’s secrets. Now of age, her father insists she marry Lester Barron, the wealthy banker’s son, a match that would secure her future but leave her heart empty. Only Sheriff Patty knows the truth, a truth he swore to her mother, Kate, never to reveal.
When Morgan crosses paths with Alvi, a charismatic Hispanic young man returning to town, her mother’s words echo in her heart: Marry for love, or end up with nothing but strangers in your home. Her connection with Alvi blooms into something real, threatening her father’s plans. When Curtis discovers their romance, he goes to Sheriff Patty with a scheme to have Alvi arrested for horse theft, forcing a dangerous standoff. As bullets fly and secrets are laid bare, a single shot changes everything, leaving Dead Horse forever altered, in the crossfire. Love can kill.
Every Halloween, the horror of a haunted house turns chillingly real when a man with a fractured past kidnaps a young woman. His twisted motive? To "help" them by subjecting them to psychological torment he believes will make them stronger. Over the years, these women reemerge with drastic changes—one becomes a skilled marksman, another a trained fighter, while some remain forever scarred. Yet, no physical harm is ever inflicted, leaving law enforcement baffled and the trail cold.
Enter Carmen, an investigative reporter who witnesses a woman vanishing at a Kansas Halloween nightmare house. Determined to uncover the truth, Carmen dives into the chilling pattern of disappearances spanning multiple states. As she pieces together the puzzle, she uncovers a sinister psychological game orchestrated by a man driven by a warped father complex.
The Maker is a gripping tale of obsession, resilience, and the haunting complexity of trauma. With its chilling twists and deep psychological tension, this film will leave audiences questioning the thin line between harm and help. It’s a story that promises to captivate, terrify, and provoke, making it an unforgettable addition to the thriller genre.
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