Sam Shapiro

An Italian and a Jew meet on set… @pizzabagel.studios is born! As we look to continue filling our 2026 slate and build clientele, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of the projects we feel lucky to have played a part in since we started in 2023. We are grateful for our talented network of artists and friends who have and continue to trust us in shaping their creative worlds. We’re stoked about the adventures to come and to keep building with y’all! Click our website link in BIO and/or shoot us a DM to collab! 🍕🥯🎥

It’s here! You can now watch the full short of Your Own Flavor online, a film about the “nice guy.” (Link in @AlishaKetry bio.) If you’ve ever felt like you were living in a feel-good rom com only to discover you were actually in a horror then this short is for you. And if you’ve never felt this way, you should still watch! And if you call yourself a nice guy, then you’ll probably hate this short! Watch anyway! Who doesn’t love a good hate-watch? @yourownflavor was made by an incredible team of people who deserve everything. @alyssalimp is a star. It’s undeniable. She’s a dream to direct and work with and l feel so lucky to even know her. I’m in awe of her every day. @swazzlepuppetstudio not only created this sick freak of a puppet, but brought him to life in a way that chills me to my bones. Patrick and Sean Johnson are stupidly talented and the best at what they do. @bigjoeyr brings so much joy everywhere he goes and every time I see him in person or on screen, I can’t help but smile. Our producers, @brandondermer and @samshapiro11 came together to help me figure out how to even begin making this with nothing but positivity and enthusiasm. I’m so grateful to them seeing the vision and guiding me through the ins and outs. @wojciech23 is an absolute killer DP. Not only can he create beautiful shots, but his attitude and sense of humor on set reminded me that what we do should be fun. I can’t emphasize enough how crucial @abigailchildsdesign was to this process. She brought a vision that made Your Own Flavor come alive. She along with @rothwellpolk and an inspiring group of PAs worked tirelessly in my backyard to create the set pieces that make this short what it is. @shannoncgriffin is whip smart, decisive and talented. She edited this down to its core theme perfectly. And we couldn’t have done it without our incredible EPs @christopherjrenteria and @aadimaria (@pizzabagel.studios ). There’s so many more people to thank and the full credit list is on . Thank you to all the festivals who programmed us! You made us feel really special and seen, esp @bctheknight who believed in us so hard, you’re our favorite flavor. 🍦

Happy Saturday 🤙🏀🐾

Had an insane time going Goblin Mode caravanning all over LA with @nekrogoblikon @brandondermer and friends! 😈🚐 @nekrogoblikon feat @reelbigfish “SECRET ELEPHANT” Music Video 🤫🐘 DIRECTED BY @brandondermer STARRING @nekrogoblikonofficial @therealjohngoblikon played by @shadygradyjames @sirdickel @alexalereza @aarynstar @joedanguitar @ericwbrownovfire FEATURING @reelbigfish TENOR SAX  @mattappleton TRUMPET  @johnnychristmas1 TROMBONE  @d4nr3gan PRODUCED BY @samshapiro11 EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS @alexalereza @brandondermer @itsdaverispoli @aadimaria DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY @wojciech23 1ST AC @marquesvmallare 1ST AC (VFX UNIT) @123456tevin GAFFER @harperthomas SPFX MAKEUP ARTIST @mmcustonart SPFX MU ASSISTANT  @oldirtyzombie PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS DYLAN FAUTT @goodisanoun EDITED BY @editedbysplice VFX BY @jreams_ COLOR BY @rkmstudios_color SPECIAL THANKS @brettpowell @nienhuiscamera @beckymcneal @1720warehouse @the_chow_mein_guy THOMAS CHAVEZ A @pizzabagel.studios PRODUCTION 🍕🥯🎥

Occupational necessities 🎥 thank you @brandondermer for my new favorite shirt!

Lots of ooohs and awwws this holiday season :)

Hairstyling for @wearfigs holiday ❄️ Makeup @megankellybeauty Thank you @samshapiro11 for bringing me on and having our full circle moment! (Sam hired me for my first professional HMU production ever 🥹)

New Music Video work with @drain831 ! Thanks to the City of Hollister @codster_roadster @hellyeahfvckyeah for being such wonderful hosts! Thank you to @ericrichter13 for bringing me and @pizzabagel.studios on! “SCARED OF EVERYTHING AND NOTHING” Music Video 🤘🎸 Directed and Edited by @ericrichter13 Produced by @samshapiro11 🙋‍♂️ Executive Producer @aadimaria Co-Producer/Gaffer @evanmg.productions Director of Photography @filmstreet 1st Assistant Camera A Cam @ecvideos 1st Assistant Camera B Cam @geneva_rico_films 2nd AC/Media Manager @joshg.vids Key Grip @alvaro.resendiz.mov Dolly Grip @benjmcdowell Production Assistant @timlayaban Production Assistant @elijahcarnazzo Production Assistant @josephyelavichjr Production Company @pizzabagel.studios 🍕🥯 Special Thanks: The City of Hollister @hellyeahfvckyeah @travisgeske @wolfheadindustries @rebelsunhq Andy Olson

Easily one of the wildest shoots I’ve been on. I had a blast producing the Lights Out music video for @spiteofficial ! An incredibly dark concept from some of the most kind hearted people I’ve met. Was a pleasure bringing it to life with the help of old and new friends! Thanks to the mega talented @ericrichter13 for bringing me aboard! Go check out the video on YouTube! Photos taken by @olivia.bastone 📸 CREW Directed and Edited by @ericrichter13 Produced by 🙋‍♂️ Executive Producer @aadimaria Director of Photography @kiddtech Photographer @olivia.bastone Steadicam Operator @hgrenier 1st Assistant Camera @blaisem81 1st Assistant Director @veronikaguncheva Production Coordinator @darthrossoneri Production Designer and Prop Master @mingfen_c Art Director Scott Campbell Set Dresser @rosemichelle96 Costume Designer @marissa_soto_official SPFX Supervisor @ben_graham_ SPFX Assistant Carlos Perez SPFX Assistant Alexander Adams Makeup Artist @helenafox333 Stunt Coordinator @vanessazamarripa Stunt Coordinator @manderkeen Stunt Consultant Antal Kalik Chief Lighting Technician @justinusami Key Grip and Chief Lighting Technician @brady.berryhill_dp Key Grip @soupmanjack Swing G&E @akayshaaa Swing G&E @noahspiece Set Medic Kerry Flood CAST Priest @dariusspite Alter Boys @alexanderspite @travisspite @benspite Stunt Performer Church Goers @manderkeen @allenqstunts @theklahutyrova @kjfury Church Goers @alexissab0 @fredahuactor @danielnedow Evelyn Pratt PRODUCTION COMPANY @pizzabagel.studios 🍕🥯 SPECIAL THANKS @kidsinthespotlight

As seen by the lens of @radant_creates 📸

Went for a run around LA with @run.travis.run & @travisbarker ! Many thanks always to @brandondermer for the epic times and having us aboard! 🏃‍♂️🎥 HIT THE PAVEMENT - RUN TRAVIS RUN 🏃‍♂️ Directed by @brandondermer Producer @samshapiro11 🙋‍♂️ EP @aadimaria Prod Co @pizzabagel.studios DP - @wojciech23 Cam Op - @georgenienhuis 1st AC/Gimble Tech - @deangeloharding Grip - @theactualjens Editor - @splicejones Color - @rkmstudios_color Camera Rental - @nienhuiscamera Steadicam Bike Rental - @ghostremote Song: @knuckleheadz.band “Glory Days” Runners: @knucklehead.tom @punkrockfightclub @annalerouge @taniammorales @siriusdanger @thedanielleking @joedanguitar @sashamassacre @ianpatrkshelton @dreadfulharlot @sarah.emig @neekull Shout out @mc_soph , @mascotsports , @vans , @thejoelarkin