REMA Films is inspired by the text by Pier Paolo Pasolini and our collective appreciation for creating visual language full of intrigue and poetry.
We are creative risk takers and collaborators. Our goal is to create innovative, memorable, and fresh ideas to get our clients noticed. REMA are cinephiles who come from a diverse background in: graphic design, directing, production design, fashion, photography, creative direction, advertising, and cinematography. We specialize in fashion film, music videos, branded content, commercials, film, and photography.
REMA Films is based in Los Angeles, Spain and Mexico City.
WE'VE WORKED WITH THESE AWESOME STUDIOS/
Discovery Channel, El Rey Network, K/O Paper Products, Secret Hideout, Crypt TV,
Astronauts Wanted, and Awesomeness TV
COMMERCIAL CLIENTS/
Louis Vuitton, Bliss, Converse, MTV, American Apparel, Twin Music UK, SHOWstudio, Dresslab, Sargent House,
Aflac, RCA, Grammy's, SORA Super Bike, Singer, and Colorfast Apparel
TEAM /
EDUARDO R. SERVELLO, AMC
Co-Founder and Cinematographer
Eduardo Rivas Servello is a cinematographer originally from Mexico City, now based in Los Angeles. With a background in independent cinema and international film festivals, he holds a degree in Cinematography and has pursued additional studies in art history and contemporary art.
His work spans feature films, documentaries, and television series, including The Last of the Winthrops (France, Switzerland, UK, Canada, USA) and Bushido Battleground, produced by the Rey Network and filmed across Thailand, the United States, and Mexico. He also served as the cinematographer for INFECTION, Venezuela’s first zombie film, which has been distributed in 26 countries and showcased at festivals worldwide.
Driven by a deep visual storytelling sensibility, Eduardo adapts his cinematographic approach to suit the unique demands of each project. In addition to his film work, he is an accomplished street photographer, with exhibitions in museums and features in printed publications. His portfolio also includes commercials and music videos, where he continues to explore new creative expressions through the lens.
SÒNIA SÁNCHEZ
Executive Producer
Sònia Sánchez, a producer from Spain based in Los Angeles, co-directed the 1st Encounter with Mexican Cinematography in Mexico City in 2024, an event showcasing the work of the Mexican Society of Cinematographers (AMC). Through this educational initiative, she helped highlight the art of cinematography and its impact, ensuring greater recognition for professionals in the field. Sònia also organized La Mirada Fija, a photographic exhibition celebrating Mexico's top cinematographers, presented at the Franz Mayer Museum in Mexico City. The visual tribute showcased the artistry and global influence of Mexican cinematography.
Sònia has worked in various roles across the vertical film industry, including as a line producer, casting director, and locations manager. She has played a key role in supervising and managing resources, ensuring efficient operations in film environments.
With nearly 30 years of experience in human resources within the luxury goods sector, primarily with Louis Vuitton, Sònia has held roles in communication, training, and recruitment, including as HR Manager for the Leather Goods & Accessories division in Spain. In the past five years, she managed Learning & Development for U.S. workshops in California and Texas.
Sònia’s career demonstrates a deep understanding of the parallels between Human Resources and film production. Her expertise in building cohesive teams, managing training and development, and resolving conflicts directly aligns with the collaborative nature of cinema production. Her ability to foster a positive workplace culture and drive performance while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals were met has been crucial throughout her career and extends seamlessly into her understanding of the demands and dynamics of film production.
Alejandro Ramírez Corona
Director and Cinematographer
Alejandro Ramírez Corona is a filmmaker from Mexico City with a distinguished career in directing and cinematography. He graduated from the National School of Film Arts (CUEC-UNAM) and further honed his craft at the Budapest Cinematography Masterclass and the International Film and TV School in Cuba.
In 2009, his short film Goodbye Garibaldi was selected for prestigious international festivals, including the 56th San Sebastián Film Festival, Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival, São Paulo International Short Film Festival, and La Habana International Film Festival.
His feature directorial debut, Mente Revólver (2019), received multiple accolades, including the Best Movie Gold Alhambra at the Granada Cines del Sur Film Festival and Best Frontera Feature at the San Diego Latino Film Festival. The film was also nominated at Camerimage, the Guadalajara International Film Festival, and the Santiago de Compostela Film Festival.
In addition to his work as a director, Alejandro has built a strong career as a director of photography, contributing to films and television series featured on Amazon Prime, Netflix, HBO, Fox, and Sony, as well as global commercial campaigns for brands like Coca-Cola. His work has been showcased in cinemas and streaming platforms worldwide.
With a deep passion for visual storytelling, Alejandro continues to bring compelling narratives to life through both his directorial vision and cinematographic expertise.
ARMANDO CRODA
Documentary Director and Editor
Originally from Mexico, Armando Croda is a Mexican American documentary filmmaker based in New York, who has been working in art and film in the US, Europe and Mexico for the past 15 years. He specializing in editing, cinematography, and directing. His work has been showcased at major international film festivals and distributed by leading platforms.
As an editor, Armando has contributed to critically acclaimed films such as LOUDMOUTH (closing gala of the 2022 Tribeca International Festival), JAY MYSELF by Stephen Wilkes (2018, distributed by Oscilloscope), Netflix’s OUT OF MANY, ONE (2018) by John Hoffman and Nanfu Wang, and HAVANA MOTOR CLUB (2015) by Bent-Jorgen Perlmutt (distributed by Samuel Goldwyn).
He is the co-director and editor of the Netflix documentary YA ME VOY, which earned acclaim at Hot Docs and DOCNYC, winning Best Mexican Film at DocsMX and receiving a Special Mention for Best Documentary at the Morelia International Film Festival. The film was distributed by The Cinema Guild.
Armando also served as producer, director of photography, and editor for STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT, which won Best Film at Slamdance in 2022. His passion for storytelling extends beyond film into street photography, with works exhibited in museums and publications, as well as commercial and music video projects.
ODIN ACOSTA
Producer and Sound Designer
Odin Acosta is a sound designer, editor, and mixer with over 100 projects to his name. His work includes the ARIEL-winning stop-motion short films Zimbo, Los Aeronautas, and Cerulia.
In 2013, he joined the Sound Studio at the Berlin Talent Campus, learning from masters like Wong Kar-Wai and Walter Murch. As a producer, he debuted with Lejos del Sentido and co-produced Los Años Azules and Tío Yim.
His expertise extends to exhibition sound design, contributing to Guillermo del Toro’s En Casa con Mis Monstruos (2019) and serving as second unit production manager on Pinocchio (2021).
Recent projects include sound design for Coraje, Nunca Seremos Parte, Esperanza, and the 5.1 mix for Hay Algo Que No He Dicho, all showcased at FICG37.
With a passion for immersive storytelling, Odin continues to shape the soundscapes of contemporary cinema.
ERNIE SCHAEFFER
Colorist & Postproduction Specialist
With over 30 years in the postproduction industry, Ernie Schaeffer has worked as a colorist, postproduction supervisor, and educator, contributing to more than 50 award-winning films showcased at Cannes, Sundance, Berlín, Venice, Toronto, and SXSW.
As a Blackmagic Ambassador for LATAM, he specializes in creative consulting and remote workflows. In 2023, he founded Schaeffer Post Creative, focusing on innovation in postproduction. His passion for education led to Post Dojo (2024), a groundbreaking initiative empowering future industry professionals.
Ernie has played a key role in the transition from analog to digital, serving as an Avid editor, Final Cut Pro instructor, and developer of academic programs at Boston University and SAE Institute Mexico. He currently leads Caffeine Post’s Color Department, shaping the future of postproduction.
CLIENT LIST /
Converse, MTV Miaw, Crypt TV, Discovery Channel, BULLETT, Chelsea Wolfe, SHOWstudio (UK), DRESSLAB (Spain), Astronauts Wanted, Allie X, WeAreSelecters (Spain), MITU, LITO Sora Electric Superbikes, Singer, Aflac, Grammys, Modernaked (Spain), Sargent House, L.A. Record, Manhattan Fashion Directory, LADYGUNN, Glassbook
