AMANDA PINTO is a director, actor, and photographer based in NYC.
UPCOMING PROJECTS
EAST MEADOWBROOK
Director // Producer
Nearly-30 and already burnt out, Cori Vitale returns to her hometown to recharge while working for the family business—East Meadowbrook Cemetery. After an annual “trip” with her brother takes an unusual turn, buried feelings begin to surface as she is confronted with the question: how do you move forward when you don’t know where to go? In production October 2022. A short film executive produced by Normal Ave.
A PUBLIC PRIVATE PRAYER
Director
Back for one night after a successful run at the 2022 FRIGID Festival! Grant is still trying to figure out whether or not he believes that God exists. Now he's resorting to one last tactic...talking to God Himself! In this one-person show, Grant will explore his doubt by sharing personal stories in hopes of real salvation. Presented by the Emerging Artists Theatre New Work Series.
RECENT WORK
MAC & CHEESE
Director // “Mother Time”
An everyday hero grapples with friendship, responsibility, and the decision to eat (or not to eat) his roommate’s leftovers. A short film starring Sommer Carbuccia.
Winner of “Best Director” and “Best Film” at the 2022 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge.
THIS IS B.S.
Director // Producer // “Vanessa”
A mockumentary-style web series about a summer stock theater, where the season’s success is threatened by big personalities, small budgets, and a whimsical artistic director.
Winner of “Best Ensemble Cast'“ and Nominee for “Best Director” at NY Webfest
DEAD TILL DEATH
“Quig”
A short horror film about a group of friends who leave the city to camp in the woods, disconnect, and eat shrooms. It's all fun and games until they become hunted by cans of Liquid Death who are dead-set on recycling their souls. Directed by Will Carsola (Mr. Pickles, Mama Named Me Sheriff).
MAJOR
1st AD // Associate Producer
A short sports drama about a star majorette at an HBCU who must choose between furthering her family’s legacy or pursuing her dreams. Executive Produced by Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight, Choir Boy). Currently in post-production.
DO YOU EVER
Director
A music video for singer/songwriter Melanie Herrera’s first single, “Do You Ever”
NEW PHOTO STUDIO!
Landmark Arts Building
Sub/Urban Photography has a new home as of March 2022 in the Landmark Arts Building in Chelsea! Amanda and her partner, Jake, will continue their headshot and portrait work from their new space. Clearly, they are very excited. Click below to learn more about their work.
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(Coming Soon)