St. Cecilia Soda

The Adventures of Saint Cecilia

An old-school vending machine becomes the start of an impossible journey. Through motels, dance halls, desert trains, and fleeting connections, one traveler discovers that sometimes getting lost is the whole point.
Project Type

Commercial

Date

2026-06-15

Location

All over Texas

Client

St. Cecilia Soda

Production Company

Salado Pictures

This film was a true labor of love. Beyond being drawn to St. Cecilia's artwork and world, I felt a deep connection to the people behind the brand. My co-director, Dino Maglaris, and I wanted to create something that felt like a magical journey, moving from place to place, moment to moment, while staying grounded in one hero's story.

At its core, the film is about taking a leap of faith, embracing the unknown, and discovering who you are along the way. Every artist involved donated their time to bring it to life, making it a genuine passion project. For me, that's what filmmaking is all about: creating stories that inspire us, challenge us, and stay with us long after they're over.

Credits

Director

Dino Maglaris & Harrison Chiu

Producer

Addie Scott Irwin

Director of Photography

Dino Maglaris

Editors

Devon Quick & Harrison Chiu

Sound Designer

Joseph Kennemer

VFX

Clint Carney

Colorist

Dino Maglaris