Meatball
Best Comedy Short NoHo CineFest
Excellence in Cinematography NoHo CineFest
Best Dramedy NYC Short Comedy

An Award-Winning Film By Alexandra Robinson

MEATBALL

A dramatic comedy about family, identity, and the chaos of a Sunday dinner. Now expanding into a full-length feature film.

Proof of Concept

The Story.

Meatball is a dramatic comedy that follows Cece as she comes out to her traditional Italian-American family during a Sunday dinner. It is an exploration of clashing perspectives in a rapidly changing world.

"Characters like Uncle Joe resist change—not out of cruelty, but because their world has always operated a certain way, and that way has always worked for them... At its heart, Meatball is a portrait of a family that may not function conventionally, but is held together by love."

The Feature Film

Adapted from the acclaimed short film, the feature expands this world into a full commercial comedy with theatrical and streaming potential, blending:

  • Loud, chaotic, old-school Italian family humor
  • Modern identity themes
  • Heartfelt emotional beats
  • Universal family conflict wrapped in food, culture, and love
Alexandra Robinson
Creative Leadership

Alexandra Robinson

Writer, Director & Producer

Based in New York City, Alexandra is known for creating compelling, story-driven content that bridges entertainment and authenticity.

She has edited high-profile projects, including Katz's Delicatessen's first commercial (winner of Best Commercial – Single Spot at the 68th New York Emmys), and Lady Gaga's "Abracadabra Fan Dance Off" (winner Gold for Fan Engagement at Cannes Lions).

With a deep understanding of storytelling across formats, she develops original work that combines narrative vision with professional execution.

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Creative Team & Production Leadership

The team behind Meatball.

Leland Hardy

Leland Hardy

Manager

Youngest-ever & first African-American Wharton Lauder Fellow (MBA/MA)
Fluent in Chinese & Spanish; extensive global business experience in China & Latin America
Former professional boxer & Madison Square Garden fan favorite known as "The Fighting Stockbroker"
Founder of B.I.C.E.P.S., the NFL/NFLPA business education program taught at Wharton, Harvard & Stanford
Known for Executive Director Ali's Comeback (2020), Venus and Serena (2012) and Raising Tennis Aces: The Williams Story (2003)
Scott Elias

Scott Elias

Producer / Executive Producer

Film and entertainment industry professional focused on independent film production
Experience developing and producing character-driven storytelling projects
Works closely with writers, directors, and production teams to bring independent film projects to market
Focused on building compelling film projects with strong festival and audience potential
Anna Elias

Anna Elias

Producer

Independent film producer focused on development and production of emerging creative projects
Experience coordinating film production, talent relations, and creative development
Passionate about supporting original storytelling and independent filmmakers
Works alongside production teams to guide projects from concept through production
Alexandra Robinson

Alexandra Robinson

Writer • Director • Actor

New York City-based filmmaker known for authentic, character-driven storytelling
Award-winning creator of Meatball, winner of multiple film festival awards including Best Comedy Short
Background as a writer, director, editor, and actor across film and digital media
Focused on stories exploring identity, family dynamics, and modern culture
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Film investments are inherently speculative. Risks include the film not being completed, not securing distribution, or underperforming at the box office. Returns are not guaranteed. We mitigate these risks by partnering with an experienced production team and focusing on a story with a strong built-in audience.

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