the studio.

Ave Fenix Pictures is the first Latina-owned film studio to emerge from the heart of the Chicago and the Midwest. Founded by filmmaker Mónica Esmeralda León, the studio develops, produces, and distributes original motion pictures for theatrical and digital audiences.

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Built on independent filmmaking, creative collaboration, and bold storytelling, Ave Fenix Pictures is committed to creating films that resonate across cultures and generations.

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