We produce documentary, narrative and series. Our offices are based out of Panama City, Panama.
"Planting seeds, growing ideas...” Seedling Media Productions is dedicated to the creation and development of content that is innovative, creative and advocates for social issues. Past work - DEAR PANAMA, A WORLD WITHOUT ORPHANS and LOST KITES have successfully lobbied for new legislation, been selected by international film festivals, won numerous awards and screened around the world in large and
small grassroots screenings in Panama, Hawaii, Thailand and elsewhere. We pride ourselves in using media and film not just to entertain but also to inspire, impacting issues that matter. As the landscape of film changes so does our approach - whether it be a documentary, feature narrative, reality show, docuseries or VR we will be there communicating to influencers and moving change forward. CONTRA LA CORRIENTE was one of nine work-in-progress projects selected by the Panama Film Commission to exhibit at the American Film Market, a London Film School workshop selection and a participant of the IFF NALIP Pitch Contest. Projects in-development include feature narratives ARCHIVO PENDIENTE (Stowe Story Lab Selection), SCARS OF AN ORPHAN (Ukraine) and CHACALERIA (2020 Panama Film Fund Winner) by Panamanian writer/director Gurnir Singh.
19/02/2025
Ever wondered what it takes to bring a film to life? 🎬 From the spark of an idea to the big screen, every movie goes through 5 key stages: Development, Pre-production, Production, Post-production, and Distribution.
Swipe through to discover the magic behind the scenes and see how your favorite films are made! 🌟
Which stage excites you the most? Let us know in the comments! 🍿
01/02/2025
We are thrilled to announce that will have its world premiere at 🎉✨
Seedling Media Productions is proud to have provided production services with Milagros Productions. Congrats to the entire team!
When a woman grows disillusioned with her golden-boy husband during their tropical honeymoon, she recruits an enigmatic expat to spice things up—for better or worse.
Get ready to move at the speed of nature … 🌴shot on location in Bocas del Toro, Panama 🇵🇦
Written & Directed by GG Hawkins
Produced by Elle Roth-Brunet .liketheletter
Co-Producers Natalie LeVeck, Maria Laura Ventura
Executive Producers Diane Brunet, Andrea Kent, Peter Kent
Co-Executive Producers Tommy Cornelius, Stanley Monroe, Raven Angeline Whisnant, Kelli A White
Line Producers Brittany DeVries , María Neyla Santamaría
Production Manager Anabel Gonzalez
Director of Photography Ryan Thomas
1st Assistant Director My-Hahn Lac
Production Designer Jessie Chaffin
Associate Producer Umay Isik
First Assistant Camera Calvin Ferniza
Sound Mixer Cesar Sanchez .sound
Gaffer Aaron Ware
Key Grip Faisal Tisnes
Grip Driver Gustavo Arobba
Editor Christina O’Sullivan
Music by Hollie Buhagiar
Sound Edit & Design by K.C. Conway
Casting Director Emma Fleming
Costume Designer Alabama Blonde pa Executive in Charge of Production Virginia Perez
Special thanks
Story by GG Hawkins, Madison Lanesey and Scott Monahan
Starring
Madison Lanesey
Travis Quentin Young
Arta Gee
Lisa Jacqueline Starrett
A Night Breeze Productions Film
A Co-Production With
New 32 Productions
In Association With
Pan Up Productions, BraveMaker, One Sock Pictures, Seedling Media Productions, Milagros Productions .media
18/01/2025
El cine tiene la magia de convertir sueños en historias, emociones en imágenes y momentos para la eternidad. Cada película nos invita a soñar con los ojos abiertos y a viajar a lugares donde todo es posible. 🌟
🎥 ¿Qué película te ha hecho soñar más? Cuéntanos en los comentarios. 🍿✨
17/01/2025
Cinema is more than technique; it’s emotion turned into art. 🎥 Every scene, every frame, is crafted to make you feel. What’s a movie scene that left you speechless? Drop it in the comments! 🍿✨
15/01/2025
Every film has a story, but the best ones stay with us forever. What’s a movie you can watch over and over? Let’s share favorites and keep the magic alive. 🎬✨
11/01/2025
Our hearts go out to all those affected by the recent and ongoing fires in California especially industry colleagues, many with little to no safety net with the recent slowdown. See link in bio to donate and help a fellow producer who just lost their home.
06/01/2025
Un moodboard no es solo imágenes; es una ventana a lo que está por venir. Así construimos la esencia visual de cada proyecto en Seedling Media. 🍃🏙️ Listo para darle vida a tus ideas? ✨ Contáctanos y hagamos magia juntos.
01/01/2025
🎥✨ Top 5 Latin American Independent Movies to Watch Before 2024 Ends ✨🎥
Explore the rich tapestry of Latin American cinema with these standout indie films. Each offers a unique glimpse into the diverse cultures and compelling stories of the region. 🌎🎬
1. Emilia Pérez (Mexico) 🇲🇽
Directed by Jacques Audiard, this audacious musical tells the story of a Mexican lawyer who helps a feared cartel leader transition into a new life as a woman named Emilia Pérez. The film has garnered critical acclaim, winning the Jury Prize and Best Actress award at Cannes.
DECIDER
2. Sujo (Mexico) 🇲🇽
This gripping drama delves into the life of Sujo, a young boy who witnesses the brutal murder of his father, a cartel hitman, and his subsequent journey as he grows up amidst hardship and the constant peril associated with his identity.
IMDB
3. Memories of a Burning Body (Costa Rica) 🇨🇷
Directed by Antonella Sudasassi Furniss, this film is a lyrical and intimate exploration of the enduring sexuality of women, focusing on the experiences of three Costa Rican women incarnated into a 71-year-old protagonist.
BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE
4. Rita (Guatemala) 🇬🇹
This dark fantasy horror film follows a 13-year-old girl who escapes her abusive home and is sent to a safe house, only to encounter fantastical beings. The film examines the struggles of neglected children and the fallibility of the system expected to protect them.
ROTTEN TOMATOES
5. Chacalería (Panama) 🇵🇦
A crime-comedy film about Antonia, a self-made entrepreneur who, after losing her livelihood to the COVID-19 pandemic, decides to sell and distribute alcohol illegally using a drone during Panama’s nationally mandated dry law.
ROTTEN TOMATOES
🎬✨ Which of these cinematic gems will you watch first? Let us know in the comments! 🍿👇
06/12/2024
🎅✨ 5 MUST-WATCH CHRISTMAS MOVIES 🎄
Get cozy, grab some hot cocoa, and dive into these festive classics that bring the holiday spirit to life!
1️⃣ Home Alone 🏡
When Kevin McCallister is accidentally left home alone for Christmas, he must protect his house from two bumbling burglars. A timeless comedy full of laughs and heart.
2️⃣ The Grinch 💚
Whether it’s the 2000 live-action version or the animated classic, this story of a grumpy green creature discovering the true meaning of Christmas is an absolute must.
3️⃣ Elf 🤪
Buddy the Elf, played by Will Ferrell, spreads Christmas cheer in New York City. It’s hilarious, heartwarming, and full of festive fun.
4️⃣ The Polar Express 🚂
An enchanting journey to the North Pole on a magical train. This animated masterpiece is perfect for dreamers of all ages.
5️⃣ A Christmas Carol 👻
Experience the iconic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation, brought to life in many adaptations—each capturing the magic of Dickens’ classic.
✨ What’s your favorite holiday movie? Let us know below! ⬇️
04/12/2024
🎥 Behind the Magic at Seedling Media! 🌟
Swipe through to see how we bring music videos to life 🎶✨ From raw, behind-the-scenes moments to the polished final shots, every detail matters.
💡 Concept: Where it all begins—brainstorming ideas that match the artist’s vision.
🎬 On Set: Natural Lights, cameras, and all the action (plus a little sweat and a lot of coffee ☕).
🎨 Post-Production: Turning hours of footage into pure cinematic magic.
🔥 Final Result: A masterpiece ready to captivate the world!
🌿 At Seedling Media, we don’t just produce videos; we craft stories. Whether it’s the vibe, the visuals, or the energy, every frame tells a tale.
Drop a 🎶 in the comments if you love seeing the process behind the art!
23/04/2024
!!!Chacaleria In Theaters!!!
We are excited and proud to announce the theatrical premiere and release of Chacaleria in and theaters across Panama.
Chacaleria is a film by Panamanian writer/director Gurnir Singh, produced by .media and is a winner of Fondo Cine Panama 2020.
Synopsis: Chacaleria is a crime film about Antonia, a self-made entrepreneur who, after losing her livelihood to the COVID-19 pandemic, wants to secure her financial future by selling and distributing alcohol illegally using a drone during Panama’s nationally mandated dry law. This becomes increasingly difficult when Ronny, a by the book cop, who is forced to be corrupt, catches Antonia in the act and blackmails her into robbing a bank.
Purchase tickets at and . This first week is critical for our theatrical success, if we sell 10,000 tickets we will go to theaters in Mexico!
A special thank you to the entire cast and crew who made this film possible, to DiCine and in seeing the value of Chacaleria and in supporting Panamanian stories and talent to reach local and international audiences.
23/04/2024
What does a film producer do?
“Producers are at the financial, practical and creative heart of a film or TV drama. They are often the first to get involved, spotting the creative opportunity and commercial viability of a production. They continue as the driving force right through to distribution.
They are the overall decision makers. Producers will come up with story ideas and hire writers or choose and secure rights to scripts. This is known as ‘optioning’ a script.
They decide on the scale and budget of the film and source financing from investors, studios and distributors.
They work with creative ideas from the director and approve production costs. They spot and solve potential problems throughout the production process.
They approve locations and hire a team of staff for the production, delegating certain responsibilities to a line producer. It’s their job to create a good working environment and they constantly communicate with everyone to make everything run smoothly.
They have ultimate legal responsibilities for the health and safety of the crew on set and delivery of a completed film at the end of the production process.”
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"Planting seeds, growing ideas...” Seedling Media Productions is dedicated to the creation and development of content that is innovative, creative and advocates for social issues. Our offices are based out of Panama City, Panama but thanks to the technology advances of the internet those we work and collaborate with are located all over the world.
Our past work - DEAR PANAMA, A WORLD WITHOUT ORPHANS and LOST KITES have successfully lobbied for new legislation, been selected by international film festivals, won numerous awards and screened around the world in large and small grassroots screenings including Panama, Hawaii, Thailand and others.
CONTRA LA CORRIENTE was one of nine work-in-progress projects selected by the Panama Film Commission to exhibit at the American Film Market, London Film School Screenwriter Lab selection and NALIP Pitch participant.
Current projects in-development include feature narratives SCARS OF AN ORPHAN and RITA inspired by true stories based in Ukraine and Guatemala respectively, ARCHIVO PENDIENTE/PENDING FILE (Stowe Story Lab selection) and CONTRA LA CORRIENTE.
We pride ourselves in using media and film not just to entertain but also to inspire, impacting issues that matter. As the landscape of film changes so does our approach - whether it be a documentary, feature narrative, reality show, docuseries or VR we will be there communicating to influencers and moving change forward.