Creative Independent Films
Experience storytelling like never before with our motion pictures.
Creative Independent Films
Experience storytelling like never before with our motion pictures.
ABOUT LUCIANO PICTURES
Our Mission
At Luciano Pictures, we are dedicated to creating captivating motion pictures that resonate with audiences. Our mission is to tell unique stories that inspire and entertain viewers around the world.
WHAT WE DO
Our Commitment
Our Commitment
Our Commitment
At Luciano Pictures, we are dedicated to creating high-quality, visually stunning films that captivate audiences and tell powerful stories. Our team of talented filmmakers and producers work tirelessly to bring your vision to life on the big screen.
Our Experience
Our Commitment
Our Commitment
Lead by Actor/Producer/Director J.L. Botelho, our team has over thirty years of experience in the motion picture film industry. We have worked on a wide range of projects, from feature films to commercials and promotional videos. We bring our expertise and passion to every project we take on, ensuring that each film is a success.
Our Process
Our Commitment
Our Process
We believe in a collaborative approach to filmmaking, working closely with BCW Productions and Manhattan Skyline Films, we strive for excellence and attention to detail in every aspect of the filmmaking process.
OUR CURRENT PROJECT
The Hook
The Hook
The Hook
"On Cape Cod, the only thing scarier than sharks is the stupidity of humans."
When a struggling documentary crew stages fake shark attacks to spark internet fame, their viral hoax spirals into real chaos, triggering mass hysteria, accidental deaths, and one deranged fisherman's quest for glory.
The Hook
The Hook
DIRECTED BY: J.L. Botelho
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Sean-Michael Hibbert
PRODUCED BY: J.L. Botelho, Sean Costa, and Gary Wilson
STORY BY: Sean Costa
SCREENPLAY BY: Sean Costa, Gary Wilson, and Adrienne Baumann
CINEMATOGRAPHY BY: Robert Sullivan
SOUND BY: Dalton Webb
MUSIC BY: Peter Antonellis, J.L. Botelho, and Sean Boyce
The Hook
CREATIVE CONSULTANTS:
William Brower
Robert "Bobo" Miller
Melanie Robel
Cameron Scott
OUR CAST & CREW
Christine Mone
Miranda M. Brown
Miranda M. Brown
Christine Mone is known for Me, Myself & Irene (2000), Ted 2 (2015), Artificial Evil Awakens (2024) and Soul Family: A Day in the Lives (2025).
Miranda M. Brown
Miranda M. Brown
Miranda M. Brown
Miranda M. Brown is known for Artificial Evil Awakens (2024).
Alex Poznick
Jesse Waegelein-Hall
Jesse Waegelein-Hall
Alex Poznick is an Actor and a former Radio Host for Cape Cod Community College (2018-2020). The Hook will be his first feature film.
Jesse Waegelein-Hall
Jesse Waegelein-Hall
Jesse Waegelein-Hall
Jesse Waegelein-Hall is an award-winning Producer and Special Effects Make Up Artist. She has acted in Rise of The Scarecrows Hell on Earth (2021), Scary Tales Dead Zone (2023), and Scary Tales Dark Walker (2024). If it involves blood, then Jesse is down for it.
Sean Boyce
Jesse Waegelein-Hall
Gary Wilson
Sean Boyce is an Actor, Musician, Writer, Director, and Artist. He has acted in several short films.
Gary Wilson
Sean-Michael Hibbert
Gary Wilson
Gary Wilson is an Actor, Producer, Writer, and Musician.
Adrienne Baumann
Sean-Michael Hibbert
Sean-Michael Hibbert
Adrienne Baumann is a Standup Comedian and is known as the "Cape Cod Funny Girl." She was in the film Artificial Evil Awakens (2024).
Sean-Michael Hibbert
Sean-Michael Hibbert
Sean-Michael Hibbert
Sean-Michael Hibbert is an Actor, and an up-and-coming Director based on Cape Cod. He is currently writing and directing a handful of short films, and was featured in the film Artificial Evil Awakens (2024).
Robynn-Elayne Giffin
Robynn-Elayne Giffin
Robynn-Elayne Giffin
Robynn-Elayne Giffin is a Graduate from Falmouth High School. She has won an ensemble award for "Games" at the Boston Globe Drama Festival. She performed in "The Death and Life of Larry Benson" and "Top Girls" at the Woods Hole Community Theatre. Ms Giffin was a Theatre Major at the former Castleton State now Vermont University Castleton
Robynn-Elayne Giffin is a Graduate from Falmouth High School. She has won an ensemble award for "Games" at the Boston Globe Drama Festival. She performed in "The Death and Life of Larry Benson" and "Top Girls" at the Woods Hole Community Theatre. Ms Giffin was a Theatre Major at the former Castleton State now Vermont University Castleton campus. She is a singer, dancer, actor, figure skater, and motorcycle enthusiast. She is a Bi-Coastal Beach girl born in California and grew up on Cape Cod. She is also a loving cat mom, proud Auntie of three girls, and die-hard supporter of our military and Veterans.
Dennis Roy Sterner
Robynn-Elayne Giffin
Robynn-Elayne Giffin
Dennis Roy Sterner is not a trained actor. Just a lucky idiot who bumbled his way onto a set. As a kid, he always enjoyed imitating the characters on screen, but failed to take the opportunity to expand on this interest. While working on The Hook, he has enjoyed being both on camera & behind the scenes. Dennis looks forward to learning more as he explores this newfound avenue of expression.
Kristen T. Betrovski
Robynn-Elayne Giffin
Kristen T. Betrovski
Kristen T. Betrovski grew up attending Harwich Junior Theater and took many classes. In high school she performed in a few plays such as A Midsummer Night's Dream and Romeo and Juliet. While attending college at Worcester State University she was a member of LancerVision Television LVTV where she helped with news, acting, and fun skits. This is her first feature length film role.
Sean Costa
Sean Costa
Kristen T. Betrovski
Sean Costa is a Writer, Producer, and Actor. He is the creator of The Hook and the driving force behind the production.