Writer. Actor. Director. Executive Producer
Pinoy Cinematic Universe LLC
Veronica Reyes-How, CEO/Founder
Pinoy Cinematic Universe began in 2023 when Veronica Reyes-How wanted to create a media company dedicated to showcasing the rich tapestry of stories of the unsung, the unheralded, and the amazing people who, like you and I, are trying to make it through the day.
Through its innovative and heartfelt projects, PCU aims to show the diverse experiences, cultural heritage, and unique perspectives of the American and American Immigrant experience. By highlighting narratives that often go unheard, Pinoy Cinematic Universe strives to foster understanding, celebrate diversity, and inspire audiences worldwide. Its commitment to authenticity and representation ensures that each story resonates deeply, offering a powerful voice to communities and their rich and multifaceted histories.
Projects:
Trailer:
When Doug Andrews discovers he needs a kidney transplant and the best available match is his long estranged mother, he has to carefully orchestrate a reunion and reconciliation he'd never thought possible.
Teaser
"CostCutters" is a lively socials-based show set in the aisles of a sprawling big-box store blending the mockumentary style of "The Office" with the workplace humor of "Superstore." Each episode dives into the quirky dynamics, offbeat challenges, and heartwarming moments that unfold in the store, highlighting the fun and chaos that come with retail life. With its focus on fun, collaboration, and the unique perspectives of its diverse writers, "CostCutters" promises a delightful blend of laughter and life lessons in every checkout line.
In Development
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In the gritty underbelly of King's Landing, a working-class family of candlemakers battles to keep their flickering business alive amidst political intrigue, endless demand, and the ever-present threat of being snuffed out.
GENRE: Period comedy series
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A 10 year old Filipina latchkey loner with an innate ability to play Mahjong pins her hopes of community and belonging on competing at the highest level under the mentorship of her elderly Jewish coach Ruth. When her success finds her feeling no less alone, she realizes that it’s harder than it seems to “find your quorum”.
GENRE: Family Comedy Feature
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When her husband’s lead role in a hit sitcom mints him as the next big thing, a struggling actress is forced to consider the disappointments of her own professional and personal journey and explore the power of the pivot.
GENRE: 1/2 hour comedy
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When a Biotech scientist joins her college mentor’s company, she encounters a deadly plot to enslave humans through a device she helped develop, and must choose between her family’s well-being or society’s ruinous end in order to reverse earth from its dystopian state.
GENRE: 1 hour sci-fi drama