When History Is Under Attack,
Storytelling Becomes Survival
Read our response to the White House’s revisionist history order with a call to action for filmmakers, funders, partners, and creative allies.
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Since 2018 we’ve created content that has explored the underrepresented human experience, capturing the attention of major festivals, such as the Tribeca Film Festival and Sundance.
Our projects have been recognized as the best in their categories, have been covered in major news outlets, and we aim to keep it that way. We champion new voices, seeking to nurture and foster a new generation of creators who are aiming to change the status quo in our industry and culturally.
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Snarky really pushed me to write my script. Not identifying as a writer, it was such a mountainous task, and they really helped.
Ryan Chu, 2023 Cohort Member
Having a diverse crew brings such positive energy. It sets the tone from the 1st minute that you're there, through post. We saw its impact everywhere, with different perspectives and from different cultures, ethnicities, genders, and sexes.
Michelle Cutolo, Strut, Amazon Prime
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Snarky Elephant Productions Announces Acclaimed 2025 Cohort with Emmy-Winning Talent, Pulitzer Prize Finalist Filmmakers & A Feature Film on Mental Health Executive Produced by Viola Davis
Seasoned executives from Cinepolis, Google, Lionsgate, Sony and Ramy Brook join SEP Board
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Did You Know: Snarky Elephant Productions is a fiscally sponsored project by Decentralized Pictures, a 501c3 non-profit co-founded by American Zoetrope (The Godfather Trilogy, Lost in Translation), the independent film company started by Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas in 1969 and now run by Roman, Sofia, and Gia Coppola.
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A Snarky Soiree: A Cinematic Affair
This event was held at a private venue in New York, where we held an exclusive private screening of Snarky Elephant's award-winning film Zari, which was recently nominated and won the Grand Jury Prize and Best Narrative short at its World Premiere in NYC and the Austin Film Festival. The event was followed by a Q&A with the director and filmmaker, Shruti Parekh, along with acclaimed author actor Maulik Pancholy. The event concluded with a special presentation about whats in development at Snarky, both in and outside of film projects.
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Snarky Exclusive
Celebrating 5 Years of Insomnia: An Exclusive Interview with Vishaal Reddy
We had the pleasure of sitting down with the series creator, Vishaal Reddy, to discuss his journey, the impact of Insomnia, and his future plans. Vishaal, an actor, writer, and producer from Tennessee, has made significant strides in the industry, challenging stereotypes and championing diverse stories. Join us as we explore his insights and celebrate this milestone.
Award Winner
ZARI Wins Grand Jury Award for New York Short Film & Audience Award for Best Narrative Short at 36th Annual NewFest Film Festival
Amidst preparations for her sister’s wedding in India, young American Neelu forges a brief and unexpected connection with Zeyb, a quiet sari store clerk who moonlights as an internet drag queen.
Written & Directed by: Shruti Parekh