Aiming higher,
one project at a time.

At Apollo Studios,

Every story we tell starts with people. That's been true for 10 years at Apollo Studios, across over 1,000 commercials, documentaries streaming on Apple TV and
Amazon Prime, and the feature films we're making now. Whatever the medium,
our aim is to translate human experience to the screen.

Our Services

Our Services

10 years of experience.
Millions of views.
Over 1,000 commercials delivered.

We bring storytelling instincts honed by ten years of marketing, TV and film experience to every brand, studio and company we partner with, uncovering the human narrative that makes people care about your product, your documentary, show or film.

We handle everything from script to screen: writing, budgeting, casting, production, and post.

One team, start to finish.

Apollo Originals in Production

Stranded

After over a decade of dedicating our work to documentaries at Apollo Studios, we have decided it is time for us to make the jump to narrative work.

Wrote, produced by us, and currently in production, “Stranded” is the story of an astronaut working in Earth’s orbit which is left in space as a nuclear disaster breaks out and devastates the planet. How can she come home, when there might not be a home to come back to?

Written & Directed by Sam Menendez

The Darkest Morning

Our next documentary, currently in development, will visit one of America’s most painful mornings. For better, or worse, 9/11 changed the world forever.

Setting aside the political, conspiratorial, and the overwhelming toll of innocent lives, This film will examine the experiences of individuals who survived 9/11. We will conduct interviews with those who were considered the "lucky" ones. Our interviewees share a common experience: they attribute their survival to a series of fortuitous events that prevented them from being at the World Trade Center on that day. These events, which could be described as sheer luck or divine intervention, saved their lives.

Directed by Sam Menendez

Moon Landing

What if the conspiracy theories are true, and mankind's furthest step into the unknown was all part of a hoax? and what if the astronauts didn't know it?

In the midst of the Cold War, America worries that the Soviet Union is ahead in the space race. To keep the spirit alive, NASA announces a live broadcast of the astronaut's first steps on the moon. Finally, Apollo 11 is ready to launch, fueled by the dreams and aspirations of the free world, but what if they knew the mission would never succeed?

Written & Directed by Sam Menendez

''I have nothing but positive words for you [Sam]. I love your sensibilities and perspective on telling a story. I’m super proud of this piece and have been sharing with friends all day long. Thank you for your patience and willingness to deliver nothing but the best quality…it truly shows through your work. "

Brandon Akiaten, PlayStation Studios
''The capacity that Sam has to connect with your needs and move efficiently towards a common goal without compromising quality is outstanding. His in-house personal team at Apollo Studios is equally talented and impressive. I've worked with Sam in countless projects throughout the years and I will work with him and his team in any project, at any time, highly recommended.''

Dane Christensen, Dansker Media
"Sam is a true artist that can take mediocre ideas and bring them to life in a way that time and again shatters expectations. In a "you get what you pay for" kind of world, Sam brings all the extras for free. It's always the biggest relief when I reach out to him for a project and he signs on. From that moment on, the details no longer matter. I know we're in good hands whatever happens. My advice? Hire him before we can't afford him anymore. He's a star in every sense of the word. "

Casey DeMarco, Production Supervisor at Hayden5
"I've had the privilege of working with Apollo Studios for the last year or so, and continue to be impressed by their work. Sam is the consummate professional: No doubt talented, kind and generous, and always willing to answer my many questions. He and his team guided me through every step of the creative process, paid attention to the smallest details, and were always a quick email or phone call away. Highly recommend!

Enrique Lopez, Lewis Brisbois
''If you're looking for top-tier talent, look no further. Sam has an exceptional eye for the little details that elevate a project and take it to the next level. He is truly a master of his craft.I'm incredibly grateful to have found him and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone who wants exceptional video work that speaks for itself.''

Alix Spurce, Enso Homes