Our Films

Veteran Filmmakers, Visionary Storytellers, Exceptional IP.

As veteran filmmakers with a deep appreciation for the art, craft, and business of cinema, we understand that extraordinary films begin with exceptional intellectual property and the power of a compelling story. Our mission is to identify, develop, and bring to life distinctive properties with the creative depth, emotional resonance, and cinematic ambition to captivate audiences worldwide. By combining decades of industry experience with visionary storytelling, strategic development, and a commitment to excellence, we collaborate with exceptional creative talent and industry partners to transform powerful ideas into premium cinematic experiences. We believe the greatest films do more than entertain—they challenge perspectives, transcend cultural boundaries, inspire emotion, and leave a lasting impression. Through a thoughtful balance of artistic integrity and commercial opportunity, we are dedicated to building a compelling slate of films with enduring value, global appeal, and the potential to become the next generation of iconic entertainment.

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Something’s In There

The Film

Written and Directed by Joel Harber

Starring James Franco, Elsie Hewitt, Raoul Max Trujillo, Peter Gold

If you liked OBSESSION or BACKROOMS, you’ll love our film: SOMETHING’S IN THERE. Psychologically edgy horror at its best.

Featuring an incredible cast including James Franco, Elsie Hewitt, Raoul Max Trujillo, and Peter Gold.

Aspiring filmmaker Billy Hobbs thinks working nights at a sprawling film studio is the perfect job: deserted soundstages, quiet corridors, and time to dream about the horror movies he wants to make. But after dark, unexplained sounds begin to disturb the silence—and the studio becomes a far more unsettling place.

Written and directed by Joel Harber, SOMETHING’S IN THERE turns a filmmaker’s dream setting into the last place you’d want to spend the night.

Paper Flowers

Award Winning

5 Festival Awards

Best of Fest, Top FilmsPalm Springs International Film Festival
Winner, Indie Spirit AwardSedona International Film Festival
Winner, Social Impact & VisionOjai Film Festival
Winner, Audience Award, Best Narrative Feature FilmSLO Film Fest (San Luis Obispo International Film Festival)
Official SelectionNewport Beach Film Fest

“Delicate and enduring.”Pop-Culturalist

“Transformative”David Lynch, Filmmaker

The Film

Directed by Mahesh Pailoor

Produced by Asit Vyas

Five Festival Awards. One Extraordinary True Story.

Catalytic Films is proud to present PAPER FLOWERS, the acclaimed feature directed by Mahesh Pailoor and produced by Asit Vyas, as part of our AFM 2026 international sales lineup. North American rights are with Angel Studios.

Inspired by the remarkable true story of Shalin Shah, PAPER FLOWERS follows a young man whose life-changing cancer diagnosis leads him on an extraordinary journey of love, gratitude and discovery — reminding us that every moment matters.

STARRING: Kapil Talwalkar, Olivia Liang, Karan Soni, Faran Tahir, Meera Simhan and Tom Everett Scott.

We Are Never Alone

Award Winning

Festival Honors & Selections

Gold AwardInternational Gold Awards
Gold AwardNew York Movie Awards
WinnerBest Feature Film
Gold AwardMilan Gold Awards
Official SelectionHudson City Film Festival2025
Official SelectionFlorence Film AwardsFirenze FilmCorti
Official SelectionLondon

The Film

A Film by Michel Pascal

Produced by Stephen Powers

How to rebuild our life after everything falls apart? An award-winning feature by director Michel Pascal, produced by Stephen Powers — starring Michael Beckwith, Gabriella Wright, and Temple Hayes.