Meet the Team
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Elisa Gruber
DIRECTOR
Elisa is a director with roots in the vibrant creative landscape of Parsons School of Design in New York. Drawing from her background in Architecture, her films are marked by a distinct spatial sensitivity and a sculptural approach to storytelling. Her previous short, Angel in the House, received recognition across several New York film festivals for its quiet emotional power and visual rigor. With Common Ground, Elisa continues to explore the fragile intersections of identity, space, and memory through a lens that is both intimate and architectural. -
Ladytrap Productions
PRODUCERS
Founded by Roya Alidjani and Tiana Cantu, Ladytrap Productions is a production company dedicated to contemporary, audacious storytelling that resonates with the unheard and the underserved. Their mission is to amplify the voices that often go unnoticed. They champion writers, directors, and filmmakers who dare to defy conventions, showcasing their unique visions and boundless creativity. Their short films have screened at prestigious film festivals such as Tribeca Film Festival, Woodstock Film Festival, Frameline Film Festival, and more.
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Eleanor Parks
CINEMATOGRAPHER
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Brian Dunn
SET DESIGNER