Omar J. Pineda, an independent filmmaker based in Los Angeles, California, embarked on a career in photography before transitioning to filmmaking in 2010. He sought to delve deeper into the stories of the individuals he encountered on the other side of his camera.
His inaugural film, Dead Meat Walking - A Zombie Walk Documentary, released in 2014, chronicles the lives of individuals who temporarily abandoned their mortal coils to participate in zombie walks across the globe.
Subsequently, Pineda shifted his focus from the undead to more uplifting subjects. His upcoming projects revolve around the comeback stories of two accomplished artists who share their experiences and insights on their lives and careers following periods of adversity.
Mr. Flute tells the captivating tale of jazz and salsa flute virtuoso Art Webb, detailing the highs and lows of his illustrious career.
In Fashion. Forward. The Eduardo Lucero Story, Pineda explores how near-death experiences stemming from an accident and an illness prompted Mexican-American fashion designer Eduardo Lucero to redesign his life and career.
