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Happy July 4th 2026 From Cholla Production

Short Film writer and Executive Producer Ernest Mariano comments on his film. that I was Director of Production and Editor.
“Santa Versus The Cartel: A Native’s Christmas Story.” This is a sequel from the short film ,” A Native’s Story.” A holiday film if you will. “Tonka” a down and out homeless Native American veteran puts on a Santa suit and the trouble begins. He runs afoul of,” La Patrona” a ruthless woman who heads the local cartel and has her goons on the lookout for Tonka but it’s not just about him, there’s a personal beef and score that needs to be settled! Rosa Mesa Mariano is brilliant as the boss lady of this crime syndicate and her granddaughter, newcomer nine year old Angelina Flores, born into a crime familia whose only concern is Santa’s wellbeing! Every one did a great job in bringing this film to life and Bill Searle once again delivers on his keen sense of bringing Ernest J Mariano’s words to life, depicting a harrowing tale from the ruthless underworld rarely seen by your average Joe. Sit back and get ready to be shocked this holiday season.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

Just completed another film with Producer Director Ernest Mariano to be premiered at a film festival.

“ Heartfelt “ Till Death Do Us Part. Is a story about the devastating effects Multiple Sclerosis has on the afflicted and the families that love them. Sometimes we wrestle with our thoughts and emotions during these trying times. In this case, a kind and caring man, only doing his job delivering a hospital bed, is called upon by God himself to resist temptation and quell any regrets perpetrated by a distraught spouse. Gloria Jean Robertson brings her passion and expertise to this short film produced by,” Ernest J Mariano Presents” and Mr Mariano is so compelling as the,” delivery guy” with his compassion and burgeoning acting skills. Tom Smith as the husband, tortured by his affliction has the acting chops to be a convincing,” poor soul” watching his wife and a strapping healthy man play out their emotions right in front of him. Aaron DeVoll as the distraught son gives a powerful performance of angst and dispair over his father’s condition. Cholla Productions and the man behind the camera Bill Searle again brings a film to life and we all can appreciate his work and editing style. This film is a must see for the families and workers that deal with people afflicted with this horrible disease. 🎥🥺🎭 Rosa Mariano did all the behind the scenes duties. Script supervisor and wardrobe supervisor. I owe her everything to my success. 🎥✍️👗👩‍🦰

Just Submitted the short Film we just completed "Miss Wonderful: Not Really" into the Chandler International Film Festival!!