past projects

THE COOKBOOK

A Docu-Series Celebrating the Soul of Food and Community

The Cookbook is a soulful and visually rich docu-series that breathes new life into iconic cookbooks, uncovering the stories, people, and places behind each dish. Hosted by Emmy-winning food writer and former chef Kirk Leins, this MYZOMI co-production dives deep into culinary culture by spotlighting the community, artistry, and activism often hidden behind recipes.

From organic farmers and mussel purveyors to award-winning chefs like Alice Waters, Marcus Samuelsson, and José Andrés, The Cookbook serves as a cultural and gastronomical journey. Each episode is a celebration of heritage, innovation, and the human connection that food creates.

Produced by:
Kirk Leins, Alex Martinez, Sundee Manusakis
WGA Registered #2065225

THE MENTOR

A feature film documentary shot on film about the magic of cinema. 

Joe Rinaudo has spent a lifetime in the glow of the projector’s beam—from his beginnings as a child projectionist in 1950s Kodachrome-soaked Southern California to his present role as Professor Rinaudo: preservationist, historian, and mentor. The Mentor, a feature documentary shot on film and directed by Alex Z. Martinez, explores Joe’s enduring impact on film preservation and exhibition, and his passionate mission to pass the magic of silent cinema to a new generation.

PUENTE Lab

Mental Health Meets Media—Bridging Communities Through Language and Storytelling

PUENTE Lab is a California State University of Northridge initiative led by Psychology Professor, Dr. Jonathan Martinez, and designed to address the critical mental health gaps within bilingual and immigrant communities. Produced in partnership with the National Institute of Health, the multi-media project blends documentary and narrative video, podcasts, and other visual formats to increase access, understanding, and visibility around mental health care. 

MYZOMI’s Role:
Alex Martinez and Sundee Manusakis led production on a series of branded content, blending MYZOMI’s cinematic touch with public health goals to build a media platform with impact.

Watch on YouTube: PuenteLab Channel