Meet the Creative Minds Behind Mount Carmel Studios
Explore the skilled professionals who bring our studio’s visions to life with passion and expertise.

Joshua Mauro
Writer & Director
At just 17 years old, Joshua Mauro co-wrote and co-directed A Great Day, a short film that won Best Student Short Film at the 2025 Indie New York Film Festival and earned him a Best Director nomination. His storytelling blends emotional depth with spiritual insight, capturing hearts and sparking reflection. Joshua is currently writing The Silent Song, a short film about Florida’s first martyr, Fr. Luis Cancer, and is scheduled to direct the project in 2026. His work reflects a bold commitment to using film as a tool for faith, beauty, and truth.

Luke Mauro
Co-Writer, Co-Director, & Visual Effects Lead
At 19 years old, Luke Mauro co-wrote and co-directed A Great Day, which won Best Student Short Film at the 2025 Indie New York Film Festival and earned multiple nominations for direction and storytelling. With over eight years of experience in special effects, Luke brings a rare blend of cinematic artistry and technical precision to every project.
Luke’s ability to merge digital innovation with spiritual themes makes him a driving force behind The Silent Song, where he will lead the film’s visual effects and co-direct key sequences. His work reflects a deep desire to make faith tangible through beauty, motion, and meaning.
(also basically the entire IT dept. for the company)

Richard Mauro
Executive Producer & Mentor
With over 30 years of experience in the film industry, Rich Mauro brings seasoned leadership and heartfelt vision to every project. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a degree in Film and Television, Rich is an award-winning director and writer whose work has earned recognition including a Student Academy Award nomination for Best Film.
As both father and mentor to Joshua and Luke, Rich guides the creative process with wisdom, technical expertise, and a deep commitment to storytelling that uplifts and inspires. His role in The Silent Song reflects a lifelong dedication to using film as a tool for faith, beauty, and transformation.