RICARDO RAMOS
EMMY NOMINATED TV PRODUCER & AWARD WINNING FILMMAKER
PROJECTS
THE EMPATHY PROJECT
After her young son is murdered, a grief-stricken woman seeks justice through an organization called The Empathy Project that forces criminals to experience the pain of their victims by subjecting them to life-like simulations as a form of punishment.
THE EMPATHY PROJECT TRAILER
DRIP
A Woman's daydreams turn into nightmares, as she is chased by an ominous blood-like substance that perverts everything in it's path. "Drip" explores the terrifying nature of depression and trauma, and how horrifying it can be when coping mechanisms fall apart.
Ricardo co-produced, shot & edited "Drip". Premiered at Academy Award qualifying LA Short Fest July 2023.
Shot on iPhone 13 Pro Max
FOREVER ALLIE
After the sudden loss of her girlfriend, a young woman discovers a gift that allows her to watch their love story unfold.
Ricardo directed, edited and produced Forever Allie. It went on to play at over 10 film festivals around the world, winning best LGBTQ at the LA Film Festival and Tagore International Film Festival. It was also awarded as short of the month for the Indie Short Fest.
Shot on iPhone 8+
CIAO, ISABELLA
A young woman enjoys her newfound freedom.
Ricardo shot Ciao Isabella while traveling in Italy in 2017. The beautiful city of Rome serves as a backdrop to this visual film. It was awarded the Best Drama Microfilm winner at the Austin Micro Film Festival in 2022.
Shot on iPhone 6+
FLASHING
A successful photographer choses work over family.
Ricardo's first short film back in 2013. Ricardo wrote the idea on a napkin at a bar in 2011. Along with his partner, he developed it until it became Flashing. It was accepted to various festivals and has over 8K views on Vimeo.
Shot on RED EPIC