Autumn Federici spoke with #Powerjournalist Markos Papadatos at the 2026 ALZA Film Festival in New York City.
On being at the 2026 ALZA Festival, she exclaimed, “It is amazing! I never thought in a million years that we would do doing a vertical film festival in New York, and it is incredible.”
“The energy here is through the roof and I am very blessed to be here,” she noted.
She was a part of “Reunion Island” as a producer. She serves as co-founder of Microhouse Films along with actor Taye Diggs.
Federici was joined with Troy Brookins (Producer and Co-Founder, Microhouse Films), Gary Entin (Director), Samantha Trumbo (Cast), Tabiyus Nah (Cast), and Eric Guilmette (Cast).
Eric Guilmette
On working with Eric Guilmette, she jokingly laughed, “Eric is a psycho in the best way possible.” “Every time I think I am overworked and doing too many things, I talk to Eric and then I’m like, ‘Okay, I can add five more things to do To Do list.’ Eric has been fantastic. I can’t say enough great things about him. He has been so instrumental in helping with these movies.”
Jake Helgren
She also had kind words about filmmaker Jake Helgren. “Jake is doing great. He is directing and he just had a thriller come out on Lifetime. I am so happy for him,” she said.
Meredith Thomas and Jesse Kove
Federici also complimented actors Meredith Thomas and Jesse Kove. “I love them both. Meredith Thomas and Jesse Kove are so talented and they are wonderful people,” she said.
Success
Regarding his definition of the word success, Federici said, “Success means being surrounded by amazing people and doing what you love!”
Closing thoughts on the ALZA Festival
For fans and aspiring creators, Federici said, “I hope this festival inspires people to create more. I hope it inspires people to get out there. Our platform Microhouse Films wants filmmakers and creators. So, come join the party!”
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