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Velvet Arc Pictures centers a breath of unique stories. It was founded to produce enduring, character-driven cinema, where we make films people rewatch, not just watch once.

Haines Code

"Haines Code" (IMDB) is an original screenplay, U.S. copyrighted & filed with the Writers Guild of America. Budget has been developed and currently pitching to production companies, select investors, and talent.


Director: Paul Baker

Writers: Paul Baker, Ellis Stump, Neeta Thadani (1st-time feature writers!)

Producers: Paul Baker, Joe Yardley, Danielle Grotsky 

DP: Nathan Haugaard

Audience: Prestige drama, LGBTQ+, awards circuit

Targets: Sundance, TIFF, Telluride

Awards: Screenplay in 4 festivals (Cinequest, Manchester, etc.)

Status: Seeking Financing Partners

Budget: $3,000,000

Our Team

Paul Baker dressed in 1927 clothes

Paul Baker

Danielle Grotsky

Joe Yardley

Paul Baker is an Emmy winning editor and writer/director of 7 short films who leads creative and video services for Fortune 500 brands. He brings a filmmaker's eye and an editor's discipline to commercial work, strong visual storytelling, a range of tones and techniques, while staying accountable to the metrics that matter to clients.

Joe Yardley

Danielle Grotsky

Joe Yardley

Our team consists of experienced professionals who are passionate about their craft. From our videographers to our editors, we work together to create beautiful and engaging content that tells a story.

Danielle Grotsky

Danielle Grotsky

Danielle Grotsky

At Velvet Arc Pictures, we believe that every project is unique and deserves a customized approach. We work closely with our clients from concept to delivery to ensure that their vision is brought to life.

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