MARGARITA LITCHFIELD
AIDYN KNEDGEN
DIRECTOR & STORY BY
Margarita Litchfield is a filmmaker from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Growing up in the Theatre Arts, she found a love for creating complex stories & being able to pull an audience to another world. With a consistent interest in photography, film became a home between the medium and Theatre.
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Margarita was raised on horror movies and the concept of overcoming fear. Today, she continues to grow her love for horror with her directorial debut, "Chiroptera". With the help of Aidyn's writing, the duo brought the horror to Chicago. After months of work, funding. and enlisting a dedicated crew, "Chiroptera" has come to life.
JOSH ZULLO
PRODUCER
Josh is a filmmaker, author and, producer with the goal the help in the creation of film that help move people. Whether by writing stories that captivate or move the audience or producing said stories in collaboration with other talented creators, Josh is dedicated in his pursuit in creating these stories in a passionate and timely matter.
Based in Chicago, Illinois his drive for the creative process is always present as Josh aims to tell my stories and yours. Whether it’s a short film, wedding, music video, commercial or personal photoshoot, he’s eager to work with you and apply my skills. As a producer, Josh brings a personal approach to storytelling, with an eye for capturing the essence of your story through visuals and collaboration. He’s strive to draw people with unique visuals and impactful stories.​
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CO-DIRECTOR & SCREENPLAY BY
Aidyn has always had a passion for drama/ horror. Having grown up in a small rural town on super dramatic films, Aidyn has developed a keen eye for films like "Chiroptera". When Margarita asked him to write this film, he was automatically hooked on the premise of the story.
Aidyn has always had a passion for filmmaking, even in high school when he directed a film with his friends at a sleepover without even realizing that this is what he wanted to do. And now, having written multiple horror shorts, he is ecstatic to have worked with Margarita and the team to bring this project to life!
PAIGE DESIMONE
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Paige is a cinematographer dedicated to crafting visually compelling narratives through the art of light, composition, and movement. Growing up, she was captivated by films that challenged perspectives and explored the human condition, shaping her distinct approach to storytelling.
Now based in Chicago, she has worked on a range of projects, from intimate character-driven shorts to observational documentaries, always striving to balance realism with striking visual aesthetics. Every frame is approached with intention, using lighting, color, and texture to deepen the narrative and create an immersive visual experience. Through collaborations on various productions, Paige continues to push creative boundaries, always seeking new ways to refine her visual language and bring stories to life through powerful, intentional imagery.