STORYTELLING;
Great stories have a beginning, that never stops beginning! Steven Spielberg
STORYTELLING;
Great stories have a beginning, that never stops beginning! Steven Spielberg
ABOUT JOE
JOSEPH ARIOLA
Joe is a creative writer, producer, director, and editor known for his immersive storytelling style. He crafts experiences that go beyond the page, shaping characters with depth, authenticity, and emotional resonance. Whether directing a fast-paced thriller or intimate drama, Joe ensures his stories are not just heard but deeply felt, blending visuals and narrative for lasting impact.
His career spans short and feature films, TV shows, commercials, and music videos. A former first responder during 9/11, Joe is also the founder of Ariola Productions. His writer/director/producing & editing credits include Coalition (starring Frank Vincent, Michael Wright, Chuck Zito & Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan). Knock Knock (distributed by Lionsgate), the award-winning short film Something to Give and he is currently producing, Dancing Out of The Dark: The George Velasquez Story.
Alongside his best friend Anais Almonte, Joe co-founded 2GUNS Productions. Their featured film thriller Delusional is currently streaming on major platforms. They have multiple short films doing the festival circuit, and are in development on Alex 2GUNS, a groundbreaking Latina superhero TV series.
DANCING OUT OF THE DARK
The George Velazquez story
Courage, Style and Love best describes George Velazquez. He has the courage to live life head on, the style to make everyone take notice and the love for people and dance. George brings you on his journey every time he takes the dance floor!
In 1994 George was run down in an alleyway causing him to lose the lower part of his left leg. That accident would change his life forever leading to him, "Dancing out of the Dark".