Our Recent Posts

In filmmaking, there are moments when everything aligns—image, sound, emotion—and the audience is no longer watching a story, but feeling it. That space, where technical precision meets artistic intuition, is the foundation of Butterfly Temples Studio . The name itself is not about a physical location. It’s a metaphor. A butterfly represents delicate yet powerful transformation. A temple represents intention. Together, they define a creative process rooted in deliberate, det

Every once in a while the world reminds you that the people you once shared late nights with—cheap beer, loud music, and endless conversation—were quietly becoming something extraordinary. When I heard that Mr Nobody Against Putin had just won the Best Documentary Feature Oscar , it hit me in a way that only old memories can. The film, directed by David Borenstein and Russian teacher Pavel Talankin , tells the story of a schoolteacher who secretly documented how propaganda

Watching a film at home can offer a different kind of connection than seeing it in a theater. Last night, I had the chance to watch Stalker Jane again in my living room TV, and it reminded me how much this film represents the heart of Cleveland. This project is more than just a movie; it’s a story about a community coming together, stepping up, and making something meaningful happen. The spirit of collaboration and dedication behind Stalker Jane reflects the strength and cr

When I first stepped into the world of Butterfly Temples, I had just given a TEDx talk called, Overcoming the Obstacle Illusion. My life momentum at the time was a pioneering spirit. I packed up everything I owned and moved to communist China; I wanted to see the core of humanity. I had at this point already travelled to Guatemala, Germany and Zimbabwe. My mind was driven by political narratives andd understanding the human syche. Seeing the world was an adventure in and of i

When I first stepped into the world of Butterfly Temples in Toronto, I was struck not just by the visual beauty but by the intricate soundscapes that enveloped the space. These soundscapes are more than background noise; they are carefully crafted auditory experiences that elevate the atmosphere and invite deeper immersion. For filmmakers and content creators, understanding and harnessing such sound environments can transform a project from ordinary to extraordinary. The Art

The trailer for Stalker Jane — the thrilling new film written and directed by Roger Glenn Hill — just dropped, and we couldn’t be more proud to share our role in bringing it to life. At Butterfly Temples Studio , we were entrusted with the full post-production audio, including sound design and the film score composed by Daniel Hegedus and Joshua Love . 📽️ Watch & Share the Stalker Jane trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtrhmBCcwA0 A Story of Obsession, Ambi

Capitol Theatre - Cleveland "[T]his is not only the best indie film I have seen thus far come out of Cleveland, but it’s also one of the...

In the world of filmmaking, sound is often the unsung hero—or the villain if it's done poorly. A visually stunning film can still fall...

Sound Design, Saturation, and the Sonic Psychology Behind Meat the Movie MEAT (Upcoming Queer Slasher by Roger Conners) As film scoring...

June 12, 2025 , the curtain rises at Cleveland’s historic Capitol Theatre for the long-awaited premiere of Roger Conner's MEAT: The...