Joshua Armell

Education

In May of 2026 I graduated from SUNY Purchase College with a BA in Playwriting & Screenwriting, as well as two minors in Sociology & Film Production.
Over the course of my time here I was mentored on my assorted projects by varying filmmakers and writers with professional experience.
These include:
- James Spione, Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker (Silenced, Incident in New Baghdad, Garden)
- Beau Thorne, Screenwriter (Max Payne)
- Sara Cooper, Playwright, Novelist, & Lyricist (Elevator Heart, HoT, RAVENOUS)I have also had the opportunity to gain insight from faculty-hosted discussions with additional professional filmmakers and writers.
These include:
- Andrew Buckland, Oscar-Winning Editor (Ford v Ferrari, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, A Complete Unknown)
- Jon Glaser, Emmy-Winning Actor & Writer (Inside Amy Schumer, Parks and Recreation)
- Mike Jacobi, Sound Editor & Assistant Film Editor (Apocalypse Now, After Hours, The Game)

--Completed Scripts--

• - Rot - Original Feature

Genres: Horror, Drama, Suspense, Gore

CW: Language, Frightening Images, Violence, Gore, & Abuse

In an attempt to mend their strained relationship, a real estate agent brings her daughter along to a far away job, unaware of the sinister secrets, deadly infections, and unexpected residents that await them there.
Senior Project for SUNY Purchase College

• - Chameleon - Original Play

Genres: Drama, Romance, Suspense, Dystopian, Queer

CW: Language, Homophobia & Violence

It’s the not-too-distant future and queerness of any kind has been outlawed across the country. Daniel’s old friend has just been released from prison after 10 years. Old secrets come to light. Ideologies are challenged. No one’s life will be the same.

• - Sole - Original Feature

Genres: Coming of Age, Drama, Romance

CW: Language

Travis is a run down young man spending the summer before his freshman year of college working at a small shoe store called "Super Sole." Consumed by a fearful obsession with making his mark on the world, he's grown apathetic to the lives of those around him - until he grows closer with his coworkers. Torn between his prospective career and human connection, Travis has until the end of the summer - or the end of his job - to choose.

• - Drown - Adapted Short

Genres: Drama, Queer

CW: Language & Homophobia

When a childhood friend returns to his hometown, Yunior, now an adult, begins to revisit his past and the events that led him to his current state.

• - David - Original Short

Genre: Drama, Queer

David's relationship with his two friends is challenged when he suspects they are dating, further complicated by an intimate past with one of them.

• - Spotless - Original Short

Genre: Drama

A young woman struggles to keep up appearances when her domineering mother visits her apartment one day.

• - You Could Have It All - Original Short

Genre: Drama

Travis, a reclusive college student, finds himself at a crossroads when he has to choose between finishing an assignment on time or connecting with his fellow students - further complicated by familial intervention.

• - The Bunny - Original Short Play

Genre: Drama

CW: Language

Three moments in time, connected by a stuffed bunny and what it represents to it's owner as she grows up.

• - Internal/External - Original Short Play

Genres: Romance, Comedy

Mike struggles to confess his feelings to his crush in a battle with the manifestation of his inner thoughts.

• - Drops - Original Short Play

Genres: Romance, Comedy, Queer

Drops is a short play about the bravery that comes with asking someone out, the self-doubt preceding it, and the barriers we manifest for ourselves. When Penny finally decides to take action and ask out her long-time crush Aurora, she’ll do whatever it takes to make a good impression - anything except be herself.

--Produced Works--

• - Portia - Original Short

Genres: Horror, Suspense, Drama

CW: Language, Assault & Gore

Late one night, a mysterious young woman's casual conversation with a stranger spirals into a confrontation that threatens both their facades and lives.
Adaptation Directed by Joshua Armell.
Releasing in 2026.

• - Bound - Original Short

Genre: Drama

CW: Language

A married couple's dinner spirals into a conflict that threatens their future together.
Adaptation Directed by Joshua Armell.
Released in 2026.

• - The Roommate - Original Short

Genre: Comedy

CW: Gore

A young man prepares for his date to arrive, while his unconventional roommate becomes a persistent obstacle.
Adaptation Directed by Luke Mitchell.
Released in 2025.

• - INK - Original Short

Genre: Horror

CW: Violence & Gore

Grieving the loss of her mother and sister, Rose attempts to make contact through a mysterious medium.
Adaptation Directed by Abby O’Dell.
Released in 2025.

• - Till Death Does It's Part - Adapted Play

Genres: Drama, Comedy

CW: Language

It’s 2008 in Ohio. It’s Grammy’s (last) birthday dinner. The prodigal daughter returns. Family secrets arise. Chaos ensues.
Adaptation of the Stageplay by Tess Abraham. Performance Directed by Matthew Aponte.
Premiered in 2023 and performed for an audience four times.

"Free Speech Zone"
Coming Soon

FEATURED WORKS

--Screenwriter/Playwrite--

--Director--

--Producer--

--Actor--

--Director of Photography/Cinematographer--

--Editor--

--Sound Recordist--

--Prop Designer--

--Lighting Designer--

--Production Assistant--

--Animator--

--Miscellaneous--

2022-25 - Dean’s List
Fall 22’, Spring 23’, Fall 23’, Spring 24’, Fall 24’, & Spring 25’

6/24 - Served as judge for Bricks in Motion’s BRAWL Animation Contest

• Link to Announcement