for immediate release

13 June 2020 - Congratulations to cast and crew. The film "The Pleasure of Being Served" has been selected by venue #19! Thanks to Lift Off/ Pinewood Studios, UK. Details coming soon!

world refugee day video introduction

Thank you World Refugee Day, Welcome Home and the Golden Door International Film Festival for screening my short "The Pleasure of Being Served" as part of your online film festival Saturday 20 June 2020.

05 June 2020 - MM interviewed about his work and his life as a filmmaker by a Philippine TV Channel 
GanapTV Online - Exclusive interview with Mr. Michael Manese the director of Award-Winning short film "The Pleasure of being served"