Filmmakers
Steven Chase
Director
Steven Chase is an actor, director, producer, and writer working across film and television with experience on both sides of the camera. He brings a sharp creative vision and a deep commitment to character-driven storytelling. As a performer, Chase is known for grounded authentic portrayals that balance emotional depth with nuance. Behind the scenes his work as a director and writer focuses on compelling narratives, strong visual language, and honest human moments. As a producer he emphasizes collaboration, guiding projects from development through completion. Known
for starring, directing and producing, he also wrote the screenplay for theromantic comedy “Stan the Man”.
Joe Mexican
Director of Photography
Joe Mexican is a Louisiana-based cinematographer with over 20 years of experience in independent film production. On Shattered Justice, Joe served as an actor, writer, and director of photography, overseeing the visual language of the film while helping guide the project from development through post-production. As a cinematographer, Joe brings a cinematic, story-driven approach to his work, favoring naturalistic lighting, motivated camera movement, and performances grounded in realism. Joe has
collaborated with both emerging and established talent, including John Schneider, Tom Sizemore, and Olivia Brown, and is known for fostering efficient, actor-friendly sets. His work reflects a commitment to strong visual storytelling, independent filmmaking, and character-focused narratives.
Erik Zibilich
Executive Producer
Erik Zibilich is an executive producer and successful entrepreneur, serving as CEO of multiple companies in the United States and abroad. His professional background spans the maritime industry, import and export operations, and book publishing. Shattered Justice marks Erik’s first foray into feature film production. His interest in the action and crime genre drew him to the project, which is set in his hometown of New Orleans. Bringing a strong foundation in leadership and strategic collaboration, Erik is dedicated to supporting filmmakers and overseeing projects from concept to completion. He approaches production with an emphasis on organization, creative integrity, and clear communication, with the goal of delivering films that are both artistically compelling and commercially viabe.
