Marie Alyse Rodriguez is an LA based Mexican-Cuban EP and Director who prioritizes community, innovation, intentionality, and equity in her work. She has produced award-winning feature films such as HAPPY TIMES directed by Michael Mayer, HOLLYWOOD FRINGE directed by Megan Huber and Wyatt McDill, and short films SUMMERWINTER SUMMER directed by Thy Tran and MADDIE, directed by Zane Rubin.. Her first two self-directed short films NAY NAY TOO BOMB and SEVEN were nominated for Best Film/Best Actor and took home Best Actor for the Easterseals Disability Challenge in 2021 and 2022.

Founded in 2020, her production company Intuition Films is on a mission to develop and produce socially conscious material for/with underrepresented voices while advocating for racial equity in the entertainment industry, LGBTQIA+, the disabled, and women. Rodriguez said what pushed her to start Intuition Films was the need for inclusive conscious film sets and the desire to collaborate with filmmakers that focus on amplifying voices from historically marginalized communities.

“With my skill set and experience, I knew that this company was an endeavor I could take on with full confidence and could be a safe place where we can continue to work with clients, develop original content, and uplift marginalized creators.” In their short tenure they’ve acquired clients such as Hulu, Vogue, Condé Nast Entertainment, and The Broad.

Rodriguez believes in investing in the future of indie filmmakers by facilitating growth opportunities via mentorship, training, and cost-free consultations to those who are experiencing accessibility challenges into the industry.

In addition to operating Intuition Films, Rodriguez lends her talent, time, and skillset to grassroots organizations whose focuses are on education, job training, and getting folks hired in the spirit of service and community. This work, she believes, does not only impact individuals, rather it can break cycles of oppression by creating outlets for opportunity. She is an ally for non-profit organization Justice for My Sister, a gender-inclusive and pro-immigrant rights organization that promotes healing, healthy relationships, and economic independence through the arts. She also advocates for ManifestWorks which she finds to be crucial in propelling progressive thinking and opportunity to those who have experienced homelessness, incarceration, or have been through the foster care system. Additional affiliations are Women In Film, Film Independent, and NALIP.