Julie and Marilena began collaborating to develop student-centered filmmaking in 2016, after they met serendipitously in a workshop for school-based occupational therapists. After they “produced” their very first student films using their backgrounds in film and theater, they knew their novel idea could inspire many more therapists and students alike. They developed in-service presentations, provided professional workshops for colleagues, and partnered with film-based non-profit agencies and cinemas to expand filmmaking in school-based occupational therapy services. In 2019, student films were debuted at an event they held, dubbed “The Film Festival from Mars” (because it was out of this world!) at Lincoln Center. Movies made by students with disabilities were showcased on the big screen in front of an audience of their peers and supporters. Students felt immense pride and gratification. Julie and Marilena are now sharing with others who work with students with special needs the numerous ways filmmaking can serve as a therapeutic tool that fosters creativity, social engagement, and self-determination.