Welcome to iLumival Productions
Founded by award-winning filmmaker Lisetty Sandoval, iLumival Productions mission is to develop compelling films that resonate with audiences worldwide. Our focus is on telling stories that matter, stories that inspire change and touch hearts. Starting with its debut Award-winning feature film PENELOPE'S STORY.
Our Latest Release | Watch Now
Penelope's StoryA strong-willed teenage girl who is tormented through years of sexual slavery, gets the chance to escape her bondage, but the question remains could she escape the cycle of abuse?
About iLumival Productions
Dive into our world of cinematic excellence and socially impactful narratives. At iLumival Productions, we are dedicated to creating films and TV shows that leave a lasting impression. Our creative development process focuses on bringing meaningful stories to life, driving positive change through the art of storytelling.
In Development
Contact Us
HeadquatersOttawa, ON | Gatineau, QCTel: 1.647.226.1144
Lisetty Sandoval
Founder & Writer | Director
Lisetty Sandoval is an Ecuadorian-Canadian award-winning filmmaker committed to empowering others through powerful, purpose-driven storytelling.Her debut feature, Penelope’s Story, follows a resilient teenage girl overcoming the trauma of human trafficking through faith
and determination. The film was an official selection at five Canadian and International film festivals, earning two nominations and one award.It has secured global distribution through Amazon Prime Video and FAWSOME TV.
Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, she discovered her passion for filmmaking at age 15, creating stories inspired by songs and simple phrases. Determined to pursue her craft, she immigrated to Canada alone and studied Film and Television Production at Humber College and trained under industry veteran Thomas Dean Donnelly (Conan the Barbarian).Lisetty has directed and produced both narrative and documentary films, including The Fallen and El Blanco, and contributed to the community talk show Horizons at
Rogers TV in Toronto. She also holds a Business Management certification from the University of Toronto, which she uses to bridge her creative work with
entrepreneurial strategy.Lisetty’s work celebrates the triumph of the human spirit. She believes in using media to inspire transformation, motivate audiences,
and help people become the best version of themselves.
Our Catalog
Ever Changing Love
Feature Film
Genre: Drama | Family
Stage: In Development
Huellas | ThreadsA powerful docu-series spotlighting the real-life journeys of successful immigrants in Canada—revealing the determination behind their achievements, while offering a candid message to those planning to immigrate: the “North American dream” is possible, but far from easy. Huellas inspires and informs, bridging hope with hard truth.Genre: Drama | ComedyStage: In development
Bridge of MemoriesGenre: DramaStage: In development
Not from Here nor ThereGenre: DramaStage: In development
This is MeGenre: Drama | Musical
Stage: In development