Corporate Structure

The Orzel Enterprise

Orzel Entertainment serves as the dedicated worldwide sales and distribution division for original film and television content produced exclusively by Orzel Films and Orzel Productions.

Orzel Films develops and produces original feature films and short films, emphasizing distinctive cinematic storytelling, narrative integrity, and high production values for international theatrical and film festival audiences.

Orzel Productions develops and produces original television series and television movies for worldwide broadcast, streaming, and digital platform distribution.

Together, these production companies create an exclusive portfolio of Orzel-owned intellectual property, represented and distributed internationally through Orzel Entertainment. The distribution division oversees global market representation, international licensing, theatrical distribution, broadcast sales, and streaming platform opportunities, bringing original Orzel productions to audiences worldwide.

Founder & Company Vision

Orzel Entertainment is an independent worldwide sales and distribution company founded by Tom Michaels, an award-winning filmmaker, writer, director, actor, and graduate of the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts.

With a background spanning acting, screenwriting, directing, and film production, Michaels has established himself as a distinctive voice in independent cinema. His internationally recognized films, including Older Self and Come the Nightfall, reflect his dedication to original storytelling, cinematic craftsmanship, and traditional filmmaking techniques.

As the founder of Orzel Films and Orzel Productions, Michaels established Orzel Entertainment to take creative ownership beyond production, building a dedicated platform for the international sales, licensing, and distribution of his companies' original motion pictures and television productions.

His vision is to connect independently produced, filmmaker-driven entertainment with audiences around the world while preserving the creative integrity behind every production.