ONE MORE CUP
Electronic Press Kit
ON THIS PAGE: Technical Details | Festivals and Awards | Logline & Synopsis | Downloadable Assets | Bios
One More Cup is an award-winning short film by writer-director Max Wagenblass. A magical realist journey exploring childhood perspective, problem-solving, and discovery, the story follows toddler Leona as she prepares for her very first tea party with her stuffed animals. However, her plans are interrupted by an unexplainable phenomenon that turns into a worldwide spectacle. This indie short film has been recognized for its unique storytelling and performances.
Technical Details
Run Time: 4:52
Genre: Live Action, Family
Country of Origin: USA
Language: English
Premiere: 2026
Festivals and Awards
Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF)
Providence Children’s Film Festival (PCFF)—Winner: Audience Choice for Best Short Live Action Film
Cast and Crew
Leona — Leona Wagenblass
News Anchor, Social Media Influencer – Akisha Archer
Mother, Reporter – Andrea Di Cocco
Press Secretary, Radio Pundit –
Max Wagenblass
Producer – Andrea Di Cocco
Writer, Director — Max Wagenblass
Sound Design – Brian Misiewicz
Director of Photography – Max Wagenblass
Music – Philip Guyler ("Curious Facts"), Steve Slides & Kiley Norton ("Eventide")
Editing, VFX – Max Wagenblass
Illustrations – Christine Wagenblass
Logline & Synopsis
As toddler Leona is about to host her very first tea party with her stuffed animals, it unexplainably turns into a worldwide spectacle—but all she really wants is to share tea with her friends. (32 words)
Just as toddler Leona is about to host her very first tea party with her stuffed animals, it unexplainably turns into a global spectacle. As the world reacts, Leona tries to make sense of what happened. When she finally gets to sit down for tea with her friends, everything falls back into perspective. (54 words)
Downloadable Assets
Production Stills
Behind-the-Scenes
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Bios
Max Wagenblass
Writer, Director, Editor
Max Wagenblass is a Massachusetts-based filmmaker and the founder of Glass Ink Media. Since 2008, he has produced diverse works across commercial and non-profit sectors. His latest film, One More Cup, is a unique collaboration with his daughter, Leona, filmed when she was 18 months old. Max's work blends realism and fantasy to explore perspective, discovery, and the wonder found in everyday life.
Andrea Di Cocco
Producer
Andrea Di Cocco is a creative storyteller and brand strategist with a career spanning commercial production, independent film, and integrated marketing. As the resident producer at Glass Ink Media since 2015, Andrea has served as the primary creative partner to filmmaker Max Wagenblass for two decades. Bringing her expertise in brand development and organizational leadership to the forefront, she ensures every project finds its voice and its audience. One More Cup is their latest collaboration, inspired by their daughter, Leona.
Leona Wagenblass
Actor
Leona Wagenblass makes her professional debut in the award-winning short film One More Cup. At just 18 months old, she brought natural curiosity and playfulness to the set, even assisting her father—director Max Wagenblass—with camera setups. Her favorite part of the production was the onset perks: she officially adopted her co-stars (a collection of stuffed animals) and parlayed her rehearsals into a series of real-life tea parties. When she isn't hosting afternoon tea or stealing scenes, Leona enjoys drawing, painting, dancing, making soups, telling stories, and—of course—playing pretend.