Morgana Studios, ReachStar and ReDefine Originals partner on the Animated Baseball Feature “Diamante”

Morgana Studios, ReachStar, and ReDefine Originals – a DNEG Company, announced they are partnering on the animated feature Diamante. The film will be directed by Mathieu Ratthé with the screenplay written by Ratthé and Leticia Tonos Paniagua from an original idea by Claudio Lluberes. Animation will be handled by ReDefine Originals which is part of DNEG, the world-leading visual entertainment services company which has been honoured with seven Oscars, seven BAFTAs and numerous other awards in recent years. The producers are currently casting.

Set in the lush culturally-rich Caribbean Island of the Dominican Republic, Diamante follows young Luisito’s dream of becoming a pro baseball player. He is crushed by his fear of people until he discovers a mysterious power, leading him on a journey alongside an unlikely companion, to learn the true value of friendship, family, and resilience.

Supported by Marianna Vargas Gurilieva, Film Commissioner of the Dominican Republic Film Commission (DGCINE), and Héctor M. Valdez, Diamante aims to highlight this cultural richness, sharing Dominican culture, folklore, and landscapes with a wider audience, fostering enduring international appreciation for the “Republic of Baseball,” said Daysi Cruz, of Morgana Studios. “For many families, baseball offers a promising path to international opportunities and aspirations for a better quality of life, serving as a pillar of Dominican identity and is proud to be known as a major exporter of talent to the MLB”, added Morgana’s Claudio Lluberes.

“At ReachStar, we are committed to telling stories that resonate with audiences worldwide, and ‘Diamante’ truly showcases this dedication,” said Steven Thibault of ReachStar Entertainment. “Through its powerful portrayal of friendship, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams, this film will touch the hearts and souls of viewers around the globe,” added Mathieu Ratthé.

Producing are Mathieu Ratthé, Caroline Desmarais, Steven Thibault for Reachstar, Miguel Cabañas, Verónica Buide, Claudio Lluberes, Daysi Cruz for Morgana Studios. Executive Producing for ReDefine Originals are Greg Gavanski, John Harvey, and Daniel Krech.