Biography

At the age of 11, Takoda won honorable mention in Halo's Mega Blocks stop motion contest. With over 1500 still clips, Takoda created the clever and amusing, "Operation Pink Pony." From there he went on to win multiple awards in Production Crate's 10 Second Contest for his shorts, "Wish Gone Wrong," "The Wiper," "Never Bring a Knife To A Gunfight," and "Time Travel Teleportation."

Takoda founded Mafia Pasta Films as a launching pad for his short film, "The LastCigar On Earth," as well as feature concepts, "Selfie," in production and "Fear The Flies," a post-apocalyptic thriller (announced.)

In 2016 Takoda was the Unit Director of Photography for the documentary, Take Your Dream which was filmed entirely on location in Australia and won numerous awards world wide to include Best Documentary, Best Inspirational Film and Best Editing.

Forbes Global News called Takoda's 2021 music video "Lettre de SIMA" which he directed for composer, Ahmed Salah Morsli a "World Class Music Video."
- IMDb mini biography by: E W Helmick

While filming on Lake Alexandrina in South Australia, the crews boat drifted dangerously off course in high winds and waves. Takoda was responsible for saving the lives of four team members and getting them safely back to shore.

We've become a society that defines people by their skill and level of schooling, when we should be focused on their heart and passion.