Our mission
Origin Film Productions LLC is an international film and television production company with bases in Los Angeles and Berlin/Cologne. We specialize in service production for international broadcasters, streamers, and production companies working in the U.S., as well as the development and production of our own narrative and documentary projects.
Lea Mende
CEO / Producer
With dual citizenship and strong ties to both European and American film markets, Lea bridges continents, offering a global perspective and access to international funding opportunities.
Lea holds a degree in Acting and brings over a decade of experience in front of the camera. Since transitioning to production and cinematography five years ago, she has established herself as a versatile filmmaker, blending creativity with technical expertise. Her portfolio spans collaborations with broadcasters like ZDF, ProSieben, and RTL, documentary work for Galileo/National Geographic and ARTE, as well as scripted television and narrative film projects.
As both an artist and producer, Lea’s vision ensures Origin Film Productions delivers exceptional, multifaceted films with integrity and depth.
Pasquale Roedel
Head of Non-Fiction / Live
Pasquale Roedel is highly experienced in multi-camera live productions, with a strong track record across Europe’s leading entertainment formats. He has contributed to a wide range of global franchises such as Idol, The Voice, The Masked Singer, Germany’s Dancing with the Stars, and Ninja Warrior, as well as major live premieres for Porsche, Audi, and BMW.
In Germany’s production landscape, Pasquale’s role combines creative and technical direction with broader production leadership. He routinely oversees budgeting, staffing, technical planning, and overall live execution — responsibilities that in the U.S. system are typically divided between director, producer, and DP roles. This hands-on, cross-disciplinary approach gives him a holistic understanding of live and unscripted production workflows.
As Head of Non-Fiction & Live at Origin Film Productions, Pasquale leads all unscripted, factual, and live-format projects, strengthening Origin Film’s capabilities for international broadcasters and global brands producing in the United States.