Experience the Magic of The Boogie Movie!
Welcome to The Boogie Movie
The Boogie is an original Bronx-born story created by Macho Miranda, beginning as a novel and expanding into the feature film The Boogie Movie. Built from the energy, humor, pressure, danger, and culture of the streets, The Boogie is a story about survival, loyalty, ambition, consequences, and the choices people make when life gives them no easy way out.
At its heart, The Boogie is more than a book and more than a movie. It is an independent creative movement—one built to represent real voices, real neighborhoods, and the kind of characters audiences recognize because they feel alive. The world of The Boogie blends drama, comedy, tension, and street-level reality into a story that is entertaining, unpredictable, and deeply connected to the community that inspired it.
The novel gives readers the foundation of the story: the characters, conflicts, motivations, and emotional stakes behind the world of The Boogie. It invites audiences to step deeper into the lives of the people at the center of the story and experience the events that shaped them before they reach the screen.
The Boogie Movie brings that world to life as a feature film written, directed, produced, and executive produced by Macho Miranda, with Frankie J. Quinones and Angelo “Veelito” Melendez helping to executive produce and produce the project. Together, they helped bring an independent vision to the screen with a deep commitment to authentic, community-driven storytelling.
The film’s cast reflects the spirit and diversity of New York City itself. The Boogie Movie features a powerful mix of famous Latino and Black actors from NYC, well-known comedians, social media influencers, professional wrestlers, local leaders, people from the neighborhoods where the film was shot, and the friends and family who helped bring the story to life. This combination gives the film a raw, familiar, and authentic energy—because many of the faces on screen come directly from the culture and community that inspired the story.
Together, the novel and film represent a bold independent vision: to create original stories outside the traditional system, build meaningful intellectual property, and prove that powerful entertainment can come directly from the community. The Boogie is for the people who love raw storytelling, unforgettable characters, and stories that move with rhythm, grit, humor, and purpose.
This is only the beginning.
About Us
Macho Miranda
Angelo "Veelito" Melendez
Angelo "Veelito" Melendez
Director, Writer, Producer, Executive Producer
Macho Miranda is a writer, filmmaker, producer, entrepreneur, and cultural organizer whose work is rooted in storytelling, community, and the power of independent creative expression. With a passion for building original worlds and amplifying underrepresented voices, Macho creates projects th
Director, Writer, Producer, Executive Producer
Macho Miranda is a writer, filmmaker, producer, entrepreneur, and cultural organizer whose work is rooted in storytelling, community, and the power of independent creative expression. With a passion for building original worlds and amplifying underrepresented voices, Macho creates projects that blend imagination, purpose, and cultural impact.
He is the founder of the Concourse Art Foundation, an arts organization that produced the Concourse Film Festival, Concourse Comedy Festival, and Concourse Poetry Festival, creating platforms for filmmakers, performers, poets, writers, and storytellers to showcase their work and connect with audiences. Through the foundation, Macho helped build spaces where creativity, community, and opportunity could meet.
Macho is the author of The Boogie, the novel that inspired the feature film The Boogie Movie. He also served as the writer, director, producer, and executive producer of the film, bringing the story from page to screen with an independent vision and a deep commitment to authentic, community-driven storytelling.
He is also the co-creator of Element, an original comic book and novel series developed alongside his son, Jesiah. Through Element, Macho is helping introduce a new superhero universe rooted in the Bronx, family, identity, power, and legacy.
Macho’s work is driven by the belief that powerful stories can come from anywhere—and that the Bronx, its people, its culture, and its imagination deserve to be represented on a global stage. Whether through literature, film, comics, live events, or community-centered arts programming, he continues to build creative spaces and original intellectual property with purpose, heart, and long-term vision.
His mission is to tell stories that inspire, empower young creators, celebrate community, and prove that independent artists can shape the future of entertainment on their own terms.
Angelo "Veelito" Melendez
Angelo "Veelito" Melendez
Angelo "Veelito" Melendez
Executive Producer, Music Director, Producer, Line Producer
Angelo Melendez, also known as Veelito, is a passionate artist, author, and filmmaker whose life story inspires many. Growing up in challenging circumstances, Angelo faced adversity and made numerous mistakes, including involvement in criminal activities and substance abuse. His
Executive Producer, Music Director, Producer, Line Producer
Angelo Melendez, also known as Veelito, is a passionate artist, author, and filmmaker whose life story inspires many. Growing up in challenging circumstances, Angelo faced adversity and made numerous mistakes, including involvement in criminal activities and substance abuse. His early years were marked by turmoil, but everything changed through faith and perseverance.
After experiencing a profound encounter with God, Angelo’s life was forever transformed. Embracing Christianity, he now dedicates his talents to serving the Lord through music, film, and community outreach. He is a Christian rapper and producer, using his platform to spread God's truth and inspire others. Through Music & Books, including the acclaimed "A New Mind for Christ" volumes available on Amazon, reflects his journey of redemption and faith through poetry.
Angelo has also been deeply involved in sports ministry, co-owning the Bronx Holy Flames basketball team, which emphasizes prayer and positive values. Although the organization paused after running it by himself, he hopes to revive it to impact the youth positively. He is also a partner of V.S.G Valiant Sports Group, working with his friend Shavon Wright.
As an author, Angelo has written multiple books on faith and personal growth. He is also a dedicated filmmaker and content creator, partnering with industry professionals such as Luis Macho Miranda and Frankie J. Quiones on projects like "The Boogie Movie," "Mirari Comics," and "Element." His recent award-winning micro short film, "You Ain't God," exemplifies his commitment to storytelling that uplifts and inspires.
A multifaceted artist—songwriter, composer, author, and producer—Angelo Melendez remains rooted in his faith. He considers himself a servant of Jesus Christ, dedicated to sharing His message through every creative endeavor. Without God, he affirms, he is nothing.
Frankie J. Quinones
Angelo "Veelito" Melendez
Frankie J. Quinones
Executive Producer, Casting Director, Producer, Assistant Director
Frankie Junior Quinones was raised in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York City. Frankie Quinones has always been passionate about Acting, Art, and Adventures. For several years, Frankie Quinones has been serving his community by opening prayers during Special Events
Executive Producer, Casting Director, Producer, Assistant Director
Frankie Junior Quinones was raised in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York City. Frankie Quinones has always been passionate about Acting, Art, and Adventures. For several years, Frankie Quinones has been serving his community by opening prayers during Special Events and Live Shows. Frankie Quinones also prayed before filming during his time as a Film Producer and Casting Director for several projects. Frankie Quinones has been growing into a Man of God, building a strong relationship with God by loving God and loving people, no matter their religion. Frankie Quinones explains, “It’s not about a religion; it’s about building a personal relationship with God and allowing your relationship with the Holy Spirit to use you as a vessel to not only change your life, but also those around you.”
Frankie Quinones is an entrepreneur who owns a construction company, Best & Fast Renovation and Remodeling, and a film production company, Saved By His Grace. Frankie Quinones has now been cast in several movies and TV series featured on Amazon Prime and Tubi TV. Frankie Quinones is the Executive Producer and Assistant Director for the Comedy Feature Film “The Boogie Movie,” which has become one of Frankie’s biggest accomplishments in his film career. Growing in his faith and passion, Frankie Quinones and his team are developing a comic book that will captivate the world with the “Element” Comic Book series. Such A Blessing, Thank God…!
