Sometime around 2020 Ted Lutes called Brian Lutes and said, “Let’s make movies together.”

 

An in-house, independent production company, Lutes Cousins Films specializes in gritty, real life dramas. Their mission is to bring raw and authentic stories to the screen, captivating audiences with compelling narratives and powerful visuals.

Lutes Cousins Films’ features have evolved from period based, psychological thrillers to more semi-biographical dramas, addressing significant life issues. Always romantically driven, their stories are spiced with comedy that gives them a unique flavor and personality. Brian is based in Los Angeles and Ted in Ottawa, Canada. They release a new film every two to three years and to date have seven features to their credit.

 

 

In 2025 Lutes Cousins Films signed a four picture deal with Los Angeles based distributor Buffalo 8. This is an exciting partnership that will take the company to the next level where their films will now be seen worldwide on all the major streaming platforms.