To produce compelling stories told from the women’s point of view.  We seek to entertain and inform by creating humanistic, character driven stories that build awareness of the feminine to inspire, empower, and bring about social change.

Testa Dura Media is a Mid-Atlantic company that produces independent films, television, and print media.

Oriana Oppice

Jane Barbara

Eric Seidman

Rachel Franklin, PhD

Screenwriter, Producer

Born and raised in New York City, Ms. Barbara has been drawing and making up stories her entire life.  A Rockefeller Scholarship to Parsons School of Design kick started a 20-year career in graphic design.  Jane then turned to writing where she can direct and combine her passion for story telling, art, music, dance and film.  Jane is currently Chair of Women in Film & Video – Washington DC’s annual filmmaker conference, ScriptDC.

Director, Actor, Producer

Oriana Oppice is a Director, Producer, and Actor. Born in Sicily and raised in Chicago, Oriana pushes to make impactful films in a variety of genres. Her films have excelled in the international film festival circuit, having been selected for the Cannes Film Festival Short Film Circuit, Roze Filmdagen, Eureka Springs, and others.  As an actor, she has been in numerous films and TV shows, including House of Cards and Person of Interest. She is a graduate of McGill University and the University of Chicago, and speaks Italian and some French. She plays piano and viola, travels as frequently as possible, and has a soft spot for chocolate Labradors and the rock band Nirvana.

Artistic Director

Winner of more than 100 design award including top honors from the Society of News Design, The Art Directors Club of New York and The Society of Publications Designers.  His career has included art direction for The New York Times, Discover Magazine, Money Magazine and AARP Publications. Eric now consults on projects of his choosing. Mr. Seidman’s book, WANTED – has recently optioned by Legendary Television.

Music Consultant–

The Nijinsky Project

A Pro Musicis International Award Winning pianist, Ms. Franklin adds consultant to her long list of musical expertise.  Much in demand as a performer, lecturer and teacher, Rachel is also a marvelous storyteller.  Having performed at Carnegie Hall, Ms. Franklin has also appeared on NPR, BBC Radio 3, WQXR and WNYC radio broadcasts and presented lecture series for the Smithsonian music series.