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Celeste Escalera
Other names	Celeste Blocquer
Occupation(s)	Screenwriter, Producer, Production Finance Executive
Known for	The A-I “Lies” Within, The Seed Between Worlds and Stars
Website	XperyenceZ.com, TheAIliesWithin.com

Celeste Escalera (formerly known as Celeste Blocquer) is an American screenwriter, producer, and veteran production finance executive. She is the founder of XperyenceZ and XPYZ, two companies bridging live entertainment, branded events, and literary representation. Escalera is best known for her psychological thriller screenplay The A-I “Lies” Within and her production work on major studio films including Fast X (Universal), The Gray Man (Netflix), The Decameron (Netflix), and Black Barbie (Netflix).

Career

Escalera began her career in the entertainment industry as a production accountant, working on high-budget studio and streaming productions. She has held key finance roles on titles such as Fast X, The Gray Man, and The Decameron, and continues to consult on global productions.

In 2021, she appeared on the podcast If I’m Being Honest (The Movie Edition) under the name Celeste Blocquer, where she detailed her unconventional path into Hollywood accounting. She described leaving a corporate job in Las Vegas, navigating toxic work environments, and enduring three-hour daily commutes before transitioning into film. This story—expanded upon in her upcoming book Discontently Happy—reflects her belief in manifesting change through discomfort, action, and personal clarity.

She is the founder of XperyenceZ, an event and brand marketing company that has collaborated with high-profile celebrities and major brands in the entertainment industry. XperyenceZ is known for producing branded campaigns, red carpet activations, and creative experiences across digital and live platforms.

Separately, Escalera also founded XPYZ, a literary and creator management company. Originally launched as a TikTok creator agency, XPYZ evolved into a WGA signatory literary management firm representing screenwriters, authors, and original IP across film, television, and digital media. XPYZ bridges influencer culture with traditional storytelling and serves as a launchpad for new and underrepresented voices in entertainment.

She later transitioned into screenwriting herself, drawing from her lived experiences. Her first feature-length script, The A-I “Lies” Within, explores identity, obsession, and digital deception. She also wrote The Seed Between Worlds and Stars, a spiritually reflective fantasy-drama about reincarnation, memory, and cosmic belonging. Both screenplays have received strong coverage reviews from multiple industry readers, praising their originality and emotional depth.

Public Attention

As a young adult, Escalera—then known as Celeste Blocquer—was a key witness in a Washington state murder case that remained unsolved for years. Her testimony played a role in the eventual prosecution, as reported by The Seattle Times in 1993. The case had a lasting impact on her worldview and contributed to the psychological themes explored in her creative work.

Recognition

Escalera was named a finalist for the Women of Inspiration Awards by the Universal Women’s Network, honoring women across industries for leadership and achievement.

She has been featured in podcast interviews, including If I’m Being Honest (The Movie Edition), where she shared insights into her transition from corporate work to entertainment, and her personal journey of resilience.

Notable Works

• The A-I “Lies” Within – Feature screenplay (psychological thriller)
• The Seed Between Worlds and Stars – Feature screenplay (spiritual fantasy drama)
• Discontently Happy – Forthcoming nonfiction book
• Production finance credits on:
  • The Gray Man (Netflix)
  • Fast X (Universal)
  • The Decameron (Netflix)
  • Black Barbie (Netflix)

External links

• IMDb – Celeste Escalera
• Spotify Interview – If I’m Being Honest
• YouTube Feature
• XperyenceZ.com
• LinkedIn – Celeste Escalera