Alvis Rojas, 17, Brooklyn High School for the Arts My father came back into my life, and for a time things were fine. We didn’t talk. We didn’t see each other: the normal father-son relationship. Then, one day he was gone forever. There’s a problem with grave robbing in the Dominican Republic where my father was buried. So, before he was laid to rest, my family defaced his coffin with hammers, beating it ninety-nine times. This film is dedicated to Ramon Rojas, The greatest man I never knew. Running Time: 7:55. Mentor: Stuart Dworeck.
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Youth producers
Alvis Rojas
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(4.00)
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Reel Works Teen Filmmaking, Inc.
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Reviews
experimental editing and sound-design touches set this piece apart from other personal docs- very creative.
BCAM TV | September 30, 2008
hey man i odnt know what your talking about your film was really good i really really liked it your style is unique
isaac | May 11, 2006
This is a very beautiful, creatively told personal story. I would have perhaps preferred to hear more from the director than from other family. There are some beautiful shots in here and the video is interestingly edited.
Emily Bennison | May 11, 2006
This movie is really intense and it has a lot of great effects. The majority of the movie being dark makes it that much more intense. The movie also has a great sense of bring you to the character. I felt related to him.
Autumn Campbell | May 04, 2006
So sorry, Alvis, such a tough lesson was learned the HARD way. I hope that through making this film you learned some things about yourself and developed stronger bonds with your family and friends. I know you will help other through your work. Beautifully done!
Janet Cundiff | May 03, 2006
Very compelling, and the means used to tell the story were fresh and unique. I felth the guilt and anger and sadness in every frame and sound. A great combination of technique working to further the story.
Jeremy Nielsen | May 02, 2006
that was amazing. with out a doubt the best editing i have seen in youth media. better editing than alot of horror movies too. your a very talented filmmaker. be sure to send me your autograph when you get big
will | April 04, 2006