Synopsis: As New York City deals with the ravishing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Yusuf, a 45-year-old immigrant gravedigger in Queens, struggles to make ends meet and care for Renk, his eleven-year-old daughter. Unable to face the sudden demise of his hospitalised, COVID-19 stricken wife, and consumed with guilt over her death, Yusuf withholds the truth from his daughter. Several days pass and the weight of the truth, no longer containable, forces an unavoidable reckoning between Yusuf and Renk.
About the Filmmakers: Scott Aharoni & Dennis Latos are a directing duo based out of New York. The DUO have produced a diversified slate of ad campaigns for international brands and have produced several award winning films that have garnered international success under their budding production company, DUO Entertainment. Scott & Dennis were also recently featured on New York’s CBS News Small Business Spotlight to discuss the growth of their production company, and their upcoming projects and goals in the industry.
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| Released: | 2021 |
| Runtime: | 17 Mins |
| Director: | Scott Aharoni & Dennis Latos |
| Country: | United States |
| Key Cast: | Nadir Saribacak & Isabella Haddock |
| Producers: | Scott Aharoni, Dennis Latos & Mustafa Kaymak |
| Writer: | Mustafa Kaymak |
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