We All We Got A Short Documentary by Carlos Javier Ortiz
2014 | 00:8:58 | United States | English | B&W
The groundbreaking documentary short film, We All We Got, directed by Carlos Javier Ortiz, garnered critical acclaim and was recognized for its excellence at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival in New York, New York, USA. The film's powerful storytelling and impactful message resonated with audiences and industry professionals alike, earning it a prestigious nomination for the Best Documentary Short category. We All We Got captivated viewers with its raw and honest portrayal of the realities faced by communities in Chicago, shedding light on the urgent issues of violence and social justice. This nomination further attests to the film's profound impact and artistic merit.
Synopsis We All We Got captures the poetic language of the streets: police helicopters flying over the city, music popping out of cars, people talking shit on the street corners, ambulances on the run, and preachers hollering for the violence to stop after another young man is senselessly gunned down in the streets of Chicago. In the context of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the country’s recent focus on youth violence, police brutality, poverty and marginalized communities, We All We Got is an elegy of urban America. The film is an intimate portrait of people affected by violence: including community activists, kids, and cops. It navigates the tragedy and persistence of families impacted by violence. , the perseverance of affected families, and the outpouring support of local leaders and residents who highlight these social issues in Chicago.
AWARDS / NOMINATIONS
Best documentary short Crested Butte Film Festival
Tribeca Film Festival Nominee Jury Award Best Documentary Short
COLLECTIONS
The Museum of Contemporary Photography
CAST AND CREW
Director Carlos Javier Ortiz
Written Carlos Javier Ortiz and Tina K. Sacks
Edited by Carlos Javier Ortiz
Music Chris Zabriskie
Producer Carlos Javier Ortiz
Executive Producer Tina K. Sacks
Cinematography Carlos Javier Ortiz
Audio Carlos Javier Ortiz and Elyse Blennerhassett
We All We Got– USA (DIRECTOR Carlos Javier Ortiz) The poetic language of the streets: police helicopters; music popping out of cars; ambulances on the run; preachers hollering for the violence to stop after another young man is senselessly gunned down in the streets of Chicago.
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