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Avarice

After a by-the-book robbery goes south, Thiago,
an overambitious and scheming gangster decides
to overthrow the gang’s leader by framing one of
his brothers in crime, to claim the gang’s riches
and territory for himself.

  • José Vidal Hernández
    Director
  • Javier Mezquita
    Writer
  • Bryan Wang
    Producer
  • Alejandro Garcia
    Key Cast
    "Thiago"
  • Nathan Mannion
    Key Cast
    "Otis"
  • Andy Vela
    Key Cast
    "Didi"
  • Keenan Nuttall
    Key Cast
    "Carlos"
  • Ora Pichon
    Key Cast
    "Emma"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Crime, Drama
  • Runtime:
    11 minutes 11 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 18, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    5,500 CAD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1.66:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Vancouver Film School
Director Biography - José Vidal Hernández

J.V. Hernández, born José Vidal Hernández Peña, is a Salvadoran filmmaker whose journey in the world of cinema has been marked by creativity, collaboration, and a deep love for storytelling.

J.V. embarked on his filmmaking odyssey at the young age of 18 by making his very first couple of shorts with friends from school, his early forays into filmmaking served as a foundation for the multimedia projects he would later undertake, showcasing his versatility and eagerness to explore different facets of the creative realm, such as writting, editing and acting, His ability to engage with the entire crew, coupled with a keen insight into the actor's perspective, ensures a seamless synergy between what unfolds in front of the camera as well as behind it.

The journey of this Salvadoran filmmaker is one of artistic growth, perpetual learning, and a boundless love for the magic that unfolds on the silver screen.

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Director Statement

Personally for me as a Director this felt like a true challenge I was willing to take, I had experience with projects of the same genre but this was a whole other level, not to mention that working
closely with a writer looked like the natural next step on my filmmaking journey.

This is a modern adaptation of Othello infused with a gritty gangster approach, we aim to explore the timeless themes of jealousy, ambition, and betrayal against the backdrop of an urban underworld.

We have reimagined the story within the context of contemporary society, where power dynamics play out on the streets and alliances are forged and broken with the pull of a trigger.