BROCA
BROCA is a psychological dark comedy about an anxiety ridden actor named Vernon. He is haunted by his negative self talk. After an audition, hope appears for the first time in his life and career. Will he keep it together for his callback or will things get out of hand?
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Luis OlivaDirector
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Chris CavenerWriter
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Jaa Smith-JohnsonProducer
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Chris CavenerProducer
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Chris CavenerKey Cast"Vernon"
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Valéry LessardKey Cast"Malorie"
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Colin FriendKey Cast"The Hand"
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Étienne De PassilléKey Cast"Steve"
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Project Type:Short
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Runtime:20 minutes 26 seconds
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Completion Date:May 31, 2022
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Production Budget:8,000 USD
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Country of Origin:Canada
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Country of Filming:Canada
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Language:English
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Philadelphia Cinema AwardsPhiladelphia
United States
October 14, 2022
U.S Premiere
Award Winner - Best Actor & Best Independent Film -
Toronto Comedy Film & Screenplay Festival 2022Toronto
Canada
December 14, 2022
Canadian Premiere
Award Winner: Best Cinematography -
Canadian and International Short Film Festival 2022Vancouver
Canada
Selection/Winner: Award of Commendation 2022 -
Night of Comedy Shorts Festival 2023Milano
Italy
June 23, 2023
Award Winner/Honourable Mention -
Poor Life Choices Comedy Film Festival 2023Los Angeles
United States
April 20, 2023
Winner: Best Director -
BENELUX International Film Festival 2023Amsterdam
Netherlands
April 24, 2023
European Premiere
Semi-Finalist/Official Selection -
Dark Comedy Film Festival 2023Los Angeles
United States
May 29, 2023
Award Winner: Best Actor -
YES! Lets Make a Movie Film Festival 2023Montreal
Canada
August 26, 2023
Quebec Premiere
Nominee/Winner - Best Canadian Film and Best Onscreen Duo -
Killer Valley Comedy Film Festival 2023Talent, Oregon
United States
December 9, 2023
Winner/Official Selection: Best Actor
A multi-talented artist, director, singer and actor Luis Oliva is a world citizen full of ideas and heart! Born and originally from Guatemala, wherever he finds himself, he continues to push his artistry, love and freedom of expression in its many forms.
