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Booth by the Window: The One

EPISODE 3
An out of touch teenager trying to find his way in the world ends up in a quixotic diner, where he meets the one person that can offer him the guidance he needs.

"Booth by the Window" is a web series created by The CU Denver Film & Television Program. The series features six episodes that focus on six different characters who encounter a diner that helps them through a crossroads in their life. An exploration of magical-realism in storytelling and filmmaking techniques, "Booth by the Window" is a drama in the vein of "Twin Peaks" with the ominous whimsy of "Welcome to Nightvale".

  • Will Pash
    Director
  • Víctor Yagüe Izquierdo
    Director
  • Amadeus Bennett
    Writer
  • Rachel Davis
    Producer
  • Josh McFadden
    Key Cast
    "Desmond"
  • Bobby Lee Black
    Key Cast
    "Robin"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student, Television, Web / New Media
  • Genres:
    Drama, Anthology, Series, Web Series, Surrealism, Magical Surrealism
  • Completion Date:
    May 10, 2021
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Colorado Denver
Director Biography - Will Pash, Víctor Yagüe Izquierdo

Will Pash is a born and raised Coloradan with an aspiration to make a film worth remembering. He is currently a student at the University of Colorado Denver majoring in Film and Television Production. While at school, Will has directed and created several projects and short films, using them as tools to learn from and grow as he continues to navigate the terrain of cinema.

Víctor Yagüe Izquierdo is a Spanish-born and raised filmmaker based in Denver, Colorado. An editor turned writer, Victor aspires to tell stories about alienation, and dysfunctional relationships. To him, film should be a vessel for thought, rather than entertainment. He's majoring in Film and Television at the University of Colorado Denver.

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Director Statement

"With the magical and surreal world of the Crossroads Diner, I’m looking forward to delving into the out-of-touch world that Desmond has found himself a part of as he tries to come back to reality. There to help is the ever mysterious, yet fully discovered Robin, who serves as a source of guidance for anyone that finds themselves at Crossroads Diner, and offers them a decision that will change their direction in life. With Desmond, I hope to reach out to the out of touch people that find themselves lost or isolated in a discombobulating world, and will hopefully offer a sense of perspective and reliability they can find connection with. I want to delve into the shroud surrounding Robin and the ever mysterious ways of his confident, intuitive wisdom."
-Will Pash, Co-director

"This episode deals with the feeling of detachment, and in Desmond’s case, how those feelings can lead to self deprecation, creating a twisted view of the self. We also experience a version of Robin that is becoming aware of how much of his own life he has sacrificed to help others in their journeys. Robin provides a safe space for Desmond, away from all the turmoil of the real world. To Robin’s surprise, Desmond reminds him of the dangers of isolating himself. Our intention is to portray the relevance of this encounter for both characters and how big of an impact a conversation can have."
-Víctor Yagüe Izquierdo, Co-director