Detective Corleone & The Case of the Empty Milk Carton

A short film, inspired by Pink Panther the Movie & The Godfather, about a over the top, goofy detective just trying to figure out who finished the milk.

  • Cole Reed Gustafson
    Director
    Sleep Demons, Colonel Hart's True Heart, Disappearances in Lake Ontario 1 & 2
  • Cole Reed Gustafson
    Writer
    Sleep Demons, Colonel Hart's True Heart, Disappearances In Lake Ontario 1 & 2
  • Cole Reed Gustafson
    Producer
    Sleep Demons, Colonel Hart's True Heart, Disappearances In Lake Ontario 1 & 2
  • Cole Reed Gustafson
    Key Cast
    "Detective Corleone"
    Sleep Demons, Colonel Hart's True Heart
  • Jade Elizabeth Rivero
    Key Cast
    "Suspect #2"
  • Shawn Kieta Sims Jr.
    Key Cast
    "Suspect #3"
    Sleep Demons
  • McKenna Lee Gustafson
    Key Cast
    "Suspect #1"
    Disappearances in Lake Ontario 1 & 2
  • Project Type:
    Feature, Short
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Mystery, Family
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 35 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 25, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    60 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    ProRes
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Collegium Charter School
  • Philadelphia Youth Film Festival
    Philadelphia
    United States
    February 24, 2024
Director Biography - Cole Reed Gustafson

Cole Reed Gustafson, a youth film director, using all his resources and opportunities to chase his dreams and make memories through the creation of short films.

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Director Statement

This story presents my ability to work with all styles and genres of film. I combine a comedic Steve Martin Pink Panther with a 50's Godfather Noir Vibe.