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Doggy Bank

A goofy slacker dog-sits for a pampered pooch, only to be pulled into an unexpected friendship with its eccentric owner!

  • Thales Corrêa
    Director
  • Anthony Moore
    Writer
  • Thales Corrêa
    Producer
  • Jose Julian Molina
    Producer
  • Anthony Moore
    Producer
  • Victorya Brandart
    Producer
  • Mincin Golchini
    Producer
  • Thales Correa Corrêa
    Key Cast
    "Rubian"
  • Anthony Moore
    Key Cast
    "Borba, Jer"
  • Sanjay Nambiar
    Key Cast
    "Doc. Amin Sarar"
  • Andrea Flowers
    Key Cast
    "Prana"
  • Project Type:
    Web / New Media
  • Genres:
    Comedy
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes
  • 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:
    No
  • Warner OneFifty's New Narratives
    Los Angeles
    United States
    February 1, 2023
    Winner
Director Biography - Thales Corrêa

Thales Corrêa is a Brazilian-American writer and director dedicated to elevating Latinx and LGBTQ+ voices and driving social progress through storytelling. Corrêa is a proud recipient of Warner's OneFifty grant in the esteemed New Narratives program. His work has garnered multiple accolades and nominations, with his most recent episodic series, "Poly People," being hailed as a top contender for consideration for an Emmy in the category of Best Short-Form Series. His feature, "Bathroom Stalls & Parking Lots," earned widespread critical acclaim and proved to be a major hit at the qFlix Philadelphia Film Festival, and other LGBTQ+ film festivals. His short films, "Parents" and "Milvio," have likewise enjoyed international recognition, having been selected for festivals worldwide, including the prestigious Cannes Short Film Showcase. Corrêa honed his craft at UCLA, where he pursued his passion for film, and further developed his skills through participation in two Sundance Collab workshops. In addition, he completed The Second City Writing program and received a scholarship from NALIP's Emerging Content Creators Inclusion Initiative, solidifying his status as an emerging talent to watch.

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Director Statement

As a Latinx filmmaker living in America for 10 years, I’ve held crazy old Brazil inside of me, looking for opportunities to transform those ancient murmurings into a modern shout. I found one such opportunity after reading Quincas Borba by classic Brazilian author Machado de Assis. Think “Mark Twain” with a Tropicalia swagger.

Doggy Bank is a genre blending episodic injecting some of the most iconic Brazilian literature in the setting of one of America’s most classic and widely regarded cities - Bakersfield, California. In its artistic style, the audience will experience the absurdity of its world through skewed camera angles and long shots that knit together its unique framed compositions. Extensive works of practical make-up along with digital effects add a layer of authenticity to the characters, thrusting them from the literary world and onto the screen. This allows the audience to relate on a personal level, which is very important to me.

The high production value of Doggy Bank makes it shine on the screen, but don’t be fooled… we polished this low budget gem with sandpaper and spit-shined it by an amazing diverse group. The production was composed of an international crew of 85% queer, female, and bipoc identifying people and one half Shi-Tsu half Yorkie pup.