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Fortunato's Treasure

Two friends venture out to sea, seeking treasure deep below. When they separate, the original plan unravels.

  • Ezra Crandall
    Director
  • Ezra Crandall
    Writer
  • Ezra Crandall
    Producer
  • Ezra Crandall
    Animators
  • Ezra Crandall
    Editors
  • Project Type:
    Animation
  • Genres:
    Thriller, Drama
  • Runtime:
    1 minute
  • Completion Date:
    August 7, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, photographic
  • Aspect Ratio:
    5:3
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Iowa
  • Minute Madness Toronto
    Toronto
    Canada
    December 3, 2024
    North American Premiere
    3rd Place
  • Maryland International Film Festival
    Hagerstown
    United States
    March 23, 2025
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Ezra Crandall

Ezra Crandall is an aspiring filmmaker based in Marion, Iowa. He is a 2024 graduate from Linn-Mar High School, currently attending the University of Iowa to double major in Cinema/journalism. He currently works as a videographer for the Iowa Admissions Office. Ezra first debuted at the Midwest Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, receiving a Silver Key award for his animated film "Consume or Create". It would also go on to screen at the All-American High School Film Festival. More recently, he screened at the Minute Madness Toronto film festival, with his entry "Fortunato's Treasure" receiving 3rd place. Ezra has published animations on YouTube since junior high and is excited to explore careers in the industry.

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