Private Project

Mr. Ji

Mr. Ji is a wheelchair bound dog as eccentric as the NYC neighborhood he lives in. As he and his human companion navigate the streets of the East Village, they share sweet moments with the people they meet. While we learn about the complications that came with Mr Ji's old age, we reflect on friendship, grief and acceptance.

  • Niseema Dyan Diemer
    Key Cast
    "Herself"
  • Lukas Calabrese
    Director
  • Lukas Calabrese
    Writer
  • Scott Bolasci
    Composer
  • Lukas Calabrese
    Producer
  • Lukas Calabrese
    Editor
  • Kamila Calabrese
    Additional Editing
  • Kyle Mahaney
    Colorist
    Out of Sight
  • Jake DeBlasio, City View Sound
    Sound Mixer
  • Kamila Calabrese
    Mentor
    It Takes a Cult, Approaching the Elephant
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 16 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 15, 2019
  • Production Budget:
    500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Mirrorless, GoPro, iPhone
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
Director Biography - Lukas Calabrese

Born in NYC, raised in rural NJ, Lukas is currently a senior at Solebury School in New Hope, PA. He is passionate about film, animal behavior and creative writing. Mr. Ji is his first film.

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Director Statement

To me, Mr. Ji is a small, sweet story that would otherwise go unnoticed. I feel lucky that I was able to capture it and share it with others.