SPARTAN
In the gritty underbelly of South Florida, an embattled street brawler savors his hard-earned victory—a fleeting moment of glory that stands defiantly against the chaos surrounding him. However, this triumph is swiftly overshadowed by the turmoil of his chaotic personal life.
As the walls of his existence close in, he faces a critical decision: to walk away with his humanity and manhood intact or to unleash the formidable beast he has kept caged within for far too long. The choice is his to make, and it’s a defining moment that demands he confront the darkness lurking inside.
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Pierre St JeanDirector
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Pierre St JeanWriter
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Pierre St JeanProducer
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Alex BernadotteKey Cast"Mack"
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Shylah SoaresKey Cast"Nasira"
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Demetrius DenisKey Cast"Tremaine"
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Project Type:Short
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Genres:Action, Drama
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Runtime:12 minutes 2 seconds
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Completion Date:May 10, 2024
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Production Budget:650 USD
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Country of Origin:United States, United States
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Country of Filming:United States, United States
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Language:English, Haitian
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Urban Action Showcase and ExpoTime Square, New York
New York Premiere
Official Selection; Best Urban Action Short
Pierre St. Jean Jr. is an accomplished writer and director based in South Florida, whose work powerfully explores the Black experience, particularly from the perspective of a Haitian-American. His 2020 short film, “Paternal”, gained recognition as an official selection of the 2022 Pan African Film Festival and was proudly featured on PBS.
In 2023, he made waves with his innovative one-shot short film, “Spartan”, which earned its place as an official selection in the prestigious 2024 Urban Action Showcase & Expo. “Spartan” was awarded Best Urban Action Short Film in the highly competitive Blood, Sweat, and Bones No Budget Short Film Contest, showcasing his exceptional talent and vision.