Underdog

Aiden, a student who has been bullied for a long time, decides that he has had enough and seeks help in learning how to defend himself. He is trained by 3 identical triplet martial artists and becomes stronger and more confident. With a newfound determination, Aiden plans to get revenge on his bully and put an end to the bullying once and for all. He takes matters into his own hands, fueled by rage and a desire for retribution for the wrongs that have been inflicted upon him.

  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Writer
  • David Gonzalez
    Writer
  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Director
  • David Gonzalez
    Director
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Director
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Director
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Producer
  • David Gonzalez
    Producer
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Producer
  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Producer
  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Key Cast
    "Aiden"
  • David Gonzalez
    Key Cast
    "Jorge"
    Service With A Smile
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Key Cast
    "Jack"
    Service With A Smile
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Key Cast
    "John"
    Service With A Smile
  • Flavio Gonzalez
    Key Cast
    "Rudy"
  • David Gonzalez
    Fight Trainer
    Zorro x2
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Fight Trainer
    Zorro x2
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Fight Trainer
    Zorro x2
  • David Gonzalez
    Fight Choreographer
    Zorro x2
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Fight Choreographer
    Zorro x2
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Fight Choreographer
    Zorro x2
  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Fight Choreographer
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Editor
    Sandwich
  • Janette Arellano Bejarano
    Special Effects Artists
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Cinematographer
  • David Gonzalez
    Cinematographer
  • Flavio Gonzalez
    Cinematographer
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Production Designer
  • David Gonzalez
    Costume Designer
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Costume Designer
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Costume Designer
  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Costume Designer
  • Janette Arellano Bejarano
    Costume Designer
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Sound Designer
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Special effects supervisor
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Cameraman
  • David Gonzalez
    Cameraman
  • Flavio Gonzalez
    Cameraman
  • David Gonzalez
    Storyboard Artists
  • Jason Gonzalez
    Storyboard Artists
  • Kevin Gonzalez
    Storyboard Artists
  • Oscar Rodriguez
    Storyboard Artists
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Action, Thriller, epic, Short, Martial Arts, Bullying, Superhero, Revenge, Action Comedy
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 9 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 31, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    100 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Oscar Rodriguez, David Gonzalez, Jason Gonzalez, Kevin Gonzalez

(David, Kevin, and Jason Gonzalez)The Gonzalez Triplets are American actors of Mexican descent. They are bilingual and are 3 identical triplets. The brothers are certified black belts in Shorinji-Ryu Karate and have been doing martial arts for 10 plus years. Taking on other disciplines like MMA, Aiki Jujutsu, Boxing, Okinawan kobudō, and Single Sword. The Gonzalez Triplets has appeared in several theatre productions and shorts films. You may have seen them in The Cradle Will Rock, Zorro X2, Shakespeare: Banished, Mr.Burns, Underdog, and Service With A Smile, to name just a few. Their ability to design fight choreography has been recognized by KCACTF Region 8 with the Meritorious Achievement award as Fight Choreographer for Zorro X2 at Cal Poly Pomona. They studied Theatre emphasis in Acting at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, graduating with a Bachelors of Arts in Theatre (Acting). Some of their training include Kristin Linklater Voice, Shakespeare, Anton Chekhov, Stage Combat, Filmmaking, Long and Short Improv, to name just a few. The Gonzalez Triplets love martial arts and are native to Watsonville California, They now live in Pomona California. The Gonzalez Triplets can be reached at gonzalezbrothers831@gmail.com

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Director Statement

As filmmakers, we are drawn to stories that explore themes of resilience and self-empowerment, and this story of Aiden, a young student who has been bullied for far too long, is no exception.

Through his journey of learning how to defend himself and becoming stronger and more confident, Aiden embodies the idea that no one should have to suffer in silence and that it is possible to rise above adversity.

We are excited to bring this story to life on screen and to showcase the transformative power of martial arts training and the support of a community. Aiden's arc, as he grapples with feelings of rage and a desire for retribution, will be a relatable and compelling one for audiences of all ages.

Ultimately, We hope that this film will inspire viewers to stand up for themselves and to speak out against bullying, while also demonstrating the importance of forgiveness and the power of personal growth.