Yet They Do

A gripping short film that follows Denver Littleton (Alannah Ciera), a shy high school student hiding in a bathroom during a school shooting. Trapped amidst chaos, Denver discovers inner strength and redefines her identity, shedding light on the psychological impact of such incidents and the importance of support for the marginalized.

  • David Allsep
    Director
    Portraying Perfect
  • Gia Matos Ovalles
    Assistant Director
  • David Allsep
    Writer
  • David Allsep
    Director of Photography
  • David Allsep
    Producer
  • Alannah Ciera
    Producer
  • Gia Matos Ovalles
    Producer
  • Alannah Ciera
    Key Cast
    "Denver Littleton"
  • Dezmond Chavous
    Key Cast
    "School Sooter"
  • Jaiden Haggiag
    Key Cast
    "Student In Peril"
  • David Allsep
    Sound Design
  • David Allsep
    Editor
  • Jaiden Haggiag
    Hair and Makeup
  • David Allsep
    Production Design
  • Gia Matos Ovalles
    Assistant Camera
  • Zoey Gialloreto
    Gaffer
  • Alannah Ciera
    Props Master
  • Jaiden Haggiag
    Craft Services
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Suspense
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 32 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 19, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • 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:
    Yes - Pace University
Director Biography - David Allsep

David Allsep is an accomplished, visionary director known for his unique storytelling ability and captivating visual style. With a natural talent for crafting imaginative narratives, He has directed four short films and helmed captivating student productions. Collaborating with renowned actors, David Allsep elicits remarkable performances and creates memorable on-screen moments. His dedication to storytelling, innovation, and social impact has solidified his place as one of the most influential directors to look out for.

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Director Statement

I wrote this for class last year but was told I wasn't allowed to make it because it was "too violent." After I lost two of my former teachers and friends in a school shooting this year, I knew I had to shed light on these horrific events and prove that my story is worth telling. It isn't "too violent" if it's our reality.