iDad
A modern interpretation of the parent and child relationship. This film takes you through a day in the life of a dad whose head is buried in his smartphone and his son that seizes the opportunities that creates. Is this an ordinary or extraordinary day?
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Gregg JaffeDirector
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Gregg JaffeWriter
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Gregg JaffeProducer
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Chinguun SergelenKey Cast"Son"
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Edward KaihatsuKey Cast"Dad"
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Jackie FroleKey Cast"Visitor"
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Chris FaustDirector of Photography
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Jackie FroleArt Direction
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Bryan WardPost-Audio
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Project Type:Short
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Runtime:1 minute
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Completion Date:September 14, 2017
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Country of Origin:United States
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Country of Filming:United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital. Canon c100
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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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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Big Teeth 60 Second Film FestivalChicago, IL
United States
September 16, 2017
World Premiere
Best Picture, Best Artistic Interpretation -
Berlin Flash Film FestivalBerlin
Germany
December 31, 2018
Monthly Winner Micro Short Comedy -
Zeal Reel Micro Short Film CompetitionHouston, TX
United States
November 14, 2019
Best Comedy
Gregg Jaffe has been directing short films and brand content for over a decade. He started in the always glamorous world of sketch comedy and improv in Chicago and made his way to the screen (behind the camera) as the creative director of Big Teeth Productions.
This film came as part of a festival that invites filmmakers to create a 1-minute short inspired by a famous work of art. The work that I was given was "Son of Man" by surrealist artis René Magritte.
I used Magritte's painting mostly as inspiration in the composition of my shots as well as a nice little nod to the evolution of what people might think of when hearing "apple."
This film has resonated with audiences in the sense that it hits on some relatable themes for parents and their kids, and I think the world at large in how we interact with each other and our surroundings.