THE SON WHO CAN’T PLAY TRUMPET
At a birthday party, things escalate after a Latino father pressures his grown son to play the trumpet for his guests.
SHORT FILM
MASHUP
Family Drama Psycho-Thriller meets Dark Comedy
DETAILS
- A relationship piece and a character study of a Latino father (loosely based off of my own real father)
- Touches on family dynamics in a way that is a little dark, funny, maybe even uncomfortable, yet truthful
- Told through the lens of a middle-class Hispanic family in America just trying their best


Isaac
Garza

I am
A son,
Writer,
Friend,
Climber,
Outdoorsy,
Improviser,
Sweet Tooth,
Amateur Cook,
Former Musician,
Game Night Host.
Writer,
Friend,
Climber,
Outdoorsy,
Improviser,
Sweet Tooth,
Amateur Cook,
Former Musician,
Game Night Host.
Inspiration
Olympic Athletes.
Milestone
Creating my first short film, Pepito, while still in college was a defining moment in my life. With all its challenges, it taught me that with the help of community and friends anything is possible.
Superpower
Waking up right before my alarm.
Beloved Book
Born Standing Up by Steve Martin.
Dream Destination
Mallorca, Spain.
Self-Care Ritual
Enjoying the outdoors.


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