THE SEA, 10min., Canada

Directed by Son Roberts

This experimental short film is a "Jazz Monologue" presented by an elusive oracle. Through rage and reflection, incendiary prose and inspirational poetry, he reminds us of the legacy of lies that define our human journey. And he insists that we embrace the redemptive power of truth, from generation to generation.https://www.instagram.com/thesonroberts/

Get to know the filmmaker:

1. What motivated you to make this film?I came on board because our co-producer and the writer of the monologue, Frank Francis, is a long time friend and collaborator. My admiration for Frank, and our collective efforts to tell relevant stories about human rights and social justice lit the fire for this project.

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for youto make this film? About 18 months.

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?Haunting and necessary.

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?Financing it.

5. There are 5 stages of the filmmaking process: Development. Pre-Production. Production. Post-Production. Distribution. What is your favorite stage of the filmmaking process?Shooting and post-production are tied for my favourites.

6. When did you realize that you wanted to make films?I started making motion pictures in high school, pursued the art form in commercial work for decades. Now, it is my primary focus..

7. What film have you seen the most times in your life?The Third Man

8. In a perfect world: Who would you like to work with/collaborate with on a film?Charlize Theron, Ethan Hawke, Sean Penn, Hailee Steinfeld, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mahershala Ali, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep, Masanobu Takayanagi, Jomo Fray.

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences been working on the festival platform site?Excellent. FF offers a Seamless, professional and wide reaching portal.

10. What is your favourite meal?Pretty much anything my girlfriend cooks.

11. What is next for you? A new film?Two music videos and a music documentary are in post-production. A short film and feature film are in Development.