Papi

A quiet, intimate chamber piece that sits with a young man's loneliness and family wounds, aching toward reconciliation.

Directed by

Ashley L. Canfield

Starring

John Anthony Torres, Arelis Torres, Franny Alicia Reynoso

Overview

In the heart of New York City, amidst the global pandemic, Hector Jr., an aspiring artist, grapples with the uncertainties of his career and the complexities of his personal identity. Each day is filled with self-tapes and the unpredictability of life. This struggle takes a turn when he receives a call from his sister Lucia, inviting him to a Zoom meeting intended to unite the family during their father's critical battle with COVID-19 at Jefferson Hospital. The virtual gathering, meant to bring comfort, instead reopens old wounds, propelling him into a night of introspection and confrontation with his past. However, an unexpected call later that night pushes him towards a path of reconciliation. A poignant narrative about family, resilience, and the quest for authenticity amidst tragedy, highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself even in the darkest times.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and tense. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Family, identity, grief, isolation

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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