An Interview with Writer/Director Albert Acosta
We sat down with Writer/Director Albert Acosta to discuss his debut short film, (ha-ha), Acosta's foray into narrative cinema, and how his personal experiences have shaped his filmmaking philosophy.
Don't Let Me Drown (2009)
In a post-September 11th world overflowing with fear and hate, two Latino teens discover that sometimes the only thing that can keep them from drowning is love.
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In a post-September 11th world overflowing with fear and hate, two Latino teens discover that sometimes the only thing that can keep them from drowning is love.
Rating:R
Genre:Drama, Romance
Written By:Maria Topete, Cruz Angeles
In Theaters:4/24/2009
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Runtime:105 minutes
Studio:Parts & Labor, Rollin' Deep Productions
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