OFFICIAL ‘OPEN CITY’ ARTWORK
Curated in the form of a mixtape, Open City is a collection of short films
written, shot, and directed by A.V. Rockwell. As New York City enters a
new era, this ode to the cultural capital touches on a few of the eight
million stories that give it life.
G.F.C. (SMOKE DZA FEAT. JOEY BADA$$)
Facing the inevitable wrath of his enemies, a Harlem youth decides to take matters of fate into his own hands.
A Special Open City Collaboration With R.F.C. x Cinematic Music Group. Based On Actual Events…
Shot & Directed By: A.V. Rockwell
Produced By: Amy Collado
KIDS (FEAT. HÉCTOR LAVOE)
Two East New York siblings find a new game to play - mimicking the family business. Featuring “El Cantante” By Hector Lavoe.
Based On A True Story…
Shot & Directed By: A.V. Rockwell
Produced By: Amy Collado
TOO MUCHE CENDI (SKIT)
Enter La Bodega…
Shot & Directed By: A.V. Rockwell
Produced By: Amy Collado
THE DREAMER
Larry “Antenna Man” Connor makes a name for himself the best way he knows how. (Sorry, No Refunds.)
Documented By: A.V. Rockwell
Produced By: Amy Collado
TREY (INTERLUDE FEATURING DOMINIC LORD)
During a ride on the Staten Island Ferry, Trey opens up about his life and dreams he hopes to realize in the Open City. Scored By Dominic Lord’s “Old English”.
Documented By: A.V. Rockwell
Produced By: Amy Collado
HEIST (FEATURING TRAVI$ SCOTT)
A gang of four take to the streets of Flatbush, Brooklyn to create their own opportunities in this grimy vignette. Silent film, scored by Travi$ Scott’s ‘XX’.
Story By: A.V. Rockwell
Shot By: A.V. Rockwell & Rich Faison
THE DREAMER (TRAILER)
Watch Your Mouth, Antenna Man.
Shot By: A.V. Rockwell
HEIST (TRAILER)
Amy Collado Outtake From The Short Film HEIST.
Shot By: A.V. Rockwell
INTERMISSION THANK YOU FOR WATCHING
