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Distractions

SATURDAY | 12:00pm

Maya Jai Pinson

7 min | 2022 | MD, USA | New England Premiere

BEST DIRECTOR

Synopsis: While driving to a party, Tay Lee's focus is on everything but the road.

Jury Statement:  The technical skill on this film is truly impressive, and the direction is wonderful. The cinematography was especially strong, and the involvement of both adult and teenage actors really elevated the film. It effectively tells a convincing and heartbreaking story, and the talent behind it is quite clear.