The Secrets We Keep
Writer
Brian Urbina
Director
JuanJose De La Cruz
Cinematography
Sandra Garcia
Producers
Brian Urbina, Matthew Sadowski, Kalen Gaston-Smith
Starring
Francisca Lozano, Brandon Botsford, Oliver Tang, Donald Pitts
Every year best friends Tommy and Marco embark on an exciting camping trip but this year, Marco is faced with a difficult ultimatum: he must finally reveal the secret he has been keeping hidden from Tommy. As the trip unfolds, Marco will be compelled to confront the reality of his actions, forcing him to grow up in ways he never expected. The consequences of his choice will create ripples that affect not only their friendship but also the lives of everyone involved.
Awards and Nominations
Best Shorts Competition (2021)
Winner: Award of Merit - Film Short
Winner: Award of Merit - Latin/Hispanic
IndieFEST Film Awards (2021)
Winner: Award of Merit - Film Short
Winner: Award of Merit - Latin/Hispanic
Independent Shorts Awards (2020)
Winner: Honorable Mention - Best Indie Short
Culver City Film Festival (2021)
Nominee: Best Short - Best Short Film
Indie Short Fest (2020)
Nominee: Certificate of Achievement
Best Indie Short
Nominee: Certificate of Achievement - Best Director - Male
Nominee: Certificate of Achievement - Best Supporting Actress - Francisca Lozano
Nominee: Certificate of Achievement - Best Supporting Actor - Donald Pitts
Nominee: Certificate of Achievement - Best Acting Duo - Brandon Botsford & Oliver Tang
Venice Shorts (2021)
Nominee: Venice Short Film Award - Best Indie Short