Short / Musical
USA,
2021, 9 min
Directed by:
MorningStar AngelineScreenplay:
Jordyn Aurora AquinoComposer:
Jordyn Aurora AquinoPlots(1)
Can't Have It Both Ways is a short, comedic, and poignant musical film that navigates an uncomfortable conversation between a Latina woman and her white male counterpart on a first date. Upon realizing their political differences, the romance comes to a screeching halt when the woman bursts into song to express her views on minorities and/or marginalized communities, LGBTQ+, and women’s rights. Through an energetic pop anthem she addresses her date’s blind spots and challenges his ‘Nice Guy’ persona, declaring “You Can’t Have It Both Ways!” (Cinequest Festival)
(more)Cast
Jordyn Aurora Aquino
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