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Purple Grooves: A Funky Tragedy

Directed by Larry Flores II
United States
2024
9 mins

Byron Jr., a young funk artist pressured by his domineering father, Byron Sr. faces an important performance for record execs. He befriends Passion, a prostitute brought in by his father, who helps him realize he doesn't want to be an artist. In the end, unable to meet his father's expectations, Byron Jr. leaps out the window.

'Purple Grooves: A Funky Tragedy' is screening with:

Cinemaslam

A celebration of up-and-coming talent being nurtured right in our own backyard. These films by college students across our state are some of the best representations of the future of film in Florida.

  • Year
    2024
  • Country
    United States
  • Language
    English
  • Premiere Status
    Other
  • Director
    Larry Flores II
  • Theme
    Short
  • Award
    Cinemaslam

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