To have a trailer for a doc that I edited (my first one ever, mind you) to live on my blog, this is a surreal feeling, and it’s been quite the journey for this doc. I’m so thankful it’s come to life, and I’m excited to share it with everyone. Do enjoy.
Produced & Directed by: Issaq Ahmed
Co-Producers: Brandon Isaac & Jordan ‘STiXX’ Hayles
Editor: Jordan ‘STiXX’ Hayles
Camera Operators: Brandon Isaac, Isiah Blake
Equipment By: Vistek
Additional Equipment and Assistance: Jeremy Nelson, Nicky Young
Music By: Tamari Russell
Audio Mixing: Ryan Wibowo
Colourist: Shameeka McLean
VFX: Kevin Briones
Archival Footage Provided By: Michelle & Jordan Hayles
Participants:
Paul Gonzalez Sr.
Bran Donn
Timaj Garad
Kotiande Yomo
SPECIAL THANKS:
Residents of 3847 Lawrence Avenue East
Gonzalez Family
McFarlane Family
Yomo Family
Neima Ahmed
Gavin Ottley
Jasmine Burke-Ishmael
Creatives of Toronto, Nicky Young (@creativesoftoronto)
Just Van Der Wolf
David Morales, Toronto Community Housing Corp.
Amir Akbari, East Scarborough Boys and Girls Club
RISE Edutainment
MuslimFest
Solaso Shop
Art Square Cafe & Creperie
Artscape Youngplace
Sidewalk Labs