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The Hustle

Edgar Ybarra
United States, 2016, 18 min.

In Spanish with English subtitles.
Includes adult language.

Rudolfo needs a ride to make his deliveries, Joe jumps in to help. But when things don't seem right to Joe, things quickly go down hill in THE HUSTLE

Director's Statement

Thank you for considering our little film from here near the U.S. / Mexico border. We hope you enjoy it, as it addresses a harsh reality here every day for many people in this region and our country in general. Driven by two time television Emmy Award winner director Edgar Ybarra and long running film actors Julio Garcia and Callie Hutchison, you'll see that the short isn't perfect but made with a perfect amount of love from our hearts to touch yours. 

Category: Drama.
Themes: Friendship, Mexican Culture, Road Trip.

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