Life tests the young love between high schoolers Farah and Edison, and challenges the compatibility of their cultural differences. Based on a true story.

Director Biography - Nathan R. Smith

Nathan R. Smith is a director, writer, and editor from the suburbs of Washington, DC. His career as a filmmaker began when he directed the viral music video for DRAM & Lil Yachty’s song “Broccoli,” which received two MTV Video Music Award nominations. Since that time, he has directed videos for artists such as Joey Bada$$, Mick Jenkins, Ali Gatie, Juice WRLD, Foster the People, and many others. His video "Temptation" for Joey Bada$$ premiered at the Sundance Next Fest, and his first short film "The Burger" recently had its world premiere at Beyond Fest 2024.

Director Statement

What length would you go to for love?

That is the complicated yet universal question my first love and I had to figure out at the naive age of 16. The true story depicted in this film between us and her family took place not even 6 months after we first met each other. This major event marked the beginning of an 8-year long period of secrecy and deception, yet also solidified the unyielding love and dedication we had for one another. It also revealed great allies we had in our corner to help nourish and support our relationship.

Years later, I became friends with her father. Hearing his perspective on the event and reflecting on my own, we grew a new understanding and respect for each other. What was once a triggering and scary encounter for both of us turned into a humbling one, and a reminder to “never judge a book by its cover.” Her father even makes a small cameo towards the end of the film!