Co-directors Salvatore Scarpa and Max Burgoyne-Moore join us to discuss "Largo," their short film about a young Syrian refugee in the U.K. that took nearly five years to develop. The filmmakers open up about the dynamics of their creative partnership, exploring how two voices shaped one vision, and what can be achieved within the constraints and creative possibilities of short film format.Our conversation explores the timely urgency of their subject matter and their unwavering commitment to message over accolades. Salvatore and Max discuss how conveying the humanitarian crisis remains their primary goal, with the festival circuit, from HollyShorts to Oscar-qualifying platforms, serving as a valuable bonus rather than the driving force behind their work. Their perspective on prioritizing authentic storytelling over industry validation offers a refreshing take on independent filmmaking's purpose and impact.

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