The Architect: A Montford Point Marine (2023)
17m
Running Time
September 30, 2023Release Date

The Architect: A Montford Point Marine (2023)
17m
Running Time
September 30, 2023Release Date
Plot.
In this dynamic and dramatic short film, an African American veteran takes us on an extraordinary journey through his life. From a chance visit to the Pentagon, to growing up in a vibrant integrated neighborhood, his story is one of resilience and inspiration. Fueled by the determination to seize educational opportunities, he enlists just in time to experience the racial divisions of his era before Truman desegregates the military. Thrust into the brutality of the Korean War, the weight of combat becomes an indelible part of his soul. Returning home, he embarks on a new path as an architect and discovers unexpected connections in far-off Pakistan. As his family expands, his sons reflect on the man who raised them and the legacy he instilled. This film unearths the essence of the Black experience in the early 20th century, paints a vivid portrait of the Chosin Reservoir, and unravels the intricate tapestry of race, family, and personal growth.
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Cast & Crew.

David Wilcots
David Wilcots

Eric Wilcots
Eric Wilcots

Henry Wilcots
Henry Wilcots

Zhenglong Zhong
Voice Actor

Daniel L. Bernardi
Director / Writer / Producer

Trevor Getz
Writer / Producer

Daniel Jamieson
Co-Writer / Editor / Animation

Andrés Gallegos
Cinematography
Details.
Release DateSeptember 30, 2023
StatusReleased
Running Time17m
Budget$22,000
Genres
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This Movie Is About.
korean war
architecture
veterans
battle of chosin reservoir
unsung heroes in the military
segregation in the military
montford point marine
resilience and dedication of soldiers