The Original Badass

The Original Badass

A film by Simantini Chakraborty, Godfrey Reggio

DIRECTED BY

Simantini Chakraborty, Godfrey Reggio

WRITTEN BY

Simantini Chakraborty

PRODUCED BY

Simantini Chakraborty, Godfrey Reggio

CAST

David Aubrey (Editor), Gil Talmi (Music)

SYNOPSIS

A group of award-winning filmmakers has created a powerful film titled THE ORIGINAL BADASS that celebrates American ingenuity, innovation and influence. The apolitical film was made at a critical time during the momentous 2024 election year to inspire hope and bring people together in a deeply divided nation full of hate, anger and vitriol. This bold film is an urgent reminder that it is our collective responsibility to cherish and preserve the great American experiment.

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The Original Badass

DIRECTED BY: Simantini Chakraborty, Godfrey Reggio

WRITTEN BY: Simantini Chakraborty

PRODUCED BY: Simantini Chakraborty, Godfrey Reggio

CAST: David Aubrey (Editor), Gil Talmi (Music)

SYNOPSIS:
A group of award-winning filmmakers has created a powerful film titled THE ORIGINAL BADASS that celebrates American ingenuity, innovation and influence. The apolitical film was made at a critical time during the momentous 2024 election year to inspire hope and bring people together in a deeply divided nation full of hate, anger and vitriol. This bold film is an urgent reminder that it is our collective responsibility to cherish and preserve the great American experiment.