presents sunset junction
Log Line:
Amidst gang tensions and the LGBT movement of 1980's Los Angeles, Latino activist Andres fights to unify his community while finding unexpected love and purpose with Donald, an African-American man he meets in a club.
The Story
Set in the vibrant, quirky, and turbulent neighborhood of the Sunset Junction area, in the early 1980s, the story follows Andres, a young Latino gay man from East LA who grapples with societal rejection and the harsh realities of his community. Determined to make a difference, Andres becomes an activist, fighting to unify the LGBTQ+ community, Latinos, and local gangs. While he enjoys one-night stands to cope with his loneliness, his life turns when he meets Donald, an African-American man, at a club.
Initially, Andres resists forming a deeper connection with Donald, fearing vulnerability and the complexities of interracial relationships in a prejudiced society. However, their bond grows beyond physical attraction as they spend more time together. Donald's unwavering support and shared experiences help Andres confront his fears and internalized biases. Together, they navigate the turbulent landscape of gang tensions and the burgeoning LGBT rights movement.
As he strives to create a sense of belonging for his community, he bridges the divide between clashing groups, forming unexpected alliances to host the first Sunset Junction street fair, a daring symbol of unity that forces everyone, including himself, to confront their biases.
Andres discovers a profound sense of love and purpose through their evolving relationship. Donald becomes not just a lover but a steadfast friend and ally, helping Andres overcome crises and stand stronger in his fight for unity and acceptance. In embracing their love, Andres finds the strength to bridge the divides within his community, fostering solidarity among LGBTQ+ individuals, Latinos, and gangs and ultimately carving out a place of belonging and hope.
Initially, Andres resists forming a deeper connection with Donald, fearing vulnerability and the complexities of interracial relationships in a prejudiced society. However, their bond grows beyond physical attraction as they spend more time together. Donald's unwavering support and shared experiences help Andres confront his fears and internalized biases. Together, they navigate the turbulent landscape of gang tensions and the burgeoning LGBT rights movement.
As he strives to create a sense of belonging for his community, he bridges the divide between clashing groups, forming unexpected alliances to host the first Sunset Junction street fair, a daring symbol of unity that forces everyone, including himself, to confront their biases.
Andres discovers a profound sense of love and purpose through their evolving relationship. Donald becomes not just a lover but a steadfast friend and ally, helping Andres overcome crises and stand stronger in his fight for unity and acceptance. In embracing their love, Andres finds the strength to bridge the divides within his community, fostering solidarity among LGBTQ+ individuals, Latinos, and gangs and ultimately carving out a place of belonging and hope.
WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT SUNSET JUNCTION?
- Cultural Tensions and Unity: The film captures the struggles between gangs, the LGBTQ community, local business, police, and politicians, weaving a story of courage, empowerment, reconciliation, and love.
- A Journey of Self-Identity: Andres’s personal journey is as powerful as his activism, exploring complex themes of sexuality, belonging, the courage to live authentically, and the process of maturing into a real relationship.
- Based on True Events: Sunset Junction highlights a real historical event, resonating with those who seek stories of empowerment and triumph for the underrepresented and their communities.
Meet COnrado: Screenwriter/Director/Producer
Point of View & Storytelling
Gay, Latino, Political Strategist, Community Advocate, Activist, and Mentor, whose current work shines unique light upon historical inclusion, and contemporary representation.
EDUCATION
- B.A. Chicano Studies, Pitzer College, Claremont Colleges
- MBA, Yale University
- MFA, USC Peter Stark Producing Program
career
- Decades of exceptional experience in Los Angeles politics, fundraising, entertainment production and development, marketing, community advocacy, and theatrical direction and film adaptation.
Previous Production Experience
- Executive Producer for Disney's Aladdin Dual Language Edition, 2017
- Beauty and the Beast, 2018
- Ten Minute play, Are You Gay or Latino, for the Brown and Out Play Festival 2018
- Sister Act 2018, and Arena, A House Musical, 2021-2022 at CASA 0101 Theater.
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