HALLELUJAH

U.S.  |  2021  |  Short Film  |  13 minutes 56 seconds
After being stuck with the guardianship of their annoying, bookworm nephew, two brothers in Compton, CA have to decide if they are willing to take on the responsibility of being caretakers.  
DIRECTOR: Victor K. Gabriel  
PRODUCED BY: Duran Jones  
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  • "Hallelujah is a short, compact slice of story that feels fit to bursting with resonance, heart and relevance. "

    By Claire Fulton | Loud And Clear

  • "In just under 14 minutes, Victor Gabriel’s traumedy Hallelujah makes you laugh, kicks you in the heart, and then comforts you with a giant hug."

    By Rachel Ho | That Shelf

  • "It Knows How To Bring You To The Point Of Tears, Then Insert A Laugh Without Undercutting The Situation"

    By Amari | Wherever I Look

  • "Hallelujah is a beautiful rendering of an idea that hasn’t been talked about sufficiently: Love grows like weeds in the most unnatural and unacceptable places."

    By Federico Furzan | Movie Blogger

  • "Hallelujah [spotlights] what it means to belong..."

    By Alan Ng | Film Threat

  • "A short narrative told through both a traumatic and comedic lens, “Hallelujah” elicits feelings of rejoicing and optimism and keeps the audience engaged from beginning to end."

    By Thomasena | Music Movies Thoughts

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