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“An older device experiences heartbreak after replacement with a new high tech device.”

About the Film

Made for the Providence 48 Hour Film Festival in 2016, Upgrade tells the story of old personal assistance technology that has become replaced with the newest and greatest technology. However, sometimes being new and shiny has its downfalls.

Upgrade is a short film produced by Drew Furtado — A Personal Assistant Liason (P.A.L) sits on a bench with his owner.

Film Credits

Director: Drew Furtado
Producer: Patrick Stone
Assistant Director: Chris Gauthier
Music Composer: Matthew Tiramani

Additional Cast & Crew:

Sean Davis
Oliva Marques
Nora Furtado
David Lipshutz
Christopher Boardman
Steven Rys
McKinley Schroeder

Awards

Best Short Film Providence 48 Hour Film Festival
Best Writing Award
Best Actress Award
Best Use of Prop Award
Most Charming Robot Award

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A Personal Assistant Liason (PAL) looks on to his replacement, a younger high-tech device

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About the Author

Drew Furtado is an Emmy Award winning filmmaker, and leader of a nationally recognized high school media arts communication department .

He develops guides and strategies for nonprofit and educational organizations to improve and grow their social media presence, website development, and communication practices that best engages audiences.

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