Doha Film Institute
Mohaq Short Film Programme
The new moon is full of hidden secrets and endless possibilities. The critical minds of young people will be challenged and stimulated by these films, which are appropriate for audiences 8 years of age and older.
Mohaq Short Film Programme (Schools)
Grief-stricken Armando isn’t very happy that he and his father are emigrating to Mexico, but Dad doesn’t seem to understand. Or does he?
Grief-stricken, Armando and his dad are moving from the USA to Mexico – and the youngster is not very happy about leaving his friends and familiar life behind. To make matters worse, his pet fish won’t be able to emigrate with them. Dad isn’t being very understanding about Armando’s reluctance to leave their home, and when it’s time to board the flight things get a little stressful. ‘Fish’ is a lovely reminder of the special things fathers do to show their kids they love them.

Credits

Director
Andrew Ruiz
Screenwriter
Andrew Ruiz
Producer
Tina Braz
Cinematographer
Jon Beanlands
Editor
Ugla Hauksdóttir
Production Company
Impossible Protagonist
Music
Saul Guanipa
Cast
Gerardo Rodriguez, Jaiden Clark, Annie Paul, Isaiah Register, Richard Waddingham, Michelle Beck

About the Director

Andrew Ruiz
Andrew Ruiz is a filmmaker who lives and works in New York City and Los Angeles. He received his MFA from Columbia University. His short film ‘Fish’ has screened at festivals around the world. Currently, Ruiz is a professor at Barnard College.