Draft:Lake George (film)

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  The disambiguation page for the primary name is Lake George (disambiguation). Robert McClenon (talk) 06:40, 22 November 2024 (UTC)

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Lake George, 2024 American independent thriller film written, directed, produced by and starring Hamid Antonio Castro. The film weaves a taut narrative around two protagonists-a just-released convict and a would-be father-who need to raise $100,000 in one night to save the execution of an incarcerated member of the family. Based on true events, critically acclaimed Lake George is a movie about unflinching storytelling, emotional depth, nuanced moral dilemmas, and human resilience. It had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024 and releases theatrically in January 2025. This is an independent film, since Castro himself fully financed it after refusing offers from streaming platforms due to his desire for full creative control. The film was shot in Orange County, New York in late 2023.

Plot

Against the New York underworld, Lake George churns a story of two desperate men bound by circumstance into an impossible odds situation. A convict just released after being implicated in an unsuccessful heist and a father-to-be race against time to save a loved one from the danger and deception web. The film explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the lengths people will go to protect those they care about.

Cast and Characters

Hamid Antonio Castro

as Psych

Castro plays the role of Psych, an ex-convict tormented, but determined, with much conviction. Indeed, his performance has received praise for its realness and emotional depth.  

Cindy Kimberly

as Katherine

Model-turned-actress Cindy Kimberly makes a powerful screen debut as Katherine, tough yet teeming with deeper emotions. Many critics believe that Kimberly's transition from modeling into acting is quite successful; comments were made about her charisma on screen and the possibility of her rising to stardom.

Rio Thake

as Rame

Thake plays the role of Rame, a soon-to-be father who finds himself in a truly harrowing situation. He brings further depth to this richly layered tension that pervades the film's narrative.

Sheck Wes

as Inmate

Known best for his career in rap, Sheck Wes brings raw energy into the Inmate, adding gritty reality to the atmosphere of the film. Sheck Wes, best known for his song, Mo Bamba, has over 1,000,000,000 streams on spotify.

Mike Markoff

as Damien

Markoff completes the ensemble as Damien, whose menacing presence raises the stakes in the story.

Production

Hamid Antonio Castro, born in Queens to immigrant parents from both Iran and Colombia, is a first-time director who found his way into the movie business after enjoying great success as an entrepreneur. Prior to being a filmmaker, Castro was a celebrity fitness professional who managed businesses that tended to celebrities. In 2017, he sold his business and relocated to Colombia to focus on screenwriting and filmmaking, self-learning the craft over four years.

Lake George was independently financed, with a budget of $2 million, with full artistic control for Castro. He is the writer, director, producer, and lead actor. As such, this film was very personal to him.

The film was shot on location in New York, something for which Castro drew upon his own experiences and knowledge of the city to craft an authentic setting.

Reception

Lake George premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024 to critical acclaim. Reviewers praise it for its engaging storyline, raw performances, and tight pacing. On social media platforms such as YouTube and Instagram, the trailer and other promos are getting a good response.

Official Social Media Pages

TikTok	Instagram
@lakegeorgethemovie	@lakegeorgethemovie
First video publish date: August 25th 2024	First video publish date: November 12th 2023

Critics have highlighted the film’s exploration of moral ambiguity and its intense, character-driven storytelling.

Director’s Accomplishments

Hamid Antonio Castro has been widely recognized for his work on Lake George, winning several awards, among them:

• Best First-Time Director Feature Film at the Portugal Indie Film Festival
• Best Feature Film at Prisma Rome Independent Film Awards
• Best Director at the Asian Independent Film Festival
• Best Original Story at the Asian Independent Film Festival

Excellent Achievements in Filmmaking, Asian Independent Film Festival A self-described "serial entrepreneur" determined to make art on his own terms, Castro's gamble is paying off as an emerging talent in independent cinema.

Legacy

Lake George stands as a testament to the power of independent filmmaking. The very path taken by Castro-from entrepreneur to filmmaker-is one of resilience and creativity that will undoubtedly provide inspiration for aspiring artists. Slated for a theatrical release in January 2025, Lake George promises to be a memorable experience that will further cement the place of Castro in the film industry.