We’re always telling stories.
When we’re not making an awesome commercial or a brand video, Focus Group Media loves making movies! Many of our short films have screened at major film festivals around the country and won numerous awards.
Film Festivals & Awards
Palm Springs International Shortfest 2017
Kansas City Short Fest 2018 - Best Short Film
NewFilmmakers LA 2017
San Diego Film Awards 2018 - Best Director & Best Screenplay
Borrego Springs International Film Festival - Best Latino Film & Audience Award
Coronado Island Film Fest 2017
San Diego Latino Film Festival 2017 - Best Frontera Short
Orlando Film Festival 2018
San Francisco Latino Film Festival 2017
Oceanside International Film Festival 2017 - Audience Award Best Film
Pasadena International Film Festival 2017
Chicano International Film Festival 2017
San Antonio Cine Festival 2017
Our Barrio
Our Barrio tells the story of Gabriela, a young woman on the verge of adulthood, who lives with her family in a diverse neighborhood. Struggling with her identity, Gabriela is forced to reckon with herself when her life comes to an abrupt halt.
Other Short films
Con Boys
Best Film - 48 Hours San Diego Film Project 2016
A Good Ol’ Chap
Best Film - 48 Hour San Diego Film Project 2014