“There is something I want tell you.” Many coming out stories start with this line and so does the short film TRUE TO YOU by Jacob Charton. It tells the story of a young man that struggles with his feelings, his religion and culture – but needs to stand up for himself.
Director/Writer/Editor: Jacob Charton
JACOB CHARTON is a 23-year-old Mexican Jewish filmmaker and photographer in Los Angeles. Jacob directs, writes, and edits. His films are soft, emotional portraits exploring identity, love, and heritage. His photographs are of LA artists, shot on 35mm film. He adores Xavier Dolan’s Mommy, Sofia Coppola, Beach House, stickers, and neon lights.
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