Films

The Yearbook

OFFICIAL SELECTION - Twin Cities Black F

OFFICIAL SELECTION - Soul West Fest - 20

A photojournalist for the high school yearbook discovers something perfect, but steadily his unconscious motivation surfaces into imagination, making memory indistinguishable from dreams.

A psychological drama about imagination and the human condition, exploring how our minds always have an influence on what we perceive as real. Made to be relatable for everyone, The Yearbook has universal themes and a presentation that will last through the ages.

Produced, Written, and Directed by

Gabriel Kawamura

The Third Chapter

An introspective man discovers a paradox tied to his past, inciting him to seek resolution in an unexpected place.

A quiet drama caught in the middle of a gripping paradox. Mysteries often hide in plain sight, waiting to be uncovered by an observant eye. Explore how one of life's unexpected mysteries is resolved from within through self-reflection.

Produced, Written, and Directed by

Gabriel Kawamura

The Birth of a Song

Morning rises on the dawn of battle as a reluctant knight seeks hope where none can be found and invigorates what's left of his army to stand shoulder to shoulder.

An historical drama about the fictitious founder of the University of Colorado, Captain Macky, and the inception of the CU Fight Song.

Produced, Written, and Directed by

Gabriel Kawamura

Undermined

Contracted by a gold mine prospector to eradicate an elusive pack of tommyknockers, a self-proclaimed mythical beast wrangler must face his most harrowing challenge yet in order to save the mine and continue his perfect record.

Undermined was produced for the University of Colorado at Boulder Cinema Studies and Moving Image Arts 3400 production course with professor and TTIFF founder Emilie Upzcak.

Director of Photography: Gabriel Kawamura

2nd place winner of the Virgil Grillo Award

Be Your Man

A happy-go-lucky guy draws in a growing parade of interesting personalities as he embarks on a journey to confess his love.

A narrative music video about ambition and reconciliation, revealing people's best intentions and accepting everyone for who they are.

Produced, Written, and Directed by

Gabriel Kawamura

Through My Eyes

Ben has been struggling to find himself. Hoping to make peace with his new reality, he turns to nature, but doesn't expect to uncover a deeper meaning in his new situation.

This psychological thriller makes the audience experience the film from the main character’s perspective through the veil of anxiety and paranoia. We personally consulted with a psychologist to achieve the most accurate and respectful portrayal of the idea presented.

Produced and Directed by Gabriel Kawamura

Through My Eyes website