Heavy is the Head is a short experimental film that navigates the journey of a Black boy coming of age in America.
The story is an exploration of identity and the expectations that weigh on a boy learning to navigate a world that often sees him before he truly sees himself.
Chap Edmonson
Chap Edmonson is an award-winning filmmaker and producer based in Houston. His films have been showcased at prestigious venues in Cannes, Paris, Alfred, Austin, Los Angeles, and his hometown. Notable works include “Calm Remains” (2021) , “Hidden Life” (2022) and “You are Art” (2019). His versatile portfolio extends beyond films to include TV shows, commercials, music videos, web series, and award-winning documentaries. Collaborating with global brands like Warner Music, Chap’s impact resonates on both local and international scales.
Through the medium of moving images, I am compelled to create narratives of people who share my particularities in this life and a common ancestry. My work is rooted in a deep desire to connect with those who have come before me. Having grandparents who passed before my birth has created a void that now sparks a quest for knowledge of the oral history that has passed down through generations giving life to each of us. My work is a way of seeking an alternative route when engaging in activism, with hopes of contributing to my ancestor’s legacy.
I am driven by the color science of accurately representing the entire diaspora of black and brown skin tones while adding vibrance and depth. Carefully curated musical scores and atmospheric elements are the heartbeat of each body of work. I approach compositions unconventional, often breaking the rule of thirds to produce powerful images that assist in telling these stories of our rich history, the future to come, and the points in which they intersect.
Chap Edmonson
Chap Edmonson
Tahj Winston | Bree Angelique Dotson | Chase Newton | Maudejanei’ Alero | Mtalazia Stone | Vick Ogbogu | Oliver Stubblefield | Mad Mac, "Voice Actor" | Bryce Saucier, Cinematographer | Ryan Lin, 1st Ac | Esteban Caicedo, Gaffer | Teo Cortez, Key Grip | Abbie Preston, Production Designer | Diego Trevino, Production Assistant | Ethan Zuck, Composer
2024
U.S.A.
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