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Tadpole

Country: USA, Language: English, 7 mins

  • Director: Jovan James
  • Writer: Jovan James
  • Producer: Chester Algernal; Elegance Bratton

CGiii Comment

A shy teenager named Chris anxiously prepares his room for his friend, Alex, to spend the night. When Alex arrives, Chris is caught off guard when Tommy, Alex's friend, joins them, making a crowd of three. The tension grows between Chris and Alex as they make their way through several awkward moments. In the middle of the night, Chris makes a risky move that will change his and Alex's relationship forever.


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Tadpole from Jovan James on Vimeo.

Cast & Characters

Shaun Brockington as Chris
Jackson Anderson as Alex
Mateo Ferro as Tommy