ABOUT THE FILM: Cassius, a Mexican-American garbage man who is a modern version of a worn-down gladiator, fights to make a living as a nighttime garbage man in the concrete arena known as the Bronx. Inevitably, he gets laid off one night and faces his fear of becoming homeless and a pariah. On his own terms, Cassius sets up his final farewell, but an electrical fuse unexpectedly defaults him and leaves him wandering throughout the night in quest of his truth.

ABOUT THE FILMMAKER: Kevin Haefelin (he/him) is a writer/director from Switzerland based between New York and Geneva. He graduated from Columbia University with an MFA in Screenwriting and Directing, he is a member of the Swiss Film Academy and BAFTA Connect. Kevin’s work revolves around societal issues and uses comedic tones. He is particularly sensitive to social injustice and misrepresentation and has been striving to voice concerns and anchor his pieces in contemporary settings.