Two street hustlers execute a “cold” con in downtown Seattle, demonstrating quick pitches and misdirection in a 7-minute short.
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Two street hustlers execute a “cold” con in downtown Seattle, demonstrating quick pitches and misdirection in a 7-minute short.
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In downtown Seattle, two street hustlers execute a “cold” con, demonstrating their quick pitch and misdirection. Commissioned by Northwest Film Forum’s One-Shot program, "Straight Hustle" captures the immediacy of their interactions. The seven-minute short film presents a raw look at the dynamics of street-level deception, revealing the strategies and risks involved in their hustle. The Safdie brothers direct this brief yet intense portrayal of urban life and the art of the con.
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Why Watch
- See street hustlers in action in Seattle.
- Follow the quick pitch and misdirection techniques.
- Meet the characters behind the cold con.
Did You Know
- The film was commissioned by Northwest Film Forum’s One-Shot program.
- Straight Hustle has a total duration of 7 minutes.
- The film is set in downtown Seattle.
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What is the duration of the short film Straight Hustle?
The duration of Straight Hustle is 7 minutes.
In what year was Straight Hustle released?
Straight Hustle was released in 2011.
What type of con do the street hustlers perform in Straight Hustle?
The street hustlers perform a 'cold' con in downtown Seattle.
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