Film Lens
Straight Hustle is a short film that follows two street hustlers executing a 'cold' con in downtown Seattle. The film captures the intricacies of their con game, focusing on the quick pitch, misdirection, and the eventual payoff. The approach is grounded in a street-level perspective, providing a raw and immediate look at the hustling culture.
Commissioned by the Northwest Film Forum’s One-Shot program, the film has a runtime of 7 minutes. It presents a concise yet vivid portrayal of the dynamics involved in street hustling, emphasizing the skills and tactics employed by the hustlers in a bustling urban environment.
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.
Perfect For
Street culture enthusiastsShort film fansCon artist stories