Filmmaking
I've directed five short films since 2017. My first short film, La Visita, was selected as part of the Sundance Ignite program in 2018.
I also currently have three projects in development including feature film versions of Gettysburg and Frat House Massacre. Please reach out for links to any of the films.
Gettysburg
Thanksgiving in New York. Albert, a young man in his 20's, is having a great time until he finds out his Grandma is coming. Hopefully she won't recite the Gettysburg Address.
Currently in post-production.
Written, directed, edited by Joshua Bogatin. Produced by Alfred Giancarli and Ben Pakman. Starring William Banks, Constance Shulman, and Caroline Yost.
Parkway Hop
Two ex lovers, Matt and Aviva, meet for the first time since Matt has become an Orthodox Jew. They take a walk together, searching for an understanding of how they’ve each changed.
World Premiere Rooftop Films 2025. Official selection Bend Film Festival and San Francisco Jewish Film Festival.
Directed and edited by Joshua Bogatin and Ben Pakman.
Produced by Chris Rivera. Written by Ben Pakman. Starring Julia Mounsey and Ben Pakman.
La Visita
An undocumented Mexican woman living in the United States learns the true value of being a good neighbor.
2018 Sundance Ignite Winner. NFFTY Official Selection 2018 - closing night.
Written, directed, edited, and produced by Joshua Bogatin and Gerardo Coello Escalante. Starring Aris Mejias.