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New Film Explores Family Values Through High School Golf

8/29/2025

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*The Short Game*, directed by Frank Sanza and David Parks, premieres nationwide on August 29, 2025.
The film centers on a high school golfer managing sports and family duties, including caring for his autistic brother.
Shot in Texas during a heat wave, it underscores themes of family values and faith.
Sanza emphasizes the importance of teamwork in filmmaking, while Parks aims for the message of acceptance to resonate with viewers.

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Story summary

*The Short Game*, directed by Frank Sanza and David Parks, premieres nationwide on August 29, 2025.
The film centers on a high school golfer managing sports and family duties, including caring for his autistic brother.
Shot in Texas during a heat wave, it underscores themes of family values and faith.
Sanza emphasizes the importance of teamwork in filmmaking, while Parks aims for the message of acceptance to resonate with viewers.