BODEGA | A Queer Short Film by Sharik Geneve

Logline: In *BODEGA,* two queer girls cross paths in the most unlikely of places—a Brooklyn deli. What begins as an innocent spark of attraction soon spirals into a gripping tale of blurred boundaries, obsession, and the complexities of desire. *About the Film:* *BODEGA* is a powerful exploration a queer relationships, told through the lens of an intense psychodrama. Written and directed by Sharik Atkinson, this film moves beyond the typical coming-out narrative to examine the nuanced dynamics of connection and obsession within lesbian relationships. The story is set in the vibrant backdrop of Brooklyn and is brought to life through stunning visuals captured on a Blackmagic 6K camera. *Cast and Characters:* - *Eve:* Ocean VanExel - *Nora:* Zoe Lika - *Deli Guy:* Carlos David Rodriguez - *New Employee:* Mauricio Corona - *Brooklyn Resident:* Cole Ransom - Background roles played by Kiran Sankar, Reisherd Martinez, Charlie Luft, and Linton Atkinson *Crew:* - *Writer/Director:* Sharik Atkinson - *Director of Photography:* Alicia Ramirez - *Producer:* Sam Katz, - *Executive Producers:* Linton Atkinson, Darlene Atkinson - *Co-Producer:* Heavy Shovel Productions - *Line Producer:* Steele Hamme - *Costume Designer:* Fionna Lui - *Art Director:* Aliyah Amani Sabirah - *Script Supervisor:* Fernanda DeSouza - *Sound Designer:* Nate Flaks - *Editor:* Blake Pruitt - *Colorist:* Alexander MacLean - *Gaffer:* Natalie Larkowski - *Key Grip:* Angelique Storer - *Hair:* April Andreu - *Makeup:* Jennifer Eliza - *Behind-the-Scenes Photography:* Asia Kristina Jones, Ashley Hernandez - *Behind-the-Scenes Videography:* Marcus Wilson - *Set PAs:* Tiffany Sinclair, Kayla McCullough, Sam Barrera *Keywords:* - Queer cinema - Lesbian film - Psychodrama - Independent film - Brooklyn filmmaking - Blackmagic 6K cinematography - LGBTQ+ representation in film - Authentic queer storytelling *Special Thanks and Recognition:* *BODEGA* would not have been possible without contributions from Derek Cianfrance, Paapa Essiedu, Dule Hill, The Sodium Ranch, Foryst, Toyin Robinson, Isabel Walker, and Eric Grisanti. Why Watch *BODEGA* ? If you’re searching for a film that challenges stereotypes and offers a fresh perspective on queer relationships, *BODEGA* is for you. With its unforgettable characters, gripping storyline, and stunning visuals, this film invites audiences to rethink the boundaries of attraction, connection, and obsession. Subscribe to our channel to stay updated on *BODEGA* ’s journey, including behind-the-scenes content, exclusive interviews with the cast and crew, and announcements about upcoming screenings and festivals. #QueerFilm #LGBTQStories #BODEGA #IndependentCinema #BrooklynFilm #Psychodrama