Hypebeasts
Synopsis
The most coveted new sneaker goes on sale at 8am and sneakerheads across the country are camping out overnight to get them. RONNY, a young Filipino-American and die-hard sneakerhead, has been dreaming of these shoes for months, but his quest to get in line is hindered when a fast food cashier's racist joke offends his sister JUSTINE. Ronny's night takes a turn for the worst when he sees the same cashier in the sneaker line. Racial tensions among the sneakerheads intensify and Ronny's fear of not getting his beloved sneakers is quickly replaced with the fear that he and Justine are in serious danger.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jess Dela Merced
- Original Title
- Hypebeasts
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jess Dela Merced
Jackeline Tejada
Carl Byrd, Gigi Dement, Aldon Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Jess Dela Merced
Director
Gigi Dement
Producer
Jackeline Tejada
Editor
Carmen Cárdenas
Production Design
Haley Lieberman
Costume Design
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What is Hypebeasts about?
The most coveted new sneaker goes on sale at 8am and sneakerheads across the country are camping out overnight to get them. RONNY, a young Filipino-American and die-hard sneakerhead, has been dreaming of these shoes for months, but his quest to get in line is hindered when a fast food cashier's racist joke offends his sister JUSTINE. Ronny's night takes a turn for the worst when he sees the same cashier in the sneaker line. Racial tensions among the sneakerheads intensify and Ronny's fear of not getting his beloved sneakers is quickly replaced with the fear that he and Justine are in serious danger.
Who directed Hypebeasts?
Hypebeasts was directed by Jess Dela Merced.
Who stars in Hypebeasts?
The principal cast of Hypebeasts includes Jake Choi, Michael Rosete, Grizz Chapman, Jess Dela Merced, Charles Rogers.
When was Hypebeasts released and how long is it?
Hypebeasts was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 20m.