Cleveland Premiere

About This Film

Groundbreaker Winner
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Festival Year: 2025
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Run Time: 99 Minutes
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Film Type: Feature
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Animated: No
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Countr(ies): USA
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Language: English
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English Subtitles: No
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Captions: Closed

Film Overview

Filmmaker David Fortune won the prestigious Directors to Watch Award at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival for his black-and-white debut sensation, about a recently widowed Black father who just wants to treat his young disabled son to one great day in metropolitan Atlanta, no matter what obstacles stand in their way.Following his wife's recent passing, single father Lucky finds himself navigating the challenges of raising his son Mason, who has Down syndrome. Mason is an 11-year-old exuberant boy who enjoys drawing and watching baseball with his dad. Seeking solace, Lucky and Mason embark on a journey across Metro Atlanta to attend their first baseball game together. Throughout their day-long trip, they encounter Murphy's Law. From car breakdowns to missed trains, the duo faces a series of obstacles that test their relationship with each other. Despite the setbacks, they persevere, determined to reach the game. Together, Lucky and Mason learn that healing does not await them at the mountaintop, but can be found with every step along the path. “Color Book” provides an intimate portrait of a father and son, while exploring the experiences of raising a child with Down syndrome, highlighting the strength and resilience that emerge from their bond.GUEST(S) ARE SCHEDULED TO BE IN ATTENDANCE FOR Q&A

Film Contact: Color Book LLC

Cast & Crew

Directed By

David Fortune

Produced By

Kiah Clingman, Kristen Uno, Autumn Bailey-Ford

Screenwriting

David Fortune

Cinematographers

Nikolaus Summerer

Editors

Oriana Soddu

Principal Cast

Will Catlett, Jeremiah Daniels, Brandee Evans, Terri J. Vaughn