The MPI Original short film Shoot, Shovel, and Shut Up, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Trần Hoàng Calvin, was nominated for the Comedy and Drama Hour Award at the Castle Rock Film Festival. The fest highlights a curated selection of independent films across genres, bringing together filmmakers and audiences in a setting that emphasizes discovery and conversation. The film will screen on April 10 at 7:00 p.m. in Castle Rock, Colorado. Get your tickets here.

That same evening, Shoot, Shovel, and Shut Up will also screen at the Capital City Film Festival at 8:00 p.m. in Lansing, Michigan. A well-regarded regional festival, Capital City draws a wide audience and champions emerging filmmakers, offering strong visibility for independent films. Secure your seats here. Trần will be in attendance at the Capital City screening and will take questions from the audience.

Learn more about the film here and watch the trailer below.