Summary
Story Ave is the feature film debut of Aristotle Torres, praised for its drama, storyline, and performances by Asante Blackk and Luis Guzmán.
The film's emotional connection is beautifully enhanced by Pierre Charles' musical score, featuring rich string textures and tender melodies. The soundtrack, set to release on October 20th, captures the internal struggles of the protagonist Kadir, while also serving as a poignant reminder of the film's powerful moments.
The feature film Story Ave serves as Aristotle Torres' directorial debut and is an expansion of his 2018 short film bearing the same title. Asante Blackk takes on the lead role of Kadir, a talented visual artist who immerses himself in the world of graffiti gangs, finding a sense of both community and danger. His encounter with Luis, portrayed by Luis Guzmán, occurs when he tries to steal from the older man. Reviews of Story Ave highlight its compelling drama, captivating storyline, and the outstanding performances delivered by Blackk and Guzmán.
Adding to the captivating nature of the story is the musical score composed by Pierre Charles. Known for his work on projects like They Cloned Tyrone, East New York, and Inventing Anna, Charles has crafted a score that perfectly complements the narrative of Story Ave. We are thrilled to present a sneak peek of one of Charles' tracks titled "His Plate" from the Story Ave soundtrack, which will be available in its entirety on October 20th. Press play below to have a listen.
Listen To The Story Ave Original Motion Picture Soundtrack On October 20th
The interviews conducted by Story Ave have revealed the profound personal bond each filmmaker shared with the movie, exemplifying the heartfelt connection depicted in "His Plate." Despite its brevity, this piece sets the foundation for Charles' entire score, highlighting the lush string textures and delicate melodies that will likely characterize the soundtrack in its entirety. The moving sound of the score was ultimately achieved through the masterful implementation of cellos, trumpets, and a twenty-five-piece string ensemble.
Pierre Charles' heartfelt writing is sure to please fans of film scores and instrumental music, regardless of whether they have seen the film. It also serves as a wonderful way to relive the most powerful moments of Story Ave. Working closely together, Aristotle Torres and Pierre Charles have created a score that truly embodies their shared vision. With track titles such as "Kadir's Dream," "Kadir & Malik's Theme," and "The Blank Canvas," the inner struggles faced by Kadir throughout the film are hinted at, while pieces like "Bodega y Luis" serve as powerful reminders of the story itself. Don't miss Story Ave, now showing in theaters. The Story Ave Original Motion Picture Soundtrack will be available on October 20th, courtesy of Gardener Recordings.