5Q's w/Pat Battistini "Dignity" and "Bandwidth" Director

#1: Can you describe your movie and why somebody should see it in less than 140 characters?

“Bandwidth” is an opportunity to look at the lighter side and laugh at how Covid has changed our lives.

“Dignity” is a compelling story of a legal issue that many people don’t even know exists.

#2: What do you want the Borrego Springs Film Festival audience to know about your film that isn’t obvious from its title?

“Bandwidth” is a comedic reminder of what we’ve all had to endure since our first day of lockdown due to the virus.

“Dignity” is actually a love story between a daughter and mother. It’s about a challenging issue that so many people have had to face in their lives.

#3: What is your movie making background? Tell us about yourself.

I started working in front of the camera many years ago. My passion for storytelling came to fruition when the opportunity of becoming a filmmaker was thrown in the mix. I realized I enjoy telling my own stories rather than acting out someone else’s stories.

#4: What was the biggest lesson learned in getting your film made?

Surround yourself with people you can rely on and that you like working with.

#5: What does the future hold for your film and you?

Always striving to make bigger and better films.