June 15, 2026 | Filed under: News, Spotlight
Filmmaking is part of Brent Morris’ DNA.
After years of producing and production managing, the New Mexico filmmaker is stepping out as writer director
of the short film, “In Between.”
At the beginning of June, near Gallup, the New Mexico based producer’s directing dream became a reality as he
put together a talented and dedicated team to film a proof of concept.
“In Between” is the story of a young boy, Ezra, and his mother, Janiece, as they journey from Philadelphia to
the Navajo Nation, where they encounter a family Ezra believes is his from a previous life.
In the form of a supernatural thriller, Ezra's knowledge and memories help solve the mystery of his past life. The storyline also touches on the issues of uranium extraction and its legacy on the Diné people. Aided by Navajo Nation
police officer Nora Kee and her missing and murdered people's task force, Ezra leads them to a climactic finale of karmic retributive justice.
“The unique, diverse cultural perspectives here enhance storytelling on a personal level. It is such a joy to do creative work in the vast landscape here and I’m grateful to have found support from the local community,” Morris said.
Stay tuned as Morris works to take the short film into a feature film and shoot in 2027.
This is just one story of a New Mexican moving up within the industry.