2024 Vahna Film Festival Submission
In the remote wilderness of Eastern Oregon, pro snowmobiler Ross Robinson escapes the pressures of competition by disconnecting from the world. Disconnect is an intimate and adrenaline-fueled documentary that follows Ross as he trades snow for dirt, cross-training on his dirt bike at his family’s secluded cabin, where the only tracks are the ones he leaves behind.
For Ross, the cabin isn’t just a retreat; it’s a place where he learned to ride, to push his limits, and to embrace the raw power of nature. Through stunning footage of him tearing through dense forests, rocky trails, and sweeping mountain vistas, the film captures the thrill of Ross’s two-wheeled journey, showcasing his daring stunts, the spills, and the triumphs that come with pushing himself to the edge. It's a story about finding balance, embracing roots, and the joy of unplugging from the noise to reconnect with what truly matters.
Directed by. John Anastocio Asuncion
Story and Riding by. Ross Robinson
DP, Edit, Sound & Color by. John Anastocio Asuncion
Special Thanks to. The Robinson Family
Role: Edit, Color and Finishing
Director: Ray Smiling
DP: Stephen McGehee
Executive Producer: Carole McCarty
Post Producers: Jared Hamburg & Samina Hannan
Mix: Sonic Union
Client: Subway Restaurants
Production Company: Division7
Agency: Dentsu Creative
Role: Senior Editor & VFX
Director: The Malloys
EP: Carole McCarty
Producer: Jared Hamburg
CD: Byron Wages & Jake Reilly
Client: Subway
Agency: Denstu Creative
Role: Senior Editor
Agency: Dentsu Creative
Client: Subway
EP: Carole McCarty & Elizabeth Hurd
Producer: Jared Hamburg
Editor & Colorist: John Anastocio Asuncion
Client: DIG INN.
Agency: Unusual LA
Director: Morgan Neville
Color and Finishing Service: Apache Digital
Colorist: Taylor Black
Supervising Online Editor: Rigoberto Madrigal
Online Assistant: John Anastocio Asuncion
Apache Producer: Luis Amaya
Apache Head of Production: Stefanie Schaldenbrand
Apache Executive Producer: Larue Anderson
Disney Plus Original
Director / DOP / Editor / Colorist: John ANASTOCIO Asuncion
Producer / Photographer: Tyler Brower
Athletes: Abbi Hamlin & Robin Viera
Client: Aprch CBD
Director, DOP, Editor, & Colorist - John Anastocio Asuncion
Producer & Photographer - Tyler Brower
Athletes - Abbi Hamlin & Robin Viera
Client - On Running
Editor & Colorist: John ANASTOCIO Asuncion
Director: Jamani Barrett
Producer: Tyler Brower
Client: Titleist
Role: Director, DOP, Editor & Colorist
Client: Oregon Ducks Football / Genuine Sports Group
Role: Director, DOP, Editor, Colorist
Starring: Tyler Brower
Client: Enso Rings
Role: Director / DOP / Editor / Colorist
Driver: Tommy Cadwalader
Client: BRAINDEAD
Shot on: Arri Alexa Mini
Omeez is a photographer and cyclist who’s been documenting the impacts that covid-19 and Black Lives Matter protest have had on the Bay Area this year. All while riding bikes around Oakland, CA with a group called Another Bike Club. This film shines a light on Omeez’s creative journey and getting a community together through the joy of riding bikes.
Role: Director / DOP / Producer / Editor / Colorist
Starring - Omeez Jones
Featuring - Another Bike Club
Drone Operation - Will Orantes
Stills Photographer - Sam Martin
Studio Location - All Black Studios / Oakland, CA
Music.
"Continent" by. The Journey
"Winter" by. Anbr
"Revelations" by. Tristan Barton
Special Thanks to
- Caleb Mah
- Almighty Gioo
- Ulisses
- Another Bike Club
- Will Orantes
- Sam Martin
- Omeez Jones
- Melanie Holliday
- Mom & Dad
Shot on: Canon C100 with Canon EF Lenses
Role: Director / DOP / Editor / Colorist
Camera Ops - Sam Martin
Producer - Omeez Jones
Team - Goerrr Go
Riders - Kali, Jorge, Gioo, Lamar, & EJ
Location - Oakland, CA
Shot on: iPhone 11 Pro & iPhone 12 Max
