Paras Chaudhari
Aman, Co-Director, Writer, and Editor
As the leader of the pack, Aman struggles to balance his love life with that of his life on the court.
A close group of friends are confronted by anger and racism on the basketball court they call home: Astoria Park.
For Aman, Taso, and their friends, it would be just another day on the basketball court. However, the summer heat brings familiar enemies. With basketball and freestyle rap as their platform, each gang struggles to protect their identity and territory in the uncomfortable racial dynamic that is post 9/11 New York City. Tensions rise, and the anger escalates into a high-octane battle of wits and will.
Astoria Park was filmed entirely on location in Astoria, Queens. Combining the unique aspects of basketball, freestyle rap, and melting-pot cultures, Astoria Park is the voice of a new generation of independent filmmaking.
Paras Chaudhari
Aman, Co-Director, Writer, and Editor
As the leader of the pack, Aman struggles to balance his love life with that of his life on the court.
Chrysovalantis Stamelos
Co-Director, Writer, Director of Photography
Behind the lens, Valantis brings to life the ensemble cast of Astoria Park.
Ami Sheth
Sapna
As Aman's love, Sapna wins the hearts of not only Aman, but the whole neighborhood.
Jose Perez
Sean
Fallen from grace, Sean finds the presence of South Asians too close for comfort.
Manish Dayal
Sha
The player that can’t get off the phone, or keep his women straight.
Saila Rao
Maya
A mysterious beauty who holds Taso’s heart in her hands.
C.L. Rivera
Taso
A young man on the verge of losing his innocence, he struggles to save his first love from leaving.
Sam Ghosh
Nitin
A young mild-mannered friend who stands up for himself and his friends, especially in the eyes of adversity.
Curtis Pierre
Soheezi
As the group’s loud-mouthed member, builds a tension between himself and Nitin.
Mike Fiore
Tommy
The wisest guy on the street, Tommy acts as Sean’s shadow, copying everything he says and does.
Damion Martin
Demetrius
As Sean’s righthand-man, he brings a level of danger to Aman and his friends.
Anaam Shahjahan
Anaam
Ever the egoist, Anaam always feels the girls are looking at him.
Ramfis Myrthil
Ram
A good-hearted friend who struggles to face Sean on the court.
Mark Katsaounis
Mark / Music Composer
A man who speaks through his dumbeki, he brings the vibe of Astoria Park to life with his music.
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Scenes from Astoria Park
Shoot Me For It
Sean and his crew try to invade the court, but the guys are not having it.
Scenes from Astoria Park
Get Her Number
Which one of the guys will be man enough to "get her number"?
Los Angeles Greek Film Festival
June 29, 2008
GOIOP Mini-Indian Film Festival
November 16, 2007
MIAAC Film Festival
November 9th, 2007
Action On Film International Film Festival
July 28, 2007
WINNER - Outstanding Cast Performance
Official Selection - Best Produced Screenplay
New York Hip Hop Film Festival
July 18, 2007
Official Selection - Best Short Film