Vin Diesel Short Film | Multi-Facial (1995)

A Night Out Turns Complicated

The Setup: A Romantic Evening

• The narrator describes his efforts to impress a girl he has been dating for three months, including bringing gifts and meeting families.

• They go out to an Italian restaurant, where the narrator notices another attractive man sitting behind them.

Confrontation at the Restaurant

• Feeling threatened, the narrator confronts the man, believing he is looking at his girlfriend. He reacts aggressively by hitting him on the head.

• As tensions rise, a friend of the man intervenes, pleading for peace and revealing that it was not his fault.

Reflection on Relationships

• The narrator realizes that his jealousy was misplaced and decides to pay for the other man's dinner as a gesture of goodwill.

• He expresses frustration about finding "good girls," suggesting they are hard to come by in today's world.

Career Aspirations and Auditions

• Transitioning from personal stories, there’s a discussion about acting careers; one character mentions booking a commercial.

• Another character shares their experience with auditions and reflects on how commercials can be seen as less prestigious than serious acting roles.

Industry Insights and Personal Opinions

• Characters discuss their experiences with auditions, touching upon offensive material in monologues and how it affects their perception in the industry.

• There’s a conversation about needing versatility in acting roles while maintaining personal integrity regarding what types of roles they want to pursue.

Mobile Mass and Studio Time

Initial Conversation

• The dialogue opens with a casual greeting, indicating a relaxed atmosphere among friends.

• One character expresses excitement about a tape recording but emphasizes the need to be authentic and suggests returning from the basement for more exposure.

• Discussion shifts to music style preferences, hinting at a desire for a specific sound reminiscent of West Coast hip-hop.

Musical Aspirations

• A brief musical interlude occurs, setting the tone for creativity and artistic expression.

• Lyrics are shared that reflect confidence and ambition in the rap scene, showcasing wordplay and personal flair.

• The speaker discusses views on conformity while expressing individuality through their unique background.

Reflections on Family and Identity

Personal Anecdote

• A narrative begins about childhood memories tied to theater experiences, particularly watching a family member perform in "A Raisin in the Sun."

• The speaker recalls arriving late to the play, which sets up an important moment of realization regarding performance and identity.

Lessons from Father

• A pivotal scene is described where the father’s powerful performance resonates deeply with the speaker, highlighting themes of pride and familial expectations.

• The father’s message about being proud transcends acting; it reflects broader aspirations for his son beyond racial stereotypes.

Understanding Legacy

• After his father's passing, the speaker reflects on misinterpretations of his father's wishes regarding acting careers, realizing he wanted him to pursue authenticity rather than conforming to racial roles.

Audition Experience

Feedback from Auditions

• Following an audition, feedback indicates that while different from previous performances, there was potential noted by casting directors.

Frustration with Stereotypes

• Another character expresses frustration over being typecast as either too wholesome or superficial during auditions.

Casual Interactions Post-Audition

Lighthearted Banter

• Characters engage in light conversation while ordering food post-audition, maintaining camaraderie amidst industry pressures.