OBservant Films

 The story of the iconic electronic music group Yello and their cult classic 1980s hit song. Oh Yeah is one of the most recognizable songs of all time, made famous by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and embodies 80s American culture more than any other song. While not well known in the United States, the Swiss duo that founded Yello have been making avant-garde music and videos for over 45 years. This film explores the cultural phenomenon of Oh Yeah and its enduring place in the American psyche, while introducing the unique artists behind the music.

 A portrait of Mitch Blank, the world’s foremost collector of Bob Dylan memorabilia and recordings, all kept in his tiny New York City apartment. This short film follows Mitch as he donates his life’s work to the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is a voyage into the ephemera of one of the greatest American musicians, a study on the nature of collecting and what it means to devote your life to something - then let it go forever.

After coming to New York in the 90's to enter the seminary, Reverend Vince Anderson dropped out to follow his second calling - music. With his band The Love Choir, he has played a now-legendary weekly show for over twenty five years. Reconnecting with his faith and using his intensely soulful music, he began to preach a type of spirituality that meets people where they are, is open to all, and moves everyone that sees him perform. Reverend Vince is also a dedicated activist, working with other progressive faith leaders in NYC and around the country to build inclusive communities. Featuring Questlove and members of TV On The Radio, The Reverend is a rocking concert film as well as an intimate portrait of Reverend Vince’s inspiring personal and spiritual life.