Jerry Vilhotti

Johnny and his companion, far from home, wait overnight at a train station after a long journey, reflecting on kindness and small mistakes.

God and the devil debate creating perfect humans, testing them, and the inevitability of human flaws, ending with God's failed experiment.

Johnny recalls his fierce grandmother Mamasu, whose sharp tongue and actions left lasting marks on the family, as they gather for her funeral.

A group of men visit New Brunswick, gambling, fishing, and reflecting on life, family, and mortality while caring for a father recovering from cancer.

Johnny survives violence and reflects on his past, dreams, and family, grappling with trauma, race, and hope as he returns home to his loved ones.

Johnny, a teen, grapples with fairness after being told he's too old for Little League, ultimately sacrificing his spot for integrity.

A boy, Johnny, navigates family tensions and loneliness during Thanksgiving, finding solace in imaginary football games outside.

Johnny, pressured by family to become a boxer despite his disability, chooses a different path, finding meaning in education, family, and writing.

Johnny faces bullying and harsh discipline on his first day at a new Catholic school, questioning fairness and ultimately rejecting its authority.

Family visits their imprisoned brother Leny and his friend Talfie, reflecting on past crimes, family bonds, and neighborhood memories in the Bronx.

Byrom endures harsh discipline from his father, who justifies cruelty with elitist and religious beliefs, shaping Byrom's view of power and suffering.

Johnny, an eight-year-old, dreams of two suns while awaiting surgery, recalling childhood trials, friendships, and future hopes.