Hi all, this is David Gauvey Herbert, the director of FRANK. In the film, we follow 99-year-old attorney Frank Lucianna as he tries his final criminal case. I wanted to explore how a career becomes a calling, what it's like to work more than 100 murder trials, and how Frank made sense of it all. I'd love to answer any questions you have about the film! Thanks for watching.
Hi David, great job on the film-I really enjoyed it! I’m a filmmaker and law student, so I found it especially impactful. And that ending! A few questions: How did you choose this topic? Did you know Frank personally, and was he eager to share his story, or did it take some convincing? I’m also curious about your process-did you start with an outline or a specific ending in mind? How long were the production and post-production stages? Again, fantastic work-a fitting tribute to an inspiring individual.
I ve just tuned in, DGHerbert, but had to pause to think about your opening post . “Vidmarker 12:40 “ has just thrown me. . . . will complete viewing…. You have touched on a gem w/Mr. Frank P. Lucianna.
Every lawyer in NY i know, mostly in my family, are rich AF. This guys gotta really love the job to stay in it and not retire in his 70's or 80's like most people lol
When I see this, it reminds me so much of my step father: he's 70, and has written books on public speaking, taught public speaking and english, and worked as an advisor to the local mayor for 11 years. He has met with congressmen, senators and governors, and he even met JFK. He still works: does free-lance writing, and part time teaching. He works like a horse, and could keep working forever if he was immortal. The day he's gone is the day I dread the most. He's been so much of a father to me.
Thank you so much for this touching documentary. I feel like I knew Frank Lucianna, maybe because my grandmother had a similar type of tenacity and endurance. She passed at the age of 94.
Perfect!!! The framing, editing, grade and sound design were a perfect accompaniment to this beautiful story. Love seeing anything Oppenheim and Hurtsellers are involved in.
My father is a civil attorney part time practicing full time businessmen and he is 83 and a half. Hope he gets to live to 99 as vibrant as Frank and passes away with no major issues.
🌼 His name was Bill original owner of the Crab Pot..Long Beach, Washington..Let’s go fishing, clamming and Dungeness 🦀 crabbing..Well Done Esquire!! 🥰😘
Criminal defence lawyers don't let criminals back onto the street, juries and judges do. Don't blame lawyers for doing their job well and representing their clients well.
🌼 His name was Bill original owner of the Crab Pot..Long Beach, Washington..Let’s go fishing, clamming and Dungeness 🦀 crabbing..Well Done Esquire!! 🥰😘🌼
Hi all, this is David Gauvey Herbert, the director of FRANK. In the film, we follow 99-year-old attorney Frank Lucianna as he tries his final criminal case. I wanted to explore how a career becomes a calling, what it's like to work more than 100 murder trials, and how Frank made sense of it all. I'd love to answer any questions you have about the film! Thanks for watching.
Short and sweet, really captured what the guy seemed like in such a short format. Really enjoyed it!
Hi David, great job on the film-I really enjoyed it! I’m a filmmaker and law student, so I found it especially impactful. And that ending!
A few questions: How did you choose this topic? Did you know Frank personally, and was he eager to share his story, or did it take some convincing? I’m also curious about your process-did you start with an outline or a specific ending in mind? How long were the production and post-production stages?
Again, fantastic work-a fitting tribute to an inspiring individual.
Beautiful film, very touching. I love the color and shot selection. What was the backstory to making the film?
I ve just tuned in, DGHerbert, but had to pause to think about your opening post . “Vidmarker 12:40 “ has just thrown me. . . . will complete viewing….
You have touched on a gem w/Mr. Frank P. Lucianna.
@@Hab9127 Thank you!
That was one well told story. Amazing slice of life.
Thanks to Frank’s family for sharing his life with us.
Every lawyer in NY i know, mostly in my family, are rich AF. This guys gotta really love the job to stay in it and not retire in his 70's or 80's like most people lol
When I see this, it reminds me so much of my step father: he's 70, and has written books on public speaking, taught public speaking and english, and worked as an advisor to the local mayor for 11 years.
He has met with congressmen, senators and governors, and he even met JFK. He still works: does free-lance writing, and part time teaching. He works like a horse, and could keep working forever if he was immortal.
The day he's gone is the day I dread the most. He's been so much of a father to me.
What are the names of his books?
Accidentally clicked on this - was so captivated that I stayed until the end, and shed a few tears.
Such a well told story. Bravo.
Thank you so much for this touching documentary. I feel like I knew Frank Lucianna, maybe because my grandmother had a similar type of tenacity and endurance. She passed at the age of 94.
For a law student, this is CRAZY.
only 75+ years to go
Perfect!!! The framing, editing, grade and sound design were a perfect accompaniment to this beautiful story. Love seeing anything Oppenheim and Hurtsellers are involved in.
Incredible. One of the best docs i've watched in a while.
Very moving. Well done. Thank you for posting this film here for free. I feel honored to have seen it.
Thank you for the video, it’s incredible how one fall is the beginning of the end. It happens so many times. RIP🙏🏻
I saw this at DocNYC and everyone in the theatre was crying at the end. Such a touching piece and a powerful piece of filmmaking.
My father is a civil attorney part time practicing full time businessmen and he is 83 and a half. Hope he gets to live to 99 as vibrant as Frank and passes away with no major issues.
These are the stories the world needs. Shoutout to Frank and also to the New Yorker for finding this gem.
The best cinematography I’ve seen in a documentary.
Rest in peace, Frank.
Aw. When did he pass?
@@ConKhiMyDen He died November 28, 2022.
RIP, Frank.
@@etcetraetcetra3173 Did it happen at that desk? @1:55
@@ConKhiMyDen Pay attention...
@@ShainAndrews boo hoo
Beautiful. Beautiful people, beautifully shot. Bravo, well done.
I very much appreciate this
First time hearing someone giving a real life example 100 years ago. 5:26
I loved this documentary. I don't even think I blinked once through the whole film. Thank you for this. Mr. Frank Lucianna, rest in peace sir.
99 years, and ennui ain't one.
Amazing journalism, thank you The New Yorker.
Well, I hadn’t planned on crying today…
Wow. That was great. Memory eternal.
What a nice documentary of a life well lived and a profession well professed!
He's such an inspiration 🎉❤
Beautifully done. Beautiful family!
A beautiful documentary
What an amazing story, thank you!
This is beautiful, thank you🌹
Rest in peace, what a wonderful life
Wonderful, marvellous, delightful, well done, many thanks.
I love this ❤ omg! There is still hope for me 💖💯🤠
Best Documentary Short Film nomination-worthy
as a caregiver seeing the daughter have to give him his boost in a law office really tickled me
A poignant story, well told. RIP, Frank 🙏
Incredible!
he came, he saw, he conquered, and never quit. RIP
Wonderful film
Mahalo! A life well lived and timely with the Thanksgiving holiday.
This is excellent.
Beautiful Filmaking
Peace be with you Atty.Lucianna 🙏
Nice!
Bravo
what an amazing lil doc ♥
What a great video
⚓️ Thanks Frank 🌈
This was a great American story.
Rest well, Frank..
Beautiful.
Pretty cool 👍 Law is his chess board and he can't quit playing.
What an amazing story
Wonderful.
As someone lives in florida, I really wish that we could claim Frank.He's adorable .
Nice. Real nice.
I want to be Frank when I grow up!!!! I feel the same way about teaching. 😊😊Why retire?
que hermosa documental
Thankyou bery much for this.
Legend
even lawyers can't afford to retire now?
I think he said he wanted that because it was boring to retire or smth.
and a mob lawyer at that
Must be nice to be rich and able-bodied, especially at 99. I'm 35 and on disability
“To unearth the goodness “.
What song is he signing ?
Rest in Peach, Attorney Frank P. Lucianna!
Adorable❤
Look at my lawyer, dawg
What's the secret to your longevity? Churros! RIP, Frank.
Eighth Air Force patch and medals on the wall...B-24s. Another of our World War II heroes gone. Thanks for everything Frank.
If my grandfather was still alive he’d be 99. He served in WW2. Passed in ‘83.
See any Al's
Anyone know what the beautiful opening italian soundtrack is called?
Nah, this doc is 🔥 A24 film directed by Wes Anderson type shi
look at my lawyer dawg
RIP FRANK🙏🙏🙏
RIP
Lovely esthetic,
Wow
🌼 His name was Bill original owner of the Crab Pot..Long Beach, Washington..Let’s go fishing, clamming and Dungeness 🦀 crabbing..Well Done Esquire!! 🥰😘
End quote
great film but i cant help feel after a certain age you should retire because you are dealing with peoples lives
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Fordson told them to end quote
The Wes Anderson cinematic style fits with this caricature oh so perfectly.
Wait so he represented Richard Kuklinski?
To put his career into perspective…. Mr. Frank could’ve represented Albert Anastasia and John Gotti’s great grandchild. Wow.
Aberdeen
Rest In Peace, Mr. Frank 🙏🏻
Naw they mafia no thier fine fine up standing ppl errrr never did no wrong ever tgeys swears ask Johnsons
Oh noooo he passed away?? Sorry wasn’t to the end when I made last comment. Crying like a baby now. Thank you for making this video. 😢😢😢
Yay thanks for the huge spoiler
@@TheMockatiel 😆 I don't think that's a spoiler. What do you think this video is about?
Bronkling brothers and sisters 5 plus plus plus
🥲🥲🥲
Bronkey breads
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Hee hee ha he ha he ha hee
Nice job planet of the zells
The amount of criminals he’s let back out on the streets is mind-boggling.
Bro do you have to complain about every random video
That's kinda his job. Don't hate the player
Criminal defence lawyers don't let criminals back onto the street, juries and judges do. Don't blame lawyers for doing their job well and representing their clients well.
Clearly you don't understand the concept of a zealous advocate.
🌼 His name was Bill original owner of the Crab Pot..Long Beach, Washington..Let’s go fishing, clamming and Dungeness 🦀 crabbing..Well Done Esquire!! 🥰😘🌼