"New Name”

"New Name" is an anthem of love, empowerment, and acceptance.

"New Name" is a documentary style music video that features a day in the life of Eleanor Batchelder and Fumiko Ohno as they celebrate Pride Month in their home of Jackson Heights, Queens.

Featuring: Eleanor Batchelder and Fumiko Ohno

Director: Casey Denaro/ Director of Photography: James McKenzie / Editor: Casey Denaro / Writer: Marcelino Sorza / Additional Cinematographer: Ashely Hiatt / Sound Mixer: Brandon Manderville / 1st AC: Amanda Rizzutio / Grip: Daryl March / Colorist: James McKenzie / Sound Design: Gabo Lugo

Music Written and Performed by Pam Reyes / Producer: Gabo Lugo / Band: Pam Reyes, Gabo Lugo, Brianna Leary / Mixing Engineer: Gabo Lugo / Mastering Engineer: Jett Galindo

This project was made possible in part by the Queens Arts Council through the Queens Arts Fund New Works Grant. And in partnership with Queens Center for Gay Seniors. A song I wrote for my brother, "New Name" is an anthem of love, empowerment, and acceptance.