Across is the short film about the boyhood of Augustine Tolton, America's first black priest, is set in 1863. Ten-year-old Gus wants to escape slavery with his family, but a cruel overseer, the Mississippi River, and the chaos of the Civil War stand between him and freedom.

Producer Princella Smith talks about why this story is important.
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Writer/Director Christopher Foley gives a short overview of the amazing true story of Father Tolton.

A creepy little anecdote from the making of Across....

The star of Across talks about acting and Father Tolton, who he portrays.

TRAILER FOR: The short film about the boyhood of Augustine Tolton, America's first black priest, is set in 1863. Ten-year-old Gus wants to escape slavery with his family, but a cruel overseer, the Mississippi River, and the chaos of the Civil War stand between him and freedom.