CHICAGO - Local filmmaker David Parks is stepping onto the national stage with his latest project, The Short Game, opening in theaters nationwide on Aug. 29.

The backstory:

The family drama tells the story of a teenage golfer chasing a state championship while caring for his autistic younger brother, who ultimately helps him rediscover confidence in what truly matters in life.

Parks developed the script with a longtime friend and his wife, before turning it into an independent feature. His daughter, Emma Parks, stars in the film after unexpectedly landing the role of Carly, the golfer’s best friend.

"It was amazing to get to do this with my dad," Emma said. "On set it felt like any other project, but at home he’d tell me how proud he was. That’s something I’ll always cherish."

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