We specialize in story-driven commercial, documentary, and everything in-between. We’re a nimble team of filmmakers with a deep connection to human stories and what it means to be an authentic citizen of this world. Our team is attuned to the craft of storytelling, with roots in the Northeast and anywhere the wind takes us: from the bustling streets of Vietnam to the desolate shores of the Aleutian Islands.
When we met in District 4 of Ho Chi Minh City during production of Song of Earthroot, everything coalesced. District 4 represented everything that we are - a woven tapestry of streets, pushing us to make and explore. Always on the ground, with our people, moving. Together, we become something greater - storytellers with a burning creative fire.
Welcome to 4th District. We tell the stories of the changers and makers.
4th District is a minority owned business.
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Aaron Hwang
POST, CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Cloud person and mixed media poet. All things post-production.
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Jacob Chang-Rascle
DP, HEAD OF PRODUCTION
Mountain person and lighting obsessed. Can be found running towards sunsets.
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Joshua Pei
DIRECTOR, EXEC. PRODUCER
People person and harbinger of ideas. Journals in the gym between sets.
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Eric Wang
PRODUCER, FPV PILOT
Adrenaline junkie and drone nerd. Ski bum when not building and flying drones.
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Russ Laman
PHOTOGRAPHER, CAM OP
Adventure enthusiast and wildlife chaser. Most at peace while underwater.
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Peter Ackerman
PRODUCER, CAM-OP
Fire tender and storm welcomer. I love to listen and tell stories.