OPEN MIC NIGHT

Step back in time to February 17th, 2016, and experience a slice of Hollywood history. This mini-documentary captures an intimate open mic night at the historic Pig 'N Whistle, a legendary venue that stood on Hollywood Boulevard for nearly 100 years before closing its doors for good.

Through raw performances and candid interviews, this film serves as a time capsule of a moment in America just months before the seismic cultural and political shifts of the 2016 presidential election. Featuring a diverse lineup of artists and voices, it reflects the anxiety and optimism of a pre-Trump era, offering a poignant glimpse into a world that feels both distant and familiar.

This short documentary preserves not just the art, but the spirit of a community, immortalizing a place that once brought people together in the heart of Hollywood.

With Alex Del Zoppo, Tony Kaye, Mike Giangreco, Kenji Chan, Eric Dash, Kyle Henson, Blanche Bullshit and Matthew Hughes.

Directed, Produced, and Edited by Graham High

Produced by Brittany High

Director of Photography Timothy Strader