I have a new hero and he's an elevator operator in Los Angeles. You just HAVE to meet him.
Ruben Pardo has had his self-described "up and down" career for 40 years, and he loves his work. He takes pride in the precision of his skills and values the opportunity to connect with people.
I am challenged by Ruben's positivity and am going to seek him out the next time I'm in L.A.
Seventy-five year old Ruben Pardo is the oldest elevator manual operator in Los Angeles. For six days a week over the past 40 years, he has helped the patrons of the Art Deco marvel at 5514 Wilshire Blvd “up and down” while enlightening them with positive musings on the simple joys of life. Congrats on 40 years Ruben! —————————————————————————— Starring: Ruben Pardo Produced and Directed by: Dress Code (dresscodeny.com) Executive Producers: Dan Covert + Andre Andreev Producer: Tara Rose Stromberg Cinematography: Andre Andreev Edit: Mike Cook + Dan Covert Color: Andre Andreev Assistant Camera: Herbie Wei Production Cordinator: Nick Stromberg End Titles: Rasmus Löwenbrååt, Dan Covert Music + Sound Design: YouTooCanWoo On Set Sound: Matteo Liberatore Shot on Location in Los Angeles on a Red Epic Special Thanks: Ruben Pardo, Ace Gallery, Kasey Taylor, Douglas Chrismas
Whatever you do, do it with all your heart...