Think You Know Boston?
Seventeen-year-old filmmaker Moses Sibley is inviting viewers to take a closer look at a city many may think they already know. In his latest short film, Sibley presents his short film, a personal and thoughtful look at his hometown—captured through his own lens and narrated with a tone that blends curiosity, experience, and pride.
Set to music by Israel, the short film takes viewers across familiar and lesser-known corners of Boston. Sibley visits locations such as the Boston Common, Newbury Street, and historic landmarks, weaving them into a broader narrative about what sets Boston apart—not just geographically, but culturally.
Rather than compare Boston to cities like New York or Los Angeles in terms of scale or fame, Sibley focuses on movement and energy. He notes that Boston “has its own distinct way of moving”—a rhythm shaped by the people, the neighborhoods, and the city’s layered history.
The film also captures scenes of everyday life: public transportation routes, faces of the community, and the local environment. Sibley’s camera lingers not just on the tourist highlights, but also on the character of the city—its streets, its pace, and the unique connection Bostonians seem to have with the spaces they occupy.
The film doesn’t attempt to define Boston in grand statements, but rather opens up a conversation about what the city feels like to live in—and how that experience can vary from block to block.
The film isn’t just a visual tour—it’s a personal one. Sibley makes it clear this is the city as seen through his eyes, not through a marketing lens. At just 17, he positions himself not only as a content creator but as a voice offering something different: youth perspective rooted in place.
The full short film is available now on YouTube.
