Short Summary
Again. is a short film about a figure skater, Elle, who is desperate to prove her ability to be competitive at the next level to her coach Miranda. Miranda is intent on cutting a new program that day, and Elle wants to prove to her that she deserves to have that extra thirty seconds added on.
The film is passion project created by recent NYU graduates and former figure skaters. We hope to bring a serious story about the world of figure skating to screen and tell a tale of tenacity, dedication, and passion.
What We Need & What You Get
Again. is a small film and we don't expect needing much. However, as those of you in the figure skating world know, ice time costs money. Here's a breakdown of what we'll be using your generous donations for!
39% - Ice time for the shoot
39% - Equipment & Cast/Crew
22% - Food & Travel
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The Impact
We hope that Again. will challenge the popular perception of figure skating and celebrate the life lessons and work ethic that the sport gives to its athletes. We want to make a film that captures the passion it takes to persist despite feelings of failure and frustration. The story captures each individual's struggle with control: the ability to control one's on body, the frustration of not being able to control another's, and the lack of awareness of one's agency.
Risks & Challenges
Although we're super excited about this project, we're nervous too. As passionate young filmmakers and former figure skaters, we're hoping to but a unique spin on the way skating films are shot and told. Therefore we're looking to use our combination of strengths in what could be a risky but potentially really cool way. Of course this requires combining filmmaking and figure skating, which will be a challenge. But that's why we need your help!
Other Ways You Can Help
If you can't contribute to our crowd-funding campaign, please share us on social media, Facebook, Twitter etc., or by word of mouth! Of course, we will gladly except cookies, prayers, and well wishes too.
Bios
Claire Zajdel (Writer/Director)
Claire recently completed her undergraduate
studies in Dramatic Writing at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts
in December 2014. During her time at NYU, she majored in both Dramatic Writing
and English Literature. Her screenplay Love,
Isabelle was chosen as a finalist in the 2014 Fusion Film Festival for Best
Feature Screenplay. During her undergraduate career, she made the short film Lucy in the Sky. She was the co-founder and president of NYU’s
Backstage Theatre Company. She has interned at several entertainment institutions like Cherry Lane Theatre
and the Tribeca Film Festival. She has worked for writer/director Adriana Trigiani and director/producer Dick Richards. She strives to write television and film that inspires
hope and creativity in both children and adults.
At the age six Claire fell in love with figure skating. She grew up figure skating competitively in the Upper Great Lakes Region. She is a Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field and has tested to Junior in Freeskating. She has taught at Seven Bridges Ice Arena, Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers, and currently teaches at City Ice Pavilion.
Jennifer Coates (Producer)
Jennifer Coates began her venture into writing for film and television, when she chose to study at NYU’s Tisch School of the Art for a BFA in Dramatic Writing and a minor in Producing. In her venture into the entertainment industry, Jennifer interned within the writers’ room of Syfy’s HAVEN, through a placement with the Television Academy. In the Fall of 2014, she interned within the acquisitions department of IFC Films. During her time at NYU, Jennifer has produced two short films-- "Into Eternity" and "Untitled". Recently, Jennifer’s script The Lost Ones was a finalist in the Fusion Film Festival. Her one-act play,Hours of Joy, was awarded by the NAACP. Jennifer’s first feature film will begin production in India in January 2016.
Bridget Greaney (Assistant Director)
Bridget Greaney is a recent graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts Undergraduate Film/Television Program. The collaborative nature of the arts has captured her interest for many years, allowing her to move throughout digital, cinematic, and theatrical mediums with her work. Bridget loves discovering different ways to impact audiences with meaningful and relatable stories that, in the end, bring joy to viewers.