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Animus Short Film

Provocative and nuanced, this short explores humanity, social unrest, and the environmental crisis.

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Animus Short Film

Animus Short Film

Animus Short Film

Animus Short Film

Animus Short Film

Provocative and nuanced, this short explores humanity, social unrest, and the environmental crisis.

Provocative and nuanced, this short explores humanity, social unrest, and the environmental crisis.

Provocative and nuanced, this short explores humanity, social unrest, and the environmental crisis.

Provocative and nuanced, this short explores humanity, social unrest, and the environmental crisis.

Kaytee Elliott
Kaytee Elliott
Kaytee Elliott
Kaytee Elliott
1 Campaign |
Sydney, Australia
$1,441 USD $1,441 USD 16 backers
45% of $3,174 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Short Summary 

Director's Statement

Human. Animal. Where exactly lies the difference?

Animus is an uncompromising reaction to both a world that is slowly eating itself as well as an anodyne culture of filmmaking that has come to permeate the independent film market in recent years.

A meditation on the relationship between human psychology and evolutionary biology that has led humanity to where it is today; it explores the minds of two fascinating characters, locked in an enticing battle of wits.

The content is provocative, contentious and intellectually stimulating; captivating in the same way  that watching a predator's kill is simultaneously horrific yet hypnotic. The style is visually striking; employing a rich mixed-media format that is at once psychedelic, surreal, classical and abstract.

Did we ever leave the jungle? Are the morals we champion innate or constructed? Is our true nature both altruistic and selfish?

At least the animals in us don't lie.

-Jamie Murray, January 2021



The Team

We have an all star cast and crew creating this extraordinary masterpiece. The talented and experienced professionals involved are committed and excited to bring this project to life with your help! Check out their brief bios below:
 

Jamie Murray - Writer & Director

Jamie Murray was born in Cape Town, South Africa in 1991. He immigrated with his family to Sydney, Australia at a young age and instantly took an interest in the rich culture of arts that permeated the city.

He studied a double major in English & Film Studies at UNSW, graduating in 2014. He then extended his studies to Sydney Film School, where he graduated with a diploma in screen and media in 2017, taking out best director honors for his debut long format short film, "Nangana."

Nangana went on to accrue 9 laurels; including several nominations for best director and best film at various film festivals, placing as a finalist at Orion Film festival, a semi-finalist at the prestigious Syd-Indie Film Festival, as well as winning Best Screenplay at the MCIFA in Melbourne. https://filmfreeway.com/Nangana 

Jamie has directed high-value music videos for signed artists including "Oceans" (2018)  "Dead Jokers" (2018) and "Move Me" (2019) as well as working as an editor for the web series "The Oxford Circus" (2018) and award winning  short films "Parastas" (2016, M. McKinney) and "Limbo" (2020, C. Sole.)

Jamie continues his work as a director in 2021 and has several new projects he is currently undertaking with the production collective 376 Films.
 

Kaytee Elliott - Executive Producer

Captivating, cutting edge and current - Kaytee produces content to create a real impact and impress her audience. She's always with one ear to the ground to get the next best thing out into the world.

She's particularly drawn to off centre ideas and new, fresh and sometimes risky ways to tell a story.

Her background in sales and marketing make her the perfect companion for considering release and audience engagement. She's produced projects which have received funding from both corporate and government agencies and is always keen to get boots on the ground and deliver on time. 

When she's not producing she's pitching her novel to literary agents in Sydney. Her passion is in the darkly comic, the sly phrase that cracks a smile and seeing an audience enjoy her production.
 

Calum Stewart - Director of Photography

Based in Sydney, Australia, Calum is a highly skilled director of photography and camera operator with a wealth of industry experience gained on a diverse range of national and international projects. He has become renowned for his visual flair, work ethic and creativity. https://www.calumstewart.com/ 
 

Fen Leon - Lead Role

Fen is a Melbourne born actor trained in musical theatre and stage performance. Last year he shifted to screen acting, secured an agent, and was cast in 9 short films. Their acting has covered comedy, drama, surrealism and coming of age stories. In tandem, Fen is undertaking a Master degree in Data Science. With a keen interest in the intersection of art, narratives and data.
 

Chris Hardy - Lead Role

Chris Hardy has been creatively involved in theatre and film throughout his whole life, and presently teaches English and the Creative Arts. With a strong passion for literature and the theatre, he studied acting under Kevin Jackson in Australia, and under Carrie Zivetz in Tokyo as part of the TIP (Tokyo International Plays) throughout the 1980’s.

He has co-written and performed in many stage productions and short films as well as founding the Austin Theatre Group. His independent film experience has seen him on screen at several Trop Fest Film Festivals in Sydney, Australia.

Chris majored in English Literature at Sydney University, and went on to write and direct several stage shows. Aesthetically he is drawn to a wide variety of genres, with a particular love for practitioners such as David Mamet and Martin McDonagh, as well as Tom Stoppard, Arthur Miller, Samuel Beckett and Shakespeare.
 

What We Need & What You Get

Animus is in heavy pre-production already, and we need final funds to secure location and top tier equipment (hiring anamorphic lenses). Your donations will ensure we use the best gear possible, 

  • We are looking to raise $5000 to cover the costs of location hire, equipment and post production delivery.
  • We are shooting 2 x days in an industrial style warehouse and these spaces can cost up to $2000/day to hire. We are working on getting a good deal with the owners and of course - with your help - we will be able to secure the ideal location and gear.
  • There are plenty of goodies to go round for anyone who donates! Check out the video and the listed perks for the full breakdown!
  • If we don't reach our goal, the funds will be used to get the best equipment money can buy (rent) and an affordable location.
  • We already have financial investment from the director and some close friends, so will be using the much needed extra funds to reallocate to design and complete the project.

     

The Impact

Your contribution will make a huge impact - we will be able to shoot at the ideal locations to make this project come to life and be able to afford equipment that will elevate the film to new heights. We just need to get over the line with a few final numbers.

  • Animus is a different, fresh take on some of the more complex and provocative conversation around humanity. The time is right to tell this story.
  • We hope Animus will have a similar impact as the director's other short Film, Nangana, which won numerous awards.
  • This is a real project which can really take off with your help! Help us make an impact on the world by bringing this project to life.

     

Risks & Challenges

Film making can be hard - and even more so in the current climate. But rest assured, we have already built a strong creative team and are well on our way to shooting and bringing the project to life!

  • Already in late pre-production, we have secured cast, crew and key design elements for the film. We are planning to shoot mid-late February and need your help to finalise budget for our ideal locations and gear!
  • We are 100% committed to getting this made and entering this film into festivals around the world - our talented and experienced team have enjoyed previous success with other projects, and plan to enjoy similar success with Animus.

     

Other Ways You Can Help

If you are unable to give any $$, that's absolutely fine! Share this page with your mates who would appreciate this film and would enjoy seeing it and getting it made!

Thanks for reading and hope to catch you at the premiere!

The Animus Team

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Animus Figurine

Currency Conversion $254 USD
$400 AUD
Real figurine used in the making of the film! Find a cosy place for it in your very own home!
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  • Animus Figurine
Estimated Shipping
March 2021
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Signed Animus Script

Signed Animus Script

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$200 AUD
The signed script! Writer and director Jamie Murray will sign the script and send you a personal note of thanks. Enjoy leafing through this story as you watch the film!
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  • Signed Animus Script
Estimated Shipping
March 2021
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Signed Animus Poster

Signed Animus Poster

Currency Conversion $190 USD
$300 AUD
Your very own, provocative and signed Animus poster!
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  • Signed Animus Poster
Estimated Shipping
March 2021
1 claimed
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