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Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary

Bringing Baltimore City together through a human powered vehicle -- the bicycle.

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Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary

Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary

Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary

Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary

Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary

Bringing Baltimore City together through a human powered vehicle -- the bicycle.

Bringing Baltimore City together through a human powered vehicle -- the bicycle.

Bringing Baltimore City together through a human powered vehicle -- the bicycle.

Bringing Baltimore City together through a human powered vehicle -- the bicycle.

Andy Dahl
Andy Dahl
Andy Dahl
Andy Dahl
1 Campaign |
Baltimore, United States
$9,700 USD 138 backers
51% of $19,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

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Pictured above: James Lee

About the Film

Bicyclists of Baltimore started out as a social media project to celebrate the diversity of bicyclists in Baltimore City.  After experiencing the uprising in Baltimore this past May we wanted to contribute something even greater to the unification of our community.  By creating a documentary film we not only celebrate individuals, but bring them together in a visually compelling narrative that transcends social and economic barriers. 

We follow the lives of bicyclists from all corners of Baltimore exploring how the increase in cycling in Baltimore helps to shape the city as a whole, and strengthen our different communities.   We examine the ways in which Baltimore, a city with deep socio-economic and racial divides, can become united through the use of a human-powered vehicle.


Pictured above: Sarah Walker
"With bikes you're not relying on anyone, it's just your body."
- Sarah Walker

Our Mission

Historically, Baltimore is a very economically and racially segregated city.  Bicycling brings people of all backgrounds together for the many different needs that biking fulfills.  Our mission is to share individual and collective stories that reflect this complex reality of Baltimore, while providing a vehicle for union.

This documentary highlights people of diverse backgrounds, ages, genders, and experiences, and is for everyone who is passionate about the need for cities to work towards social justice.  We will screen Bicyclists of Baltimore not only in film festivals nationally, but in publicly accessible, open venues throughout Baltimore City.  In order to do this, we will need help and $$. That’s where you come in!


HOW WE INTEND TO USE THE FUNDS:
With your generous contributions we will be able to acquire the equipment, resources, and funding in order to bring the documentary to fruition, and screen the final product for not only Baltimore, but cities that are also experiencing similar struggles while working towards change. 

  • Composer & Original Soundtrack - (everyone likes music, right?)
  • Film Graphics & Animations - (titles for interviewee names and transitions)
  • Color Correction & Picture Work - (we want this film to look good)
  • Audio Mix & Sound Sweetening - (we want this film to sound good)


Pictured above: Miles Thomas
"It's a stress reliever... I feel free." - Miles Thomas

Perks!

By contributing to Bicyclists of Baltimore you will become an integral part of this documentary’s success.  Not only is your donation tax deductible, but you will also earn unique perks that come with each contribution -- such as a social media shout out, a DVD copy of the film, film screening access, or hanging out with all those that made this project a reality - the filmmakers, the crew, and all those enthused about Bicyclists of Baltimore!


Pictured above: Boson Au

"I've always been interested in working with my hands, so I can't even imagine if I didn't join the community of cyclists via a co-op." - Boson Au

The Impact

This documentary is about our diverse community of riders. Once completed we'll be screening it at distinct, outdoor locations all over Baltimore -- in both east, west, north and south regions of the city. We're currently in discussion with local non-profits to help organize events that will be totally free to the community. Bicyclists of Baltimore is of Baltimore and for Baltimore! Please help us continue to promote and uplift our city; the one that we love and the people within it.

Pictured above: Jamie Lee

"…It was pretty bad, but two weeks after my surgery where they put three plates into my face, I was like, 'Fuck it. I gotta ride!'…" - Jamie Lee

Pictured above:  Lamont "Lowrider King" Scribner

"...It's low, you ride slow, and everybody notices you." - Lamont Scribner

About the Filmmakers

Andy Dahl & Marissa O'Guinn

Andy Dahl, is a community organizer in Southeast Baltimore, and a life-long artist exploring multiple media as a means for community development. Marissa O’Guinn is an award-winning filmmaker and performing artist based out of Southeast Baltimore. As active bicyclists and visual artists living and riding in Baltimore City we know that it was once a rare sight to see people cycling through the streets of our city -- even on designated bike paths. Now, Baltimore is chomping at the bit for more biking  infrastructure through the emergence of group bike rides, bike advocacy organizations, and bike oriented gatherings.  Through Bicyclists of Baltimore, we document the ways that bikes are changing the city and the people that live within it.
bicyclistsofbaltimore.com

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Shout Out!

$10 USD
Social media shout out! + Bike ride with directors, cast, and crew!
8 claimed

Supporter Listing!

$25 USD
Your name added to the supporters page of our website + social media shout out + bike ride with the cast and crew!
13 claimed

Link to the Film!

$25 USD
An exclusive streaming link to the film upon completion + a social media shout out + a bike ride with the cast and crew of the film!
2 claimed

T-shirt!

$35 USD
With this perk you get an original Bicyclist of Baltimore T-shirt.
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August 2015
16 out of 30 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Bicyclists of Baltimore DVD!

$50 USD
DVD copy of Bicyclists of Baltimore upon completion + Your name added to the supporters page of our website + bike ride with the cast and crew!
19 claimed

Digital Download!

$50 USD
Digital Download of Bicyclists of Baltimore Documentary upon completion + Your name added to the supporters page of our website + bike ride with the cast and crew!
0 out of 20 of claimed

Pizza! Pizza!

$50 USD
An exclusive streaming link to the film upon completion + a bike ride with the cast and crew of the film + $25 gift card to Matthew’s Pizza!
0 out of 4 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

Pre-release Link!

$85 USD
Behind the Scenes pre-release online link to Bicyclists of Baltimore documentary and film trailer upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Wrap Party Invite + DVD!

$100 USD
Invitation to a party with the bicycle cast and crew OR skype into the party if you can't make it + Behind the Scenes pre-release online link to Bicyclists of Baltimore documentary and film trailer upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
10 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Signed Poster OR 15min Skype!

$150 USD
(Limited Edition) Bicyclists of Baltimore poster signed by the cast and crew OR 15 minute FaceTime session to ask any questions you like + DVD upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
2 out of 10 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Film Premiere Tickets!

$250 USD
Tickets to the Bicyclists of Baltimore film premiere + DVD upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
1 out of 15 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Special Thanks Credit!

$500 USD
You'll get a special thanks credit on the film + DVD upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
1 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Associate Producer Credit!

$1,000 USD
You'll get an associate producer credit on the film (this gives you an IMDB credit!) + DVD upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
0 out of 10 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Executive Producer Credit!

$2,000 USD
You'll get an executive producer credit on the film (this gives you an IMDB credit!) + DVD upon completion + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
0 out of 5 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Exec. Producer Credit + Bike!

$2,500 USD
You'll get an executive producer credit on the film (this gives you an IMDB credit!) + DVD upon completion + A BIKE(customized and rebuilt by Baltimore Bike Experience)! + Bike ride with the cast and crew!
0 out of 1 of claimed
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