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Never Alone - Short Film

After an incident with police leaves a teen fatherless, he finds a unique way to deal with his loss.

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Never Alone - Short Film

Never Alone - Short Film

Never Alone - Short Film

Never Alone - Short Film

Never Alone - Short Film

After an incident with police leaves a teen fatherless, he finds a unique way to deal with his loss.

After an incident with police leaves a teen fatherless, he finds a unique way to deal with his loss.

After an incident with police leaves a teen fatherless, he finds a unique way to deal with his loss.

After an incident with police leaves a teen fatherless, he finds a unique way to deal with his loss.

Donijah Collier
Donijah Collier
Donijah Collier
Donijah Collier
2 Campaigns |
Chicago, United States
$110 USD 8 backers
2% of $5,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Overview
Never Alone is the story of a black charismatic teenage boy from a moderately wealthy neighborhood, whose father was racially-profiled, shot, and killed, by the hands of the police. Depressed and filled with overwhelming grief, through a coping mechanism, he imagines his father as his spiritual guide; to teach him how to forgive, rekindle his relationship with his mother, and come to terms with his father’s death.

Meet the Crew

 

Donijah Collier

Writer/Cinematographer

 Donijah Collier is currently studying cinematography at Columbia College Chicago. He has worked on several projects including documentaries, event coverage, student films, and commercial work. Donijah has worked as a camera operator, camera assistant, grip,  and gaffer on a plethora of projects since 2014.
 

 

 

 

 

O'Rion Craig

Director

O’Rion Craig is a Cinematographer and Director currently studying at Columbia College Chicago. He has experience in a variety of production types such as film, commercial, event coverage, weddings, documentary, and music video production. O'Rion has also received the Gordon Parks Award for Leadership and creative vision from Community TV Network.

 

 

 

Johnathan Pendleton

 Assistant Director/Producer

 Johnathan Pendleton is a young filmmaker from Chicago. He has worked on numerous projects such as commercials, short films, and event coverage. Johnathan has also worked with organizations such as Blue 1647 and After School Matters. His dream is to change the visuals arts for the better.

 

 

 

 

Brandon Towns

Media Manager/Editor

Brandon Towns is currently studying advertising and social media marketing at Bradley University. His short film 'Broken Development' won best student film at the Little Mexico Film Fest and he was also an official selection at the All American High School Film Fest.

 

 

 

 

Ivan Salazar

Graphic Designer/ Photographer 

Ivan attends the University of Illinois at Chicago and is majoring in graphic design. His art tackle issues such as sexuality, culture, and stereotypes. Ivan's objective in photography and film is to spark a conversation about social norms in the U.S. and how it affects people from diverse backgrounds.

 

 

 

Why this Story is Important to Us.

It seems as if every day you hear of another unarmed person of color be gunned down by the police, but very rarely do you heard of what becomes of the victim's family. With Never Alone, we want to focus on what happens after the news trucks leave, the human element. These victims were more than just a story on the 6 o'clock news. They had families, and people who loved them.  As a diverse group of filmmakers,  we believe we understand the magnitude of the issues and themes we want to include in our film. We hope to accurately portray what it is like to lose a parent and the harsh realities that people of color face as victims of racial profiling and unjust policing.

 

What We Will Need 

In order to bring this project to fruition, we will need your support. It's important that we take the necessary steps and precautions to avoid any obstacles that might occur while shooting.  Your generous donations will go towards things such as (but are not limited to):

  • Camera and Gear Rentals
  • Production Design
  • Transportation
  • Locations
  • Food/Craft Servies
  • Grip and Electric
  • Sound Equipment
  • Distribution/ Film Festival Fees

 

The Impact

Due to the stigma around policing, and racial profiling, in the United States, stories involving any injustices done by law enforcement officials are often never told. We want to change the narrative. By donating to this project, you are helping to reinvent the types of stories that are being told.

 No contribution is too small, and any and all help is appreciated. As backers, you are not only investing into this project, but you are also investing in the careers of the young artist that are working on this film.  The cast and crew on this project are all voluntary, everyone is working on this project out of love and passion for the artform. All of the proceeds that are donated will go towards the film itself. Help us reach our goal to tell this story the best way we possibly can.

 

Other Ways You Can Help

If you are unable able to support us financially, don't worry you can still help.

Help us spread the word, tell your friends and family members.

The more people we reach with this project, the more people we can inform of the issue.

Please share this link across all forms of social media.

With your support, you can make our dream a reality. Thank you!

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