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The Spirit of The Wild

A short narrative film tackling the spiritual and unexplainable presence of nature.

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The Spirit of The Wild

The Spirit of The Wild

The Spirit of The Wild

The Spirit of The Wild

The Spirit of The Wild

A short narrative film tackling the spiritual and unexplainable presence of nature.

A short narrative film tackling the spiritual and unexplainable presence of nature.

A short narrative film tackling the spiritual and unexplainable presence of nature.

A short narrative film tackling the spiritual and unexplainable presence of nature.

solomon olsen
solomon olsen
solomon olsen
solomon olsen
1 Campaign |
Bristol, United Kingdom
$429 USD $429 USD 14 backers
45% of $947 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Intro

Hey:) my name is Solomon Olsen, director and cinematographer. As a filmmaking I have explored our relationship with the wilderness through many different ways in the past. You can see some of these films on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiPjme18nJyfoV...

In this next film I tackle a disconnect with our natural surroundings. Focusing on the idea that we are fundamentally nature I shall represent a spiritual reconnection to our origin. As Norwegian philosopher Arne Naess suggested, if we could begin to identify with nature and realise the inherent worth of our planet, we could have a chance of saving it.

 

Aim

Since this project is the biggest I have planned so far, I can’t do it alone. I am reaching out to you guys to help bring this idea to a reality with the aim of raising £750 in the next 30 days. This will help fund crew, talent, equipment and all the other things it costs to finance a film. There are numerous perks to grab a hold of in return so check them out to receive some exclusive rewards.

 

Synopsis

This film explores the unexplainable presence of nature and our inner self. Touching upon what it is to weave through the wild. To live, resource and flourish in our relationship with the rivers and trees. For an infinite number of encounters with this wilderness awaits and this ever-complex system of life draws this soul into another passing moment. It is alive.

Exploring themes of travel, nature and spirituality this story is an ode to past experiences and an inspection of what the future might hold.

 

Conceptual Approach

The main ethos of this project is spending more time creating this project out in the field. To plan, film, direct and edit outdoors pushes this creation into not only a production about nature but a production of nature. This will introduce me to be involved in my work at a completely new level. On top of this I shall experiment with iterative making. This is a heavily making process and will particularly come to shine when working with the talent (model/actress) and filming various possible outcomes.

 

Influences

Reading concepts like deep ecology - Arne Naess, books such as 'On The Road' by Jack Kerouac and watching how others have communicated these ideas visually has helped build a strong research direction. See below if you fancy checking out some of these visual references. 

Tracks trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-DiOyxCQQI

A portrait of Majamama - https://vimeo.com/540647010

Urth - https://vimeo.com/320478080

 

Mood board

 

Character

A girl immersed in her environment, wild at heart, and driven to explore unknown land and mind. Considered with her head in the cloud and values solitude.
Strengths: curious, introspective, soulful
Weaknesses: restless, perilous, isolated 

 

Location

The film will be shot in Dartmoor National Park, Devon. This area hosts a range of locations such as forests, reservoirs, and rivers which I am all familiar with.

For set design I am looking to replicate a folky/experimental atmosphere (Where The Wilds Things Are). It would be great to shoot some scenes in treehouses/dens, lit with lanterns and paint this environment into a new character.

 

Conclusion

As a final note I just wanted to say a massive thank you in advance for your support. This is a project I have been thinking about for a long time and am so excited to bring it to life:)

Big love <3

 

*Some aspects of proposal are subject to change as film progresses*

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Small Movie Poster

Currency Conversion $6 USD
£5 GBP
Get your hands on an A5 poster featuring a still image from the movie!
Included Items
  • Small Movie Poster
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
2 claimed
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Behind The Scenes Footage

Currency Conversion $19 USD
£15 GBP
Get access to exclusive BTS on the making of this short film. Touching upon what it was like working in this environment, with the people and having an all round wicked time.
Included Items
  • Small Movie Poster
  • Behind The Scenes Footage
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
0 claimed
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Natural Pendant Necklace

Currency Conversion $32 USD
£25 GBP
I shall craft up a pendant from anything natural (stone/carved wood, etc...) I've found/made during the filming process and bound to hemp string. Wear as a necklace or hang up in your room as a great reminder of chipping into the film and vision:)
Included Items
  • Small Movie Poster
  • Behind The Scenes Footage
  • Nature Pendant Necklace
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
2 claimed
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Creditorial Thanks

Currency Conversion $44 USD
£35 GBP
Reaching out to the real homies, get your name featured in the credits, giving you a massive shoutout and representation in final outcome. A great way to feel part of the team making this come to life :D
Included Items
  • Small Movie Poster
  • Behind The Scenes Footage
  • Nature Pendant Necklace
  • Creditorial Thanks
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
1 claimed
Ships worldwide.

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