499 Days
Louisville, Kentucky | Film Feature
Documentary
499 Days is a feature-length documentary project that delves into the journey of a young boy, Kyler, and his battle with DIPG - a rare, terminal brain cancer. Our movie highlights his bright spirit and the resilience and hope of his family against the backdrop of personal loss and a global pandemic.
499 Days
Louisville, Kentucky | Film Feature
Documentary
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
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499 Days is a feature-length documentary project that delves into the journey of a young boy, Kyler, and his battle with DIPG - a rare, terminal brain cancer. Our movie highlights his bright spirit and the resilience and hope of his family against the backdrop of personal loss and a global pandemic.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
When better to launch a campaign to help #DefeatDIPG through Kyler's story!
Our project aims to resonate not only with those directly affected by pediatric cancer but also with all individuals navigating the complexities of medical trauma and caregiving under duress. We seek to offer solace, understanding, and community to those enduring the emotional and logistical challenges of caring for loved ones facing severe health crises, providing insights into the resilience required in such journeys. Our large and broad audience encompasses healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone touched by the universal themes of love, loss, and hope amidst adversity.
In Short, Our Movie is for Everybody.
Why us? We're Kyler's family, survivors. There's no one better to share his incredible story. Join us, become one of Kyler's Warriors.
Why This?
DIPG still maintains a 0% survival rate and treatment options have remained largely unchanged since American astronaut, Neil Armstrong lost his daughter in 1962. But, through community and awareness, we can change that.
Why Now?
We need help. Nearly every day that we aren't spreading awareness and helping to increase funding for DIPG treatment, another child is lost to this tragically underfunded disease.
Here is our promise to you:
We will share Kyler's story wide and in a way that will change the landscape of pediatric cancer care, community, and education forever and across the globe.
Here's some copy/pasteable social copy to make it easier on you to help spread the word:
I'm helping Kyler's Warriors #DefeatDIPG and you should too! [INSERT S&S LINK]
And our $30,000 initial goal is just the start!
If we raise $35,000: we'll be able to cover all of the costs of running this very campaign!
If we raise $40,000: could cover a few more great songs to add to the soundtrack!
If we raise $45,000: we'll be able to pay for some travel and housing to attend festivals!
If we raise $50,000: we'll be able to cover some delivery costs to our distribution partners!
And if we raise even MORE: we'll be able to cover a tour with the movie and team, holding screenings for organizations, hospitals, and learning institutions across the globe ensuring Kyler's story will reach the largest possible audience and his team of Warriors will continue to grow, dedicated to defeat DIPG.
Contributions are 100% tax deductible (to the extent permitted by law, of course) through our fiscal sponsor.
499 Days is a sponsored project of The Louisville Film Society, a non-profit arts service organization. The Louisville Film Society (LFS), celebrates the art of cinema in all its glory, with a particular interest in film art that contains strong regional ties. As a passionate community of film enthusiasts, LFS is dedicated to providing resources and support to local filmmakers as well as enriching the Greater Louisville community through exposure to engaging and innovative films and cinematic programming.
Now please be sure to pledge if can, share to your circle if you're able, and do anything and everything you can to help support the cause!
Wishlist
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Editing
Costs $10,000
Editorial is crucial to the completion of the project and telling the best story
Finishing
Costs $10,000
Finishing costs include color correction and sound polish, music, credits, etc.
Festivals
Costs $10,000
A successful festival run is crucial to finding the widest possible audience
Cash Pledge
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About This Team
Director / Producer: Jamie Buckner is a Kentucky born, NY-based director/writer/producer and founder of the independent content collective, Derby City Productions. From independent to larger studio projects in his adopted home of NYC, Jamie worked his way up alongside Spielberg, Ephron, Scorsese and more. His feature debut as a director/writer, Split is the world’s first romantic bowling comedy. His non-fiction debut as a producer, Call Us Ishmael, is a look into the fascinating cultural permanence of Melville’s Great American Novel, Moby-Dick. Other recent credits include “The Morning Show” (AppleTV+), Driveways (Berlin ‘19), Rust Creek (IFC Films), Asphalt City starring Sean Penn (Cannes Film Festival 2023, In Competition), Absolution starring Liam Neeson, and New Line Cinema’s upcoming sci-fi thriller Companion.
Producer / Editor: David Shaerf, raised in both the US and New Zealand is currently a resident of Detroit. He is a filmmaker and associate professor at Oakland University with a deep passion for storytelling and documentary cinema. His expertise lies in documentary filmmaking and screenwriting, blending academic insights with creative narratives. Shaerf's work often explores themes of identity, community, and the human experience, as evidenced in his feature documentary "Call Us Ishmael," which delves into the cultural impact of "Moby-Dick." His approach combines rigorous research with a compelling visual style, making his projects both informative and emotionally resonant.
Consulting Producer: Jennifer Sims has over a decade of experience working in production for film, television, and new media. She specializes in empowering artists and building strong channels of communication to produce the highest quality content. Most recently, Jen has committed her time and talents to More Salt Productions, amplifying voices and stories that have been traditionally silenced. Recent credits include Adam McKay’s series demystifying finance, This Giant Beast That is The Global Economy and the groundbreaking Lifetime series Surviving R Kelly: The Reckoning. A proud member of the PGA and Film Independent, Jen has provided support and oversight for productions around the world.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
When better to launch a campaign to help #DefeatDIPG through Kyler's story!
Our project aims to resonate not only with those directly affected by pediatric cancer but also with all individuals navigating the complexities of medical trauma and caregiving under duress. We seek to offer solace, understanding, and community to those enduring the emotional and logistical challenges of caring for loved ones facing severe health crises, providing insights into the resilience required in such journeys. Our large and broad audience encompasses healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone touched by the universal themes of love, loss, and hope amidst adversity.
In Short, Our Movie is for Everybody.
Why us? We're Kyler's family, survivors. There's no one better to share his incredible story. Join us, become one of Kyler's Warriors.
Why This?
DIPG still maintains a 0% survival rate and treatment options have remained largely unchanged since American astronaut, Neil Armstrong lost his daughter in 1962. But, through community and awareness, we can change that.
Why Now?
We need help. Nearly every day that we aren't spreading awareness and helping to increase funding for DIPG treatment, another child is lost to this tragically underfunded disease.
Here is our promise to you:
We will share Kyler's story wide and in a way that will change the landscape of pediatric cancer care, community, and education forever and across the globe.
Here's some copy/pasteable social copy to make it easier on you to help spread the word:
I'm helping Kyler's Warriors #DefeatDIPG and you should too! [INSERT S&S LINK]
And our $30,000 initial goal is just the start!
If we raise $35,000: we'll be able to cover all of the costs of running this very campaign!
If we raise $40,000: could cover a few more great songs to add to the soundtrack!
If we raise $45,000: we'll be able to pay for some travel and housing to attend festivals!
If we raise $50,000: we'll be able to cover some delivery costs to our distribution partners!
And if we raise even MORE: we'll be able to cover a tour with the movie and team, holding screenings for organizations, hospitals, and learning institutions across the globe ensuring Kyler's story will reach the largest possible audience and his team of Warriors will continue to grow, dedicated to defeat DIPG.
Contributions are 100% tax deductible (to the extent permitted by law, of course) through our fiscal sponsor.
499 Days is a sponsored project of The Louisville Film Society, a non-profit arts service organization. The Louisville Film Society (LFS), celebrates the art of cinema in all its glory, with a particular interest in film art that contains strong regional ties. As a passionate community of film enthusiasts, LFS is dedicated to providing resources and support to local filmmakers as well as enriching the Greater Louisville community through exposure to engaging and innovative films and cinematic programming.
Now please be sure to pledge if can, share to your circle if you're able, and do anything and everything you can to help support the cause!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Editing
Costs $10,000
Editorial is crucial to the completion of the project and telling the best story
Finishing
Costs $10,000
Finishing costs include color correction and sound polish, music, credits, etc.
Festivals
Costs $10,000
A successful festival run is crucial to finding the widest possible audience
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Director / Producer: Jamie Buckner is a Kentucky born, NY-based director/writer/producer and founder of the independent content collective, Derby City Productions. From independent to larger studio projects in his adopted home of NYC, Jamie worked his way up alongside Spielberg, Ephron, Scorsese and more. His feature debut as a director/writer, Split is the world’s first romantic bowling comedy. His non-fiction debut as a producer, Call Us Ishmael, is a look into the fascinating cultural permanence of Melville’s Great American Novel, Moby-Dick. Other recent credits include “The Morning Show” (AppleTV+), Driveways (Berlin ‘19), Rust Creek (IFC Films), Asphalt City starring Sean Penn (Cannes Film Festival 2023, In Competition), Absolution starring Liam Neeson, and New Line Cinema’s upcoming sci-fi thriller Companion.
Producer / Editor: David Shaerf, raised in both the US and New Zealand is currently a resident of Detroit. He is a filmmaker and associate professor at Oakland University with a deep passion for storytelling and documentary cinema. His expertise lies in documentary filmmaking and screenwriting, blending academic insights with creative narratives. Shaerf's work often explores themes of identity, community, and the human experience, as evidenced in his feature documentary "Call Us Ishmael," which delves into the cultural impact of "Moby-Dick." His approach combines rigorous research with a compelling visual style, making his projects both informative and emotionally resonant.
Consulting Producer: Jennifer Sims has over a decade of experience working in production for film, television, and new media. She specializes in empowering artists and building strong channels of communication to produce the highest quality content. Most recently, Jen has committed her time and talents to More Salt Productions, amplifying voices and stories that have been traditionally silenced. Recent credits include Adam McKay’s series demystifying finance, This Giant Beast That is The Global Economy and the groundbreaking Lifetime series Surviving R Kelly: The Reckoning. A proud member of the PGA and Film Independent, Jen has provided support and oversight for productions around the world.