BOUND the movie
New York City, New York | Film Feature
Drama, Thriller
In order to escape her drug dealing abusive stepfather, a young introvert flees to NYC. After successfully reinventing herself, she realizes she must confront her dark past, to truly be free. At its core, BOUND is about family, survival, and forgiveness, a story our divided country needs right now!
BOUND the movie
New York City, New York | Film Feature
Drama, Thriller
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In order to escape her drug dealing abusive stepfather, a young introvert flees to NYC. After successfully reinventing herself, she realizes she must confront her dark past, to truly be free. At its core, BOUND is about family, survival, and forgiveness, a story our divided country needs right now!
About The Project
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Mission Statement
The Story
We are thrilled to begin the next steps of the movie making process! Thank you for joining the BOUND team, we could not be doing this without you! You rock!!!
In order to escape her drug dealing abusive stepfather, a young introvert flees to NYC. After successfully reinventing herself, she realizes she must confront her dark past, to truly be free.
*Full synopsis or screenplay available on request
I was compelled to write BOUND after a conversation with Alexandra about her past. I was surprised that someone who faced such hardships could be so well put together. I knew it needed to be shared for victims still dealing from past trauma.
Trauma can be isolating and victims often feel alone, misunderstood, or helpless...which makes it important to hear real stories like Alexandra's and realize with the right kind of help, things can get better.
I wrote BOUND for those who were bullied, abused, or just never quite fit in, to let them know they are not alone, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and trauma does not have to define them.
We humbly ask you to join our team and bring this impactful story to those in need.
ISAAC HIROTSU WOOFTER wrote the screenplay for Steven Seagal’s action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. His screenplays have won or placed in festivals 17 times, including in: Austin Film Festival, Page, RIFF, Screencraft, Scriptapalooza, JumpStart, CWA, Script Lab, Filmmatic, Scriptation, IFIPG, and The World Series of Screenwriting.
As a director, Isaac’s written, produced, and directed multiple book trailers for New York Times Best Selling Authors.
As an actor, Isaac’s spent over 20 years performing in TV, films, commercials, regional theaters, and festivals all over the world. He’s played many lead roles including the role of Joey in the Tony award winning Broadway show War Horse. In 2008 he was nominated for a Falstaff award, along with Patrick Stewart, for best supporting actor.
Isaac received his MFA from Columbia University.
ALEXANDRA FAYE SADEGHIAN hasn’t stopped working in film production since moving to New York in 2015 and is a rising star in the indie film scene. She has produced, directed, assistant directed, production coordinated, cast, and acted in numerous features, shorts, documentaries, web-series, and commercials.
As an actor she has appeared in over 30 indie projects, including Shakespeare's Shitstorm, Outwitting the Devil, Fragile Heart, Protege Moi and The Secret of Cuck Island. Upcoming projects include; Guns of Eden, Bound, Chiro Killer and the Devil's Network.
She attended the New York Film Academy and was recently nominated as best actress in a drama short at the Brightside Film Festival.
MAXIMILIAN LEWIN is a multi-award winning cinematographer. He’s shot over a half a dozen feature films, over twenty narrative shorts, and countless commercials for Levi’s, Covergirl, Gibson, Pepperidge Farm, Livestrong, Terminix to name a few. He’s worked with a variety of bands to create music videos and promotional content, and collaborated with top comedians, social media stars, and major companies to produce an array of comedy sketches and viral videos.
JUSTIN GIDDINGS is an award- winning filmmaker and entrepreneur with a mission to empower artists and innovators. He is also a crowdfunding expert consultant and has helped artists/investors raise nearly 7 million for their projects. As an actor and director he is best known for BITE ME, OUTPOST, and SHAMELESS.
We wouldn't be where we are at right now if it wasn't for our incredibly diverse, uber talented, and passionate Associate Producers. Everyone is a master of their own unique skill set that fills all the gaps, adds to the creativity, and inspires each one of us to step up our own game!!!
GO TEAM!!!
A scarred girl hides behind her hoodie, wondering what she is more afraid of; others or herself. When she finally musters up the strength to take a stand against injustice, she’s betrayed by the very family she tried to protect...so she runs away.
During her journey she faces unimaginable hardships that teach her the importance of living with a clean conscience, that friends are the family you get to choose, and that to truly break free from what binds you…you must face the demons you left behind.
This universal and easily relatable story of endurance, survival, and starting over doesn’t only belong to Bella Patterson; it belongs to anyone who desires to live in peace but is met with resistance.
When boys struggle, we are told to be strong, to squash our emotions, to figure things out on our own. Girls are now told the same. It’s bullshit.
I wrote BOUND to remind people that no matter what level of adversity we face, it’s OK to cry, to admit defeat, to ask for help; because we are not alone and with the right kind of support things can and will get better.
Although the story is dark and gritty, one underlying thread is hope. Therefore we will shoot in a realistic but cinematic way; similar to the Safdie brother’s UNCUT GEMS. The storytelling will focus on the visuals; showing just enough to allow the audience to fill in details with their own imagination, leaving them feeling more engaged.
The tranquil picturesque countryside pits itself against the vibrant underbelly of New York City. Action sequences will interrupt moments of drawn out tension. Dialogue alternates from deceit, to humor, to gut wrenching truth; all born from believable painful circumstances that will melt your heart moments before breaking it. This dichotomy will create excitement and unease that will keep the audience clamoring to find out what will happen next.
That being said, emotion is the driving force of this film. The super diverse ensemble is easy to empathize with and relate to. The audience will root for these perfectly imperfect characters and invest in the story.
Even though we are not planning to shoot until fall, we are taking Covid Protocal very seriously. We will encourage all cast and crew to have been vacinated by then and everyone will be tested according to SAG guide lines. We will also have a Covid compliance officer on set.
My mission in life is simple...to leave this earth a little better than when I arrived and I've chosen the film medium to do this...why? Not because it's easy (I've already spent about 2 years of my life on this project) and not because it is cheap (it isn't).
I chose it because the film medium is the biggest platform for me that utilizes my talents and creativity. Plus it is the ultimate collaborative art, and although collaboration can at times lead to tension...it can become something beautiful. Also..it is simply what I want to do at this time in my life as a proffesional storyteller.
So again...we humbly ask you to join our team and bring this impactful story to those in need.
I am BANDIT, Bella’s pet pocket squirrel and the real star of this movie and I am pissed I’m being offered as a perk option! Grrrrr!!! Anyways, thank you in advance for being part of our team…and if you end up being my owner…you better treat me right because I am better than the following perks!
Terrarium Samples
Alexandra is a lover of terrarirums and just so happens to be pretty darn good at making them! Wouldn't this look good on your bookshelf, next to your spice rack, or on your bathroom window sill?
Ceramic Samples
My Japanese mother is a ceramics sculpture and teacher who specializes in functional Asian pieces. Write your biggest wish, roll it up, and place it in her Japanese wish pot pictured in the center!
Metal Sculpture Samples
Damon Hamm is the Metal Sculpture specialist for Bound. His work has been exhibited in Ohio, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Florida, New York...and a one of a kind piece could find their way into your home.
Bella's Custom Jacket
Isaac couldn't find a jacket he loved for Bella and he loves making things...so he made this one of a kind jacket. For the right price...you could be sporting something like this of your very own!
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About This Team
ISAAC HIROTSU WOOFTER is a New York based filmmaker. He wrote Steven Seagal’s action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. Shortly after he was hired to write NOSH, a Jewish comedy. His screenplays have won or placed 17 times in 12 different festivals and he has written, produced, and directed multiple book trailers for New York Times Best Selling Authors.
For over 20 years Isaac has performed in TV, films & commercials, and in regional theaters and festivals all over the world. He's played many lead and title roles, including the role of Joey in the Tony award-winning Broadway show WAR HORSE. In 2008 he was nominated for a Falstaff Award, along with Patrick Stewart, for Best Supporting Actor in a Shakespeare Play.
Isaac received his MFA from Columbia University and studies at the Jacob Krueger Studio.
ALEXANDRA FAYE SADEGHIAN hasn’t stopped working in film production since moving to New York in 2015 and is a rising star in the indie film scene. She has produced, directed, assistant directed, production coordinated, cast, acted, and even done hair and make up on numerous projects. She has worked on features, shorts, documentaries, web-series, and commercials.
As an actor she has appeared in over 30 indie projects, including Shakespeare's Shitstorm, Outwitting the Devil, Fragile Heart, Protege Moi and The Secret of Cuck Island. Upcoming projects include; Guns of Eden, Bound, Chiro Killer and the Devil's Network.
She attended the New York Film Academy and was recently nominated as best actress in a drama short at the Brightside Film Festival.
Justin Giddings is an award-winning filmmaker and an entrepreneur with a mission to empower artists and innovators. He is also a crowdfunding expert consultant and has helped artist and investors raise nearly 7 million for thier projects.
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- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
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Mission Statement
The Story
We are thrilled to begin the next steps of the movie making process! Thank you for joining the BOUND team, we could not be doing this without you! You rock!!!
In order to escape her drug dealing abusive stepfather, a young introvert flees to NYC. After successfully reinventing herself, she realizes she must confront her dark past, to truly be free.
*Full synopsis or screenplay available on request
I was compelled to write BOUND after a conversation with Alexandra about her past. I was surprised that someone who faced such hardships could be so well put together. I knew it needed to be shared for victims still dealing from past trauma.
Trauma can be isolating and victims often feel alone, misunderstood, or helpless...which makes it important to hear real stories like Alexandra's and realize with the right kind of help, things can get better.
I wrote BOUND for those who were bullied, abused, or just never quite fit in, to let them know they are not alone, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and trauma does not have to define them.
We humbly ask you to join our team and bring this impactful story to those in need.
ISAAC HIROTSU WOOFTER wrote the screenplay for Steven Seagal’s action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. His screenplays have won or placed in festivals 17 times, including in: Austin Film Festival, Page, RIFF, Screencraft, Scriptapalooza, JumpStart, CWA, Script Lab, Filmmatic, Scriptation, IFIPG, and The World Series of Screenwriting.
As a director, Isaac’s written, produced, and directed multiple book trailers for New York Times Best Selling Authors.
As an actor, Isaac’s spent over 20 years performing in TV, films, commercials, regional theaters, and festivals all over the world. He’s played many lead roles including the role of Joey in the Tony award winning Broadway show War Horse. In 2008 he was nominated for a Falstaff award, along with Patrick Stewart, for best supporting actor.
Isaac received his MFA from Columbia University.
ALEXANDRA FAYE SADEGHIAN hasn’t stopped working in film production since moving to New York in 2015 and is a rising star in the indie film scene. She has produced, directed, assistant directed, production coordinated, cast, and acted in numerous features, shorts, documentaries, web-series, and commercials.
As an actor she has appeared in over 30 indie projects, including Shakespeare's Shitstorm, Outwitting the Devil, Fragile Heart, Protege Moi and The Secret of Cuck Island. Upcoming projects include; Guns of Eden, Bound, Chiro Killer and the Devil's Network.
She attended the New York Film Academy and was recently nominated as best actress in a drama short at the Brightside Film Festival.
MAXIMILIAN LEWIN is a multi-award winning cinematographer. He’s shot over a half a dozen feature films, over twenty narrative shorts, and countless commercials for Levi’s, Covergirl, Gibson, Pepperidge Farm, Livestrong, Terminix to name a few. He’s worked with a variety of bands to create music videos and promotional content, and collaborated with top comedians, social media stars, and major companies to produce an array of comedy sketches and viral videos.
JUSTIN GIDDINGS is an award- winning filmmaker and entrepreneur with a mission to empower artists and innovators. He is also a crowdfunding expert consultant and has helped artists/investors raise nearly 7 million for their projects. As an actor and director he is best known for BITE ME, OUTPOST, and SHAMELESS.
We wouldn't be where we are at right now if it wasn't for our incredibly diverse, uber talented, and passionate Associate Producers. Everyone is a master of their own unique skill set that fills all the gaps, adds to the creativity, and inspires each one of us to step up our own game!!!
GO TEAM!!!
A scarred girl hides behind her hoodie, wondering what she is more afraid of; others or herself. When she finally musters up the strength to take a stand against injustice, she’s betrayed by the very family she tried to protect...so she runs away.
During her journey she faces unimaginable hardships that teach her the importance of living with a clean conscience, that friends are the family you get to choose, and that to truly break free from what binds you…you must face the demons you left behind.
This universal and easily relatable story of endurance, survival, and starting over doesn’t only belong to Bella Patterson; it belongs to anyone who desires to live in peace but is met with resistance.
When boys struggle, we are told to be strong, to squash our emotions, to figure things out on our own. Girls are now told the same. It’s bullshit.
I wrote BOUND to remind people that no matter what level of adversity we face, it’s OK to cry, to admit defeat, to ask for help; because we are not alone and with the right kind of support things can and will get better.
Although the story is dark and gritty, one underlying thread is hope. Therefore we will shoot in a realistic but cinematic way; similar to the Safdie brother’s UNCUT GEMS. The storytelling will focus on the visuals; showing just enough to allow the audience to fill in details with their own imagination, leaving them feeling more engaged.
The tranquil picturesque countryside pits itself against the vibrant underbelly of New York City. Action sequences will interrupt moments of drawn out tension. Dialogue alternates from deceit, to humor, to gut wrenching truth; all born from believable painful circumstances that will melt your heart moments before breaking it. This dichotomy will create excitement and unease that will keep the audience clamoring to find out what will happen next.
That being said, emotion is the driving force of this film. The super diverse ensemble is easy to empathize with and relate to. The audience will root for these perfectly imperfect characters and invest in the story.
Even though we are not planning to shoot until fall, we are taking Covid Protocal very seriously. We will encourage all cast and crew to have been vacinated by then and everyone will be tested according to SAG guide lines. We will also have a Covid compliance officer on set.
My mission in life is simple...to leave this earth a little better than when I arrived and I've chosen the film medium to do this...why? Not because it's easy (I've already spent about 2 years of my life on this project) and not because it is cheap (it isn't).
I chose it because the film medium is the biggest platform for me that utilizes my talents and creativity. Plus it is the ultimate collaborative art, and although collaboration can at times lead to tension...it can become something beautiful. Also..it is simply what I want to do at this time in my life as a proffesional storyteller.
So again...we humbly ask you to join our team and bring this impactful story to those in need.
I am BANDIT, Bella’s pet pocket squirrel and the real star of this movie and I am pissed I’m being offered as a perk option! Grrrrr!!! Anyways, thank you in advance for being part of our team…and if you end up being my owner…you better treat me right because I am better than the following perks!
Terrarium Samples
Alexandra is a lover of terrarirums and just so happens to be pretty darn good at making them! Wouldn't this look good on your bookshelf, next to your spice rack, or on your bathroom window sill?
Ceramic Samples
My Japanese mother is a ceramics sculpture and teacher who specializes in functional Asian pieces. Write your biggest wish, roll it up, and place it in her Japanese wish pot pictured in the center!
Metal Sculpture Samples
Damon Hamm is the Metal Sculpture specialist for Bound. His work has been exhibited in Ohio, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Florida, New York...and a one of a kind piece could find their way into your home.
Bella's Custom Jacket
Isaac couldn't find a jacket he loved for Bella and he loves making things...so he made this one of a kind jacket. For the right price...you could be sporting something like this of your very own!
Share this update!
About This Team
ISAAC HIROTSU WOOFTER is a New York based filmmaker. He wrote Steven Seagal’s action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. Shortly after he was hired to write NOSH, a Jewish comedy. His screenplays have won or placed 17 times in 12 different festivals and he has written, produced, and directed multiple book trailers for New York Times Best Selling Authors.
For over 20 years Isaac has performed in TV, films & commercials, and in regional theaters and festivals all over the world. He's played many lead and title roles, including the role of Joey in the Tony award-winning Broadway show WAR HORSE. In 2008 he was nominated for a Falstaff Award, along with Patrick Stewart, for Best Supporting Actor in a Shakespeare Play.
Isaac received his MFA from Columbia University and studies at the Jacob Krueger Studio.
ALEXANDRA FAYE SADEGHIAN hasn’t stopped working in film production since moving to New York in 2015 and is a rising star in the indie film scene. She has produced, directed, assistant directed, production coordinated, cast, acted, and even done hair and make up on numerous projects. She has worked on features, shorts, documentaries, web-series, and commercials.
As an actor she has appeared in over 30 indie projects, including Shakespeare's Shitstorm, Outwitting the Devil, Fragile Heart, Protege Moi and The Secret of Cuck Island. Upcoming projects include; Guns of Eden, Bound, Chiro Killer and the Devil's Network.
She attended the New York Film Academy and was recently nominated as best actress in a drama short at the Brightside Film Festival.
Justin Giddings is an award-winning filmmaker and an entrepreneur with a mission to empower artists and innovators. He is also a crowdfunding expert consultant and has helped artist and investors raise nearly 7 million for thier projects.