The Death of a Government Clerk - an Anton Chekhov story
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Comedy, Foreign Film
Based on a short story by Anton Chekhov "The Death of a Government Clerk” is an exaggerated and stylized satire, set in 19th century Russia. We witness the story of a common man who finds himself embroiled in his insecurities and paranoia, when a small error leads him on a path of self destruction.
The Death of a Government Clerk - an Anton Chekhov story
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Comedy, Foreign Film
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Based on a short story by Anton Chekhov "The Death of a Government Clerk” is an exaggerated and stylized satire, set in 19th century Russia. We witness the story of a common man who finds himself embroiled in his insecurities and paranoia, when a small error leads him on a path of self destruction.
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The Story
Raised in a family where life was perceived as a tragic comedy, I’ve grown up seeing the humor in the petty incidents of daily life, where people often reveal their true faces. It is in the same vein that I was inspired to make an adaptation of this short story by Anton Chekov, a testament to his ability to give life to such moments, a commentary on human nature.
I first read the story as a young child, and was immediately attracted to its simple yet complex themes, dry humor, and its dark and unexpected ending. The story is of a man trapped in his own perception of himself and the reality he lives in, a series of wrong decisions, send him on a self destructive path that could end up being potentially life threatening.
Absurd and satirical, the style of the film is envisioned as being extremely theatrical, a theme that is constantly played out both visually and narratively through the film. Further being culturally and geographically situated in 19th century Russia, I as a filmmaker, find a deep connection with this story that articulates the bureaucrat and daily life of that time period.
Keeping that context in mind, the film is envisioned in Russian, played by Russian actors, a period piece marked by a visual framing style similar to Wes Anderson, and will hopefully add to the larger understanding of Chekov and his literature.
Wishlist
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Location Rental Fee
Costs $4,032
We need to find a theater, as our main location because the story takes place on the stage.
Lenses - Arri Master Prime Set
Costs $1,000
We have a very specific style that we want to capture.
Make Up Artist
Costs $1,008
We have a lot of characters and extras. We need some specific hair dos, wigs and bald caps.
Production design
Costs $4,000
It's a period piece film, we need a lot of set dressing and set building to depict that era.
Theater extras
Costs $1,500
Our film takes place in a theater that needs to have a big audience.
Camera and lighting department
Costs $2,400
Our team is already in place, we have a professional camera and lighting department.
Composer
Costs $1,000
Music will be very important to this film, as the story takes place in 19th century Russia.
Production insurance
Costs $1,000
Better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it!
Gels, gaffers tape and etc.
Costs $160
They're always needed on set and very unpredictable.
Production sound
Costs $600
Production sound mixer is one of the main positions we need to fill.
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About This Team
I'm a student at The New York Film Academy in Los Angeles. We are a team of students as well as profesional filmmakers collaborating together to bring to life this story that stands across eras, written by Anton Chekhov. Our team consists of talented and award winning filmmakers and actors who are joined together with their passion for telling this story.
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- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
The Story
Raised in a family where life was perceived as a tragic comedy, I’ve grown up seeing the humor in the petty incidents of daily life, where people often reveal their true faces. It is in the same vein that I was inspired to make an adaptation of this short story by Anton Chekov, a testament to his ability to give life to such moments, a commentary on human nature.
I first read the story as a young child, and was immediately attracted to its simple yet complex themes, dry humor, and its dark and unexpected ending. The story is of a man trapped in his own perception of himself and the reality he lives in, a series of wrong decisions, send him on a self destructive path that could end up being potentially life threatening.
Absurd and satirical, the style of the film is envisioned as being extremely theatrical, a theme that is constantly played out both visually and narratively through the film. Further being culturally and geographically situated in 19th century Russia, I as a filmmaker, find a deep connection with this story that articulates the bureaucrat and daily life of that time period.
Keeping that context in mind, the film is envisioned in Russian, played by Russian actors, a period piece marked by a visual framing style similar to Wes Anderson, and will hopefully add to the larger understanding of Chekov and his literature.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Location Rental Fee
Costs $4,032
We need to find a theater, as our main location because the story takes place on the stage.
Lenses - Arri Master Prime Set
Costs $1,000
We have a very specific style that we want to capture.
Make Up Artist
Costs $1,008
We have a lot of characters and extras. We need some specific hair dos, wigs and bald caps.
Production design
Costs $4,000
It's a period piece film, we need a lot of set dressing and set building to depict that era.
Theater extras
Costs $1,500
Our film takes place in a theater that needs to have a big audience.
Camera and lighting department
Costs $2,400
Our team is already in place, we have a professional camera and lighting department.
Composer
Costs $1,000
Music will be very important to this film, as the story takes place in 19th century Russia.
Production insurance
Costs $1,000
Better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it!
Gels, gaffers tape and etc.
Costs $160
They're always needed on set and very unpredictable.
Production sound
Costs $600
Production sound mixer is one of the main positions we need to fill.
Share this update!
About This Team
I'm a student at The New York Film Academy in Los Angeles. We are a team of students as well as profesional filmmakers collaborating together to bring to life this story that stands across eras, written by Anton Chekhov. Our team consists of talented and award winning filmmakers and actors who are joined together with their passion for telling this story.