Healing Waters
by Derek Johnson
Derek Johnson
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Healing Waters
by Derek Johnson
Derek Johnson
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NYC artist Linda Troeller endured the anguish of a broken heart in her late twenties, and in her desperation, she found Healing Waters that would inspire her feminine power. Linda's photography stands to define "the female gaze," inspiring equality worldwide.
NYC artist Linda Troeller endured the anguish of a broken heart in her late twenties, and in her desperation, she found Healing Waters that would inspire her feminine power. Linda's photography stands to define "the female gaze," inspiring equality worldwide.
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Mission Statement
Our projects have always promoted racial justice and inclusivity on both sides of the camera. We are committed to elevating the voices of Women, BIPOC, LGBTQ, Immigrants, and other historically oppressed communities. Healing Waters Film is an extension of this vision and our best film to date.About The Project
Watch the Trailer here: Trailer
Film Synopsis
Linda Troeller is an art documentarian known for creating sensual images inside sublime water environments inspired by her childhood exposure to the healing powers of water. In this biographical film, we discover the intimate relationships between water and the female gaze from a resident artist at the Hotel Chelsea. Healing Waters explores Linda's work with key figures in the art industry who examine her as a valued contributor to the first generation feminists art movement.
Linda Troeller
This film depicts the journey of a world-renowned artist from conception to discovery and the manifestation of major works of art that have profoundly influenced social ideologies concerning water and healing around the world. Linda Troeller has lived for over two decades in the Hotel Chelsea in New York City. Her work has appeared extensively in galleries and print. Linda is one person determined to be a photographer and create no matter the changes or challenges that got in HER way. In Healing Waters, we will discover how she found success as an artist and come to understand the journey she has undertaken - a journey that continues today.
Photo: Sabine Kutt "Linda Troeller in front of Chelsea Hotel."
Dereks Connection to Linda
Linda Troeller is one of my mentors and happens to be one of the first-generation feminist movement contributors who has spent a lifetime producing projects inside her female gaze frame. I have been humbled and also excited to discover the deeper narrative of Linda's life journey. Covid has been a perfect delay for this project and gave me a chance to dive deeper into Linda's story, much of which I was surprised by. Her story is one that derived out of compassion and a sensitive heart at an early age.
The Team
The film is a collaboration between Derek Johnson at Kai Films and Ali Scattergood of Oak Light Films. Derek has a 20-year background in fine art and commercial photography and a career that he started with as Linda's assistant. After he transitioned to the documentary world in 2000, he earned an Emmy Credit on an HBO documentary on the events of 9/11. Ali's 10 years in the documentary world have spanned from Ken Burns' Florentine Films to various projects with Ark Media and Nomadica films, while her photographic portfolio includes work reviewed at the Paris Photo exhibition. She was recently officially invited to document the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, in 2019.
Lindas Message
The work that Linda has produced over her entire life carries a precious message for the world. Her story will inspire others to take action to help evolve the female gaze in films, photographs, and other works of art we consume. This time in history, we find more divisions amongst people than connections. Linda's work carries a message of how we can reconnect to ourselves and each other. Linda's images are known to leave the viewer with a sense of relief and healing, and we expect you also to experience this with the film.
Distribution Plan
I have spent three years working on this film, and I have one final interview to shoot to complete the production. Your contribution will help me finish the edit, pay crew, and get this project on the festival circuit this year. I will be seeking television distribution and a home on a streaming platform. We have finished 98% of the principal photography, and editing has begun. The intended runtime is forty minutes.
Thank you for your support of Healing Waters Film.
Incentives
$15
Rain drops Fill an Ocean
This incentive includes sending you a digital postcard and a shout out from our directors on social media. The images of the card are TBD.
$25
Make Waves With This Film Credit
Healing Waters Film is an investment in diversity. We are paying livable wages to all crew members for their work on the film. A simple way to promote diversity is to hire a diverse crew. This incentive really is a problem solver to help diversify the male-run industry. We want to recognize all participants in this incentive with credit in the movie!
$50
Calm Waters Before the Storm
Be one of the first to see the film in a private pre-screening event. The event will be followed with a Q&A from the crew. A great chance to hear more about the making of the film and meet the crew.
$100
Take a Mental Bath with this Spa Journeys Book
Another one of Lindas books filled with beautiful photography. This book features some of the worlds current and best spas. You won't want to miss this chance to own and display this book on your coffee table or in your library. Another must have book that you will be happy to own.
Claimed: 2 of 10
$200
Revive Your Book Collection with a Healing Waters Book
Another unique opportunity to get a sold out copy of the book that inspired the movie!
Claimed: 3 of 5
$300
Swim With the Creator and Zoom with Linda
Here's your chance to have a talk with Linda about photography, Water, and Life! The call will be facilitated via zoom and last up to 30 minutes. YOu can send her your website or PDF of a current project and recieve career/series advice. Linda has a lot to share and you shouldn't miss out on this opportunity.Claimed: 0 of 2
$300
Dive in and Meet the Directors
Derek and Ali are both still photographers and work in the film industry. This is a chance to meet them and hear about the making of the film and also answer any questions you may have. Derek and Ali will also be excited to review one of your projects and give you feedback during the call.
Sold Out!
$400
Original Photo Print by Linda
An original print signed by Linda. Sizes Vary, one avaliable.
$400
Original Print By Linda
An original print signed by Linda. Sizes Vary, one avaliable.
$2,500
Buy an Island in the Sea with this Short film Production Weekend
If you're a storyteller, writer, or company that needs a short film this is your opportunity to work with Derek and Ali. Derek, Ali, and their production companies are offering all avaliable assets to your film production for the principal photography days. Your production must be within 2 hours of driving distance of Seattle. Derek has produced many short films and will guid you with gear and professional production help that will upgrade the quality of your production. Cameras, sound, lights, action!
Claimed: 0 of 4
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$15
Rain drops Fill an Ocean
This incentive includes sending you a digital postcard and a shout out from our directors on social media. The images of the card are TBD.
$25
Make Waves With This Film Credit
Healing Waters Film is an investment in diversity. We are paying livable wages to all crew members for their work on the film. A simple way to promote diversity is to hire a diverse crew. This incentive really is a problem solver to help diversify the male-run industry. We want to recognize all participants in this incentive with credit in the movie!
$50
Calm Waters Before the Storm
Be one of the first to see the film in a private pre-screening event. The event will be followed with a Q&A from the crew. A great chance to hear more about the making of the film and meet the crew.
$100
Take a Mental Bath with this Spa Journeys Book
Another one of Lindas books filled with beautiful photography. This book features some of the worlds current and best spas. You won't want to miss this chance to own and display this book on your coffee table or in your library. Another must have book that you will be happy to own.
Claimed: 2 of 10
$200
Revive Your Book Collection with a Healing Waters Book
Another unique opportunity to get a sold out copy of the book that inspired the movie!
Claimed: 3 of 5
$300
Swim With the Creator and Zoom with Linda
Here's your chance to have a talk with Linda about photography, Water, and Life! The call will be facilitated via zoom and last up to 30 minutes. YOu can send her your website or PDF of a current project and recieve career/series advice. Linda has a lot to share and you shouldn't miss out on this opportunity.Claimed: 0 of 2
$300
Dive in and Meet the Directors
Derek and Ali are both still photographers and work in the film industry. This is a chance to meet them and hear about the making of the film and also answer any questions you may have. Derek and Ali will also be excited to review one of your projects and give you feedback during the call.
Sold Out!
$400
Original Photo Print by Linda
An original print signed by Linda. Sizes Vary, one avaliable.
$400
Original Print By Linda
An original print signed by Linda. Sizes Vary, one avaliable.
$2,500
Buy an Island in the Sea with this Short film Production Weekend
If you're a storyteller, writer, or company that needs a short film this is your opportunity to work with Derek and Ali. Derek, Ali, and their production companies are offering all avaliable assets to your film production for the principal photography days. Your production must be within 2 hours of driving distance of Seattle. Derek has produced many short films and will guid you with gear and professional production help that will upgrade the quality of your production. Cameras, sound, lights, action!
Claimed: 0 of 4
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About This Team
Derek Johnson Producer/Director
Knowing the “heart of man” is one aspect that drives my intention as a director and filmmaker. I first heard this concept from one of my mentors Werner Herzog. In my process, I've learned to look through a person’s eyes, into their heart, and find the deepest meaning to their story. And Just like Werner, I do not want to be a man who lives without dreams. I always find a way to tell a great story.
I have a lifelong addiction to cameras, stories, and pizza. I am also known to go to unbelievable lengths to find a great cup of coffee.
I am known for creating powerful interviews that go really, really deep into storytelling and creative excellence in my cinematography. I am the founder of Kaifilms a boutique film production company.
My first achievement in film production was documenting 9/11 in NYC, which lead to 10 features and 4 Emmy credits. Twenty years later, I am the president of my own production company.
Its True, James Gandalfini Came to the opening of my first ever film. RIP James.
The team I am assembling are all my creative partners. We have working relationships on previous projects and all of us have solid experience and excelled in our respective job roles.
Linda Troeller of Course is the feature of this film and considered respectfully in the top 5 of her profession. Not to mention that she is a lifelong inspiration for many and one of the first-generation feminist creators.
Lisa B. Hammond is a true talent and visionary in the film industry. She has without a doubt, a proven asset to the creation of our film and how it looks. Lisa and I have been co-workers for over a decade and she is also the segment producer of this film. Lisa chairs the Women In Film, Seattle President.
Ali Scattergood is another visionary on our team who has worked with top editing teams in the world, including Ken Burns. Her passion and skillset in the editing room will guide this story into perfection.
Our crew came together wither their A-game to create a project that promotes an artist known as an icon to many and a purveyor of diversity to others. The three principal names for Healing Waters Film are listed here, but the crew and cast list is still growing. The Cast that I assembled for this film really is a dream come true. I have interviewed some of the top people in the photography industry and those closest to Linda herself.
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