Kintsugi
Savannah, Georgia | Film Short
Drama, Satire
A story of heartbreak and healing, Kintsugi follows a young man who has lost a lot in recent years, and is deciding his path forward. Using the visual motif of Kintsugi art, a practice of fixing pottery by adhering the pieces together with gold, we witness Jack transform into his best self.
Green Light
This campaign raised $3,117 for production. Follow the filmmaker to receive future updates on this project.
33 supporters | followers
Enter the amount you would like to pledge
A story of heartbreak and healing, Kintsugi follows a young man who has lost a lot in recent years, and is deciding his path forward. Using the visual motif of Kintsugi art, a practice of fixing pottery by adhering the pieces together with gold, we witness Jack transform into his best self.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
Jack is at his lowest, feeling he has lost everything. Much to his surprise, he makes a new friend; his younger self. The two of them go on a journey of self-discovery through their memories to put themselves back together.
Why This Story
Everyone is always saying to forget about the past and move on. I only believe the second part to be true. The past is integral to who we are and how we develop, and ignoring that is a disservice to ourselves. Kintsugi explores how the past shapes us, and embracing it is the true way to embrace yourself.
A Live-Action/Animated Adventure
Jack journies his memories with Young Jack, who is personified as a crudely animated child that ages as he travels with Jack. This film will take risks with its incorporation of animation, creating exciting and comical visuals.
An Introduction
Hey everyone, my name is Asher Freidberg and I am the writer, director and a producer on Kintsugi. Kintsugi has been a longtime passion project of mine that is finally coming to life through my SCAD Senior Capstone project.
What Is Kintsugi?
Some of you might be asking, "what is Kintsugi?"
Kintsugi is a Japanese art form where broken pottery is made more beautiful by the damage. This is achieved by mending the cracks with gold; making the damage part of the beauty.
In our film, the protagonist will be depicted as cracked, with the use of makeup, and will fill in with gold as he heals.
This metaphor has always stayed with me, as it represents the fact that everything we have experienced makes up who we are, and in many ways adds to the beauty of life.
An Ambitous Project
Kintsugi is a very ambitious project, combining live-action and animation. The story follows Jack, a down on his luck guy who is thrust into his memories, accompanied by his younger self, depicted as a crudely drawn animated character. The two of them journey through his past to find what broke him, and as they travel, they learn more about each other, both gaining a new perspective on the other.
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS
All members of cast and crew will have been vaccinated and/or tested before our film. Our safety manager will be sure to make sure everyone on our team stays healthy and safe at all times.
Thank you all for your support! Be sure to spread the word and help make Kintsugi a reality!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Catering
Costs $400
It's important to keep our cast and crew fed!
Production Design
Costs $1,300
We want to bring our story to life in the best designed sets possible!
Location
Costs $500
For us to find places to film!
Makeup and Wardrobe
Costs $500
Makeup and Wardrobe
Travel/Living
Costs $600
Fun in the sun in Georgia!
Filming Permits
Costs $100
We need permits in order for us to legally film in parts of Georgia.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Our team is made up of a combination of students recieving their Bachelor's and Master's Degrees at the Savannah College of Art and Design, all of which working in the entertainment industry.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
Jack is at his lowest, feeling he has lost everything. Much to his surprise, he makes a new friend; his younger self. The two of them go on a journey of self-discovery through their memories to put themselves back together.
Why This Story
Everyone is always saying to forget about the past and move on. I only believe the second part to be true. The past is integral to who we are and how we develop, and ignoring that is a disservice to ourselves. Kintsugi explores how the past shapes us, and embracing it is the true way to embrace yourself.
A Live-Action/Animated Adventure
Jack journies his memories with Young Jack, who is personified as a crudely animated child that ages as he travels with Jack. This film will take risks with its incorporation of animation, creating exciting and comical visuals.
An Introduction
Hey everyone, my name is Asher Freidberg and I am the writer, director and a producer on Kintsugi. Kintsugi has been a longtime passion project of mine that is finally coming to life through my SCAD Senior Capstone project.
What Is Kintsugi?
Some of you might be asking, "what is Kintsugi?"
Kintsugi is a Japanese art form where broken pottery is made more beautiful by the damage. This is achieved by mending the cracks with gold; making the damage part of the beauty.
In our film, the protagonist will be depicted as cracked, with the use of makeup, and will fill in with gold as he heals.
This metaphor has always stayed with me, as it represents the fact that everything we have experienced makes up who we are, and in many ways adds to the beauty of life.
An Ambitous Project
Kintsugi is a very ambitious project, combining live-action and animation. The story follows Jack, a down on his luck guy who is thrust into his memories, accompanied by his younger self, depicted as a crudely drawn animated character. The two of them journey through his past to find what broke him, and as they travel, they learn more about each other, both gaining a new perspective on the other.
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS
All members of cast and crew will have been vaccinated and/or tested before our film. Our safety manager will be sure to make sure everyone on our team stays healthy and safe at all times.
Thank you all for your support! Be sure to spread the word and help make Kintsugi a reality!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Catering
Costs $400
It's important to keep our cast and crew fed!
Production Design
Costs $1,300
We want to bring our story to life in the best designed sets possible!
Location
Costs $500
For us to find places to film!
Makeup and Wardrobe
Costs $500
Makeup and Wardrobe
Travel/Living
Costs $600
Fun in the sun in Georgia!
Filming Permits
Costs $100
We need permits in order for us to legally film in parts of Georgia.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Our team is made up of a combination of students recieving their Bachelor's and Master's Degrees at the Savannah College of Art and Design, all of which working in the entertainment industry.