Leap
Austin, Texas | Film Short
Drama
"Leap" is a dramatic short film about a talented ex-dancer, who lost her sight seven years ago, and now joins a creative recovery group in hopes of finding herself and learning how to dance again. The film explores the themes of sacrifice and choosing to put yourself first.
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"Leap" is a dramatic short film about a talented ex-dancer, who lost her sight seven years ago, and now joins a creative recovery group in hopes of finding herself and learning how to dance again. The film explores the themes of sacrifice and choosing to put yourself first.
About The Project
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Mission Statement
The Story
Hi, my name is Olexiy Kryvych and I’m the writer-director of “Leap.” I wrote the “Leap” feature script a year and a half ago when I realized that so much of what I wanted in life was dictated by habits, society, parents, friends, and circumstances. My desires were not my own and I was living the life of “have to,” instead of “want to.” At that moment, I decided that I’ve had enough and started to change the pattern.
Leap is a metaphorical story of that journey. With this film, I’m hoping to show everyone that it’s okay to want a better life, to choose yourself, to find yourself, and trust your inner voice once again!
Synopsis:
Leap is a 15-minute scene from the feature-length version of the film. It follows Jess, a talented dancer, who lost her sight 7 years ago when her mother passed away, and since then had to give up her dancing career and take care of her sister Sam.
We find her tired, beaten by life and the responsibilities she had to assume since her mother’s death. After one of her massage clients tells her about an artistic support group, she reluctantly agrees to go.
The film is an excerpt of one of these meetings, where she dances for the first time in 7 years. In the scene, her worst nightmares come to life, but through her work with Peter, the founder of the support group, she overcomes them and sees hope for the future.
In August of 2022 my DP, Spencer Greene, and I shot a small 5-minute scene to give everyone an idea of the look and the feel of the film.
You can check it out RIGHT HERE: Leap | Short Scene
In December, we’re trying to scale up and tell a bigger, and more powerful story in hopes to get funding for the feature film.
Please check out the full team bios in the "Team" section*
90% of the money will go towards hiring a crew and actors, that can bring this vision to life. The rest of the money will go towards securing locations and food. We’ll have 2 shooting days in 2 locations in the second week of December.
It is important to us that everyone is safe on set, so we'll be acquiring COVID tests for everyone to take 2 days before production starts. Everyone on set will be encouraged to stay home if they are sick or unwell in any capacity.
We plan to have 4 weeks of post-production, having the director's cut done by January 15th.
By the end of February, the film will be submitted to high and mid-tier festivals to get as much traction as possible, as well as shown to producers and investors.
1. PLEDGE
By pledging, you are directly supporting this film! We also have great incentives for our contributors, ranging from getting a digital photobook from the film to being an extra on set, to getting an Executive Producer credit! Any amount you can pledge helps us reach our goal!
2. SPREAD the word about LEAP
Tell your friends, family, and followers about the film! Text, email, DM - anything you can do to get the word out would be HUGE. We can't do this without you!
Here is an example. Feel free to COPY and PASTE!
Help filmmakers @olexiy_kryvych and @spencergreenefilm by supporting their heartfelt film LEAP about a blind ex-dancer, who joins a creative support group to find herself, and learn to dance again. Support them on seedandspark.com/fund/leap
3. FOLLOW OUR CAMPAIGN
Visit our Seed&Spark page regularly to stay updated and help us increase our chances of being featured on the platform! Follow us on Instagram at @leap.thefilm
And finally,
THANK YOU for all your support and for coming along with us on this journey!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Crew
Costs $10,400
Help us get a professional crew to mic, light, and shoot 10 actors during 2 shoot days!
Locations
Costs $1,000
Help us secure the 2 main locations for the film!
Crafty and Catering
Costs $500
Help us feed the cast and crew of 20 people for 2 shoot days!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Actors
Costs $2,700
Help us pay our 2 leads, 2 supporting, and 7 extras!
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Share this update!
About This Team
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Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Hi, my name is Olexiy Kryvych and I’m the writer-director of “Leap.” I wrote the “Leap” feature script a year and a half ago when I realized that so much of what I wanted in life was dictated by habits, society, parents, friends, and circumstances. My desires were not my own and I was living the life of “have to,” instead of “want to.” At that moment, I decided that I’ve had enough and started to change the pattern.
Leap is a metaphorical story of that journey. With this film, I’m hoping to show everyone that it’s okay to want a better life, to choose yourself, to find yourself, and trust your inner voice once again!
Synopsis:
Leap is a 15-minute scene from the feature-length version of the film. It follows Jess, a talented dancer, who lost her sight 7 years ago when her mother passed away, and since then had to give up her dancing career and take care of her sister Sam.
We find her tired, beaten by life and the responsibilities she had to assume since her mother’s death. After one of her massage clients tells her about an artistic support group, she reluctantly agrees to go.
The film is an excerpt of one of these meetings, where she dances for the first time in 7 years. In the scene, her worst nightmares come to life, but through her work with Peter, the founder of the support group, she overcomes them and sees hope for the future.
In August of 2022 my DP, Spencer Greene, and I shot a small 5-minute scene to give everyone an idea of the look and the feel of the film.
You can check it out RIGHT HERE: Leap | Short Scene
In December, we’re trying to scale up and tell a bigger, and more powerful story in hopes to get funding for the feature film.
Please check out the full team bios in the "Team" section*
90% of the money will go towards hiring a crew and actors, that can bring this vision to life. The rest of the money will go towards securing locations and food. We’ll have 2 shooting days in 2 locations in the second week of December.
It is important to us that everyone is safe on set, so we'll be acquiring COVID tests for everyone to take 2 days before production starts. Everyone on set will be encouraged to stay home if they are sick or unwell in any capacity.
We plan to have 4 weeks of post-production, having the director's cut done by January 15th.
By the end of February, the film will be submitted to high and mid-tier festivals to get as much traction as possible, as well as shown to producers and investors.
1. PLEDGE
By pledging, you are directly supporting this film! We also have great incentives for our contributors, ranging from getting a digital photobook from the film to being an extra on set, to getting an Executive Producer credit! Any amount you can pledge helps us reach our goal!
2. SPREAD the word about LEAP
Tell your friends, family, and followers about the film! Text, email, DM - anything you can do to get the word out would be HUGE. We can't do this without you!
Here is an example. Feel free to COPY and PASTE!
Help filmmakers @olexiy_kryvych and @spencergreenefilm by supporting their heartfelt film LEAP about a blind ex-dancer, who joins a creative support group to find herself, and learn to dance again. Support them on seedandspark.com/fund/leap
3. FOLLOW OUR CAMPAIGN
Visit our Seed&Spark page regularly to stay updated and help us increase our chances of being featured on the platform! Follow us on Instagram at @leap.thefilm
And finally,
THANK YOU for all your support and for coming along with us on this journey!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Crew
Costs $10,400
Help us get a professional crew to mic, light, and shoot 10 actors during 2 shoot days!
Locations
Costs $1,000
Help us secure the 2 main locations for the film!
Crafty and Catering
Costs $500
Help us feed the cast and crew of 20 people for 2 shoot days!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Actors
Costs $2,700
Help us pay our 2 leads, 2 supporting, and 7 extras!
Direct link:
Share this update!
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