Native New Yorkers

New York City, New York | Film Short

Documentary

Jacque Quigley

1 Campaigns | New York, United States

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Let's show these adorable baby pigeons the love they deserve by giving them a truly unforgettable documentary debut! Your contribution won't go unnoticed - you'll receive credit recognition for helping us reach the finish line. So join us and let's help these baby pigeons soar to new heights!

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Mission Statement

Our film exemplifies diverse backgrounds and identities. It creates art that pushes boundaries, sparks meaningful conversations, and uplifts marginalized voices. Native New Yorkers explores the connection between people of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds, and the pigeon families they love.

The Story

Have you ever seen a baby pigeon?


It all started when Jacque and Dave first shared pictures of the babies, a sight unfamiliar to many. The response was overwhelming, with people asking for copies of the pictures to show their loved ones. In response, Jacque and Dave decided to post the pictures on social media to keep everyone updated.

In a world where cute animal pictures dominate social media feeds, this initiative created a new set of viewers and sparked numerous inquiries, ranging from questions about the pigeon life cycle to suggestions for pigeon names. As a result, Jacque and Dave's social media feed has become a forum for discussion and information-sharing about these birds. As more people engage with Jacque and Dave's content, it is clear that their baby pigeon photos have struck a chord with viewers and opened up a new avenue for education and conversation about these fascinating creatures.


Synopsis


Pigeons are dirty, messy, chaotic birds that sh*t everywhere, and never leave you alone. Some even call them "rats with wings," so why would you ever let them nest on your balcony? Two New York filmmakers let them do just that. In offering their balcony to the parents to be, and documenting these pigeons as they started a family, they realized there were questions to be answered and more importantly a story to be told.

"Native New Yorkers" is a satirical documentary that follows the unexpected journey of Jacque, Dave, and their two cats and the unlikely bond they formed with a pair of true native New Yorkers. What initially started as a nesting nuisance, soon becomes a source of fascination for the couple as they watch the pigeons raising their young.



As the babies hatch, Jacque and Dave become almost obsessive in the care of the family. They even go to great lengths to ensure that the baby pigeons are safe and comfortable, creating their own "Bird Bed & Breakfast." The parent pigeons start out nervous and suspicious of the humans, but over time, they come to trust Jacque and Dave and even seem to enjoy their presence.



Through their experiences with the pigeon family, Jacque and Dave reflect on the absurdity of their lives and the New York City connection to pigeons. As the documentary progresses, viewers are treated to a humorous and touching story of unlikely relationships, unexpected friendships, and the power of compassion. "Native New Yorkers" is a unique and heartwarming look at the human-animal bond and the beauty that can be found in the most uncommon places.



Additional information


Where are we in the process of creating this project?

Currently, we are in production. The project will complete production on June 2nd and move into Post-Production on June 5th.


How will this campaign move the project forward?

We are looking for post-production funding - editing, color, sound, and festivals.


What is our plan when the project is finished?

Once the project is complete we will submit to festivals. When it has finished its festival circuit we plan to release information about where audiences can view the film on social media and send contributors an email.


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About This Team

Hello! I'm Jacque Quigley, the director working alongside an amazing team of creatives. Together, we pour our hearts and souls into our work, bringing to life unique themes of humanity. With our diverse backgrounds and identities, we create art that pushes boundaries, sparks meaningful conversations, and uplifts marginalized voices. It's challenging to classify my team members under one title due to their vast range of talents and skills, because I rely so heavily on their abilities. Therefore, I believe the title of Executive Producer best encompasses their hard work and superhero qualities!

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