Open
New York City, New York | Film Short
Comedy, LGBTQ
For years, queers (among others) have explored non-monogamy in various forms. How do we navigate the joys and awkwardness of open relationships in today's fast-paced, app-driven hookup culture? "Open" is a comedic short that dives into the funny, the sexy, and the high drama of these relationships.
Open
New York City, New York | Film Short
Comedy, LGBTQ
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
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For years, queers (among others) have explored non-monogamy in various forms. How do we navigate the joys and awkwardness of open relationships in today's fast-paced, app-driven hookup culture? "Open" is a comedic short that dives into the funny, the sexy, and the high drama of these relationships.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Two longtime boyfriends, Marcus and Jess, try to open their relationship, leading to Marcus' chance encounter with Alfie. After bringing him home, Marcus finds himself hiding the truth from Alfie when Jess forgets to stay out of their apartment.
Open is in pre-production and we need the funds for this important piece of art.
Filming is scheduled for July 2025.
WHY THIS STORY?
Open is envisioned by Jacobi, brought to life with a dedicated queer cast and crew. Our mission is to delve into the seldom-explored nuances of our relationships, highlighting the dance between togetherness and vulnerability. This film seeks to embrace the insecurity, embarrassment, and genuine reality of these interactions. By focusing on these private moments, we aim to amplify voices that are frequently silenced, offering a narrative that resonates withheartfelt truth. Our goal is not just to tell a story, but to spark a conversation about the complexities of relationships in a way that is both insightful and profoundly relatable.
CREW
Writer Jacobi
Director Jacob Robert van Winkle
The rest of the cast and crew will be hired soon!
What is the money going towards?
Embarking on the journey of Open has been a profound learning experience. Our aspiration is to share this story far and wide, gathering insights and fostering growth as storytellers through its reception at film festivals globally. Money will be used for hiring actors, filming, editing, and paying for festival submissions. Should we be fortunate enough to exceed our financial goals, the additional funds will be channeled to support local queer artists, uplifting voices that resonate with the heart of our narrative.
Open will have a lean crew, with multiple roles per team member, and unwavering dedication. This endeavor is not just a film for us - it's a tapestry of commitment and resilience. The funds we raise are vital to honor our collective efforts and ensure that Open receives the debut it truly deserves. whole process has been a learning experience and we look forward to the feedback we get when our film premiers at festivals around the world so that we can gain the knowledge to become even better storytellers.
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SPREAD THE WORD
The only way we will reach our crowdfunding goal is if we reach beyond our networks. Please share our campaign via your social media, email, word-of-mouth, however you want! You can use this blurb below:
"Help filmmakers @thejacobrobert and crew by supporting their film that navigates the complexities of modern queer relationships. Help them on @seedandspark at https://seedandspark.com/fund/open-short-film#story "
Be sure to follow our social media accounts for updates, and please consider contributing to our campaign.
We cannot make this happen without you. Thank you!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Camera Lenses
Costs $1,200
To have the best quality, we need to rent a couple lenses for filming and add insurance.
Food
Costs $750
Hungry people are not happy people, and we want to make sure we take care of our crew.
Intimacy Coordinator
Costs $400
To make sure our cast and crew feels safe/supported filming any intimate or action scenes.
Festival Submissions
Costs $350
We're hoping to take this film to festivals, but all magic comes with a price!
Editor and Sound Editor
Costs $1,100
Paying our crew is something we would love to do, especially for our editors.
Props/Costumes/Art
Costs $200
Essential for building the world of any film.
Locations
Costs $700
While most of our cast/crew is local, we will be moving equipment and hoping to cover travel costs.
Music
Costs $300
Music is a huge part of any party, just like it is in our film!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
WRITER
Jacobi is a New York based actor, writer and producer. Jacobi has produced award winning short films such as "Lost in the Snow" by Raunak Kapoor and workshopped their first play "The Boys" with drama students at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Aside from appearing in numerous short films, Jacobi has appeared on stage at the Producer's Club writing and performing in sketch comedy. Jacobi also writes satirical news articles as "Me. Jacobi!" Jacobi has been developing the short film "Open" for several years with the intention of filming it in New York City.
DIRECTOR
Jacob Robert van Winkle (they/them) is a non-binary and queer filmmaker, blending a rich background in philosophy, queerness, and activism into their storytelling craft. A proud graduate of Atlantic Acting School, Jacob also holds an undergraduate degree in Political Philosophies and an MPA, equipping them with a unique lens through which they view and create films.
Dedicated to amplifying marginalized voices, Jacob founded a non-profit in New York City that supports no-budget to mid-budget projects by queer, BIPOC, and women filmmakers. This initiative has fostered collaborations with notable local organizations like the Abrons Arts Center, showcasing Jacob's commitment to community and diversity in filmmaking.
Currently immersed in the New York film scene, Jacob is actively writing and working in the film industry. You can see their camera work in the upcoming 8 Minutes 20 Seconds starring Ato Blankson-Wood and Brandon Uranowitz. Jacob is thrilled to be directing OPEN! You can find more information about them at their website www.jacobrobert.com
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Two longtime boyfriends, Marcus and Jess, try to open their relationship, leading to Marcus' chance encounter with Alfie. After bringing him home, Marcus finds himself hiding the truth from Alfie when Jess forgets to stay out of their apartment.
Open is in pre-production and we need the funds for this important piece of art.
Filming is scheduled for July 2025.
WHY THIS STORY?
Open is envisioned by Jacobi, brought to life with a dedicated queer cast and crew. Our mission is to delve into the seldom-explored nuances of our relationships, highlighting the dance between togetherness and vulnerability. This film seeks to embrace the insecurity, embarrassment, and genuine reality of these interactions. By focusing on these private moments, we aim to amplify voices that are frequently silenced, offering a narrative that resonates withheartfelt truth. Our goal is not just to tell a story, but to spark a conversation about the complexities of relationships in a way that is both insightful and profoundly relatable.
CREW
Writer Jacobi
Director Jacob Robert van Winkle
The rest of the cast and crew will be hired soon!
What is the money going towards?
Embarking on the journey of Open has been a profound learning experience. Our aspiration is to share this story far and wide, gathering insights and fostering growth as storytellers through its reception at film festivals globally. Money will be used for hiring actors, filming, editing, and paying for festival submissions. Should we be fortunate enough to exceed our financial goals, the additional funds will be channeled to support local queer artists, uplifting voices that resonate with the heart of our narrative.
Open will have a lean crew, with multiple roles per team member, and unwavering dedication. This endeavor is not just a film for us - it's a tapestry of commitment and resilience. The funds we raise are vital to honor our collective efforts and ensure that Open receives the debut it truly deserves. whole process has been a learning experience and we look forward to the feedback we get when our film premiers at festivals around the world so that we can gain the knowledge to become even better storytellers.
Moodboard
SPREAD THE WORD
The only way we will reach our crowdfunding goal is if we reach beyond our networks. Please share our campaign via your social media, email, word-of-mouth, however you want! You can use this blurb below:
"Help filmmakers @thejacobrobert and crew by supporting their film that navigates the complexities of modern queer relationships. Help them on @seedandspark at https://seedandspark.com/fund/open-short-film#story "
Be sure to follow our social media accounts for updates, and please consider contributing to our campaign.
We cannot make this happen without you. Thank you!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Camera Lenses
Costs $1,200
To have the best quality, we need to rent a couple lenses for filming and add insurance.
Food
Costs $750
Hungry people are not happy people, and we want to make sure we take care of our crew.
Intimacy Coordinator
Costs $400
To make sure our cast and crew feels safe/supported filming any intimate or action scenes.
Festival Submissions
Costs $350
We're hoping to take this film to festivals, but all magic comes with a price!
Editor and Sound Editor
Costs $1,100
Paying our crew is something we would love to do, especially for our editors.
Props/Costumes/Art
Costs $200
Essential for building the world of any film.
Locations
Costs $700
While most of our cast/crew is local, we will be moving equipment and hoping to cover travel costs.
Music
Costs $300
Music is a huge part of any party, just like it is in our film!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
WRITER
Jacobi is a New York based actor, writer and producer. Jacobi has produced award winning short films such as "Lost in the Snow" by Raunak Kapoor and workshopped their first play "The Boys" with drama students at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Aside from appearing in numerous short films, Jacobi has appeared on stage at the Producer's Club writing and performing in sketch comedy. Jacobi also writes satirical news articles as "Me. Jacobi!" Jacobi has been developing the short film "Open" for several years with the intention of filming it in New York City.
DIRECTOR
Jacob Robert van Winkle (they/them) is a non-binary and queer filmmaker, blending a rich background in philosophy, queerness, and activism into their storytelling craft. A proud graduate of Atlantic Acting School, Jacob also holds an undergraduate degree in Political Philosophies and an MPA, equipping them with a unique lens through which they view and create films.
Dedicated to amplifying marginalized voices, Jacob founded a non-profit in New York City that supports no-budget to mid-budget projects by queer, BIPOC, and women filmmakers. This initiative has fostered collaborations with notable local organizations like the Abrons Arts Center, showcasing Jacob's commitment to community and diversity in filmmaking.
Currently immersed in the New York film scene, Jacob is actively writing and working in the film industry. You can see their camera work in the upcoming 8 Minutes 20 Seconds starring Ato Blankson-Wood and Brandon Uranowitz. Jacob is thrilled to be directing OPEN! You can find more information about them at their website www.jacobrobert.com