Remnant is a short science fiction film that we are proud to launch with Seed & Spark's incredible platform for filmmakers. We are excited to share our work and process with the community and aim to garner support to make this project possible! Thank you for checking out our film.
Remnant is a short science fiction film that we are proud to launch with Seed & Spark's incredible platform for filmmakers. We are excited to share our work and process with the community and aim to garner support to make this project possible! Thank you for checking out our film.
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Mission Statement
With the Remnant project, we have found that working with a talented team from a wide array of cultural backgrounds has helped inform our craft in ways we never thought possible. We are adamant about ensuring representation on both sides of the camera and encouraging sustainable eco-practices.About The Project
SYNOPSIS
In a future where vast ecosystems and infrastructure have been devastated by the aftermath of severe climate change and pollution, two field biologists are dispatched to conduct tests regarding environmental rehabilitation near a restricted area. On the way to their destination, the two take a short detour and happen upon an abandoned outpost with undocumented research. Issues arise when they must decide what to do with their findings.
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ORIGINS
The story of Remnant was originally conceived by Christophe briefly before the first rays of summer 2019 sunshine, as important discussions on climate change were finally reemerging in the public sphere. Natural landscapes and films concerning themselves with exploring our relationship with the environment and how human morality can affect it have informed much of the stylistic and thematic aspects of the story.
Christophe and co-writer Nathan Blue worked on developing the idea further, completing a draft of the script in fall. Upon completion, Christophe found a collaborator in cinematographer Rocco Salerno, and the two agreed to work together on a shared vision for the story. Throughout the pre-production stages of this project, the crew have continued to support this project and have each brought a unique contribution to the film.
Influences: Stalker (dir. Andrei Tarkovsky), Damnation (dir. Belá Tarr)
Kaili Blues (dir. Bi Gan), Annihilation (dir. Alex Garland)
CELLULOID APPROACH
We are extremely excited and grateful to be sponsored by Kodak Motion Picture Film for this project. This film's rich dimensionality in both its characters and its setting has led us to believe that the texture of 35mm film would be most appropriate in accurately reflecting the world of the story, and this would not be possible without their help.Because of the decision to shoot on 35mm film, we will be addressing aspects of production and post-production that are specifically dedicated to sustaining the workflow of shooting on celluloid throughout the project. We believe that shooting on film is far from ever being dead, and hope that our project can join the new resurgence of the medium.
BUDGET AND IMPACT
This is a story told by a group of striving young artists that are determined to showcase their craft and passion for storytelling. Your contributions will ensure our continued hard work and effort to tell this story as best as we can, and we cannot wait to share new updates and details as the project moves forward!
It means the world to us and our team that you believe in this project enough to help it come true. Thank you!!
Incentives
$10
Thank You!
You will receive a shout out on our social media accounts and your name in the ending credits of the film!
$25
Junior Operative
You will receive the previous pledge rewards along with a Personal Thank You Biologist ID Card from the world of Remnant!
$50
Field Researcher
This pledge level includes all previous rewards along with a digital download of the Film and Soundtrack!
$100
Bio-Technician
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS a custom printed Reusable Tote Bag and small packet of plant seeds to grow!
$250
Chief of Eco-Operations
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS a signed official poster for Remnant and the planting of a tree in your name to support the growth of the world we all share!
$500
Commanding Officer
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS a Hardcover Remnant Production Book (featuring the script, concept art, collections of stills), a personal video message from the Director AND a physical copy of the film!
Claimed: 1 of 10
$1,000
Lead Biological Researcher
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS an Associate Producer credit, a small prop featured in the film AND Behind-the-Scenes footage from Remnant!
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Wishlist
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$10
Thank You!
You will receive a shout out on our social media accounts and your name in the ending credits of the film!
$25
Junior Operative
You will receive the previous pledge rewards along with a Personal Thank You Biologist ID Card from the world of Remnant!
$50
Field Researcher
This pledge level includes all previous rewards along with a digital download of the Film and Soundtrack!
$100
Bio-Technician
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS a custom printed Reusable Tote Bag and small packet of plant seeds to grow!
$250
Chief of Eco-Operations
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS a signed official poster for Remnant and the planting of a tree in your name to support the growth of the world we all share!
$500
Commanding Officer
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS a Hardcover Remnant Production Book (featuring the script, concept art, collections of stills), a personal video message from the Director AND a physical copy of the film!
Claimed: 1 of 10
$1,000
Lead Biological Researcher
This pledge level includes all previous rewards PLUS an Associate Producer credit, a small prop featured in the film AND Behind-the-Scenes footage from Remnant!
Sold Out!
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Current Team
About This Team
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Christophe Charre
Director
Christophe Charre is the Director of Remnant. Charre is a French-American filmmaker from Miami, Florida. After studying Telecommunications as an undergraduate at the University of Florida, he quickly became captivated by the collaborative and expressive nature of film. Charre is currently a candidate in the Savannah College of Art and Design's Film & Television M.F.A. program with a focus on directing. With his work, he aims to explore the relationships between landscapes, characters and time.
Nathan Blue
Co-Writer
Nathan Blue is the Co-Writer of Remnant. Blue is a screenwriter from Austin, Texas and is currently pursuing a B.A. in Dramatic Writing at the Savannah College of Art and Design. He is intent on creating alluring characters and worlds for film and television.
Rocco Salerno
Cinematographer
Rocco Salerno is the Cinematographer of Remnant. Salerno is currently pursuing a B.A. in Film and Television at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Raised in Italy and Colombia, Salerno has gained extended professional experience in the film industry after taking up his studies. His current goal is to understand and master lighting in a unique and inspiring way in order to reach audiences on a deeper and more personal level. He is known for his work on the production “You Grew Up” (2018), which was nominated for the Student Emmys.
Synclair Maye-Key
Producer
Synclair Maye-Key is a Producer of Remnant. Maye-Key is a Washington DC native is no stranger to the film industry and has made a name for herself as a producer within the film department. She takes solace in everything she learns and approaches each project as her own, with complete dedication and the values of an open mind; without fear or hesitation. She continues her studies as a SCAD Film and Television graduate student and hopes to continue bridging the gap between what she has done in her academic and professional careers.
Olivia Battles Reap
Producer/Casting Director
Olivia Battles Reap is the Casting Director and Producer of Remnant. Reap is a producer, casting director, and actor from Newburyport, Massachusetts. She has a B.F.A. in Performing Arts and has recently completed an M.A. in Film & TV with a focus in Producing. She has wrapped production of a spec pilot TV episode as a Showrunner after working as a Production Supervisor and Casting Director on the independent feature film “What We Always Wanted.” She also runs Battles Studio & Casting for casting local independent films in the Savannah area and is known for her passion throughout the creative process and her relentless hard work.
Laura Vargas
Production Designer
Laura Vargas is a Colombian architect currently pursuing an M.A. in Production Design at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Vargas has previous experience in production design and set decoration for films and music videos in her home country, and she has collaborated with numerous student and independent films in Savannah. She hopes to bring a unique vision as a member of the Remnant team to help express the harsh realism of the film’s world.
Chase McNaughton
Producer/UPM
Chase McNaughton is a Producer and Unit Production Manager of Remnant. McNaughton is a junior undergraduate student at the Savannah College of Art and Design pursuing a B.A. in Film & Television with a minor in Producing Media. He is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina where he grew up watching and exploring the wonders of filmmaking. He has experience in the film industry from multiple internships based in Los Angeles, California.
Takumi Ogata
Composer
Takumi Ogata is an electronic musical instruments designer and builder. From creating robotic instruments to tangible controllers, Ogata aims to bring engaging experience for both the performers and audiences in electronic musical performances. His instruments have been showcased at New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME), National Student Electronic Music Event (NSEME), ACCelerate; ACC Smithsonian Creativity and Innovation Festival and other events. He has won 2nd place at 2017 Guthman Musical Instrument Competition.
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