Ryan’s Run
Alameda, California | Film Short
Documentary, Sport
This film was born from the pain of losing my son and the 100-mile run I took to honor him. We believe this story can bring light to those navigating their own grief. With your help, we can finish this film and share a message of hope, healing, and human resilience.
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This film was born from the pain of losing my son and the 100-mile run I took to honor him. We believe this story can bring light to those navigating their own grief. With your help, we can finish this film and share a message of hope, healing, and human resilience.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
PROJECT SYNOPSIS
On the anniversary of my son’s death — which also happened to be my birthday — I ran 100 miles. I wasn’t doing it for attention or records. I was doing it because grief needed motion. I needed to move through the pain, to face it mile by mile. And something inside me said: document this.
This film is a documentary about that run — but it’s also about much more. It’s about loss, resilience, and the power of endurance as a form of healing. Through the lens of a single, brutal, beautiful day, we explore what it means to grieve, to honor, and to keep going.
WHY WE’RE MAKING THIS FILM
After finishing the run and watching the early footage, my filmmaker and I realized this wasn’t just a personal story. It’s a universal one. This film speaks to anyone who’s experienced deep loss — especially within a family — and who is looking for meaning in the aftermath.
We believe this story can help others feel less alone. It’s raw, emotional, and real — and we want to offer it to the world as a form of connection and hope. We’re making this film to inspire, to heal, and to open conversations that are too often left in silence.
WHERE THE MONEY GOES & WHAT’S NEXT
We’ve already captured the run and the core story. Now we’re raising funds to complete the post-production: professional editing, color grading, original music, sound design, and voiceover. These elements are essential to turning this raw footage into a powerful, polished film.
We also plan to use part of the budget for festival submissions, distribution strategy, and outreach — to make sure the film reaches the people who need it most.
With your support, we aim to finish the film by early 2026 and begin sharing it through festivals, screenings, and online platforms shortly after.
JOIN US
This isn’t just a documentary. It’s a tribute. A letter to my son. And hopefully, a lifeline for others walking through their own loss.
If this project speaks to you — whether you’ve run your own hard miles, lost someone you love, or believe in the power of storytelling — we’d be honored to have you on this journey with us.
Let’s finish this together.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Editor
Costs $5,500
We need an editor to take all of the footage and create the film.
Animation
Costs $4,500
We want to hire an animator to do an animation of the route I ran in my local town, along with a few other things to help tell the story.
Color Correction
Costs $1,500
Color correction is essential for achieving consistent, accurate, and visually appealing footage, while also correcting any technical issues
Music Licensing
Costs $1,500
We would love to be able to license some sweet tunes to incorporate in the film!
Sound Design
Costs $1,500
Sound design strategically uses dialogue, sound effects, music, and ambience to enhance storytelling, and to create an emotional impact.
Festival Entrees
Costs $1,000
We want to share this film with the world and create as much exposure as possible for it.
Cash Pledge
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- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
PROJECT SYNOPSIS
On the anniversary of my son’s death — which also happened to be my birthday — I ran 100 miles. I wasn’t doing it for attention or records. I was doing it because grief needed motion. I needed to move through the pain, to face it mile by mile. And something inside me said: document this.
This film is a documentary about that run — but it’s also about much more. It’s about loss, resilience, and the power of endurance as a form of healing. Through the lens of a single, brutal, beautiful day, we explore what it means to grieve, to honor, and to keep going.
WHY WE’RE MAKING THIS FILM
After finishing the run and watching the early footage, my filmmaker and I realized this wasn’t just a personal story. It’s a universal one. This film speaks to anyone who’s experienced deep loss — especially within a family — and who is looking for meaning in the aftermath.
We believe this story can help others feel less alone. It’s raw, emotional, and real — and we want to offer it to the world as a form of connection and hope. We’re making this film to inspire, to heal, and to open conversations that are too often left in silence.
WHERE THE MONEY GOES & WHAT’S NEXT
We’ve already captured the run and the core story. Now we’re raising funds to complete the post-production: professional editing, color grading, original music, sound design, and voiceover. These elements are essential to turning this raw footage into a powerful, polished film.
We also plan to use part of the budget for festival submissions, distribution strategy, and outreach — to make sure the film reaches the people who need it most.
With your support, we aim to finish the film by early 2026 and begin sharing it through festivals, screenings, and online platforms shortly after.
JOIN US
This isn’t just a documentary. It’s a tribute. A letter to my son. And hopefully, a lifeline for others walking through their own loss.
If this project speaks to you — whether you’ve run your own hard miles, lost someone you love, or believe in the power of storytelling — we’d be honored to have you on this journey with us.
Let’s finish this together.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Editor
Costs $5,500
We need an editor to take all of the footage and create the film.
Animation
Costs $4,500
We want to hire an animator to do an animation of the route I ran in my local town, along with a few other things to help tell the story.
Color Correction
Costs $1,500
Color correction is essential for achieving consistent, accurate, and visually appealing footage, while also correcting any technical issues
Music Licensing
Costs $1,500
We would love to be able to license some sweet tunes to incorporate in the film!
Sound Design
Costs $1,500
Sound design strategically uses dialogue, sound effects, music, and ambience to enhance storytelling, and to create an emotional impact.
Festival Entrees
Costs $1,000
We want to share this film with the world and create as much exposure as possible for it.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!